1. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 1 MODULE 2 UNIT 1 Training at the Awareness Level Review

2. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 2 Unit 1 Learning Objective Each student will demonstrate a working knowledge of the awareness training materials as related to use of weapons of mass destruction

3. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 3 Student Performance Objectives (cont.) Describe Potential Locations of terrorist acts and identify possible targets. Describe how recognition is one of the most important aspects of a response to and incident. Describe why WMD incidents require a safer response as compared to routine fire responses. Describe what EMS personnel should be watchful for at the incident.

4. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 4 Student Performance Objectives (cont.) Describe the types of clues for threat recognition. Describe the scene warning signs of WMD use. Describe what responders should be watchful for as secondary hazards during a response.

5. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 5 Student Performance Objectives (cont.) Describe your role and how to implement a disaster plan and the advantages of such a plan. Describe who will and how to collect intelligence at the scene of a WMD incident. Describe the four types of plans for response.

6. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 6 The Standard “Students must have completed adequate and proper training at the awareness level for events involving hazardous materials, and for WMD and other specialized training.”

7. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 7 Potential Targets Whether you are in a densely populated metropolis or a quiet rural setting, there are potential targets for terrorism. The targets may differ but the intent is the same no matter where you are.

8. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 8 Who are the Targets You are

9. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 9 Recognition Recognition is the single most important thing you can do as a responder to a potential WMD event. Special responses  Special Fire responses  Special EMS responses

10. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 10 Clues for Recognition Occupancy/Location Type of Event Timing of Event On Scene Warning Signs

11. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 11 Identification Secondary devices Always be alert to the possibility that the hazard has been set on purpose. Responders should always be vigilant of secondary devices.

12. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 12 Terms Review CBRNE TRACEM-P Preplans ERP Hazard and Risk Analysis Signs and Symptoms Bio, Chem, Rad Treatment Emergency Decon

13. Planning for Response

14. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 14 Planning for Response (cont.) Generic Plans Site-Specific Risk-Specific Function-Specific Public works WMD response

15. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 15 Collection of Intelligence Responders should keep their attention focused during all responses.

16. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 16 Vulnerability Assessment Public Works Direct Threats and Collateral Damage Potential impact and consequences on public works facilities

17. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 17 Joint training exercises

18. WMD Operations Unit 1 slide 18 Unit 1 Review Quiz