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(c) Haz Mat Emergency Response - Incident Commander.
(1) Certified curriculum for Incident Commander Level shall include all of the course objectives in Section 2520(a)(1), Section 2520(b)(1) and all of the following course objectives except as noted in paragraph (3) of this Section:
(A) Student shall state the role of the Incident Commander (IC) as defined by applicable OSHA regulations.

(B) Student shall demonstrate the ability to collect and interpret hazard and response information from sources such as printed reference material, computer databases and other technical resources.
(C) Student shall demonstrate the ability to write strategic incident objectives for a simulated emergency response to a release of hazardous materials.
(D) Student shall explain the purpose, need, and elements of command/scene management; and, demonstrate capability to implement ICS.
(E) Student shall explain identification and hazard assessment techniques to aid the IC in action planning for a Haz Mat incident.
(F) Student shall explain the hazards, risks and limits of protective equipment commonly used in Haz Mat incidents; and, cite the role of the Incident Commander regarding the selection and use of personal protective equipment.
(G) Student shall identify the IC role in selecting safe containment and control methods to stabilize a hazardous materials incident.

(H) Student shall describe two primary Haz Mat protective action options, identify factors to evaluate in selecting a protective action option and cite their practical application.
(I) Student shall describe steps to bring the incident to final closure after stabilization, providing for proper decontamination and cleanup; and cite the role of the Incident Commander in decontamination.
(J) Student shall cite basic Haz Mat disposal requirements and cite funding sources with available to the IC.
(K) Student shall identify the need for documentation at Haz Mat incidents; and demonstrate ability to properly complete pertinent reports.
(L) Student shall identify government and private sector resources available to assist in an emergency response to a release of hazardous materials and state their jurisdiction, authority and capabilities.
(M) Student shall understand their own local pre-event Haz Mat plan; how to implement the management system used in that plan; be aware of the state plan; and describe the role of the federal regional response teams.
(N) Student shall explain the role of IC regarding response personnel's safety.
(O) Student shall describe a process for the management of a safe and competent response to a Haz Mat incident, including explanation of the risk vs. gain concept.
(P) Student shall identify the legal role and rights of the media in a Haz Mat incident and understand media capabilities to aid the IC.
(Q) Student shall identify the need for investigations of releases of hazardous materials and the role of the Incident Commander in those investigations.
(R) Student shall explain value, types, and limits of exercises and critiques.
(S) Student shall state the purpose of and the criteria for the activation of an Emergency Operation Center and cite how it is a resource to aid in managing a Haz Mat disaster.
(T) Student shall cite current Haz Mat laws and potential legal liabilities pertinent to the IC's employer.
(2) Certified curriculum for Incident Commander Level shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for an Incident Commander Course shall be a minimum of 32 hours in length if the class participants have not had First Responder Operations training meeting the minimum competencies specified in Title 8, California Code of Regulations, Section 5192(q). If all of the class participants have had such training and present proof of that to the Course Manager then the minimum hours for a Certified Course may be 24 hours. A Certified Course 24 hours in length shall meet only the course objectives of this Section and may delete the course objectives in Section 2520(a)(1) and Section 2520(b)(1) and the training exercise in paragraph (4)(A) of this Section.
(4) Certified curriculum for Incident Commander Course shall include the following training exercises:
(A) Demonstrate proper use of the current Department of Transportation North American Emergency Response Guide Book to include the following:

(i) Given ten or more United Nations four-digit numbers and or chemical names, participants will identify guide number, including primary hazard, basic actions, and isolation and protective action distances as needed.
(B) Participation in a tabletop exercise or simulated field functional Haz Mat exercise including successful completion of the following objectives:
(i) Demonstrate the ability to assume ICS command and general staff positions, set up a unified command post, and establish communication and coordination with all response agencies during a simulated Haz Mat incident;
(ii) Based on a simulated Haz Mat incident, manage a complete identification and hazard assessment process;
(iii) Based on a complete identification and hazard assessment process, write an incident action-plan leading to the mitigation of a simulated Haz Mat incident; and,
(iv) Demonstrate the ability of command to ensure the safety of all responders by completing an ICS Form 208 HM, Revised 3/98, (Site Safety and Control Plan).

