In this blog, we’ll examine why dry decontamination is gaining momentum, highlight Europe’s leadership and funding efforts, and explore how global organizations—including FAST-ACT—are adopting these solutions to strengthen preparedness for CBRN threats. standard.
Tag: Chemical hazard neutralization
Why Effective Chemical Spill Response Matters in Industrial Settings
We’ll look at several industries where chemical spills are a pressing concern—including lithium-ion battery facilities, mining operations, and transportation hubs such as airports and ports—and explore how the right tools and response strategies can protect workers, reduce risks, and keep operations running safely.
Defending Against the Unknown: Why the FAST-ACT DEFEND Kit is Critical for First Responders
The rise of fentanyl and other illicit drugs has amplified these risks. For those on the front lines, having a reliable, field-ready solution for both detection and decontamination is no longer optional—it’s essential.
Understanding Cyclosarin: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Chemical Properties and Effects
This guide breaks down cyclosarin’s chemical properties, health effects, and environmental behavior, while also showing how FAST-ACT decontamination solutions protect communities against these toxic chemicals.
Hospital Decontamination Without Compromise: Protecting Patients, Staff, and Equipment
This post concludes our hospital decontamination blog series, following Part 1: Rethinking Hospital Decontamination and Part 2: Inside the Protocol: A Hospital SOP for Dry Chemical Decontamination.
FAST-ACT August Event Highlights: Supporting First Responders Nationwide
This August, the FAST-ACT team was on the road providing hands-on training and support to first responders facing today’s most urgent chemical and hazardous material threats.
Inside the Protocol: A Hospital SOP for Dry Chemical Decontamination
In the face of chemical incidents, hospitals are often the first point of contact—before any decontamination protocols have been applied. For regional emergency department staff, this poses immediate risks: volatile chemicals, systemic toxicity, and potential secondary contamination that could impact both patients and staff. A fast, reliable, and adaptable protocol becomes essential.
Not All Dry Decontamination Is Created Equal: What to Look for in a Real Solution
Not all dry decontamination tools perform the same. Some are built to absorb or contain, while others are designed to neutralize the threat entirely. If your team is deciding between dry options, here’s what to know before making the call.
Rethinking Hospital Decontamination: Why Dry Decon Belongs in Your Emergency Plan
In the event of a chemical incident or mass casualty event, hospitals must act quickly to protect patients, staff, and infrastructure. Traditional water-based technical decontamination has long been a standard protocol, but it brings limitations—especially during high-pressure scenarios where rapid, scalable response is critical.
FAST-ACT Webinar Highlights Ensuring Personnel Safety During Crowd Control
FAST-ACT recently hosted an insightful and timely webinar titled “Ensuring Personnel Safety: Dry Decontamination for Crowd Control Operations,” focusing on the unique challenges law enforcement and first responders face when neutralizing chemical threats during large-scale public gatherings.
