Emergency Responder Training Manual for the Hazardous Materials Technician

There are four levels of certification and competency described in both OSHA and NFPA standards for hazmat responders. Each level requires a different degree of knowledge and skills, but they build sequentially upon each other. This book will take the hazmat responder from ground zero through all the requirements, making clear which topics qualify for certification at each level of responder.

Author Biography

The authors of this book have across-the-board experience in both public and private sector response to hazardous materials incidents. Experience among the authors includes working as incident commander, firefighter, paramedic, industrial hygienist, hazardous materials manager, environmental consultant, and/or hazmat responder. In addition, most hold graduate degrees in occupational health and safety. All are professional trainers with extensive practical experience in the classroom and on the training field.