The South Carolina Fire Academy, the South Carolina Propane Association, and Propane

Clean American Energy presents:

Weekend of November 8 – 9, 2014

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South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation

Division of Fire and Life Safety

141 Monticello Trail • Columbia, SC 29203 Phone: 803-896-9800 • Fax: 803-896-9806 • www.llronline.com

Dear Southeastern HazMat School Attendees, Welcome to the 1st Annual Southeastern HazMat School. In our state, in 2013, there were more than 4,500 hazardous materials calls with almost 250 fire departments responding. Given the increase in the frequency of this type of emergency, we see this training as a groundbreaking opportunity to offer a comprehensive weeklong training program. Did you know the first known use of the term “hazardous materials” was not until 1980? In the early days, HazMat emergency responders were known as the “Clorox Team” or the “Bleach Drinkers” and dealt with incidents too many times by trial and error. Since that time, we now understand that HazMat needs to be dealt with in a trained and organized manner. It is also regulated by four different federal departments. These include the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Each department, of course, has its own definition of a "hazardous material." Thankfully, the early days of trial and error are behind us. By providing these free specialized training classes to you, we hope they will enhance your ability to deal more effectively with fire and related HazMat emergencies. We also hope to see you at future training weekend events including our 2015 Southeastern Fire School to be held March 14-15. Thank you for your commitment to the public, environment, and property of your fellow South Carolinians. Bert Polk Ken Kerber State Fire Marshal SCFA Superintendent

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Mission Statement: We provide fire and life safety programs and service that enhance quality of life for South Carolina citizens, visitors and firefighters. We will accomplish this by focusing on positive outcomes, while creating a culture of:

Enthusiastic Employees Consistent Service Progressive Thinking Respected Customer Service Community Involvement Environmental Responsibility

Vision: A safer South Carolina served by a proactive and responsive Division of Fire and Life Safety.

33rd Annual Southeastern Fire School

Weekend of March 14 -15, 2015

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SOUTHEASTERN HAZMAT SCHOOL GENERAL INFORMATION

COURSES Southeastern HazMat School participants will have the opportunity to choose one (two days) course or a combination of 8-hour classes and/or 4-hour classes (schedule on page 5). If you select the two-day class, you must attend Saturday and Sunday. REGISTRATION Please submit a completed registration form as soon as possible. This allows each student to have the best chance of obtaining a place in his/her preferred (first choice) program. The registration form is attached. Students must select, in order of preference, four programs. SCFA staff will attempt to place each student in his/her first choice. Students will be notified of course assignments. For more information, contact Gloria Evans at (803) 896-9859. Please submit registration forms to:

MAIL: SCFA, Southeastern HazMat School Registration Attn: Gloria Evans 141 Monticello Trail Columbia, SC 29203 FAX: (803) 896-9856 DORM ROOMS Dorm rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The cost is $15 per student/per night/double occupancy and is billed separately. The SCFA accepts a fire department PO number, check or Visa/MasterCard. FREE REGISTRATION This weekend event is free for students and includes two lunches and the Saturday offsite cookout sponsored by the South Carolina Propane Association.

Saturday, November 8

TIME ACTIVITY

7 a.m. Vendors open, US&R building

8 a.m. Opening ceremony

9 a.m. Classes start

10 a.m. Vendors open to general public

11:30 a.m. Lunch rotation begins

6:30 p.m. Vendors close

6:30 p.m. Offsite cookout. Location and directions to be announced at event.

Sunday, November 9

TIME ACTIVITY

7 a.m. Vendors open, US&R building

9 a.m. Classes resume

11:30 a.m. Lunch rotation begins

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Students may choose one (2-day) course or a combination of 8 hour classes and/or 4 hour classes. Twelve courses are offered during the 2014 Southeastern HazMat School. These include:

COURSE TITLE

COURSE NUMBER

PAGE

Two Day Class/ Saturday and Sunday

Propane Industry Responders’ Conference (two days)

8004-15001

6

Saturday Only

Compressed Modular Emergency Response to Radiological Transportation Training (8 hours)

8005-15001

7

43rd Civil Support Team Introduction (4 hours) 8006-15001 7

43rd CST - Radiological, Chemical and Biological Operations (4 hours)

