1. Ohio Hazmat & WMD Technician
Module 1 Unit 7
Decontamination Procedures
This slide to be displayed at the beginning of the unit
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2. 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
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3. 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
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4. Decontamination Procedures
Emergency Decon
Hydrant caps
Briefly explain each area
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5. Decontamination Procedures (cont.)
Mass Casualty Decon
Hoseline
Engine or Ladder corridors
Tents and trailers

6. Decontamination Procedures (cont.)
Hospital Decon
Briefly describe hospital decon.
Technical bullet is an announcer
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7. Technical Decon Purpose of decon Contamination Prevention
Minimize contact
Remote procedures
Protective covers
Disposable clothing
Limit contact
Cover contaminants

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

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

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

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

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

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

14. Equipment Decon
Explain that all of the above for technical decon might be used for equipment.
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15. 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
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16. Allow 10 - 15 minutes and then review the answers.
Unit 7 Quiz
Allow minutes and then review the answers.
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17. 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
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18. 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

19. Questions?
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