Occupational Title: Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Maintenance Technician

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1 Occupational Title: Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Functions 1. Comply with federal, state, and local regulations and standards and company policies pertaining to hazmat. AEKS Matrix 2. Develop, implement, and utilize a national incident management system. AEKS Matrix 3. Treat, handle, store, mitigate, and dispose of hazardous materials and wastes in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements. 4. Document and report preparation and maintenance as pertains to hazmat regulations. 5. Monitor, inspect, and conduct sampling for environmental health and safety compliance. 6. Set-up and maintain equipment utilized to comply with hazmat guidelines. 7. Perform operations utilizing appropriate equipment safely in accordance to federal, state, and local standards and company policies. AEKS Matrix AEKS Matrix AEKS Matrix AEKS Matrix AEKS Matrix NOTE: The HAZMAT skill standards were reviewed and updated on March 25, 2004, by statewide industry representatives of the Fire Protection/EMS Industry Advisory Committee of Collin County Community College. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

2 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Function Occupational Skills, Knowledge and Conditions 1 Comply with federal, state, and local regulations and standards and company policies pertaining to hazmat. Key Activities Performance Criteria Occupational Skills and Knowledge Conditions Those duties or task clusters that are necessary to perform each critical work function. Specific demonstrable performance and standards that indicate when the key activity has been performed successfully. 1.1 Utilize reference materials. Number Criteria Use hazmat (chemical, biological, radiological) reference materials to obtain information on proper chemical handling Use hazmat reference materials to obtain identification and labeling information Interpret hazmat reference materials in the selection of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and respirators Use hazmat reference materials to identify potential sample interferences Use hazmat reference materials to identify incompatible combinations of Those skills and knowledge that are specific to the occupation, such as technical processes or procedures common across the occupation that are critical to the related key activity. Understanding and application of appropriate regulatory and reference materials and their use in inspection and identification process. Ability to use computers, the Internet, and electronic media. Knowledge of and ability to use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) computer programs. Tools, resources and equipment necessary to carry out key activities and their related performance criteria. Computer, Internet, and electronic media Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Computer Programs Vendor Supply Catalogues Periodic Table of the Elements Periodicals Safety, Environmental and Health Textbooks and Reference Texts (North American Emergency Response Guidebook [ERG], Chemical Directory) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Guide Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

3 chemicals that could result in dangerous situations Use hazmat reference materials to select appropriate drums and containers Use hazmat reference materials to identify treatment, removal, and disposal systems, such as bioremediation, chemical and physical, deepwell injection incineration, vitrification, and volatile organic compounds Use hazmat reference materials to obtain information through publications on training to stay current on regulatory issues Supervisory audit indicates proper utilization of reference materials. 1.2 Read and interpret EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations. Number Criteria Read regulatory standards, regulations, and policies to ensure compliance in operations Differentiate between federal, state, and local hazardous Knowledge and understanding of EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations. Knowledge and understanding of state and local regulations and standards. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards Code of Federal Regulations: --29 CFR (OSHA) --40 CFR (EPA) --49 CFR (DOT) Federal Register Texas Commission on Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

4 materials regulations and hazardous waste regulations and identify appropriate regulatory agencies Comply with federal, state, and local hazardous materials regulations Comply with federal, state, and local health and safety regulations Read regulatory standards and guidance relative to worker safety and health, such as blood borne pathogens, confined space, emergency egress, fire safety, hearing conservation, and lockout/tagout Evaluate regulatory standards to ensure compliance in operations Read materials published by government and industry regarding hazardous material storage and handling Supervisory audit indicates EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations and standards properly interpreted. Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Correspondence and Articles Texas Administrative Code (TAC): --Title 25:Health Services --Title 30:Environmental Quality --Title 31:Natural Resources and Conservation --Title 43:Transportation NIOSH Guide Regional and municipal applicable policies and procedures Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

