WHAT TO DO IN A CBR ATTACK

Figure 13-8.High-range casualty dosimeter, DT-60/PD

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CW detection equipment used by Navy personnel include the portable AN/KAS-1A chemical warfare directional detector (CWDD) and the permanent chemical agent point detector system (CAPDS). No one piece of equipment can detect all CW agents, which is why the Navy uses several different methods of CW detection. M256A1 detector kits are used to check areas suspected of being contaminated, to test an area after decontamination operations, and to indicate when masks might be removed. The kits are not designed to indicate when it is necessary to don (put on) gas masks. REVIEW 4 QUESTIONS Q1. A survey team consists of— a. b. c. Q2. What are the two types of surveys? a. b. Q3. Biological markers are (a) what color with (b) what color inscription? a. b. Q4. To calculate safe entry time and stay time in a radiologically contaminated area, you need what two measurements? a. b. Q5. Describe the only known method for detecting BW contaminants. Q6. To check areas suspected of being contaminated by CW agents, you should use what kit? CBR DEFENSE PROTECTIVE MEASURES Learning Objective: When you finish this chapter, you will be able to— Recognize the procedures to follow in case of a CBR attack. For a ship or shore activity to be able to continue its mission after a CW, BW, or nuclear attack, personnel must be protected. Protective measures include both individual and group actions. Individual protection is an immediate concern. What you do in the first few moments of a CW, BW, or nuclear attack may keep you alive! WHAT TO DO IN A CBR ATTACK In a nuclear attack, defensive measures are much the same as the general damage control precautions taken against any explosion. These measures are to keep things squared away, maintain watertight integrity, make repairs as quickly as possible, protect yourself with your clothing and protective mask, be ready to fight fires ignited by the blast, and be ready to administer first aid to shipmates who are injured or burned. What you learned about damage control and firefighting in chapter 12 also applies to the damage and fires caused by nuclear weapons. General Precautions to Follow in a CBR Attack As soon as the initial effects of the explosion are over, you should then take the following precautions: 1. Put on your mask immediately or cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief or cloth. 13-17 Student Notes:

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