Updates

Thermo Fisher Scientific Holds Annual TLD Dosimetry Training for Professionals Engaged in Personnel Radiation Protection

The course includes both introductory and advanced topics, covering the fundamentals of thermoluminescent dosimetry and the aspects of the Harshaw TLD systems required to conduct a successful personnel dosimetry program.

EMSystems' Emergency Communication and Patient Tracking Used for the 2009 Presidential Inauguration Events

EMTrack and EMSystems' emergency communication and patient tracking solution supported all Washington, D.C., Department of Health medical aid stations that were set up specifically for the Presidential Inauguration and several public events.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Napolitano Issues Action Directives on FEMA State and Local Integration and National Planning

These directives instruct specific offices to gather information, review existing strategies and programs, and provide oral and written reports back to her in February.

Thales Demonstrates Interoperable Communications on Inauguration Day

The Liberty software-defined, multiband land mobile radio enhanced security operations in Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas by linking multi-agency communications systems.

Universal Detection Technology to Deploy the BSM-2000 Airborne Anthrax Monitor for Testing at the University of Buffalo

"The testing at the University of Buffalo will give us the opportunity to test the BSM-2000 at a buildings two most vulnerable areas to a bioterror attack: the mail room & the HVAC system." said Mr. Jacques Tizabi, UNDT's Chief Executive Officer.

The Commonwealth of Virginia Adopts EWAPhoenix

EWAPhoenix will play a pivotal role in the Commonwealth's evacuation and shelter operations by enabling a flexible real-time response in the event of an emergency.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Announces That Department of Homeland Security Will Not Postpone Requirements for Maritime Cargo Carriers and Importers

This additional information will be critical to enhancing the department's ability to identify and stop dangerous goods from entering the United States; CBP will continue to welcome input from the regulated industries.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and National Expert Panel Promote Revised Field Triage Guidelines for Handling of Trauma Patients

The revised Field Triage Guidelines will help save lives by getting the right patient to the right place at the right time.

Integrated Warehousing Solutions and UPP Business Systems, Leaning Technology Solutions Companies, Announce Rebranding As UPP Technology, Inc.

Upp will offer three services under one name bringing together the best people, technology, and know-how to deliver real business value. This merging of resources will educate clients about the full suite of solutions Upp offers.

Federal Emergency Managment Agency Administrator R. David Paulson Announces Departure

The resignation took effect at 12:00 p.m. on 21 January 2009. A transition plan has been put into place to assist the incoming Administration.