5 1.3 Prepare regulatory and internal company reports. 1.4 Utilize regulatory and reference materials for inspection and identification process. Number Criteria Respond to questions presented by state regulatory officials during inspections of your facility Answer questions pertaining to state reporting requirements Assist in the development and revision of plans and reports, such as assessment plan, health and safety plan, initial sampling plan, remediation plan, risk-assessment plan, site closure plan, standard operation procedures (SOPs), and waste minimization plan Regulatory and internal company reports completed in accordance with appropriate regulations. Number Criteria Identify appropriate equipment decontamination procedures Identify health and safety equipment, such as communication Knowledge and understanding of the preparation of regulatory and internal company reports. Ability to use computers, typewriters, and calculators. Understanding and application of appropriate regulatory and reference materials and their use in inspection and identification process. Ability to use computers, the Internet, and electronic media. Knowledge and usage of Computer, Internet, and electronic media Office Equipment (typewriters, file cabinets, fax and copy Machines) Computer, Internet, and Electronic Media Office Equipment (typewriters, file cabinets, fax and copy machines) Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Computer Programs Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

6 systems, personal Material Safety Data Sheets protection equipment, computer programs. eyewashes and safety showers, fire extinguishers, vehicles, and equipment, and first aid Check laboratory and/or field sample analyses by comparing to regulatory limits Check for correct labels and MSDS when shipment is received Post-situation response audit indicates regulatory and reference materials properly utilized. Vendor Supply Catalogues Periodic Table of the Elements Periodicals Safety, Environment and Health Textbooks and Reference Texts (ERG, Chemical Directory) Code of Federal Regulations: --29 CFR (OSHA) --40 CFR (EPA) --49 CFR (DOT) Federal Register TCEQ Correspondence and Articles Texas Administrative Code (TAC): --Title 25:Health Services --Title 30:Environmental Quality --Title 31:Natural Resources and Conservation --Title 43:Transportation National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards NIOSH Guide Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

7 1.5 Utilize references, regulations, reports, and inspections to interpret, evaluate and analyze hazmat situations. Number Criteria Recognize chemical hazard information Analyze information regarding spill Verify regulatory standards to insure compliance in operations Detect patterns that may adversely create problems with regulatory agencies Post-situation response audit indicates references, regulations, reports, and inspections properly utilized to interpret, evaluate, and analyze a hazardous situation. Knowledge and application of appropriate reference, regulations, reports and inspections, in interpreting, evaluating, and analyzing hazardous situations. Ability to use computers, the Internet, and electronic media. Knowledge and usage of Material Safety Data Sheets computer programs and the Internet. Computer, Internet, and electronic media Fax Machines Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Computer Programs Vendor Supply Catalogues Periodic Table of the Elements Periodicals Safety, Environment and Health Textbooks Reference Texts (ERG, Chemical Directory) Code of Federal Regulations: --29 CFR (OSHA) --40 CFR (EPA) --49 CFR (DOT) Federal Register TCEQ Correspondence and Articles Texas Administrative Code (TAC): --Title 25:Health Services --Title 30:Environmental Quality --Title 31:Natural Resources and Conservation --Title 43:Transportation. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

8 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards NIOSH Guide Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

9 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix CWF 1 Comply with federal, state, and local regulations and standards and company policies pertaining to hazmat. Listening Speaking Using Gathering Analyzing Making Organizing Using Adaptability Working Leading Building Self and Writing Reading Mathematics Science Informationand and and Decisions and Social in Others Consensus Career Communi- Analyzing Solving and Planning skills Teams Development cations Technology Information Problems Judgments KA 1.1 Utilize reference materials KA 1.2 Read and interpret EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations KA 1.3 Prepare regulatory and internal company reports KA 1.4 Utilize regulatory and reference materials for inspection and identification process KA 1.5 Utilize references, regulations, reports, and inspections to interpret, evaluate, and analyze hazmat situations Statement of Assessment Strategy: Simulation of work activity, paper/pencil, oral presentation Tools:Personal Computer with Internet access, MSDS computer programs, appropriate hazmat reference materials. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

