We understand the problems hospital and medical first responders have with getting the appropriate training in hazardous material response and decontamination techniques. Our experience instructors will give you the tools to properly perform patient decontamination and give the correct patient care to victims exposed to hazardous materials agents.
Our courses follow the guidelines set forth by OSHA Best Practice requirements for hospital first receivers. Our course teaches specifically to the needs of hospital and medical responders. Topic covered include:
- Emergency management principles in a Haz Mat situation
- Hazardous Materials principles and terminology
- Recognition of hazardous agents and the symptoms they cause
- Treatment of patients exposed to these agents
- Principles of Decontamination
- Proper use of personal protective equipment
- Decon setup and procedures
- Respiratory considerations
- Monitoring devices
