Southern Emergency Response Training and Logistics Center
Introduction of Five-Tier Courses
Introduction of Five-Tier Courses
The training ground provides a variety of practical training programs and customized training
packages, including: awareness-level,operation-level,technician-level, specialist-level and
commander-level training; refresher training; specific transportation training; specialist-level
transportation training; and laboratory ER training. By meeting the specific training needs of
different industries, the training ground will help to improve domestic toxic chemical disaster
preparedness and response, while facilitating the professionalization of related technologies.
Awareness Level
Eight hours
The first responders at the awareness level are usually the first on the scene at
an emergency, to identify and notify potential release of hazardous substances. The
aim is to enable them to recognize the presence of hazardous substances in an emergency,
identify the types of hazardous substances involved, understand possible consequences of
the hazards, and realize their role as first responders in the emergency response plans of
their organizations.
Operation Level
Eight hours
First responders at the operation level refer to personnel who respond to releases
or potential releases of hazardous substances as part of the preliminary response.
The purpose is to protect nearby persons, property, or the environment from the
effects of the releases. Their responsibility is to carry out a defensive response
by containing the release from a safe distance, keeping it from spreading, and
preventing exposures.
Technician Level
Twenty-four hours
The responders at the technician level are personnel who stop or control spills or
leaks of hazardous substances. They are able to contain or stop spills or leaks by
approaching the point of release using specialized PPE and control devices.
Specialist Level
Twenty-four hours
Responders at the specialist level are personnel who respond to, and control,
disasters involving multiple hazardous substances or unknown substances, fires,
or explosions. Hazardous substance specialists are required to serve as the staff
of commanders and draw up offensive action plans according to the specific
transportation and containers involved. They should also be able to carry out
proper safety precautions and defensive technical handling with their professional
response skills.
Commander Level
Twenty-four hours
On-scene incident commanders are responsible for managing the site of a disaster and
making response decisions. They should implement the concept of an on-scene incident
commanding system, ensure the effective utilization of equipment and manpower, and make
specific and effective instructions through the application of emergency response
strategies and tactics.