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HAZMAT Tech 1 - All aspects of Tech 1 test

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Acid   show
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Caustic   show
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Air reactivity   show
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Auto-refrigeration   show
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Biological agents   show
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Biological toxins   show
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Blood agents   show
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show Temperature at which the transition from a liquid to a gas occurs. At this temperature, the vapor pressure of a liquid equals the the surrounding atmospheric pressure so that the liquid rapidly becomes a vapor.  
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Catalyst   show
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Chemical change   show
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Chemical interactions   show
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show Separate elements that bond together to form compound mixture, they have a tendency to break down into their component parts, sometimes in an explosive manner.  
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Concentration-When dealing with corrosives   show
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Critical Temperature   show
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Critical pressure   show
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show The separation of a substance into 2 or more simpler substances, or of a molecule into atoms or ions, by the action of heat or a chemical process. Dissociation is usually reversible.  
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show A measure of a substance's tendency to deteriorate in the presence of another substance or in a particular enviroment.  
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Dose   show
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Dose response   show
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Expansion ratio   show
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Flash Point   show
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Fire Point   show
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show The difference between the upper and lower flammable limits.  
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Lower explosive limit(LEL)   show
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Upper explosive limit (UEL)   show
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show The period of time it takes for a substance undergoing decay to decrease by half.  
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Halogenated Hydrocarbons   show
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Inhibitor   show
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show The temp at which a material(solid,liquid or gas) will self ignite and sustain combustion in air without a external spark or flame  
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Instability   show
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Ionic and covalent compounds   show
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show they cause respiratory distress and copious tearing that incapacitate a victim,  
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Maximum Safe Storage Temp(MSST)   show
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Melting point   show
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show The temp in which a liquid converts to a solid.  
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show Refers to the tendency or ability of 2 or more liquids to form a uniform blend, or to dissolve in each other.  
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Nerve agents   show
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show Pertaining to a class of chemical compounds that formerly comprised only those existing in or derived from plants or animals, but that now includes all other compounds of carbon.  
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Inorganic   show
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show The combining of anything with oxygen or the propensity to yield oxygen which will present a greater hazard.  
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show Refers to a chemical ability to remain in the environment. The more persistent, the greater the propensity for it to remain harmful over a period of time.  
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ph   show
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show The process when objects undergo a change that does not change their chemical properties.  
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Physical state(solid,Liquid,gas)   show
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Polymerization   show
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show Spontaneous emission of ionizing radiation as a consequence of a nuclear reaction, or directly from the breakdown of an unstable nucleus.  
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Alpha   show
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Beta   show
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Gamma   show
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Reactivity   show
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show Describes the sensitivity of a material to water without the addition of heat or confinement.  
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show (sometimes referred to as tear gas) are chemical compounds that temporarily make people unable to function by causing irritation to the eyes,mouth,throat,lungs,and skin.  
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Saturated hydrocarbons   show
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Unsaturated hydrocarbons   show
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show materials that contain the benzene ring which is formed ny 6 carbon atoms and contains double bonds. Its greatest hazard is toxicity. 6 sided ring.  
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Self-accelerating decomposition temp   show
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show The ability of a substance to form a solution with water can be important when determining control measures. For example gas is insoluble, while anhydrous ammonia is soluble.  
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Solution   show
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show Pourable mixture of solid and a liquid.  
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Specific gravity   show
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show The concentration of of a solution. In corrosives, strength refers to the degree of ionization of an acid or base in water.  
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show The ability of a substance to change from a solid to the vapor phase without passing through the liquid phase.  
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show Influences the hazards present and the measures taken to control an incident that involves that product.  
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Toxic products of combustion   show
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show Weight of vapor compared to air.  
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Vapor pressure   show
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show These agents are extremely toxic, with the symptoms of exposure not appearing for minutes,hours or days.  
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show Measure of the thickness of a liquid, determines how easily it flows. During an incident this will affect the flow away from a leaking container, expanding the endangerment area.  
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show Ease with which a liquid or solid can pass into the vapor state. During an incident this will affect the dispersment in air and expand the endangered area.  
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show Measurements of radioactivity. It is the number of atoms ina given quantity of radioactivity material that are detected to have decayed in 1 minute.  
