Using the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)

Duration: 4h

Who is this training for?

First responders who may arrive at the scene of an incident involving hazardous goods and who will be using Emergency Response Guidebooks (CANUTEC).
There are no prerequisites for this training.

Description

By the end of this training, the candidate will be able to quickly identify the specific or general hazards related to the good(s) in question, and to protect themselves and the general public during the initial response phase for the incident. This training is based on the standards set by the Emergency Response Guidebook (CANUTEC).

Goals

Understanding the hazardous materials classification system
Identifying the types of cabinets, railway cars, trailers, intermodal containers
Using yellow and blue pages
Using guide pages and associated risks, public safety and emergency responses
Using green pages, Tables 1–2 and 3
Identifying protective clothing
Explaining the technical glossary
Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapour Explosion (BLEVE)
Nuclear, radiological, biological, and chemical agents (CBRN)
Improvised Explosive Device (IED)

Content

Characteristics of hazardous materials in your work environment
The effects of hazardous materials on your health
Identifying and controlling hazards
Risk of exposure
Handling, shipping, and environmental obligations
Adequate protection
Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)
Managing miscellaneous systems, documentation, and forms

Evaluation

One 25-question written exam. The required passing grade is 80%. A supplemental exam is available.

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Standards, laws, and references

Our certifications are recognized by the following:

Canadian Armed Forces
MELS
Transport Canada
SAAQ
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

All participants who have successfully completed the training will receive a certificate of competency.

Our certifications are recognized by the following:

Canadian Armed Forces
MELS
Transport Canada
SAAQ
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

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