N0018919Q0001_Draft_Performance_Work_Statement_PWS_HSIRM.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Hazardous Substance Incident ResponseManagement (HSIRM) & HSIRM Refresher Courses

A. GENERAL

1. It is estimated that in the base year the following courses may be needed:

a. Forty (40) HSIRM Courses (3 day course);

b. Forty Six (46) HSIRM Refresher Courses (1 day course) - Either done in conjunction with a HSIRM course (3 day course) or combined with another HSIRM Refresher course (1 day course); and

c. Twenty (20) HSIRM Refresher Courses (1 day course) – Scheduled as a “stand alone” class.

2. In each of the four (4) option years, it is estimated that the following courses may be needed in each year:

a. Forty (40) HSIRM Courses (3 day course);

b. Forty Six (46) HSIRM Refresher Courses (1 day course) - Either done in conjunction with a HSIRM course (3 day course) or combined with another HSIRM Refresher course (1 day course); and

c. Twenty (20) HSIRM Refresher Courses (1 day course) – Scheduled as a “stand alone” class.

3. It is emphasized that the number of classes is only an estimate since the actual number of classes held is controlled by funding constraints. There is the potential for “add-on” convening of the class to be scheduled during the fiscal year if the need arises. These convening will only be scheduled with the concurrence of the contractor.

4. HSIRM Refresher classes may be scheduled in the following manner:

a. In conjunction with the HSIRM class (i.e., on the day before the HSIRM class convenes or the day following the last day of the HSIRM class);

b. Combined with another HSIRM Refresher course; and

c. The HSIRM Refresher may be scheduled as a “stand alone” class.

5. Quantities may fluctuate from year to year depending on the need of students to receive this training. Training schedules are planned on a year to year basis and the contractor will be notified at least sixty (60) days prior to the beginning of each fiscal year as to the number and locations where the training will be held. Classes may be held, for example, in the following locations:

CONUS:

ANNAPOLIS, MD

FALLON, NV

NORFOLK, VA

OCONUS:

ATSUGI JAPAN, CHINHAE KOREA, DIEGO GARCIA, GUAM,

GUANTANAMO BAY CUBA, IWAKUNI JAPAN, KANEOHE BAY HAWAII, KEFLAVIC ICELAND, LONDON UK, NAPLES ITALY, OKINAWA JAPAN, PEARL HARBOR HAWAII, DEVESELU ROMANIA, REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE, ROOSEVELT ROADS PR, ROTA SPAIN, SASEBO JAPAN, SIGONELLA ITALY, SOUDA BAY GREECE, YOKOSUKA JAPAN, AUTEC BAHAMAS

B. SPECIFICATIONS FOR HSIRM AND HSIRM REFRESHER

1.0 Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide services for the Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center (NAVSAFENVTRACEN), Norfolk, VA. These services shall provide instruction for the environmental training courses described in Section 11.0 below as conducted by NAVSAFENVTRACEN, and student record keeping support typical for educational programs as set forth by NAVSAFENVTRACEN.

2.0 Mission

The mission of NAVSAFENVTRACEN is to provide quality safety, health, and environmental training to selected personnel in order to enhance skills at the basic, intermediate, and advanced levels in order to prepare personnel in their designated specialty or field.

3.0 Definitions

3.1 List of Commonly Used Acronyms

3.2 A demonstration is a method of instruction whereby the instructor(s) actually performs the procedures or tasks that are being reviewed.

3.3 A workshop is a method of instruction whereby the students are allowed to perform the procedures or tasks that have been demonstrated to them by the instructor(s). Workshops must be accomplished under the supervision of the instructor(s).

3.4 Training equipment is material that SOH and environmental professionals may encounter in the performance of their duties, i.e., respirators, monitoring equipment, protective clothing, etc.

4.0 Deliverable Product

The contractor shall provide training for NAVSAFENVTRACEN using contractor-owned/provided learning materials, equipment and methodologies to produce a graduate that satisfies the Center’s mission and the learning objectives contained in the course outline.

5.1 General Conditions

5.2 General

5.2.1 All personnel employed by the contractor entering the government- furnished facilities shall conform to all safety, security, work conditions, regulations and procedures which may be in effect during the contract period and shall be subject to such checks as may be deemed necessary to assure that no violations occur. No employee will be permitted on the government-furnished facilities when such check reveals that the employee’s presence would be detrimental to the security of the facilities or accomplishment of work.

