Attachment 3 - 8.2 T&EO R&S 07 Oct 13.pdf

RECON Collective Tasks (07 Oct 13)

Mission Command Establish a Consequence Management (CM) Center (03-3-5130)

Protection Conduct CBRN Reconnaissance (03-3-5127) Conduct Casualty Recovery in the Hot Zone (03-3-5128) Conduct Technical Decontamination (03-3-5129)

Medical Conduct Medical Operations – RECON (INTERIM)

ELEMENTS: None Assigned

TASK TITLE: Establish a Consequence Management (CM) Center (03-3-5130)

ITERATION: 1 2 3 4 5 M (Circle)

COMMANDER/LEADER

ASSESSMENT:

T P U (Circle)

CONDITION: A weapon of mass destruction (WMD) site has been discovered during unified land operations (ULO). The platoon has deployed to the site. A CM center must be established to provide mission command and to facilitate civil support operations. Note: The term MOPP on this task equates to MOPP4. Standard MOPP conditions do not exist for this task. See the MOPP statement for specific conditions.

STANDARD: The platoon completes preparations, establishes a CM center within one hour of arriving on site, and provides continuous support operations to include a liaison capability. The platoon coordinates with the support agency during setup to ensure compliance with all appropriate safety, security, and environmental regulations and standing operating procedures (SOP's).

SAFETY LEVEL: Low.

TASK STATEMENTS

CUE: None.

NOTES: Task steps may be modified to facilitate Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) missions.

TASK STEPS

PERFORMANCE MEASURES GO

NO-

GO

N/A

* 1. Platoon Leader / Sergeant receives mission and initiates troop leading procedures:

a. Receives the mission.

b. Issues a warning order.

c. Makes a tentative plan.

d. Starts the necessary movement.

e. Reconnoiters -- conduct a personal reconnaissance to verify the terrain analysis.

f. Completes the plan.

g. Issues the complete order.

h. Supervises platoon preparation for the mission.

* 2. Platoon Leader / Sergeant task organizes the platoon into the following elements:

a. Command element.

b. Operations element.

c. Liaison element.

d. Communications element.

e. Decontamination element.

f. Survey / Sampling element.

g. Back-up (emergency decontamination) element.

h. Support element.

i. Safety element.

GO

N/A

3. Advance echelon (ADVON) arrives and meets with the Incident Commander (IC) representative.

4. Platoon (main body) arrives and meets with incident staging area manager or representative.

a. Conducts initial meeting with staging area manager or representative.

b. Provides check-in-information in accordance with (IAW) the appropriate Incident Command System (ICS) form.

c. Provides radio contact information IAW the appropriate ICS form.

d. Reports significant and/or major events to staging area manager or representative that may change available status.

* 5. Command element arrives / meets with IC representative.

a. Conducts initial meeting with IC representative.

b. Advises IC representative on platoon assets, capabilities, limitations, credentials.

c. Determines communications channels and procedures.

d. Identifies the location to setup CM center and other required sites.

e. Identifies and obtains incident data and information.

f. Determines response assets, capabilities, and limitations on the scene.

g. Assists in integrating into the incident response.

h. Provides an initial assessment and recommendation.

i. Recommends protective measures and actions.

j. Provides liaison officer.

k. Issues warning orders to subordinate personnel.

6. Operations element establishes / maintains the operations center.

a. Establishes communications.

b. Supervises the preparation of the staff actions.

c. Supervises and approves the updated site safety plan no later than one hour after the arrival at the incident site.

d. Inspects all the actions for conformity IAW commander's or IC's guidance.

e. Coordinates the assigned missions with the section leaders.

f. Coordinates the site characterization and verifies that the platoon's operational area was free of contamination.

* 7. Command element develops critical information requirements (CCIR) to fit the actual incident.

8. Operations element verifies site setup and operations of support functions.

a. Requires that all personnel, on order, establish a minimum level of protective posture.

b. Conducts pre and post medical screening.

c. Sets up a technical decontamination line.

d. Conducts operational planning characterization and survey operations.

e. Initiates the administrative log.

f. Maintains communications.

g. Conducts internal and external communications checks on the assigned protective equipment.

