AFTTP3-10.26 — Biological Agent Aerosol Collection And Identification

AFTTP3-10.26 governs Air Force procedures for biological agent aerosol collection, identification, screening, transport, and response.

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  • Publication number: AFTTP3-10.26
  • Title: BIOLOGICAL AGENT AEROSOL COLLECTION AND IDENTIFICATION
  • Date: 2020-02-21

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AFTTP3-10.26 covers threat estimation, planning factors, fielded equipment, air screening networks, dry filter unit collection and transport, and biological event reporting. It also addresses medical capability, warning and notification, isolation and quarantine preparation, and response to biological agent spills.

Applies to: This publication applies to all Air Force active duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve Command units.

Topics covered

  • Biological threat estimation
  • Air screening biological detection networks
  • Dry filter unit collection
  • Biological agent identification
  • Sample transport
  • Biological event reporting
  • Biological agent spill response

Questions and answers

How are biological events reported under AFTTP3-10.26?

Warning and reporting for biological events will be accomplished In Accordance With Air Force Instruction 10-206, Operational Reporting, and Allied Tactical Publication 45, Reporting Nuclear Detonations, Biological and Chemical Attacks and Predicting and Warning of Associated Hazards and Hazard Areas.

When do Air Force Commanders use Operational Reporting-3 reports?

Air Force Commanders use Operational Reporting-3 reports to immediately notify higher headquarters of any significant event or incident that rises to the level of Department of Defense, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Combatant Command, or Service Level interests.

What chlorine solution is used for potential biological agent spills?

Note: The primary decontamination techniques used for potential biological agent spills/releases will be the use of 5% chlorine solutions, removal of three inches of soil (sand, grass, etc.) or a combination of both. (paragraph 4)

How far beyond the identified area should spill decontamination efforts extend?

Determine the extent of spill and best resources available to decontaminate the affected area and extend decon efforts beyond the identified area by 25% to ensure all affected areas are included. (paragraph 5)

How long must chlorine solution remain in contact with a contaminated surface?

Allow a minimum 30 minute contact time between the chlorine solution and the contaminated surface. (paragraph 8)

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