5.2.2 Contractor personnel assigned to teach a course shall have expertise in the subject area and instructional experience. The personnel shall be familiar with all initial presentation and remediation procedures, training aids, devices and equipment associated with the course and shall be evaluated by both the contractor and government. Contractor instructors will be evaluated by government SME’s and by student critiques.

5.2.3 All contractor technical instructors and technical instructor supervisors shall abide by the rules and regulations concerning the maintenance of personal standards for instructor integrity, grooming, conduct, speech, and student fraternization. The morale and motivation of student and instructional personnel must be maintained at a high level to ensure a favorable learning environment.

5.2.4 Contractors shall provide all training materials used in the course, including instructor lesson plans, student handouts, references, charts, manuals, tests, audiovisual aids, and training equipment. Contractors may prepare materials or use their already existing course materials, modified as necessary, to conduct the training in accordance with the SOW. Materials produced or used by the contractor, with the exception of handouts, remain the property of the contractor and do not become property of the government.

5.2.5 There is no predetermined list of training equipment, handouts, audiovisual aids, references (other than those cited in the course outline), manuals, etc., to be used in the course. However, the use of computer-generated graphics (e. g., PowerPoint) to supplement lectures is required. The selection of these materials is at the discretion of the contractor. It is required, however, that the course will use training equipment (see definition of training equipment in paragraph 3.4), handouts (may be included as a part of the student guide/manual), and other audiovisual aids, e.g., videotapes.

5.2.6 The government will provide classroom space, with chalk/dry marker boards and standard audiovisual equipment for the course when available. For classes taught in Norfolk at NAVSAFENVTRACEN, the government will provide projection systems for computer-generated graphics. However, for locations other than Norfolk, the contractor is responsible to provide a projection system and computer laptop unless the course supervisor indicates this equipment is available at that location.

5.2.7 Contractors shall include all topics/discussion points contained in the course outline. Deviation is allowed only as indicated in paragraph 11.0(c).

5.2.8 The awarding of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and/or CIH/CSP Certification Maintenance Points shall be the responsibility of NAVSAFENVTRACEN not that of the contractor. However, the contractor may be requested to provide certain course data so that course certification may be obtained.

5.2.9 In all instances of disciplinary matters between contract employees and government personnel, the contractor shall prepare a written report to the COR which includes a summary of the events. A formal contractor investigation is not required.

5.2.10 The contractor shall submit to the COR a course completion report within thirty (30) days after the end of each class convening. The report shall include, as a minimum: a completed student attendance sheet, student data records (if necessary), student critiques, drop/failure records (if applicable), student test answer sheets and instructor comments/observations. Note: the contractor will provide one (1) copy of the test at the beginning of the contract to be kept on file at the NAVSAFENVTRACEN. Any revisions to the test throughout the contract will be submitted to the NAVSAFENVTRACEN. Unless otherwise directed, the contractor shall fax or email the student attendance sheet with grades annotated to the NAVSAFENVTRACEN at the conclusion of the last day of the course. Note: Student Social Security Numbers, including last four (4), must not be sent via fax or email.

5.2.10.1 Contractor shall ensure student data records (if necessary), attendance sheet and student critiques (government provided) are completed by all students.

5.2.10.2 Contractor shall complete a Drop/Failure Record (government provided) for each student who either fails or does not complete the course for other than academic reasons.

5.2.10.3 The contractor shall complete a Course Completion Certificate for each student who successfully completes the course. These certificates shall be filled out by the contractor at the end of each course and passed out to students who have successfully completed the course. In the event that certificates cannot be given to the students at the conclusion of the course, it is the responsibility of the contractor to make arrangements to ensure the students receive their certificates. Course completion certificates shall be kept under careful control by the contractor and only issued directly to the student successfully completing the course. Any unused certificates may either be retained by the contractor for future classes, or properly destroyed.

5.2.11 Attendance Policy

Any student missing more than 20% of a class will fail the course and not receive a graduation certificate. The contract instructor should contact the COR or course supervisor immediately to discuss the student’s situation. The government retains the right to make the final decision on whether or not a student will be allowed to stay for the remainder of the course.

5.2.12 Submission of Invoices

All invoices for completed course of instruction shall be submitted to the COR within five (5) working days after return from travel. Submitted invoices will include the fixed price cost for the convenings taught, as well as any reimbursement for travel and per diem.

5.3 Security

5.3.1 The course taught under this contract is unclassified.

5.3.2 Permits/Decals

Each contract instructor/manager shall obtain a permit/decal as required by the visited activity security office as necessary to enter the work sites.

5.3.3 Security Requirements

The contractor shall conform to all DOD, DON, and local security instructions.

