Safety and security - 27 Flashcards
1
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bioterrorism
A
the deliberate spread of pathogenic organisms into a community to cause widespread illness, fear and panic
2
Q
chemical emergency
A
event caused by the release of a chemical compound that has the potential for harming people’s health
3
Q
cyber terror
A
the use of high-tech means to disable or delete critical electronic infrastructure data or information
4
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nuclear terrorism
A
intentional dispersal of radioactive materials into the environment for the purpose of causing injury and death
5
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sentinel event
A
an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury
