Ethanol Safety & Steel Drum 101 Seminar - South Boston, VA
South Boston Volunteer Fire Support Center,
801 Wilborn Ave.,
South Boston, VA 24592
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Available Sessions:
- to EST
Overview
Training includes:
- Classroom instruction
- Complimentary lunch
- Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event
Attendee Level
- Hazmat technician/specialist
- First responders
- Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
- Basic/Introduction
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Transportation/Storage practice for steel drums
- Performance standards for steel drums
- Fusible plugs
- Ethanol introduction
- Ethanol and Ethanol-Blended Fuels
- Chemical and Physical Characteristics of Ethanol and Hydrocarbon Fuels
- Transportation and Transfer
- Storage and Dispensing Locations
- Fire Fighting Foam Principles
- General Health and Safety Considerations
- Storage and Pre-planning Considerations
Description
Steel Drums 101 Seminar - Provide First Responders with helpful
information to better comprehend the components of steel drums.
From understanding the difference between an open-head and a
tight-head steel drum to being able to interpret the UN marking,
The instructor will dive into the vital safety standards first
responders need to know.
Ethanol Safety Seminar - Get an in-depth look at proper training
techniques needed when responding to an ethanol - related
emergency.
Important Details
Due to Covid19 please wear a mask and social distance.
Sponsors
- Renewable Fuels Association (RFA)
- Industrial Steel Drum Institute (ISDI)
Event Contacts
Missy
Ruff
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