Toxic Chemical Handling and Exposure

Course overview

When's the last time you had to work on your apparatus or emergency vehicle, repaint a section of the wall, or even just clean something at work? What if I told you that you were being exposed to toxic and potentially deadly chemicals? Unfortunately, as first responders attend different kinds of calls on various emergency scenes, you may not know what toxic hazards you're walking into. Being aware of some of the most common chemical exposures, their health impacts, and ways to mitigate the hazard may be your best bet at protecting yourself, your crew, and even your family as you make sure not to bring contamination home with you.