In which scenario is contamination monitoring performed by SSLs?

Contamination monitoring performed by Site Safety Leaders (SSLs) occurs after Technical Decontamination to ensure that all contaminated materials have been appropriately removed from personnel and equipment. This step is crucial to confirm that responders are no longer carrying hazardous substances with them and to protect both the responders and the environment from any further exposure or contamination.

After Technical Decontamination, SSLs conduct monitoring to assess the success of the decontamination process and to identify any residual contaminants. This helps to verify that the area and individuals are safe for re-entry into clean zones and ensures compliance with safety protocols.

In other scenarios, such as during the initial response or before entering a hazardous area, different procedures are typically followed, focusing on establishing safety measures and securing the scene rather than monitoring for contamination post-decontamination. Monitoring in those contexts may occur, but it is more related to assessing risks rather than confirming the effectiveness of decontamination efforts.