What kind of personnel is typically found in the Hot zone?

The Hot zone, also known as the exclusion zone, is the area immediately surrounding a hazardous material incident where contamination is likely to occur. Personnel allowed in this area must be specially trained to handle the hazards present, making specialized hazmat teams the correct answer. These teams have the skills and equipment necessary to assess the situation, mitigate hazards, and perform rescues if necessary while protecting themselves from exposure to hazardous substances.

Individuals such as medics, security teams, and logistic officers generally operate in safety zones that are outside the Hot zone. Medics may handle patients and provide medical intervention, but they do so in the cold or warm zones where they can safely interact with victims without risk of contamination. Security teams are primarily responsible for ensuring the perimeter is secure and managing access to the site, while logistic officers focus on the coordination of resources and support, staying away from direct contact with hazardous materials. Thus, they do not operate in the Hot zone where the risks are significantly greater.