Implantação de uma unidade de produtos perigosos no CBMAM

Abstract

This study proposes the implementation of a Hazardous Materials Unit within the Amazonas Military Firefighters Corps (CBMAM) as a strategic measure to establish a specialized emergency response model, focused on technical efficiency, safety, and prevention. The initiative is crucial for addressing the growing demands of Manaus, driven by the concentration of the industrial hub, transport routes, and storage facilities for high-risk chemical substances. The methodology employed a quali-quantitative approach, based on the analysis of operational records and a literature review. The results confirmed that this institutional specialization provides benefits that transcend immediate response, such as the expansion of technical capacity for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) interventions, and the enhancement of the physical, cognitive, and psychological readiness of the personnel. For the proposal’s effectiveness, investment in logistical structure, individual and collective protective equipment, and continuous training programs is necessary. It is concluded that the creation of this unit is essential for maximizing the operational efficiency of the CBMAM, reducing the negative impacts of accidents and ensuring better protection rates for life, property, and the environment.