DC 309 Flashcards
MOPP
Mission Oriented Protective Posture
MOPP-1
CBR Threat Suspected
-Optest all installed detection systems.
-Check material condition Yoke.
-Inventory all CBRN-D equipment.
MOPP-2
CBR Threat Possible
-Mask and carrier worn.
-Optest CMWD and alarms.
-Post M-8/M-9 paper.
-Set modified zebra.
MOPP-3
CBR Threat Probable
- GQ
-Set condition zebra.
-Don JSLIST
-Carry gloves, and mask in carrier.
-Activate CMWD intermittently.
-Decontamination stations activated.
MOPP-4
CBR Threat Is Imminent
-Don mask, hood and gloves.
-CMWD runs continuously.
-Set circle william.
-Mandatory drinking regimen.
M50
CBR Mask
M61
Twin filter canister
What equipment is included with M50?
-Mask carrier
-Clear eye lens outset
-Two sets of M61 filters
-Water canteen cap
-Face form
What color does the time patch on M61 filters turn when expended?
Blue
How long does the M61 filter last in a blood agent attack?
24hrs
What conditions make changing mask filters mandatory?
-Filter gets wet
-Filter gets clogged
-Canister is damaged
-Charcoal dust is left on face after use
-Commanding Officer direction
How long will the M61 filter last in a contaminated environment? (Not blood agent)
30 Days
How long will the M61 filter last in an uncontaminated environment?
60 Days
What does JSLIST stand for?
Joint Service Lightweight Integrated Suit Technology
What is the operational life of the JSLIST in an uncontaminated environment?
45 Days
What is the operational life of the JSLIST in a contaminated environment?
24 Hours
What is the shelf life of the JSLIST?
5 years
Who issues Atropine and 2PAM CL auto injectors?
Medical
How many auto injectors are you issued in a nerve agent attack?
3 Atropine and 3 2 PAM Chloride
How can you identify Atropine auto injectors?
The Green and Yellow ends
What is CANA?
A drug that prevents or reduces convulsions caused by a nerve agent.
What does a NATO radiological sign look like?
White triangle with a black “ATOM” marking in the middle
What does a NATO biological sign look like?
Blue triangle with red “BIO” in the middle
What does a NATO chemical sign look like?
Yellow triangle with red “GAS” in the middle
MOPP-0
Inspect, size, fit and issue IPE.
How many types of radiation are there?
Four (Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Neutron)
Alpha radiation
-Has lowest travel ability (0 to 2 inches).
-Cannot penetrate human skin.
-Classified as an internal hazard only.
Beta radiation
-Can travel about 10 feet.
-Layered clothing provides effective shielding.
-Cannot penetrate the skin of the ship.
-Classified as an internal and external hazard.
Gamma radiation
-Can travel thousands of meters.
-Can penetrate ship’s hull.
-Classified as a whole body hazard.
Neutron Radiation
-Can travel thousands of meters.
-Can penetrate ships hull.
-Classified as an external hazard only the first minute after burst.
What are RADIACS?
Tool used to detect and measure radiation.
What unit of measure is used by RADIACS?
-Roentgen (R) is used for high range RADIAC scales.
-Milli Roentgen (mR) which is one thousandth of a roentgen is used for low level radiation.
What is the AN/PDQ-1 (IM-265)?
Hand held monitoring device containing an internal gamma detector and a family of radiation measurement probes for alpha, beta, gamma, neutron, and X-ray.
What is the IM-265 powered by?
Two D cell batteries
What is the battery life of the IM-265?
-200 hours for the meter
-100 hours with probe attached
What is the detection range of the IM-265?
1000 R/hr using internal detector.
What is the Gamma/Betta probe (DT-680/PDQ)?
Prove attachment for IM-256.
-When connected to IM-256 internal detector shuts off and probe reading is displayed.
What is the IM-270/PD?
Personal dosimeter, looks like a wrist watch and provides real time measurements.
What type of radiation does the IM-270 measure and at what range?
-Measured exposure to X-rays and Gamma rays.
-Dosimeter range from 10-1000 rads in increments of one rad.
What are the types of chemical agents?
-Nerve
-Blister
-Blood
-Choking
-Vomiting
What is Nerve agent?
-(Anti-cholinesterase) Disrupts transmission of nerve impulses.
What are the types of nerve agent.
-Tabun (GA)
-Sarin (GB)
-Soman (GD)
-VX
What are the symptoms of Nerve agent exposure?
-MILD: Sudden headache, runny nose, tightness in chest, difficulty breathing, sudden drooling, miosis, nausea, stomach cramps.
