Projection of an expeditionary force to an austere environment requires rapid force generation to secure bases of operation and the ability to sustain that force with logistical support. Ports of debarkation during initial entry can be centers of gravity and high value targets for adversaries because they are vital for generating, enhancing, and sustaining combat power. A possible course of action to deny access or degrade the building of a sustained force is through the employment of persistent CBRN contamination seaports of debarkation (SPOD), aerial ports of debarkation (APOD), marshalling areas, main supply routes, or supply depots. In order to maintain force momentum, rapid mitigation of the effects and restoration of logistics capabilities to full operational capacity is essential. This objective is achieved through consequence management and fixed-site decontamination operations. The effectiveness of CBRN consequence management and fixed-site decontamination executed in the Joint Security Area can be improved through the study of joint and multi-service doctrine, increased participation in joint CBRN consequence management training exercises, and timely fielding of joint fixed-site decontamination equipment.
The printed U.S. Army Nuclear Biological and Chemical Decontamination Manual is in the 8.5 x 11 inch format. The book contains 360 pages. The book is created, trusted and battle tested by the US Armed Forces. It should be owned by every soldier and be part of every bug-out bag and vehicle, and used by preppers, hunters, climbers, campers, outdoorspeople, hikers and anyone looking to survive natural or man-made disasters. Contents of the US Army Treatment of Nuclear Radiation Casualties Handbook include: Chapter I Decontamination: Concepts, Principles, and Levels Chapter I addresses the threats, purposes, and principles behind decontamination. Chapter II Decontamination Operations: Plan, Prepare, and Execute Chapter II addresses the planning of decontamination operations for wartime and for civil support (CS). It also addresses the reconnaissance and preparation of decontamination sites. Chapter III Immediate Decontamination Chapter III addresses the steps used for immediate decontamination. This chapter also discusses the techniques and procedures for using the most common decontamination kits and equipment available in the US inventory. Chapter IV Operational Decontamination Chapter IV addresses the planning, preparing, executing, and implementing techniques for operational decontamination. It covers vehicle wash down and mission-oriented protective posture (MOPP) gear exchange. Chapter V Thorough Decontamination Chapter V addresses planning, preparing, and executing the techniques for thorough decontamination. It covers pre-decontamination requirements, decontamination techniques, detailed troop decontamination (DTD), detailed equipment decontamination (DED), postdecontamination operations, site closure, and resupply. Chapter VI Clearance Decontamination Chapter VI addresses decontamination of equipment and personnel to levels that allow unrestricted transportation, maintenance, employment, and disposal. Chapter VII Fixed-Site, Port, and Airfield Decontamination Chapter VII addresses planning, preparing, executing, and implementing the techniques for fixed-site, port, and airfield decontamination. Chapter VIII Aircraft and Aircrew Decontamination Chapter VIII addresses aircraft, aircraft cargo, and aircrew decontamination. Detailed aircraft decontamination (DAD) procedures are provided in this chapter. Chapter IX Shipboard/Maritime Decontamination Chapter IX addresses the considerations pertaining to shipboard and maritime decontamination. Chapter X Patient Evacuation and Decontamination Chapter X addresses patient evacuation procedures; the decontamination procedures for litter or ambulatory patients for chemical, biological, and radiological (CBR) contamination; and decontaminant preparation. Chapter XI Decontamination in Support of Homeland Security Chapter XI addresses decontamination support for HLS. BUY YOUR COPY TODAY!
1. Scope - This publication is designed for use at the tactical and operational levels. This manual provides multiservice tactics, techniques, and procedures (MTTP) for chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) decontamination. It defines the roles of military units and staffs involved in the preparation, planning, and execution of decontamination operations. It addresses the requirements for the different techniques used in decontamination. This manual focuses on the need for all United States (US) forces to be prepared to fight and win in a CBRN environment. It addresses the support theDepartment of Defense (DOD) may have to provide to support homeland security (HLS). The planning and coordination for CBRN decontamination takes place with the realization that the potential CBRN environment could be one in which there is deliberate or accidental employment of CBRN weapons, or deliberate or accidental attacks or contamination with toxic industrial material (TIM) (see Joint Doctrine for Operations in Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical [NBC] Environments). 2. Purpose - This publication provides a reference for CBRN decontamination; bridges the gap between service and joint doctrine; and contains tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) for planning and executing operations in a CBRN environment. This manual addresses concepts, principles, and TTP to include planning, operational considerations, and training and support functions. It serves as the foundation for the development of multiservice manuals and refinement of existing training support packages (TSPs), mission training plans (MTPs), training center and unit exercises, and service school curricula. It drives the examination of organizations and materiel developments applicable to CBRN decontamination. 3. Application - The audience for this publication is combatant commands, joint task forces (JTFs), functional and service component units, and staffs in foreign and domestic locations that could be challenged by operations in a CBRN environment. 4. Implementation Plan - Participating service command offices of primary responsibility (OPRs) will review this publication; validate the information; reference and incorporate it in service and command manuals, regulations, and curricula as follows: Army. The United States Army (USA) will incorporate this publication in USA training and doctrinal publications as directed by the Commander, United States Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC). Distribution is according to the USA publication distribution system. Marine Corps. The United States Marine Corps (USMC) will incorporate the procedures in this publication in USMC training and doctrinal publications as directed by the Commanding General (CG), Marine Corps Combat Development Command (MCCDC). Distribution is according to the USMC publication distribution system. 4 April 2006 FM 3-11.5/MCWP 3-37.3/NTTP 3-11.26/AFTTP(I) 3-2.60 i Navy. The United States Navy (USN) will incorporate the procedures in this publication in training and doctrinal publications as directed by the Commander, NavyWarfare Development Command (NWDC). Distribution is according to the DOD 4000.25-1-M. Air Force. The United States Air Force (USAF) will validate and incorporate appropriate procedures according to applicable governing directives. It will develop and implement this and other NBC MTTP through a series of USAF manuals providing service-specific TTP. Distribution is according to the USAF publication distribution system. Coast Guard. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) will validate and refer to appropriate procedures when applicable. No material contained herein should conflict with USCG regulations or other directives from higher authority or supersede or replace any order or directive issued by higher authority.
Meant to aid State & local emergency managers in their efforts to develop & maintain a viable all-hazard emergency operations plan. This guide clarifies the preparedness, response, & short-term recovery planning elements that warrant inclusion in emergency operations plans. It offers the best judgment & recommendations on how to deal with the entire planning process -- from forming a planning team to writing the plan. Specific topics of discussion include: preliminary considerations, the planning process, emergency operations plan format, basic plan content, functional annex content, hazard-unique planning, & linking Federal & State operations.
Newly updated and packed with critical information, this essential guide compiles the range of critical planning and response procedures for a chem-bio incident. Fundamental on-scene procedural information includes initial response procedures, chemical agent indicator matrix, on-scene handling of biological agent exposures, decontamination procedures, and much more.
Individuals may have to rely on themselves to protect their own health and safety--perhaps even their own lives--in the event of a terrorist attack. Even those who know how to take care of themselves in the event of a fire, tornado, or earthquake might not know what to do in case of a chemical, radiological, nuclear, or biological attack. This quick guide attempts to fill in some of these gaps by offering specific actions to take during each of these situations, as well as preparations that can be taken. These actions are appropriate regardless of the likelihood of an attack, its scale, or the current government alert level; are designed to be sensitive to potential variations; and have been defined in terms of simple rules that should be easy to follow. A reference card included at the back of the guide encapsulates the key points and can be removed for display in a prominent place.
