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Anti Terrorism Accreditation Board (ATAB) Founded in 2001, ATAB in conjunction with the International Society of Anti Terrorism Professionals, the International Society of Anti Terrorism Professionals leaders in Government, military, and the private security industry, as well as key members of law enforcement, fire departments, Emergency Medical Services, and other first responders determined the education, training, and experience requirements for a first responder to safely and successfully prepare for and respond to terrorist events. ATAB eventually assumed the lead role in the development and implementation of standardized anti-terrorism training and certification programs.   Shortly after the September 11th attacks, many industry experts agreed that it was blatantly evident that a significant number of first responders lacked the proper equipment and training to safely respond to a terrorist incident. While some attempts were made by various security and law enforcement personnel and industry associations to advise their members and others how to safely respond, some of the prescribed methods (e.g., wearing a wet T-Shirt across the face to prevent inhalation of mercury and other heavy metal vapors present on the scene) proved grossly inadequate. Other experts touted the use of bulky manuals, hastily developed checklists, virtual seminars, and other training methods to educate responders. Again, these efforts provided less than optimal results.   Several ATAB members volunteered their time, resources, and expertise to develop several slide presentations for first responder leadership in an effort to train the trainer on the appropriate response to terrorist incidents. ATAB subsequently funded, produced, and distributed more than 2000 copies of these materials, free of charge, to the brave men and women supporting the rescue and recovery efforts in New York. Their comments, recommendations, and constructive suggestions were overwhelmingly positive, prompting ATAB to expand its efforts, including the development of anti-terrorism training and certification programs.   ATAB acts as a qualified source of information and training. Our member list reads like a “who's who” in the security and counter terrorism communities. Some of our members conduct training for State and Federal responders. Others provide services to the military. Still others fill education and training voids for interested individuals that are not affiliated with government or other authorities. Since many of our members are employed in positions of authority, trust and responsibility, we maintain strict confidentiality and do not, under any circumstance, disclose personal information without the expressed, written consent of the member. In short, ATAB identifies gaps in current response methodologies, develops cutting edge training and certification programs, and makes them available to interested parties. We are proud of the fact that we have trained over 46,000 first responders and other anti-terrorism professionals around the world.   ATAB Code of Professional Ethics & Standards and Privacy Policy   ATAB Mission Statement 1. To educate Government, military, law enforcement, security, firefighters, Emergency Medical Services, and civilians about the potential threat of terrorist attacks, and how to both prevent and respond to these attacks. 2. To promote a pro-active mindset in the interdiction of terrorist threats against the United States of America and it's allies. 3. To seek out and expose the methods of 4th generation warfare that pose a threat against the United States of America and it's allies, and provide a methodology for the proper response, and prevention of those methods of attack. 4. To educate and encourage all citizens of the United States of America to be aware of, and prepare for, the threat of domestic and global terrorism. 5. To serve as the hub of communication for all professionals actively involved in counter-terrorism efforts at all levels. 6. To provide both the information and training that will facilitate the maximum efficiency of all counter-terrorism efforts within the United States of America.   Contact ATAB For information regarding ATAB, training and certification programs, or questions please contact us via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Membership applications and requests for waiver may be submitted via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at (703) 310-7482 or via fax (404) 506-9049.zzz