Active EOD Field Guide-1

NAME / SSN

DOB

BLOOD

MEDEVAC PROCEDURES

LOAD

Team Leader will complete this worksheet and brief the team prior to sending personnel downrange.*

SAFETY

___ 1. QUEST MEDIVAC 9 LINE Line 1. Location of pick-up site. Line 2. Radio Frequency / Call sign of requesting unit. Line 3. Number of patients by precedence. A- Urgent B- Urgent/Surgery C- Priority D- Routine E- Convenience Line 4. Special equipment required. A- None B- Hoist C- Extraction equipment D- Ventilator Line 5. Number of patients by type. L- Litter A- Ambulatory Line 6. Security of pick-up site. N- Number of enemy troops P- Possible enemy troops E- Enemy troops in area Line 7. Method of marking pick-up site. A- Panels B- Pyro C- Smoke Line 8. Patient nationality and status. A- US Military B- US Civilian C- Non-US Military D- Non-US Civilian E- Enemy Prisoner Line 9. OIC's evaluation/OIC's forum to amplify items mentioned above and include other items not already covered.

PHASE I PHASE II PHASE III

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Location:

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Directions:

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Ph#/FREQ

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PHASE IV PHASE I

Nearest Medical Facility:

Unit Supporting Medevac:

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Ph#

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Freq/Call Sign

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What capabilities do they have? (Helo / Ambulance)

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PHASE II ___ 3.

PHASE III PHASE IV GEN INFO POC’s

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Downrange First Aid/Evacuation:

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Comms Logs call for Medevac:

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Vehicle Driver/Smoke:

___ 4. If possible, treat injured personnel on site. Seriously injured persons should not be moved unless absolutely necessary. ___ 5.

RECON -1

Team assignments:

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Refer to First Aid Guide for more information.

EOD FIELD GUIDE Subj:

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROCEDURES AND INFORMATION

Ref:

(a) EODB 60A Series (b) Applicable FM/TM (c) EODGRUONEINST 8027.5

COMMS PLAN Radio Operator Primary POC Call Sign: Destination POC Call Sign:

1. Purpose. To provide guidance on a wide range of ordnance responses. This Guide defines a basic plan of action, equipment and publication load lists, safety and personnel briefs, etc. for the initial response as well as subsequent guidelines for final disposition. This Guide is NOT all inclusive. It was developed to give the Operator in the field a ready and useable reference containing the minimum essential information needed to get the job done safely. SUBJECT Pg# Det pers med info Medavac 9line Medevac Procedure Comms Plan EOD Safety Precautions Questionnaire PHASE I Predeparture (Chem/Conv/IED) PHASE II Arrival/Recon/IED Continuation (Conv/IED) PHASE III RSP (Conv/IED) PHASE IV Disposal (Conv/IED) CHEM PAHSE II Arrival/CP Checkout (Chem) CHEM PHASE III IET/Recon (Chem) CHEM PHASE IV RSP (Recon) CHEM PHASE V Final Disposition (Chem) Points of Contact Vehicle Loadouts General First Aid Blast/Frag Info PAN/HJ/MWB load-standoff info IND Incident Procedures IM-269 Quick Steps ACPG Dress Procedures EPDS processing Down wind Hazard information Chemical Munitions Markings EPDS Setup/Closeout Procedures M18A3 kit Procedures DA Brief Convoy Brief/Emergency procedures Recon worksheet RSP worksheet Disposal worksheet Grid worksheet xx

Primary Comms  Radio: 

Freq/Channel:

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Secure / Nonsecure - Crypto:

Secondary Comms  Radio: 

Freq/Channel:

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Secure / Nonsecure - Crypto:

Aircraft Comms:  Radio: 

Freq/Channel:

Secure / Nonsecure - Crypto:

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IED/UXO 9-LINE SITREP MESSAGE BLANK Line 1: DTG item(s) discovered Line 2: Reporting unit and grid location of items(s) Line 3: Contact method 9 (including unit freq, call sign, patrol leader’s name) Line 4: Type of ordnance (Type/Description, Qty, Disposition) Line 5: NBC Contamination in the area Line 6: Resources threatened (Routes, housing, personnel, ect.) Line 7: Impact on mission (restricts movement, visibility, ect.) Line 8: Protective measures taken/ how marked (e-tape, chemlite, ect.) Line 9: Recommended priority for EOD response by EOD personnel:

C O N F I D E N T I A L (WHEN FILLED IN) PTTUZYUW RULJABX0001 0011200-UUUU--RHMCSUU. (RUDJABE ZNR UUUUU (CCCCC FOR CLASSIFIED) REPLACES RULJABX O ______Z ___ 9_ (222130Z OCT 93) FOR CLASSIFIED) FM EODMU THREE DET NINE TO EODMU THREE INFO COMEODGRU ONE BT C O N F I D E N T I A L//N03100// OPER// EXER// MSGID/UNIT SITREP/EODMU 3 DET 9/____// (001A) REF// RMKS/1. GENTEXT/INCIDENT IDENTIFICATION AND DETAILS/ (OP/EXERCISE SUPPORTING/TIME PERIOD THAT SITREP COVERS) A. STATUS: (SYSTEM OPERATIONS, STANDBY) B. WEATHER: (IF RELEVENT TO OPS) 2. OPERATIONS: (OBJECTIVES/OPS ACCOMPLISHED, IE NUMBER TARGETS FOUND) 3. TRAINING ACCOMPLISHED: 4. FUTURE INTENTIONS: 5. PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED: (INCLUDE EQUIP/PERS CASUALTIES SYSTEM DEGRADATIONS, LOGISTIC/OP PROBLEMS, ASSISTANCE REQD) 6. BRIEF CONDUCTED: NUMBER/HOURS/TOPIC/RANK/NAME/ORGANIZATION/POSITION 7. REMARKS:// DECL/OADR// BT

Immediate- When UXO/IED stops the unit maneuver and mission capability or threatens critical assets vital to the mission Indirect- When the UXO/IED slows the maneuver or mission capability or threatens critical assets important to the mission. Minor- When the UXO/IED reduces the units maneuver and mission capability or threatens non-critical assets of value No threat- When the UXO/IED has little or no effect on the units mission or assets.

NOTE: CONTINUE REPORTING CONCERNS/DEGRADATION UNTIL RESOLVED.

CONFIDENTIAL (WHEN FILLED IN)

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Surface/IED Response Truck Load-Out Qty

Notes

Pubs AEODPS 1 set Computer, LAPTOP w/Power 2 ERP (surface/demo) 1 Log Book Maps 1 Road Maps as req Topographical as req ID Guides as req Comms AN/PRC-150 W/Ant. & Handset 1 Mounted in HMMV PSC-5 1 Mounted in HMMV GPS (individual 1per man) MBTRS (individual 1per man) ECM (as applicable) Consumables Consumables box Inv. Req. 1 HAZMAT Fuel as req Equipment First Aid kit 1 Bolt Cutters 1 CMC's, Nested W/Rags 1 set Ladder, Folding 1 Drill, Rechargeable 1 Flashlight 2 (personnel issue) Binoculars 1 Generator or AC Converter in Vehicle as applicable Extension Cords 2 Portable Lighting 1 (as needed) Surface Rigging Kit Inv. Req. 1 (as needed) Line, Paracord 1 roll Heavy Pull Line Hundreds of Feet Tripod, Heavy 1 (as needed) Sandbags (Empty) 50 Sandbags (Full) 4 Stakes 6 (as needed) Securing Straps 4 (as needed) Sledge Hammer 1 Shovel 1

LOAD

Load-Out Cont.

