Preparing For Terrorism

PREPARING AGAINST TERRORISM BY:-ASHISH K. THANVI

Global Terrorism

There are also emotional effects when under stress:

Irritable Fatigue Hyperactive Angry Withdrawn

TERRORIST TARGETS • Military Facilities • Government Facilities • Large Cities • Public Gatherings • High-Profile Landmarks

How can we be prepared against TERRORISM ? 1. Be Aware of Your Surroundings 2. Report to the Police Unusual Behavior, Suspicious Packages, and Strange Devices 3. Leave an Area if it Does Not Seem Right 4. Be Aware of Exits - Plan to Get Out! 5. Learn First Aid & Get a First Aid Kit 6. Be Familiar With Fire Extinguishers

How They Can Create

Preparing for an EVACUATION Leave the Area / Building If there is a Fire: •Stay Low •Exit Quickly •Cover Your Nose and Mouth If Trapped: •Tap on a Pipe •Use a Whistle if Available

CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS • Organisms or Toxins that Can Kill or Incapacitate People • Biological Agents are: – – –

Bacteria Viruses Toxins

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Symptoms of Exposure to Chemicals • • • •

Blurred Vision Eye Irritation Difficulty Breathing Nausea

Nuclear and Radiological Attack Nuclear Explosion Radiological Dispersion Device (RDD) “Dirty Bomb”

What To Do If A Nuclear Attack Occurs • Find a Shelter • Listen to the Radio • Fallout Could be Present for Up To 1 Month and Wind Will Carry it Hundreds of Miles from the Center (80% - 1 Day / 99% - 2 weeks) • Evacuate to an Unaffected Area Within a Few Days

Homeland Security Advisory System • Develop a Disaster Plan • Develop a Communication Plan • Be Observant of Any Suspicious Activity and Report to the Authorities • Exercise Caution when Travelling • Follow Official Instructions About Restrictions to Normal Activities