Handbook of Chemical Warfare and Terrorism

The increased threat of chemical terrorism and warfare makes a quick, comprehensive guide more vital than ever. Forensic chemist Steven L. Hoenig has compiled information from diverse sources to produce this ready reference with details on various chemicals, including identification tips, symptoms and treatment procedures, protective gear necessary to counter each threat, and a step-by-step description of decontamination procedures.

A brief overview of the history of chemicals used in warfare is followed by a discussion of the different categories of chemical threats. First responders to a chemical event will find the wealth of information invaluable, as cities and civic organizations are called upon to develop readiness plans for dealing with terrorist attacks. This guide includes clear diagrams and explanations, and has been compiled with both the layman and professional in mind, making it a useful addition to any military, medical, or home library.

List of contents

Preface
Introduction
Chemical Agents
Delivery Systems
Protection and Decontamination
Detection/Decontamination/Protection Equipment
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Index

About the author

Steven L. Hoenig

Product details

• Authors: Steven Hoenig
• Publisher: Bloomsbury
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.12.2002
• EAN: 9780313324079
• ISBN: 978-0-313-32407-9
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; POLITICAL SCIENCE / Terrorism, HISTORY / Military / Biological & Chemical Warfare, Terrorism, armed struggle, Chemical & biological weapons, Chemical and biological weapons, Security Studies: Terrorism