By KENNETH BELL, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 24, 2023. Despite advancements in field identification and classification of substances with advanced instrumentation and tools, there is still a response gap regarding the proper decontamination of instruments and the people who use them. Take steps now to bridge this gap. Narrated by MacGregor Stephenson. Click HERE to view the full article.  ..read more

By MICHAEL BRESLIN & TRISH MCCALL, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 24, 2023. An existential danger is the exploitation of children. As the threat landscape evolves, first responders have a paramount role to play in protecting these vulnerable populations and maintaining a resilient homeland security enterprise. One program leading the effort is creating a reason for hope. Narrated by MacGregor Stephenson. Click HERE for the full article.  ..read more

By GLEN RUDNER, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 06, 2009. When firefighters, hazmat specialists, or other responders report for duty at a possibly contaminated scene, they must be properly dressed. The key factors to consider in 2009 are still critical considerations today. Narrated by Randy Vivian. Click HERE to view the full article ..read more

By CRAIG DEATLEY, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 23, 2012. Learn how the National Capital Region took a giant step forward with the formation of a coalition partnership to cope with evacuations during catastrophic emergencies in this 2012 article. Narrated by Randy Vivian. Click HERE to view the full article ..read more

By ANDREW (ANDY) ALTIZER, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 17, 2023. Comprehensive planning documents are vitally important, but they can easily become simple “check-the-box” requirements that result in sizeable unread documents that sit on the shelves. Organizations must take steps to avoid this pitfall.  Narrated by MacGregor Stephenson. Click HERE to view the full article.  ..read more

By KEVIN JONES, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 17, 2023. History has shown many instances where warning signs were missed before workplace violence occurred. However, understanding the five categories can help organizations and agencies prepare for and, ideally, prevent these types of incidents.   Narrated by MacGregor Stephenson. Click HERE to view the full article.  ..read more

By ROB SCHNEPP, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, February 23, 2005. What started as a new trend in patient care in 2005 continues today with robust medical training for the fire service to manage hazardous materials incidents such as chemical spills and biological hazards. Narrated by Randy Vivian. Click HERE to view the full article ..read more

By KATHRYN LASKEY, An Article Out Loud Flashback from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, September 20, 2016. Public safety technologies are constantly evolving. Perhaps innovative concepts like “Bring Your Own Protection,” which researchers at George Mason University proposed in 2016, is a solution for today's challenges. Narrated by Randy Vivian. Click HERE to view the full article ..read more

By MICHAEL PRASAD & JENNIFER RUSSELL, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 10, 2023. Infant and toddler life-sustaining feeding during disasters – via human milk and commercial infant formulas – requires a complex set of logistical and operational missions, including federal support and whole-community partnerships. Learn what organizations need to do. Narrated by MacGregor Stephenson. Click HERE to view the full article.  ..read more

By  TANYA SCHERR & DAN SCHERR, An Article Out Loud from the Domestic Preparedness Journal, May 10, 2023. The hands of the so-called Doomsday Clock are now set to 90 seconds to midnight, reflecting that experts believe the world is closer to a global nuclear catastrophe than it has ever been. All-hazards plans and threat assessments should reflect this potential increased threat. Narrated by MacGregor Stephenson. Click HERE to view the full article.  ..read more