Radiological Emergency Planning: Terrorism, Security, and Communication

Radiological Emergency Planning: Terrorism, Security, and Communication brings together leaders in radiation protection and emergency management to provide you with skills and strategies to effectively plan for radiological emergencies. As a participant, you will learn to prepare for, respond to, and mitigate the effects of radiological emergencies at the federal, state, local, or individual facility level. This program is unique in bringing together stakeholders from across agencies, functions, and backgrounds for an intensive look at effective planning for emergencies involving radioactive materials.

Participants will hear the latest updates from federal and state agencies about:

• Emergency preparedness for terrorist activities
• Lessons learned about how best to communicate with the media and public
• Terrorist incidents involving radioactive materials
• The new US federal framework for Homeland Security
• Updates on emergency preparedness issues for nuclear utilities
• This course is designed for anyone involved in emergency planning, response, or recovery in the public, private, or nonprofit sectors.