3rd Edition Hazmat Response What's New?

We have added more content and helpful hints with input and experience gathered since the introduction of HMR in 2014

Use the damaged container assessment checklist to identify and list the characteristics of the container such as construction, size, shape, markings, current condition, temperature and more.  Use this checklist when teams go downrange to give everyone a "picture" of what is being assessed.

Get response tactics and safety considerations for vehicles using alternative fuels such as electric, LNG, CNG, & LPG

Confined space is many times associated with a toxic chemical and it may have overcome the occupants.  What can the Hazmat Team do to provide expertise duties for the incident.

Get the details and guidance on compromised Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).  Tactical considerations are listed for commercial and residential BESS

We expanded the  guide for grounding and bonding with more details on the process and some helpful hints to get as low as a resistance as possible for the system

Tactical considerations for vehicles and common Li-Ion batteries that are used every day

Although sometimes not thought of as hazmat, these system are getting more popular and complex.  Get response considerations and details about these systems

Globally harmonized numbering system and the explanation for each catagory 

We have expanded or added on to many sections and there will be links noted in the book that will direct you to the website to download a list of handy sheets and checklist for using on the incident such as: chemical reference sheet, Sample Submission form, standard Entry form, and more....