9. Operations element monitors the establishment of ingress and egress for passage through the operations site.

a. Posts safety cones.

b. Posts safety tape (red, white, or yellow).

GO

N/A

c. Posts lighting (if applicable).

* 10. Command element exchanges information with other elements at the incident site.

a. Translates pertinent information into usable data for decision-making.

b. Coordinates information exchange internally and externally.

c. Provides situation reports (SITREPs) to the IC.

11. Communications element establishes communications.

a. Establishes initial communications with the IC within 15 minutes of occupation by main body and mission.

b. Establishes communications with the CBRN company and supporting agencies with 45 minutes of occupation.

c. Establishes data reach-back communications within 90 minutes of occupation by main body and mission assumption, (if directed and or required).

12. Operations element conducts mission tracking.

a. Coordinates follow-on meetings through liaison with the IC.

b. Updates the CCIR.

c. Updates the administrative log.

d. Requests copies of the building floor diagrams or blueprints for review.

Consider Lock-out / Tag-out reduction procedures.

e. Posts a situation map sketch and all available intelligence.

f. Establishes reports control and information-management procedures.

g. Prepares the initial survey, site safety, and force protection plans.

h. Conducts mission planning and mission analysis.

(1) Develops site characterization and the safety plan.

(2) Develops objectives to support the IC's action plan.

(3) Synchronizes the IC's critical information requirements.

(4) Develops specific objectives for the survey team.

i. Maintains communication and reporting procedures.

j. Monitors and adjusts the element's response plan.

(1) Updates the incident safety plan.

(2) Refines operational objectives for follow-on survey teams.

(3) Updates the situation map or sketch and the information display.

(4) Updates modeling according to the assessment task.

k. Plans and monitors logistical requirements.

l. Advises the commander on the current situation and proposed courses of action.

m. Disseminates the approved survey, site safety, and logistics support plans.

n. Authorizes entry and monitors the survey team incident site

o. Provides assessments to the IC.

p. Provides the status of the site safety plan.

q. Provides the status of force protection, (protective posture level).

r. Provides the status of medical screening baseline checks.

13. Liaison element continues to conduct civil support operations.

a. Maintains liaison with the Incident Command Post, (ICP) according to the liaison task.

b. Coordinates the integration into the IC's incident response plan.

c. Assists in the integration of other DOD response elements into the incident response plan as required.

14. Operations element continues to monitor situational awareness.

GO

N/A

a. Monitors the ICS mitigation activities.

b. Monitors the threat condition, (THREATCON) level.

c. Seeks guidance for public information releases.

d. Provides IC or representative information and advice based on survey and analysis results.

(1) Provides identification, classification, and location of CBRN hazards.

(2) Provides contamination control and containment operations / procedures.

(3) Provides information on appropriate protective measures / requirements.

(4) Provides decontamination measures to include response personnel status; individual and casualty status and equipment status.

(5) Provides safety measures.

(6) Obtains updated / follow-on mission guidance from the IC or representative.

* 15. Command element issues fragmentary order (FRAGO) to execute or modify the courses of action.

16. Operations element plans for follow-on operations.

a. Plans for transition or hand-off operations and procedures.

b. Coordinates and executed transition or hand-off operations.

17. Operations element prepares for redeployment.

a. Submits all the reports before departure from the incident site.

b. Coordinates debriefing by the IC before termination.

c. Establishes communications with supported unit and higher headquarters (HQ).

d. Establishes reporting procedures (Internal / External).

e. Man’s the operations center according to the standing operating procedure (SOP).

f. Updates the situation map sketch.

18. Platoon conducts site closure procedures IAW the site closure plan.

(Asterisks indicates a leader performance step.)

TASK PERFORMANCE / EVALUATION SUMMARY BLOCK

ITERATION 1 2 3 4 5 TOTAL

TOTAL PERFORMANCE

MEASURES EVALUATED

MEASURES GO

TRAINING STATUS GO/NO-GO

SUPPORTING REFERENCES(S):

AR 350-1 Army Training and Leader Development (*RAR 001, 08/04/2011)

FM 3-11 Multiservice Doctrine for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Operations

FM 3-11.21 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Consequence Management Operations

MOPP STATEMENT: Depending on the projected hazard encountered, this task is performed in some level of personal protection, which may include MOPP4 or higher levels of protection as defined in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472, Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents (2013 edition).

