Sri Lanka Navy leads CBRN drill at Port of Trincomalee

Strengthening resilience against different forms of threats, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a training exercise on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) emergency response at the Port of Trincomalee Harbour on 31 Mar 26.

Organized by the CBRN Unit of the Eastern Naval Command, this segment showcased a robust multi-agency approach, drawing representatives from: the Disaster Management Centre (Trincomalee), Sri Lanka Ports Authority, Marine Environment Protection Authority (Trincomalee), Fire Service Department, Air Force Academy China Bay, 22nd Infantry Division of the Sri Lanka Army and China Bay Police Station.

During the theoretical sessions of this training workshop, participants were educated on identifying potential chemical hazards, managing toxic chemicals, providing medical treatment to accident victims, and enhancing knowledge of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) threats. Meanwhile, the practical sessions provided participants with hands-on experience on the proper handling of safety devices and equipment during a chemical emergency, the safe evacuation of individuals, and strategies for the safe disposal of hazardous chemical compounds.