LOAD

Qty

Notes

Equipment

IED VEHICLE

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Robot 1 (as req) MIMID 2 Pan w/ Stand 1 Pan Support Box Inv. Req. 1 Hook and Line Kit 1 IED Backpack Inv. Req. 1 X-ray Backpack Inv. Req. 1 Bomb Suit 1 Fiber Scope 1 Tool kit, MK1 Mod 3 1 (as needed) Demo IED Cap, Blasting, Electric, M6 (M130) 10 In 663 VEHICLE Cap, Blasting, Non-electric, M7 (M131) 10 In Cap Box in 663 Cord, Detonating (M456) 100 ft Shock tube (DWEI) 1000ft roll Demo Charge, M112/M183 satchel (M757) (as much that is needed) Demo Charge, M-118 (M024) (as much that is needed) Pre-built Demo Charges w/ handles (2 block, 3 block, 4 block) 2 each Pre-built Time Trains w/ igniters ( 1 min, 2 min, 5 min ) 3 each MLVD 1(as required for VBIED) MWB (sml,med,lg) 2ea Hydra-jet (sml,med,lg) 2ea Vulcan 2ea Demo kit Inv. Req. 1 Firing Wire, Disposable 4 Fuse, Time Delay (M670) 100 ft Igniters, M60 (M766) 10 MK 663, Container, Blasting Cap 2 MK-186 Case Inv. Req. 1

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EOD Backpack Load-Out *CHECK BATTERIES ON ALL ELECTRONICS* Qty

X-ray, XR-150 w/ battery X-ray film w/ cartridge & developer Roto-zip w/ battery and bits Digital camera w/ memory Garret or MIMID Multi-meter w/ Leads Current Probe Mini-Mira IM-269 HRM Bicron software) Batteries Vice Grips, needle nose Hook Knife Pull Line 150’ Crimpers Razor Blade/Knife Mine Probe Mk-5 Epoxy Kit Fast Response Wire Cutter Pan and Supplies(rounds, nonel) Electrical Tape Pins, Safety Zip Ties Chem Lights Surgeons Gloves Vulcan MWB 1 and 2 minute time trains Blasting Caps,Non-Electric Demo and Demo Support

LOAD

Personal Tactical Dress-out

Notes

Qty

1 as needed or applicable 1 1 (Ensure proper cables) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1(Ensure proper cables & IED BACK (9 volt, Lithium, AA) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 (gun, epoxy, mixing sticks) 3 (built up) as applicable 1 roll 5 12 (2-blue, 2-red, 2-green) 2 pair 2 (1-light load, 1-Hot load) 2 small 6 (with igniters) 10 as applicable

PACK

Notes

Body Armor 1 as applicable Helmet 1 as applicable Gloves 1 Safety Glasses (dark, clear, goggles) 1 Weapons (rifle and pistol) 1 each with attachments Magazines, Weapon (rifle, pistol) 5 rifle, 2 pistol Night Vision mandatory fresh batteries MBITR Radio w/ Headset 1 Blow-out Kit 1 E & E Map 1 Blood Chit/ID Card/Dollars/ID Holder as req GPS (programmed) 1 1 set extra batteries Compass 1 Flashlight (w/ red lens) 1 1 set extra batteries Strobe, I/R 1 Glint Tape various Multi-Tool 1 Knife (fixed or folding blade) 1 Chem Lights (2-blue, 2-red, 2-green) Zip-Ties, Large 6 Carabineers 1

TACTICAL DRESS OUT

Chem/Bio Blow-out Kit

as required

(M-45 gas mask w/ canister, Atropine-3, 2PAM-3 each, Diazepam-1, P-Tabs-1 packet M291 Decon Kit-6 packets, M295 kit-1)

2 Man Team Chem/bio Bag ACPG C2 Canister Scalp Suit Gloves Over Boots Scalp Suit Booties CPU Socks & GORTEX Socks C-cover M291 kit M295 kit M100 kit w/ pouch HTH (6oz bottle) Large Hook Knife/EMT scissors M-18/A3 kit M256 kit HHA kit Leak Seal Kit Chem Lights (Red, Green)

X-Ray Backpack Load-Out X-ray, XR-150 w/ battery XR-150 Battery extra Large X-ray cartridge Developer Film (positives and negatives) Cartridge Stand, Multiple

LOAD

1 (as needed) 1 4 1 2 boxes 1

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2 2 2 3 pair 2 pair 1 Pair 2 each 3 4 3 1 1 1 1 (ensure M8 papper) 2 1 1 5 each

Chem/Bio CP Vehicle Load-Out Qty

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTI ONS

LOAD

Notes

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Pubs, Comms, Consumables, Hazmat, Equipment

Magnetic: Demagnetize your body and tool bag; Don't disturb ordnance; don't move any ferrous objects neat the ordnance; don't turn power lines on or off; keep compasses, radios etc. away; maintain maximum distance from magnetic sensors; move metallic material slowly (bolts, screws, etc.) to lower eddy currents. 2. Acoustic/Seismic: Keep vehicles away; don't wear loose, rattling, noise producing equipment; move with slow deliberate moves; permit no metal to metal contact with ordnance (tape all tools); use rubber cushioning between tools and charges; refrain from coughing, clearing throat; use full acoustic precautions within 30 feet by one second of noise and three seconds of silence; when needed, touch ordnance, but don't rub or slide hands on it. 3. Infrared: Don't pass any people, vehicles or heat producing objects in front of sensors. 4. Movement: If item must be moved, do it remotely; remove components remotely unless specifically authorized in pub. Clear debris from obstructed UXO only enough to permit required actions; if clearance will disturb the ordnance, perform clearance remotely. If it can move, secure ordnance before working on it; consider ordnance tampered with as unknown; don't remove bursters unless specifically directed to by pub; always BIP or burn in place if possible; don't rely on color coding; perform initial movement remotely for landmines. 5. High Explosive: Avoid heat, shock and friction in vicinity of ordnance. 6. Fragmentation: Utilize all available frontal and overhead protection. Wear personal protective clothing. 7. Jet: Avoid forward nose and in front of the ordnance; the jet from HEAT rounds travel considerable distances. 8. Lucky: Assume all HEAT rounds have lucky (piezoelectric crystals); don't touch or move except by remote means. 9. Chemical: Evacuate initial exclusion area of 450M radius and 2000M downwind; approach from upwind; wear mask and appropriate personal protective clothing. 10. White Phosphorous (WP): Wear full length clothing; don't approach smoking rounds unless necessary; submerge smoking rounds in water, wet sand, mud; wear gloves, face shield and mask. 11. Proximity (VT): Observe wait times (WT) to allow batteries 12. and capacitors to discharge; eliminate any radio frequency (RF) sources; observe EMR precautions; avoid the forward quarter and in front of ordnance.