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show This is the maximum level to which a healthy worker can be exposed for 30 minutes and escape without suffering irreversible health effects or impairment.  
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Incubation period   show
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show The amount of a pathogen necessary to manifest it's pathogenicity . It is dependent on pathogenic variables such as health, gender, predisposition, and several others.  
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Lethal concentration(LC 50)   show
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Lethal dose(LD 50)   show
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Parts per million(PPM)   show
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Parts per billion(PPB)   show
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Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)   show
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Radiation absorbed dose (RAD)   show
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Roentgen equivalent Man(REM); Millirem(mrem)   show
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show This is the maximum concentration to which a healthy adult can be exposed without risk of injury and the exposure to higher concentrations should not occur.  
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show This the maximum average concentration, averaged over a 15 minute period, to which healthy adult can safely exposed for up to 15 minutes continuously. Exposure should not occur more then 4 times a day with at least 1 hour between exposures.  
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show The maximum concentration averaged over 8 hours, to which a healthy adult can be repeatedly exposed for 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.  
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Responsibility of a Technician   show
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Pipeline Products   show
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show Call company to located Remote shutoff Pipeline marker indicates owner (POE), Pipeline maps can greatly assist when checking for gas mitigation  
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Procedures for checking gas midigation   show
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Analysis process for Unknown Atmosphere   show
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show Radioactive material labels for <0.5 mrem/hr  
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Radioactive Yellow II   show
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Radioactive Yellow II   show
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show applied to packages that have been empted of their contents as far as practical but still contains regulated amounts of internal contamination and radiation levels of less than 0.5 mrem/hr detectable outside the package  
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show Applied to packages that contain fissile materials, critical safety index is noted on each package will be noted on label  
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Hazardous materials databases-Advantages   show
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show many databases available, some databases are public domain and some are trademarked  
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show Computer aided Management of Emergency Operations; System integrates chem database and method to mange data, air dispersion model, and mapping capability  
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MARPLOT   show
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show atmospheric dispersion model for realeases (part of CAMEO)  
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show Chemical Hazard Respose Information System; developed by US. Coast Gaurd. HACS-Hazard assessment computer system for aquatic incidents  
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RTECS   show
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show Oil and Haz Mat Tech Assistance Data System; designed for rapid retrieval of 850+ oil and haz substances.  
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Maps and diagrams (adv)   show
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show May not be up to date and may be inaccurate  
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show critical info on hazards present at hazmat incident site  
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show do not rely on only one piece of equipment  
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Reference manuals (adv)   show
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Reference manuals (dis-adv)   show
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show CHEMTREC, CANUTEC SETIQ and NRC  
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show Readily available, can activate emergency response mutual aid network  
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show may provide conflicting info  
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Technical information specialists (adv)   show
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show difficult to contact, no ind knows all answers  
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show Expansion ration (560- 1,445)gals to 1 gal, expands rapidly at room temp  
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show liver damage, Signs and symptoms: jaundice and liver enlargement; chemicals- carbon tetracholoride and nitrosamines  
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Nephrotoxins   show
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Neurotoxins   show
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show nerves that transmit messages to brain; Signs and symptoms: numbness, tingling, decrease sensation, change in reflexes, and decrease motor strength; chemicals: arsenic, lead, toluene and styrene  
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show decrease hemoglobin; Signs and symptoms: cyanosis (turn blue) and loss of cons; chemicals: carbon monoxide and benzene  
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Lung irritating Agents   show
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Reproductive Toxins   show
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show dermal layer of skin; Signs and symptoms: defatting of the skin, rashes and irritation; Chemicals:ketones and chlorinated compounds  
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show ; Signs and symptoms: conjunctivities and corneal damage; Chemicals:organic solvents and acids  
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show Pressure gauges, Temperature on contents  
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show , Shipping papers, Container specification marking, Gauging devices, Frost line  
