NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - EMS Operations

Which of the below organizations deals with the rules and regulations of hazardous materials?
  1. OSHA
  2. EPA
  3. NFPA
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer - D - The organizations that deal with the rules and regulations of hazardous materials include OSHA, EPA, and the NFPA. These acronyms stand for: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, and the National Fire Protection Administration. It is worth noting that there is a wealth of information concerning hazardous material available while out in the field. There are two emergency hotlines: CHEMTREC and CHEMTEL; additionally, there is CAMEO a computerized database and Internet website. There is also the North American Emergency Response Guidebook and your regional poison control center.
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