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The project is split into three parts: 1. Decontamination of workplaces and vehicles: this includes gradual adjustments to everyday standard operating procedures, and training personnel in how to implement them. 2. Training: raising awareness among staff that microdoses of psychoactive substances can cause clinical symptoms and what the effects on human health are, of how psychoactive substance contamination can spread and the range of spread, and of how to identify and prevent risks, particularly through the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing. A range of audio-visual materials, info sheets and practical training exercises is used. Because of the nature of the operations carried out by personnel at risk of exposure to microdoses of narcotics, collective measures may be difficult to implement at some sites and therefore personal protective measures are essential. The hands-on training programme raises awareness of the risks and promotes good safety and health practices for the handling of evidence, the care of service vehicles and clothing, and procedures carried out before, during and after narcotics operations. There is a particular emphasis on improving the level of individual protection and training personnel in the appropriate use of personal protective equipment through practical examples, creating training laboratories and professional consulting. 3. Specific therapy: this combines techniques aimed at detoxifying the human body, promoting physical fitness and helping individuals to cope with stress. Trials are under way of a specific therapy aimed at enabling individuals to better handle the effects of exposure to microdoses of psychoactive substances. The therapy involves neuro- and audio-visual stimulation and a tailored nutrition plan. Affected individuals and their families are also offered psychosocial support. Detoxikon also focuses on data collection and dissemination among the scientific community, and the practical application of the most up-to-date scientific knowledge. What was achieved? More than 1,000 personnel, mainly from drug enforcement units, forensic services, and investigation departments of the customs authorities and mobile supervision units, both in Czechia and other countries, received training from 2014 to 2018. The procedures for workplace decontamination led to a reduction in long-term damage to health. Exposed workers showed a decrease in symptomatic indications of intoxication such as non-specific headache, gastrointestinal tract complications, muscle spasms and cramps, lack of concentration and mental imbalance, as well as an increase in the ability to handle work tasks and stress.

Level of Education: Continuing vocational education and training

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