Written by a hazardous materials consultant with over 40 years of experience in emergency services, the five-volume Hazmatology: The Science of Hazardous Materials suggests a new approach dealing with the most common aspects of hazardous materials, containers, and the affected environment. It focuses on innovations in decontamination, monitoring instruments, and personal protective equipment in a scientific way, utilizing common sense, and takes a risk-benefit approach to hazardous material response. This set provides the reader with a hazardous materials "Tool Box" and a guide for learning which tools to use under what circumstances. Volume One, Chronicles of Incidents and Response, takes an in-depth look at the history of hazardous materials response, points out lessons learned from these incidents, and discusses the impact on our response today. This volume aims to be the most comprehensive study of hazardous materials history ever presented in a single volume. FEATURES Uses a scientific approach utilizing analysis of previous incidents Offers a risk-benefit approach based upon science and history Provides an exploration of components of historic incidents Highlights lessons learned from responders who made the ultimate sacrifice Shows incident trends based upon technology and economics of the time

"Organized response to hazardous materials incidents is relatively new compared to the length of time emergency response to other types of incidents has been occurring. Chemical incidents or special fires have been going on for over a century. However, the term Hazardous Materials or sometimes called Dangerous Goods was coined just 50 years ago. Much can be learned from incidents that have occurred in the past. This book presents a comprehensive study of the history of hazardous materials response and emphasizes the lessons learned and how this impacts our response today"--

Terrorism threats and increased school and workplace violence have always generated headlines, but in recent years, the response to these events has received heightened media scrutiny. Critical Incident Management: A Complete Resource Guide, Second Edition provides evidence-based, tested, and proven methodologies applicable to a host of scenarios that may be encountered in the public and private sector. Filled with tactical direction designed to prevent, contain, manage, and resolve emergencies and critical incidents efficiently and effectively, this volume explores: The phases of a critical incident response and tasks that must be implemented to stabilize the scene Leadership style and techniques required to manage a critical incident successfully The National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System (ICS) Guidelines for responding to hazardous materials and weapons of mass destruction incidents Critical incident stress management for responders Maintaining continuity of business and delivery of products or services in the face of a crisis Roles of high-level personnel in setting policy and direction for the response and recovery efforts Augmented by Seven Critical TasksTM that have been the industry standard for emergency management and response, the book guides readers through every aspect of a critical incident: from taking initial scene command, to managing resources, to resolution, and finally to recovery and mitigation from the incident. The authors’ company, BowMac Educational Services, Inc., presently conducts five courses certified by the Department of Homeland Security. These hands-on "Simulation Based" Courses will prepare your personnel to handle any unexpected scenario. For additional information contact: 585-624-9500 or [email protected].

Are you satisfied with the way your company responds to IT incidents? How prepared is your response team to handle critical, time-sensitive events such as service disruptions and security breaches? IT professionals looking for effective response models have successfully adopted the Incident Management System (IMS) used by firefighters throughout the US. This practical book shows you how to apply the same response methodology to your own IT operation. You’ll learn how IMS best practices for leading people and managing time apply directly to IT incidents where the stakes are high and outcomes are uncertain. This book provides use cases of some of the largest (and smallest) IT operations teams in the world. There is a better way to respond. You just found it. Assess your IT incident response with the PROCESS programmatic evaluation tool Get an overview of the IMS all-hazard, all-risk framework Understand the responsibilities of the Incident Commander Form a unified command structure for events that affect multiple business units Systematically evaluate what broke and how the incident team responded

Cloud Chronicles: Exploring the World of Cloud Computing" takes readers on an enlightening journey into the realm of cloud computing. This comprehensive guide provides a thorough understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, and technologies that power the cloud. From the basics of cloud computing to advanced topics such as security, migration strategies, cost management, governance, and performance optimization, this book equips readers with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing.

About the Book: Embark on an enthralling journey into the heart of the digital universe with "Cybersecurity Chronicles: Navigating the Digital World Safely." In a world where the boundaries between the digital and physical blur, this non-fiction gem immerses you in a narrative teeming with intrigue and revelation. · Explore the inner workings of cyber threats, from the crafty maneuvers of malicious hackers to the vulnerabilities lurking within interconnected systems. · Learn the art of safeguarding your personal information and data in an era of digital identity theft and relentless data breaches. · Peer into the future of cybersecurity, where AI-driven threats and the Internet of Things pose new challenges and opportunities. · Join a collective mission to create a safer digital world. Discover how teachers, students, professionals, and citizens come together to foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness and resilience. About the Author: Dr. Lalit Gupta is a distinguished luminary within the cybersecurity domain, celebrated for his exceptional technical prowess and remarkable communication abilities. He is widely acknowledged as an authoritative Subject Matter Expert (SME) in vital areas such as Information Security, Cyber Security, Audit, Risk Management, and Cloud Security. Over the course of his illustrious career, Dr. Gupta has traversed an array of industry sectors, including Government, FinTech, BFSI, IT/ITES, SaaS, Pharmaceutical, Automotive, Aviation, Manufacturing, Energy, and Telecom. Beyond the corporate arena, Dr. Lalit Gupta is revered as a trusted adviser and an esteemed mentor to UAE Federal Government teams and Indian defense Teams. His vast expertise and influential contributions underscore his substantial impact in the realm of cybersecurity. This book stands as a testament to his unwavering commitment to knowledge dissemination, empowering readers to navigate the digital landscape securely.

'This is a truly magisterial work of scholarship. By pulling all this material together in one place, and by organizing it so accessibly, Pluchinsky has performed an invaluable service for researchers and counter-terrorism practitioners alike … the real selling point is the factual content. Pluchinsky has written the definitive contextual history of US counter-terrorism policy and these volumes, and I confidently expect the two companion volumes still to come, deserve a place in every serious library of terrorism.'Critical Studies on TerrorismVolume I examined the policies and actions in the Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson administrations that contributed to the creation of anti-American grievances which in turn fueled the rise of anti-American terrorism overseas and domestically during the Nixon, Ford, and Carter administrations. Volume II chronicles the high-water mark of anti-American terrorism overseas that occurred during the Reagan administration. The litany of terrorist attacks on US targets overseas during this period is well known and unmatched in American history: 1983 suicide attack on US Embassy Beirut, 1983 suicide attack on US Marine Barracks Beirut, 1983 suicide attack on US Embassy Kuwait, 1984 suicide attack on US Embassy Beirut, 1985 assault on the TWA counter at Rome airport, 1985 hijacking of TWA 847, 1986 mid-air bombing of TWA 840, 1988 mid-air bombing of Pan Am 103, and the 1982-1988 kidnappings of 18 Americans in Lebanon. This wave of anti-American terrorist attacks demanded an appropriate response. The Reagan administration proceeded to construct the most ambitious and costly counter-terrorism program in the pre-9/11 era. Although the terrorist threat was perceived to be in decline during the George H W Bush administration, it still had to deal with the potential terrorist threat emanating from the first Gulf War in 1990-1991, two assassination attempts on the president, and the ramifications of the Pan Am 103 bombing.