5.3.4 Physical Security/Key Control/Common Access Card (CAC) Control

The contractor shall conform to all current and applicable DOD, DON, and local command instructions regarding physical security, key control and Common Access Card (CAC). The contractor shall maintain control over assigned keys and CAC.

5.3.5 Personal Security/Anti-Terrorism

After award of the contract, the contractor shall become knowledgeable of all current Foreign Clearance Guide, DOD, DON, State Department and local command instructions pertaining to personal security and anti-terrorist issues. This will require each instructor to complete required training and forms such as Level One Anti-Terrorist training, Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) Training, Human Rights Training, Country Specific and Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP) also known as a PRO-file within the time frames required by the guiding regulations. Training will be accomplished either on- line or through other means as arranged by the contractor and the NAVSAFENVTRACEN.

The completion of such training shall be reported to the COR, or course supervisor. The contractor shall not receive any compensation for this training. Periodic refresher training is required.

5.4 Safety

The contractor shall conform/comply with all referenced safety instructions. Any safety related problems shall be addressed immediately to the COR.

5.5 Accident Reports

The contractor shall conduct an investigation into all accidents occurring on government property involving contract employees and report the findings in writing of such an investigation to the COR within three (3) calendar days after the occurrence. When required, the contractor shall provide input for reporting accidents involving students.

5.6 Contract Work Hours

Classes typically begin at 0730 and end at 1600 on each day with a ten (10) minute break every hour and an hour for lunch. Occasional non-standard training days may be required by emergencies, and operational commitments; therefore, in these cases, as much prior notification as possible will be provided to the contractor. However, the course is designed for whole days and should not vary substantially from the above format, e.g., ending after a half-day on the last day, two-hour lunches or ending class two hours early on days in the middle of the week. Likewise, extending past the normal ending time can only be done with the students’ option since many students may have off-hour commitments. Holidays shall be limited to those normally scheduled for the United States federal government employees. Legal holidays for the purpose of this contract are:

5.7 Travel

The contractor shall conduct all travel in accordance with FAR 31.205-46, Joint Federal Travel Regulations and Joint Travel Regulations. In the event that the allowable per diem limits for an area must be exceeded (i.e., lodging), the contractor must receive approval from the COR prior to travel. The cost of travel documents such as passports and visas will be included in the unit price of the course.

5.7.1 Compliance With Spanish Laws and Insurance

When HSIRM and HSIRM Refresher courses are held in Spain, the contractor shall ensure that they are in full compliance with DFARS 252.228-7006 and the DoD Foreign Clearance Guide, to include Appendix A, which is available at https://www.fcg.pentagon.mil/fcg.cfm. The contractor shall carefully observe all procedures and lead-time requirements specified in the DoD Foreign Clearance Guide. Since Spanish civil liability insurance need only be purchased when the classes are scheduled to be held in Spain, the government intends to reimburse the contractor for the amount of the insurance premium through a separate contract line item number and should not be included in the unit cost of any courses.

5.8 Dress Requirement

The contractor shall ensure that all instructors and supervisors maintain a standard of grooming and personal appearance that reflects a high degree of pride in themselves and in their employees, and in keeping with their position as a professional in a military environment.

5.9 Academic Standards

In cases of student academic problems, the contractor is expected to provide counseling and remediation. The contractor shall notify the COR immediately of any student having academic problems. The government reserves the right to make any decision concerning termination or extension of training for the student with academic problems.

5.10 Inability of Contractor to Perform

In the event that an instructor is unable to teach a class due to illness, injury or death, the contractor must have a CP in place to replace that instructor within twenty-four (24) hours at their own expense. In addition, the government reserves the right to request that an instructor be replaced due to poor performance. The CP must also address the manner in which this instructor will be replaced. Such plans must be included in Phase II, Part I (Written Proposal) and may be reviewed by the COR at any time after award.