8006-15002

9

HazMat IQ (4 hours) 8006-15003 9

Managing and Funding your Special Operations Program (4 hours)

8006-15004 10

Grounding/Bonding and Product Transfer (4 hours) 8006-15005 10

Sunday Only

Risk Based Response Air Monitoring (8 hours) 2740-15003 12

What’s in the Name- A Responder’s Approach to Chemistry (4 hours)

8006-15006 13

Time to Expand on HazMat Reference Materials (4 hours)

8006-15007 13

Anhydrous Ammonia – Taming the Tiger in the Tank (4 hours)

8006-15008 14

Chemical Suicide (4 hours) 8006-15009 14

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Course Descriptions and Instructors

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY COURSE

Propane Industry Responders’ Conference 8004-15001

Two Day Course (Saturday/Sunday)

Instructors: Dennis Cruise and Gary Zimmer

The Propane Industry Responders’ Conference is an opportunity for attendees to learn from the propane safety experts. Instructors Dennis Cruise and Gary Zimmer will share safety information and techniques, as well as their own industry experiences. This conference is being held as a means to continue the exchange of vital propane safety information, techniques, and experiences among important propane safety stakeholders. A live burn will be held Sunday. For more information on this class visit: www.scpropane.com INSTRUCTORS Dennis Cruise Mr. Cruise came to the propane industry after a law enforcement career in Virginia (1977-2006). During that time, Cruise was a DOT Inspection and HazMat Officer (1991-2006) and has 14 years experience in the roadside inspections and compliance with DOT regulations. He has also worked as a Hazardous Materials Technician and continues to provide instruction for the Virginia departments of Criminal Justice Services, Fire Programs, and Emergency Management. Cruise is recognized by the Virginia Department of Fire Programs and the West Virginia Fire Commission as an adjunct instructor in Propane Emergencies Training. Gary Zimmer Mr. Zimmer, a Chicago native, entered the transportation industry from the Marine Corps in 1970. Recently retired, having spent the past 22 years with Amoco Oil Company and the BP Products, North America, he served on the Natural Gas Liquids Business Unit as the Safety Regulatory Compliance, Training and Emergency Response Manager. Zimmer was also the lead instructor for “Safety Train,” the first of its kind general purpose and pressure-type training tank car, and “Rover” (Roll Over Vehicle For Emergency Response), a specially designed MC-311 highway transport. He has also provided operational and emergency response training to company, customer, industry and emergency response personnel for the rail and highway shipments of hazardous materials throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Prerequisite: 1136 or equivalent Students: 150 maximum

Required PPE: Full structural gear / SCFA will provide Scott SCBAs – if taking place in the live burn on Sunday

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SATURDAY COURSES

Compressed Modular Emergency Response to Radiological Transportation Training

8005-15001

8 Hour Course Saturday

Instructors: Department of Energy Staff

This 8-hour training program is offered to students who have completed previous radiological response training and consists of eight 30-minute modules, and three hands-on practical exercises. Students will receive a comprehensive review ensuring their understanding of radioactive material, radiological survey instruments, and decontamination techniques for handling radiologically contaminated victims. Hands-on practical exercises will verify student understanding and knowledge of radiological principles, instrument operation, decontamination techniques and employing radiologically contaminated patient treatment practices is solid. The course includes use of “live” radiation sources in the practical exercises to reinforce learning. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a Department of Energy Transportation Emergency Preparedness Program certificate, and for medical response personnel, up to 5.5 hours of continuing education hours. Prerequisite: 2728/2711 or equivalent Students: 25 maximum Required PPE: None

43rd Civil Support Team (CST) Introduction 8006-15001

4 Hour Course Saturday

Instructors SFC Edward Edgerton, Major Mark Stewart, and SSG James Stewart

This course will introduce students to the capabilities, mission focus, and the decontamination capabilities of the 43rd Civil Support Team (CST). The instructors will provide detailed use of and capabilities of the equipment the unit utilizes when mobilized. The class agenda includes: Decontamination

Overview/ Pictures Personal decontamination

Recon procedures/ operation Dissemination devices Sight survey/ characterization FBI 12 step sample collection How to recognize terrorism Communications vehicle Briefing format to Incident Commander

