The monograph is the result of theoretical research on foreign and domestic literature on emergencies caused by the misuse of hazardous materials for terrorist purposes. It was created in an effort to answer numerous questions that have intentionally or unintentionally been shrouded in mystery, yet are simultaneously the subject of multi-standard treatment of terrorism, leading to numerous security challenges for individuals, societies, states, and the international community. In this regard, I have endeavored to offer modern answers to contemporary security problems. The extent to which I have succeeded in doing so will be judged by the readers. Therefore, I eagerly await criticisms and advice to improve future editions of the book. On this occasion, I express my gratitude to my professors Dr. Dragan Mlađan and Dr. Saša Mijalković for their selfless expert support and constructive criticisms. The monograph analyzes the tasks of emergency response services (police, fire and rescue units, and emergency medical services) in emergencies caused by the misuse of hazardous materials. Special attention is given to the organization of work, the so-called "8-step management," and the safety of members of these services. Thus, the focus is on emergencies that, due to the misuse of hazardous materials, require the execution of specific tasks by one or more emergency response services. Given that there must be a clear delineation of tasks with precisely defined responsibilities between these services, the analysis pays special attention to their tasks as defined by law. Accordingly, particular emphasis is placed on the tasks of securing and processing the crime scene conducted by the police, with a special focus on its role in coordinating other security services. When it comes to firefighters and rescuers, the emphasis is on considering the tactics of rescuing the injured and extinguishing fires in hazardous environments. An overview is also provided of the emergency medical service, which must adapt its organization of providing first aid to the new circumstances. Therefore, special attention is given to triage, transportation, and hospital preparation for receiving the injured. Recognizing the importance and necessity of effective coordination of the work of these services, the importance of understanding and analyzing their organization and operations at the scene of a terrorist act is emphasized. This is done from the perspective of the globally developed and implemented standard of the so-called "Eight Step Process," primarily aimed at coordinating work in terrorist emergencies. Finally, potential dangers to the lives and health of service members in the process of mitigating the consequences are pointed out, with special emphasis on protective measures. Keywords: 1. emergency situation 2. hazardous materials 3. emergency response services 4. "8-step" standards 5. police 6. fire and rescue units 7. emergency medical services 8. safety 9. hazardous environment 10. terrorism. Referenca - Cvetković, V. (2013). Interventno-spasilačke službe u vanrednim situacijama: Beograd: Zadužbina Andrejević.