Under the expert guidance of instructors from the CBRN Training Centre, Hungarian CBRN personnel spent five days practicing CBRN actions and procedures for working in contaminated areas.
The practical phase of the training was conducted at the Ravnjak training area, which offers perfect conditions for practicing procedures and protective measures for the detection of chemicals, decontamination of terrain and facilities, and the sampling of toxic chemicals.
By participating in this training course, the Hungarian CBRN specialists broadened their knowledge of toxic chemical agents and protective measures, while also gaining hands-on experience of working in environments contaminated with these substances.
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Source: Ministry of defence Republic of Serbia
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