ABC-M7A2 and the
ABC-M7A3 Riot Control Hand Grenade
Used to dispense CS gas for riot control.
Body is sheet metal with four emission holes on the top and one on
the bottom. Grey in color with a single red band.
Weight: 15.5 ounces.
Fuze Delay: 1.2 to 2 seconds
Average soldier can throw it 40 meters.
Releases a cloud of CS gas (Tear gas) for 15 to 35 seconds.
Produces burning sensation in the eyes, with tearing and
photophobia. Respiratory symptoms include burning, pain and a
sensation of suffocation. Skin symptoms may include a burning
sensation, particularly in moist areas.
Most casualties require no medical care and the symptoms resolve
spontaneously in 30-60 minutes.
First Aid:
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Move the victim into fresh air, facing them into the wind.
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Change clothing
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If symptoms persist, rinse eyes and mouth with water, use soap
and water on the skin.
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Reassure the victim
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In the event of massive exposure, the skin may blister (treat it
like a burn) and the lungs may be damaged (requiring intensive
care, such as ventilatory support, steroids, and antibiotics).
For further information on the medical treatment of these injuries,
read:
Medical
Management of Chemical Agent Casualties: Chapter 8, Riot Control
Agents
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From Operational Medicine 2001:
Health Care in Military Settings
CAPT Michael John Hughey, MC, USNR
NAVMED P-5139
January 1, 2001
Bureau of Medicine and
Surgery,
Department of the Navy,
2300 E Street NW,
Washington, D.C,
20372-5300
United States Special Operations Command,
7701 Tampa Point Blvd.,
MacDill AFB, Florida,
33621-5323
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