Determine appropriate response measures for hazardous materials scenarios.

Advanced Interactions of Hazardous Materials

Presents an advanced examination of how emergency incidents are developed or impacted by hazardous materials usingthe fundamental concepts of organic and inorganic chemistry understandable to all emergency services personnel. Show key elements and compounds undergo important changes during a hazardous materials incident.

Learning Outcomes.Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:1. Characterize organic and inorganic chemicals.Differentiate chemicals based on chemical class.Evaluate various uses of hazardous materials in industry.Discuss relevant precautions for the transport of hazardous materials.Apply chemistry fundamentals to authentic workplace scenarios.Analyze fundamental toxicological concepts as they apply to hazardous materials.Determine appropriate response measures for hazardous materials scenarios.