Examination of fire command through the simulation of emergencies involving hazardous materials; identification of hazardous materials; safety priorities; chemical hazard planning; hazardous materials legislation; responsibility for pollution; coordinating resources and agencies; use of the DOT Emergency Response Guide Book; protective clothing and equipment; using Chemtrec; shipping documents; decision making models for hazardous materials incidents; concept of alternatives; environmental conditions; decontamination; command posts and staging areas; containers; diking, sealing, and containment; evacuation procedures.