10 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Function Occupational Skills, Knowledge and Conditions 2 Develop, implement, and utilize a national incident management system. Key Activities Performance Criteria Occupational Skills and Knowledge Conditions Those duties or task clusters that are necessary to perform each critical work function. 2.1 Develop and implementemergency response and site safety plans. Specific demonstrable performance and standards that indicate when the key activity has been performed successfully. Number Criteria Develop an action plan based on hazmat hazard information Identify emergencies, alarms, and abnormal situations in accordance with written procedures Identify appropriate operations and maintenance procedures, plans, and manuals Anticipate equipment needed to accomplish immediate needs and unseen problems Follow written standard operating procedures (SOPs) Working individually or with others, develop improvements in the reduction, reuse, recycling, or disposal Those skills and knowledge that are specific to the occupation, such as technical processes or procedures common across the occupation that are critical to the related key activity. Knowledge and understanding of the necessary components needed in a hazmat emergency response and site safety plan. Ability to use computers, the Internet, and electronic media. Knowledge and usage of appropriate safety equipment. Tools, resources and equipment necessary to carry out key activities and their related performance criteria. Computer, Internet, and electronic media Drum crushers Hand tools Heavy equipment Monitoring and sampling equipment and instrumentation Motorized lifting devices Power tools Pumps Valves Meters Personal protection equipment (PPE) Communication systems Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

11 of waste streams Safely and properly use equipment, such as drum crushers, hand tools, heavy equipment, monitoring and sampling equipment and instrumentation, motorized lifting devices, power tools, and pumps, valves, and meters Use appropriate health and safety equipment such as personal protection equipment (PPE), communication systems, eyewashes and safety showers, fire extinguishers, vehicles, equipment, and first aid Hazmat emergency plan developed in accordance with written procedures. Eyewashes and safety showers Fire extinguishers Vehicles First aid 2.2 Utilize emergency response and site safety plans in responding to emergency situations. Number Criteria Knowledge and understanding of hazmat plan in responding to Respond appropriately emergency situations. to hazard information Respond to emergencies, alarms, and abnormal situations in accordance with written procedures. Perform as a team member on an emergency response Knowledge and usage of communication systems. Knowledge and usage of fire fighting, rescue, decontamination, and spill response equipment. Communication Systems Fire Fighting Equipment Confined Space-Entry Rescue Equipment Industrial Equipment as required Spill and Leak Response Equipment Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

12 team Consider environmental consequences or emergency situations and respond appropriately Solve problems that develop during incident Provide on-site training as required while responding to a hazardous incident Post-emergency analysis indicates that national incident managementsystem responded appropriately to emergency. Decontamination Equipment CPR and First Aid Certification Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

13 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix CWF 2 Develop, implement, and utilize a national incident management system. Listening Speaking Using Gathering Analyzing Making Organizing Using Adaptability Working Leading Building Self and Writing Reading Mathematics Science Informationand and and Decisions and Social in Others Consensus Career Communi- Analyzing Solving and Planning skills Teams Development cations Information Problems Judgments Technology KA 2.1 Develop and implement emergency response and site safety plans KA 2.2 Utilize emergency response and site safety plans in responding to emergency situations Strategy: Simulation of work activity, paper/pencil, oral presentation. Statement of Assessment Tools: Computer, communication systems, site-specific fire fighting equipment, confined-space entry rescue equipment, fork-lift truck, site-specific spill response equipment, decontamination equipment. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

14 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Function Occupational Skills, Knowledge and Conditions 3 Treat, handle, store, mitigate, and dispose hazardous materials and hazardous wastes in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements. Key Activities Performance Criteria Occupational Skills and Knowledge Conditions Those duties or task clusters that are necessary to perform each critical work function. 3.1 Properly treat, contain, and store hazardous materials and waste. Specific demonstrable performance and standards that indicate when the key activity has been performed successfully. Number Criteria Direct personnel in the proper handling and control of hazardous materials and waste Safely handle containers such as bulk containers, drums, portable stationary tanks, etc Dismantle containers Properly segregate incompatible hazardous materials and wastes Properly store incompatible hazardous materials and wastes Post-inspection audit indicates proper containment and storage procedures utilized. Those skills and knowledge that are specific to the occupation, such as technical processes or procedures common across the occupation that are critical to the related key activity. Knowledge and application of proper containers to utilize in storage of hazardous materials and waste. Tools, resources and equipment necessary to carry out key activities and their related performance criteria. Bung Wrench Drum Crusher Waste Containers (drums, pails, portable tanks, lined boxes) Overpack Drums Labels Waste Segregation Equipment and Supplies Decontamination Equipment (pads, socks, and booms) Pollution Control Equipment Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

