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Chemical, Biological and Radiological Threat Support

Decontamination Systems - Versar can provide a full range of decontamination systems, including showers, hand-held decontamination systems, and processes for implementing decon activity. Versar has developed and implemented ANTHRAX decontamination processes using sporicides, fumigants, and other techniques to:

· Decontaminate Structures
· Decontaminate Mail and Mail Handling Systems
· Decontaminate Office Areas
· Decontaminate Equipment, including electronics

We bring technologies for ANTHRAX decontamination using proven systems, including:

· Liquid and Fog Sporicides
· Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP)

· Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Systems
· Proven Biological Indicators to Verify Destruction of Spore-Forming Bacteria
· Training

Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Detection and Monitoring Systems - Versar can assess the need and develop programs for systems for detection and classification of chemical and biological agents and radioactive material in the atmosphere. Our products and services include:

· Detector needs analysis
· Detection and identification kits
· Detection and monitoring systems design
· Procurement and installation
· Communication networks including off site monitoring via Internet

Personnel Protection Equipment - Versar offers the full range of monitoring, personnel protection, and decontamination equipment for preparedness to protect against exposure to chemical and biological agent and radioactive materials. Through alliances with other equipment manufacturers worldwide Versar also provides sensors, decontamination equipment, and other treatment, containment and personnel protection equipment for specialized situations. Products include:

· Protective Clothing
· Respiratory Protective Equipment
· Personal Cooling Systems
· Decontamination and Neutralization Kits
· Test and Repair Kits
· Nuclear, Biological and Chemical protection Accessories, such as gloves & boots
· Masks
· Escape hoods
· Comprehensive training programs

Chemical & Biological Analysis - Versar has an in-house, secure laboratory, capable of handling suspected chemical warfare or biological agent samples. We have agreements with nationwide environmental chemical testing laboratories to rapidly assess and report results. We also have agreements with other biological laboratories equipped to identify a wide range of human pathogens. Versar scientists have extensive experience in rapid detection and identification of human pathogens including HIV, anthrax, and many others. Services include:

· Wet and dry chemical analysis and reporting
· Hazardous materials testing and reporting
· Chemical warfare materials analysis and reporting
· Flow cytometry
· Standard culture and gram stain analysis for anthrax using Army methods