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INSTRUCTORS SFC Edward J. Edgerton III Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) / NCOIC, Survey Section SFC Edgerton currently manages the Survey Section for the 43rd CST and oversees the garrison and deployment duties as pertinent to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Weapons of Mass Destruction responses and capabilities. He also advises Commander (staff) and Incident Commander of actions, duties and personnel downrange during a WMD event. To ensure mission success, Edgerton also makes certain proper protocols are followed and a liaison is made between command, NMSO, and survey team. For CBRN WMD missions, he is responsible for $1 million worth of detection, identification and specific response equipment. Major Mark Stewart, Nuclear Medical Science Officer Major Stewart currently performs scientific analysis for the 43rd CST using the Analytical Laboratory System (ALS) at incidents involving Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High Yield Explosive (CBRNE) agents, Toxic Industrial Compounds (TIC), or Toxic Industrial Materials (TIM) intended as Weapons of Mass Destruction. He also advises the Incident Commander (IC) on the health effects of or exposure hazards to the harmful agent(s) and provides the IC recommendations based on survey reconnaissance team information and observations from down range. Additionally, he serves as Medical Section Supervisor and maintains the readiness of $3.5 million worth of analytical assets including ALS, maintains American Association for Laboratory Accreditation ISO 17025 accreditation for Chemical Analysis using the ALS (requires monthly proficiency challenge samples and periodic audits). His duties also include Radiation Safety Officer and Respiratory Protection Officer. SSG James B. Stewart SSG Stewart started his career in Hazardous Materials in 2005 while employed with Roche Carolina as a Process Technician (Chemical Operator). During this time, the Pilot Plant (R&D) introduced him to many hazardous materials used in various operations. That experience “sparked” his interest in the onsite First Responder Program and he joined the Fire Brigade and HazMat Team. The First Responder Program required monthly on-site and annual SCFA training. During his second deployment, he became the Communication Chief in 2006 and transferred to the 43rd WMD CST after 16 years with the 133rd MP CO (2010). During this time, Stewart obtained more than 2,000 HazMat training hours. Since that time, he has assisted and participated in many exercises with local First Responders throughout South Carolina. His current duties with the 43rd WMD CST include assisting in the establishment of CBRN defense measures, providing training advice and supervision regarding CBRN equipment and operations, training military and civilian personnel on CBRN response operations, and operating and maintaining CBRN detection and decontamination equipment. These skills are used on real world incidents to identify unknown hazardous materials to assist Incident Commanders during the decision making process. Prerequisite: Not applicable Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

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43rd Civil Support Team (CST) - Radiological, Chemical and Biological Operations

8006-15002

4 Hour Course Saturday

Instructors SFC Edward Edgerton, Major Mark Stewart, and SSG James Stewart

This course will introduce students to the basic equipment and techniques of responding to a radiological, chemical warfare, or biological release. The 43rd CST instructors will present the best practices for the characterization and mitigation of related incidents. The class agenda includes: Radiation block

Radiation Dispersal Device (RDD) Natural and commercial Rad sources WMD, NUC threat RADIAC equipment/ best practices

Chemical warfare block Introduction to chemical agents Chemical threat brief Small scale production of chemical agents Medical management of chemical casualties Chemical detection and identification Equipment/ best practices

Biological block Intro to BIO agents Biological threat brief Small scale production of biological agents Medical management of biological casualties Biological triage

INSTRUCTORS (See biographies on page 8) Prerequisite: Not applicable Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

HazMat IQ 8006-15003

4 Hour Course Saturday

Instructor Gary Sharp

The HazMat IQ - Above the Line/Below the Line system is developed by responders, for responders and only available from HazMat IQ. The HazMat IQ system incorporates trademarked innovative street smart “Cheat Sheets” that enable responders to safely and efficiently respond to any known or unknown chemical or mixture. After successful completion of this course, students will be able to size-up in minutes (physical state, hazards, initial hot zone, correct meters and PPE) any chemical. The

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system also coaches responders through a streamlined chemical research method to verify their initial size-up, preparing responders to immediately go to work when they arrive on a HazMat/WMD event. INSTRUCTOR Gary Sharp Mr. Sharp is the Training Program Manager for Federal Resources, the parent company of HazMat IQ. He leads a team of HazMat IQ instructors teaching across the country the patented HMIQ response system to public safety and military responders. Previously, he spent 15 years in the fire service, including working full-time for the Independence Fire Department serving as an Engineer, Staff Captain, and Deputy Fire Chief. Gary currently volunteers as a HazMat Team Leader for the Oakland County, MI HazMat team and as a HazMat Manager on Michigan US&R Task Force 1.

