2015 International Fire Code Essentials – Hazardous Materials

By the end of this course you will be able to: Describe the specific general requirements for hazardous materials to protect building occupants from an accidental release. Identify the health flammability and chemical instability of a hazardous material using a hazard identification sign. Describe how to handle damaged gas containers that present fire safety and health implications Explain the storage use handling and dispensing requirements of flammable and combustible liquids to prevent unwanted fires. Recall how many openings a storage tank should have to prevent fatal incidents from occurring.