15 3.2 Utilize safe handling procedures. 3.3 Follow mitigation and response protocol. Number Criteria Identify safe chemical handling procedures such asfire control, grounding and bonding, storage vapor control, and ventilation Implement safe chemical handling procedures such as fire control, grounding and bonding, storage vapor control, and ventilation Use appropriate operations and maintenance procedures, plans, and manuals Safely package hazardous materials and wastes in compliance with appropriate regulations Supervisor inspection indicates safe handling procedures utilized. Number Criteria Follow guidelines for controlling leaks and spills from containers Use appropriate equipment decontamination procedures Analyze causes of Understanding and application of safe handling procedures. Knowledge and understanding of the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Knowledge and application of hazmat spill control and response protocol. Personal Protective Equipment Grounding and bonding Supplies Pollution-Control Equipment Material-Handling Equipment Spill Response Equipment Decontamination Equipment Leak Response Equipment Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

16 3.4 Utilize proper hazmat disposal procedures. improper storage of hazardous materials in a facility Post-emergency analysis indicates hazmat spill control and response protocol utilized. Number Criteria Schedule hazardous materials removal shipments to proper disposal facilities Coordinate collection and disposal of empty containers Prepare accumulated hazardous waste for proper disposal Create and maintain disposal facility Post-inspection audit indicates proper hazmat disposal procedures utilized. Understanding and application of proper hazmat disposal procedures. Bung Wrench Drum Crusher Waste Containers (drums, pails, portable tanks, lined boxes) Overpack Drums Labels Waste Segregation Equipment and Supplies Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

17 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix CWF 3 Treat, handle, store, mitigate, and dispose hazardous materials and hazardous wastes in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements. Listening Speaking Using Gathering Analyzing Making Organizing Using Adaptability Working Leading Building Self and Writing Reading Mathematics Science Informationand and and Decisions and Social in Others Consensus Career Communi- Analyzing Solving and Planning skills Teams Development cations Information Problems Judgments Technology KA 3.1 Properly treat, contain, and store hazardous materials and waste KA 3.2 Utilize safe handling procedures KA 3.3 Follow mitigation and response protocol KA 3.4 Utilize proper hazmat disposal procedures Strategy: Simulation of work activity, paper/pencil, oral presentation Statement of Assessment Tools: Bung wrench, drum crusher, waste containers, overpack drums, labels, waste segregation equipment and supplies, decontamination equipment, fork-lift truck, PPE, grounding supplies, pollution control equipment, spill response equipment. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

18 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Function Occupational Skills, Knowledge and Conditions 4 Document and report preparation and maintenance as pertains to hazmat regulations. Key Activities Performance Criteria Occupational Skills and Knowledge Conditions Those duties or task clusters that are necessary to perform each critical work function. 4.1 Document compliance with pertinent EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations. Specific demonstrable performance and standards that indicate when the key activity has been performed successfully. Number Criteria Log maintenance information and condition of equipment Record meter and gauge reading trends Operate recordkeeping systems Record events, such as entry and exit to and from facility and storage areas Record hazmat procedures to ensure company policies are being followed in accordance with regulation Document hazardous materials and wastes in compliance with appropriate regulations. Those skills and knowledge that are specific to the occupation, such as technical processes or procedures common across the occupation that are critical to the related key activity. Knowledge of pertinent EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations. Ability to use computers, Internet, electronic media, and common office equipment. Ability to use cameras. Tools, resources and equipment necessary to carry out key activities and their related performance criteria. Computer, Internet, and Electronic Media Office Equipment (typewriters, file cabinets, fax and copy machines) Environmental Compliance and Safety Forms Camera Tier Two Report Code of Federal Regulations: --40 CFR (EPA) Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

19 4.2 Compile monitoring data and prepare federal, state, local, and company hazmat reports Document operations activities Regulatory reports completed and submitted to federal agency in timely fashion. Number Criteria Compile documentation of hazardous materials, such as chain of custody, equipment calibration, performance maintenance, exception reports, field notebooks, incident documentation, laboratory data, manifests, MSDS, purchase orders, and shipping documents Compile records to prepare compliance reports Prepare reports to supervisor(s) pertaining to shipment, quantity, storage, disposal, and internal requirements Prepare hazardous waste manifests and associated documents for inspection Monitoring data and reports completed and submitted in timely Knowledge of monitoring and reporting requirements. Ability to use computers and common office equipment. Ability to use cameras. Computer, Internet, and electronic media Office Equipment (typewriters, file cabinets, fax and copy machines) Environmental Compliance and Safety Forms Camera Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

