| Author(s): |
Alim A. Fatah; Richard D. Arcilesi; Tesema Chekol; Charlotte H. Lattin; Eric Schaffer; |
| Title: |
Guide for the Selection of Biological Agent Detection Equipment for Emergency First Responders, Guide 101-04, Vol. I & II |
| Published: |
March 01, 2005 |
| Abstract: |
In recognizing the needs of state and local emergency first responders, the Office of Law Enforcement Standards (OLES) at NIST is developing chemical and biological defense equipment guides, through funding provided by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This guide focuses on specifically assisting the emergency first responder communication in the understanding of biological agent detection equipment. |
| Citation: |
Deparment of Homeland Security |
| Keywords: |
biological agents, detection, domestic preparedness, emergency first responders, protective equipment, toxins |
| Research Areas: |
Public Safety/Security |
