During a mass casualty incident involving chemical agents or hazardous materials, every second counts. Hospitals must act quickly to protect patients, staff, and infrastructure while maintaining operations within the hospital environment. Traditional wet decontamination systems, which rely on large volumes of water and extended setup, can slow down an emergency response when speed is critical. … Continue reading Hospital Dry Decontamination: A Faster, More Efficient Approach to Emergency Response
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FAST-ACT’s Hospital SOP: Advancing Chemical Decontamination Preparedness
In this blog, we will cover the essential steps of the FAST-ACT hospital SOP, explain how the FAST-ACT Pressurized Cylinders, FAST-ACT Decontamination Mitts, and FAST-ACT Decontamination Wipes are applied, and highlight the supporting science behind these hospital-focused decontamination protocols.
The Shift Toward Dry Decontamination: Funding, Adoption, and the Future of CBRN Preparedness
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.
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.
FAST-ACT September Event Highlights: Expanding Training & Global Engagement
This September, FAST-ACT continues its mission of equipping first responders and defense partners with proven chemical decontamination solutions.
Rapid Decontamination: Why Speed and Preparedness Save Lives
When hazardous materials are released—during a chemical spill, civil unrest, or exposure to unknown powders—time is critical. Rapid decontamination can dramatically reduce the risk of chemical exposure, limiting health threats to responders and the public.
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.