20 4.3 Maintain hazmat files in an orderly fashion. fashion. Number Criteria Maintain records to prepare compliance reports Maintain auditable recordkeeping systems in accordance with regulatory requirements File reports on hazmat responses Supervisor inspection indicates that hazmat files maintained in orderly fashion. Knowledge and application of hazmat file maintenance. Ability to use computers and common office equipment. Ability to use cameras. Computer, Internet, and electronic media Office Equipment (typewriter, file cabinets, fax and copy machines) Environmental Compliance and Safety Forms Camera Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

21 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix CWF 4 Document and report preparation and maintenance as pertains to hazmat regulations. Listening Speaking Using Gathering Analyzing Making Organizing Using Adaptability Working Leading Building Self and Writing Reading Mathematics Science Informationand and and Decisions and Social in Others Consensus Career Communi- Analyzing Solving and Planning skills Teams Development cations Information Problems Judgments Technology KA 4.1 Document compliance with pertinent EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations KA 4.2 Compile monitoring data and prepare federal, state, local, and company hazmat reports KA 4.3 Maintain hazmat files in an orderly fashion Strategy: Paper/pencil, oral presentation Statement of Assessment Tools: Personal computer, common office equipment, environmental compliance and safety forms, camera. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

22 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Function Occupational Skills, Knowledge and Conditions 5 Monitor, inspect, and conduct sampling for environmental, health, and safety compliance. Key Activities Performance Criteria Occupational Skills and Knowledge Conditions Those duties or task clusters that are necessary to perform each critical work function. 5.1 Perform facility and equipment inspections. 5.2 Perform environmental health and safety monitoring to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Specific demonstrable performance and standards that indicate when the key activity has been performed successfully. Number Criteria Inspect personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protection systems according to regulations Inspect hazardous waste storage areas for compliance with appropriate rules and regulations Document activities of hazardous waste treatment and disposal contractors Inspect equipment and monitoring systems Post-inspection checklist completed. Number Criteria Evaluate meter and gauge reading trends Calibrate field and Those skills and knowledge that are specific to the occupation, such as technical processes or procedures common across the occupation that are critical to the related key activity. Knowledge and application of proper procedures to conduct facility and equipment inspections. Knowledge and understanding of the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Knowledge of federal and state environmental health and safety monitoring procedures. Knowledge and understanding Tools, resources and equipment necessary to carry out key activities and their related performance criteria. Personal Protective Equipment Personal Protective Equipment Monitoring Equipment Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

23 laboratory instrumentation, such as instrumentation for air monitoring, groundwater monitoring, soil monitoring, solid waste monitoring, and surface water monitoring Perform field tests according to instructions and procedures Adjust procedures appropriately for potential sample interferences Identify the appropriate use, limitations, and applications of sampling equipment, such as colorimetric indicator, combustible gas indicator, and organic vaporizer analyzer Perform personal exposure monitoring in accordance with appropriate standards, such as noise monitoring, radiation dosimetry, temperature extremes, and threshold limit value/biological exposure indices. of the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Knowledge and ability to use monitoring equipment. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

24 5.3 Conduct air, soil, water, and waste sampling for analysis. Number Follow appropriate plans, such as assessment plan, health and safety plan, initial sampling plan, remediation plan, risk assessment plan, site closure plan, standard operating procedures, and waste minimization plan Operate field and laboratory instrumentation such as instrumentation for air monitoring, groundwater monitoring, soil monitoring, solid waste monitoring, and surface water monitoring Post-monitoring audit indicates adherence to environmental health and safety federal and state regulations Criteria Collect samples, such as, air and soil, bulk materials, groundwater, solid wastes, and surface water in accordance with instruction and/or procedures. Characterize hazardous waste for Understanding and utilization of air, soil, water, and waste sampling analysis procedures. Understanding and usage of maintenance and sampling equipment and procedures. Groundwater Well Sampling Equipment (balers and submersible pumps) Decontamination Equipment Monitoring Equipment Water and Soil Sample Containers Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

