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Zusatztext ". . . easy to read with clearly defined sections and sub-headings . . . an extremely useful book and source of reference, especially for practitioners and instructors." – Alan King, CBRN(E) Coordinator, Metropolitan Police Service, in CBRNe World, Winter 2008 Informationen zum Autor John R. Cashman Klappentext The first edition of Emergency Response Handbook for Chemical and Biological Agents and Weapons! published before the September 11 terrorist attacks! provided a comprehensive training manual for emergency responders who handle incidents involving nuclear! biological! and chemical materials. The second edition has been completed revised and updated to reflect the post-9/11 world! featuring greater in-depth coverage of actual response techniques! practical advice for dealing with chemical and biological agents and weapons! on the field guidance for first response personnel! and a review what the nation's military forces have accomplished so far and what they hope to complete in the future. Zusammenfassung Features coverage of actual response techniques, practical advice for dealing with chemical and biological agents and weapons, and on the field guidance for first response personnel. Inhaltsverzeichnis January 6, 2005: A Gas Attack on Home Ground. The Massacre at Columbine High School. Guide to Chemical/Biological Agent Response. Introduction to Biological Agents and Toxins. Guides for Emergency Response: Biological Agent or Weapons. Guides for Emergency Response: Chemical Agents and Weapons. Glossary. Appendices. Bibliography. Index.