-MODERATE: Fatigue, general weakness, muscle twitching.
-SEVERE: Wheezing, dyspnea (severe difficulty breathing), uncontrollable vowel movements, convulsions, unconsciousness, heart failure.
What is Blister agent?
-(Vesicants) casualty agent that can damage body tissue in the area of contact and cause intense pain.
What are the types of Blister agent?
-Distilled Mustard (HD)
-Lewisite (L)
-Phosgene Oxime (CX)
-Nitrogen Mustard (HN)
What are the symptoms of Blister agent?
-Latent Period: time of exposure until symptoms appear.
-Erythema: skin acquires a red color and intense itching.
-Vesication: the forming of blisters on the affected area.
-Necrosis: death of living tissue.
What are Blood agents?
-(Cyanogen) Casualty agent that attacks an enzyme responsible for the transfer of oxygen from the blood stream to cells in the body.
What are the types of Blood agent?
-Hydrogen Cyanide (AC)
-Cyanogen Chloride (CK)
-Arsine (SA)
What are the symptoms of Blood agent?
-MILD: Irritation of eyes, nose and throat, coughing and tightness of chest.
-MODERATE: nausea, headache, convulsions, coma.
-SEVERE: violent convulsions, gasping for air, heart failure.
What are Choking agents?
-Casualty agent that affects breathing and effectiveness of lungs.
What are the types of Choking agents?
-Bromine (CA)
-Chlorine (CL)
-Phosgene (CG)
-Diphosgene (DP)
What are the symptoms of Choking agents?
-MILD: coughing, choking, tightness in chest, nausea, vomiting, headache.
-MODERATE: painful coughing and rapid shallow breathing.
-SEVERE: foaming at the mouth, low blood pressure, pale clammy skin, faint rapid heart beat.
What are Vomiting agents?
-(Riot control agents) used to incapacitate with severe vomiting and tearing.
What are the types of vomiting agents?
-Tear Gas (CX)
What are the symptoms of Vomiting agents?
-TYPICAL: Vomiting, severe eye irritation, tearing.
What does IPDS-LR stand for?
Improved Point Detection System Lifecycle Replacement
What is the purpose of the IPDS-LR?
Installed automatic vapor sensor that provides real time detection of nerve and blister agents.
What types of agents does the IPDS-LR detect?
-G series nerve agents (GA, GB, GD,GF)
-V series nerve agents
-H series blister agents
What is the CDU on the IPDS-LR?
(Control Display Unit) Located in CCS it is the primary means of operating the system.
What is the RDU on the IPDS-LR?
(Remote Display Unit) located on the bridge displays the same information as the CDU however it cannot operate the IPDS-LR, with the exception the chemical alarm.
Where are the intakes for the IPDS-LR?
Intakes look like lampshades and are located on the port and starboard side of the 05 level.
What is the M256A1?
Portable detector kit, allows user to detect Nerve, Blister and Blood agents.
What is inside M256A1 kit?
-12 individually packaged sampler detectors.
-Set of instruction cards for the sampler detectors.
-Booklet of M8 paper.
What are the sampler detectors on the M256A1 kit?
Vapor detector, in a single exposure they detect:
-Nerve (V & G)
-Blister (H, L & CX)
-Blood (AC & CK)
What is the EASU on IPDS-LR?
External Air Sampling Unit
What is the DU on IPDS-LR?
Detector Unit
What is the isotope contained in the IMS cells within the DU?
Americium 241
What chemicals can M8 detector paper identify?
Nerve Agent (Yellow = G/ Green = V)
Blister Agent (Red)
What Chemicals can M9 detector paper Identify?
Nerve V and G series
Blister H and L series
What is the M291(RSDL) kit?
Decontaminates liquid chemical agents from skin by physical removal, absorption and neutralization.
What is inside the M291 personal decontamination kit?
Six sealed foil packets, each foil contains an applicator pad.
What are the pads in the M291 kit filled with?
Ambergard XE-555 (reactive absorbent resin, non toxic but may be irritating)
What is the primary decontamination agent for ship structures and equipment?
HTH (Calcium Hypochlorite)
What concentration of HTH do we use for decontamination?
9% (4% when running low)
What are biological agents separated into?
Pathogens and Toxins
What are pathogens?
Microscopic organisms that can cause disease.
What are toxins?
Harmful substances produced by living organisms or bioengineered.
What is a Dry Filter Unit (DFU)?
Unit placed on high transit areas to collect a sample.
What happens with DFU sample once collected?
Sample is sent to shore based lab for testing