ENVIRONMENT: Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM 3-34.5 Environmental Considerations and GTA 05-08-002 ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED RISK ASSESSMENT.

SAFETY: In a training environment, leaders must perform a risk assessment in accordance with FM 5-19, Composite Risk Management. Leaders will complete a DA Form 7566 COMPOSITE RISK MANAGEMENT WORKSHEET during the planning and completion of each task and sub-task by assessing mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available-time available and civil considerations, (METT-TC). Note: During MOPP training, leaders must ensure personnel are monitored for potential heat injury. Local policies and procedures must be followed during times of increased heat category in order to avoid heat related injury. Consider the MOPP work/rest cycles and water replacement guidelines IAW FM 3-11.4, Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) Protection, FM 3-11.5, Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Decontamination.

TASK TITLE: Conduct CBRN Reconnaissance (03-3-5127)

CONDITION: An intentional or unintentional event involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) is threatened or has occurred during Unified Land Operations (ULO).

Contamination is suspected in the incident area. The element is ordered to conduct a chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) reconnaissance of the area and a collection of samples are required. The element received the mission from the operations center to conduct the reconnaissance utilizing the sample management plan provided by higher headquarters (HQ) or the Incident commander (IC). The technical decontamination line has been established. Note: The term MOPP on this task equates to MOPP4. Standard MOPP conditions do not exist for this task. See the MOPP statement for specific conditions.

STANDARD: The element prepares to conduct CBRN reconnaissance operations not later than (NLT) 90 minutes from mission assumption. The element enters the suspected area of contamination to confirm the presence and extent of the contamination. The element collects and labels the samples, and maintains the chain of custody (positive control) in accordance with the sample management plan, and correctly transfers the samples to prevent the spread of contamination in accordance with (IAW) the unit Standing Operating Procedures (SOP) and/or applicable Army Techniques Publications (ATP).

SAFETY LEVEL: Medium.

CUE: N/A

NOTES: Task steps may be modified to facilitate Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) missions.

GO

N/A

* 1. Element leader develops the reconnaissance and surveillance (R&S) plan with the operation section to accomplish the commander's intent.

a. Establishes an entry team.

b. Establishes a backup team.

c. Establishes a sample collection team.

d. Develops a R&S team rotation plan.

e. Establishes a hydration and air refill plan.

f. Implements the commander's information objectives in the R&S plan.

g. Selects the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE) and detection equipment.

* 2. Element leader ensures that medical screening is accomplished.

* 3. Element leader briefs the R&S team on the mission.

a. Briefs established route selection.

b. Briefs established movement technique.

c. Briefs the reconnaissance techniques, as required:

(1) Zigzag.

(2) Lane.

(3) Cloverleaf.

GO

N/A

(4) Grid.

(5) Triangulation.

d. Briefs building or structure entry procedures, as required.

e. Briefs type of hazard if known.

f. Briefs exit procedures for designated air tank level.

g. Briefs mission abort criteria.

4. Entry team conducts operational equipment checks and settings.

a. Inspects the PPE.

b. Conducts equipment functions checks and verifies settings.

c. Conducts communication checks.

d. Verifies operational exposure guide (OEG) for radiological monitoring.

(1) Sets turn-back dose alarms.

(2) Sets turn-back dose rate alarms.

(3) Zeros out previous dose readings on radiological equipment.

(4) Obtains background radiation reading and provides information to operations section.

* 5. Element leader verifies operational equipment checks and settings.

6. Entry team dons the appropriate level of PPE.

a. Uses the buddy-team method to don PPE.

b. Inspects and verifies the proper PPE fit and function.

* 7. Element leader provides mission command of the entry team.

Note: The initial entry team will consist of a minimum of two personnel. In the case where unexploded explosive ordnance (UXO) and improvised explosive device (IED) exist, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel must be the initial entry team to render safe the devices.

a. Establishes the appropriate control measures with the operations section according to the mission, enemy, troops, time available, and civil considerations (METT-TC).

