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5713 - Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Responder

Summary

CBRN Responders are CBRN Defense Specialist trained to perform CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance in order to confirm or deny the presence of chemical, biological, or radiological hazards beyond the supported unit’s capability.

Prerequisites

Must currently hold and maintain PMOS 5711 prerequisites.

Must be capable of meeting organizational requirements for occupational health respiratory protection program.

Requirements

Maintain Hazardous Materials Technician Certification.

Complete the CBRN Responder Operations Course (A16CBR4); and the CBRN Responder Technician Course (A16CB14) at the U.S.

Army CBRN School, Ft Leonard Wood, MO; or other DoD HAZMAT Operations and Technician Certification Course.

POI CID

None

Duties

Employs enhanced CBRN reconnaissance and surveillance equipment and personal protective equipment to satisfy information and force protection requirements of the supported commander.

For a complete listing of requirements refer to reference (ap), Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense Training and Readiness Manual.

See also the MOS Road Map.

Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 29-9011.

Hazardous Materials Removal Workers 47-4041.

Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense Specialist, 5711.