SAFETY

*Same as Surface/IED Response Truck Load-Out with the following additions…

Equipment Load-out Waterproof Bag with straps Decon Shuffle pits HTH 6oz Bottle (bio) M295 kit SDS Pad SDS (5lb bag) Poly Trash Bags Decon Media Pouch Battery Powered Shears Chem Lites(green, red, blue) Hot and Cold Lines Wash Mits EMT scissors Large Hook Knife Jerry Can w/ Water (5 Gal) Scrub Brush Personal Gear 2-ManTeam Gear Atropine injector Pralidoxime Chloride injector Diazepam injector Pyrodostigmine tablets M-18/A3 kit M-256 kit ICAMS HHA kit Thermometer (VTG)/or Green Smoke C-Covers

1 2 1 1 1 2 3 3 1 w/battery and charger 10 1 each 2 2 1 2 1 all all 3 per person 3 per person 1 per person 1 pack per person 1 2 1 2 1 tape to antenna 2

CHEM/BIO VEHICLE

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13. Wait Time (WT): Observe the recommended WT from the specific pub; for unknown electric fuzes WT 1 hour; for powder train time fuzes (PTTF) WT 30 minutes; for unknown missiles WT 3 hours; SAFETY for unknown rockets 1 hour WT; For grenades 30 minute WT; for smoke grenades 13 minute WT; 60 second WT for initial movement of landmines. 14. Cocked Striker: Don't move or jar ordnance, it has a hung cocked firing pin and may detonate if moved. Don't move armed Mechanical Time (MT) fuzes or PTTF. Move grenades remotely, they also have a 650 feet frag radius. 15. EMR: Secure all sources of Radio Frequency (RF) producing material within specified distances of the ordnance. Don't open the skin of HERO safe ordnance in the vicinity of RF producing material, it may detonate the ordnance. Don't use fluorescent lighting for EOD work, it produces RF energy. 16. Static: Ground yourself before touching ordnance; don't perform EOD work with electrical storms in the vicinity. For very sensitive ordnance (such as black powder or lead azide), use appropriate grounding stakes and non static producing clothes. 17. Approach From the Rear 45o, Work From the side (AFR 45, WFS): Approach ordnance 45o from the rear for missiles, rockets, and rocket assisted projectiles (RAP); work from the side; Never visually check venturies directly, use a wooden dowel or inspection mirror. 18. Eject: Stay clear of front and rear of ejection rounds; stay clear of retained snakeye fins and all parachute packs or ejection ports. 19. Boobytrap: Use binoculars for long range recon; probe below ground, above ground use uncovered arms from ground up to feel for trip wires. Suspect booby traps at all times, be aware of entrapment situations. 20. Aircraft: Ensure aircraft are chocked, blocked and off; avoid hot wheel explosion area and radar areas. 21. Bombs: Positively ID for chemical, incendiary, etc.; don't turn arming vanes, insert safety pins or pop out pins, pull or cut arming lanyards or attempt fuze removal except as specifically called for in the RSP pub; if unknown, assume 22. most dangerous fuze combination; don't pack explosives in a well containing a detonator; don't remove tail pistols that have been installed in excess of 14 days. 23. Landmines: For initial movement, take cover and perform remotely, not coming out until 60 second WT has elapsed.

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24. Clear debris from obstructed ordnance only enough to permit necessary actions. If such clearance will disturb the ordnance by moving it or by creating hazardous signals perform clearance remotely. SAFETY

25. If any unusual markings, modifications or signs of tampering are noticed, consider the ordnance to be unknown. 26. Avoid vapors, smoke or fumes. 27. Assume that anti-withdrawal devices are present under all components that must be removed unless it is known otherwise. 28. Do not rely solely on color coding for positive ID of munitions contents.

CHEMICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1) Work within the time limits of MOPP levels for existing weather conditions  ACPG: 120 days out of package/45 days total wear/washed 6 times/24hrs in a chem. Environment  SCALP SUIT: Gross contamination 1hr  C2 canister: 30 min. in CK environment/30 days in chem. Environment/60 days out of seal/.3 microns 2) Avoid vegetation. 3) Bend at the waist do not squat or sit in a contaminated area. 4) Decontaminate self/hands whenever suspect contamination is encountered. 5) Keep an eye on your buddy at all times.  Don’t work alone! 6)

Avoid working downwind as much as possible.

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Avoid spreading contamination.

8) Always use the wind to your advantage. 9) Identify cutout Hot Zone options.

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IED SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: 1) Use gloves on all evidence/explosives.

SAFETY

15) Handle acids and other chemicals with care. Some chemical mixtures tend to crust over and, if the crust is disturbed, a detonation or flash fire may occur. SAFETY 16) Use caution in furnishing information concerning EOD procedures or personnel. Such knowledge could provide a designer with the means to develop countermeasures.

2) Do not cut or disconnect wires unless the circuitry is positively known. 3) Check any scene for secondary devices as soon as possible. 4) Remove detonator from explosives point in opposite direction, place in container to restrict or vent blast and frag. 5) Determine required firing action before moving device, move remotely.

17) DO NOT ATTEMPT HAND ENTRY EXCEPT AS A LAST RESORT!. Hand entry is considered the most hazardous. In situation requiring hand entry, first X- ray the device. When attempting hand entry, be especially cautious for anti-probe firing devices.

6) Do not unscrew threaded fittings except remotely.

18) Take precautions against booby traps. Booby Traps can be incorporated into any device.

7) After removal of the blasting cap from the IED, cut the leg wires and shunt as close as possible to the blasting cap.

19) Avoid bunching up personnel at scene.

8) Do not turn lights on or off if photocell functioning is considered possible. 9) * Be on the alert for all types of entrapment situations and be suspicious of every unusual object. 10) Trace all firing leads to make certain that other less obvious devices are not connected to the circuit. Beware of secondary devices. 11) If there is any doubt regarding complete understanding of a circuit, attempt to remove the detonator from the main charge.(BY REMOTE MEANS IF POSSIBLE) 12) Avoid functioning a device by inadvertently applying a required action, such as applying pressure, releasing or pulling wires or strings before their functions are understood, or moving a device and thus actuating a secondary device or boobytrap. A firing device may be initiated or restarted by movement of the improvised device.

20) TIME ON TARGET: The longer it takes to clear an item the greater the chances of indirect fire and small arms fire impacting in and around the EOD team. Remember:  Cat A- Grave and immediate threat to human life or valuable property. (Hands on procedures are authorized)  Cat B-Time critical, no threat to human life or valuable property, (Use remote means on all procedures)  Cat C- Not time critical no threat to human life or valuable property, (Use remote means on all procedures)  Cat D- No EOD threat

13) Do not attempt to reset any type of timing mechanism. 14) Do not operate radio transmitters in the vicinity of electrically initiated devices. If possible, personnel, tools, and other sources of static electricity should be grounded. When necessary, or if a device must be transported through an electromagnetic radiation area, EMR precautions should be taken. 13

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CONVOY BRIEF GENERAL º Be prepared for IED attack followed by ambush. SAFETY º Be and appear vigilant; personnel who look ready to fight back make bad targets. º Maintain maximum safe speeds. º Maintain vehicle dispersion. º Be extra cautious at choke points: Iraqi vehicle breakdowns, bridges, one-way roads, traffic jams, and sharp turns. º If something causes the convoy to stop, watch the flanks for IEDs; dismount with weapons at the ready. º Vests and helmets save lives, wear them! º Ballistic eye protection saves eyesight. º Rehearse actions on contact for an IED. º Get out of the “kill zone” fast. º Do not approach the IED; IEDs are often command-detonated. º Brief all convoy personnel on latest IED threat; what types of IEDs are being used and where have they previously been emplaced on your route?

