This course covers ethanol and ethanol-blended fuels, including their use, characteristics, transportation, storage, firefighting tactics and environmental issues. Certificates will be emailed upon completion. The event is focused for professionals above the technical training level interested in teaching ethanol emergency response.
Topics include:
– Introduction to ethanol and ethanol-blended fuels
– Chemical and physical characteristics
– Transportation and transfer operations
– Storage and dispensing locations
– Firefighting foam principles
– Health and safety considerations
– Pre-planning and storage strategies
Course Objectives:
– Understand ethanol use and growth in the U.S.
– Identify differences between gasoline, ethanol, and ethanol-blended fuels
– Describe transportation, transfer processes, and error points
– Discuss storage and dispensing locations
– Develop firefighting strategies and foam-use tactics
– Determine spill control methods, PPE, and monitoring devices
– Plan fire containment for tank farms and bulk storage facilities
Participants will gain essential skills for responding to ethanol-related emergencies. To participate, please visit the link below to register!