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Dear Students and Instructors, Welcome to the 2019 Southeastern HazMat School. Since the rapid industrialization of the late 1800s, hazardous materials have been transported in large quantities. Concern over the safety of these shipments soon followed, especially after too many “spectacular” accidents generated public interest and calls for concern. As a result, federal oversight formally approved numerous design safety standards. In recent years, these concerns have grown to include security and environmental harm. With any natural or man-made disaster, there are no barriers when an event can take place. We have all seen television coverage of an ongoing hazardous materials threat – perhaps it is related to terrorism, a recently discovered meth lab, or overturned railcars. During a radiological crisis, we may start to wonder, “What if it happened in my hometown?” As first responders, we are tasked with understanding the environment we live in – this includes the recognition of chemical hazards and understanding how to properly handle each one. The movement of hazardous cargoes is a normal part of the business of large railroads and trucking companies that regularly move products such as paints, pesticides, batteries, and cleaning chemicals. In fact, each day in the United States, there are millions of metric tons of hazardous materials used and more than 800,000 shipments. In our state, in 2017, first responders dealt with 3,574 hazardous materials calls with more than 318 fire departments responding. As a result, firefighters, and other first responders, routinely face a variety of dangerous and unpredictable situations which require a measured, deliberate, and intensive approach. Given the increase in the frequency of this type of emergency, we see this as an ideal opportunity to offer a comprehensive weekend training program. As with any training experience, it’s essential to continually refresh and test your knowledge. By providing these specialized training classes to you, we hope to enhance your ability to deal more effectively with fire and related HazMat emergencies. We also invite you to check out the vendors this weekend and hope to see you at future training classes. Thank you for your commitment to the public, environment, and property of your fellow South Carolinians.

Jonathan Jones State Fire Marshal

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web-based tool for firefighters, fire chiefs, training officers, and fire

inspectors. As a firefighter, you can:

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2019 Southeastern HazMat School GENERAL INFORMATION

COURSES & REGISTRATION Southeastern HazMat School participants will have the opportunity to choose preferred classes for each day of training. Registration free! However, we ask you to please submit a completed registration form as soon as possible. This allows each student to have the best chance of obtaining a seat in his/her preferred (first choice) program. Students must select, in order of preference, either one (1) eight-hour course or two (2) four hour courses. SCFA staff will attempt to place each student in his/her first choice. Students will be notified of course assignments Click here to access fillable pdf form to print and Fax to (803) 896-9856 or email to Gloria.Evans@llr.sc.gov.

MAIL: SCFA, Southeastern HazMat School Registration Attn: Gloria Evans

141 Monticello Trail, Columbia, S.C. 29203 DORM ROOMS Dorm rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Normal SCFA dorm charges apply. MEALS This event includes the following meals - breakfast (2) and lunch (3). Dinner is on your own.

Friday, March 22

TIME ACTIVITY

8:30 a.m. Class starts for students (USAR A/B) PRND Stakeholders (Denny)

Noon Lunch rotation starts (USAR bay) Vendor booths available

Saturday, March 23

TIME ACTIVITY

8:30 a.m. Classes start (various locations)

11:30 a.m. Lunch rotation starts (USAR bay) Vendor booths available

Sunday, March 24

TIME ACTIVITY

8:30 a.m. Classes start (various locations)

11:45 a.m. Lunch rotation starts (SCFA cafeteria)

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Several courses are being offered during the 2019 Southeastern HazMat School. These include:

HOURS

COURSE TITLE

CLASSROOM

COURSE NUMBER

PAGE

Friday, March 22, 2019

PRND Stakeholder Meeting Denny 8005-19001 5

8 Taming the Tiger in the Tank USAR A/B 8006-19001 5

2 Mobilization Introduction HazMat and Medical – Just How Do They Mix?

USAR C (Early PM)

8004-19003 6

2 Mobilization Introduction HazMat and Medical – Just How Do They Mix?

USAR C (Late PM)

