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Includes information about chlorine's use as a WMD in Iraq; studies DHS warnings about a worst case scenario involving chlorine; updated information about placarding and labeling; an extensive case study of the Graniteville, SC train derailment and chlorine release of 40 tons of gas.
"Chlorine," a safety training program about the hazards of chlorine and safe response to incidents involving chlorine, is part of the
HazChem Series. "Chlorine" is available separately or as a part of the series.
Chlorine is found in almost every town because it is used in water and sewage treatment. Chlorine vapors, heavier than air, remain close to the ground and expand rapidly when released, creating a hazardous atmosphere. Topics covered in this safety video:
- Vapor behavior
- Toxic effects of chlorine
- Use of Level A and Level B ensembles during response activities
- Methods of leak detection
- Container design
- Chlorine Institute A, B and C kits
- Use of water to cool containers and for vapor control. 28 minutes.