25 sampling purposes Document sampling for hazardous wastes characterization purposes Document procedures appropriately for potential sample interferences Prepare and ship samples to laboratory Identify hazardous wastes for acute toxicity, corrosivity, ignitability, and reactivity Post-analysis documentation indicates air, soil, water, and waste sampling conducted according to regulations. Composite Sampler Soil Sampler Refrigerator Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

26 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix CWF 5 Monitor, inspect, and conduct sampling for environmental, health, and safety compliance. Listening Speaking Using Gathering Analyzing Making Organizing Using Adaptability Working Leading Building Self and Writing Reading Mathematics Science Informationand and and Decisions and Social in Others Consensus Career Communi- Analyzing Solving and Planning skills Teams Development cations Information Problems Judgments Technology KA 5.1 Perform facility and equipment inspections KA 5.2 Perform environmental, health, and safety monitoring to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations KA 5.3 Conduct air, soil, water, and waste sampling for analysis Strategy: Simulation of work activity, paper/pencil, oral presentation 3 Statement of Assessment Tools: PPE, VOC Monitor, groundwater-well sampling equipment, decontamination equipment, combustible gas monitor, water and soil sample containers, composite sampler, soil sampler, appropriate monitoring equipment. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

27 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Function Occupational Skills, Knowledge and Conditions 6 Set-up and maintain equipment utilized to comply with hazmat guidelines. Key Activities Performance Criteria Occupational Skills and Knowledge Conditions Those duties or task clusters that are necessary to perform each critical work function. 6.1 Set up, prepare, and restore hazmat equipment. 6.2 Calibrate and maintain hazmat equipment. Specific demonstrable performance and standards that indicate when the key activity has been performed successfully. Number Criteria Set up equipment and tools Identify the need for and comply with factory calibration Decontaminate or properly dispose of equipment in accordance with quality control/quality assurance procedures Post-inspection audit indicates hazmat equipment operating according to manufacturer's design specifications, benchmarks, and baselines. Number Criteria Provide routine maintenance of equipment, tools, and monitors. Those skills and knowledge that are specific to the occupation, such as technical processes or procedures common across the occupation that are critical to the related key activity. Knowledge of manufacturer's design specifications for hazmat equipment and set up. Knowledge and understanding of the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Knowledge and understanding of decontamination and mitigation equipment. Knowledge of appropriate procedures to calibrate and maintain hazmat equipment. Tools, resources and equipment necessary to carry out key activities and their related performance criteria. Filing Cabinets Decontamination Equipment Personal Protective Equipment Mitigation Equipment Testing Equipment Equipment Calibration Kits (specific for all equipment) Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

28 6.3 Inventory equipment and materials in accordance with hazmat regulations Evaluate the conditions, status, and wear of materials and products Perform routine maintenance of instrumentation Maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protection systems according to regulations Post-inspection audit indicates hazmat equipment operating according to manufacturer's design specifications, benchmarks, and baselines. Number Criteria Knowledge and application of hazmat inventory regulations for equipment, materials, and waste Label hazardous and non-hazardous materials according to regulations Compile a hazardous materials inventory Maintain a hazardous materials inventory Maintain an inventory of empty and full containers Maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies Post-inventory audit indicates equipment, materials and waste catalogued according to DOT label and placard Ability to use computer and common office equipment. Maintenance Tools (screwdrivers, pliers, etc.) Personal Protection Equipment Manufacturer s Standards Office Equipment (computer, typewriter, file cabinets, fax and copy machines) Labels and Placards Code of Federal Regulations: --49 CFR (DOT) Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

29 guidelines Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

30 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix CWF 6 Set-up and maintain equipment utilized to comply with hazmat guidelines. Listening Speaking Using Gathering Analyzing Making Organizing Using Adaptability Working Leading Building Self and Writing Reading Mathematics Science Informationand and and Decisions and Social in Others Consensus Career Communi- Analyzing Solving and Planning skills Teams Development cations Information Problems Judgments Technology KA 6.1 Set up and prepare hazmat equipment KA 6.2 Calibrate and maintain hazmat equipment KA 6.3 Inventory equipment and materials in accordance with hazmat regulations Strategy: Simulation of work activity, paper/pencil, oral presentation Statement of Assessment Tools: Storage sheds, filing cabinets, decontamination equipment, PPE, waste containment equipment, appropriate equipment calibration kits, appropriate maintenance tools. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