5.11 Poor Performance

The following elements, which comprise examples of poor instructor performance, can ultimately result in the removal of the instructor if these actions remain unabated:

· regularly late for class

· poorly prepared to teach (which frequently results in the instructor reading overhead transparencies, or notes to the students)

· disorganized, resulting in poor time management, student confusion, and/or jumping from topic to topic and not following the syllabus

· regularly unable to answer students’ questions (most likely due to lack of knowledge)

· regularly refusing to answer students’ question (either due to lack of knowledge, lack of preparation, agenda anxiety, lack of respect of students)

· regularly dismissing class early (more than an hour before dismissal time)

· failure to remediate

· routinely unwilling to remediate

· routinely having to remediate more than 10% of the class

· inappropriate language (vulgar, sexist, racist, or language that shows disrespect for the students)

· either unwilling or incapable of ascertaining the level of the class’s knowledge and teaching at that level

· routinely unwilling, or incapable of, controlling the discipline of the class (e.g., allowing disruptive side conversations to occur during the instructor’s presentation of the course material, allowing students to show up late thereby disrupting the class)

6.1 Student/Instructor Ratios: Student Loading

6.2 Student/instructor ratios must be such that there is an adequate number of instructors at all times to ensure effective coverage of the entire course, student remediation during class hours, and student supervision and safety. NAVSAFENVTRACEN will reimburse the travel and per diem expenses for one (1) instructor to teach these courses.

6.3 The maximum class size of HSIRM is (25) twenty-five. The maximum class size of HSIRM Refresher is (30) thirty. The Government reserves the right to cancel a convening due to low enrollment at no cost/penalty to the Government. The Contractor will be notified no later than

(21) twenty-one days prior to the first day of class, if the class will be cancelled.

6.4 The government reserves the right to exceed the class size on a case-by-case, limited basis at no extra cost to the government if agreed to in advance by the COR and the contractor.

7.1 Qualifications

7.2 Contractor

7.2.1 The contractor shall provide personnel who meet the experience levels required as stated herein.

7.2.2 The contractor shall be able to provide qualified instructors of the course on dates as agreed to in this contract.

7.2.3 The contractor shall present evidence of ongoing or recent experience (within three years) in conducting technical training courses similar in scope and difficulty to the safety training course set forth herein.

7.2.4 Once an instructor(s) has become "established" teaching this course, if any "new" instructors must be brought in to teach the course, a transition period must be provided whereby the new instructor must teach one or more convenings with a previously "established" instructor. The government will monitor his/her progress through a review of student critiques and, if necessary, a technical review, per paragraph

9.2 contained herein. It is expected that the instructional staff remain reasonably constant throughout the duration of the contract.

7.2.5 The contractor shall possess a knowledge and understanding of the type of educational techniques outlined in the SOW.

7.2.6 The contractor shall possess the ability to effectively manage and provide an adequate administrative staff in support of the educational/training services provided under any resulting contract.

7.3 Instructor Qualifications

7.3.1 The contractor shall be responsible for employing appropriate, technically and academically qualified personnel to perform the instructor services outlined herein.

7.3.2 Instructors must have a four (4) year baccalaureate degree and at least five (5) years of experience in SOH, chemistry, industrial hygiene, environmental engineering, or any combination thereof, OR a two (2) year associate degree with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in SOH, chemistry, industrial hygiene, environmental engineering, or any combination thereof, OR a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in SOH, chemistry, industrial hygiene, environmental engineering, or any combination thereof, AND a minimum of three (3) years of formal instructional experience (one (1) year of experience equates to a minimum of 160 hours of classroom training time per 12 month period) AND at least one (1) year of aforementioned experience must be in teaching DoD or U.S. Coast Guard personnel OR at least three (3) years of active duty in the DoD or Coast Guard with an honorable discharge OR at least three (3) years of work for the DoD/Coast Guard as a civilian employee AND the instructor must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience managing emergency response personnel or working within an ICS or any combination thereof.

7.4 Contractor’s Contract Manager

The contractor shall identify a point of contact/contract manager for contractual matters. This is the individual that the COR will deal with concerning the contracted course and contract performance.

7.5 Resumes/Biographical Summaries

After award of this contract, resumes for prospective new instructors shall be submitted to the COR for review and approval prior to employment under the contract. All proposed substitutes (no matter when they are proposed during the performance period) shall have qualifications that are equal to or higher than the qualifications of the person being replaced. The COR will inform the contractor directly of individuals who are acceptable. Unacceptable documentation will be returned to the contractor indicating the reason(s) for rejection. The COR will have the right to obtain, from the contractor, substantiation of information contained in any resume. The contractor agrees that during the first 120 days of the contract performance period, no personnel substitutions for the primary instructors who delivered the oral presentation during Phase II Part II of the solicitation process will be permitted unless that individual’s sudden illness, death or termination of employment necessitates such substitution. In any of these events, the contractor shall promptly notify the COR and provide a detailed explanation of the circumstances necessitating the proposed substitution. In the case that a substitution is allowed, the alternate instructor(s) whose resume form was submitted and approved during Phase I Part I of the solicitation process shall be the substitute.