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show a narrow split or break in the container’s metal that can penetrate through the metal of the container and may also be caused by fatigue (Catastrophic failure) (breach)  
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show Reduction in container thickness made by a sharp, chisel-like object (breach)  
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Scores   show
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Dents   show
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show Visual inspection, smear or swipe test, transpertation index (1M away)  
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Guide to Hazardous Chemical Reactions   show
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show (Bretherick) over 5000 chemicals- Chemicals that are reactive hazards  
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show (Lewis) appr 5000 chemicals- Safety profiles, synonyms, physical properties,standards, and recommendations of government agencies for important and potentially hazardous chemicals  
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Fire protection systems   show
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show allows for the initiation of control actions while incident is small, early notification [limits threats to other containers]  
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show pressure relief devices capable of operating freely to keep tank from failing violently/tank rupture (BLEVE)  
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Fission plugs   show
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show metal disk relieves pressure if too high  
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show Rupture disc with fusible metal backing  
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Product spillage and control   show
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show To minimize the hazard to uninvolved tanks, reduces threats to other tanks  
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show Ensure proper grounding, compatable substances in recieving container [minimize the hazard to surrounding containers], spark may occur in presence of flammable vapors  
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Bonding   show
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Grounding   show
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Resources for dispersion pattern prediction   show
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Determining the likely extent of the physical, safety, and health hazards   show
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Resources for predicting areas of potential Harm   show
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Process for estimation   show
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Three components of an incident   show
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Three elements of an incident   show
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Cryogenic liquid Tank Cars   show
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Non-pressure Tank Cars   show
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Pneumatically unloaded hopper car   show
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show Fittings on top in protective housing with ladder Hazard Classes 2, 3 Capacity (gal) 4000-45000 PSI 100-600  
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show Closures on top of container, container in frame Hazard Classes 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 Capacity (gal) PSI 25.4-100  
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show Closures on top of container, container in frame Hazard Classes 3, 6, 8 Capacity (gal) PSI 14.5-25.4  
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Pressure Intermodal (Type 5)   show
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show Valves in compartment/cabinet on top, ends or sides Hazard Classes 2.2 Capacity (gal) PSI 25.4 or less  
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show cylinders permanently mounted in frame Hazard Classes 2 Capacity (gal) PSI 3000-5000  
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Dry bulk   show
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Non-pressure liquid cargo (TC 406)   show
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Low-pressure liquid cargo (TC 407)   show
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show circular with reinforcement ribs Hazard Classes 8 Capacity (gal) 3300-5500 PSI 35-50  
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high pressure cargo (TC 331)   show
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compressed gas/tube trailer   show
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show cabinet with fittings in cabinet Hazard Classes 2.2 Capacity (gal) 5000-14000 PSI 25.4 or less  
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show has a cone roof with weak seams Hazard Classes 3, 4, 5, 8 PSI 0-0.5  
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show Much wider than it is tall Hazard Classes 3, 8 Capacity (gal) 1,000,000 PSI 0-0.5  
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Dome roof tank   show
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Pressure tanks   show
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ton containers (pressure drums)   show
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PIPELINES   show
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Bags   show
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Carboys   show
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Cylinders   show
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show Closed head (have 2" and 3/4" diameter bungs, usually for liquid), open head (removable top with no openings) Hazard Classes 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 Capacity (gal) usually 55gal, but can be more  
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Dewar Flask (cryogenic)   show
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show Openings on top/side. Intended for materials with higher level of radiation than allowed in excepted or industrial. Have to pass testing requirements.  
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show Protects mat'ls with higher radioactivity levels than those allowed in type A packages (including spent nuclear fuel). Certified by NRC and recertified every 5 years. Testing requirements must be passed.  
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show Not used in US yet. Used for air transport. Used for high activity materials including Plutonium.  
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Industrial   show
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show Extremely low levels of radioactivity. Example: fire detectors. Criteria found in 49CFR173.410. Testing requirements must be met.  
