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Institute of Emergency Management
Awareness Level
Course # IEM-180
Course Title
Hazardous Material Awareness – Delivered by EST (8 hour course)
Description
Course covers provides a basic understanding of Hazardous Materials, key on-scene indicators of a events, and appropriate self-protective measures. The course also covers appropriate notifications and the command and control structure associated with crime scene activities.
OGT Training Level
Awareness
Delivery
Instructor taught course delivered at training locations identified by sponsoring local or state agency.
Course Length
Approximately 8 hours.
Prerequisites
None
Target Audience
First Responders from all disciplines and services, i.e., personnel from fire service, emergency management, emergency medical services, law enforcement, HazMat, public works, disaster response, emergency communications, public health, armed forces/national guard, elected/appointed officials, transportation, public safety communication, health care, and governmental administrative.
Benefits
Meets OSHA and EPA requirements.
Other Information
This course meets prerequisite requirements for future courses.
Note: There is a limit of 30 students per class.
Student Expectations
To receive certification, students are expected to be in attendance during the entire length of the course and successfully complete all aspects of testing.