Ohio Hazmat & WMD Technician Module 1 Unit 7 Decontamination Procedures This slide to be displayed at the beginning of the unit Instructor Notes

Learning Objectives At the end of this training each student will demonstrate the set up of the warm zone and knowledge of proper decontamination techniques. Read objective Instructor Notes

Student Performance Objectives List the 5 separate types of decontamination Perform emergency decontamination of a victim Set up a mass decon corridor Set up a technical decontamination area Must be able to successfully competency evaluations 040, 041 and 042 Read objectives Limit time in classroom to allow hands on Instructor Notes

Decontamination Procedures Emergency Decon Hydrant caps Briefly explain each area Instructor Notes

Decontamination Procedures (cont.) Mass Casualty Decon Hoseline Engine or Ladder corridors Tents and trailers

Decontamination Procedures (cont.) Hospital Decon Briefly describe hospital decon. Technical bullet is an announcer Instructor Notes

Technical Decon Purpose of decon Contamination Prevention Minimize contact Remote procedures Protective covers Disposable clothing Limit contact Cover contaminants

Decontamination Planning Types of contamination Surface Permeated Factors affecting Contamination Contact time Concentration Temperature Physical state

Decontamination Planning (cont.) Methods of Decontamination Type of contaminant Amount PPE Type of contamination Characteristics of the surface

Decontamination Planning (cont.) Physical removal Techniques Brushing Scraping Vacuuming Washing and rinsing Heat or steam cleaning

Decontamination Planning (cont.) Chemical removal techniques Dissolving Surfactants Neutralization Oxidation Solidification Disinfection/sterilization

Decontamination Planning (cont.) Implementation Location PPE Procedures Equipment decon Decon solutions Processes Wet Dry

Decontamination Planning (cont.) Decon effectiveness Visual Monitor devices Ultraviolet light Wipe sampling Chemical analysis

Equipment Decon Explain that all of the above for technical decon might be used for equipment. Instructor Notes

Exercise Time Allotted: 240 minutes Equipment needed: Various types of non-bulk containers 55 gallon drums Chlorine cylinder Various types of bulk containers 1 ton cylinder 307/407 312/412 Railcar* Overpack drums Chlorine kits A, B, and C Transfer pumps Plugging kit Supplies needed: Bonding and grounded equipment Patches and plugs Full Decon Set-up Decon checklist Level B Suit ensembles Level B dressout checklist Methodology: The instructor will give you the scenario and you will have to work through solutions based on the information that you have learned. Explain the exercise Instructor Notes

Allow 10 - 15 minutes and then review the answers. Unit 7 Quiz Allow 10 - 15 minutes and then review the answers. Instructor Notes

Decon set-up procedures Decon Checklist Name of decon tech________________________________________ Names of personnel assigned for decon per the I.C. ______________________ ____________________ _____________________ 1-5 gal bucket w/soap 3 trashcans w/liners rolled plastic 2 Decon Decks w/bladders (pools) 2 scrub brushes 2 hoses w/wands Manifold Lights(optional) Tarp (optional) duct tape (optional ___ Confirm type and extent of decon with Hazmat Branch Officer ___ Confirm Selected Decon area (upwind, uphill, flat surface) ___ Light area if at night ___ Place canvas tarps down if on rough ground (gravel) ___ Lay out plastic minimum size 20’ x 50’ ___ Roll up sides and tape (optional) ___ Lay 1 1/2 hose from an engine attach decon manifold and 2 garden hoses ___ Place zoning tape around perimeter and mark entrance and exit ___ Place Decon Decks in position and attach bladders ___ Place 5 gal bucket with soapy water and brushes for washing ___ Review Decon procedures with I.C. ___ Confirm dress out level for decon personnel ___ Assign tenders and dress decon personnel as per dress-out procedures Go over checklists Instructor Notes

5 gal bucket w/soap and water Standard Decon Diagram HOT ZONE Entry 5 gal bucket w/soap and water Lined trash can for tool drop Bladder Manifold 1-½ from engine Decon deck 1” garden hose w wand Lined trash can pylons Banner tape Exit

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