How does ATSDR/OTA support tribal emergency preparedness?
OTA, in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, is evaluating (1) tribal emergency response capabilities related to chemical, biological, and radiological emergencies and (2) tribal knowledge of deregulated commercial and medical radioactive material, and the potential of it being illegally deposited on tribal land. Surveying tribes on these topics is helping ATSDR and EPA to assess the present level of tribal emergency response infra-structure, knowledge, training, and equipment. This will lead to the development of criteria for improvement, enhancement, or development of an integrated tribal emergency response program. OTA also integrates emergency preparedness topics into its tribal training programs.
