NEC
756B
Shipboard Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear-Defense (CBRN-D) Operations and Training Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Trains and advises shipboard personnel on the integration of CBRN-D doctrine into command organization and operations in addition to the necessary protective measures for defense against and recovery from shipboard chemical, biological, or radiological involvement. Supervise and perform operational procedures and organizational level maintenance on CBRN-D detection, protection and removal equipment.
Core Skills
- cbrn defense training
- hazardous materials response
- chemical detection equipment
- radiological monitoring
- biological defense procedures
- protective equipment employment
- decontamination operations
- emergency management
- equipment maintenance and testing
Common Certifications
- FEMA Professional Development Series
- HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
- Associate Safety Professional
- Certified Safety Professional
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission Radiation Worker Training
- National Registry of Certified Emergency Medical Technicians
Civilian Career Paths
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FEMA Professional Development Series
- HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification
- American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
- Associate Safety Professional
- Certified Safety Professional
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission Radiation Worker Training
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.