Basic Level Pre-Course Reading

Chapter 2
CBRN Response Overview
Federal Resources - Federal assets will be provided in accordance with the
provisions of the National Counter-Terrorism Plan. It is a requirement under the
Plan to alert the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) when a terrorist
incident is suspected. The RCMP will take a lead role in the response. Some of
the key resources that will be made available may include:
• Joint National CBRN Response Team (RCMP/DND)
• Emergency Response Assistance Plan personnel (Health Canada)
• Scientific Expertise (Defence R&D Canada, Health Canada, Canadian
Nuclear Safety Commission)
• National Emergency Stockpile System (Public Health Agency of Canada)
2.4 Summary
Terrorism is a reality in society today. A CBRN terrorist attack can happen anywhere,
and preparations can be made for this real possibility.
A CBRN incident can be loosely divided into four stages: Recognition, Response,
Intervention, and Recovery. The focus of this Basic Level Course is on recognizing a
potential CBRN incident (the Recognition Stage), and on actions performed during the
Response Stage. These actions are summarized as the Key Response Tasks:
Assessment; Personal Protection; Control of Situation; Casualty Management;
Communication; and Call for Additional Resources.
2.5 Review Questions
1. List six reasons that groups might use CBRN weapons.
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2. List four disadvantages of using CBRN weapons.
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CBRN First Responder Training Program 14 Basic Level Course