TABLE I.

Benefits of Biomonitoring in Emergency Response

Benefits
Measures actual body burden
Augments other exposure monitoring tools
Captures all exposure routes, including dermal
May detect unexpected exposures or unexpected routes of exposure
Evaluates the effectiveness of control measures, including PPE
May provide biomarkers of potential health risks
Enhances individual or group risk assessments
Provides valuable information regarding risk communication to emergency responders, including reassurance in cases where exposure is insignificant