Is there a way to protect against Chemical, Biological, and Radiological & Nuclear Emergencies?
The Homeland Security web site, www.ready.gov, gives specific guidance for these threats and appropriate precautions. Generally speaking, exposure protection can be accomplished by using the following guidelines Time, Distance & Shielding. Time minimizing the time spent being exposed to an event will reduce risk. Distance obviously, the further you are from the event and fallout, the lower your exposure will be. Shielding protection in place (home, office, and school) acts as a barrier and limits exposure. The removal of clothing and flushing with copious amounts of water is also recommended for the majority of exposures.
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