First Responders                

Information on biological threats for first responders   

• Handling a suspicious package from CDC/DHS/FBI
• Model Procedures for Responding to a Package with Suspicion of a Biological Threat from the International Association of Fire Chiefs and FBI
• Quick Guide to Biological Weapons from the AMA

Information on radiation emergencies for first responders from CDC                                         

• Casualty management after a radiation incident
• Managing a nuclear bomb blast in urban area

Information on chemical threats for first responders     

• Emergency Response Cards from CDC 
• Medical Management for Unidentified Chemical from ASTDR 

Information on traumatic incident stress for first responders from CDC

• Traumatic incident stress

OSHA guidelines for first receiver hospitals

• Complete OSHA Manual
• Summary of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to use

Information on on-line training courses from the federal government

• Emergency Management Institute courses and schedule

Information on preparedness grants        

• Antiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program from the Department of Justice
• Homeland Security Assistance for First Responders from DHS /Homeland Security

Key Links

• Michigan State Police / Emergency Management Division
• Federal Emergency Management Agency
• Department of Homeland Security