8004-19004 6

HOURS

COURSE TITLE

CLASSROOM

COURSE NUMBER

PAGE

Saturday, March 23, 2019

4 Clandestine Laboratory Awareness and Drug Identification for First Responders

USAR A (AM) 8005-19002 7

4 Clandestine Laboratory Awareness and Drug Identification for First Responders

USAR A (PM) 8005-19003 7

8 Are you HazMat Ready? USAR B 8006-19002 8

8 Modular Emergency Response Radiological Transportation Training (MERTT)

Denny 8006-19003 8

4 Modeling with ALOHA and MARPLOT 102 (AM) 8005-19004 9

4 Rapid Risk Assessment of Hazardous Materials 102 (PM) 8005-19005 9

4 Pipeline Emergency Response Awareness 104 (AM) 2709-19001 10

8 Drug IQ USAR C 8006-19004 10

HOURS

COURSE TITLE

CLASSROOM

COURSE NUMBER

PAGE

Sunday, March 24, 2019

8 Risk Based Response Air Monitoring 101 2740-19005 11

8 Responding to Incidents Involving Flammable Liquids Transported by Rail

102 8006-19005 11

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Preventive Radiological/Nuclear Detection (PRND)

Stakeholders Kick-Off Meeting

Course Code 8005-19001

Instructor Various Speakers

Prerequisite None

Number of Students TBA

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours None South Carolina is not excluded from any type of foreign or domestic radiological and nuclear threat; arguably more vulnerable than most being a coastal state. The South Carolina Preventive Radiological/Nuclear Detection (PRND) program exists to support agencies in detection and prevention of radiological and nuclear threats as well as response to incidents involving radiological and nuclear material. There have been significant challenges for the PRND Executive Committee, as expected, and the committee consists of talented, seasoned, and dedicated members from various locations and agencies throughout the state. The program is in the process of forming a user-friendly website that will provide operations protocol, reach back information, training, equipment location, and much more. Networking is going to be large part of the program’s success. A finalized statewide list of available resources and personnel is forthcoming. This will be an incredibly beneficial and useful tool for all agencies as we work together in this challenging preparedness effort. In order to be an effective team across our state, the program is in great need of agency participation and support. Let’s protect our state while working together. This stakeholder’s meeting is specifically for sheriffs, police chiefs, emergency management directors, and fire chiefs; but all agency hazardous materials leadership staff would greatly benefit and are welcome.

Taming the Tiger in the Tank-Tactics and Response for Anhydrous Ammonia

Course Code 8006-19001

Instructor David B. Binder

Prerequisite 2723 or equivalent

Number of Students 15 minimum/ 30 maximum

Required PPE Provided

Number of Training Hours 8

Get prepared to handle ammonia incidents from start to finish! This course begins with an overview of anhydrous ammonia properties, transportation/containers, types of releases, troubleshooting incidents, and response recommendations. We will also discuss control and containment tactics from offensive and defensive perspectives. Lessons learned will be discussed through case history illustrations involving stationary facilities and transportation incidents, as well as live release training footage. Following a drill and safety briefing, the second half of the day will be on the drill field with live agent (anhydrous ammonia) release training, primarily performing tarp and cover operations for control and containment.

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Students will receive a customized guide card for anhydrous ammonia which follows the sequence of a HazMat incident and provides specific reminders and information for anhydrous ammonia responses. Instructor - David Binder Since 1992, David Binder has been in ammonia industry and emergency response training and planning. He currently works for Tanner Industries, Inc. in Southampton, PA as director of Quality, Safety and Regulatory Affairs and lead trainer in Ammonia Safety and Emergency Response Training (ASERT) program. For industry, fire department, emergency response and emergency management personnel, Binder facilitates safety and emergency response training programs throughout the world. He also speaks and presents at numerous federal, state, and industry association conferences. Binder is Chair of the Philadelphia Local Emergency Planning Committee. He has served in leadership positions with the National Association of Chemical Distributors, including the Responsible Distribution Committee. He serves as Vice Chairman of the National Transcaer Task Group and the Executive Committee and chaired the curriculum committee that put together the Transcaer 2011 Anhydrous Ammonia program.

Mobilization Introduction – Getting Help When You Need it the Most

HazMat and Medical – Just How Do They Mix?

