Extreme Emergencies: Humanitarian Assistance to Civilian Populations following Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive Incidents: A Sourcebook

by Anthea Sanyasi

Overview

This comprehensive and detailed sourcebook offers humanitarian organizations, for the first time, essential information on how to prepare for the key man-made disasters which they have to face in an ever more dangerous world. The possibility of a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or enhanced explosive (CBRNE) disaster has never been greater. Extreme Emergencies will be an essential tool in helping agencies plan and prepare for the worst case. Researched by staff from the UK medical relief agency Merlin, the book draws together key international expertise and experience. It explains emergency planning, management and safety issues; gives guidance on the range of hazards, their characteristics, clinical effects and required treatment; and offers detailed resource information on equipment, training issues and relevant support organizations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781853396021
Publisher:	Practical Action Publishing
Publication date:	02/28/2005
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Anthea Sanyasi is a researcher in chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive incidents, and a former humanitarian affairs adviser and information specialist with the UK Department for International Development.

Table of Contents

Preface; Acknowledgements; List of figures, boxes and tables; List of acronyms; INTRODUCTION; CBRNE—A new security risk; Past and current events of CBRNE catastrophic incidents; Enhancing awareness and preparedness for CBRNE incidents; Potential role of humanitarian aid organizations; Introduction to the Sourcebook; PART I –MANAGING THE CRISIS: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT: NGO objectives; Key considerations; Key policy issues at headquarter and field levels; Personnel issues–protection of front line staff; Disaster Management Strategy; TACTICAL MANAGEMENT: Field operation vulnerabilities; Hazard vulnerability analysis and risk reduction measures; Threat assessment and risk policy strategy; Horizon scanning, surveillance and advisory mechanisms; Risk management tools; Information coordination mechanisms; FIELD STAFF SAFETY: Incident emergency response; Risk assessment and staff safety; Creation of a safe room; Re-entry; Individual emergency decontamination; OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT: Planning assumptions; Field response procedures; The incident response phase; Incident response procedures; Zones for emergency response operations; Medical assistance and casualty management; Humanitarian relief and assistance; NGO operation management actions; Disaster relief priorities; Humanitarian organization coordination; PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT: Chemical and biological threat; Post attack; Syndromes; Staff care; Mental health interventions; PART II—HAZARDS: CBRNE Hazards; Key Chemical Agents; Key Biological Agents; Radiation And Nuclear Incidents; Explosive Incidents; PART III—RESOURCES: Detection And Monitoring Devices; Personal Protection Equipment; Medical Countermeasures; Medical Protocols For Key Chemical Agents; Decontamination Procedures; Medical Protocols For Key Biological Agents; Civil Nuclear Site Incidents; Training And Capacity Building; Directory Of Organizations And Conventions; Quick Reference Cards; References; Internet references and CBRNE related links; Endnotes; Glossary; Index.

Editorial Reviews

"Drawing upon research from the UK medical relief agency Merlin, Extreme Emergencies is a practical survival manual for chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive disasters, intended especially for humanitarian organizations serving middle and low-income nations, who are most likely to face such deadly man-made threats. From basic tactical management procedures to identification and containment of hazards, appropriate decontamination procedures, quick-reference cards for fast consultation, and an extensive directory of organizations, conventions, websites, and references, Extreme Emergencies is a 'must-have' for its target audience and higly recommended for anyone who needs to know how to best prepare and react in such crises. A straightforward reference and resource that spares no details or small talk but focuses expressly on survival, triage, and what most needs to be done."

Bookwatch

"Drawing upon research from the UK medical relief agency Merlin, Extreme Emergencies is a practical survival manual for chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive disasters, intended especially for humanitarian organizations serving middle and low-income nations, who are most likely to face such deadly man-made threats. From basic tactical management procedures to identification and containment of hazards, appropriate decontamination procedures, quick-reference cards for fast consultation, and an extensive directory of organizations, conventions, websites, and references, Extreme Emergencies is a 'must-have' for its target audience and higly recommended for anyone who needs to know how to best prepare and react in such crises. A straightforward reference and resource that spares no details or small talk but focuses expressly on survival, triage, and what most needs to be done."

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