21st Century FEMA Radiological Emergency Management Independent Study Course (IS-3), Radiation, Radioactivity, Nuclear Power Plant Accidents, Detonation, Biological Effects, Protective Actions

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Physics, General Physics, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science
Cover of the book 21st Century FEMA Radiological Emergency Management Independent Study Course (IS-3), Radiation, Radioactivity, Nuclear Power Plant Accidents, Detonation, Biological Effects, Protective Actions by Progressive Management, Progressive Management
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Progressive Management ISBN: 9781458078261
Publisher: Progressive Management Publication: March 14, 2011
Imprint: Smashwords Edition Language: English
Author: Progressive Management
ISBN: 9781458078261
Publisher: Progressive Management
Publication: March 14, 2011
Imprint: Smashwords Edition
Language: English

This vital Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) independent training course manual from the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) provides authoritative, official information about radiological emergency management. Contents include: Fundamental Concepts * Radioactivity * Biological Effects of Radiation * Exposure Control Techniques * Emergency Management and the Radiological Protection System * Radiological Transportation Accidents * Packaging * Information Sources * On-scene Accident Response * Nuclear Power Plant Accidents * Operating Principles of Nuclear Power Plants * Power Plant Accidents * Offsite Protective Actions * Nuclear Threat * Nuclear Detonation * Protective Measures * Exposure Rate Determination * Other Radiological Hazards * Other Radiation Sources * Natural Sources * Man-made Sources * Glossary. This is one of the series of influential FEMA documents providing crucial material on disasters and emergency response.

In a radiological emergency, effects caused by radiation may be a significant concern. Throughout this course, the term radiation refers to ionizing or nuclear radiation. Radiological emergency management is a term that describes efforts to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from an event that could result in significant radiation-related effects. Efforts to prevent radiological emergencies include actions to stop such events from happening and actions that decrease the harmful effects of such an occurrence. Efforts to prepare for a radiological emergency include learning the warning signs and knowing what to do during an emergency. Responding to a radiological emergency means taking appropriate actions to protect yourself and others from harm. Recovering from a radiological emergency includes actions performed after an emergency to return to normal. Ionizing radiation cannot normally be seen by the human eye, nor can it be smelled, heard, or otherwise detected by our normal senses. Radiation can only be detected by radiation detection instruments. This characteristic makes radiological emergencies different from other types of emergencies such as floods, hurricanes or explosions. To prepare effectively for radiological emergencies, it is necessary to understand what radiation is, what types of events can cause a radiological emergency, and what harmful effects could result from such an event. This course is designed to familiarize you with: Types of radiological emergencies. Potential effects of radiological emergencies on the public. Fundamental concepts related to how you can best ensure the safety of yourself and others during a radiological emergency.

This is a privately authored news service and educational publication of Progressive Management. Our publications synthesize official government information with original material - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work to uniformly present authoritative knowledge that can be rapidly read, reviewed or searched. Vast archives of important data that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This e-book format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference book that is as convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from renowned experts you trust. For over a quarter of a century, our news, educational, technical, scientific, and medical publications have made unique and valuable references accessible to all people. Our e-books put knowledge at your fingertips, and an expert in your pocket!

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This vital Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) independent training course manual from the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) provides authoritative, official information about radiological emergency management. Contents include: Fundamental Concepts * Radioactivity * Biological Effects of Radiation * Exposure Control Techniques * Emergency Management and the Radiological Protection System * Radiological Transportation Accidents * Packaging * Information Sources * On-scene Accident Response * Nuclear Power Plant Accidents * Operating Principles of Nuclear Power Plants * Power Plant Accidents * Offsite Protective Actions * Nuclear Threat * Nuclear Detonation * Protective Measures * Exposure Rate Determination * Other Radiological Hazards * Other Radiation Sources * Natural Sources * Man-made Sources * Glossary. This is one of the series of influential FEMA documents providing crucial material on disasters and emergency response.