(5) Certified curriculum for Incident Commander Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of a CSTI certified IC written exam with a minimum passing score of 70% correct.
(6) Certification for participants in the Incident Commander Course shall include successful completion of a certified course as referenced in section 2520 (c) as delivered by a CSTI certified instructor as referenced in section 2530. Student shall meet a minimum attendance of 32 hours (or 24 hours for a class meeting the requirements of paragraph (3) of this Section), accomplish all objectives, participate in training exercises (except as noted in paragraph (3) of this Section) and complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard as referenced in section 2520 (c).
(d) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Executive Management.
(1) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Executive Management Course shall include all of the following course objectives:

(A) Student shall understand the current Haz Mat problem, compare the various levels of Haz Mat responders, and identify the role of Executive Manager in a Haz Mat day-to-day emergency and disaster response.
(B) Student shall grasp an awareness of laws pertaining to, and liability incurred by, government response personnel, Executive Managers, and the jurisdiction itself, when planning for, and responding to, a Haz Mat emergency/disaster.
(C) Student shall identify the essential components of 29 CFR 1910.120 and Title 8, CCR section 5192 as they pertain to planning, response, training and safety requirements for government agencies responding to a Haz Mat emergency/disaster.
(D) Student shall understand need to communicate and coordinate with any agency having authorized activities dealing with a Haz Mat incident, recognizing agencies' essential roles, needs, and limits; and, describe the purpose, essential components, value and limits of Haz Mat pre-event and event-specific plans.
(E) Student shall understand the needs of agency personnel providing the operational response to a field Haz Mat emergency, and describe the responsibilities of management for the safety of those personnel, including regulations requiring specified safety standards for Haz Mat responders.
(F) Student shall identify the Haz Mat emergency responders' operational actions and limits, explaining required notifications, resources, and mutual aid concepts while responding to, and managing, a Haz Mat emergency/disaster.
(G) Student shall describe the purpose and need to safely initiate command, and identify need and resources for identification and assessment of Haz Mat, so as to initiate action to mitigate the Haz Mat emergency/disaster.
(H) Student shall explain the need for, types and limits of protective equipment commonly used in Haz Mat emergencies, identify methods to stabilize the incident through safe containment, and describe primary Haz Mat protective action options.
(I) Student shall describe the legal role and need of the media at a Haz Mat incident, and understand media capabilities and limitations to aid in the response.

(J) Student shall understand need and components of a Haz Mat scene management system, and identify use of ICS to assume command and general staff positions to manage the incident.
(K) Student shall understand value and need for proper decontamination and cleanup including issues for contracting with cleanup companies.
(L) Student shall grasp an awareness of Haz Mat disposal requirements and funding sources with potential impact to the Executive Manager.
(M) Student shall identify the need for documentation at Haz Mat incident, and essential components of a Haz Mat report.
(N) Student shall describe the purpose and activation of an EOC and identify the common ICS positions that may report to the EOC during a Haz Mat disaster response.
(O) Student shall explain value, types, and limits of training, exercises and critiques.
(P) Student shall identify need and steps for investigations leading to possible prosecution of the responsible party of the Haz Mat incident.
(Q) Student shall describe the need and possible strategies for mitigation of, and recovery from, a Haz Mat emergency/disaster.
(2) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Executive Management Course shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Executive Manager Course shall be a minimum of 8 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Executive Emergency Response - Manager Course shall include all of the following training exercises:
(A) Participation in a simulated tabletop exercise including the successful completion of the following objectives:
(i) Identify criteria to activate the EOC;
(ii) Identify staffing by ICS titles and responsibilities for those required to report to the EOC;
(iii) Identify the use of single or unified command in the EOC.
(B) Completion of a draft Haz Mat policy and/or report regarding one of the following subject areas:
(i) Use of scene management system at a Haz Mat incident;
(ii) Safety requirements at a Haz Mat incident;
(iii) Planning requirements before and during a Haz Mat incident;
(iv) Training and exercising requirements for a Haz Mat incident;
(v) Mitigation program for Haz Mat incident;
(vi) Public information program for Haz Mat incident;
(vii) Recovery program for Haz Mat incident; and,

(viii) EOC activation, set-up, and staffing policy.
(5) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Executive Management Course shall include successful completion of a certified course as referenced in section 2520(d) as delivered by a CSTI certified instructor as referenced in section 2530. Student shall meet a minimum attendance of eight hours, accomplish all objectives, and participate in training exercises as referenced in section 2520(d).
(e) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Hazardous Materials Investigations.
(1) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Investigations Course shall include all of the following course objectives:
(A) Student shall recognize the need for hazardous materials investigations and develop procedures for proper identification, containment, evidence gathering and preliminary investigation report completion.
(B) Student shall understand proper state and federal laws and regulations dealing specifically with hazardous materials investigations.

