(a) A Hazardous Materials Technician is defined as
an individual who performs emergency response to an occurrence which
results in, or is likely to result in, an uncontrolled release of
a hazardous substance where there is a potential safety or health
hazard (i.e., fire, explosion, or chemical exposure). A Hazardous
Materials Technician responds to such occurrences and is expected
to perform work to handle and control (stop, confine, or extinguish)
actual or potential leaks or spills. The Hazardous Materials Technician
assumes a more aggressive role than a first responder at the operations
level, in that the Hazardous Materials Technician will approach the
point of release. The Hazardous Materials Technician is expected to
use specialized Chemical Protective Clothing (CPC) and specialized
control equipment.
(b) All individuals holding a Hazardous Materials Technician
Certification shall be required to comply with the continuing education
requirements in §441.17 of this title (relating to Continuing
Education for Hazardous Materials Technician).
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Source Note: The provisions of this §453.1 adopted to be effective September 1, 1997, 22 TexReg 7904; amended to be effective August 10, 1999, 24 TexReg 6098; amended to be effective November 5, 2000, 25 TexReg 10752; amended to be effective November 28, 2007, 32 TexReg 8533 |