Copyright: 2003
Author: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Charles Stewart, Robert Nixon
Media Type: Spiral/paperback 92 Pages

On September 11, 2001, the world was rudely awakened by terrorist attacks. Since then, authorities have reported the possibility of subsequent attacks using biological and chemical agents. Terrorism has become a high priority to emergency management and response professionals and, although biological and chemical warfare is not new in history, it is relatively new to police, fire, security, and EMS personnel.

Emergency services personnel, HazMat, and security professionals who may be called to the scene of an incident involving biological or chemical agents needs to have a quick, ready-reference guide. This guide provides quick access to critical life-saving information.