HAZWOPER On-scene Commander

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HAZWOPEROn-scene Commander
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Who is the on-scene commander?

• The senior emergency response official responding
  to the incident is in charge of the hazardous
  waste emergency

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Who is the on-scene commander?

• The senior official is the person who
• first responds to the accident scene
• is properly trained
• has the proper authority to perform the duties of
  an on-scene commander

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Who is the on-scene commander?

• As other senior officers arrive at the scene, the
  position is passed up a previously established
  line of authority

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• All emergency responders and their communications
  should be communicated through the on-scene
  commander

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• The on-scene commander should identify all
  hazardous substances or conditions present at
  the site of the hazardous waste emergency

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• Analyze the emergency situation and determine the
  magnitude of the response efforts
• Plan and implement an appropriate response plan

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• Implement a response to favorably change the
  outcome of the incident
• Evaluate the progress of the emergency response

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• Be aware of the maximum exposure limits to a
  hazardous substance
• Be aware of hazardous substance handling
  procedures
• Be familiar with the use of new technologies

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• Limit the number of emergency response personnel
  at the scene
• Ensure that backup personnel are standing by

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• Designate a safety official who can
  identify/evaluate hazards
• Implement appropriate decontamination procedures

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On-scene commander responsibilities

• Implement all appropriate emergency operations to
  control the emergency
• Ensure the proper use of PPE

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Training

• All on-scene commanders who will assume control
  of the accident scene must
• receive at least 24 hours of training equal to
  the first responder operations level training

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Training

• All on-scene commanders who will assume control
  of the accident scene must
• complete annual refresher training of sufficient
  content and duration to maintain their
  competencies

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Training

• On-scene commanders receive training in
• knowing how to implement the incident command
  system
• knowing and understanding the hazards and risks
  associated with employees working in chemical
  protective clothing

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Training

• On-scene commanders should receive training in
• how to implement the local emergency response
  plan
• the state emergency response plan, and the
  responsibilities of the Federal Regional Response
  Team

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Training

• All on-scene commanders who will assume control
  of the accident scene must
• the importance of decontamination procedures

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