Course Content:
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Chemical Spill Response Training Course Outline
1. Introduction
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Purpose of the training
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Regulatory overview (OSHA, EPA, local regulations)
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Importance of timely and proper spill response
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Roles and responsibilities
2. Chemical Hazard Identification
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Understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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GHS labeling system
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Common types of hazardous chemicals (acids, solvents, toxics, etc.)
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Routes of exposure and health effects
3. Spill Prevention
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Good housekeeping practices
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Proper storage and labeling
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Secondary containment
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Inspection protocols
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Preventive maintenance
4. Spill Response Procedures
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Initial assessment (size, hazard, location)
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Emergency vs. incidental spills
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Evacuation vs. containment
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Spill containment steps (STOP, CONTAIN, NOTIFY, CLEANUP)
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Use of absorbents and neutralizers
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Decontamination
5. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Selection of PPE for different chemicals
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Donning and doffing procedures
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Respiratory protection considerations
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Limitations and maintenance of PPE
6. Spill Cleanup Tools and Equipment
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Spill kits: contents and usage
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Neutralizers, absorbents, and containment tools
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Safe handling and disposal of cleanup materials
7. Communication and Reporting
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Internal notification procedures
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Reporting to regulatory authorities
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Post-incident documentation and review
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Incident investigation basics
8. Hands-On Exercise / Simulation (Optional but Recommended)
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Spill scenario walk-through
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Proper PPE use and cleanup techniques
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Team-based response and communication
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Review and debrief
9. Review and Quiz
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Key concepts recap
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Knowledge assessment (multiple choice or practical)
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Q&A session
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