This manual provides comprehensive guidance on surviving nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) threats, drawing from U.S. Armed Forces expertise. It aims to equip civilians with practical knowledge and procedures to protect themselves and their families from terrorist attacks involving NBC agents, adapting military-grade survival information for widespread public use.

This guide is presented as an essential resource, adapting U.S. Armed Forces survival information for civilian application. Its predecessor, The U.S. Armed Forces Survival Manual, achieved significant sales, suggesting a strong market interest in practical, authoritative survival advice. The content focuses on actionable steps for protection and survival in the face of NBC threats, indicating a practical and instructional approach.