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Here is the MOPP (Mission Oriented Protective Posture) level guidance for USMC personnel:

MOPP Level 1:

• No protective gear required
• No chemical agent detection equipment required
• No decontamination required

MOPP Level 2:

• Wear the MOPP mask (gas mask)
• Wear the MOPP gloves
• Wear the MOPP overboots
• No chemical agent detection equipment required
• No decontamination required

MOPP Level 3:

• Wear the MOPP mask (gas mask)
• Wear the MOPP gloves
• Wear the MOPP overboots
• Wear the MOPP suit (chemical protective clothing)
• Use chemical agent detection equipment (e.g. M8 or M9 detector paper)
• Decontaminate as necessary

MOPP Level 4:

• Wear the MOPP mask (gas mask)
• Wear the MOPP gloves
• Wear the MOPP overboots
• Wear the MOPP suit (chemical protective clothing)
• Use chemical agent detection equipment (e.g. M8 or M9 detector paper)
• Decontaminate as necessary
• Use a chemical protective hood (if available)

MOPP Level 4+ (Enhanced):

• Wear the MOPP mask (gas mask)
• Wear the MOPP gloves
• Wear the MOPP overboots
• Wear the MOPP suit (chemical protective clothing)
• Use chemical agent detection equipment (e.g. M8 or M9 detector paper)
• Decontaminate as necessary
• Use a chemical protective hood (if available)
• Wear a chemical protective poncho or cape (if available)

MOPP Level 4+ (Max):

• Wear the MOPP mask (gas mask)
• Wear the MOPP gloves
• Wear the MOPP overboots
• Wear the MOPP suit (chemical protective clothing)
• Use chemical agent detection equipment (e.g. M8 or M9 detector paper)
• Decontaminate as necessary
• Use a chemical protective hood (if available)
• Wear a chemical protective poncho or cape (if available)
• Wear a chemical protective helmet (if available)

Note: The MOPP level required may vary depending on the specific situation and the type of chemical agent that may be present. It is always best to follow the guidance of your unit's leadership and the local chemical agent detection equipment.