Chapter I - Overview: (3) Emergency Preparedness for CBRN CM: CBRN CM provides the operational framework for those authorized measures DOD takes in preparation for anticipated CBRN incidents to mitigate the loss of life and property and to assist with the response and short-term recovery that may be required. This includes having plans, policies, procedures, training, and equipment necessary to effectively respond to CBRN incidents. (A) Planning and Policies: All geographic combatant commanders (GCCs) are responsible for planning effective coordinated responses to CBRN incidents in their areas of responsibility (AORs) IAW DOD policies and law. United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and United States Pacific Command (USPACOM) plan to respond to domestic and foreign incidents. Guidance documents are listed in Appendix A, Key Legal, Strategy, and Policy Documents and International Protocols. (B) Training and Equipment: Responding to a CBRN incident requires specialized training and equipment, especially in warm (decontamination) and hot (contamination) zones. However, CBRN response forces receive required training and equipment to mitigate CBRN effects under a variety of conditions. Procedures for employing forces to effectively respond to the CBRN incidents are detailed in subsequent chapters