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This guide to air monitoring in emergency response situations describes each type of device available and suggests operating guidelines and sampling strategies. After an introduction to air monitoring, each chapter concentrates on a particular type of detection device, including oxygen level determination, flammable gas detection, toxic gas sensors, ionizing detection units, and radiation detection. The book highlights methods for detecting biological, nuclear, and chemical materials used in terrorist attacks. Vignettes drawn from Hawley's (Baltimore County Fire Department) own experiences give insights into the real-world applications of these devices. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) More Reviews and Recommendations Chris Hawley is a Deputy Program Manager for Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) and is responsible for several WMD courses within the DOD/FBI/DHS International Counterproliferation Program. Previous to his international work, Chris retired as a Fire Specialist with the Baltimore County Fire Department and was responsible for the coordination of the Hazardous Materials Response Team and the Advanced Technical Rescue Team along with two team leaders. Chris has designed innovative programs in hazardous materials and anti-terrorism and has assisted in the development of many other training programs provided by the National Fire Academy, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and U.S. Secret Service. |
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