Basic Level Pre-Course Reading

Foreword
FOREWORD
The Basic Level of the CBRN First Responder Training Program has been divided into
two parts. The first part is a pre-course reading which will provide participants with a
common understanding of CBRN subject areas.
The second part is a one-day training session where the knowledge gained from the
pre-course reading will be reviewed, enhanced and applied.
How to Complete this Pre-Course Reading
It is important that participants take time to read through this self-study portion of the
course to ensure optimal learning at the training session.
Thinking questions have been included throughout to allow reflection on content and
to facilitate application of new information to local agency settings.
Review questions at the end of each chapter supplement learning by directing learner
focus on key course content. Answers to these review questions are found at the end
of the document.
A Glossary and list of Acronyms are included to familiarize readers with the terms
used in this course and to help establish a common terminology.
Preparation for the One-Day Training Session
In addition to completing this pre-course reading, participants are encouraged to
carefully research their home organization. Participants must attend the training
session with knowledge of their services’ current response structures, communications
systems, incident protocols, and they must be familiar with the protective equipment
their organization provides for facing CBRN challenges.
CBRN First Responder Training Program i Basic Level Course