Who is defined as a First Responder at the "Awareness" level?

A First Responder at the "Awareness" level is defined as an individual who has received training to recognize the presence of hazardous materials and to initiate the appropriate response. This includes notifying authorities or emergency services when they suspect that a hazardous situation exists. The Awareness level does not involve active management or containment of hazardous materials; rather, it focuses on recognizing the potential threat and initiating the response process. Those at this level are not expected to have advanced hazmat skills or the capability to actively manage or contain spills; instead, their primary role is to ensure that the right professionals are alerted to handle the situation appropriately.