(1) Establishes zones.

(2) Establishes entry and exit points.

b. Establishes positive control measures for the entry.

(1) Receives request from entry team to enter the hot zone.

(2) Documents the control measures.

(3) Documents the entry personnel.

(4) Monitors the entry team's progress.

8. Backup team stands by until needed.

Note: The backup entry team will serve two functions; as an emergency extraction team/or a relief team.

a. Prepares to enter the hot zone immediately if needed by entry team.

b. Monitors communications and maintains situational awareness.

9. Entry team maintains situational awareness.

a. Maintains the buddy system and checks.

b. Initiates force protection measures.

c. Conducts continuous hazard monitoring.

d. Conducts air pressure readings and relays them to the operations section in accordance with (IAW) the standing operating procedure

(SOP).

10. Entry team conducts the intial area survey.

a. Determines oxygen levels.

b. Monitors for upper explosive limit (UEL) and lower explosive limit

(LEL).

c. Determines volatile organic compound (VOC) levels.

GO

N/A

d. Determines radiological levels.

e. Reevaluates protective posture for entry team.

f. Identifies all structures in the area that are to be assessed.

g. Designates buildings by numbers and rooms by letters.

Note: The entry team identifies and marks the area surveyed. The room located in a structure are also identified and marked once the reconnaissance is complete. This will prevent follow-on teams from duplicating the search effort. Marking procedures are in accordance with the element's Tactical Standard Operating Procedure (TSOP).

h. Determines priority of effort.

i. Prepares an area sketch to include global positioning system (GPS) coordinates.

j. Detects and identifies CBRN hazards that were present within the mission capabilities.

k. Records analytical readings to the operations section.

l. Provides situation reports (SITREPs) to the element leader.

m. Collects the following information:

(1) Locations and types of hazards.

(2) Physical layouts and structure descriptions.

(3) Number of casualties and location.

(4) Video and/or still camera pictures.

n. Adjusts the R&S plan as required or directed.

11. Entry team exits the hot zone.

a. Notifies the element leader of mission completion.

b. Recovers detection equipment.

12. Entry team processes through the decontamination line.

13. Entry team debriefs the element leader on initial area survey.

* 14. Element leader determines the size of sample collection team based off initial area survey results.

Note: Sample collection R&S elements may be structured as either two or three person teams.

* 15. Element leader briefs sample collection team on mission priorities.

16. Sample collection team collects samples.

Note: Samples will be collected in appropriate containers. Use laboratory tape so that sample container caps will not come off.

a. Collects solid, liquid, wipe and swab samples as required.

b. Establishes and maintains chain of custody (positive control) in accordance with the sample management plan.

c. Documents the collection effort with still and video recordings.

d. Maintains the sample log notebook.

e. Marks, labels, and records the following sample information:

(1) How the sample was obtained.

(2) The physical description.

(3) The date and time it was collected.

(4) The sample location.

(5) Sample identification number.

17. Sample collection team reacts to any emergency or hazard.

18. Sample collection team exits the hot zone.

a. Notifies the element leader of mission completion.

b. Recovers samples and equipment.

19. Sample collection team processes through the decontamination line.

a. Maintains positive control of samples and documentation.

GO

N/A

b. Releases sample(s) at the sample transfer point.

c. Signs over sample(s) on chain of custody form to appropriate authority.

20. Sample collection team debriefs the element leader on sample collection mission.

21. Entry and sample collection teams receive a post-medical screening.

22. Element executes recovery operations.

* 23. Element leader provides information updates to the operations section for future operations.

* 24. Element leader develops next entry plan as appropriate.

SUPPORTING REFERENCE(S):

ATP 3-11.37 Multi-Service Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Reconnaissance and Surveillance

FM 3-11.21 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Consequence Management Operations

FM 3-11.4 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) Protection

FM 3-11.5 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Decontamination {MCWP 3-37.3; NTTP 3-11.26; AFTTP(I) 3-2.60} (This item is included on EM 0205)

NFPA 472 National Fire Protection Association, Standard for Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents, 2002 Ed

ENVIRONMENT: Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM 3-34.5 Environmental Considerations and GTA 05-08-002 ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED RISK ASSESSMENT. .

