Chem-Bio Handbook: 3rd Edition (United States)

Essential chem-bio information for all first responders

Training and a flexible emergency response plan is the basis of effective front-line defence against a chemical or biological threat. Jane's Chem-Bio Handbook, now in its third edition, provides the most comprehensive single-source instruction to date for both first-responders and all others who may be involved in a chem-bio incident. This edition includes more in-depth site vulnerability information and is organised to increase overall usability in the field. New content includes mission critical strategic considerations (risk management, co-ordination between local, state and federal agencies, etc.), a breakdown of NIMS (National Incident Management System), and separate coverage of chemical and biological incidents (key differences between the two types of incidents and the required respective responses).

Key contents include:

Pre-incident planning
On-scene procedures for emergency response personnel
Checklists for rapid response
Latest triage and casualty management
Chem-bio agent recognition and delivery systems
Management of casualties
Post-incident recovery, including critical incident stress debriefing
Meteorological conditions
Case studies

From mission critical considerations to separate coverage of chemical and biological incidents, Jane's Chem-Bio Handbook expertly guides you through the compounded difficulties associated with a chem-bio attack. Customise this indispensable guide with your own organisation's details. You can also buy in bulk and make significant savings.
Editorial Team: Ken Alibek MD, Thomas R Dashiell, Adrian Dwyer, Scott Layne MD, William C Patrick III, John Rinard, Donald R Ponikvar and Frederick R Sidell MD

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