TEPP "tools" have been developed to assist responders
along the shipping corridors in preparing for an incident involving
radiological materials/wastes. These tools provide a standardized
approach to transportation emergency preparedness planning.
Needs Assessment: The Needs Assessment is divided into two sections,
planning and training and the flow chart follows the path of each. Even if the
assessment reveals adequate planning and training, the conduct of a drill or
exercise can be used to validate the assessment results. If the assessment
reveals improvements areas, the model plans and procedures and training provided
should be implemented. (Click here for an electronic version).
Procedures: TEPP model procedures have been developed to assist the responder
jurisdiction in modifying their existing emergency plans and procedures to address a
radiological transportation accident. The procedures are not all-inclusive, but were
developed to meet the minimum national guidance for responding to a radiological transportation
accident. The procedures are designed for use by trained and qualified emergency responders,
and additional procedural requirements may be implemented according to appropriate state,
tribal, or local requirements. There are six procedures that can be incorporated into
existing standard operating procedures:
: The Needs Assessment is divided into two sections,
planning and training and the flow chart follows the path of each. Even if the
assessment reveals adequate planning and training, the conduct of a drill or
exercise can be used to validate the assessment results. If the assessment
reveals improvements areas, the model plans and procedures and training provided
should be implemented. (Click 
for an electronic version).