SAFETY: In a training environment, leaders must perform a risk assessment in accordance with FM 5-19, Composite Risk Management. Leaders will complete a DA Form 7566 COMPOSITE RISK MANAGEMENT WORKSHEET during the planning and completion of each task and sub-task by assessing mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available-time available and civil considerations, (METT-TC). Note: During MOPP training, leaders must ensure personnel are monitored for potential heat injury. Local policies and procedures must be followed during times of increased heat category in order to avoid heat related injury. Consider the MOPP work/rest cycles and water replacement guidelines IAW FM 3-11.4, Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Nuclear, Biological, and

TASK TITLE: Conduct Casualty Recovery in the Hot Zone (03-3-5128)

CONDITION: An intentional or unintentional release of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or high-yield explosive (CBRNE) has occurred during Unified Land Operations (ULO). The element is ordered to conduct casualty search and extraction operation at the incident site. The technical decontamination line is established. Note: The term MOPP on this task equates to MOPP4. Standard MOPP conditions do not exist for this task. See the MOPP statement for specific conditions.

STANDARD: The element establishes casualty recovery operations within 90 minutes of mission assumption. The element extracts the casualties without causing further injury to the casualties and brings the casualties to a casualty collection point.

SAFETY LEVEL: Medium

NOTES: Task steps may be modified to facilitate Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) missions.

GO

N/A

* 1. Element leader receives all available information from the operation center to accomplish the commander's intent.

a. Establishes recovery team(s).

b. Establishes backup team(s).

c. Establishes the decontamination team.

d. Establishes recovery rotation and hydration plan.

e. Implements the commander's information objectives in the casualty recovery plan.

f. Selects the appropriate detection and recovery equipment.

g. Prioritizes tasks to meet the IC's objectives.

* 2. Element leader briefs the recovery mission.

Note: There will be times when only a map reconnaissance can be accomplished if time allows, the platoon, survey leader may conduct a leader's reconnaissance.

a. Briefs established route selection.

b. Briefs established movement technique.

c. Briefs building or structure entry procedures.

d. Briefs enclosed space procedures.

e. Briefs the type of hazard if known.

(1) Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN).

(2) Toxic industrial material (TIM).

(3) Explosive devices, structural obstacles or fire hazard.

f. Briefs known or suspected casualty locations.

g. Briefs location of casualty collection point.

h. Briefs mission abort criteria.

GO

N/A

* 3. Element leader ensures that pre-entry medical screening is accomplished.

4. Recovery team(s) conducts operational equipment checks.

a. Inspects the personal protective equipment.

b. Inspects casualty recovery equipment.

c. Conducts equipment and communications functions checks.

d. For radiological missions: Obtains operational exposure guidance (OEG) for monitoring.

(1) Identifies turn-back dose.

(2) Identifies turn-back dose rate.

(3) Zero out previous dose readings.

(4) Obtains background radiation reading and provides information to operations section.

* 5. Element leader provides mission command of the recovery team(s).

a. Establishes the appropriate control measures with the incident commander, commander or operations center according to the mission, enemy troops, time available, and civil considerations (METT-TC).

b. Establishes entry and exit points.

6. Recovery team dons the appropriate level of personal protective equipment (PPE).

a. Inspects and verifies the proper personal protective equipment fit and function.

b. Uses the buddy-team method to don PPE.

c. Establishes positive control measures to enter the hot zone.

(1) The entry team requests to enter the hot zone.

(2) The entry team receives permission to enter the hot zone.

(3) Documents the control measures.

(4) Documents the entry personnel.

(5) Monitors the recovery team(s) progress.

(6) Updates the operation center on status of the mission.

7. Backup team stands by until needed.

a. Prepares to enter hot zone immediately if needed by the recovery team.

b. Monitors communications and maintains situational awareness.

8. Recovery team maintains situational awareness.

a. Maintains the buddy system and checks.

b. Monitors air status.

c. Initiates force protection measures.

d. Conducts continuous monitoring.

e. Maintains operational exposure guidance for radiological monitoring.

