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Hazmat

Hazardous material is commonly referred to as HAZMAT or dangerous goods by industry and the federal government.

  • Chemicals that are carcinogens, toxic or highly toxic agents, reproductive toxins, irritants, corrosives, hepatotoxins, nephrotoxins, neurotoxins, agents that act on the hematopoietic system, and agents that damage the lungs, skin, eyes, or mucous membranes.
  • Chemicals that are combustible liquids, compressed gases, explosives, flammable liquids, flammable solids, organic peroxides, oxidizers, pyrophorics, unstable (reactive) or water-reactive.
  • Chemicals that, in the course of normal handling, use or storage, may produce or release dusts, gases, fumes, vapors, mists or smoke having any of the above characteristics.

Hazmat Training

Hazmat training is a course that teaches how to handle hazardous materials, including but not limited to chemicals and biological agents.  For more information on hazmat incidents and/or training contact the WV Emergency Management Division at (304) 558-5380.

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