(C) Student shall identify safety considerations and determine the characteristics of a hazardous materials incident and the possibility of a violation of a law or regulation.
(D) Student shall demonstrate how to safely and competently respond to a hazardous materials incident and conduct an investigation within the limitations of available resources and capabilities.
(E) Student shall explain the need for, types, selection criteria and limits of protective equipment commonly used in hazardous materials incidents.
(F) Student shall recognize the need for and the processes involved in obtaining and serving search and inspection warrants.
(G) Student shall understand the reason for and methods for comprehensive documentation of a hazardous materials incident investigation.
(H) Student shall identify the need to communicate and the appropriate methods necessary to coordinate communication with any and all agencies having authority at hazardous materials incidents, and shall further insure that each agency's role and capability is recognized.
(I) Student shall develop techniques for interviewing witnesses and interrogating suspects at a hazardous materials incident.
(J) Student shall demonstrate proper methods of sampling, evidence collection, and preservation for chemicals and wastes at a hazardous materials incident.
(K) Student shall demonstrate proper safe and competent response to a simulated hazardous materials crime scene.
(L) Student shall demonstrate proper preliminary investigation report preparation by submitting documentation and evidence to the course coordinator for approval.
(M) Student shall identify the role and assignment of investigators within the Incident Command System.
(N) Student shall recognize specific characteristics and considerations associated with hazardous materials investigations at fixed facilities.

(O) Student shall recognize specific characteristics and considerations associated with hazardous materials investigations at transportation incidents.
(P) Student shall understand the importance of effectively working with the media.
(Q) Student shall recognize major information sources useful to investigators in conducting follow-up hazardous materials investigations.
(2) Certified curriculum for the Hazardous Materials Investigations Course shall include all of the current course material listed in 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Investigations Course shall be 40 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Investigations Course shall include the following training exercises:
(A) Demonstrate proper safe and competent response to a simulated hazardous materials incident or crime scene; and,

(B) Demonstrate proper preparation of a preliminary investigation report which will be submitted to the course coordinator for review, comment and approval.
(5) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Investigations Course shall include successful completion of a certified course as referenced in section 2520(e) as delivered by a CSTI certified instructor as referenced in section 2530. Student shall accomplish all objectives, and participate in training exercises as referenced in section 2520(e). Student shall attend 40 hours of training as defined by Title 19 s 2540(j)(4).
(f) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Environmental Monitoring.
(1) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Environmental Monitoring Course shall include all of the following course objectives:
(A) Student shall understand the basics of Haz Mat sampling, including method selection criteria, purpose and objective, types of samples, and development of a sampling plan.
(B) Student shall identify analytical standards used for air and soil/water samples.
(C) Student shall identify the levels of protection of monitoring personnel.
(D) Student shall identify basic air surveillance and soil/water equipment used during a Haz Mat incident.
(E) Student shall understand the documentation and chain-of-custody procedures at a Haz Mat sampling site.
(F) Students shall identify packaging, marking, labeling and shipping of Haz Mat samples.
(G) Student shall identify legal considerations dealing with the sampling procedures.
(H) Student shall identify quality control considerations necessary for air surveillance and soil/water samples.
(2) Certified curriculum for the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Environmental Monitoring Course shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Environmental Monitoring Course shall be a minimum of 40 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Environmental Monitoring Course shall include the following training exercise:
(A) Demonstrate proper use to the instructor of air, soil and water monitoring equipment to include sorbent traps, aerosol filters, organic vapor analyzer, photoionization detector, gas chromatographs and infrared spectrometer.
(5) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Environmental Monitoring Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of a CSTI certified Environmental Monitoring written exam with a minimum passing score of 70% correct.
(6) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Environmental Monitoring Course shall include successful completion of a certified course as referenced in section 2520(f) as delivered by a CSTI certified instructor as referenced in section 2530. Student shall attend 40 hours of training as defined by Title 19 s 2540(j)(4), accomplish all objectives, participate in the training exercise and complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard as referenced in section 2520(f).
(g) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Incident At Ports.
(1) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Incident at Ports Course shall include all of the following course objectives:
(A) Student shall compare and contrast the differences in port activities with other Haz Mat activity sources.
(B) Student shall identify the organizations and responsibilities of various port authorities.
(C) Student shall identify the unique agencies or special units with the appropriate authorities involved with port activities including, but not limited to, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Office of Oil Spill Prevention and Response.

