CHRIS. response methods handbook

Technical Report · Fri Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1978

OSTI ID:5766670

This manual of the Chemical Hazard Response Information System (CHRIS) has been developed to present current information and assist on-scene coordinators (OSC) on techniques, equipment, and systems that are available to combat and minimize the damage that can be expected when a hazardous chemical is discharged into navigable waters. The handbook describes the content and use of CHRIS and discusses the causes of accidental discharges of hazardous chemicals. It provides a quick reference guide to the selection of response methods and describes these methods in detail. The handbook is also complemented by an appendix containing a review of the state-of-the-art response equipment and systems and a comprehensive catalogue of response equipment. In this handbook response methods are divided into two categories: cautionary and corrective. Cautionary responses, which should be promptly applied to preserve human and animal life, include restricting entry into the area affected by the discharge and use of the water polluted by the discharge, as well as evacuation of threatened areas. Corrective responses include methods of stopping or reducing a further discharge of the chemical, containment procedures, and methods of collection, recovery, and treatment. Methods of cleaning an affected shoreline and treatment of an exposed waterfront are also described.

• Research Organization: Coast Guard, Washington, DC (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5766670
• Report Number(s): AD-A-096944/4
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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WATER POLLUTION CONTROL
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SHIPS
WASTE DISPOSAL
WATER POLLUTION
WATER POLLUTION ABATEMENT
WATER TREATMENT
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MANAGEMENT
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500200* - Environment
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