Air Monitoring – HazMat IQ trains responders through the instruction of key instruments to detect hazards and make appropriate decisions based on Red Light/Green Light meter readings.

The uses, limitations and street smart tactics of the following instruments will be covered: Radiation, F/pH reagent papers, KI paper, Temp Gun, CGI, O2, PID, FID and Dust Meters.

Attendees will participate in hands on simulations and exercises utilizing actual products, which will produce real world responses on the detection equipment utilized during the class. Upon completion, responders will also have a greater understanding of, and the ability to quickly and safely assess risks, select correct PPE, determine evacuation distances and take appropriate action. This fast paced, interactive one-day course, delivers intensive hands-on training incorporating solid, liquid and gas samples.

This training opportunity is sponsored by Chemical Emergency Planning Funds (CEPF).

Course Dates:

Tuesday, June 21, 2016»
Wednesday, June 22, 2016»
Thursday, June 23, 2016»
(One 8-hr. course offered on three different days.)

Check in: 8 a.m.
Class 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lunch is on your own.

Location:
Kansas City Fire Department
Medical Bureau
6750 Eastwood Trafficway
Kansas City, Missouri 64129

Priority registration is for the Mid-America LEPC. The LEPC service area spans eight counties in the Greater Kansas City region: Johnson, Leavenworth and Wyandotte in Kansas; and Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte and Ray in Missouri.

To register, please send name, agency, address and email to bwilson@marc.org or call 816- 701-8234 and indicate which course date you plan to attend.