(D) Student shall determine the various types of vessels commonly found in ports and the unique characteristics of their construction and operation.
(E) Student shall compare the unique response considerations with conventional response considerations when dealing with port incidents.
(F) Student shall be able to write, revise, and review specific contingency plans dealing with port emergency operations in Haz Mat incidents including, but not limited to, the National Contingency Plan and applicable Area Contingency Plans.
(2) Certified curriculum for the Hazardous Materials Emeregency Response Incident at Ports Course shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Incident at Ports Course shall be a minimum of 8 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Incident at Ports Course shall include the following training exercise:

(A) Participation in a Haz Mat table-top exercise including successful completion of the following objectives:
(i) Demonstrate proper safety, isolation and notifications for a simulated table-top Haz Mat incident at a port;
(ii) Based on simulated Haz Mat release, demonstrate a basic identification process;
(iii) Based on an identification and hazard assessment process, identify the proper safe containment and protective action options; and,
(iv) Identify essential information to be given by the First Responder to the Incident Commander.
(5) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Incident at Ports Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of a CSTI certified Haz Mat Incidents At Ports written exam with a minimum passing score of 70% correct.

(6) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Incident at Ports Course shall include successful completion of a certified course as referenced in Section 2520(g) as delivered by a CSTI certified instructor as referenced in Section 2530. Student shall meet a minimum attendance of 8 hours, accomplish all objectives, participate in the training exercise and complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard as referenced in Section 2520(g).
(h) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Instructor Certification.
(1) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification Course shall include all of the following course objectives:
(A) Student shall demonstrate an understanding of the background and objectives of the California Hazardous Substances Incident Response Training and Education Program as administered by the Office of Emergency Services, California Specialized Training Institute, as referenced in California Government Code section 8574.20.
(B) The student shall recognize the need for competent instructors to deliver standardized training to hazardous materials responders in the field.

(C) Student shall identify practical techniques for trainers to better facilitate adult learning.
(D) Student shall explain the importance of performance objectives, the need for instructor discipline to accomplish performance objectives, and the value of a motivating delivery technique in achieving performance objectives.
(E) Student shall understand the certified curriculum for the certified course(s), as referenced in section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification.
(F) Student shall understand the importance of presenting a positive first impression.
(G) Student shall understand the essential details in preparing for a class.
(H) Student shall demonstrate an awareness of the Haz Mat audio-visual materials available to support the certified course(s), as referenced in Section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification.
(I) Student shall explain the four-step method of lesson plan development.

(J) Student shall identify effective communication methods and techniques.
(K) Student shall identify the various types of training aids, understand basic techniques for using boards, overhead transparencies and flip charts, and develop at least one training aid for use in the instructional simulation.
(L) Student shall cite the essential elements involved in delivering the class.
(M) Student shall demonstrate an awareness of the requirements to design and deliver successful practical activities that will enhance the trainer's instructional delivery.
(N) Student shall demonstrate the ability to competently instruct at least a 10-minute portion of one block of instruction from the certified course(s), as referenced in Section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification before a peer group and video camera for critique.
(O) Student shall positively critique and compare instructional methods and techniques of the blocks of instruction delivered by other students in the class.

(P) Student shall recognize the need and techniques for testing, evaluating and closing the class.
(Q) Student shall demonstrate an understanding of the California Hazardous Substances Incident Response Training and Education Program requirements, minimum standards, and administrative policies and procedures for state certification as referenced in sections 2510-2560.
(R) Student shall understand proper completion of administrative forms for requesting, delivering, documenting and certifying hazardous materials courses as referenced in section 2540.
(S) Students who will teach any Technician Specialists program course shall understand the essential teaching points, required materials/exercise training aids, and safety issues associated with the Technician Specialists module/course they will teach.
(T) Students shall describe the safety issues associated with providing hazardous materials emergency response training that demonstrates the comprehension of the Safety Policy in Section 2540(k) of these regulations.

