Which is a responsibility of personnel trained to the Awareness level?

Personnel trained to the Awareness level are primarily responsible for recognizing hazardous materials and understanding the basic principles of hazard identification, emergency response protocols, and the need for specialized assistance. Calling for appropriate assistance is critical because Awareness-level responders do not have the training or authority to engage directly with hazardous materials or perform technical rescues. Instead, they are equipped to assess a situation, identify hazards, and ensure that trained and equipped responders are brought to the scene. This role is essential in controlling the incident environment and facilitating a safe response by more specialized personnel.

The other responsibilities, such as establishing a decontamination corridor or using specialized tools and techniques like diking and damming, fall under the purview of higher-level trained responders, such as Operations or Technician level personnel who have the skills and authority to take direct action in hazardous materials incidents.