2010-2011 Catalog 
    
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2010-2011 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

FSCI 108 - Hazardous Materials-First Responder/Operations

Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 3-0-3
This course is for firefighters, police, emergency medical personnel, and others in private industries likely to become involved in an emergency response situation. Upon successful completion, students will be able to explain what hazardous materials are; the potential outcomes of incidents involving them; how to initiate scene management (i.e., implement Incident Command System, isolate the hazard area and deny entry, and evacuate); and know when to request additional resources and make appropriate notifications. No proficiency or independent study credit allowed.Prerequisite: FSCI 104 , FSCI 105 , and FSCI 106 .