ATP-5-0-2-1 Staff Reference Guide Volume 1 Download

Appendix H 300 ATP 5-0.2-1 07 December 2020 Table H-2. Decontamination levels and techniques Level Purpose Technique Best start time* Done by Immediate Saves lives Stops agent from penetrating Limits agent spread Skin decontamination Before 1 minute Individual Personnel wipe down Within 15 minutes Individual or buddy Operator spray down Individual or crew Spot decontamination Individual or crew Operational Continues operations in a contaminated environment Limits agent spread MOPP gear exchange Within 6 hours** Contaminated unit Vehicle wash down*** Within 6 hours Battalion/squadron crew/team or decontamination unit Thorough Provides probability of long-term MOPP reduction Detailed aircraft decontamination (DAD), detailed equipment decontamination (DED) and/or detailed troop decontamination (DTD) When mission allows reconstitution Decon PLT or contaminated unit, as applicable Clearance Allows unrestricted transportation, maintenance, employment, and disposal Dispose of and replace the contaminated item, equipment, or material When mission allows restoration Supporting strategic resources (military commanders, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders) Contaminated surface, component, repair, replacement *The techniques become increasingly less effective the longer they are delayed. **Consider performance degradation, equipment limitation, and health risk assessment when exceeding six hours. ***Vehicle washdown is most effective within 1 hour but often has to be delayed for logistical reasons. Table H-3. Operational decontamination checklist Decon assessment If the task force has no decon assets, request assistance from the next higher headquarters for needed support. Coordination Task force chemical section conducts coordination with contaminated unit of where decon linkup point is located. The decontamination should be conducted between 1 and 6 hours after becoming contaminated. Site selection Consider the following when selecting a site: Off main route, but easy access Large enough area to decon element Good overhead concealment (when possible) Water source (when available) Good drainage Rendezvous Ensure TF decon crew knows where decon site and decontamination linkup points are located Site setup Ensure the power-driven decontamination equipment (PDDE) are positioned properly and ready to dispense hot, soapy water Ensure the contaminated unit operates the MOPP gear exchange at the same time as the vehicle wash down (provide battalion chemical NCO to supervise, if needed)