1. A citizen calls 911, informing them of a bomb that detonated on the shore of the city reservoir. The witness reports smoke and particulate matter scattered over the lake. Write an essay answering the following questions based on this information.
• Who should be notified?
• What type of field tests should be performed?
• What type of sampling equipment may need to be taken to the scene to determine the type of material?
• Should the media be informed? If yes, how do you inform them?
Your response should be at least 300 words in length.
2. A bomb squad confirms that a bomb that was detonated was an RDD. They inform the police that they have collected bomb fragments that appear to be highly radioactive with readings of 100-400 REM/hr near the source. Write an essay answering the following questions based on this information.
• How hazardous is this level of radiation?
• Can you tell what form of radiation has been released based on the REMS/hr?
• What level of PPE should the responders wear? Why?
• What precautionary steps should be utilized to avoid contamination in the water reservoirs around the incident?