Title: Explain the EMT’s role during a call involving hazardous materials.
Course: Emergency Medical Technician II (14055-II) > Section: Understanding EMS Operations

Explanation should include the risks, standard operating procedures, and responsibilities of operating in a cold zone.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is a cold zone?
- How can an EMT manage the risks of entering a cold zone?
- How can an EMT manage the responsibilities of operating in a cold zone?
- How can an EMT be sure of following all standard procedures for operating in a cold zone?

Teacher Resources:

- Virginia Department of Emergency Management Hazardous Materials
- U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)