CBDE Awareness: Recognizing Signs of Deliberate Release of Chemical or Biological Agents

This course targets WHO staff and emergency responders in various sectors in member states who may find themselves responding to a deliberate event. This includes (Public) health workers active on the scene, the staff in emergency health facilities, police, fire brigade, dispatch officers, secondary responders, and forensic experts. This awareness course may also be helpful for policymakers and regulators dealing with preparedness and response to bioterrorism.

The main aim of this course is to ensure that all participants can recognize possible CB deliberate events and are aware of the different response types this will require compared to regular emergencies.

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

• Describe critical characteristics of a CB deliberate event (CBDE)
• Differentiate between types of chemical and biological (CB) agents and their effects
• Identify critical components of the risk management process
• Describe basic safety measures for exposure to CB agents
• Summarize the role of the WHO-HSI function in CB Deliberate Events

This course is the first part of a more extensive training program on deliberate events involving chemical and biological hazards.

Certificates: A Record of Achievement certificate will be available to participants who score at least 80% of the total points available across all of the quizzes. A Confirmation of Participation certificate is also available for participants who complete at least 80% of the course material. Participants who receive a Record of Achievement can also download an Open Badge for this course. Click here to learn how.