HSM 320 Complete Discussion Posts Week 1 – 5
HSM-320 Week 1 Discussion 1 – National Response Framework (NRF): In a minimum of 250 – 300 words, discuss the evolution of the National Response Framework (NRF), and explain how two areas could further be improved. Explain why these areas are most in need of improvement. Support your thoughts and ideas with appropriate resources. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings.
HSM 320 Week 1 Discussion 2 – Seven Cardinal Rules of Risk Communication: In a minimum of 250 – 300 words post your discussion for the topic below. Did the government utilize the Seven Cardinal Rules of Risk Communication (Maniscalco, Ch 4, page 53) following the September 11th terrorist attacks? Explain at least three rules the government implemented and how; and at least one rule the government could have executed better. Support your thoughts and ideas with appropriate resources. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings
HSM-320 Week 2 Discussion 1 – Safety Issues Faced by September 11th First Responders: In 250 – 300 words, describe at least two personnel safety issues faced by September 11th first responders (World Trade Center or Pentagon). Provide two suggestions for how government agencies (local, state, and or federal) could have coordinated and communicated better to avoid these safety issues. Support your thoughts and ideas with appropriate resources.
HSM 320 Week 2 Discussion 2 – Terrorist Tactics: Define the tactics of one terrorist group from the following list: al Qaeda, Hezbollah, Hamas, the Islamic Brotherhood, or the IRA. Provide two examples of attacks carried out by this terrorist organization. Include the following information for each attack: when, where, type of attack (nail bomb, suicide bomber, car bomb, explosives, etc.), and casualties/wounded. Briefly explain how first responders reacted and cared for the wounded. Explain what first responders could have done better, and why these actions need improvement.
HSM-320 Week 3 Discussion 1 – Explosives: Explain at least two critical safety steps and two challenges faced by first responders following the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995. As a first responder to an act of terrorism involving explosives, explain how you would approach the incident and concerns you would likely have.
HSM 320 Week 3 Discussion 2 – Chemical and Biological Agents and Radiation: Describe the effects of one chemical, biological, and radiological agent; include the proper decontamination and treatment methods for each. Explain one dispersal device/delivery method for each selected chemical, biological, and radiological agent. As a first responder, explain how you should treat a victim suffering from the selected chemical, biological, and radiological agent. Include at least one challenge to treating each type of victim
HSM-320 Week 4 Discussion 1 – Decontamination: In a minimum of 250 – 300 words, describe the four stages of decontamination and their importance in the decontamination process. Explain at least two initial decontamination considerations, and why and when these considerations are important
HSM 320 Week 4 Discussion 1 – Respiratory Protection: If your last name begins with R-Z, answer this question.) Explain a Class Four ensemble. Include levels of protection, functionality, and limitations. Identify the proper respiratory protection for a Class Four ensemble, and explain how this particular device functions. Provide a unique example of when a first responder would utilize a Class Four ensemble.
HSM-320 Week 5 Discussion 1 – DNA Identification after Mass Disasters: What are some of the benefits and limitations of using DNA to identify victims of mass causalities? Is a shift toward DNA based identifications a good idea? When answering take into account available resources, types of attacks, evidence collection and preservation, etc.
HSM 320 Week 5 Discussion 2 – First Responder Concern and Preservation of Evidence: After viewing the video South Tower Falls, Shot Front of Trinity Church, describe your concerns as a first responder. (For the purpose of your response assume that you do NOT know whether this is a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or simple explosive attack.) Explain how as a first responder you will identify and preserve potential evidence. Support your analysis with appropriate references. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings.