Emergency Preparedness: Findings from CSB Accident Investigations
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- Category: Emergency Planning Need for Preparedness
CSB Safety Video: Reactive Hazards
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- Category: Emergency Planning Need for Preparedness
Assessment of Chemical Exposures (ACE)
Through ACE, we respond to requests for assistance from state and local health agencies to register persons exposed to large-scale acute chemical incidents and characterize exposure and acute health effects. There is also a rapid needs assessment component to the investigation that provides the local health authorities the data they need to address the needs of the community where the release occurred.
So, why should we investigate after a large scale release?
- Find out what exposure level and health effects to better direct aid to the community
- Find out what additional needs exist
- Learn impact to community and health care system
- Develop a cohort of exposed people that can be followed in time if necessary
- Develop a body of knowledge on the effects of toxic substances and recurring issues during response.
Visit the following link to understand why ACE is an important addition to emergency response and why this agency should be included in community emergency planning.
http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/ntsip/docs/ACEwebinar.pdf
- 14 November 2011
- Category: Emergency Planning Need for Preparedness
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