Course Code 8004-19003 (Early PM) 8004-19004 (Late PM)

Instructor Chad Beam

Prerequisite None

Number of Students 15 minimum/ 30 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 2 hours each

Mobilization Introduction - Getting Help When You Need it the Most In the future, there may be a response where your department could use more help during a large incident. If it is a HazMat situation, the need for help can double - if not triple. Any HazMat scene has the potential to quickly deplete your local resources. South Carolina Firefighter Mobilization can assist in providing the resources you need in order to successfully mitigate a HazMat scene by bringing in manpower and teams from nearby regions. In this class, students will learn the basics of Firefighter Mobilization. These include how to become a part of it, how mobilization is requested, what they bring to your incident and, overall, how the program works. This interactive class will also ensure you leave with another “tool in your toolbox” to better respond during the next HazMat incident. HazMat and Medical - Just How Do They Mix? Medical care should be a common practice of any HazMat response. Whether responding to a chemical, radiological, or biological HazMat scene, the medical portion is just as essential. During this interactive course, students will learn how to create a specific HazMat medical team, size-up a scene, discover useful vital resources, and why it’s imperative to make medical care a priority. The course also covers the basics of toxicology and why a “Tox-Medic” (toxicology paramedic) can make a difference between life and death for an emergency responder.

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Instructor – Chad Beam Chad currently serves as a Branch Chief for the South Carolina Emergency Response Task Force - which is part of the SC Office of State Fire Marshal. He began his career in 2005 as a firefighter/EMT and obtained his paramedic certification in 2009. He lives in Fountain Inn, SC where he also serves the City of Fountain Inn as a part-time engineer and a police officer. Chad has served in many roles in Fire and EMS from provider to administration. In 2017, he graduated with a Bachelors in Emergency Management from Anderson University and will soon graduate from Clemson University with a Masters of Public Administration with a concentration in Emergency Management.

Clandestine Laboratory Awareness and Drug Identification for First Responders

Course Code 8005-19002 (AM) 8005-19003 (PM)

Instructors: Sergeant John Griffin

Prerequisite None

Number of Students 15 minimum/ 30 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 4

Methamphetamine is one of the greatest drug threats to the nation. The covert nature of drug laboratories and the hazardous chemical involved pose unique challenges. This four hour safety and awareness course will provide a brief history of Methamphetamine, to includes videos and photos of Meth, Meth Labs, Meth Addicts, and the dangers first responders’ face when coming into contact with them. Fentanyl, PCP, MDMA, and other narcotics will also be discussed. Upon completion of this class, first responders will be able to recognize clandestine labs and their components as well as how to safely respond to the hazards posed by use and production. The course will also show what “meth” (and other narcotics) does to an individual under the influence and its long term use. Instructor – John Griffin

Starting his career in the United States Army, John Griffin served as a combat medic and a combat lifesaver instructor. After serving his country for almost 10 years, Sergeant Griffin wanted to continue to serve and became a North Myrtle Beach Police Department Public Safety Officer (14 years). He currently serves as a certified law enforcement investigator with expertise in gang and narcotics investigations, drug/alcohol impairment, and specializes in clandestine lab investigations. John is certified through the DEA as a Clan Lab Tech, Clan Lab Site Safety Officer/Instructor, Clan Lab Entry Tactical Raid Operator, Advanced Clan Lab Investigator, and Certified Hazardous Material Tech. He is also the Founder of the 15th Circuit Tactical Meth Enforcement Team, where he spends much of his time educating law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMT’s, and the military on Methamphetamine awareness, identification, and the dangers first responders face.

Lastly, he is eager to parlay his experience and knowledge in helping first responders gain the skills/knowledge required to identify the incredibly addictive Narcotic Methamphetamine/Labs. Since the inception of the Meth Team in 2013, he has worked in more than 120 documented labs of various types, while aiding other agencies outside of his jurisdiction in over 30 more of various kinds. His goal is to share his education, training, and experience with first responders, as well as future first responders, in order to aid in their safety and well-being.

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Are you HazMat Ready?

Course Code 8006-19002

Instructors: SCFA Staff

Prerequisite 2728 or equivalent

Number of Students 10 minimum/20 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 8

It does not matter if you are a HazMat guru, Engine company captain, or have been on the job for one week. For every call you respond to, there is a potential for hazardous materials. This interactive class will review clues to determine if hazardous materials are present. Students will discuss proper approach, tools needed to seek out hazards, and where to gather more information concerning a potential problem.

U.S. Department of Energy

Modular Emergency Response Radiological Transportation Training (MERRTT) Radiological Transportation Accident Response Training for Responders

Course Code 8006-19003

Instructors: Various

Prerequisite 2728 or equivalent

Number of Students 40 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 8

This specific Modular Emergency Response Radiological Transportation Training (MERRTT) program is designed to take the complex topic of a radiological response and break it down into easily understood modules. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of radiological basics, radiological survey instruments, decontamination techniques, process for handling radiologically contaminated victims, and resources available during a response. The course includes several hours of hands-on activities including the use of radiation detection equipment, identifying the various types of radioactive material packaging, and the use of “live” radiation sources to reinforce learning. Instructors Anuradha (“Anu”) Nair is the Division Director of Emergency Response with SC Department of Health and Environmental Control. She currently supervises the HazMat (Chemical and Oil) and the radiation response sections. Anu has been with the agency for seven years and has been involved in emergency management since 2008. In the past, she has worked with State Emergency Management Division in the areas of fixed nuclear facilities coordination, recovery, and mitigation. She has a Master’s degree in Environmental Public Health from University of Wisconsin and is a SC Certified Emergency Manager. Michael Spradlin is an environmental health manager in SCDHEC’s Nuclear Response and Emergency Environmental Surveillance Section. He has been involved in emergency response and emergency management activities at SCDHEC for more than 18 years. Prior to SCDHEC, he was a firefighter and environmental contractor. He is a Clemson University graduate.

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Derrick Stanley began his career in Emergency Response in 1999 working for Crandall Corporation, Inc. in Lexington, SC. He began his career with SCDHEC in the Environmental Health /Division of Food Protection in 2004. In 2010, he moved to the Division of Emergency Response in the Nuclear Response and Emergency Environmental Surveillance (NREES) Section, where he is currently employed. He also serves as the Radiation Safety Officer for the Division. He is a graduate of Furman University.

Modeling with ALOHA and MARPLOT

Course Code 8005-19004

Instructors: James “Steve” Coffin

Prerequisite 2728 or Equivalent

Number of Students 15 minimum/ 30 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 4

This program will instruct the student on how to build a site. The student will be instructed on inputting the meteorological data, leak information to generate a footprint, and how to plot a plume on a map in MARPLOT. Afterwards, students will learn how to interpret the results and have an understanding of ALOHAs limitations.

Rapid Risk Assessment of Hazardous Materials

Course Code 8005-19005

Instructor James “Steve” Coffin

Prerequisite 2728 or Equivalent

Number of Students 15 minimum/ 30 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 4

This four hour course begins with physical and chemical properties and how they relate to emergency response operations. It also covers the hazards of chemicals and associated common terms. It finishes with an overview of chemical families and the associated common hazards. Upon completion, each student will have an understanding of physical chemical properties and how they relate to emergency response. They will also gain an understanding of the hazards presented by chemicals and those associated with certain families of chemicals. Instructor – James “Steve” Coffin With nearly 40 years in the fire service, Steve Coffin is currently the North Charleston Fire Department HazMat coordinator. Previously, he was a firefighter/paramedic/special operations technician with Sarasota County Fire Department in Florida. He has been a fire service instructor for 30 years and teaches throughout the country. As a National Fire Academy instructor he has instructed Advanced Life Support Response to Hazardous Materials Incidence, Chemistry for Emergency Response, Special Operations Program Management, Hazardous Materials Incident Management, and Operating Site Practices. He has also been involved in the development of numerous training programs, including Advanced Life Support Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents. With an Associate’s degree in Fire Science, he is currently working toward his Bachelor’s degree.

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Pipeline Emergency Response Awareness

Course Code 2709-19001

Instructor SCFA Staff

Prerequisite 2727 or equivalent

Number of Students 15 minimum/30 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 4

This course shares with responders the purpose of a pipeline, where pipelines may be located in their community, how to identify a pipeline right of way, how to read and interpret pipeline markers, and the important role the Pipe Line Control Center plays during a pipeline emergency. Also discussed will be responder actions at the awareness level from the initial call of a pipeline emergency to actions needed, on scene, to maintain and control public safety.

