Making the Unknown Known: A New Standard for HazMat Command

This white paper explains how modern HazMat teams enhance decision‑making under pressure by rapidly identifying gases, establishing shared situational awareness, and maintaining defensible actions throughout an incident. It also highlights how connected field intelligence improves coordination, reduces operational risk, and minimizes unnecessary disruptions. Readers will gain a clear understanding of how integrated tools like XplorIR and Team Leader strengthen response effectiveness from initial assessment through after‑action reporting.