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Radiochemical laboratories --- Radioactivity --- Dirty bombs --- Measurement

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Dirty bombs --- Radioactive substances --- Design and construction. --- Safety measures.

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The threat of radiological terrorism has recently come to the attention of the international community, as it became clear that terrorist organizations are seeking nuclear and radiological material to manufacture and use improvised nuclear devices (IND) and 'dirty bombs', and/or commit acts of sabotage against nuclear power infrastructure.

Dirty bombs --- Nuclear terrorism --- Terrorism --- Radiological bombs --- Radiological dispersal devices --- Bombs --- Psychological aspects --- Social aspects

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Dirty bombs --- Radioactive substances --- Nuclear terrorism --- Prevention. --- Security measures --- Evaluation. --- Detection

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This testimony discusses (1) the benefits of using DOE's aerial background radiation surveys to enhance emergency response capabilities and (2) the physical security measures in place at DOE's two key emergency response facilities and whether they are consistent with DOE guidance.

Emergency management --- Dirty bombs. --- Nuclear warfare. --- United States. --- Rules and practice.