1) Why is it important to conduct a risk assessment before establishing an emergency response action plan?

2) Identify the primary federal agencies responsible for issuing hazardous material spill and release regulations, and describe each agency's role.

3) Explain the role of the states in the regulation of hazardous material spills and releases under DOT, EPA, and OSHA.

4) We may not be able to control the weather, but we can use weather characteristics to assess risks in hazardous material spills. What are some of the weather characteristics where you live that might create problems during a spill response or cleanup operation?

5) Explain the spill response and cleanup problems associated with water-soluble liquids, water-soluble solids, and water-insoluble liquids. In your discussion, provide an example of each type of material.

6) Discuss how vapor density and vapor pressure contribute to the hazards of a spilled or released hazardous material. Provide examples that illustrate your points.

Your response must be at least 300 words in length each of question.