EMBRACE Biotoxin Task Force - PPE Standards for Bio Incidents
PPE Standards for Biotoxin Incidents
In the second of the series, this short duration, high impact micro-webinar is designed to take complex scientific developments and innovations and make them accessible to responders and CBRN practitioners. In an informal discussion, inviting your involvement, the session will discuss:
- Summary of existing PPE standards
- ongoing standardisation work
- implications for interoperability and responder safety.Current PPE categories
Hosted by: Prof David Crouch
Chair of the EMBRACE Biotoxin Task Force
David is a globally recognised expert in Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) defence and hazardous materials (HazMat) management, with over 30 years’ experience across defence, security, emergency response, and civil nuclear sectors. Head of the CBRN & Survivability Group at Cranfield University, leading the development of advanced HazMat response capabilities, respiratory protection programmes and operational guidance for first responders.
Special Guest: Brian Tait
Group Regulatory Approvals Manager, Respirex International Ltd
Brian is a highly respected figure in the field of chemical protective equipment and CBRN response capability. He is Chairman of RESPIREX, a UK-based specialist manufacturer renowned for advanced respiratory protection, gas-tight chemical suits, and integrated PPE systems used by emergency responders, defence organisations, and industry worldwide.
The EMBRACE - BTF Micro-Webinar Series
Delivered as part of the EMBRACE Biotox Hub, this series showcases the practical focus of the Biotoxin Task Force - a dedicated community of experts addressing real-world biological hazard challenges. Designed specifically for first responders and operational practitioners, the series explores critical topics including PPE and respiratory protection, detection and identification of biological agents, standards and interoperability, and emerging tools to support safe, effective response. Each session translates cutting-edge research and specialist insight into operationally relevant guidance, supporting fire and rescue services, emergency medical personnel, and response agencies in strengthening preparedness, safety, and confidence when dealing with biological threats.