CBRN Operations Flashcards
What is worn during MOPP Level 0?
Nothing. IPE and Field gear are carried.
What is worn during MOPP Level 1?
Over garment (Jacket) and field gear.
What is worn during MOPP Level 2?
Over garment (Jacket), Field Gear, and Footwear covers
What is worn during MOPP Level 3?
Over garment (Jacket), Field Gear, Footwear covers, mask and hood
What is worn during MOPP Level 4?
Over garment (Jacket), Field Gear, Footwear covers, Mask and hood, Gloves
What does JSLIST stand for?
Joint Service Lightweight Integrated Suit Technology
What Does MOPP stand for?
Mission Oriented Protective Posture
Under an NBC attack, when do you give warning?
After you mask
What are the proper masking procedures?
Stop breathing and close your eyes, don the protective mask, clear mask, check the seal of the mask, sound the alarm to alert other, and continue mission.
What does C.B.R.N. stand for?
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear
NBC Hazard are classified into two types, what are they?
- Immediate hazards - which produce casualties immediately after attack
- Residual Hazards- Which are delayed effects
What will replace the Nerve Agent Antidote Kit based on shelf life expiration dates?
The Antidote Treatment, Nerve Agent Auto Injector
What is the number of Antidote Treatment Nerve Agent Autoinjector that must be given as immediate first aid treatment for nerve agent poisoning?
3
Alarms and signals convey warnings of NBC contamination. Units use easily recognizable and reliable alarm methods to respond quickly and correctly to NBC hazards. What are the three types of alarms and signals?
- Audible Alarms
- Automatic Alarms
- Visual Signals
What Field Manual covers NBC Operations?
FM 3-11
What Field Manual covers NBC Protection?
FM 3-11.4
What Field Manual covers NBC Decontamination?
FM 3-5
What is FM 3-7?
NBC Handbook
What forms do Chemical Agents come in?
- Vapors
- Solids
- Liquids
- Gases
Soldiers in MOPP 4 may lose how much water per hour through perspiration?
1 quart or more
When fitting the protective mask, in what sequence should the straps be tightened?
- Forehead straps
- Cheek straps
- Temple straps
Which of the NBC reports is most widely used?
NBC 1
What are the three types of procedures for MOPP gear exchange?
- Buddy team
- Triple buddy
- Individual
What are the three fundamentals of NBC defense?
- Avoid contamination
- Protection
- Decontamination
How long should you apply pressure when using the Auto Injector?
10 Seconds
What two types of gas will the protective mask not protect you against?
- Ammonia Vapors
2. Carbon monoxide
When giving Buddy Aid, whose auto injectors would you use?
The victims own injector
Once a unit has masked, who can make the decision to unmask?
The unit commander
What is the shape of the contamination markers?
Triangle
What type of attack does a M22 ACADA alarm warn you of?
Chemical
What are the three levels of Decontamination?
- Immediate
- Operational
- Thorough
How often should you check your protective mask during peacetime?
Before, during, and after training events. Also, monthly and semi-annually. However, the minimum is Monthly.
What are the 9 mild symptoms of nerve agent poisoning?
- Unexplained runny nose and headache
- Sudden drooling
- Difficulty seeing
- Tightness in the chest
- Localized sweating and muscle twitching
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea
- Rapid heartbeat followed by slow heartbeat
What are the 11 sever symptoms of nerve agent poisoning?
- Strange or confused behavior
- Wheezing and coughing
- Severely pinpointed pupils
- Red eyes with tearing
- Vomiting
- Severe muscle twitching
- Involuntary urination and defecation
- Convulsions
- Unconsciousness
- Respiratory failure
- Slow heartbeat
When crossing a contaminated area, what 2 things should you avoid doing?
Stirring up dust and touching anything
Of the 3 Nerve, Blood, and Blister agents, which causes the most casualties?
Nerve agents
How should an area that is suspected of contamination be crossed?
Quickly, avoiding depressions and vegetation
What are the 3 effects of nuclear explosion?
- Blast
- Heat
- Radiation
What is the color of a Nuclear (radiological) contamination marker?
White background with ATOM in black letters
What is the current U.S. Policy regarding the use of Nuclear assets?
Last resort. Will use first only if necessary
What are Flash Burns?
Direct burns produced by the flash of thermal radiation from the fireball
What causes the most casualties in a nuclear attack?
The initial blast and the heat of detonation
What is the difference between Dose Rate and Total Dose?
- Dose rate is the amount of radiation per hour.
2. Total dose is the actual accumulation.
Who has the authority to order the use of nuclear weapons?
Only the President of the U.S.
what are the 3 types of nuclear bursts?
- Air
- Ground
- Subsurface
An NBC-1 report is used to determine what?
The initial detection of NBC Weapons usage by the enemy
What FM covers Nuclear Contamination Avoidance?
FM 3-11.3
For maximum radiation effect, which nuclear burst would you use?
Air burst
What is the best way to protect against Biological agents?
Personal hygiene
What is a vector?
An insect used to disseminate biological agents
What is the current U.S. policy regarding the use of Biological assets?
No use
What is meant by Biological Warfare?
The intentional use by an enemy, of germs or toxins, to cause death and disease among personnel, animals, plants, or more rarely, to deteriorate material
What is the color of a Biological contamination marker?
Blue background with BIO red letters
What does FM 3-3 cover?
CBRN Avoidance
What are the 4 types of microorganisms found in Biological agents?
- Bacteria
- Fungi
- Rickettsiae
- Viruses
What is the best decontamination for Biological agents?
Warm soapy water
Where would a biological attack be most effective?
Cites, large troop concentrations, animals and vegetable crops
How may Chemical Agents be deployed?
- Arterial spray
- Artillery bombs
- Individuals
- Mines
- Rockets
What are the most effective times to use chemical agents?
Evening and early morning
What categories are Chemical agents classified by the U.S.?
- Persistent
- Non-persistent
- Dusty
What is the current U.S. policy regarding the use of Chemical assets?
No First Use
What is the color of the Chemical contamination marker?
Yellow with GAS in Red letters
What are the 4 types of Chemical agents?
- Nerve
- Blister
- Blood
- Choking
