Maricopa Community Colleges  FSC124   19902-19946 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 12/14/93
FSC124 19902-19946 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Contingency Planning for Emergency Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents
Multifaceted approach to the management of a hazardous materials accident at private or public sector facility. Includes planning requirements and considerations, fixed-site preplan preparation, and public and private resources availability. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
FSC124   19902-19946 Contingency Planning for Emergency Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents
1. Explain the legal requirements and considerations for developing a contingency plan. (I)
2. Explain the potential hazards related to the storage and utilization of toxic chemicals used in the industrial setting. (II)
3. Describe the quality of material safety data sheets. (II)
4. Draw a site plan that incorporates the essential component for response and spill control measures. (III)
5. Describe the steps in the planning process for a contingency plan. (IV)
6. List and describe the primary elements of a contingency plan. (V)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
FSC124   19902-19946 Contingency Planning for Emergency Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents
    I. Introduction
        A. Planning considerations and requirements
        B. Legal considerations
        C. Action plan
      II. Analyzing the Problem
          A. Hazard identification
            1. Types and amounts
            2. Chemical storage
            3. Chemical utilization
            4. Chemcial transportation and movement
          B. Potential scenarios
            1. Leaks
            2. Spills
          C. Fires
        III. Data for Contingency Planning
            A. Emergency coordinator information
            B. Site drawings
            C. Spill control capabilities
            D. Level of local response
            E. Resources (company, state, national)
            F. Material safety data sheets
          IV. Planning Process
              A. Selecting the planning team
              B. Assigning responsibilities and tasks
              C. Reporting
              D. Reviewing
              E. Approving
              F. Implementing
            V. Planning Elements
                A. Identifying hazards
                B. Establishing procedures
                C. Designating emergency coordinator (and other responders)
                D. Notification requirements
                E. Categorizing accidents
                F. Evacuation plans
                G. Training programs
                H. Scheduling of drills and exercises
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