NEVADA TEST SITE
KEY FACILITIES
Federal Radiological Monitoring and Assessment Center
The Federal Radiological Monitoring and Assessment Center (FRMAC) is one of the NNSA Nevada Site Office-administered emergency response resources, also called assets. The center collects radiological information, including plume and deposition predictions, concentrations, exposure rates, and meteorological forecasts. The gathered data along with sample analysis, evaluations, and assessments are then distributed to the necessary bodies in the affected areas. The FRMAC coordinates local, state, and federal radiological monitoring and assessment during major emergencies
Nuclear Emergency Support Team
The Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST), an NNSA program, provides specialized technical expertise to the Federal specialized response teams in resolving nuclear or radiological terrorist incidents. NEST capabilities include search and identification of nuclear materials, diagnostics and assessment of suspected nuclear devices, technical operations in support of render safe procedures, and packaging for transport to final disposition.
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