8.1 Student Evaluation/Testing

8.2 Contractor

8.2.1 Classrooms operated by the contractor shall be manned by qualified instructors who have qualified for employment under the provisions herein.

8.2.2 Prior to failing a student, the contract instructor shall contact the COR or course supervisor to discuss the situation and provide recommendations. The final decision whether or not to fail a student shall rest with the government.

8.2.3 A comprehensive knowledge test will be administered by the contractor to ensure student mastery of the course objectives. The minimum passing score is 70 (on a 100-point scale.)

8.3 Government

The COR or course supervisor shall reserve the right to administer unscheduled tests to selected students.

9.1 Quality Control Plan

9.2 The contractor shall conduct training as specified on the topical outline in the course SOW. The contractor is responsible for establishing, maintaining and monitoring the quality control of the services provided hereunder via a detailed QCP clearly stating his/her procedures for ensuring quality. As part of the above plan, the contractor shall establish and maintain an instructor evaluation system. Records of all instructor evaluations for contract employees shall be kept current, complete and available to the Contracting Officer, or COR upon request during the performance of this contract.

9.3 The government reserves the right for the COR or his/her designated representatives to evaluate contractor performance, including both technical content and instructional techniques, at any time. Observations of the evaluator will be passed to the contractor via the COR. Direct discussion of observations by a designated representative with contract instructors is not permitted.

10.1 General Tasks/Work Requirements by Position

10.2 Instructor’s Tasks

10.2.1 Maintain a high standard of professional qualifications in instructional and technical areas.

10.2.2 Recommend any changes to the curriculum, if necessary, to the COR.

10.2.3 Prepare a personalized Lesson Topic Guide for each subject matter area assigned.

10.2.4 Maintain qualifications in instructional techniques, training aids, training equipment, training devices and instructional material required to teach assigned topics.

10.2.5 Prepare the classroom for instruction (e.g., ensure course materials are brought into classroom, arrange tables and chairs, layout course materials for each student) and ensure classroom is left in an orderly fashion at the end of each day, especially on the last day of the class.

10.2.6 Remediation shall be provided for any student demonstrating academic problems at any time in the course. This may take the form of one-on-one discussion during or after class hours, extra study assignments to reinforce mastery of difficult material, a review of the results of the final exam, etc. The degree of remediation will be determined by the contract instructor based upon the particular situation. It is expected that most remediation will be accomplished during regular class hours. However, there may be a need to briefly assist a student on an occasional basis after class. There is no compensation beyond that included in the contract. Any demands on a contract instructor’s time considered excessive and beyond the scope of the contract should be brought to the attention of the COR.

10.2.7 Upon request of the appropriate authority, make academic comments concerning students.

10.2.8 Ensure a dignified, harmonious and professional classroom atmosphere.

10.2.9 Administer, grade and review examinations, as necessary.

10.2.10 Report all problem areas related to assigned duties and responsibilities to contractor’s point of contact.

10.2.11 Teach all assigned topics, in accordance with contract requirements, effectively utilizing allotted time.

10.2.12 Inventory and account for assigned classroom/lab training equipment, submitting missing item reports to the contractor’s point of contact.

10.2.13 Perform operational check on assigned training equipment, devices and aids.

10.2.14 Refer unresolved students’ disciplinary problems to the appropriate military authority.

10.2.15 Monitor students to ensure safe usage of all training equipment, devices and aids.

10.2.16 Instruct students in operation and safety requirements of shop/lab equipment for trainers.

10.2.17 Conduct class critique of test results.

10.2.18 Monitor students’ compliance with safety standards and procedures and immediately correct safety violations, reporting all persistent violations to the COR via the contractor’s point of contact.

10.2.19 Assign suitable study procedures to help both failing and non-failing students.

10.2.20 Ensure any changes in the instructions listed in the topical outline are incorporated into the lesson plans and any corresponding materials provided to the students.

11.1 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

General Notes

(a) The data provided herein represents the government’s best estimate of need based on current conditions.

(b) This course is a group-paced, criterion referenced, instructor managed, student participation, lecture/laboratory type instructional system that uses firmly established training procedures. All procedures will be accomplished in accordance with the latest instructional methodology.

(c) The outline of topics is provided as amplifying information in support of the mission objectives of the course. The contractor is not bound to comply with the order of the following outline.

COURSE OUTLINE

C.1.1 CIN: A-493-0077 Hazardous Substance Incident Response Management Course Length: 3 Days Class Size: 25 Student/Instructor Ratio: (See paragraph 6.1.)

Classes: Times and places to be provided to contractor by Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center no later than 30 days prior to required delivery date.

C.1.2 Purpose/Objective of Course

The purpose of the course is to provide assigned personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond safely and effectively to releases of, or substantial threats of releases of, hazardous substances without regard to the location of the hazard and in compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations as well as U.S. Navy environmental instructions, regulations, statues and programs. The following documents, as a minimum, shall be used as guidance.

· NFPA 471 and 472

· OPNAVINST M - 5090.1(Series)

· OPNAVINST 5100.23(Series)

· DOT Emergency Response Guidebook (current edition)

· NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (current edition)

· ACGIH TLVs and BEIs, Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents (current edition)

· NIOSH/OSHA/USCG/EPA Occupational Safety and Health Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities

· NSTM 670, Volumes 1 & 2

Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to:

· Describe OSHA, EPA, DOD, and DON regulatory requirements,

· Describe the principles of hazard recognition and risk assessment,

· Describe fundamental chemical properties,

· Describe physical and chemical properties,

· Describe reactivity properties,

· Identify routes of chemical exposure,

· Identify carcinogens, mutagens, and teratogens,

· Identify simple and chemical asphyxiants, irritants and sensitizers,

· Describe local and systemic effects,

· Identify the criteria for establishing or modifying the evacuation areas and/or control zones,

· Describe the purpose and functional responsibilities of the hazard sector personnel with the ICS,

· Describe engineering controls and hazardous waste operations,

· Explain the elements of an emergency response plan,

· Describe decontamination procedures and practices,

· Explain the storage, handling, use, and transportation requirements of hazardous substances,

· Describe the evaluation process in implementing hazardous materials control procedures,

· Explain the purpose, operation, and limitations of specialized monitoring equipment,

· Demonstrate the purpose, operation, limitations, and field maintenance and testing procedures of specialized monitoring equipment,

· Describe the use, care, selection and limitations of PPE including levels A, B, C, D and associated respiratory protection, -Demonstrate the correct method and procedure for selection, donning, doffing, and usage of chemical protective clothing (CPC) and respiratory protection, including air-purifying respirators, and supplied air respirators,

· Describe the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under applicable OSHA and EPA laws,

· Describe public relations as it applies to site security, regulators, inspectors, the media, and the general public,

· Describe the requirements for termination procedures, including required incident reports and critiques, C.1.3 Target Audience

The class is typically comprised of civilian and military personnel ashore who may serve as activity Emergency Response personnel for hazardous substance spills, as well as Fire and Police Department personnel. Attendees may be environmental program managers, environmental supervisors, environmental engineers, environmental specialists and environmental technicians, SOH specialists, waste handlers at a hazardous waste transfer storage disposal facility, hazardous materials warehouse personnel, and/or laboratory personnel. Attendees may have anywhere from one month to twenty years of experience in SOH and/or environmental engineering.

C.1.4 Method/Program of Instruction: See General Notes

C.1.5 Material to be furnished by the Government:

C.1.4.1 One (1) copy of the following documents, either hard copy or an electronic copy: Student Data Record, Course Critique Sheet, NAVSAFENVTRACEN Attendance Sheet, Course Completion Certificate, Student Drop/Failure Record, Nameplate and Fax Cover Sheet.

C.1.4.2 One (1) copy of the following will be provided to the contractor either by: hard copy, electronic copy or the website links where these documents may be found on the internet.

· OPNAVINST 5100.23(Series)

· OPNAVINST M- 5090.1(Series)

· OPNAVINST 5100.19(Series)

· NSTM 670, Volumes 1 & 2

C.1.5 Outline of Instruction

3.1

3.2 Definitions and Acronyms Including HC, HS, HM, and HW in Accordance with DOT/EPA/OSHA Regulations Fundamental Chemical Properties/Physical and Chemical

3.3 Properties/Reactivity Properties/Compatibility/Basics of GHS Biological Definitions, Properties, and Associated Hazards

description)

limited to) the Following:

6.2.1 Combustible Gas Detectors

6.2.2 Oxygen (O2) Meters

6.2.3 Colorimetric Tubes

6.2.4 pH Papers and Meters

6.2.5 Carbon Monoxide (CO) Meters

6.2.6 Explosimeter

6.2.7 Radiation Detection Instruments

Operation, Limitations, Field Maintenance and Calibration/Testing Procedures (see

C.1.6.7 for description)

7.4.1 Absorption

7.4.2 Adsorption

7.4.3 Chemical Degradation

7.4.4 Dilution

7.4.5 Disposal

7.4.6 Isolation

7.4.7 Neutralization

7.4.8 Solidification

description)

9.1.1 Container Stresses

9.1.2 Container/Content Behavior

9.1.3 Exposures

9.1.4 BLEVEs

9.1.5 Weather Conditions and Terrain

Lesson Topic 13.0 Summary and Student Testing

C.1.6 Special Requirements

C.1.6.1 Testing: Administration of a comprehensive knowledge test is required. A minimum test score of 70% (on a 100-point scale) is required to graduate from the course and receive a certificate of completion.

C.1.6.2 The contractor is responsible for providing a student guide/manual at the beginning of the course for the student to use and keep. A course syllabus is required to be in each student guide/manual which outlines the topics to be covered, on which days, and the approximate amount of time to be spent on each topic. Also, the student guide/manual will contain copies of computer-generated graphics shown along with note-taking space. The order of the material in the student manual shall follow the order in which the material is presented in class in order to reduce any confusion among the students by having them skip around through the manual searching for the proper pages. Other handouts are up to the discretion of the contractor, but shall be included in the student guide/manual. In addition, the contractor is responsible for providing applicable sections of the following standards to each student for their retention:

· 29 CFR 1910.120 Sections (p) and (q)

· 29 CFR 1910.1200 Sections (a) through (c)

· OPNAVINST M-5090.1(Series), Chapters 3 and 39 OPNAVINST

· 5100.23(Series), Chapter 7 and Appendix 7-A Compatibility Chart

C.1.6.3 The contractor is responsible for providing course administrative materials as specified in paragraph C.1.4.1 The contractor is responsible to print copies in sufficient quantities for each class convening and each student. One (1) copy of the NAVSAFENVTRACEN Attendance Sheet per class convening, one (1) copy of the Student Data Record per student per class convening (if necessary), one (1) copy of the Nameplate per student per class convening, one (1) copy of the Course Critique Sheet per student per class convening, one (1) copy of the Fax Cover Sheet, Student Drop/Failure Record in sufficient quantities for those students who may fail or drop the course and one (1) copy of a Course Completion Certificate per student per class convening.

C.1.6.4 Shipping of all class material, including course administrative material specified in paragraph C.1.4.1, to each location is the responsibility of the contractor. Unit price shall include any shipping charges.

C.1.6.5 Demonstration: How to don and doff Level A, B and C ensembles. As a minimum, the instructor is required to display a Level A ensemble to the class. For Level B protection, the instructor may either use students or themselves, to don and doff a Level B ensemble. For Level C protection, the instructor may describe, identify, or display a Level C ensemble. For Level D, the instructor may describe Level D protection.

C.1.6.6 Workshop: Level B dress out. In this workshop, as a minimum requirement, the students shall don and doff a Level B ensemble under the supervision of the instructor. The manner of conducting the workshop in groups, or individually, is at the discretion of the instructor.

C.1.6.7 Workshop: Use of monitoring equipment. In this workshop, the instructor shall show various types of monitoring equipment to the students. Students shall be given the opportunity to use some types of equipment. The display of a variety of equipment (i.e., combustible gas detectors, oxygen (O2) meters, colorimetric tubes, pH papers and meters, carbon monoxide (CO) meters, explosimeter, radiation detection instruments) can be done through a combination of pictures and actual equipment.

C.1.6.8 Demonstration: Decontamination Procedures. In this demonstration, the instructor is minimally required to describe and show various decontamination procedures and equipment to the students. The instructor (with student assistance) shall set up a decontamination station.

C.1.6.9 All equipment/training aids/ supplies required to meet specifications in paragraphs C.1.6.5, C.1.6.6, C.1.6.7 and C.1.6.8 will be provided by the Contractor.

COURSE OUTLINE

C.2.1 CIN: A-493-0083, Hazardous Substance Incident Response Management Refresher Course Length: 1 Day Class Size: 30 Student/Instructor Ratio: (See paragraph 6.1.)

Classes: Times and places to be provided to contractor by Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center no later than 30 days prior to required delivery date.