(1) Turn back dose.

(2) Turn back dose rate.

9. Recovery team conducts the recovery mission according to the plan.

a. Detects and identifies hazards present within mission capabilities.

b. Provides situation reports (SITREPS) to the element leader.

c. Collects the following information:

(1) Location and types of hazards.

(2) Physical layouts and structure descriptions.

(3) Number of ambulatory and non-ambulatory casualties.

(4) Video and/or still camera pictures.

d. Adjusts the recovery plan, as required.

GO

N/A

e. Identifies and marks the area searched.

Note: The recovery team identifies and marks the area searched. The rooms located in a structure are also identified and marked once the recovery is complete. This will prevent follow-on teams from duplicating the search effort. Marking procedures are in accordance with the element's standard operating procedure (SOP).

10. Recovery team transports casualties to the casualty collection point.

Note: If a team member becomes a casualty, the priority goes to extracting the team member out of the hot zone. The team member will be transported to the decontamination line.

a. Assists ambulatory casualties to the casualty collection point.

b. Utilizes the appropriate lift procedures to place non-ambulatory casualty on litter or wheeled litter carrier.

11. Recovery team maintains communication.

a. Remains in sight of each other.

b. Maintains communication with the element leader and provides reports according to the search and extraction plan.

12. Recovery team exits the hot zone.

a. Notifies the element leader of mission completion.

b. Collects detection and extraction equipment.

13. Recovery team processes through the decontamination line.

14. Recovery team is debriefed.

15. Recovery team receives a post-entry medical screening.

* 16. Element leader provides information updates to the operations center.

17. Element recovers equipment from the mission, and prepares for future

ATP 3-11.37 Multi-Service Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Reconnaissance and Surveillance

FM 3-11.21 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Consequence Management Operations

FM 3-11.4 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) Protection

FM 3-11.5 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Decontamination {MCWP 3-37.3; NTTP 3-11.26; AFTTP(I) 3-2.60} (This item is included on EM 0205)

NFPA 472 National Fire Protection Association, Standard for Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents, 2002 Ed

MOPP STATEMENT: Depending on the projected hazard encountered, this task is performed in some level of personal protection, which may include MOPP4 or higher levels of protection as defined in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472, Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents (2013 edition).

ENVIRONMENT: Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM 3-34.5 Environmental Considerations and GTA 05-08-002 ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED RISK ASSESSMENT. .

SAFETY: In a training environment, leaders must perform a risk assessment in accordance with FM 5-19, Composite Risk Management. Leaders will complete a DA Form 7566 COMPOSITE RISK MANAGEMENT WORKSHEET during the planning and completion of each task and sub-task by assessing mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available-time available and civil considerations, (METT-TC). Note: During MOPP training, leaders must ensure personnel are monitored for potential heat injury. Local policies and procedures must be followed during times of increased heat category in order to avoid heat related injury. Consider the MOPP work/rest cycles and water replacement guidelines IAW FM 3-11.4, Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Nuclear, Biological, and

Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Decontamination. .

TASK TITLE: Conduct Technical Decontamination (03-3-5129)

CONDITION: An intentional or unintentional event involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) or natural disaster is threatened or has occurred during Unified Land Operations. The element is employed in full-spectrum operations or in a garrison environment or it is deployed to an incident site. The element is ordered to set up a technical decontamination site. Note: The term MOPP on this task equates to MOPP4. Standard MOPP conditions do not exist for this task. See the MOPP statement for specific conditions.

STANDARD: The element establishes a functional technical decontamination site prior to the survey or entry team entering the hot zone. The element operates the decontamination site to decontaminate element members, equipment, and samples to prevent the spread of contamination.

SAFETY LEVEL: Medium.

NOTES: Task steps may be modified to facilitate Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) missions.

Set-up and preparation of the decontamination site may be done in personal protective equipment (PPE).

GO

N/A

* 1. Element leader selects the decontamination site according to the mission, terrain, troops, time available, and civil considerations (METT-TC).

a. Establishes the decontamination site upwind in the cold zone.

b. Selects the decontamination site based on the prevailing weather conditions.

c. Designates the entry point at the beginning of the decontamination corridor.

d. Defines decontaminant and method of decontamination.

* 2. Element leader selects either wet or dry decontamination procedures based on the agent, hazard, and weather.

3. Decontamination element establishes, maintains and monitors communications with operations section and unit personnel entering the hot zone.

4. Element establishes the technical decontamination lane.

a. Sets up the decontamination site to decontaminate personnel, equipment, and non-ambulatory or injured personnel.

b. Establishes the technical emergency decontamination lane.

Note: Decontamination procedures may differ depending on the circumstances and hazards at the scene. Dry decontamination such as brushing or scraping, is an appropriate alternative for other contamination removal. Other considerations such as the hazard's reactivity with water and its solubility are factors in determining the appropriate decontamination method.

GO

N/A

c. Establishes the decontamination site sequential actions.

Note: The number of stations required for technical decontamination will vary depending on the factors such as type of agent and the weather.

Personal clothing removal, shower and redress may be unnecessary if contamination did not penetrate the protective clothing. Monitoring equipment should be used to verify if any contamination has penetrated the protective suit.

(1) Station 1 - Equipment drop.

(2) Station 2 - PPE decontamination.

(3) Station 3 - Monitoring point.

Note: Whenever possible ensure the use of redundant detection equipment.

(4) Station 4 - Protective clothing removal.

(5) Station 5 - Clothing and respirator removal.

(6) Station 6 - Shower and redress.

(7) Station 7 - Medical evaluation.

* 5. Element leader adjusts and maintains the decontamination site based on:

a. Reactivity hazards.

b. Environmental conditions.

c. Safety.

d. Waste management/runoff.

e. Additional resources.

f. Incident commander, unit commander, or safety officer guidance.

6. Decontamination/entry team personnel perform decontamination of sample container.

7. Element maintains positive control of the samples through the decontamination line.

8. Decontamination element performs decontamination of personnel and

a. Removes gross contamination.

b. Avoids the spread of contamination through the decontamination line.

c. Verifies the completeness of the decontamination and redirects personnel as required.

Note: Whenever possible ensure the use of redundant detection

d. Containerizes the entry suits and label with name, date, and location information.

e. Utilizes emergency decontamination if required. A basic set of emergency decontamination procedures is as follows:

Note: When the emergency decontamination lane requires activation, normal decontamination operations will stop until the situation is mitigated. Normal operations resume once the casualty has been safely processed through the emergency decontamination lane.

(1) Removes the casualty from the contaminated area.

(2) Washes immediately any exposed body parts with water.

Note: Only required if deemed necessary due to suit breach or contaminated skin.

(3) Performs a quick cycle of head-to-toe wash and rinse.

(4) Removes casualty's clothing and/or PPE. If possible, cutting from the top down in a manner that minimizes the spread of contamination.

GO

N/A

(5) Transfers the casualty to treatment personnel for assessment, first aid, and medical treatment.

(6) Ensures that ambulance and hospital personnel are notified on the contamination involved and appropriate PPE required.

9. Decontamination element terminates the decontamination operation.

a. Requests permission to terminate the decontamination operation.

b. Receives permission and begins terminating decontamination

c. Decontaminates recoverable equipment.

d. Centralizes, packages, marks, and labels hazardous waste.

Note: Some items may not be able to be centralized or containerized due to their size and weight.

e. Completes personal decontamination (buddy team).

10. Decontamination element notifies the operations section that the decontamination site is ready for transfer of responsibilities to the incident commander's representative for waste disposal.

FM 3-11.21 Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Consequence Management Operations

FM 3-11.22 Weapons of Mass Destruction – Civil Support Team Operations

NFPA 473 2008 ED National Fire Protection Association, Standard for Competencies for EMS Personnel Responding to Hazardous Materials Incidents, 2008 Ed

MOPP Statement: Depending on the projected hazard encountered, this task is performed in some level of personal protection, which may include MOPP4 or higher levels of protection as defined in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472, Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents (2013 edition).

Environment: Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM 3-34.5 Environmental Considerations and GTA 05-08-002 ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED RISK ASSESSMENT.

