Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) Plan

Introduction

The Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear & Explosive (CBRNE) plan is intended to augment the Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Trust’s (ASPH) Major Incident Plan (MIP).

The scope of this plan is not only confined to the deliberate (terrorist) release of CBRNE material but also accidental releases (Hazmat Incidences). Contamination irrespective of the reasons represent real threats. This plan focuses on the hospital response to a CBRNE incident and not the wider issue of strategic or scene management issues.

In the event of a CBRNE incident the first priorities will be to

• Maintain the security / integrity of the scene / both sites
• Maintain patient and staff safety
• Prevent contamination of staff, patients, departments and buildings by instigating immediate partial or full lock-down; dependent on casualty numbers etc.

Policy Details

See also:

• Major and Internal Incident Plans
• Lockdown Plan
• VIP Plan
• Counter Measures Plan
• Clinical Guidelines for MI and Mass Casualty Events
• Health and Safety Policy