MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan (AFNS) — The 35th Civil Engineering Squadron Office of Emergency Management conducted bilateral chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear small team operations training with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 9th Chemical Protection Unit and members of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 30.
The training began with a classroom session covering sampling procedures, teaching participants how to safely and effectively collect samples in hazardous environments. Members of the 35th CES Installation Office of Emergency Management demonstrated various sampling tactics, techniques and procedures. After the demonstration, participants broke into smaller groups for hands-on training led by Airmen.
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Source: U.S. Air Force in Europe
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