Managerial Issues in Hazardous Materials

Catalog description

3 hours (3;0;0). This course presents current issues in management of a department-wide hazardous materials program. It includes issues that are pertinent to officers and managers in public safety departments, including regulations and requirements for hazardous materials (hazmat) preparedness, response, storage, transportation, handling and use, and the emergency response to terrorism threat/incident. Subjects covered include State, local and Federal emergency response planning, personnel and training, and operational considerations, such as determining strategic goals and tactical objectives. Prerequisite(s): Must be in the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences - Emergency Services Administration program. Course Typically Offered: Spring.