BRIAN T. BENNETT, PHD, has more than 30 years of experience in the chemical manufacturing industry dealing with health and safety, emergency response, and security/counter-terrorism. He was Chair of the New Jersey Domestic Security Task Force Infrastructure Advisory Committee for the chemical sector for four years. Dr. Bennett is a certified Firefighter, Fire Officer, Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor, Hazardous Materials Specialist, and Weapons of Mass Destruction Technician. Dr. Bennett holds certifications as an instructor in firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, technical rescue, weapons of mass destruction, and counter-terrorism topics. Dr. Bennett has attained many professional certifications, including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), Registered Environmental Professional (REP), and Certified in Homeland Security (CHS-IV).