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Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness (FRA) Level I Responder (Includes Downloadable ERG)

The Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness (FRA) Level I Responder course is designed for emergency responders, firefighters, and safety personnel who may encounter hazardous materials in the workplace. This Hazmat Awareness for first responders course provides foundational knowledge to identify hazardous substances, assess risks, and take defensive actions until higher-level responders arrive.

The course includes a downloadable Hazmat awareness for first responders PDF, serving as a comprehensive Emergency Response Guide (ERG) to support safe decision-making during incidents. Participants will also complete a Hazmat first responder awareness test to validate their understanding of core concepts.

Upon successful completion, learners earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs), a Certificate of Completion, and a PVC wallet ID, verifying their FRA Level I competency. This training ensures compliance with OSHA and DOT standards while preparing responders to act safely and confidently in hazardous materials situations.

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Learning Objectives

Understand the role and responsibilities of a First Responder Awareness (FRA) Level I responder
Recognize and identify hazardous materials encountered in the workplace
Assess potential risks associated with hazardous materials incidents
Apply defensive actions and safety procedures until advanced responders arrive

Interpret information from the Hazmat awareness for first responders PDF (ERG) effectively
Communicate hazards and report incidents appropriately to emergency response teams
Follow OSHA, DOT, and local regulations for awareness-level hazmat response
Complete the Hazmat first responder awareness test to demonstrate competency

Course Outline

1. Module 1
1. Course Overview
2. Introduction to Hazardous Materials Emergency Response
3. Hazmat Emergency Responders
4. Hazardous Materials, Substances and Wastes
5. Recognizing Hazmat Incidents
6. Module 1 Exam
2. Module 2
1. Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) Overview
2. ERG White Pages Quiz
3. ERG Yellow-bordered & Blue-bordered Pages
4. ERG Yellow-bordered & Blue-bordered Pages Quiz
5. ERG Orange-bordered Pages
6. ERG Orange-bordered Pages Quiz
7. ERG Green-bordered Pages
8. ERG Green-bordered Pages Quiz
9. ERG Exercise

3. Module 3
1. Managing Hazmat Incidents
2. Basic Actions for All First Responders
3. Summary and Conclusion
4. Module 3 Exam

Training Process

This course meets the Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness (FRA) Level I Responder training requirements under 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(6)(i) and 29 CFR 1926.65(q)(6)(i). It should be paired with company-specific training on the employer’s Emergency Response Plan (ERP), including procedures and policies for employees who may encounter hazardous materials. OSHA standards may require additional training on the specific hazards of each employee’s job. To remain compliant and current, participants must complete annual refresher training or demonstrate competency. Refresher training should be completed within one year of the initial course and annually thereafter. Depending on the responder’s role, site-specific training, additional emergency response instruction, and PPE usage training may be necessary. Employers must provide training in any personal protective equipment used on the job. Site-specific training should reflect the company’s unique procedures, equipment, and safety policies and must be properly documented.

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