C.2.2 Purpose/Objective of Course

The purpose of the course is to provide applicable personnel with annual refresher training necessary to respond safely and effectively to releases of, or substantial threats of releases of, hazardous substances and in compliance with applicable federal, Navy safety and occupational health and environmental program regulations, using the following minimum documents as guidance:

· NFPA 471 and 472

· OPNAVINST M-5090.1(Series)

· OPNAVINST 5100.23(Series)

· DOT Emergency Response Guidebook (current edition)

· NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (current edition)

· ACGIH TLVs and BEIs, Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents (current edition)

· NIOSH/OSHA/USCG/EPA Occupational Safety and Health Guidance Manual for Hazardous Waste Site Activities

· NSTM 670, Volumes 1 & 2

Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to:

-Describe OSHA, EPA, DOD, and DON regulatory requirements, including training and liabilities, -Describe the principles of hazard recognition and risk assessment, safe work practices and general site safety

· Describe tools, techniques and technologies for spill containment, control, and clean up, -Describe decontamination procedures and practices, including evacuation areas and control zones,

· Explain the purpose, operation, limitations and selection of specialized monitoring equipment,

· Describe the use, care, selection and limitations of PPE, including levels A, B, C, D and associated respiratory protection,

· Describe the rights and responsibilities of employees under OSHA and other related laws concerning right-to-know, safety and health, compensations and liabilities,

· Describe the requirements for termination procedures, including required incident reports and critiques.

C.2.3 Target Audience The class is typically comprised of civilian and military personnel ashore who may serve as activity Emergency Response personnel for hazardous substance spills, as well as Fire and Police Department personnel. Attendees may be environmental program manages, environmental supervisors, environmental engineers, environmental specialists and environmental technicians, SOH specialists, waste handlers at a hazardous waste transfer storage disposal facility, hazardous materials warehouse personnel, and/or laboratory personnel. Attendees may have anywhere from one to twenty years of experience in SOH and/or environmental engineering.

C.2.4 Method/Program of Instruction: See General Notes

C.2.5 Material to be furnished by the Government:

C.2.4.1 One (1) copy of the following documents, either hard copy or an electronic copy: Student Data Record, Course Critique Sheet, NAVSAFENVTRACEN Attendance Sheet, Course Completion Certificate, Student Drop/Failure Record, Nameplate and Fax Cover Sheet.

C.2.4.2 One (1) copy of the following will be provided to the contractor either by: hard copy, electronic copy or the website links where these documents may be found on the internet.

· OPNAVINST 5100.23(Series)

· OPNAVINST

M-5090.1(Series) - Manual OPNAVINST 5100.19(Series) - NSTM 670, Volumes 1 & 2

C.2.5 Outline of Instruction

5.1

5.2 Four Levels of Protection: A, B, C and D (including limitations and selection criteria) Respiratory Protection Program (including limitations and selection criteria)

C.2.6 Special Requirements

C.2.6.1 Testing: Administration of a comprehensive knowledge test is required. A minimum test score of 70% (on a 100-point scale) is required to graduate from the course and receive a certificate of completion.

C.2.6.2 The contractor is responsible for providing a student guide/manual at the beginning of the course for the student to use and keep. A course syllabus is required to be in each student guide/manual which outlines the topics to be covered, on which days, and the approximate amount of time to be spent on each topic. Also, the student guide/manual will contain copies of computer-generated graphics shown along with note-taking space. The order of the material in the student manual shall follow the order in which the material is presented in class in order to reduce any confusion among the students by having them skip around through the manual searching for the proper pages. Other handouts are up to the discretion of the contractor, but shall be included in the student guide/manual. In addition, the contractor is responsible for providing applicable sections of the following standards to each student for their retention:

· 29 CFR 1910.120 Sections (p) and (q)

· 29 CFR 1910.1200 Sections (a) through (c)

· OPNAVINST M- 5090.1(Series), Chapters 3 and 39

· OPNAVINST 5100.23(Series), Chapter 7 and Appendix 7-A

Also to be included in the student guide/manual are to be a random sampling of pages from the references listed below in paragraph C.2.6.5 as well as applicable Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS’s) in order that the students can participate in the reference usage workshop.

C.2.6.3 The contractor is responsible for providing course administrative materials as specified in paragraph C.2.4.1 The contractor is responsible to print copies in sufficient quantities for each class convening and each student. One (1) copy of the NAVSAFENVTRACEN Attendance Sheet per class convening, one (1) copy of the Student Data Record per student per class convening (if necessary), one (1) copy of the Nameplate per student per class convening, one (1) copy of the Course Critique Sheet per student per class convening, one (1) copy of the Fax Cover Sheet, Student Drop/Failure Record in sufficient quantities for those students who may fail or drop the course and one (1) copy of a Course Completion Certificate per student per class convening.

C.2.6.4 Shipping of all class material, including course administrative material specified in paragraph C.2.4.1, to each location is the responsibility of the contractor. Unit price shall include any shipping charges.

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