Resource Library

Resource Library

CBRN Threat Security

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Chemical Infragard

2 Apr 2009 InfraGard represents one of the original efforts by the FBI to enhance this two-way dialogue with private industry and academia more...

FBI-DHS Hazardous Materials Advisory

2 Apr 2009 The primary mission of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is to prevent an act of terrorism against the United States of America. more...

Crisis & Risk Management

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Emergency Planning Guidelines for American Businesses Abroad

1 Jun 2005 Disasters can strike randomly and unpredictably. To be prepared for a wide variety of emergencies that can occur with little warning, American private organizations abroad should be involved in planning for such events.Adequate planning requires an emergency action plan that prevents or minimizes the loss of life and or limb, material damage, and loss of their functions and a post-disaster plan that expedites recovery. more...

Model Contingency/Evacuation Plan

1 Jun 2005 The following plan is general in nature and is intended to serve as a model in various locations where such is needed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. more...

Emergency Planning Handbook (Feb 2007)

1 Jun 2005 The primary purpose of this pamphlet is to assist individuals and organizations in preparing a comprehensive and readily usable plan to handle emergency situations. more...

Diplomatic Missions

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U.S. Dept. of State Regulations on Ordered and Authorized Departure

24 Apr 2006 Official language from 3 FAM 3700 explaining travel restrictions placed on U.S. Government employees to posts currently in Authorized or Ordered Departure status. more...

Economic Espionage

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Economic Espionage Collection Methodologies You must be an OSAC Constituent or Associate to view this content.

26 Apr 2007 Intelligence collectors seldom use one method in isolation to collect information from their target but, rather, combine various methodologies into concerted collection programs. Although countries or corporations have been known to turn legitimate transactions or business relationships into clandestine collection opportunities, some of the methods listed are most often used for legitimate purposes. more...

Facility Security

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Security Guidelines for American Enterprises Abroad

1 Jun 2005 The implementation of security guidelines contained in this publication could reduce the vulnerability of American private sector enterprises abroad to criminal or terrorist acts. It is recognized that some of the recommended guidelines cannot easily be implemented at existing facilities. more...

Financial

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International Financial Scams

11 Apr 2008 This report addresses the great number of financial scams originating from overseas. Individual Americans have lost considerable money on these scams, ranging from a few hundred dollars to hundreds of thousands of dollars. This report will help identify the indicators of some common scams and actions that can be taken. more...

Information Security

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Cybersecurity for Electronic Devices

21 Feb 2006 When you think about cybersecurity, remember that electronics such as cell phones and PDAs may also be vulnerable to attack. Take appropriate precautions to limit your risk more...

Personal Security and Living Abroad

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"419" Financial Scams

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Warden Message: Nigeria Phone Threat Scam

31 Mar 2008 This Warden Message is being issued to inform American citizens of a relatively new scheme to defraud members of the public. This scheme appears to target the middle and upper classes of Nigerian society, as well as the expatriate community. It capitalizes on individual fears and perceptions with respect to the present security situation in Nigeria. more...

Terrorism

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Radicalization Reading List You must be an OSAC Constituent or Associate to view this content.

28 Jun 2007 This reading list is provided for OSAC constituents who would like to learn more about the threat of radicalization. Books in the list below include information not just on Islamic radicalization, but also on radicalization of many other individuals and groups - from Timothy McVeigh to Aum Shinrikyo of Japan. Please log on with your password to view the list. more...

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