Nuclear fear : the Godzilla of all fears -- Terrorism and nuclear fire -- Radiation and radioactivity concepts -- Nuclear countermeasures and nuclear security -- Nuclear events and incidents -- Radiological incidents management and planning -- Role of the first responder -- Action plans -- Medical treatment of radiological injuries -- Cleanup and decontamination after a radiological event
Summary
"Radiation Safety: Protection and Management for Homeland Security and Emergency Response provides a comprehensive safety guide on radiation protection. With a focus on homeland security but with advice applicable to a wide range of incidents (industrial and medical accidents, releases from fixed nuclear sources, and others), this up-to-date reference provides a detailed understanding of how to prevent and respond to a radiological event caused by accident or terrorism."--Jacket