Special Operations Lieutenant in Anne Arundel County Fire Department Cervitas, Inc. COO Severna Park, Maryland, United States
Join us for a dynamic, hands-on experience in our "Seal the Deal: Hazardous Leak Control Workshop," specially designed for courageous firefighters who face the unpredictable nature of hazardous material incidents. In this intensive 4-hour segment, participants will not only master the critical techniques of plugging and patching leaking hazardous material containers but will also become skilled in creating effective training props.
Our expert instructors, with years of field and instructional experience, will guide you through a step-by-step journey of dealing with simulated hazmat leaks. Using innovative, low-cost methods, you'll learn to craft improvised plug and patch devices, which can be crucial when commercial kits are not at hand or when unique situations arise.
This workshop is more than a learning session; it's an investment in the safety and preparedness of your fire department. Get ready to engage, create, and become a hazmat incident hero within your community!
Learning Objectives:
Understanding the types of leaks and appropriate responses with the principals behind successful containment and control
Practice hands-on experience in plugging, patching, and other techniques using training props that simulate real-world scenarios
Strategies for improvisation using common materials to handle unexpected challenges