Transportation Emergency Preparedness Program (TEPP)

The Full 2-Day MERRTT program is delivered in approximately 16 classroom hours and includes all of the following modules:

1. Radiological Basics
2. Biological Effects
3. Radioactive Material Shipping Packages
4. Hazard Recognition
5. Initial Response Actions
6. Patient Handling
7. Radiological Survey Instruments & Dosimetry Devices
8. Decontamination, Disposal and Documentation
9. DOE Shipments and Resources
10. Waste Isolation Pilot Plant
11. Pre-Hospital Practices
12. Transportation of Safeguards Material
13. Transportation by Rail
14. Case Histories
15. Public Information Officer

In addition to the modules listed above, up to 6 hands-on exercise activities will also be covered:

1. Instrument Use
2. Assessing Package Integrity
3. Bunker Gear Decontamination
4. Patient Handling
5. Personnel Survey
6. Picture Card