At a glance
This section provides information to persons who respond to or oversee emergency events involving chemicals, radioactive materials, or both. Below you can also find emergency response resources, other government agency resources, and trainings.
Emergency Response Resources
- Toxic Substances Portal for Emergency Responders – Technical assistance for managing field and medical responses related to hazardous substances
- CDC Chemical Emergency Resources – Collection of resources to aid in chemical emergencies
- ToxFAQs – Summaries of the most commonly asked questions about specific chemicals; offers support for communicating with the general public
- Chemical Preparedness for Local Health Department Preparedness and Response Plans – Handbook to Support the Development of Public Health Chemical Incident Preparedness Plans
Trainings
- Emergency Partners Information Connection (EPIC) – Training resources and newsletters to better equip communities to handle public health threats
- HazMat Emergency Preparedness Training and Tools for Responders – Trainings developed by the ATSDR to help communities develop evidence-based assumptions in preparing for hazardous materials emergencies and disasters
- Training Exchange – Trainings for personnel involved in solid and hazardous waste cleanup and emergency response
- Environmental Health Training – Online and in-person trainings to support emergency response personnel in addressing the environmental health impacts of emergencies and disasters
Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry