The Intro 650 Debate: NYC's Controversial Threat-Detector Legislation
Diana Hopkins
May 28, 2008
Mayor Bloomberg and the New York City Council say that passage of Intro 650 is essential to protect NYC from future terrorist attacks. Opponents see fatal flaws in the bill, and want answers to some important questions.
Backups for Emergency Satellite Communications
Kay C. Goss
May 28, 2008
In today’s fast-moving world comprehensive, rapid, & continuing communications are the key to
business success – and, in times of conflict, success on the battlefield as well. But what happens if
communications systems are destroyed or made inoperable?
Excellence in Education: Georgia's New CHEC Course
Gina Piazza
May 28, 2008
The duties & responsibilities of hospital emergency coordinators are extremely complex and specialized. A new course of studies sponsored by the Georgia Department of Human Resources provides the framework needed for three levels of CHEC certification.
TSA: Driver's License or Passports Preferred IDs at Checkpoints
Domestic Preparedness
May 27, 2008
Beginning this week (26 May 2008), adult passengers (over the age of 18) are required to show a U.S. federal or state-issued photo identification card. http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/acceptable_documents.shtm
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Reminds Summer Travelers of the 'Three Simple Steps' to Security
Domestic Preparedness
May 27, 2008
As the summer travel season begins, the TSA reminds travelers that coming to the checkpoint fully prepared for the security process will lead to shorter lines and less travel stress.
The U.S. Fire Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation Complete Study of Traffic Incident Management Systems
Domestic Preparedness
May 27, 2008
This report provides technical guidance and training programs in traffic incident management for fire and emergency service providers. https://www.usfa.dhs.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/tims_0408.pdf
Government Accountability Office (GAO) Supply Chain Security: U.S. Customs and Border Protection Has Enhanced Its Partnership with Import Trade Sectors, but Challenges Remain in Verifying Security Practices
Domestic Preparedness
May 27, 2008
CBP has taken several steps forward to improve the security validation process, but still faces challenges in verifying that security practices of C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) members meet the
Detection Equipment - An Ever Higher Technology Ceiling
Glen Rudner
May 21, 2008
Emergency-response teams across the nation have a continuing need for portable, reliable instruments that can be used to quickly and accurately characterize the hazardous materials known or likely to be
Three to Get Ready
James D. Hessman
May 21, 2008
The could-have/should-have (but did not) scenarios of the past serve as abundant reminders that the
cost of national preparedness is only a fraction of the much higher cost that must always be paid for
not being prepared.
The Design of the Future U.S. Hospital System
James Augustine
May 14, 2008
U.S. healthcare officials, working in close cooperation with long-range planners & political decision makers, are already pondering what the nation’s future hospital infrastructure should look like. Here are some ideas to consider.
