• Know how to implement the local emergency response plan;
• Understand classification, identification, and verification of known and unknown materials by using advanced survey instrument and equipment;
• Know of the state emergency response plan;
• Be able to select and use proper specialized chemical PPE provided to the hazardous materials specialist;
• Understand in-depth hazard and risk techniques;
• Be able to perform specialized control, containment, and/or confinement operations within the capabilities of the resources and PPE available;
• Be able to determine and implement decontamination procedures;
• Have the ability to develop a site safety and control plan; and
• Understand chemical, radiological, and toxicological terminology and behavior.