CONVOY EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SAFETY

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If the convoy is engaged by the enemy, Blow through, do not

Radio operator establishes radio comms with OPCON send SITREP. Request support assets as required.

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If lead vehicle becomes disabled, the second vehicle will push the disabled vehicle out of the danger zone. This procedure will be followed for any disabled vehicle in the convoy.

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If your vehicle becomes disabled place transmit ion to NEUTRAL, maintain steerage and allow rear vehicle to push you out of the danger zone.

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If you are the last vehicle in the convoy use tow strap and have next forward vehicle in convoy pull you through the danger zone.

The following are possible indicators of an ambush: • Absence of women and children when normally present • Dramatic changes in population from one block to the next • Intelligence reports that a “blue X” on rocks indicates an IED site • Signals with flares/city lights (turned off/on) as convoy approaches • Vehicle following convoy for long distances and then pulling off the side of the road prior to an ambush • Broken down vehicles along the roadways • Dead animals along the roadways • Freshly dug hole/disturbed ground along the roadway indicates possible future IED site (report it) • Obstacles in roadway used to channel the convoy. • Personnel on overpasses • Personnel inside traffic circles

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1. stop.

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If a vehicle is too demolished to be pushed out of the danger zone, the vehicle will be disembarked and vehicle crew will get in the vehicle directly in front of the disabled vehicle. If it is the lead vehicle that is disabled, the crew will embark the vehicle directly behind them. Once embarked a head count will be preformed.

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Should a vehicle be abandoned, ensure emergency message is sent, secure all CRYPTO, COMSEC, and sensitive material. All material that can’t be carried will be destroyed by destruction charge or small arms fire. Pop smoke. Be prepared to execute E&E plan if situation dictates.

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14) Have any items been found? (yes / no) If yes; have any items like this been found before?

QUESTIONNAIRE *Grey Highlights Denote Chemical Incident Questions ** Boxes Denote IED Incident Questions 1) Date / Time

15) How long has item been there?

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2) Caller Name: QUEST Unit: Freq/Call sign:

Ph#:

16) What was the sequence of events leading up to the finding of the item? (This may give info about how the item was emplaced, capture/kill of trigger man, bad guys in the area) QUEST 17) How is item positioned? (ground/desk/table/suspended)

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18) Is a search being conducted?

3) POC on Scene: Unit: Freq/Call sign:

 Have cordon force or people familiar with area search area for secondary devices, with out sacrificing security or safety.  Don’t use radios (if possible)  Do not touch or disturb suspect items!!!  Do not change condition of surroundings  Leave lights as found, on or off  Leave doors, windows, drawers, etc.. Open

Ph#: /

4) Incident location: 5) LAT/LONG

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19) What type of weapon/item is involved (If Known):

6) Maps of the area?

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7) Where is your security located? Are their any other forces operating in the area? (Determine if the security is adequate and located in a safe location in relation to the item)

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What makes you think this is a bomb?

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9) Were there previous IED incidents at this location? 10) Was bomb threat received? (yes / no) 11) What is the Target? 12) Expected time of detonation: 13) Exact wording of bomb threat:

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Type: Construction Material: Fusing:  Nose:  Tail: How many sections? Color: Markings: Length/Width/Height: Diameter: Shape: Fins? (yes / no) Description: Protruding wires? (yes / no) Photos? (yes / no)

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Were any liquids or vapor clouds observed? (yes / no)   

20) Color or odor of liquid? 21) How close have personnel been to Item? 22) What were they wearing? (Metal / Protective Clothing / In Vehicle)

If Chem is suspected:  Evacuate 450M radius and 2000M downwind or as needed Chem Frag Radius: NO HE: 50M 1LB HE 300M Clear 5000 ft AGL for air traffic

31) Evacuate personnel to QUEST

23) Were there any unusual sounds? (yes / no)

QUEST

meter perimeter.

32) Secure Air Space to

meters.

33) Secure Seaward to

meters.

34) Medevac for area? (yes / no) 24) Did anyone touch or move the item? (yes / no)

Ph#:

25) Do they feel OK? (yes / no)

Freq/Call sign:

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35) Firefighting assets available? (yes / no)

26) Type of Casualties or Injuries

Ph#:

Freq/Call sign:

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36) Have any other Units/Agencies been notified? (yes / no) 27) Agent involved (qty, container size, and type)

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Who?

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Ph#:

Freq/Call sign:

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28) Any dead animals or foliage? (yes / no)

37) Type of Delivery known? (Air / Surface / Person / Vehicle / Mail)

29) Extent of Contamination?

38) Course / Speed / Altitude of delivery vehicle:

30) Are personnel securing area? (yes / no)  Is ECM being used?(yes / no) What kind?___________________

39) Are any hazards present?

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Do they have protection? (Bunkers / Flak & Helmet / MOPP Gear)

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Unit:

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Freq/Call sign:

Ph#: /

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Radio Transmitters(EMR) (yes / no)

Can they be secured? (yes / no)

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Power Lines(EMR)

Can they be secured? (yes / no)

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Fuel tanks or lines

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Any additional hazards?

(yes / no) (yes / no)

Can they be secured? (yes / no)

Can the area withstand high order detonation? (yes / no)

41) Location & Availability of water:

51) Have witness who saw the item standing by at the Incident Site if possible.

42) Type of terrain:

52) Have witness make a map or drawing of the Incident Site, to include his path in & out.

43) Accessibility & condition of roads: 53) EOD estimated time of arrival: 44) Temperature: 45) Wind speed / Direction: 46) Fire? (yes / no)

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Detonation? (yes / no)

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47) Can the following be provided at the scene: 

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Water / Decon Team / Medical / Heavy equipment / Decons / Transportation

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54) OIC/LCPO/Team Leader makes initial Threat assessment Cat A,B,C,D Cat A- Grave and immediate threat to human life or valuable property. (Hands on procedures are authorized) Cat B-Time critical, no threat to human life or valuable property, (Use remote means on all procedures) Cat C- Not time critical no threat to human life or valuable property, (Use remote means on all procedures) Cat D- No EOD threat

48) What is the best route to site? 55) Roadside IED’s exhaust all remote means possible before manned approach. (Robot) 49) Can someone meet us? (yes / no) 

55) Determine disposition of Item:  Conventional: Blow in place (need SDA), PUKA  Chem: Location and availability of Tech escort

Where?

50) Recommendations:

56) Chemical Response Capabilities:

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Shipboard: set initial exclusion area of two watertight boundaries around space. Ensure EMCON A is set, Cond Z in area, Security alert, fire parties stationed, security set, notify other ships at pier, pier security, base CDO, fire, medical. If underway, Flying squad, MAA forces respond in addition to security alert and watertight integrity.

