Common Core: Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (CBR) Warfare Flashcards
What are Chemical Hazards?
Intended for use in military operations to kill, seriously injure, or incapacitate. The US does not use Chemical Weapons.
What are Biological Hazards?
- The intentional release of living organisms or substances produced by living organisms that cause death or desease to man, domestic animals, crops, etc. -The US does not use biological weapons.
- Bacteria, rickets, viruses, and fungi
What are Radiological Hazards?
The employment of nuclear weapons to destroy property and personnel.
What is active defense in CBRN Defense Operations?
Mesures taken to defeat an attack with CBRN weapons by employing actions to divert, neutralize, or destroy those weapons or their means of delivery while en-route to their targets.
- Missile defense, end defense, special operations, security operations.
What is passive defense in CBRN Defense Operations?
Measures taken to minimize or negate the vulnerability and effects of CBRN attacks.
What are the three passive defense principles?
- Contamination avoidance of CBRN hazards.
- Protection of individuals, units, and equipment.
- Decontamination to restore operational capabilities.
What are common actions pre-attack, during, and post attack?
- Designating proposed decontamination sites.
- Implementing Coordinated NBC Defense Plan.
- Preparing to provide Primary Care for unit casualties.
- Determining and implementing MOPP.
What are nuclear actions pre-attack, during, and post attack?
Pre-attack: Selecting the right shelters, fortifying, and protecting vital equipment. Gamma and neutron radiation protection.
During: Drop facedown with feet towards the blast. Protect head and torso.
Post Attack: Check for radioactive contaminates and decontaminate immediately.
What are biological actions pre-attack, during, and post attack?
Pre-attack: Personal health maintenance and realistic training.
During: Assume MOPP 4.
Post Attack: Decontaminate. Identify and treat symptoms. Isolate individuals showing symptoms.
What are chemical actions pre-attack, during, and post attack?
Pre-attack: Deploy and activate detectors. Watch for attack indicators. Designate and prepare shelters.
During: Give Attack Warning, take cover, and use MOPP4.
Post Attack: Obtain and report evidence of attach. Document exposure. Chemical filter exchange.
What are toxic industrial material actions pre-attack, during, and post attack?
Pre-attack: Identify the TIM used in the area. Assess the need for special detectors or PPE.
During: Alert HHQ, adjacent, and subordinate units. Start monitoring. Assume MOPP 4.
Post Attack: Rescue, protect, and treat victims. Preserve evidence. Follow emergency response SOP.
Describe the operation of the protective mask.
Put on mask and test for fit and possible leaks by placing palms over the canisters. The mask should collapse against your face when you breathe.
Describe the maintenance of the protective mask.
- Remove canister. Keep dry.
- Clean with warm soapy water.
- Air dry before storing in carrier.
- Replace damaged or worn parts.
MOPP Level 0
MOPP Gear on hand
MOPP Level 1
Overgarment worn (open or closed), boots/mask/gloves carried.
MOPP Level 2
Overgarment (open or closed) and boots worn, mask/gloves carried.
MOPP Level 3
Overgarment (open or closed), boots worn, mask on (open or closed), and gloves carried.
MOPP Level 4
Everything on and closed.
Describe the correct procedures for inspecting and maintaining the JSLIST chemical protective ensemble.
- Store in bag when not in use. Keep dry.
- Use M9 tape on the wrists and ankles.
- Test mask after donning.