1. The Emergency Response Guidebook
Unit Four
The Emergency Response Guidebook
Allow 45 minutes for this section
Completely go over the ERG from cover to cover. Explain each page. Do not forget the pages dealing with initial isolation.
Unit 4 Objectives: At the completion of this unit, the Student will:
Demonstrate competency in the use of the North American Emergency Response Guidebook (NAERG) by referencing the ERG while watching a video showing a hazardous substance release.
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2. Unit Four Quiz Student Manual Page 71
Answer the questions with information obtained by utilizing the following clip and your ERG
Allow 10 minutes for this test
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3. Notes
Video should automatically start.
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4. The ERG Performance Evaluation
Appendix C
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This evaluation form verifies the participants ability to use the ERG. It should be administrated by the responsible employer.
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6. Recognition of Additional Resources
Unit Five
Recognition of Additional Resources
Allow 5 minutes for this section
Awareness Level Responders must be aware of who should be contacted in the event of an emergency involving hazardous materials. In addition to notifying the local fire, law enforcement, emergency medical, public health and/or emergency management agencies there are state and federal resources that also can be contacted.
In the book is a partial listing of other agencies that can assist with a HazMat or terrorism incident.
Emphasize that the local responder needs to be notified first.
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