(2) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification Course shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification Course shall be a minimum of 32 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification shall include the following instructional simulations:
(A) First Impressions Presentation by Student:
(i) Student shall give a three to five-minute presentation on any subject dealing with Haz Mat response in order for peer group to evaluate first impressions.
(B) Instructional Delivery:
(i) Student shall deliver a minimum ten-minute portion of a certified curriculum, as referenced in Section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification before a peer group and video camera for critique.
(5) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of a CSTI certified Haz Mat Instructor Certification written exam with a minimum passing score of 70% correct.
(6) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification Course shall include all of the following:
(A) Successful completion of the certified course(s), as referenced in section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification;
(B) Successful completion of the certified course as referenced in section 2520(h) and as coordinated by a CSTI Haz Mat section faculty member; and,
(C) Meet a minimum attendance of 32 hours, accomplish all course objectives, complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard and participate in the instructional simulation as referenced in section 2520(h).

(i) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Instructor Certification For Trainers.
(1) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification For Trainers Course shall include Items (A) through (L) and (O) through (T) (incorporated by reference) from section 2520 (h) for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Instructor Certification and shall include all of the following:
(A) Student shall demonstrate the ability to competently instruct at least a five-minute portion of one block of instruction from the certified course(s), as referenced in Section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification before a peer group.
(B) Students who will teach any Technician Specialists program course shall understand the essential teaching points, required materials/exercise training aids, and safety issues associated with the Technician Specialists module/course they will teach.
(C) Students shall describe the safety issues associated with providing hazardous materials emergency response training that demonstrates the comprehension of the Safety Policy in Section 2540(k) of these regulations.
(2) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification For Trainers Course shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification For Trainers Course shall be a minimum of 16 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification For Trainers Course shall include the following instructional simulation:
(A) Instructional Delivery:
(i) Student shall deliver a minimum five-minute portion of a certified curriculum, as referenced in section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification before a peer group for critique.
(5) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification for Trainers Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of a CSTI certified Haz Mat Emergency Response Instructor Certification for Trainers written exam with a minimum passing score of 70% correct.
(6) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Certification For Trainers Course shall include all of the following:
(A) Successful completion of the certified course(s), as referenced in section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor certification;
(B) Successful completion of the certified course as referenced in section 2520(i) as coordinated by a CSTI Haz Mat section faculty member; and,
(C) Meet a minimum attendance of 16 hours, accomplish all course objectives, complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard, and, participate in the instructional simulation as referenced in section 2520(i).
(j) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Instructor Recertification.

(1) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Recertification Course shall include all of the following course objectives:
(A) Student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the background and objectives of the California Hazardous Substances Incident Response Training and Education Program as administered by the Office of Emergency Services, California Specialized Training Institute, as referenced in California Government Code section 8574.20.
(B) Student shall be able to understand the certified curriculum for the certified course(s), as referenced in section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor recertification.
(C) Student shall demonstrate an awareness of the current Haz Mat audio-visual materials and reference materials available to support the certified course(s), as referenced in section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor recertification.
(D) Student shall be able to demonstrate an understanding of the California Hazardous Substances Incident Response Training and Education Program requirements, minimum standards, and administrative policies and procedures for state certification as referenced in sections 2510-2560.
(E) Student shall be able to understand proper completion of administrative forms for requesting, delivering, documenting and certifying hazardous materials courses, as referenced in sections 2540-2550.
(2) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Recertification Course shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t).
(3) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Recertification Course shall be a minimum of 6 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Recertification Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of a CSTI certified Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Recertification written exam with a minimum passing score of 70% correct.

(5) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Instructor Recertification Course shall include all of the following:
(A) Successful completion of the certified course(s), as referenced in section 2520 in which the student is seeking instructor recertification;
(B) Successful completion of the certified course as referenced in section 2520(h) or (i) as coordinated by a CSTI Haz Mat section faculty member;
(C) Successful completion of the certified course as referenced in section 2520(j) by a CSTI Haz Mat section faculty member; and,
(D) Meet a minimum attendance of 6 hours, accomplish all course objectives, and complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard, as referenced in section 2520(j).
(k) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Technician/Specialist (1A): Basic Chemistry.
(1) Certified curriculum for Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1A) Basic Chemistry shall include all of the following course objectives:

