How do I request the State HAZMAT Team?
You request the team by calling the HAZMAT Hotline 1-800-641-5005. When answered state,” The Agency you are with and that you are questing the State HAZMAT Team”
If I request the HAZMAT Team does that mean all four Trucks and all the Technicians will respond?
The Crew Chief on duty for the HAZMAT Team will determine with information from the Incident Commander the proper amount and type of resources to send to the incident.
When should I call the HAZMAT Hotline?
Anytime your Department responds to an incident where there is an actual spill or release. This is how all HAZMAT incidents are formally reported to the State.
How do I reach the HAZMAT Chief for non-emergencies?
Call the Chief at 802-585-4468 or email Patrick.Mclaughlin@vermont.gov
What kind of HAZMAT incidents can the HAZMAT Team respond to?
The team is highly trained and equipped to respond to and manage a wide range of HAZMAT incidents, including propane emergencies, unknown substances, toxic industrial chemicals, meth labs, and radiological threats.
How can local emergency response agency's get ERG's?
2024 Emergency Response Guides are available free of charge to any Vermont emergency response agency. Please contact Chief McLaughlin at 802-585-4468 or email Patrick.Mclaughlin@vermont.gov to get your copies.
Does it cost anything to request the HAZMAT Team?
No. The team is fully funded and is available to any fire department at no cost.