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Sample Testing

1 Select laboratory resources and require- 3 Ensure that case investigators are appro-
priately prepared and protected (via PPE)
ments specific to agent/incident.
prior to deployment.
2 A. Develop targeted protocols and proce- Deploy field workers to sites within 60
dures for collection of samples within 60
minutes of notification of incident by 4 minutes of final IAP.
the IC. Protocols and procedures should
pertain to the specific emergency.
5 Pack and ship/transport samples in a
manner consistent with laboratory
B. Disseminate developed protocols to requirements.
involved staff prior to deployment.

Evidence Management

1 Confirm evidentiary requirements with 2 Establish arrangements for maintaining
relevant agencies through jurisdiction-
chain of evidence prior to collection of
wide NIMS partners prior to collecting any samples/specimens.
personal or environmental samples/speci-
mens.

Mass Prophylaxis, Mass Immunization, and
Pharmaceutical Stockpiles

1 Adapt generic mass-dispensing strategy to 4 Ensure that system is fully in place for
specific event within 60 minutes of noti-
restocking supplies throughout duration
fication. of site activation.

2 Staff dispensing site(s) with adequate and 5 Ensure that system is fully in place for
appropriate personnel for mass dispensing
rotating and/or relieving staff throughout
(including volunteer surge staff) prior to duration of site activation.
site opening.
6 Prepare and deliver all required record-
3 Identify and request any just-in-time keeping supplies to site coordinator prior
to site opening.
training needs (including use of PPE) at
least 2 hours prior to site opening.

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