When preparing the unit's mobilization plan and TSOP, include the supplies and equipment that will be required for the unit to operate in an NBC environment. DO NOT wait until ordered to mobilize to begin preparation for the mission. A well-prepared and trained unit stands a much better chance of surviving and accomplishing their assigned mission. At a minimum include the following:

· Nerve agent pretreatment and antidotes (see FM 8-285).

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· Blister agent antidote/treatment (see FM 8-285).

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· Incapacitating agent treatment (see FM 8-285).

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· Lung-damaging agents (choking agents) treatment (see FM 8-285).

· Blood agent (cyanogen) treatment (see FM 8-285).

· Biological agent immunizations and chemoprophylaxis (see FM 8-284).

· Biological agent treatment (see FM 8-284).

· Nuclear and radiological treatment (see FM 4-02.283).

· Protective mask with hood for each individual (see FM 3-4).

· Replacement filters for protective mask (see FM 3-4).

· Two sets of MOPP per individual assigned to unit (see FM 3-4).

· All authorized radiation detection equipment.

· All authorized chemical agent detection equipment.

· Biological agent detection equipment, if available.

· Sample/specimen collection, packaging, and shipping supplies for suspect NBC agents.

· Decontamination equipment and supplies (DS2, STB, pails, sponges, mops, decontaminant application apparatus, individual skin decontamination kits, and individual equipment decontamination kits [see FM 3-5]).

· Material for covering supplies and equipment (such as plastic sheeting, tape, and tarpaulins).

· Material for preparing improvised protection in shelters (such as plastic sheeting, tarpaulins, tape, and sandbags).

· Collective protection shelter systems with repair parts, if available.

· Chemical agent patient decontamination Medical Equipment Set (MES). The MES can also be used to decontaminate nuclear and biological patients, if authorized.

· Chemical agent patient treatment MES. Some components may also be used to treat nuclear and biological patients, if authorized.

· Water supply for patient decontamination, if required.

· Lightweight decontamination system M17 and other decontamination apparatuses.

· Applicable references (Army Regulations [ARs], Joint publications, FMs, technical manuals [TMs], training circulars [TCs], and TSOPs).