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Protective Services

WSTF’s security, fire, and medical services safeguard the facility, properties, personnel, visitors, and operations from harm. Whether the danger is manmade or natural, The Protective Services team is prepared, ready, and able to respond to any situation that threatens the wellbeing of the site. Protective Services’ responsibilities include enforcing state and federal laws and administrative regulations, providing emergency medical care, fire and rescue services, and providing an appropriate incident response to any situation.

Fire and Emergency

WSTF’s on-site fire department responds immediately to any emergency providing a full complement of fire suppression, technical and swift water rescue, hazardous materials response, and emergency medical services, including basic and advanced life support and emergency medical transportation.

WSTF Fire Department using Emergency techniques
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Facility Access

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WSTF is a controlled-access facility and access to the site is enforced by the security team.
Security officers screen and verify the identity of all employees and visitors before they enter.

Physical Security

WSTF’s security officers protect the workforce, assets, and facility from serious loss or damage. Advance preparations, training, and planning provide formidable protection from burglary, theft, vandalism, workplace violence, terrorism, fire, and natural disasters.

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HazMat Response

HazMat Suits at WSTF
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Hazardous materials response is available 24-hours a day, seven days a week and provides immediate response to hazardous material releases on the site.
Hazmat response are responsible for the containment and mitigation of any hazardous agents as well as the medical treatment of any victims at the scene of the release.  

Emergency Management

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Unpredictable events happen and WSTF’s Emergency Management team has contingency plans in place to protect people and assets, keeping them out of harm’s way.
Protocols have been developed with local, regional, and federal agencies for a coordinated response to emergency situations.

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