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Chemical Hazard Analysis for Risk-Based Response R0233

Training Specialist


Dave Donohue
301-447-1094

Delivery type


10-day on-campus

Continuing education units


5.7

ACE recommendation


In the upper-division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in hazardous materials.

Using activities and scenarios, you will identify the hazards of hazardous products and chemicals.  You will analyze chemical and physical properties to support risk-based response and decision-making and share that information.  Where appropriate, this course aligns with NFPA 470 and other industry standards.

Pre-course materials and course syllabus

Instructions to Download Student Manual: https://apps.usfa.fema.gov/ax/pcm/BYOD_Instructions_0233.pdf PDF 71KB
Welcome Letter/Pre-course Assignment Information: https://apps.usfa.fema.gov/ax/pcm/pcm_r0233.pdf PDF 62KB
Course Syllabus: https://apps.usfa.fema.gov/ax/syll/syllabus_r0233.pdf PDF 170KB

Emergency response personnel who have responsibility for analysis, management and/or tactical response to hazardous materials incidents.

Fire prevention inspectors, hazardous materials inspectors, regulators and planners where knowledge of the chemical behavior of hazardous materials is essential.

Incident Command System (ICS)-100-level and ICS-200-level training. Preferred courses are Q0462 and Q0463, available through NFA Online. Chief’s signature attests that the applicant has completed this required training.

Upcoming offerings

Dates Availability Location Contact(s) CCP
October 30, 2023 - November 10, 2023 Wait List Opportunity Apply Emmitsburg, Maryland
April 15 - 26, 2024 Apply between 12/15/2023 - 1/15/2024 Emmitsburg, Maryland
August 12 - 23, 2024 Apply between 3/15/2024 - 4/15/2024 Emmitsburg, Maryland