Contain and neutralize hazardous releases
HazMat Technicians respond to chemical, biological, and radiological releases — identifying substances, controlling spills, decontaminating people and equipment, and protecting communities and the environment per OSHA HAZWOPER and NFPA 470 standards.
A tanker leaks on the interstate. You arrive, run scene size-up with air monitors, suit up in Level A PPE, deploy with a backup team, plug the leak, set up decon corridors, and document every action under Incident Command.
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