Recent terrorist events have created the need for people handling pesticides and fertilizers to re-evaluate the security of those materials. There are a number of concerns about materials that can be poisonous or explosive ending up in the wrong hands. Fortunately, fall and winter months afford us some time to think about current security measures and make any improvements in physical facilities or policies that appear vulnerable.
The Nebraska Pesticide Program would like you to consider the following:
While the NDA wants the public to avoid developing unneeded paranoia about their security, we also feel it is prudent to raise your awareness of the issues impacting all of us in today's world. If you would like further information on security issues or sentinel events, contact Tammy Zimmerman at 402-471-2351.
The FBI requests that you expeditiously report any threats or suspicious behavior to your local FBI field office. A listing of FBI field offices can be found on the FBI website.
For additional information and guidelines concerning this topic, consult the following resources:
The Fertilizer Institute Brochures and Posters
National Institute of Justice
Security Management Online
UNL's Safe Transport, Storage, and Disposal publication