31 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Key Purpose: Treat, monitor, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and conduct emergency response. Critical Work Function Occupational Skills, Knowledge and Conditions 7 Perform operations utilizing appropriate equipment safely in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and company policies. Key Activities Performance Criteria Occupational Skills and Knowledge Conditions Those duties or task clusters that are necessary to perform each critical work function. 7.1 Follow federal and state hazard communication regulations. Specific demonstrable performance and standards that indicate when the key activity has been performed successfully. Number Criteria Identify hazardous materials and nonhazardous material by chemical and physical properties, such as color, corrosivity, density, flammability, reactivity, specific gravity, toxicity, and viscosity Identify hazards associated with the abatement of materials, such as asbestos, fiberglass, and lead Identify hazards associated with treatment, removal, and disposal systems and operations Ensure current MSDS are available in the workplace. Those skills and knowledge that are specific to the occupation, such as technical processes or procedures common across the occupation that are critical to the related key activity. Knowledge and understanding of federal and state hazard communication regulations. Ability to use personal computer and MSDS computer database software Tools, resources and equipment necessary to carry out key activities and their related performance criteria. Computer, Internet, and electronic media MSDS computer database software Sampling and Monitoring Equipment Hazard Commission Act Right to Know Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

32 7.2 Identify and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). 7.3 Implement and utilize safe work practices Post-operations audit indicates federal and state hazard communication regulations correctly followed. Number Criteria Use hazmat reference materials in the selection of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and respirators Identify and use the proper level of personal protective equipment and respirators appropriate to the work conditions, i.e., Levels A, B, C, and D Identify hazards associated with the use and limitations of personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory equipment Post-operations audit indicates personal protective equipment utilized appropriately. Number Criteria Safely and properly use equipment, such as drum crushers, hand tools, heavy equipment, monitoring and sampling equipment and Understanding and utilization of appropriate personal protective equipment. Understanding and utilization of communication systems. Knowledge and application of safe work practices in a hazardous environment. Understanding and ability to use communication systems. Respirators SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) Compressor Ear Plugs Gloves Personal Protection Equipment Suits Steel-toe Boots Hard Hat Decontamination Equipment Communication Systems Respirators SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) Compressors Ear Plugs Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

33 instrumentation, motorized lifting devices, power tools, and pumps, valves, and meters Use appropriate health and safety equipment, such as communication systems, eyewashes and safety showers, fire extinguishers, vehicles, equipment, and first aid Demonstrate safe health and work habits Comply with regulatory standards and guidance relative to worker safety and health, such as bloodborne pathogens, confined space, emergency egress, fire safety, hearing conservation, and lockout/tagout Identify unsafe workplace and job conditions and implement corrective actions Safely load hazardous materials and hazardous wastes in compliance with appropriate regulations Safely ship hazardous Gloves PPE Suits Steel-toe Boots Hard Hat Decontamination Equipment Communication Systems Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

34 materials and hazardous wastes in compliance with appropriate regulations Implement good housekeeping practices in the workplace Post-operations audit indicates safe work practices adhered to in accordance with federal, state, and company regulations. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,

35 Occupational Title: HAZMAT Maintenance Technician Academic and Employability Knowledge and Skill Matrix CWF 7 Perform operations utilizing appropriate equipment safely in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and company policies. Listening Speaking Using Gathering Analyzing Making Organizing Using Adaptability Working Leading Building Self and Writing Reading Mathematics Science Informationand and and Decisions and Social in Others Consensus Career Communi- Analyzing Solving and Planning skills Teams Development cations Information Problems Judgments Technology KA 7.1 Follow federal and state hazard communication regulations KA 7.2 Identify and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) KA 7.3 Implement and utilize safe work practices Strategy: Simulation of work activity, paper/pencil, oral presentation Statement of Assessment Tools: Personal computer, MSDS computer database software, wipe sampling kit, PPE, decontamination equipment, communication system, fork-lift truck, combustible gas meter. Recognized by the Texas Skill Standards Board, July 13,