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Have DC Central review blueprints for any additional hazards in the vicinity.

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Building: open windows and doors while evacuating all unnecessary personnel 300ft from incident (500 ft from Car Bomb) while seeking all available cover.

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Safe all explosive hazards Identify Agent Prevent Spread of Contamination

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SECURITY COORDINATION FOR RESPONDING EOD 1.

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3.

4.

After 9-line is received from BTOC, make sure finding element has enough vehicles and personnel to properly cordon road (MSR with 4 lanes needs at least 4 vehicles for a cordon). Do not count your security that will be guiding you out as cordon force, because they are for your protection only (at least two gun trucks must stay with you). Once you are satisfied that there will be enough guns for your team give a 15 minute ETA link-up at the gate. Make liaison with your security and make sure that they know where they are headed. Do not role out the gate with a PHASE I security element that does not know where they are going. They must know the route and an alternate route in case of ambush. They should have in there possession: A) Map of AO B) Grid to where link up will be accomplished C) Comms with the finding unit D) Comms with Battalion or Brigade for GRF E) Plan for egress on an alternate route should things go awry. Inform your security of what you expect, enroute and when you arrive. Advise them not to let personnel or vehicle within 100 meters of your location. Some things to tell your security: A) Be on the lookout for vehicles/personnel sneaking around the cordon PHASE I and getting close. B) Do not pay attention to what we are doing with the robot the enemy is outward. C) Do not stop in an obvious place when we arrive, to move 50 meters off the road if possible. Standby to readjust positions.

5.

Convoy to site, try to split up the trucks so the two odd looking trucks with the funny antennas are not right in the middle of the gun trucks.

6.

It is important that the security element has comms with the finding unit so you don’t roll past the IED, because the cordon was not set on both sides of the road. (This happens a lot)

7.

Once on scene conduct CP search and find out where the item is. Establish where you want the security trucks. Keep them safe also.

8.

When ready to conduct procedure, inform the inner security and all other personnel to take cover.

When operation is complete secure all tools and inform your security you are ready to collapse on the way out. Do not collapse the cordon until EOD and its security clear the area!

PREDEPARTURE *Grey Highlights Denote Chemical Incident ___ 1.

Upon receiving notification, complete Questionnaire.

___ 2.

Initiate team recall.

PHASE I

___ 3.

Arrange transportation: ( Helo / Vehicle / Boat )

___ 4.

Coordinate adequate convoy security.

___ 5.

Complete Medevac Worksheet.

___ 6.

Complete Comms Plan Worksheet.

___ 7.

Personnel Assignments:



PHASE I

Team Leader 

IET / P1



IET / P2



IET / Safety



Comms/Logs



EPDS Operator

___ 8. Load all equipment and publications using Enclosures. (If responding from the field, check equipment & report any deficiencies to nearest support asset) ___ 9.

Ensure notifications are made in accordance with Enclosure.

___ 10. Select a proposed CP complex using available maps and information from Questionnaire 23

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___ 11. Plot the approach route to the CP complex including a 1-mile staging area upwind from the incident site.

ARRIVAL ON SCENE/RECON/IED ** Boxes Denote IED Incident ___ 1. Transit to the area. Upon Arrival: Conduct CP search and immediately ask where the item is then establish where you want your security. **Was this CP used before in prosecution of a previous incident? If “Yes” relocate immediately! ___ 2. Locate OSC… - Team Leader and P1 obtain an updated brief. - Get location of security (cordon force) and determine if security is adequate and in a safe location. Team leader ensure they are located where needed prior to starting work.

___ 12. Conduct research prior to departure if possible. ___ 13. Calculate Blast/Frag/Downwind Hazard and pass to OSC prior to departure if possible. ___ 14. Check on any casualties for signs of symptoms. ___ 15. Determine additional assets from OSC:  



ECM Security to set a perimeter (Snipers, Troops, Vehicles). PHASE I *Brief security element to eliminate any threat with a weapon and any device that can potentially initiate an IED… cell phone, key fob, pager, or electronic transmitter. CAS, Bradleys, LAVs, Main Battle tanks for possible use as stand off weapon against VBIED or Roadside IED.

___ 16. Conduct team brief on scenario based on currently available information.

PHASE I

-

How long do we have to work? The security situation, convoys passing and other known events may limit time available to complete the task.

PHASE II

LBS 1 5 10 15 20 30

Establish comms with forces on scene. K24 (PSI=2.3) 24 FT 41 52 59 65 75

K50 50 85 108 123 135 155

K328 328 558 706 807 886 1017

___ 3.

Have the person who found the item come to the CP.

___ 4.

Calculate Blast/Frag. Relay Blast/Frag info to OSC/Security personnel.

NOTE: While working an EOD incident, equipment is put away once it is no longer needed, not at the end of the call. This ensures that at the end of a call the team can simply get in the vehicle and leave. Also, if the team must depart the area unexpectedly, little time will be wasted and gear will not be lost or left behind. ___ 5. Tool man build up necessary tools.(When possible have tools pre-built and ready. )  *Note MK-186 Receiver number and associated tool. ___ 6.

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Brief Loss of Comms procedures.

___ 7. Once Cp is secure and all elements are in place, initiate recon of suspect item/ordnance:  When applicable conduct recon taking Mag and Acoustic precautions until they can be eliminated.  Dress out in appropriate PPE. 26

RECON; SURFACE ORDNANCE (UXO), IED 

Primary Method: Robot with appropriate tool (counter-charge, Explosive tool)



Alternate Method: Utilize remote means to recon/disrupt item.



Last Resort: EOD technician in bomb suit carrying appropriate tool. NOTE: Ensure ECM is operating correctly.

        

___ 1.

Long-range recon: Perform Comms check prior to departure..

___ 2.

Approach item utilizing available cover.

RECON; TACTICLE IED, VBIED



While approaching suspect item with robot or manual, search for secondary or daisy chained item. Place counter charge/explosive tool. If using robot, attempt to pull receiver and or caps away from PHASE II item. Down range conduct a search of the area with robot to look for secondary items or receivers. Return robot/Tech in bomb suit to cover location/CP. Reevaluate Blast/Frag range. Notify TOC, through CP (rear), OSC, and security prior to controlled detonation. If other devices had been found on initial recon, follow above steps to render these items safe. Tactical situation permitting initiate search for secondary items, evidence, kick outs, ECT.

Approach from upwind unless Chemical Ordnance can be ruled out.

___ 3.

Type of ordnance:

___ 4.

Type of Fuze:

PHASE II

___ 5.

Type of fins:

___ 6.

How Many:

___ 7.

Visible fumes or leakage? (yes / no)

___ 8.

Review Safety Precautions: **WAIT TIME**

CHEM

HE

FRAG

EMR

STATIC

JET

EJECTION

PIEZO ELE

COCKED STRIKER

BOOBYTRAP

WP/FIRE

MOVEMENT

ACOUSTIC/ SEISMIC

VT/TDD

CLOCKWORK

MAGNETIC

___ 9.

Note approximate size of object/sketch attitude and position.