In a radiological emergency, effects caused by radiation may be a significant concern. Throughout this course, the term radiation refers to ionizing or nuclear radiation. Radiological emergency management is a term that describes efforts to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from an event that could result in significant radiation-related effects. Efforts to prevent radiological emergencies include actions to stop such events from happening and actions that decrease the harmful effects of such an occurrence. Efforts to prepare for a radiological emergency include learning the warning signs and knowing what to do during an emergency. Responding to a radiological emergency means taking appropriate actions to protect yourself and others from harm. Recovering from a radiological emergency includes actions performed after an emergency to return to normal. Ionizing radiation cannot normally be seen by the human eye, nor can it be smelled, heard, or otherwise detected by our normal senses. Radiation can only be detected by radiation detection instruments. This characteristic makes radiological emergencies different from other types of emergencies such as floods, hurricanes or explosions. To prepare effectively for radiological emergencies, it is necessary to understand what radiation is, what types of events can cause a radiological emergency, and what harmful effects could result from such an event. This course is designed to familiarize you with: Types of radiological emergencies. Potential effects of radiological emergencies on the public. Fundamental concepts related to how you can best ensure the safety of yourself and others during a radiological emergency.

This is a privately authored news service and educational publication of Progressive Management. Our publications synthesize official government information with original material - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work to uniformly present authoritative knowledge that can be rapidly read, reviewed or searched. Vast archives of important data that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This e-book format makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference book that is as convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from renowned experts you trust. For over a quarter of a century, our news, educational, technical, scientific, and medical publications have made unique and valuable references accessible to all people. Our e-books put knowledge at your fingertips, and an expert in your pocket!

More books from Progressive Management

Cover of the book Malaysia in Perspective: Orientation Guide and Malay Cultural Orientation: Anwar Ibrahim, History Timeline, Politics and Government, Economy, Society, Security, Religion, Traditions by Progressive Management
Cover of the book A History of the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) - Edgar Gorrell, World War II, Pan Am and British, Airlines, MATS, MAC, Military and Emergency Airlift, Cargo, Management, Enhancement, Desert Shield by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Qatar: Federal Research Study with Comprehensive Information, History, and Analysis - Politics, Economy, Military by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Space Shuttle Columbia STS-107 Tragedy: Columbia Accident Investigation Board (CAIB) Transcripts of Board Public Hearings, In-Flight Rescue Options, Crew Survivability by Progressive Management
Cover of the book The 31 Initiatives: A Study in Air Force - Army Cooperation - Air Defense, Rear Area Operations, Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses, Special Forces, Joint Munitions Development, Combat Techniques by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Ukraine in Perspective: Orientation Guide and Cultural Orientation: Geography, History, Economy, Society, Security, Religion, Traditions, Urban and Rural Life, Crimea, Ethnic Groups, Military by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Innovation in Flight: Research of the NASA Langley Research Center on Revolutionary Advanced Concepts for Aeronautics - SST, Supersonic Civil Aircraft, Blended Wing Body, Laminar Flow, Vortex Flap by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Confronting Security Challenges on the Korean Peninsula: North Korea Military Threat, Human Rights Abuses, ROK-U.S. Military Alliance, Kim Regime, A.Q. Khan, Sinking of the Cheonan by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Biplanes and Bombsights: British Bombing in World War I - Sopwith Strutter, Zeppelin, Dehavilland, Handley Page, General Hugh Trenchard, Lord Rothermere by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Communicating Airpower: Strategic Communication and the United States Air Force Since 9/11, Comparison to Navy Public Affairs, Iraq and Afghanistan, Foreign and Domestic Audiences, Tanker Scandal by Progressive Management
Cover of the book 21st Century Peacekeeping and Stability Operations Institute (PKSOI) Papers - Security Sector Reform in Timor-Leste: Missed Opportunities and Hard Lessons in Empowering the Host-Nation by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Commander's Guide to Support Operations Among Weaponized Displaced Persons, Refugees, and Evacuees, Purposeful Introduction of Biologically Infected Persons or CBRNE Casualties, WMD Threat at Camps by Progressive Management
Cover of the book Niger in Perspective: Orientation Guide: Geography, History, Economy, Security, Tuareg, Talak, Sahel, Tenere, Niamey, Zinder, Maradi, Agadez, Tahoua, Arlit, Kanem-Bornu, Songhai, Coup, Djerma, Sonrai by Progressive Management
Cover of the book 21st Century FEMA Study Course: The Professional in Emergency Management (IS-513) - FEMA Organization and History, Disaster Assistance, Mitigation, Exercises, USFA by Progressive Management
Cover of the book 2015 U.S. Air Force Future Plans: Nuclear Global Strike Command Strategic Master Plan, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) 2023 Strategic Vision, Global Horizons, Cyber Command Vision by Progressive Management
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy