Introduction to Homeland Security.
Title:
Introduction to Homeland Security.
Author:
Bullock, Jane.
ISBN:
9780080478685
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Edition:
2nd ed.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (671 pages)
Series:
Butterworth-Heinemann Homeland Security
Contents:
Front cover -- Title page -- Copyright page -- Table of contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- 1 Historic Overview of the Terrorist Threat -- 2 Statutory Authority -- 3 Organizational Actions -- 4 Terrorist-Related Hazards -- 5 Safety and Security -- 6 Mitigation, Prevention, and Preparedness -- 7 Response and Recovery -- 8 Communications -- 9 Technology -- 10 The Future of Homeland Security -- Appendix 1: List of Acronyms -- Appendix 2: USA Patriot Act Summary -- Appendix 3: Homeland Security Act of 2002 -- Appendix 4: List of State Emergency Management Offices -- Appendix 5: List of State Homeland Security Contacts -- Appendix 6: List of Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) Homeland Security Grantees -- Appendix 7: Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Preparedness and Planning Information Sites -- Appendix 8: Selected Websites for Additional Information -- Appendix 9: SAFE Conference Report -- Appendix 10: California State Agency Guidance: Homeland Security Advisory System -- Appendix 11: Communicating During Emergencies -- Glossary of Hazard Terms -- References -- Index.
Abstract:
INTRODUCTION TO HOMELAND SECURITY was the first book to provide practitioners, educators, and students with a comprehensive account of the original and ongoing developments in the Department of Homeland Security's reorganization, as well as the practices, policies and programs enacted in relation to the government restructure. The new edition continues to prove the standard in providing the latest information on the developments in national security in the context of DHS. Continuing in the tradition of the first edition, the book recounts US Government and private sector actions taken since 9/11 in the areas of legislation, government organization, communications, technology, and emergency management practices. It is packed with reference sections, notations directing the reader to relevant publications and websites, and contributions from media reports or experts. Case studies provide insightful guidance for security managers having to deal effectively with similar situations. The US Senate recently passed a 31.8 billion Homeland Security spending bill and universities are continually adding homeland security programs Current edition has sold over 2,500 copies in less than one year Includes an up-to-date, complete and comprehensive contact list of Federal and State government homeland security offices and officials.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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