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Management von Pulverfunden - Management of powder finds - Information for the fire brigade

Published on 29 October 2025
Procedures and first-response guidance for handling suspicious powders and hazardous substances, including ATF support and sample management.
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Management von Pulverfunden - Management of powder finds - Information for the fire brigade

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Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance/ Robert Koch Institute.
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This document provides step-by-step guidance for first responders dealing with suspicious powders and potentially hazardous substances. It covers initial site assessment, safety measures, containment, coordination with police, fire services, and health authorities, as well as sample collection, packaging, and transport. The guidelines include the involvement of specialised units such as the Analytical Task Force (ATF) for on-site analysis and support in CBRN incidents.

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Hazard types

CBRNE

DRM Phases

Response

Geographic focus

Germany all Europe/EU

Sectors

Education & Training

Risk drivers

Changing security landscape Environmental degradation Technological developments