The Effects of 12 Hours of MOPP (Mission Oriented Protective Posture) IV Gear on Cognitive Performance under Non-Exercise Conditions

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Abstract:

Twenty-four U. S. Marine Corps personnel performed computer controlled tasks during 12 one hour periods, with and without full chemical warfare protective gear. Decreased speed and accuracy was found in the performance of various tasks. Most of these changes were present within the first four hours of testing. Many more changes were seen than in a previous study where the M17A2 mask was used alone in a four hour protocol. The results suggest that chemical protective clothing may interfere with performance even in sedentary activities and that the predominant problem comes from factors other than the mask.

Author(s):
Kelly, T. L. ; Englund, C. E. ; Ryman, D. H. ; Yeager, J. E. ; Sucec, A. A.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL HEALTH RESEARCH CENTER SAN DIEGO CA
Descriptive Note:
Interim rept.
Pagination:
0024

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NHRC-88-6
Task Number(s):
AB
Project Number(s):
3M463764B995
Monitor Series:
NHRC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_7.2.1_Mitigate Lethal Effects; JCA_7.2_Mitigate; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Communities of Interest:
Biomedical
Descriptor(s):
*PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, PERFORMANCE(HUMAN), CHEMICALS, COGNITION, ACCURACY, MISSIONS, CHEMICAL WARFARE, POSTURE(GENERAL), MARINE CORPS PERSONNEL, GEARS, PROTECTIVE MASKS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Chemical, Biological and Radiological Warfare, Protective Equipment
Keyword(s):
MOPP(MISSION ORIENTED PROTECTIVE POSTURE), PE63764A, WUDA307899, WU087, AS995
Report Date:
1987 Oct 26