Because most releases occur during transfer operations, the film discusses how to properly load and unload LPG to minimize the danger of an uncontrolled leak, and how the weather affects vapors. Other topics covered include controlling vapors with water fog, monitoring for flammable atmospheres, medical operations for victims, protective clothing for emergency responders, ASME and DOT container types, piping systems, and cooling tanks exposed to fire. In a fire situation, emergency responders are taught the importance of eliminating all sources of ignition, and that frequently the best tactic may be to allow the fire to burn. Exciting footage of an actual incident is included. Each film in the HazChem Series focuses on a different product or group of products.
Programs combine footage of actual incidents with action-packed, realistic training sequences.
The films are designed to provide training to persons who are expected to respond to an emergency involving these hazardous materials. HazChem films have been the winners of numerous awards for both filmmaking excellence and technical content. Among the honors received by HazChem programs are the prestigious Cine Golden Eagle award, the Society for Technical Communication Award of Excellence, the Telly Award, and the Silver Apple Award from the National Education Film and Video Festival. About the technical committee Emergency Film Group programs are created with the assistance of leaders in emergency response training. Bill formerly held the position of Asst.