Overview

This handbook is concerned with response methods to isolate and mitigate hazards related to the releases of floating hazardous chemicals. The main thrust of the work is concerned with spills capable of emitting flammable and/or toxic vapors. Decision-making processes are outline, and methods of organizing experienced personnel, equipment and pertinent data are discussed.

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Author:   A. Szluha ,  D. Allen ,  P. Dalfonso ,  C. Heckman
Publisher:   William Andrew Publishing
Imprint:   William Andrew Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   1.120kg
ISBN:  

9780815512929

ISBN 10:   0815512929
Pages:   447
Publication Date:   31 December 1992
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Part I: Response Manual for Combating Spills Introduction Purpose The Decision-Making Process Spill Isolation Spill Mitigation and Removal Techniques Special Problems Appendix A: Physical-Chemical Characteristics of Floating CHRIS Chemicals Appendix B: Evaluation of Spill Removal Equipment and Chemical Removal Techniques Appendix C: Decision Making Work Sheets Part II: Classification of Floating Chemicals and Technology Review Classification of CHRIS Chemicals and State-of-the-Art Review of Containment and Recovery Technologies Appendix A: Physical-Chemical Characteristics of Floating CHRIS Chemicals Appendix B: Methods of Grouping Floating CHRIS Chemicals Evaluation of Foam Vapor Suppression and of Compatibility Between Spilled Chemicals and Response Equipment Appendix A: Calculational Scheme for Lag Time Appendix B: Calculational Scheme for Mass Transport Through Foam Appendix C: Matrix of Foam Vapor Suppression Tests Appendix D: Foam Vapor Suppression Methods for CHRIS Chemicals that Float on Water Appendix E: Nomenclature References Bibliography

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