Prerequisite: 2728 or equivalent Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

Managing and Funding Your Special Operations Program 8006-15004

4 Hour Course Saturday

Instructor Gary Sharp

Hazardous materials and technical rescue response teams are equipment, training, and funding intensive. This four hour course will cover key program management practices and alternative funding methods that can be used to help sustain your special operations program. Topics will include safety compliance, increasing/integrating your responses, customer service, collaborative partnerships, training for proficiency, developing SOPS, equipment tracking, cost recovery, generating revenue, and applying for grants. After this class, you will have extra time to visit our vendors. INSTRUCTOR Gary Sharp (biography listed above) Prerequisite: 2728 or equivalent Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

Grounding/Bonding and Product Transfer 8006-15005

4 Hour Course Saturday

Instructor Bill Hyatt

The course covers the basics of grounding and bonding of a tanker containing flammable or combustible material. The instructors will cover the use of a megohmeter, the placement of grounding, bonding cables and clamps, and the placement and measuring of the ground rod. The product transfer portion covers the basics of transferring non-flammable, flammable, and combustible materials. This class also allows practice demonstrations in the field.

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INSTRUCTOR - Bill Hyatt Mr. Hyatt has more than 30 years experience in the handling of hazardous waste, including management of field operations, contract management, QA/QC, resource allocation, subcontract procurement, and loss responsibilities. He also has experience with a wide variety of contaminants and contaminated media, including hazardous waste spill cleanup and other emergency response situations. His current responsibilities include hazardous material emergencies in the South Carolina Lowcountry and mitigation of these incidents.

Prerequisite: 2728 or equivalent

Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: Steel toe boots, leather gloves, eye protection, hardhat

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SUNDAY COURSES

Risk Based Response Air Monitoring 2740-15003

8 Hour Course Sunday

Instructors Robert Hughes, Bruce Burding, and Steve Curry

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. INSTRUCTORS Captain Robert Hughes Captain Hughes works for the City of Columbia Fire Department on Engine 1/HazMat 1 and has been in the fire service for 17 years. He is also an SCFA adjunct instructor with a specialty in hazardous materials. Bruce Burding Bruce Burding is a 30 year veteran of the fire service with 13 years as a volunteer firefighter with Eastport, N.Y.; Old Fort Fire Department in Ladson, S.C., and Goose Creek City, S.C. He also has 17 years as a career firefighter with the City of North Charleston and St. John's Fire District. He was introduced to hazardous materials during his 22 year career with the United States Navy (1972-94) and shortly after becoming an SCFA instructor, started teaching HazMat courses in 1998. He recently obtained a Bachelor's in Fire Administration from the University of Memphis. Battalion Chief Steve Curry Chief Curry currently works for the City of Columbia Fire Department. He has 23 years in the department, 16 of which he was assigned to the Hazardous Materials unit. Chief Curry has taught at the SCFA, as a HazMat program adjunct instructor, for 21 years. He has also taught as an Adjunct Instructor for the Center for Domestic Preparedness in Aniston, AL. Chief Curry is the Safety Officer for the Midlands Type III Incident Management team. Prerequisite: 2728 or equivalent Students: 10 minimum / 20 maximum Required PPE: None

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What’s In the Name - A Responder’s Approach to Chemistry 8006-15006

