art 2 Chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear emergency
(1) A fire and rescue authority must make provision in its area for the purposes of— (a) removing chemical, biological or radio-active contaminants from people in the event of an emergency involving the release or potential release of such contaminants; and (b) containing, for a reasonable period, any water used for a purpose mentioned in sub-paragraph (a). (2) In taking action for a purpose mentioned in paragraph (1) a fire and rescue authority must make arrangements for ensuring that reasonable steps are taken to prevent or limit serious harm to the environment.