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2009, two different types of SIBCRA kits were procured and delivered to the CAF. The remaining system to be


procured for phase one is the chemical identification system (ChemIS), a field deployable portable analyser capable of identifying thousands of chemicals. This system will provide identification capabilities unachievable with the in- field detectors, which primarily have a detection, rather than identification, capability. The procurement is expected to be completed in 2018. In the second phase, the personal


detection system focused on the acquisition of lightweight, compact chemical monitors, which are worn by individuals to alert them to the presence of a chemical hazard. The personal detection system (PDS) was procured in 2009 and fielded to CAF units. The third phase, covering area


detection and identification, is expected to be fielded in 2020, and will provide standoff detection through the area detection and identification system (ADIS). This will allow for the detection, identification and early warning of chemical substances located up to several kilometres away from the sensor. The ADIS will be used to monitor large areas such as bases, airfields, harbours and other important sites, and may also be used in other roles, such as reconnaissance, naval boarding, intelligence gathering and environmental monitoring. The project includes the acquisition


of a simulator system to train CAF personnel in the use of these detectors, with a wireless virtual training capability that electronically simulates the release of chemical agents under a wide variety of environmental conditions. Although the phase one (FSD/AP4C)


and phase two (PDS) sensor systems are easy to operate, training simulators have been included in the procurement contracts. The chosen products will enable realistic simulation to provide CFFCA and CBRN instructors with the best possible training tools while eliminating the need for environmentally damaging warfare agent simulants. The project has procured and will continue to acquire individual


components through contracts managed by PSPC, which will continue to seek mature technology solutions, following a best-value, competitive procurement strategy. The project is promoting early, frequent and open dialogue with industry, as well as a performance specification to encourage creative solutions from potential contractors.


Joint CBRN general service respirator The joint CBRN general service respirator (GSR) project will provide an ongoing and sustainable source of CBRN defence respirators, acquiring and fielding up to 77,800 masks. These respirators will replace the current C4 mask and C7A canister, and will incorporate the latest technologies and human factor considerations to meet increased respiratory protection levels while significantly reducing the overall psychological / physiological burden on the user. The new respirators will meet international standards for protection against CBR threats (with due regard to the optimal balance of protection, task performance and comfort), while significantly improving on current capabilities. The C4 mask and the C7A canister


were designed for cold war scenarios to protect against high concentrations of chemical warfare agents and airborne radiation emitting particulates. Recent analyses have identified the need to improve respiratory protection levels against a wider range of CBRN threats, to increase the compatibility of the in- service respirator with modern equipment and to reduce physiological and psychological burdens on users. The C4 mask is now over 20 years


old, and the technology of various sub components of the mask materiel is becoming obsolete. Further, with the inception of the quantitative fit testing process, there was a significant increase in failure rates with the sizing and fit of the C4. The joint CBRN GSR project will


provide the following capabilities: • Meet the international standards for protection against chemical and biological agents as a standalone capability (mask and respirator filter) as


well as in combination with the in- service chemical warfare protective coverall. • Provide improved protection against toxic industrial materials. • Minimise the physiological and psychological burden on the user by providing a better field of view and accommodating users of corrective lenses. • Provide a communications interface. • Offer minimal breathing resistance. • Ensure integration with the widest range of equipment and clothing while still providing optimal protection, and provide improved hydration system flow rates.


Sensor integration and decision support system This will provide exceptional situational awareness and data acquisition / analysis for making informed and timely decisions in CBR environments. The system was first used during exercise STAUNCH MAPLE. It is now in the last two years of implementation and will be fully operational by late 2019 and available across all networks.


The way forward The directorate continues to develop further capabilities to protect personnel such as the innovative local biological defence system (LBDS), which will be launched in 2021. LBDS will be modular in design and capable of coping with the evolving biological warfare threat. It will be customisable for the Royal Canadian Navy, CA and the RCAF for both static and/or mobile forces of all compositions and sizes. The system will meet the needs of commanders and staff in all possible biowarfare scenarios. There are also the future projects


that will further enhance CBRN protection and place Canada in the Nato vanguard of CBRND capabilities. These are the individual protective ensemble, unmanned reconnaissance system, sensitive equipment decontamination, combined chemical biological detection identification and monitoring system and CBRN information management.


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