___ 10. Note & sketch surrounding area, obstacles, buildings and external environment hazards (fuel tanks, etc.). ___ 11. Look for and sketch best possible approach route and assign sides on sketch for close-in phase.

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___ 12. CP reevaluates Blast/Frag. Relocate CP as necessary. 28

___ 13. Return to CP or proceed to Close In Recon as directed. ___ 28. Brief OSC. Close In Recon: ___ 29. If item was disrupted, proceed. If not, repeat previous steps.

***WARNING*** No Radio Transmissions within 30 feet of item

___ 30. Locate the following components:

___ 14. Take pictures from various aspects.  Note type and number of items.  P2 take pictures and return to CP.

 

___ 15. Inspect surroundings for additional hazards/other items.

___ 31. Short initiator leads and place in Cap Holder.

___ 16. Secure item; gag fuzes, impellers and arming vanes if required.

___ 32. Prosecute any suspect components.

___ 17. Complete Close In Recon.

Main Charge Power Source

PHASE II PHASE II

 

Initiator Switch/Firing Mechanism

___ 33. Search area thoroughly. P2 may assist.

___ 34. Collect components and determine disposition. ___ 18. Place Tool. (Explosive Tool / X-Ray / Both)  Consider dispersion of components when placing Tool.  Note orientation of X-Ray cassette. ___ 19. Place Sandbags behind Explosive Tools to prevent collateral damage. ___ 20. Take pictures of tool placement. ___ 21. Back out for X-Ray/Return to CP.  Take available cover while shooting X-Ray.  Relocate X-Ray when retrieving cassette. ___ 22. Analyze X-Rays to determine if shot will be necessary/effective. *Refer to Circuit analysis/Commit times ___ 23. Brief OSC. ___ 24. Fire Tool. ___ 25. P1 downrange to verify shot. “TOOL IN/TOOL OUT” ___ 26. P2 retrieve 1st Tool and return to CP. ___ 27. Was item disrupted? (yes / no) 29

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DEVELOP/EXECUTE RSP POA

RSP WORKSHEET

___ 1. Based on the information gathered by the IET, the Team Leader will select the proper RSP and/or Disposal Procedures NOTE: CATEGORY DETERMINES PROCEEDURE; ALWAYS USE MOST REMOTE METHOD OF RSP! ___ 2. Recalculate Blast/Frag radius if necessary. Reposition CP as required.

___ 1.

*

___ 2.

*

___ 3.

Conduct team brief

___ 3.

*

___ 4.

Review and Brief Medevac Procedures

___ 4.

*

___ 5.

*

___ 6.

*

___ 5. Assign members to gather and prepare all necessary tools and equipment. ___ 6.

Generate RSP Checklist.

TOOL/DEMO LOADOUT

PHASE III PHASE III

___ 7.

___ 7. The work party conduct the RSP procedures as directed, keeping the CP informed of each step as it is performed.

POA

RSP Verification

___ Step ( ) *



Brief the RSP team on specific item to check in order to verify that the RSP was successful.

___ Step ( ) *



RSP team verifies effectiveness of procedures and repeats as required.



Except on extremely sensitive fuzes, isolate fuzes or components in CMC and place in a safe location.

___ Step ( ) *



Update OSC.

___ Step ( ) *

___ 8.

*

___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) *

___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * 31

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DEVELOP/EXECUTE DISPOSAL POA ___ 1.   

DISPOSAL WORKSHEET TOOL/DEMO LOADOUT:

Disposal Phase Objectives: Properly store or dispose of hazardous components. Debrief the On Scene Commander and the response team. Return all equipment to a ready status.

___ 1.

*

___ 2.

*

___ 2.

Complete Disposal Worksheet.

___ 3.

*

___ 3.

Take pictures and record number/type/NEW of item(s)

___ 4.

*

___ 5.

*

___ 6.

*

___ 4. Pre-Entry Brief. Brief the Disposal team as to the location and nature of all hazardous components and clearly state the specific objectives of the entry. ___ 5.

Review and Brief Medevac Procedures.

PHASE IV PHASE IV

___ 6. Disposal team maintains positive two-way communications with the CP at all times. Advise the CP of all intended actions prior to performing the actions. Report back as much information as possible. ___ 7. If the fuzing is safe to transport and store, segregate and store all fuze components in CMC’s and transport to the dud locker for later disposal.

___ 7.

POA ___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) *

___ 8. If the fuzing is not safe to transport or store, blow in place or, fuze precautions permitting, carefully transport to a safe disposal area and detonate.

___ Step ( ) *

___ 9. Team Leader debriefs the on scene commander and provides him with any information required for a Sitrep.

___ Step ( ) *

___ Step ( ) *

___ Step ( ) *

___ 10. Conduct team debrief and return all equipment to a condition of readiness.

___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * ___ Step ( ) * 33

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___ 12. Perform 2 more Detector Ticket Tests 50M downrange and 50M apart.

ARRIVAL ON SCENE/CP CHECKOUT (CHEM/BIO)



___ 1. Transit to the 1 mile mark or designated CP area and obtain an updated brief from the On Scene Commander (OSC). Meet with Medical.

Stop

).

___ 13. Drop a cone in center of this triangle.

___ 2.

Establish comms with OpArea CP.

___ 3.

Dress out CP Check Out Team (review ACPG donning procedures)

___ 4.

Conduct team brief

___ 5.

Conduct Medevac Brief

___ 6.

Conduct communications check

___ 7.

Mask up. LOG TIME_____________



Request 15 minute wait to collect vapors. (Start

Stop

).

___ 14. Perform complete series of vapor tests using M18 chart. Request wait times IAW chart. 

If any tests are positive, back out of area, update Team Leader for selection of new CP/CRA. 

___ 8. CP Check out team departs for proposed Contamination Reduction Area  Perform discretionary M-8 checks on all liquids encountered on the way to proposed CRA. ___ 9.

Request 2nd 5 minute wait time. (Start (positive / negative)

___ 15. Perform unmasking procedures IAW field guide. If person has symptoms, back out of area to establish new CP/CRA.

PHASE II

Arrive at proposed CRA

If all tests negative, continue with step 15.

PHASE II

___ 16. Inform CP of area status.

___ 17. WP unmasks. VEHICLE /CONE #1(BECOMES CCL) ___ 18. CP Check Out Team check vertical temperature gradient, wind speed and direction. CONE #2

CONE #3

CONE #4(BECOMES HOTLINE)

___ 10. CP Checkout team move in front of vehicle. Place first cone. Perform Detector Ticket Test. 

Request 5 minute wait time. (Start (positive / negative)

Stop

).

___ 11. Contamination Control Line (CCL) is established at the #1 cone. (Imaginary line). 35

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___ 13. Review Safety Precautions:

IET PROCEDURES

**WAIT TIME**

___ 1.

Establish EPDS prior to IET departing. (IAW field guide)

___ 2.

Conduct IET pre-departure brief. Have team sit in shade if possible.

  

General EOD Safety CHEMICAL safety. Agent Symptoms & treatment.

___ 3.

Review and brief Medevac procedures.

___ 4.

IET mask up, don Body Armor and SDS bag. LOG TIME._______

___ 5.

EPDS operator conducts final check on IET.