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Types of monitors for Pathogenisity   show
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show ANVDR2, Geiger Counter, ANDPDR77, Dosimeter  
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show Photoionization detectors, Flame ionization detector, Infrared Spectrophotometers and Detector tubes  
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show Tests for anthrax, ricin, botulinum toxin, plague, tularemia, brucella, and orthopox, Quick and accurate tests that can be used on-site and in the laboratory  
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show False negatives or false positives, Porous surface could hinder effectiveness  
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show Rapid field detection of bio warfare agents by detecting specific antibodies  
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Colorimetric detector tubes Capabilities   show
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show Not quantitative results, different manufacturer’s tubes not interchangeable, false positives, interpreting color change may be difficult, tubes have specific shelf life, Response times may vary for different materials  
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Colorimetric detector tubes Use   show
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pH meters Capabilities   show
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pH meters Limitations   show
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show probe inserted into materials and pH is indicated on display screen  
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pH paper/ strips Capabilities   show
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pH paper/ strips Limitations   show
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show Substance or solution combined with a material causing a chemical reaction  
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show For specific chemical and biological materials  
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Reagents Use   show
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show test for chemical agents,  
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show readings need to be verified with another detector  
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show specifically designed reagent strips that produce visible color change  
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show wheat stone bridge in id process, designed to measure LEL, and concentration of a combustible gas or vapor in atm  
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Combustible gas indicator Limitations   show
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show operates by catalytic combustion where sample is drawn across platinum catalyst (wheatstone bridge)  
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DNA fluoroscopy Capabilities   show
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DNA fluoroscopy Limitations   show
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DNA fluoroscopy Use   show
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show oxygen deficient and enriched atmosphere, measures percentage of oxygen in atms  
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show some materials indicate a high or normal level with actual atmosphere is deficient, extreme cold effects meter, does not indicate gas toxicity and gas that is replacing oxygen  
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show Air diffuses into the sensor, oxygen reacts with electrolytes in a cell creating a current  
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show Measures concentration of Carbon Monoxide  
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show limited to measure only carbon monoxide, may not indicate an area is oxygen deficient  
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Electrochemical cells (Carbon monoxide meters) Use   show
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Flame ionization detector Capabilities   show
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Flame ionization detector Limitations   show
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show best for detecting hydrocarbons and other easily flammable components  
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Gas chromatograph/ mass spectrometer (GC/MS) Capabilities   show
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show High cost, false positives and negatives  
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Gas chromatograph/ mass spectrometer (GC/MS) Use   show
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show (hazmat id) Tests for solids, liquids and pastes, organic compounds, inorganic oxides, ect  
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show Cannot identify bio agents only gives proteins, metals and non-metals and simple ionic salts  
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Infrared spectroscopy Use   show
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Ion mobility spectroscopy (IMS) Capabilities   show
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show There are a number of interferents that can have drift times similar to different chemical agents that can result in false-positives  
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show is a point detection system which uses either a radioactive source or corona discharge to drive the sample test process  
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show devices that translate the changes in the concentration of gaseous chemical species into electronic signals Quantifying compounds in concentration below less than one ppm  
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Metal oxide sensor Limitations   show
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Metal oxide sensor Use   show
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show organic and some inorganic gases and vapors ,detects total concentration of numerous organic and inorganic gases and vapors. Increasingly used for both emergency response and remedial operations. Can be used to measure toxic exposure  
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show Reading is dependent upon calibration (isobutylene), does not detect methane  
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show Sample is exposed to ultraviolet light that ionizes the sample Ions are collected amplified, and produce a current which is read on a display as a total organic vapors  
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show a highly sensitive technique by which minute quantities DNA or RNA sequences are enzymatically amplified to reach a threshold signal for detection  
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show Cannot differentiate between live and dead organisms, high cost  
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show Applications for PCCR include molecular cloning, DNA sequencing, archeology, forensics, amplification of unknown sequences ect  
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show Used to monitor Alpha, Beta, Gamma, neutron particles, X-ray (number of different probes)  
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Radiation detection and measurement instruments Limitations   show
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Radiation detection and measurement instruments Uses   show
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Raman spectroscopy (Ahura) Capabilities   show
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show do not use external laser on flammable, explosive materials or dark surfaces  
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Raman spectroscopy (Ahura) Uses   show
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Surface acoustical wave (SAW) Capabilities   show
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Surface acoustical wave (SAW) Limitations   show
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Surface acoustical wave (SAW) Uses   show
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Wet Chemistry Capabilities   show
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show limited field use, requires special training, beakers and flasks  
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show chemical measurements, such as change in color, but often more quantitative chemical measurements  
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First method of measurement of unknown atmoshere   show
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Last method of measurement of unknown atmoshere   show
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show Hydrogen Sulfide (Her)  
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show Carbon Monoxide (Coat)  
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show PH (Pulls)  
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show PH (Pulls)  
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After checking for Radioactivity in an unknown atmoshere   show
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Before checking for PH you should check for ______ in a unknown atmoshere   show
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