(A) The student shall identify the levels of haz mat response training required for certification. The student shall recognize chemical compounds in terms of general categories and classifications.
(B) The student shall define the terms "chemistry" and "matter," identify the three states of matter, recognize the differences between pure substances and mixtures, and recognize physical and chemical properties.
(C) The student shall identify the three physical forms or states of matter, distinguish the differences between chemical and physical change, list the 6 different processes that result in a physical change in state, define "exothermic" and "endothermic," and identify the role of catalysts and inhibitors.
(D) The student shall identify symbols, names of elements, and atomic numbers on a periodic table and determine the logical systematic order of elements.
(E) The student shall indicate the parts and regions of an atom, define the weight and charge of each atomic particle, name the four families and their outer shell electron configuration, explain the octet/duet rule and predict the type of ion formed by each family. The student shall identify the hazard of each family including reactivity and oxidation ability. The student shall also list the features of reducing agents and oxidizing agents.
(F) The student shall define bonding, recognize the different types of bonds, and determine the composition of an ionic or non-ionic compound.
(G) The student shall identify the six different types of salts and predict the hazards, recognize the general physical, chemical, health and environmental properties of salts.
(H) The student shall identify the different types of salts, and predict the hazards, recognize the general physical, chemical, health and environmental properties of salts.
(I) The student shall identify alkane, alkene, alkyne and aromatic hydrocarbons; identify the structures of hydrocarbons including isomers or aromatics.
(J) The student shall be able to identify the hydrocarbon radicals and derivatives, identify their structural formulas and list the hazards associated with each.
(K) The student shall explain the general toxicity of saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons.
(L) The student shall define the physical parameters of vapor pressure, vapor content, vapor density, specific gravity, boiling point, flash point, polarity, and standard and normal temperature and pressure; and correctly identify the relative ranking of chemicals with respect to these physical parameters when compared to other chemicals.
(M) The student shall recognize those materials that are explosive, provide examples and define the terms "fuel," "oxidizer," "explosive" and "crystals" as they relate to explosives.
(N) The student shall identify the three states that gases are transported in and define the term "expansion ratio."
(O) The student shall describe the method for fighting explosives fires; recognize explosives by their chemical formula, structure or characteristics; list initiators of explosives; and describe the DOT divisions of explosives. The student shall also list the four categories of explosives, giving examples and characteristics of each; define and give examples of explosophores; and list several common explosives.
(P) The student shall identify those elements or compounds that are likely to be solids and identify their potential to be combustible or pyrophoric.
(Q) The student shall identify those compounds that are most likely to be oxidizers or organic peroxides based upon their chemical composition.
(R) The student shall identify the common names and formulas associated with poisons and list field test methods.
(S) The student shall identify those compounds that are most likely to be radioactive based upon their chemical composition.
(T) The student shall define the term "corrosivity," describe the two main division of corrosives, list the physical states that corrosives are found in and identify some of the hazards of corrosive materials.
(U) The student shall define the concepts: fire, oxidation, the fire tetrahedron, heat transfer, ignition temperature, flammable limits, and standard temperature and pressure. The student shall also be able to explain the difference between slow and fast oxidation, the effects of oxygen on the combustion process, and the factors to consider when assessing an incident for the potential of fire.
(V) The student shall list the three products of combustion, the three factors that determine hear content, and the three factors that determine vapor quantity. Additionally, the student shall describe the effect of flame on combustion, and explain the differences between the products of complete and incomplete combustion. The student shall define "backdraft" and "flashover," and explain the conditions that lead to those events. The students shall list at least 3 of the products of incomplete combustion that are considered toxic.
(W) The student shall identify at least 3 of the multiple hazards associated with gases, describe the common characteristics of gases and shall explain how gases are detected or measured. The student shall predict the behavior of gases using the concepts of the gas laws and critical temperature and pressure. The student shall describe the 3 conditions of gas storage and list the hazards associated with each.

