Bombs, IEDs and explosives : identification, investigation, and disposal techniques / Paul R. Laska.

Boca Raton, FL : Taylor & Francis/CRC Press, [2015]

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A guide on procedures, administration, and equipment, Bombs, IEDs, and Explosives: Identification, Investigation, and Disposal Techniques introduces concepts, basic knowledge, and necessary skill sets for bomb technicians. It covers topics such as training resources, bomb threat and incident response, legal aspects of bomb disposal, explosives and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), bomb technology, bomb disposal equipment, and explosive evidence handling.The book outlines where bomb squads and technicians have historically been placed within the public safety system and suggests where they should ideally fit according to their function. It details specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) for various bomb threat and response scenarios, discusses protocols for requesting and supporting a bomb squad response, and addresses legal and forensic aspects of handling and associated recordkeeping. With the growing threat of chemical, biological, and radiological terrorism, the book recommends a stronger alliance of bomb disposal and hazardous materials response teams. Such alliances--in conjunction with increased interorganizational coordination between public safety divisions, such as police and fire departments-- will lead to more effective responses to incidents and threats. This book provides bomb disposal professionals and units with a ready reference on a wide variety of technical, administrative, and legal information -- Publisher's description.

Taylor & Francis. EBA 2024-2025.

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English

October 04, 2024

Includes bibliographical references and index.