FAST-ACT February Highlights: Advancing Dry Decontamination Readiness Through Training and Global Engagement

February was a strong month for FAST-ACT as our team continued supporting responder preparedness through hands-on demonstrations and international engagement. From a focused training in Kentucky to representation at a major European CBRN event, these activities reinforced the growing role of dry decontamination in modern chemical response.

Kentucky Dry Decontamination Demonstration – Frankfort, Kentucky

On February 4, FAST-ACT conducted a dry decontamination training and demonstration in Frankfort, Kentucky with the state’s Emergency Preparedness and Response Branch. The 1.5-hour session combined classroom instruction with live, practical demonstrations to help attendees strengthen their understanding of dry decontamination in chemical and hazardous materials incidents.

The training focused on:

• Core decontamination terminology used in CBRN and HAZMAT incidents

• Field applications for dry decontamination in chemical scenarios

• FAST-ACT technology, testing, and safety awareness

• Proper use of FAST-ACT products in emergency situations

A key component of the day was the transition from presentation to live demonstration. Participants rotated through practical stations that included:

• Sensitive equipment decontamination

• Skin decontamination

• Waterless personnel decontamination

• Liquid spill containment

These hands-on segments allowed attendees to see how dry decontamination can be applied quickly when water-based methods are delayed, limited, or operationally challenging. The session emphasized real-world applicability and reinforced confidence in dry decontamination as part of a layered response strategy.

CBRN Summit Europe – Lyon, France

FAST-ACT also had a presence at CBRN Summit Europe in Lyon, France, represented by our official French distributor, SCOPEX. This event brought together CBRN and emergency response professionals from across the region to explore current technologies and response strategies.

At the summit, attendees were able to:

• See FAST-ACT rapid-response chemical mitigation solutions and demonstrations

• Speak with SCOPEX and FAST-ACT representatives about deployment and training considerations

• Learn how FAST-ACT technology supports responder safety and faster on-scene mitigation

International engagement like this helps expand awareness of dry decontamination capabilities and supports cross-border knowledge sharing among response communities.

Continuing the Momentum

February’s activities reflect FAST-ACT’s ongoing commitment to preparedness, education, and practical capability building. Whether through state-level trainings or global CBRN events, the goal remains the same: helping responders act quickly, safely, and effectively during chemical incidents.

Organizations interested in hosting a FAST-ACT demonstration or training session can explore our Emergency Management Training Page to bring tailored dry decontamination education to their teams.