US Air Force 412th Test Wing complete CBRN defence training
More than 350 airmen assigned to the US Air Force 412th Test Wing participated in a weeklong training exercise from 23-27 February at Edwards Air Force Base, California.
The exercise included CBRN training, with instruction provided by the 812th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Office of Emergency Management.
"The training focused on protective measures such as proper use of gas masks and mission-oriented protective posture gear, hazard detection procedures and decontamination operations," according to the US Department of War's Defense Visual Information Distribution Service.
Edwards Air Force Base medical professionals also participated in the training, "allowing airmen from various medical specialties to apply their expertise while responding to dynamic, real-world scenarios".
"The 412th Medical Group conducted in-person tactical combat casualty care, providing life-saving techniques and strategies for trauma care on the battlefield, including care under fire and self-aid and buddy care," said Lt. Col. Kallyn Harencak, 412th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron. "Additionally, the bioenvironmental engineering team performed critical gas mask fit tests to ensure safety and protect users from CBRNE agents."
Participants operated in a high-stress, simulated environment designed to replicate real-world conditions. Airmen were required to rapidly don protective suits to build confidence and familiarity with the equipment while under pressure.