Perform Comms check prior to departure.

___ 7.

Approach item utilizing available cover.



Type of ordnance:

___ 9.

Type of Fuze:

FRAG

EMR

STATIC

JET

EJECTION

PIEZO ELE

COCKED STRIKER

BOOBYTRAP

WP/FIRE

MOVEMENT

ACOUSTIC/ SEISMIC

VT/TDD

CLOCKWORK

MAGNETIC

___ 15. Note & sketch surrounding area, obstacles, buildings and external environment hazards (fuel tanks, etc.). ___ 16. Look for and sketch best possible approach route and assign sides on sketch for close-in phase. ___ 17. Return to CP or proceed to Close In Recon as directed.

Approach from upwind checking all suspicious liquids encountered.

___ 8.

HE

___ 14. Note approximate size of object/sketch attitude and position.

Long Range Recon: ___ 6.

CHEM

PHASE III PHASE III

On Site

___ 18. Establish shuffle pit 10-20 meters upwind from incident site. Fill Decon buckets.

___ 10. Type of fins:

___ 19. Check VTG, wind direction, and report to CP

___ 11. How Many:

___ 20. Set up clean and dirty drop cloths near site.

___ 12. Visible fumes or leakage? (yes / no)

___ 21. Place equipment on clean drop cloth. Decon and water on dirty drop cloth. ___ 22. Take pictures.

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___ 23. Conduct M8 paper checks.  Red = Blister  Yellow = G nerve  Green = VX 38

___ 24. Conduct close-in recon. Pass the following information to CP:

DEVELOP/EXECUTE WP/RSP POA

Close In Recon:

  

***WARNING*** No Radio Transmissions within 30 feet of item

Safe explosive hazard Identify agent Prevent spread of contamination

___ 25. Take pictures from various aspects.

___ 1.

IET brief Team Leader.

___ 26. Inspect surroundings for additional hazards/other items.

___ 2.

Develop RSP

___ 27. Secure item, gag fuzes, impellers, arming vanes if required.

___ 3.

Write out RSP to include:

**Complete Close In Recon Worksheet before proceeding to next step**.

_____(1) Ordnance/Fuze RSP _____(2) Method of leak sealing _____(3) Decon procedures _____(4) Packing method _____(5) Immediate disposal method

___ 28. Separate leakers from non-leakers (if possible). ___ 29. Prevent spread of contamination (plug leak if possible). ___ 4.

Team Leader brief OSC.

___ 5.

Assemble equipment for working party.

___ 6.

Brief working party and EPDS operator on the agent and applicable safety precautions.

NOTE:

If multiple items, ensure downwind hazard is computed for total amount of filler ___ 30. CP re-compute exclusion area and downwind hazard area.

PHASE III PHASE IV

___ 7.

___ 31. If positively identified, CP research ordnance, fuzing and filler. ___ 32. Request airtight shipping container. Get good measurements. If NO positive indications have been found, consider delaying gross decon until after working party has done vapor checks* ___ 33. IET perform gross decon if able to handle munition and contain runoff.

___ 8.

Dress out working party. Mask up. LOG TIME.

___ 9.

Conduct comms checks.

___ 10. EPDS operator perform final checks on working party. ___ 11. WP departs for site.

___ 34. Cover with tarp to reduce down wind hazard and collect vapors. ___ 35. Proceed to EPDS using same route as entering ___ 36. Process through EPDS as necessary. ___ 37. IET debrief the CP and WP.

Review and Brief Medevac procedures.

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WP on Site

ACPG DONNING PROCEDURES

___ 12. Place equipment on drop cloth to conduct RSP. Limit number of trips to and from site. ___ 13. Safety Observer and P2 go to safe area while P1 performs RSP/safes explosive hazards. After RSP Safety Observer and P2 return to site.

1. The ACPG suit will protect against all known CB agents. It is the replacement of the CPO suit and are worn with the Glove Set, Chemical Protective (GSCP) and Green/Black Vinyl Over-boots (GVO/BVO). The suit provides protection in a chemical environment for 24 hours and has an extendable shelf life of 5 years. In an uncontaminated environment it is good for 120 days if not worn, 45 days if worn once removed from bag or can be laundered up to 6 times with all Velcro fasteners secured before laundering whichever comes first.

___ 14. Conduct M18 check to ID agent

a. Remove all jewelry. b. Put on T-shirt, shorts, body armor (as needed). c. Put on ACPG trousers close zipper. d. Fasten and adjust length of suspenders. e. Don ACPG jacket, pull zipper up to chest. f. Pull loop through legs and place on webbing strip. g. Put on boots and boot covers. h. Lower trousers over boot and secure with Velcro to snug fit. i. Close Zipper completely and Velcro jacket. J Receive team brief. k. Don the M45. l. Log Mask Up time. m. Pull hood over M45 and secure under chin. n. Pull sleeves up and don gloves.. o. Place sleeves over gloves and secure Velcro tightly. p. EPDS operator checks out each man before going down range.

___ 15. Take actions to prevent spread of contamination. ___ 16. Determine disposition of explosives if necessary and proceed to disposal POA and disposal worksheet. ___ 17. Turn scene over to Tech Escort Provide to Tech Escort the following Information: ____A. type of agent ______________________________ ____B. Qty of agent _______________________________ ____C. Precursors found ___________________________ ____D. Other hazards in area ________________________

PHASE IV

EPDS PROCEDURES 2PC CUT OUT EPDS

_____E. Decons used in area_________________________ Process the WP and weapon through the hotline

•

4 STEP DECON 60A-1-1-11

•

Gross Decon Wait contact time, keep wet with decon using scrub brush. Rinse. 4. Place munitions in first bag and seal. Place munitions in second bag and seal.

• • • •

1. 2. 3.

• Note:

Approaching the Decontamination Line

• Drop all gear in designated bags (i.e. throw away bag & kept equipment bag). Use M291 & M295 Pads on head and shoulder area as well as any gross contaminated areas (use buddy system). If using a blower, Decon hands retrieve new C2 canister, with buddy assist remove blower from M45 and replace with single C2 canister Drop blower assembly in designated bag/drop cloth Do not cross Red Line until instructed to. Line Boss will instruct the contaminated personnel to step into station one. Contaminated personnel, working in pairs, will start at station 1 deconing each other from top to bottom and using the shuffle pit for deconing feet. Wait until directed to move to the outer cloths drop, station 2. If possible allow 10 meters for Hot Zone movement.

Note: Cutters will decon hands and cutting utensils after every cutting

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procedure before moving to the next step.

