CBRNE 10.01 - Element Protection Practices Flashcards
What are six criteria of unique challenges the CAF faces for CBRNE?
- Threat;
- Detection, Identification, and Monitoring;
- Information management;
- Physical protection;
- Hazard management; and
- Medical countermeasures and support
What does the Electronic Dosimeter (ED) do?
SOR/R Electronic Dosimeter (ED) detects and measures gamma radiation
When would an SOR/R Electronic Dosimeter emit an alarm?
- When dose rate or accumulated dose exceeds preset alarm levels
- Also has a low battery/failure alarm
What is the most likely type of biological attack?
Toxic weapons
What are the most common types of CBRNE threats to land forces?
- Nuclear attacks
- Chemical attacks
Land combat elements are controlled by what three mobile HQs?
- Main HQ
- Tactical HQ
- Rear HQ
What is the objective of the Main HQ?
Main HQ controls operations
What is the objective of the Tactical HQ?
Tactical HQ allows the commander to move forward rapidly with only a few support staff
What is the objective of the Rear HQ?
Rear HQ provides the necessary support and maintenance functions
Why must CBRNE elements attached to land formations have Main, Tactical, and Rear HQs?
CBRNE elements must have this redundancy capability, as major HQs are usually seen as a priority nuclear target, and a very valuable chemical one
What does COLPRO stand for?
Collective Protection
What three factors can rapidly degrade the effectiveness of COLPRO filters?
- Dust
- Dirt
- Moisture
What is the function of the Portable Radiological Air Sampler?
Portable Radiological Air Sampler used to collect samples of airborne radiological contamination
Air sampler acts as an active monitoring/alerting system, true or false?
False
What can the Air Sampler be used for?
- Collection of pre-deployment samples to
establish a record of background levels - Surveys of current areas of interest
- End of deployment samples to record “as left” conditions
- During radiological incidents to establish
a record of exposure
What is the 4WARN System?
Bio Sentry IC (4WARN) System is a real-time alarming point-detection system that continuously monitors aerosolized biological agents
How does the 4WARN system work?
4WARN System works by distinguishing and counting particles containing living organisms from all other background particles
What is the primary threat to naval ships in the open ocean?
Nuclear weapons
Why are naval ships more vulnerable in port?
Ships are usually static with open hatches to allow storing/maintenance
Maneuvering ships and submarines are difficult chemical/biological targets, true or false?
True
Describe the Shipboard Chemical Detection System (SCDS)
Shipboard Chemical Detection System is fitted on all major CF warships to provide nerve and blister agent warning, with some capability against Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs).
What is the most critical aspect of maritime CBRNE?
Sufficient warning time
Allows ship/task group to take defensive action. Often going to sea to avoid the hazard
What is one of the most vulnerable situations for naval vessels at sea?
Resupply, if there is no spare PPE
What makes makes maritime hazard management more manageable?
Citadel system, provided there is adequate intel/warning
What is the biggest threat to aircraft in flight?
Nuclear weapons
Why are chemical and biological attacks less of a threat to aircraft?
Chemical and biological threats are deployed close to the ground and remain at low altitudes
What type of aircraft are more vulnerable to chemical and biological threats?
Tactical helicopters
Medical treatment facilities (MTFs) should be deployed in contamination free areas, or use ______________
COLPRO Systems
What types of medical treatments are performed at Point of Wounding
- Self/buddy aid
- Masking and first aid given
- HI-6/Atropine autoinjectors
- Gross decontamination
What types of medical treatments are performed at Casualty Collection Point (CCP)
- Med A/Med Tech triage and initial stabilizing
care - Casualty treated while still wearing IPE
- Operational-Level decontamination of casualty
(time permitting)
What types of medical treatments are performed at Role 1 UMS
- Casualty examined by medical officer or
physician assistant - Stabilizing treatment is performed
- Casualty decontaminated as time/resources
allow - If decontamination isn’t possible, separate clean
and contaminated casualties
What are the three roles of the CDC?
- Triage and necessary emergency medical treatment for all types of CBRNE casualties
- Prevent contamination of clean MTFs using diligent applications of casualty decontamination processes.
- Permit healthcare providers in clean MTFs to provide care while at other than Dress State 4 with mask.
