CONDITIONS (CUE)
The current enemy situation outlines a threat of tactical nuclear capabilities.
With little to no warning, the squad/platoon encounters a brilliant flash of light while conducting tactical operations.
Some portion of the unit is moving in assigned area while others are dismounted, either stationary or moving at the time of the attack.
This drill begins when any member sees a brilliant flash of light or leader directs his personnel to conduct the drill.
STANDARDS
Dismounted personnel immediately drop to prone positions and take the individual steps necessary to survive the blast.
Mounted personnel immediately drop down inside the vehicle and brace themselves for the blast.
After the blast wave, security is established.
TASK STEPS AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES
- Personnel react to unwarned nuclear attack.
a. Dismounted.
(1) All personnel immediately dropped to a prone position and closed their eyes.
(2) All personnel immediately–
( a) Turn their bodies head-on toward the blast.
( b) Place their thumbs in their ears.
( c) Cover their faces with their hands.
( d) Place their arms under their bodies.
( e) Tuck their heads down into their shoulders; keep helmets on and face downward.
(3) All personnel stay down until the blast wave passes and debris stops falling.
(4) All personnel check for casualties and damaged equipment.
b. Mounted.
(1) All personnel immediately drop down inside of the vehicles.
(2) Before the arrival of the blast wave, all personnel–
( a) Close hatches.
( b) Turn off radios that are not needed.
( c) Brace themselves.
- Actions taken after blast wave have passed.
a. Squad/platoon leader reestablishes the chain of command and communications.
b. Personnel give casualties first aid and evacuate them.
c. Leader submits an initial CBRN 1 report.
- The platoon/squad leader accounts for Soldiers, provides a situation report (SITREP) to higher headquarters, reorganizes as necessary, and continues the mission.
Individual Tasks
| Task Id | Task Title |
|---|---|
| 031-503-1018 | React to Nuclear Hazard/Attack |
| 031-503-1021 | MARK NBC CONTAMINATED AREA |
Supporting Products
- MULTISERVICE TACTICS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCEDURES FOR NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, AND CHEMICAL (NBC) PROTECTION (FM 3-11.4)
- The Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad (FM 3-21.8)