Chapter 35 Flashcard

Front

At a weapons of mass destruction site, an operations-level responder assigned mission-specific responsibilities must also be able to perform and responsibilities at the operations level.

Back

duties at the awareness level

Front

_____ is intended to be the main reference standard for the performance and testing of PPE.

Back

NFPA 1990

Front

Most of the chemical-protective equipment for sale today is designed for use(s) before being discarded.

Back

two

Front

What is the most reliable source for how to properly clean and maintain reusable PPE?

Back

Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration

Front

All PPE has a _______.

Back

shelf-life

Front

What must emergency responders exposed to hazardous substances wear according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration?

Back

positive-pressure SCBA

Front

Ideally, the ______ determines the PPE available for a given situation.

Back

authority having jurisdiction

Front

Responders should always consider the impact of the ___ as part of the hazard evaluation.

Back

operating environment

Front

Wearing a vapor-protective ensemble increases the risk of what?

Back

heat-related issues

Front

What should provide the exact standard for reporting after a weapon of mass destruction incident?

Back

authority having jurisdiction