DSTG's chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) research aims to effectively prevent, respond to and defend against CBRN attacks in military and civil environments. We also develop methods to sustain military operations in CBRN environments.

The ADF has the ability to survive the surprise created by CBRN weapons and improvised CBR devices, but there is a need to do more. Our forces must be able to respond faster and more flexibly to CBRN events; achieve enhanced situational awareness; and manoeuvre safely, effectively and unimpeded in complex contaminated environments for prolonged ...

DSTG provides science and technology (S&T) support to improve the Australian Defence Force (ADF) chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) defence capability through the protection of personnel from the strategic, tactical and physiological impacts of exposure to toxic chemicals and materials and CBRN weapons.

As applied to the ADF population, this approach is consistent with current national guidance for managing CBRN attacks on Australian civilians, while also maintaining ADF operational capability.

Recent deployment and terrorist activities have heightened concerns regarding CBRN Defence (CBRND) challenges for the Australian Defence Force (ADF). Additionally, in almost all deployments, the possibility of exposure of personnel to Toxic Industrial Hazards (TIH) exists.

The Australian Government has signed new contracts for the supply and support of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) defence capabilities for the Australian Defence Force (ADF). With a total value of $238m, the contracts have been awarded to Leidos Australia under the ADF’s Land 2110 Phase 1B CBRN Defence Capability ...

Aug 11, 2021 · The ADF has the ability to survive ‘the surprise’ created by CBRN weapons and improvised CBR devices, but there is a need to do more. STaR Shot Opportunities Fast and accurate detection, identification, source localisation and monitoring of low concentrations of CBR agents at long stand-off distances and over large expanses of complex terrain.

A little-known but high priority project is underway to increase the Australian Defence Force's (ADF's) ability to operate in a chemical/biological/radiological/nuclear (CBRN) environment. Julian Kerr.

May 28, 2021 · The equipment release is the first delivery of operational and training CBRN equipment delivered under Project LAND 2110-1B, designed to prepare and equip deployable elements up to brigade size. The remaining equipment will be …

Sep 4, 2018 · The primary objective of the joint CBRND capability is to provide Force Protection to deployed Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel, assigned coalition personnel, and designated civilians, both offshore and within Australia, against extant and emerging CBRN threats including environmental hazards.