EPDS PROCEDURES 2PC CUT OUT CONT. Station 1 • Approach Hotline • Remove and drop equipment on equipment drop cloth • Using buddy system decon MASK/HANDS/TORSO with SDS or M295 kit. • Decon feet in shuffle pit. • Cross HOT-LINE Station 2 (OUTER CLOTHS) • Cut/Loosen all straps and hook and pile connectors; place in container. • Cut out of the top garment, starting from the top of the hood and continuing down the back. • Place top garment in container after folding it onto itself. • Cut waist strap on trousers. • Cut down both sides of the trousers. • Cut the suspenders above the “X” on the back. • Place trousers in container after folding it into itself. • Remove outer gloves; place gloves in container. • Cut Fish Tail Laces (if worn) • Hold fish tail and have contaminated person step out; place into container. • Move to station 3. Station 3 (INNER CLOTHS) • .Cut down back of inner clothing top. • Place top in container after folding it onto itself. • Cut belt on inner clothing trousers. • Cut down both sides of inner clothing trousers.  Place trousers in container after folding it onto itself.  Cut boot laces of inner boot.  Hold boots and have contaminated person step out; place boots in container.  Remove inner gloves and place in container.  Cut down back of outer socks; remove socks; place in container.  Cut down back of inner socks; remove socks; place in container.  Move to station 4. Station 4 (MASK DROP) • Decon hands and around the mask. • Hold breath/close eyes/remove mask. • Move to station 5. Station 5 (MEDICAL)  Medical evaluation.  Staged replacement gear/clothing.

EPDS SET UP

Wind

Red Chemlites

Dirty Side

Clean side

50 METER MINIMUM

Gear Drop Bags

STATION ONE

Green Chemlites

MEDICAL/ SHOWER

STATION TWO

STATION THREE

STATION FOUR

STATION FIVE

15 METERS

PERSONNEL SDS PAT DOWN SHUFFLE PIT AREA

OUTER CLOTHING DROP (PPE)

INNER CLOTHING DROP (BOOTS/SOCK)

MASK DROP

Note: 100% Physical Control For Every Man From Red Line to Green Line.

EPDS

EPDS EPDS CLOSE OUT When the last two personnel come through the EPDS follow exact procedures for EPDS personnel processing having the two men perform the cut out procedures on each other with the exception of, the last station. The personnel will perform unassisted mask drop.

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CHEMICAL DOWNWIND HAZARD INFORMATION UNMASKING PROCEDURES Dosage Chart

FM 3-7 chap.3

WITHOUT DETECTION EQIUPMENT: a. Deep breath and hold it and break mask seal for 15 seconds with eyes open b. Clear and reseal mask. Observe for 10 minutes. c. If no symptoms appear, break mask seal take 2-3 more breaths, clear and reseal. Observe for 10 minutes for symptoms. d. If no symptoms, unmask for 5 minutes and then remask. If no symptoms appear in 10 minutes, it is safe to give the all clear. e. Continue to observe for delayed symptoms.

Agent Type

Chemical Agent

Dosage (mg-min/m3)

Nerve

GA GB, GD VX HD, HN L AC CK CG, DP CN CS DM BZ

30 2 25 25 30 100 700 150 10 1 10 10

Blister Blood Choking Tear

WITH DETECTOR KIT: a. Test with detector kit. b. If test is negative unmask for 5 minutes. Remask and observe for 10 minutes for symptoms. c. If no symptoms appear, it is safe to give the all clear. d. Continue to observe for delayed symptoms.

Vomiting Incapacitating

CONVERSION FACTORS



UNMASKING

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kg=lbs x 0.454



1 mile=5280 ft

  

mpm=mph x 26.8 mpm=knots x 30.9 m=yds x 0.914

  

1 mile=1760 yds 1 mile=1609.34 m km=miles x 1.61

VTG Thermometers @ 1ft and 12ft* *No lower than 6ft)

-3 Best -2 -1 Neutral 0 +1 Inversion +2 +3 Worst Lapse

CHEMICAL MUNITIONS MARKINGS

REVISED COLOR CODING SYSTEM (709C)

(FM 21-16 Appx.A)

Agent/Filler

Five-Element Marking System (Old) BACK GRND

NO. OF BANDS

COLOR OF CHEM. AGENT DESCRIPTIVE MARKINGS SYMBOL WORD TOXIC CHEMICAL AGENTS GB, CG, CK GAS

Toxic Chemical Agents

(CASUALTY AGENTS)

TOXIC CHEMICAL AGENTS VX, HD, H, HT

Marking/Background/Band Color ALL NERVE, BLISTER, BLOOD, CHOKING AGENTS TOXIC BINARY

GAS

(CASUALTY AGENTS)

IRRITANT AGENTS

Incapacitating Agents

(RIOT CONTROL AGENTS)

CN, CS, CN1, CS1

GAS

INCENDIARIES

TH, NP, PTI, PTV

INCENDIARY

Riot Control ALL CS, CN, Agents D-SERIES

HC, WP, PWP

SMOKE

ALL Incendiary MARKINGS Agents IN BLACK Screening and OTHER Signaling THAN WP, Smokes PWP WP, PWP ALL Practice MARKINGS IN WHITE

SMOKES (SCREENING AND SIGNALLING)

Standard Color Coding System (709A) Toxic Chemical Agents (Casualty Agents) Incapacitating Agents

Riot Control Agents Incendiaries Smokes Practice Explosive Component

Nonpersistent Agents Persistent Agents All Nerve Agents Persistent Agents

Gray Background All markings in Green Descriptive word:“Gas” Chem. Agent Symbol Grey Background All markings in Red Chem. Agent Symbol

Explosive Components (Additional Marking Bands)

Grey Background All markings in Red Descriptive word:“Riot” Chem. Agent Symbol All markings in Black on Light Red Background All markings in Black on Light Green Background except WP an PWP which are in Light Red All markings in White on Blue Background High Explosive An Additional marking band on Low Explosive some chemical ammunition.

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BZ

Prophylaxis: Pyridostigmine Bromide in itself will not protect you from nerve agent poisoning. It strictly enhances the antidotes during GD poisoning. One Set = 21 tablets of 30 mg. Take one tablet every 8 hours.

CHEMICAL AGENTS HAZARDS, SYMPTOMS &TREATMENT Nerve Agents (GA, GB, GD, GF, VX) Symptoms Vapor Small exposure Eyes: Pinpointed pupils; dim, blurred vision; pain; may cause nausea, vomiting Nose: Runny Nose, worse than cold or hay fever Mouth: Excessive Salivation, may run out corners of the mouth Airways: Shortness of breath Vapor Moderate exposure Severe breathing difficulty

Blister Agents, Vesicants (HD, HN, HT, L, PD, ED, MD, CX) Symptoms red skin in 4-8 hrs eye irritation respiratory irritation severe burns 4-24 hrs Chemical Cell damage in 1-2 minutes. Clinical effects show in 2-48 hours, average 4-8 hours. Lewisite rate of action pain & irritation within 1 minute, tissue damage within 5 minutes. systemic poisoning for CX: Powerful irritant which produces IMMEDIATE pain When it comes in contact with the skin, the area turns blanched and surrounded by a red ring in 30 secs. The blanched area turns brown in 24 hrs. Scab forms in about a week.

Gasping, irregular breathing Vapor Large exposure Previously listed effects plus... Loss of consciousness Seizures No Breathing Paralysis Death Onset of effects: seconds to minutes After removal from vapor ; Effects do not worsen May improve No late-onset effects Liquid on Skin Same as vapor With the exception of pinpointed pupils Can occur if liquid drop is near the eye First symptoms are localized sweating and twitching of the exposed area. First symptom you will notice, will probably be GI tract (nausea and vomiting). Onset of effects Small, medium drop, As long as 18 hours Large, lethal drop, Usually