Masks on

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 4th Fighter Wing stand in a chamber filled with tear gas on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., May 24, 2012. The Airmen participated in chemical biological radiological nuclear explosive training to learn how to prepare for chemical attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Gino Reyes/Released)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Masks on

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 4th Fighter Wing stand in a chamber filled with tear gas on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., May 24, 2012. The Airmen removed their masks while in the chamber to feel the effects of a chemical agent and become more confident in how their protective equipment works. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Gino Reyes/Released)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Masks on

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Thomas Breckel briefs Airmen during gas chamber training on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., May 24, 2012. While in the chamber Airmen performed different exercises to open skin pores which allows chemicals to quickly exit the body and reduce effects of the chemical agent. Breckel, 4th Civil Engineer Squadron NCO in charge of plans and operations, hails from Wilmington, Ohio. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Gino Reyes/Released)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res

Masks on

Published May 30, 2012
By Senior Airman Gino Reyes
4th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE, N.C. -- Airmen from the 4th Civil Engineer Squadron Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosive flight conducted gas chamber training here May 24.

The CBRNE Airmen took 4th CES officers into a gas chamber and released tear gas to allow them to feel the effects of a chemical agent and become more familiar and confident in their gas masks. The regular CBRNE course does not include the trip to the gas chamber because of the limited amount of tear gas capsules.

The CBRNE flight is responsible for training Airmen on the proper use of all chemical gear. The CBRNE course gives Airmen insight on what to expect and how to react during
a chemical attack.

For more information about CBRNE or to register for a class, call (919) 722-7773.