What is a calibration test or “Bump” test, and how often should you perform the test?

HAZMAT

Answer the following questions

1- In brief, explain the differences between a 4 (Four) gas meter, PID, FID, and a Radiation meter.

2- What is a calibration test or “Bump” test, and how often should you perform the test?

3- What are “correction factors”? Explain why is important for you to know this information.

4- Out of all gases in a gas detector, which is the most important and why? Explain in details why that certain gas being High or Low, can determine your response strategy.

5- Mention a few of the resources available to the hazardous materials technician. Which one do you think is best and why. Explain details to back up your answer.