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The CODE RED Solution: biothreat response training for first responders.

Cassandra D Kelly1, Christina Egan, Nick M Cirino

  • 1Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health, Albany, NY 12208, USA. ckelly@wadsworth.org

Biosecurity and Bioterrorism : Biodefense Strategy, Practice, and Science
|January 24, 2007
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New York State

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Biodefense

Background:

  • The 2001 terrorist attacks highlighted the need for collaboration between first responders and public health laboratories.
  • New York State (NYS) has prioritized strengthening its biodefense capabilities since 2002.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the training program developed by the Wadsworth Center's Biodefense Laboratory (BDL) for first responders.
  • To introduce the "CODE RED" trifold resource for biothreat emergency response.

Main Methods:

  • The BDL developed and delivered outreach training to over 1,000 first responders.
  • Training covered biothreat agents, sampling, decontamination, risk assessment, and legal procedures.
  • Training protocols accommodate first responders using personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Main Results:

  • A "CODE RED" pocket trifold was created, detailing emergency response protocols.
  • First responders received training on safe and effective biothreat response.
  • The program enhances safety for responders and laboratorians, potentially reducing lab result turnaround times.

Conclusions:

  • The BDL's training program and "CODE RED" trifold offer a model for state and county-level biodefense preparedness.
  • Effective training of first responders is crucial for managing biothreat events nationwide.
  • Collaboration between first responders and public health labs is essential for public safety.