Training Package: Hydrochloric Acid Release. Module 0: Introduction Course goal National Hazardous Materials Fusion Center: –Purpose –RIST Conducting.

Training Package:Hydrochloric Acid

Release

Module 0: Introduction

Course goal National Hazardous Materials Fusion

Center:– Purpose– RIST

Conducting training:– All information stems from actual event

Administrative information

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Module 1: The Incident

Initial dispatch information:– Location– Hazmats present– Unique response considerations

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Module 1: The Incident

Initial incident size up:– New information– Response considerations– Hazmats present– Preparations– Conditions– Additional scene information

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Module 2: Incident Response

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Module 2: Incident Response

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Module 2: Incident Response

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Module 2: Incident Response

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MC 312 Corrosive Liquid Tank

Module 2: Incident Response

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Module 2: Incident Response

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Module 2: Incident Response

Hazardous material behavior:– Material– Container– Initial response objectives– Other significant issues

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Module 2: Incident Response

Incident response:– Strategies & tactics– Issues or injuries– Environment– Equipment– Risks versus benefits– Response issues

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Module 3: Lessons Learned

Lessons learned Smart practices Hazardous material information:

– Hydrochloric acid

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Module 3: Lessons Learned

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Physical and Chemical Properties of Hydrochloric Acid 36% solutionAppearance Colorless to slight yellow

liquidPhysical State LiquidMolecular Weight 36.46Chemical Formula HClOdor Pungent, Irritating OdorSpecific Gravity 1.18Solubility in Water Soluble (100%)pH <1

Module 3: Lessons Learned

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Physical and Chemical Properties of Hydrochloric Acid 36% solutionBoiling Point / Range 140–221˚F (60–105˚C)Melting Point -30˚CVapor Pressure 80 mmHg at 68˚F (20˚C)Vapor Density(Air = 1.0)

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Evaporation Rate < 1.00 (N-butyl acetate)Volatility 9–36% by volumeIonization Potential 12.74 eVFlash Point Not Flammable

Module 3: Lessons Learned

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Staffing Establishment of EOC Relationships and training Creative use of available resources

Module 4: Moving Forward / Planning Ahead

Planning activity:– Surveying the incident– Container ID / marking– Monitoring equipment– Response objectives– Incident command

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Module 4: Moving Forward / Planning Ahead

Planning activity:– Communication– PPE– Decontamination– Policies & procedures– Mutual aid

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Module 4: Moving Forward / Planning Ahead

Planning activity:– Training– Resources– Smart practices

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