Chemical Weapons: Protection Basics

Topic: 
Bioterrorism, Chemical & Radiation Emergencies
Format: 
Online Course
Time: 
35 minutes
Level: 
Introductory
University: 
University of North Carolina
PERLC: 
University of North Carolina PERLC

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Description: 

This three-part presentation offered by the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health provides an overview of chemical weapons and toxic industrial chemicals, related hazards, biological effects and detection, protection and decontamination basics.

Learning Objectives: 
  • Define terms related to chemical weapons and toxic industrial chemicals
  • Recognize and discuss the various hazards related to chemical weapons and toxic industrial chemicals
  • Recognize and discuss the biological effects associated with chemical weapons and toxic industrial chemicals
  • Discuss the key elements in detection, protection and decontamination
PHEP Capabilities: 
Responder Safety and Health