Aim
The main purpose of the training is to provide expert knowledge and skills to 20 specialists from Member States, who would be responsible for conducting sampling and analysis tasks in a highly contaminated environment as a result of a chemical attack or a chemical incident.
Given the objectives of the course, and its technical nature, applicants should have a solid technical background in chemistry and the management of hazardous chemical substances. Participants must also be qualified and experienced in using and wearing self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Previous practical experience in military or civil protection is desirable. Individual protective suits will be worn for several hours each day, and participants must, therefore, be physically fit and able to wear such equipment for extended periods.
Key Dates
- Interested applicants are invited to register their nomination online through Eventus no later than 15 March 2019.
- Sponsored participants are expected to arrive no earlier than Sunday, 12 May 2019, and to depart no later than Saturday, 18 May 2019.