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Terrorism: Radiological Weapons
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- DVD (VHS avail.)
Training and information for emergency personnel who may respond to incidents involving dirty bombs and other radiological weapons.
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Acts of terrorism are on the rise and emergency response agencies are seeking to protect their communities. Terrorist incidents are usually categorized by the weapon used. Traditionally, weapons of mass destruction fall into four categories: explosive & incendiary, chemical, biological and radiological. Although all types of terrorist events are fearsome, radiological incidents are of particular concern because the effects of contamination, which may be immediate or latent, can lead to cataracts, cancer, shortened lifespans and genetic alteration. Possible scenarios involving radiological weapons range from attack by nuclear warheads left over from the Cold War, to attacks on nuclear power plants, to attack by improvised nuclear devices - INDs - which could be constructed from stolen radiological materials. An attack with a dirty bomb is considered the most credible threat - and while casualties might be limited, the greatest problem could be the psychological effects caused by such an attack.
“Terrorism: Radiological Weapons” examines the many issues emergency responders face when preparing for or responding to terrorist incidents involving radiation. The program discusses the nature of radioactivity as well as associated health hazards for high and low levels of exposure, including both immediate and long-term symptoms. Exposure limits for emergency response activities and survival are explained. The program describes ways terrorists may use radioactive materials to create weapons. The viewer learns how emergency responders use radiation alert devices to monitor radiation, such as radiological survey instruments, contamination survey instruments, dosimeters, and pager sized electronic radiation detectors. Safety measures outlined for emergency responders include appropriate use of protective clothing and equipment; proper search and rescue procedures; hazard & risk analysis; and using time, distance & shielding for protection. Other topics covered include routes of exposure, determining the size of control zones, limiting the spread of contamination, size-up issues, managing victims, triage, decontamination, and managing waste. A Leader’s Guide is included which outlines a complete training seminar, including pre- and post-seminar tests, ideas for classroom and field activities, a copy of the script for reference, and additional information that will be of interest to participants.
“Terrorism: Radiological Weapons” is part of the Terrorism Response series. This series is designed for firefighters, hazmat teams, bomb squads, police, EMTs, and other local emergency personnel who are likely to be at the scene of a terrorist event before federal response agencies arrive. Titles in the series include "Terrorism: 1st Response," "Terrorism: Biological Weapons," "Terrorism: Chemical Weapons,” “Terrorism: Explosive & Incendiary Weapons,” “Terrorism: Radiological Weapons,” “Terrorism: Roll Call Edition,” "Terrorism: Medical Response," “Detecting Weapons of Mass Destruction,” “Mass Decon” and "Response to Anthrax Threats."
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