The Complete Terrorism Survival Guide: How to Travel, Work & Live in Safety,9781578231300

The Complete Terrorism Survival Guide: How to Travel, Work & Live in Safety

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ISBN13: 9781578231300
ISBN10: 1578231302
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2003-03-01
Publisher(s): Not Applicable
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Summary

Argues that individuals must help safeguard themselves from terrorism and offers safety tips for the home and for travelers, as well as advice to protect against identity theft and other risks.

Table of Contents

Preface
Chapter 1 The Philosophy of Security
1.01. The End of Innocence
1.02. Why Governments Exist
1.03. The Terrorist Mind
1.04. What the Future Holds
1.05. Proactive Security
1.06. Recommended Online Reading
Chapter 2 The Nature of the Threat
2.01. A Perilous Future
2.02. Hijackings, Carjackings, Etc.
2.03. Conventional Explosives
2.04. Chemical Weapons
2.05. Bioterrorism
2.06. Nuclear and 'Dirty' Bombs
2.07. Cyberterrorism
2.08. Thieves and Imposters
2.09. Recommended Online Reading
Chapter 3 How to Protect Yourself and Your Family
3.01. How to Assess Your Risk
3.02. Becoming Security-Minded
3.03. Basic Safety Precautions
3.04. Educating Children
3.05. Computer and Internet Security
3.06. The Safest Way to Handle Mail
3.07. Detecting Lethal Letters and Parcels
3.08. Lethal Mail Emergencies
3.09. Biohazard Avoidance
3.10. Spotting Suspicious Behavior
3.11. Are You Being Followed?
3.12. Ambushes and Assassinations
3.13. Gunfire, Grenades and Bombs
3.14. Explosions, Fires and Collapses
3.15. Surviving as a Hostage
3.16. Mass Attacks with Invisibles
3.17. Did Terrorists Poison You?
3.18. Nuclear Reactor Emergencies
3.19. Mass Destruction Attacks
3.20. Surviving a Nuclear Blast
3.21. Tips for the Elderly and Disabled
3.22. Dealing with Stress
3.23. Helping Children Cope
3.24. Recommended Online Reading
Chapter 4 How to Travel Safely in General
4.01. Everyday Commuting
4.02. Getting Informed
4.03. Flying Smart
4.04. Air Travel Security Rules
4.05. Young or Disabled Air Travelers
4.06. Selecting a Hotel
4.07. Extra Security Precautions
4.08. Dealing with Violence
4.09. Tips for Women
4.10. Sexual Assault
4.11. Carjacking Survival
4.12. Hijacking Survival
4.13. Airplane Evacuation
4.14. Corporate Travel Procedures
4.15. Recommended Online Reading
Chapter 5 How to Travel Safely Abroad
5.01. Out of Harm's Way
5.02. Staying Connected
5.03. Foreign Airline Safety
5.04. Avoiding Danger
5.05. Streetwise Advice
5.06. Staying Healthy
5.07. If All Goes Wrong,
5.08. Kidnapping Survival
5.09. Recommended Online Reading
Chapter 6 How to Safeguard Your Money and Identity
6.01. Fraud and Identity Theft
6.02. Prophylactic Measures
6.03. Lost or Stolen Cards
6.04. SSN and Check Theft
6.05. Restoring Your Credit
6.06. Cyberterrorism Precautions
6.07. Terror-Related Internet Scams
6.08. Planning Ahead
6.09. Recommended Online Reading
Chapter 7 How to Protect Your Business and Buildings
7.01. The Threat Matrix
7.02. Security Doctrine
7.03. Personnel Safety
7.04. Physical Security
7.05. Reducing Vulnerabilities
7.06. Emergency Preparedness
7.07. Mail Handling
7.08. Bomb Threats and Explosions
7.09. Information Systems Security
7.10. Contingency and Continuity Planning
7.11. Recommended Online Reading
Appendices
Appendix A International Terrorist Groups
Appendix B A Chronology of Terror
Appendix C Where to Get Help and Information
Index

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