Guide and example plan for development of state emergency response plans and systems for transportation: related radiation incidents

As a part of their responsibilities for control of radiation sources and for minimizing unwarranted human exposures to radiation, State radiation control agencies (also referred to as radiological health agencies in some States) have developed or are in the process of developing plans and procedures for coping with emergency situations which may arise from the use, transport, or disposal of radioactive materials and other radiation sources. This guide and example plan has been prepared as an aid to radiation control agencies, emergency services organizations, and other public institutions which may have primary or supportive roles in radiation emergency response planning. This document focuses on planning, training, and emergency action procedures for such organizations and is directed toward transportation-related radiation incidents