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TERRORISM: RADIOLOGICAL WEAPONS
VIDEO ON VHS, DVD OR PAL VIDEO
by Emergency Film Group

Training and information for emergency personnel who may respond to incidents
involving dirty bombs and other radiological weapons.
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ABOUT RADIOLOGICAL TERRORISM

Acts of terrorism are on the rise and emergency response agencies must protect
their communities. Terrorist incidents are categorized by the weapon used and
traditionally weapons of mass destruction fall into four categories: explosive &
incendiary, chemical, biological and radiological. Although all types of terrorist
events can be deadly, radiological incidents are of particular concern because of
the effects of exposure, which may be immediate or latent, can lead to cataracts,
cancer, genetic alteration and shortened lifespans.

Possible scenarios involving radiological weapons range from attack by nuclear
warheads left over from the Cold War, to attacks on nuclear power plants, to attack
by improvised nuclear devices which could be constructed from stolen radiological
materials. An attack with a radiological dispersion device – also called a “dirty
bomb” - is considered the most credible threat, and while casualties might be
limited, the greatest problem could be the widespread panic caused by such an
attack.

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

“Terrorism: Radiological Weapons” examines the many issues emergency
responders will face when preparing for or responding to terrorist incidents involving
radiological weapons. The program discusses the nature of radioactivity as well as
associated health hazards for high and low levels of exposure, including both
immediate and long-term symptoms. Exposure limits for emergency response
activities and survival are explained.

The viewer learns how emergency responders use radiation alert devices to monitor
radiation, such as radiological survey instruments, contamination survey
instruments, dosimeters, and pager sized electronic radiation detectors. Also
discussed are proper techniques for surveying and decontaminating civilians.
Safety measures outlined for emergency responders include appropriate use of
protective clothing and equipment; proper search and rescue procedures; hazard &
risk analysis; and using time, distance & shielding for protection.

Other topics covered include routes of exposure, determining the size of control
zones, limiting the spread of contamination, size-up issues, avoiding public panic,
managing victims, triage, and managing waste.

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ABOUT THE SERIES

Comprehensive WMD Training for Emergency Responders: Chemical ... Biological
... Explosive & Incendiary … Radiological. The following nine titles help to prepare
emergency responders on many aspects of a terrorism response. Titles are
available separate or at a money-saving discount for the package. Included:
Terrorism: 1st Response, Terrorism: Explosive & Incendiary Weapons, Terrorism:
Biological Weapons, Terrorism: Chemical Weapons, Terrorism: Radiological
Weapons, Terrorism: Medical Response, Terrorism: Roll Call Edition, Detecting
Weapons of Mass Destruction, and Response to Anthrax Threats.

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ABOUT THE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

Emergency Film Group programs are created with the assistance of leaders in
emergency response training. Technical committee members for “Terrorism:
Radiological Weapons” include the following authorities:

Phil Currance, Deputy Commander, US Public Health Service (Dept of Homeland
Security - Central US NMRT);

Capt. Bill Hand, Houston Fire Dept.

Howard Dickson , Environmental Safety & Health Division Manage, EG&G Nevada
Test Site;

Chris Hawley, FBN Training

James W. Malinoski ,Captain, MSC, U.S. Navy (Ret); Radiological Health
Physicist

Lt. Cdr. Tom Rancich, Off-Shore Consulting; US Navy Seal.

Dr. Paul Rega, M.D. FACEP, University of Findlay Center for Terrorism
Preparedness.

Cheryl E. Weaver , RT, EMT-P, HMT, radiological technician, paramedic and
hazmat technician with Docimo & Associates.

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2004, Video, 29 minutes plus 55-page Leader’s Guide.
Order #DR609-VHS, DR609-DVD or DR609-PAL.
SPECIAL ORDER ITEM.
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