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OverviewThe increased threat of chemical terrorism and warfare makes a quick, comprehensive guide more vital than ever. Forensic chemist Steven L. Hoenig has compiled information from diverse sources to produce this ready reference with details on various chemicals, including identification tips, symptoms and treatment procedures, protective gear necessary to counter each threat, and a step-by-step description of decontamination procedures. A brief overview of the history of chemicals used in warfare is followed by a discussion of the different categories of chemical threats. First responders to a chemical event will find the wealth of information invaluable, as cities and civic organizations are called upon to develop readiness plans for dealing with terrorist attacks. This guide includes clear diagrams and explanations, and has been compiled with both the layman and professional in mind, making it a useful addition to any military, medical, or home library. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Steven L. HoenigPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint: Greenwood Press Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.20cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.449kg ISBN: 9780313324079ISBN 10: 0313324077 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 30 December 2002 Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Chemical Agents Delivery Systems Protection and Decontamination Detection/Decontamination/Protection Equipment Abbreviations and Acronyms IndexReviews?General readers; lower-division undergraduates through faculty; two-year technical program students.?-Choice General readers; lower-division undergraduates through faculty; two-year technical program students. -Choice ?General readers; lower-division undergraduates through faculty; two-year technical program students.?-Choice Author InformationSTEVEN L. HOENIG is a forensic chemist./eEducated at the Polytechnic Institute of New York and at Long Island University, he served in the New York Army National Guard as a Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Specialist with the 42nd Chemical Company, and as a NBC Reconnaissance Sergeant with the 102nd Engineer Battalion. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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