(X) The student shall list the multiple hazards of flammable liquids and describe the following physical properties: vapor pressure, flash point, ignition temperature, flammable range, explosive limits, specific gravity, vapor density, boiling point, and the definitions of flammable and combustible liquids. The student shall also predict the probable location of flammable atmospheres from low and high vapor pressure liquids. The student shall list the three special conditions (boil-over, slop-over and froth-over) associated with burning flammable liquids; the effects of oxidizers on flammable liquids; how solubility is determined; and the effect of molecular weight on vapor pressure, boiling point, flash point, ignition temperature and heat output.
(Y) The student shall identify the process of oxidation; list several electronegative elements; describe spontaneous combustion, pyrolysis, surface burning and hypergolic combustion; and list the three types of ignition: pilot, auto, and spontaneous. The student shall also list three elements that burn and their allotropes, and describe the flammable solids cellulose nitrate and naphthalene. The student shall list several flammable and combustible metals and their hazards.
(Z) The student shall describe the processes of oxidation and reduction, describe and provide examples of halogen gases, oxy-salts, oxy-acids, metal peroxide salts, inorganic peroxides and oxygen. Additionally, the student shall identify the peroxide functional group in organic oxidizers. Students shall also list some common uses of organic peroxides, identify them by name or formula, list the hazards and classification of organic peroxides, define maximum safe storage temperature and safe accelerating decomposition temperature and list the general hazards of organic peroxides.
(AA) The student shall describe (ionizing and non-ionizing) radiation, identify those elements that are naturally radioactive, describe each of the three types of ionizing radiation (gamma, beta and alpha) and the three types of protective measures. The student shall define the terms roentgen, RAD, REM, mREM, sieverts, becqurels, curie and half-life. The student shall be able to list the various sources of background radiation and a typical annual exposure. The student shall also identify the one time emergency response exposure, the effect of free radicals, the difference between internal and external contamination and contamination vs. exposure.
(BB) The student shall describe the difference between the strength and concentration of corrosives, including how these are measured and how they pertain to the risk posed by that corrosive. The student shall describe the reaction that occurs between acids and bases and other materials. Also, the student shall describe the processes of absorption, dilution and neutralization, including the advantages and disadvantages of each of these methods when used for mitigating corrosives spills.
(CC) The student shall describe the importance of chemical compatibility to responders, recognize the 4 types of chemical reactions (combination, decomposition, single replacement and double replacement), list the rules of solubility and use an incompatibility chart to determine the potential reaction(s) between two materials.
(2) Certified curriculum for Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1A) Basic Chemistry shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t). Each course manager shall provide and display for the duration of the class, at least one wall-mounted "Periodic Table of The Elements" that are at least four feet by eight feet in size and visible from any part of the classroom. The course manager shall provide each student with a copy of the current version of the Department of Transportation Emergency Response Guidebook and the Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Marking, Labeling and Placarding Guide (DOT Chart).
(3) Certified curriculum for the Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1A) Basic Chemistry Course shall be a minimum of 40 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for the Haz Mat Emergency Reponse Technician/Specialist (1A) Basic Chemistry Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of the CSTI certified Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (A) Basic Chemistry Course shall be by written examination with a minimum passing score of 70% correct, as referenced in section 2540(e). Student shall attend 40 hours of training as defined by Title 19 s 2540(j)(4).
(5) Certification for participants in the Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1A) Basic Chemistry Course shall include successful completion of the certified course as referenced in 2520(k), delivered by a CSTI certified instructor as referenced in 2530. Student shall meet a minimum attendance of 40 hours, accomplish all objectives, participate in the training exercises and complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard as referenced in section 2520(k).

(l) Hazardous Materials Emergency Response - Technician/Specialist (1B): Applied Chemistry.
(1) Certified curriculum for Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1B) Applied Chemistry shall include all of the following course objectives:
(A) The student shall describe the process of detecting contaminants in air, list the major components of a normal atmosphere, and list the types of contaminants which make an atmosphere hazardous. The student shall list the OSHA requirements for entry into a confined space, describe the process of finding unknown gases based on vapor density and interpreting results. Also, the student shall list the four uses of monitoring and the types of instruments available, including the capabilities of each. The student shall utilize a monitoring strategy to analyze unknown atmospheres including an analysis of site specific conditions.
(B) Students shall describe the principles of operation of Radiation Monitoring devices and demonstrate their use with sample sources of radioactive material.
(C) The student shall define what Combustible Gas Indicators (CGI's) are designed to detect, describe how they operate, demonstrate how to prepare the CGI for use and how to monitor an unknown atmosphere, describe how to interpret the results, and list some of the limitations associated with CGI's.
(D) The student shall define what Photoionization Detectors (PID's) are designed to detect, describe how they operate, demonstrate how to prepare the PID for use and how to monitor an unknown atmosphere, describe how to interpret the results, and list some of the limitations associated with PID's.
(E) The student shall identify what colorimetric tubes, electrochemical sensors, flame ionization detectors and infrared spectroscopy are designed to detect; describe how these various devices work; and identify some of the use considerations and limitations associated with these devices.
(F) Given at least five unknown substances, two of which are solid, and three liquids, the student shall be able to identify or classify by hazard each of the unknown substances using the "Five-Step Field Identification Method of Chemicals", "HazCat Chemical Identification System" or another CSTI-approved method.
(G) The student shall identify safe and unsafe behaviors as they pertain to chemical handling.

