PAST WEBINARS ON EMERGING THREATS
Novichoks in the News
Novichoks are Fourth Generation Agents (FGAs) in the chemical warfare category which were specifically designed under the Russian Foliant program in the 1970s and 1980s to circumvent NATO countermeasures including detection, protection, and decontamination. Although new, these agents have been used with varying degrees of success in recent years. Attacks include the attempted assassination of Russian counter-agent Sergei Skripal in Salisbury, UK, and more recently Alexei Navalky in Russia.
Understanding and Responding To Biological Threats
Sponsored by HDIAC (Registration Required). In recent years, terrorist propaganda campaigns have published materials that extol the merits of attacking the United States and its allies through the use of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high yield explosive weapons. Further, numerous terrorist groups have attempted to develop CBRN weapons and some have employed them through a variety of means. In order to address the operational implications of such events, it is important to be aware of common threat methodologies, be familiar with potential target locations, and understand the ramifications of such attacks. This webinar will focus primarily on the biological threat, as a biological attack against people could be used to cause illness, death, fear, societal disruption, and economic damage; likewise, an attack on agricultural plants and animals could result in economic damage, loss of confidence in the food supply, and possible loss of life. This webinar will provide a “snapshot” of this continuously evolving attack vector and give an overview and assessment of the threat posed by biothreat agents.
Recon to Decon: A ToolBox Approach to Hazmat Response
Join us for a panel discussion as we explore the capabilities and limitations of various detection and identification tools and how they are best used together. Like a construction project, various carpentry tools are needed to complete the bigger job. In Hazmat response, various meters are needed from initial reconnaissance to decontamination verification. Risk-based response requires hazard assessment from all angles so you can do your job effectively and safely. High pressure mass spectrometry (HPMS) detects trace high-hazard airborne contaminants at parts per billion (ppb) levels and surface contamination / impure solid hazards at low nanogram (ng) levels. When combined with multi-gas meters during recon, FTIR and Raman during sample identification, and during decon procedures to verify mitigation, HPMS plays a key role in the detection toolbox.
By attending this webinar, you will learn from scientific and response experts:
Which combination of tools gives the most information during a response
Tips and tricks for sampling for all stages of the response
Which tools are best suited for Fentanyl analog detection and identification.
The Mick Donato Show
Interview with Mick Donato regarding Fourth Generation Agents, the Corona Virus, and more!
Emerging Threats - FGAs & PBAs - with 908 Devices
Industry experts discuss the realities and operational concerns facing emergency responders around emerging threats including Fourth Generation Agents (FGAs) and Pharmaceutical Based Agents (PBAs).
Emergency Response to Synthetic Opioids
Let's Talk Fentanyl - Part 1
Smart Firefighting Podcast in partnership with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)
Let's Talk Fentanyl - Part 2
Smart Firefighting Podcast in partnership with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)
Let's Talk Fentanyl - Part 3 (Detection)
Smart Firefighting Podcast in partnership with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)
THMG135b - Live at IAFC Hazmat Conference
In this episode, we broadcast live from the 2018 IAFC Baltimore Hazmat Conference. You’ll hear from Dr. Christina Baxter, Dr. Mark Norman, Dave DiGregorio, and Toby Frost on all things fentanyl. This episode is brought to you by 908 Devices.