What guideline details the actions for leaving heavily contaminated equipment in the Hot Zone?

The appropriate guideline that details the actions for leaving heavily contaminated equipment in the Hot Zone is the Hazardous Materials Incident GL II-15. This document specifically provides instructions for managing hazardous materials incidents, including protocols for dealing with contaminated equipment. Its focus is on ensuring the safety of personnel and the environment by establishing clear procedures for identifying, handling, and potentially leaving contaminated equipment in designated areas.

The other options, while related to hazardous materials, do not specifically address the protocol for leaving heavily contaminated equipment in the Hot Zone. The Hazardous Materials Protocol Guide may provide overall guidance on hazardous materials response but lacks the detailed instructions found in GL II-15. The Decontamination Standards Manual focuses on the processes and standards for decontaminating personnel and equipment, which is different from managing contaminated items in the Hot Zone. Similarly, the Contamination Response Guidelines may cover broader decontamination and response measures but does not specifically target the actions relevant to heavy contamination situations.