At a hazmat incident, which statement about PPE guidance is correct?

• A. PPE guidance for defensive operations is found in the ERG
• B. PPE guidance is not influenced by the ERG
• C. PPE decisions are made by the manufacturer
• D. PPE guidance is universal and does not require reference

Answer: (A)

Defensive actions are about protecting responders while keeping a safe distance from the hazard and containing the incident. The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) is the standard quick-reference tool that provides PPE guidance specifically for those defensive operations. It helps responders determine the appropriate protective equipment based on the product involved and the chosen defensive actions, so you can establish a safe control zone, isolate the area, and protect people and the environment without directly engaging the release. PPE decisions aren’t dictated by manufacturers or treated as universal; they rely on the ERG and on site information such as product identifiers and scene conditions. That makes the statement about PPE guidance for defensive operations being found in the ERG the correct one.