Drug IQ

Course Code 8006-19012

Instructor Federal Resources Staff

Prerequisite 2727 or equivalent

Number of Students 30 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 8

DrugIQ prepares responders and investigators to implement risk-based response tactics to safely respond to incidents involving synthetic opioids, including clandestine labs. The course is 50 percent hands-on, with students gaining firsthand experience operating several types of synthetic opioid clandestine labs, and performing detection and identification of synthetic opioids using actual fentanyl analogs. Students will learn to conduct a synthetic opioid risk assessment using incident indicators and by using multiple detection technologies including FT-IR, Raman, Colorimetric test kits, and High Pressure Mass Spec (HPMS). Based on the level of risk assessment, students will learn to implement four levels of risk-based response guidelines that provide responders and investigators with specific guidance on resources required, PPE selection, safety considerations, tactical considerations, and decontamination for responders, victims, and suspects. Morning – Training Session (4 hours)

Threat update – synthetic opioid epidemic

Understanding the real opioid risk and exposure hazards

Afternoon – Hands-on sessions (4 hours)

Actual agent detection skill stations using Fentanyl analogs

Fentanyl decontamination

Synthetic opioid clandestine lab operations

Scene assessment using incident indicators

Detection and identification of synthetic opioids

Risk-based response guidelines

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Risk Based Response Air Monitoring

Course Code 2740-19005

Instructor SCFA Staff

Prerequisite 2728 or equivalent

Number of Students 10 minimum/20 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 8

This 8-hour course is designed for responders at Hazardous Materials Operations and Technician levels that may use air monitoring instruments for hazardous materials or fire incidents to monitor operating environment air quality. The course introduces the principles of Risk Based Response (RBR). Classifying a material using the RBR criteria of flammable, corrosive, toxic, and radioactive will assist the responder in evaluating proper PPE needs, establishing isolation and evacuation zones, and determining the severity of air contamination at the incident. The course includes five scenarios requiring an RBR approach to complete the assignments.

RESPONDING TO INCIDENTS INVOLVING FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS

TRANSPORTED BY RAIL

Course Code 8006-19014

Instructor Stephen Curry

Prerequisite None/ PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Number of Students 25 minimum/ 40 maximum

Required PPE None

Number of Training Hours 8

This eight-hour remote site training will be delivered to volunteer and rural area first responders who will be exposed to the potential harm caused by transportation of flammable liquid by rail incidents. This course will teach how to plan and coordinate a response in an effective and efficient manner. Students will learn the importance of developing strategies while responding to these rail incidents, which allows them to remain flexible in adjusting their actions to any changing events that may occur during an incident. Key success factors presented in the course will be effective planning, communication, and coordination. Upon completion, students will be able recognize the significant aspects of flammable liquid rail transportation emergencies and the difficulties involved in containing large quantities of the flammable liquids that may be released as well as mitigating any fire incidents. Participants will recognize the potential scope of incidents involving flammable liquids transported by rail and the need to identify other agencies and organizations for help in planning and responding to these types of emergencies. The course meets the requirements of 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 (q) (8) and NFPA 472: Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents, 2013 edition, supports the National Preparedness Goal of enhancing community core capabilities, and is fully compliant with the National Incident Management System. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: https://sertc.configio.com/pd/236/sertc-phmsa-registration

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Instructor – Steve Curry Retired Battalion Chief Steve Curry has been a member of the Columbia Fire Department for 25 years and served as Battalion Chief covering Battalion 1 and the downtown area. He also served as Chief of Training for five years. For 16 years, he has served on the Hazardous Materials Company. Chief Curry has also been instructing at the South Carolina Fire Academy for 23 years primarily focusing on the HazMat programs and at FEMA Homeland Security at the Center of Domestic Preparedness in Anniston, Alabama teaching hazardous materials and WMD classes for 14 years. Chief Curry is also an instructor for SERTC remote delivery out of Pueblo, CO. Before retirement, he served as the assistant HazMat team leader for the Midlands WMD Regional Response team and Safety Officer for the Midlands Type 3 IMT team. He also serves as a member of SCTF-1 as a HazMat manager and safety officer. Lastly, Chief Curry has also been a contributing editor for two hazardous materials reference books.

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DIRECTIONS From Interstate 20, take Exit 68 and turn north on Monticello Road (S.C. 215). Travel about 4.3 miles north to Monticello Trail and turn left. (The road will narrow from four to two lanes about ¼ mile before the turnoff.) The Fire Academy complex is about ¼ mile down Monticello Trail on the left.