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MODULE 3:  Hazardous Materials and Terrorist Incidents
LESSON 9:   Hazardous Materials Safety		 FEMA Emergency Management Institute
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  Lesson Topics Lesson Overview Household Chemical Emergencies Identifying Stored Hazardous Materials Identifying Hazardous Materials in Transit Lesson Summary

Chemicals have become a part of daily life. They are used and stored in all types of locations and are transported by a variety of means. Most chemicals are safe when stored, used, and disposed of properly. When used improperly, spilled, or mixed, chemicals pose a health and environmental threat.

This lesson covers:

  • How to determine when hazardous materials are present.
  • What CERT members should do in situations involving hazardous materials.
ClockThis lesson should take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
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