HazMat Presentation - Martin County, Florida
HazMat Presentation - Martin County, Florida
HazMat Presentation - Martin County, Florida
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Chemical versus Biological Incident<br />
Chemical incidents can be identified by the following:<br />
• Rapid onset of medical symptoms characteristic of chemical<br />
exposure<br />
• Natural indicators<br />
• Chemical residue and odors<br />
• Indications of a hazardous materials release, i.e. plume or<br />
cloud<br />
Biological incidents can be identified by the following:<br />
• Gradual onset of medical symptoms without obvious odors<br />
or colors<br />
• Wide spread migration of the illness<br />
• Infectious individuals transmitting to others<br />
2008 Haz-Mat Review<br />
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