NFPA 704

labels with color-coded bars as well as PPE symbols. The HMIS standard is currently on version III meaning that the HMIS Color Bar is like the NFPA 704 fire diamond, created by the NFPA. However, with HMIS III, the yellow color bar (which stood for reactivity) was replaced by orange, standing for physical hazard. This was to differentiate HMIS from the NFPA fire diamond which was designed for emergency responders whereas HMIS conveys information about the effects of short or acute exposure. The four

After the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 the United States became very focused on preventing future attacks and preparing first responders for any future attacks. Al Qaeda was not able to use one of the known weapons of mass destruction (WMD) so they created their own with air planes, fuel, and dedicated followers. Technically, they combined hazards by using a flammable chemical to create a bomb. Terrorist groups in today’s world have become creative in their attacks which makes it more

Hazardous materials can be important in everyday life when properly handled. However, when improperly handled, they can result in injury, death, and destruction as well as have lingering effects that may last for years to come. To address the risk of an uncontrolled hazardous materials release, there must be a coordinated effort to identify, locate, and quantify the hazardous materials in a particular location (Drexel University Safety & Health, 2001). Typically, industry and government agree that

There has not been safety professional at Podunk University for a year and half, leaving the prestigious university to fend for itself in the world of safety. Since no one was actively filling this position, the subsequent safety professional will have a lot of catching up to do. The primary focus of the safety professional will be the hazardous material and hazardous waste issues on the campus. While conducting the preliminary tour of the campus, it is noticed that there is a lot of issues that

Emergency personnel are inherently at risk when responding to a disaster. That risk can be easily exacerbated during a terrorist attack. When responding to the aftermath of a terrorist attack emergency responders must be aware of the conditions of the area they are responding to. For example, the attack could be chemical, biological, or nuclear in nature. Emergency responders must be able to identify the characteristics of an attack quickly and accurately. The initial assessment and reaction

terrorist incident. Response to incidents involving hazardous materials should be included to prepare officers to identify chemicals that are stored in stationary containers and facilities through the use of the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) 704 identification system as well as chemicals transported by road, rail, sea and pipeline through the Department of Transportation’s Identification System ( Federal Emergency Management Agency, n.d.). Emergency responders must also learn and train

System, First responders needed a way to quickly identify hazardous materials to minimize loss of life and environmental impact. Two systems were created and are currently used; the National Fire Protection Association 704 System (NFPA) and the DOT placard and label system. The NFPA is used on storage tanks and containers and identifies substances on a 4 to 0 scale regarding health, flammability, reactivity and special hazards depending on hazard presented by the material. The DOT system is used on

address terrorist threats. First, the marking and identification of hazardous materials within the HMIS clearly provide first responders with quick identification capability. Though an optional marking system, the “National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 704 system for hazardous materials was devised to provide at a glance information to response personnel on how a substance could be expected to react in the event of an emergency” (An Introduction to Hazardous Material). This marking system provides

over 2,000+ hazardous materials, all separated into 9 classes, this system has been put in place to help responders formulate a plan of action. Focusing on class 2 hazardous gasses, their history, and uses. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) have made landmark requirements to aid in the ability for emergency responders to recognize hazardous materials quickly and safely in order to mitigate the risk

Terrorists have one goal: create national fear and chaos while harming not only citizens, but the environment. First responders are responsible for more than the citizens or victims, they are assigned to assist with prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery (Department of Homeland Security, 2016). The five core capabilities ensure that the responders are prepared for terrorist events. Understanding the threat is the first task is countering and responding to terrorist events. Having