This poses a great challenge for monitoring technology and the established capabilities of the team. However, limitations of equipment and analytical techniques may limit the generation of rapid or precise information when dealing with low concentrations or unknown chemicals during emergencies. The team has instrumentation to monitor volatile organic compounds. Acids and amines are tested for with less reliable methods such as colorimetric tubes and chemical reagent kits. As the situation requires, air sampling to characterize hazardous or toxic compounds may be initiated using a method appropriate for the situation.
Computer modeling is likely to be used to supplement analytical data.
A copy will be maintained in the Division of Air Quality files. Emergency Management will use computer software to facilitate pager activation. The Toxics Protection Branch also uses an alphanumeric paging system that employs a toll -free number, which activates all emergency pagers in the Toxics Protection Branch. The dispatcher will then ask the caller for the message. Emergency Management will use software to contact Mike Chapman and Lori Cherry.