Safety: In a training environment, leaders must perform a risk assessment in accordance with FM 5-19, Composite Risk Management. Leaders will complete a DA Form 7566 COMPOSITE RISK MANAGEMENT WORKSHEET during the planning and completion of each task and sub-task by assessing mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available-time available and civil considerations, (METT-TC). Note: During MOPP training, leaders must ensure personnel are monitored for potential heat injury. Local policies and procedures must be followed during times of increased heat category in order to avoid heat related injury. Consider the MOPP work/rest cycles and water replacement guidelines IAW FM 3-11.4, Multiservice Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Nuclear, Biological, and

ELEMENT: ____________________________________________________________

TASK: Conduct Medical Operations – RECON (INTERIM)

CONDITIONS: Terrorist Incidents involving CBRNE have occurred. The medical personnel (augmentation) have arrived at the incident site and have integrated into the Reconnaissance Platoon by providing medical support.

STANDARDS: The medical personnel provide the required medical services and medical advice to sustain reconnaissance operations.

GO

N/A

1. Medical personnel update the medical support plan with the operations center to meet the commander's intent.

a. Received the situation briefing from the operations center.

b. Identified medical support requirements based on the initial intelligence.

c. Established liaison with emergency medical resources to identify the elements of their coordinated response (such as casualty extraction, evacuation, and on-scene trauma capabilities).

d. Informed the commander, the operations center, and the team members of the symptoms, health risks, and treatment protocol of the initially suspected threat or agent(s).

2. Medical personnel establish medical operations areas.

a. Established communications with the operations center.

b. Established liaison with the Incident Command System (ICS) and other medical response organizations (as directed).

c. Maintained medical-operations documentation.

NOTE: Medical section personnel establish liaison and maintain contact with other health care entities to ensure adequate medical care for members and to assess the medical impacts of the incidents.

3. Medical personnel (augmentees) conduct medical surveillance.

a. Monitored the medical surveillance

NOTE: Refer to the Reserve Component Commander's Handbook (RCCH) and FORSCOM Reg. 500-3-3 for exclusion criteria.

b. Performed an on-scene medical evaluation

(1) Executed pre-entry physical examinations of personnel (those performing initial zoning or entering vapor control area), which included--

( a) Blood pressure

( b) Pulse

( c) Respiratory rate

( d) Temperature

( e) Appropriate skin evaluation

( f) Mental status

( g) Recent medical history

( h) Weight

( i) Hydration history

GO

N/A

( j) Electrocardiogram (ECG) / electrocardiogram / electrocardiograph (EKG) (if equipment is available)

( k) Extremities

( l) Appropriate neurological evaluation

( m) Appropriate head, ears, eyes, nose, and throat (HEENT) evaluation

(2) Informed commander of the team members' inability to conduct the survey mission based on the medical screening.

4. Medical section personnel use a medical reach-back system (as

a. Conducted communications with the designated reach-back subject-matter expert (SME).

b. Provided the reach-back SME with information regarding on-site and follow-on medical elements.

5. Medical section personnel conduct medical monitoring during survey

a. Monitored via communications and line of sight (as applicable).

b. Observed and monitored for other hazards.

c. Maintained situational awareness.

6. Medical section personnel provide emergency medical care to personnel.

a. Managed the medical emergency.

b. Triaged and provided initial emergency treatment of team members.

c. Prepared the patients for evacuation (as required).

d. Executed the evacuation plan.

e. Contacted the receiving medical-treatment facility, provided the appropriate information, and sent the appropriate medical documentation with the patient.

7. The medical section conducts post-entry medical screening of personnel (those performing initial zoning or entering vapor control area).

Monitors symptoms indicated in item task step 3.b(1).

a. Communicated information regarding latent reactions or symptoms to the operation center.

b. Provided post-entry supportive medical care, identified personnel requiring additional monitoring or care, and provided appropriate medical protocol, to include coordination of immediate evacuation to a medical facility.

c. Provided final medical screening results to the operations center.

8. Medical section personnel provide the operations center with medical input for the incident assessment.

a. Provided information on health effects.

b. Provided information on medical mitigation actions.

c. Provided input to the evacuation plan for the WMD incident (as

“*” indicates a leader task step.