(H) The student shall identify the principles and tests used in field identification kits to determine the hazards or identity of unknown chemicals.
(I) The student shall identify the types of hazard and response information available from reference manuals, hazardous materials data bases, technical information centers (i.e. CHEMTREC) and technical information specialists. The student shall explain the advantages and disadvantages of each resource. The student shall also utilize various reference sources to identify hazard and response information about various hazardous materials.
(J) The student shall describe the duties of the Technical Specialist Hazardous Materials Reference within the Incident Command System at a hazardous materials incident.
(2) Certified curriculum for Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1B) Applied Chemistry shall include all of the current course material listed in Section 2540(t). Each course manager must provide and display for the duration of the class, at least two wall-mounted "Periodic Table of The Elements" that are at least four feet by eight feet in size and visible from any part of the classroom.

(3) Certified curriculum for the Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1B) Applied Chemistry Course shall be a minimum of 40 hours in length.
(4) Certified curriculum for the Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1B) Applied Chemistry Course shall include the following training exercise:
(A) Participation in a "Field Identification of Unknown Solid and Liquid Chemical" exercise including successful completion of the following objectives: Using the "Five-Step Field Identification Method of Chemicals", "HazCat Chemical Identification System" or another CSTI approved method, and given five unknown substances (two being solid and three being liquid) the student shall complete a hazardous data worksheet to include:
(i) Classification of the substances by chemical or physical hazards;
(ii) Determine the proper hazard/risk potential;
(B) Participation in an Atmospheric Monitoring Exercise including successful completion of the following objectives, given five unknown atmospheres:
(i) Use a Combustible Gas Indicator to monitor for combustible atmospheres.
(ii) Use a Photoionization Detector (PID) to monitor for volatile organic compounds.
(iii) Use a Colorimetric Tube to monitor for corrosive or combustible atmospheres.
(iv) Use a Radiation meter to monitor for radioactive materials.
(5) Certified curriculum for the Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1B) Applied Chemistry Course shall include the following evaluation method:
(A) Completion of all of the CSTI certified Hazardous Materials Technician/Specialist (B) Applied Chemistry Course written exam with a minimum passing score of 70% correct as referenced in section 2530.
(B) Student to Instructor/Equipment/etc. Ratios are used in section (6) below to assure students receive an adequate level of experiential learning. See Section 2540(d)(5)(A), (B) and (i) for information on break-outs and sectional training.
(6) The following materials/training aids/equipment are required for teaching the Haz Mat Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1B) Applied Chemistry Course:
(A)(i) Test kits for field identification of unknown chemicals (one kit for every three students);
(ii) Solid and liquid chemical samples for field identification (these should consist of, at a minimum, various flammable and combustible liquids, acids, caustics, and sulfides, oxidizers, chlorinated hydrocarbons); and,
(iii) Safety equipment (including, but not limited to: splash protection, eye protection, head protection, feet protection) for all student use during field identification exercise.
(iv) Combustible Gas Indicators (CGI), Photoionization Detectors (PID), colorimetric tubes and radiation meters in sufficient quantity to allow each student to demonstrate the use of the detectors for hazardous atmospheres. As a minimum, a ratio of one instrument (of each type) per two students is required.
(B) Printed reference material including, but not limited to (one copy per every 6 students):
(i) Chemical Dictionary (Hawley's);
(ii) Quick Selection Guide to Chemical Protective Clothing (Forsberg/Mansdorf)
(iii) Handbook of Reactive Chemical Hazards (L. Bretherick) - or Rapid Guide to chemical Incompatibilities (Pohanish/Green);
(iv) CHRIS Manual (U.S. Coast Guard -- Printed or electronic)
(v) American Association of Railroads; Emergency Action Guides
(vi) Emergency Care for Hazardous Materials Exposure (Currence);
(vii) Farm Chemical Handbook (Meister);

(viii) Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (NIOSH);
(ix) Emergency Response Guide Book (DOT)
(C) Electronic reference material including, but not limited to (one computer per every 3 students):
(i) CAMEO/ALOHA/MARPLOT
(ii) Chemical Reactivity Worksheet
(iii) Chem Knowledge
(7) Certification for participants in the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Technician/Specialist (1B) Applied Chemistry Course shall include successful completion of the certified course as referenced in Section 2520, delivered by a CSTI certified instructor as referenced in Section 2530. Student shall attend 40 hours of training as defined by Title 19 s 2540(j)(4), accomplish all objectives, participate in the training exercise and complete the evaluation method at the 70% standard as referenced in Section 2520. (continued)