Photo By Sgt. 1st Class Brittany Thingvold | Soldier from 44th Chemical Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Company uses a “J...... read more read more
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CAMP ARIFJAN, Kuwait - The 44th Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Company’s primary mission is keeping the tenants of Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, out of harm’s way by decontamination.
These soldiers work primarily night and early morning shifts that do not interfere with the safety and other missions critical to the success of Area Support Group Kuwait.
“The 44th CBRN Company has been entrusted with the mission to provide immediate response to any CBRN situations that may arise in our AO [area of operations]” said 1st Lt. Grace Rone, platoon leader, 44th CBRN Company, Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division.
Of the real-world missions the 44th CBRN has encountered, a recent dangerous chemical spill had occurred during the hottest time of the year in Kuwait [August]. Due to the sweltering temperature, that makes it especially challenging as the soldiers suit up in a chemical uniform known as the self-contained breathing apparatus.
The CBRN company hosted the first ever week long CBRN Academy here on Camp Arifjan.
Events included training of hazardous scenarios, decontamination operations, and in-depth experience with the Fox M93A1 Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Reconnaissance System. The final day included a reconnaissance and decontamination mission exercising the modern day CBRN operations including a mounted drivers training lane.
The Fort Hood, Texas,-based active duty unit is nearing the end of their tour.
“Our soldiers continue to stay motivated and focused on our mission. We continue to prove ourselves Dragons of Hell, Equal to the Task!” said Rone.
Before the CBRN Company departs theater, they will have the opportunity to train with the Kuwaiti National Guard soldiers, teaching them military tactics gaining their confidence in the defense of their country.
| Date Taken: | 09.25.2011 |
| Date Posted: | 09.28.2011 06:48 |
| Story ID: | 77678 |
| Location: | CAMP ARIFJAN, KW |
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