4 Hour Course Sunday

Instructor Bruce Burding

"What's in a Name - A Responder’s Approach to Chemistry" is designed to give the average responder insight as to the hazards they may come in contact with - flammable, toxic, or corrosive. The course will cover how atoms work together to create a substance, how the substance gets its name, and how to associate with its hazards. Although this course will not make you a chemistry expert, it will relieve a lot of anxiety associated with responding to an event. INSTRUCTOR Bruce Burding Mr. Burding is a 30 year veteran of the fire service with 13 years as a volunteer firefighter with Eastport, N.Y.; Old Fort Fire Department in Ladson, S.C., and Goose Creek City, S.C. He also has 17 years as a career firefighter with the City of North Charleston and St. John's Fire District. He was introduced to hazardous materials during his 22 year career with the United States Navy (1972-94) and shortly after becoming an SCFA instructor, started teaching HazMat courses in 1998. He recently obtained a Bachelor's in Fire Administration from the University of Memphis. Prerequisite: 2728 or equivalent Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

Time To Expand On HazMat Reference Materials 8006-15007

4 Hour Course Sunday

Instructor David Greene

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1) Understand HazMat reference materials and chemical properties, 2) Analyze hazardous materials based on chemical properties and reference materials, and 3) Predict hazardous materials behavior based on research performed in reference materials. INSTRUCTOR Chief David Greene Chief Greene has more than 22 years of experience in the fire service and is currently the deputy chief with Colleton County (S.C.) Fire-Rescue. He earned a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of South Carolina, a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Charleston, and an Associate’s degree in Fire Science from Pikes Peak Community College. He is an SCFA adjunct instructor. He has presented at the International Association of Fire Chief’s International HazMat Response Teams Conference (2008) and Fire Rescue International in 2011 and 2012.

Prerequisite: Not applicable

Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

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Anhydrous Ammonia – Taming the Tiger in the Tank 8006-15008

4 Hour Course Sunday

Instructor David Binder

Students will learn to be prepared to handle anhydrous ammonia incidents effectively and efficiently from start to finish. The course begins with an overview of anhydrous ammonia properties, transportation containers such as rail cars and cargo trailers, types of releases, trouble shooting incidents, and response tactics and recommendations. “Lessons learned” will be discussed through brief illustrations of case histories involving stationary facilities and transportation incidents, including live release footage. Afterwards, short tabletop scenarios will provide some fun and entertainment but, more importantly, allow for practical application in dealing with “the tiger” when it gets out in real life incidents. 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 Mr. Binder has been in the ammonia industry since 1992. He is a member of the National TRANSCAER® Task Group Executive Committee and chaired the curriculum committee that created the TRANSCAER 2011/2012 Anhydrous Ammonia training program. He is the Director of Quality, Safety and Regulatory Affairs for Tanner Industries, Inc. based in Southampton, PA. He also leads the Ammonia Safety and Emergency Response Training program (ASERT™) and facilitates ammonia safety and emergency response training programs throughout the world for industry, fire department, emergency response and emergency management personnel, including live agent exercises. He speaks and presents at numerous federal, state and industry association conferences. He is involved in leadership positions with various industry associations, including the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD), World Food Logistics Organization (WFLO), along with national standards associations such as American Water Works Association (AWWA), Compressed Gas Association (CGA), and public sector organizations to include LEPCs .

Prerequisite: 2728 or equivalant Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

Chemical Suicide 8006-15009

4 Hour Course Sunday

Instructor Greg Chesher

This course focuses on recognizing and evaluating a hazardous materials incident, organizing the response team, protecting the lives of responders and employees, identifying and using response resources, equipment and air monitoring, and implementing basic control and containment measures.

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INSTRUCTOR Battalion Chief Greg Chesher Chief Chesher has worked for the City of Charleston Fire Department for 16 years and currently serves as a Battalion Chief. He is the Hazardous Materials Team Commander for the City HazMat team and serves as the logistics officer for the Charleston WMD/HazMat regional response team. He is an Emergency Management Specialist with the Emergency Management Office for Charleston County.

Prerequisite: Not applicable

Students: 15 minimum / 30 maximum Required PPE: None

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VENDOR INFORMATION

Vendors are allowed in the building Saturday (7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.) and Sunday (7 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

VENDOR PARTICIPATION

Advent Biotechnologies Federal Response Hammer’s HazMat Hepaco, Inc. JDF Associates / Dupont Kappler Rae Systems Safe Industries Saint-Gobians Thermo Fisher Wally’s Fire and Safety X-Out Fire

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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.