Webinar: As a First Responder – How to Respond to a CB Incident Without Equipment?

This webinar addressed the critical question of how first responders (FRs) can effectively react to a chemical or biological (CB) incident when specialized equipment is not immediately available.

The session provided practical guidance on initial assessment, personal safety, scene management, communication protocols, and coordination procedures for first-line responders operating under resource-constrained conditions.

Key topics included:

• Immediate situational awareness and risk identification
• Personal protective considerations without dedicated CBRN equipment
• First-line response procedures and escalation pathways
• Coordination between first-, second-, and third-line responders
• Lessons learned and operational best practices

The webinar aimed to strengthen preparedness and resilience among practitioners by enhancing awareness, procedural clarity, and decision-making capabilities during the critical early phase of a CB incident.