Key Planning Factors for Recovery from a Radiological Terrorism Incident

Abstract

This technical report is scientifically based technical guidance to provide FEMA with a summary of key response planning factors to consider when responding to a radiological incident caused by a radiological dispersal device (RDD). Guided by the National Disaster Recovery Framework and the National Preparedness Goals, this document identifies key technical planning areas that may be used to inform subsequent FEMA response and recovery guidance documents. The document employs a scenario narrative focus to describe an example event and provides analysis and recommendations. The overall objective is to provide input to Federal, state, and local planners and decision makers regarding critical areas where planning can significantly improve disaster recovery.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 2012
Accession Number
ADA571793

Entities

People

  • Annmarie R. Wood-zika
  • Brooke R. Buddemeier
  • Joshua E. Valentine
  • Robert P. Fischer

Organizations

  • Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accidents
  • Commerce
  • Department Of Homeland Security
  • Disasters
  • Emergency Response
  • Environmental Protection
  • Gamma Rays
  • Health Services
  • Hygiene
  • Medical Personnel
  • Public Health
  • Radiological Weapons
  • Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • United States
  • United States Government
  • Urban Areas
  • Waste Management

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Systems Analysis and Design