Hazardous Materials
The Hazardous Materials Division, under the Cal OES Fire and Rescue Branch, coordinates the statewide implementation of hazardous materials accident prevention and emergency response programs for all types of hazardous materials incidents and threats. In response to any hazardous material emergency, the Division staff is called upon to provide state and local emergency managers with emergency coordination and technical assistance.
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Team Typing Information
Identify and categorize performance capabilities of hazardous materials teams
Spill Release Reporting
Collecting hazardous materials spill information statewide
Regional Hazardous Materials Response (RHMR) Program
Increase local hazardous materials response in strategically located areas and manages reimbursements for Cal OES sponsored hazmat teams
State Emergency Response Commission
Coordinating local emergency planning and community right to know
HazMat Emergency Preparedness Grant
Increase effectiveness in safely and efficiently handling hazardous materials accidents and incidents