Stop Drop and MOPP

Peterson-Schriever Garrison members inspect an M8 paper stand during a CBRN exercise at Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 18, 2021. M8 paper is a chemically treated, dye-impregnated paper used to detect liquid substances for the presence of certain types of nerve agents which are a class of organic chemicals that disrupt the mechanisms by which nerves transfer messages to organs. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Fontenot)

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Participants from the Peterson-Schriever Garrison conduct a site survey in Mission Oriented Protective Posture 4 gear during a chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear exercise at Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 18 2021. MOPP 4 is the highest MOPP level, intended to increase personal protection against chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive threats. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Fontenot)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Shay Warakomski, Peterson-Schriever Garrison commander, speaks with airmen Airmen and Guardians participating in the chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense exercise at Camp Red Devil on Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 18, 2021. In order to remain proficient in CBRN threats, hazards and procedures, Airmen and Guardians are tested on these procedures which include recognizing CBRN alarms and signals and how to properly don protective clothing during an attack. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Shay Warakomski, Peterson-Schriever Garrison commander, and U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Brandon Miller assigned to 2-4 General Support Aviation Battalion, 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division enjoy a moment after landing at Fort Carson, Colorado. Warakomski visited Airmen and Guardians participating in the chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense exercise that took place at Camp Red Devil on Fort Carson, which is a simulated deployment area. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo)

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FORT CARSON, Colo. – U.S. Space Force Col. Shay Warakomski, Peterson-Schriever Garrison commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Erica Farmer-Hill, 50th Mission Support Group commander and P-S GAR vice commander, ride in a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk to Camp Red Devil on Fort Carson, Colorado to visit with Airmen participating in the chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense exercise, Aug. 18, 2021. Airmen and Guardians participating in the exercise were trained and tested on the concepts of CBRN defense in order to survive CBRN related attacks. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo)

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FORT CARSON, Colo.--Participants in a CBRN exercise wrap tape around a contaminated area at Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 18 2021. The exercise allows members to practice the use of all hazard detection equipment, personal protective equipment, hazardous scene sample collection and operational decontamination. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Fontenot)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Shay Warakomski, Peterson-Schriever Garrison commander, lands at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado after visiting with the Airmen and Guardians participating in the chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense exercise at Camp Red Devil on Fort Carson, Colorado Aug. 18, 2021. Forty-two Airmen and Guardians from the P-S GAR participated in the day long exercise. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo)

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Peterson-Schriever Garrison Security Forces members receive an evaluation on how they performed during an exercise at Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 18, 2021. The exercise is for P-S GAR deployment coded individuals to increase their CBRN capabilities, ensuring they are prepared for deployment. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Fontenot)

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Participants from the Peterson-Schriever Garrison wore Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) gear during the chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense exercise at Camp Red Devil on Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 18, 2021. The M50 joint service general purpose gas mask is worn to prevent against CBRN threats and is currently being fielded to all of the U.S. military branches. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlin Castillo)

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Stop Drop and MOPP

Published Aug. 30, 2021
By Airman 1st Class Joshua Fontenot and Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn Castillo
Peterson-Schriever Garrison Public Affairs

FORT CARSON, Colo. -- Peterson-Schriever Garrison members inspect an M8 paper stand during a CBRN exercise at Fort Carson, Colorado, Aug. 18, 2021. M8 paper is a chemically treated, dye-impregnated paper used to detect liquid substances for the presence of certain types of nerve agents which are a class of organic chemicals that disrupt the mechanisms by which nerves transfer messages to organs. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Fontenot)