CBRN 1 Flashcards
What does CBRN stand for?
Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear
Once Issued, how many Combopens would you receive?
3
When is the Chemical Immediate Decontamination Drill carried out?
After completing the IA Drill
What colour does the three colour detector paper turn when in contact with blister agent?
Red
A casualty complains of the following symptoms; hoarseness of the throat, red eyes, red skin and eyes closed in pain. What agent has he/she been exposed to?
Blister Agent
What is the time interval between injecting each Combopen?
15 minutes
How long after a chemical attack must the local commander wait prior to ordering the starting of the unmasking procedure?
5 minutes
How long does a trained person have to don his/her respirator?
9 seconds
The Respirator will provide protection for and against what?
Nose, eyes, throat, lungs and face from Chemical and Biological Agents and Radioactive dust
What colour is a chemical warning sign?
Yellow with red lettering
How many NAPS are contained in each packet?
21
A person injects him/herself with a Combopen in the absence of Nerve Agent poisoning, what will he/she suffer from?
Atropine poisoning
How do you decontaminate yourself after a nucleur attack?
Brushing, wiping, dusting and shaking
What agents will 3-colour detector paper detect?
Nerve and Blister agents
What is the coloyr of a Nuclear Warning sign?
White with Black lettering