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Some explanations, definitions and guidelines for response and consequence management of situations with hazardous substances are given. Preparedness, decontamination activities and measures undertaken in further development of the situation in contaminated areas are underlined.
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Popov, T., Popov, G. (2006). ASPECTS OF DECONTAMINATION IN CASE OF RELEASE OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES OR USE OF CHEMICAL WARFARE AGENTS. In: Dishovsky, C., Pivovarov, A., Benschop, H. (eds) Medical Treatment of Intoxications and Decontamination of Chemical Agent in the Area of Terrorist Attack. NATO Security Through Science Series, vol 1. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/1-4020-4170-5_17
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