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CCBH

Since the CCBH is the primary agency in the Cuyahoga County Emergency Operations Plan Emergency Support Function #8 (Public Health and Medical Services), they are prepared to support & coordinate response activities for the scene of a chemical, biological & radiological agent release.

CCBH staff receives NIMS training and are prepared to operate within a Unified Command structure. They are prepared to work with hazardous materials teams during chemical, biological and radiological hazards.

They will also provide secondary support services such as coordination of mass dispensing of prophylaxis if appropriate, epidemiological surveillance and contact tracing. In addition, the CCBH can provide information for broadcast to the public.

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