HAZWOPER On-scene Commander

Who is the on-scene commander? The senior emergency response official responding to the incident is in charge of the hazardous waste emergency 1a

Who is the on-scene commander? The senior official is the person who: first responds to the accident scene is properly trained has the proper authority to perform the duties of an on-scene commander 1b

Who is the on-scene commander? As other senior officers arrive at the scene, the position is passed up a previously established line of authority 1c

On-scene commander responsibilities All emergency responders and their communications should be communicated through the on-scene commander 2a

On-scene commander responsibilities The on-scene commander should identify all hazardous substances or conditions present at the site of the hazardous waste emergency 2b

On-scene commander responsibilities Analyze the emergency situation and determine the magnitude of the response efforts Plan and implement an appropriate response plan 2c

On-scene commander responsibilities Implement a response to favorably change the outcome of the incident Evaluate the progress of the emergency response 2d

On-scene commander responsibilities Be aware of the maximum exposure limits to a hazardous substance Be aware of hazardous substance handling procedures Be familiar with the use of new technologies 2e

On-scene commander responsibilities Limit the number of emergency response personnel at the scene Ensure that backup personnel are standing by 2f

On-scene commander responsibilities Designate a safety official who can identify/evaluate hazards Implement appropriate decontamination procedures 2g

On-scene commander responsibilities Implement all appropriate emergency operations to control the emergency Ensure the proper use of PPE 2h

Training All on-scene commanders who will assume control of the accident scene must: receive at least 24 hours of training equal to the first responder operations level training 3a

Training All on-scene commanders who will assume control of the accident scene must: complete annual refresher training of sufficient content and duration to maintain their competencies 3b

Training On-scene commanders receive training in: knowing how to implement the incident command system knowing and understanding the hazards and risks associated with employees working in chemical protective clothing 3c

Training On-scene commanders should receive training in: how to implement the local emergency response plan the state emergency response plan, and the responsibilities of the Federal Regional Response Team 3d

Training All on-scene commanders who will assume control of the accident scene must: the importance of decontamination procedures 3e