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Guidelines for Mass Casualty Decontamination During a HAZMAT/Weapon of Mass Destruction Incident, Volumes I and II

  • 2013
  • William Lake; Peter Schulze; Robert Gougelet; Stephen Divarco

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    These guidelines provide steps for handling mass casualty decontamination during hazardous material or weapon of mass destruction incidents. It describes how to quickly and safely clean people exposed to dangerous substances. The document explains the importance of protecting both victims and responders, using proper equipment, and setting up decontamination zones. It also covers communication strategies to keep everyone informed during an emergency. These guidelines help ensure that everyone knows what to do in a crisis, reducing harm and saving lives by following clear procedures for dealing with such serious situations. primarily focus on chemical, biological, and radiological (CBR) agents, but can be applied to Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs), Toxic Industrial Materials (TIMs), and toxins (collectively referred to in this document as HAZMAT/WMD).

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