However, it is still a hazardous materials response at the local level. If emergency responders are prepared to deal with releases of hazardous materials, they can also deal effectively with chemical and biological agents. What will be required is additional planning, procedures, equipment, and training. Every person in this country who responds to emergencies, whether he or she is a fire, EMS, police, or other emergency professional, should be aware of the basic tools needed to recognize and safely respond to acts of terrorism. This book is written to provide concise information for emergency responders who might be called upon to confront explosive, chemical, nuclear, biological, or incendiary acts of terrorism.
Specific procedures are necessary to properly respond to acts of terrorism.
He has also completed graduate work in Public Administration at the University of Baltimore. He is also a graduate of numerous classes at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Mr. Burke is currently the Fire Marshal for the University of Maryland Baltimore Campus. He is also a hazardous materials instructor for the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute. Mr. Burke is a contributing editor for Firehouse magazine and has had numerous articles published in Firehouse, Fire Chief, and Fire Engineering magazines.