Standard Operating Procedures



Standard Operating Procedures

Range 30

COMBINED ARMS COLLECTIVE TRAINING FACILITY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PARA

Purpose 1

References 2

Description 3

Scope 4

Certification 5

Weapons Authorized 6

Ammunition Authorized 7

Bivouac 8

Medical Requirements 9

Scheduling 10

Contractor Support 11

Equipment Requirements 12

Personnel Requirements 13

Communications 14

Target Requirements 15

Breaching 16

General Instructions 17

Air Assault and Rappelling 18

Safety 19

Limitations 20

Clearing Procedures 21

AAR Building 22

The Proponent 23

TABLE OF CONTENTS

APPENDIXA Example Safety Briefing

APPENDIX B Uniform and Special Equipment for Range 30

APPENDIX C Clearing SOP for Range 30

APPENDIX D Special Effects Close Combat Marking Capabilities Kit (CCMCK) Policy

APPENDIX E Breach Training

APPENDIX F Responsibilities of RNOIC/RSO

APPENDIX G Heat Injuries

APPENDIX H Hazmat Spills

APPENDIX I Emergency Points of Contact

APPENDIX J Weapon Malfunction Response Chart

APPENDIX H Facility Layout

APPENDIX I CROCL

FTIG-TC-POTS 27 March 2018

MEMORANDUM FOR: Officer in Charge (OIC) and Range Safety Officer (RSO)

SUBJECT: Range 30 Combined Arms Collective Training Facility (CACTF) Standard Operating Procedures.

1. PURPOSE: To provide guidance for the safe, efficient and economical conduct of training at Range 30, Combined Arms Collective Training Facility, FTIG, Pennsylvania.

2. REFERENCES:

a. AR 385-63, DA Pam 385-63

b. FTIG Regulation 350-2

c. FM 3-06.20

d. FM 3-22.9

e. FM 3-23.35

f. TC 90-1

g. FM 3-06.11

h. FM 3-23.30

i. FM 3-50

j. TC 21-24

k. TM 9-6920-3700-10

3. DESCRIPTION: The Combined Arms Collective Training Facility (CACTF) is the largest MOUT training facility at FTIG, and consists of 12 fully video/audio equipped buildings, a cemetery with vault and an underground trainer. The CACTF is designed to conduct multi-echelon, full spectrum operations training up to battalion/task force (TF) level. The CACTF provides a training area in which units may learn the individual and collective

skills needed to fight and defeat an enemy in an urban environment. The CACTF will accommodate Force on Force (FOF) and Force on Target (FOT) operations. Training events can be captured on video for use in the AAR. The AAR facility allows the leader or commander to view actions in the CACTF and evaluate the unit on urban operations training proficiency. The CACTF AAR Facility links video playback and editing equipment to the cameras in the CACTF. This allows units to conduct AARs in a classroom environment while viewing the unit’s actions that were recorded in the exercise. The CACTF facilities may also be utilized to conduct Law Enforcement, Civil Disturbance, Emergency Response and other related training and operations.

4. SCOPE: This SOP applies to all Active, Reserve, National Guard and other agencies that utilize Range 30, Combined Arms Collective Training Facility in any capacity.

5. CERTIFICATION: Battalion Commanders (0-5 or Higher) will appoint and certify, in writing, that the Range Officer-in-Charge and Range Safety Officer are competent for the weapon systems being used. The Range OIC must have a completed and signed Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheet (DRAW) on hand.

6. WEAPONS AUTHORIZED: Training at the CACTF may be conducted with all unit/organizations organic weapon systems.

7. AMMUNITION AUTHORIZED:

• Blank ammunition for all weapons authorized at the CACTF

• CCMCK ammunition for all weapons authorized

• Demolition munitions for breaching(non-standard request needed)

• G811 Body Practice Hand Grenades M69

• G878 Fuse for Practice Hand Grenades M69

• G940 Smoke Grenade (Green)

• G945 Smoke Grenade (Yellow)

• G955 Smoke Grenade (Violet)

• L600 Simulator, Booby Trap M119 Whistling

• G810 Body Practice Hand Grenade M30

• G870 Fuse for Practice Hand Grenade M30

• L307 Signal Star clusters

• L594 Artillery Simulators

a. All units will adhere to instructions and safety requirements for ammunition stated in FTIG 350-2 and related FMs and TMs.

b. Unit Commanders of training units have overall responsibility to ensure all their soldiers are briefed on all safety requirements concerning ammunition before arrival on the training site.

c. Units with the appropriate conversion kits and safety equipment can use CCMCK provided that the unit follows all safety requirements and applicable FMs and TMs.

d. Fire Extinguisher must be on site when there is any ammunition or pyrotechnics being utilized.

e. There are specific restrictions with the employment of pyrotechnic devices inside the CACTF Buildings. Units must get prior approval of employment locations from Range Operations or Bowhead Staff prior to the start of training.

f. Artillery Simulators will not be utilized inside of buildings. Units must get prior approval of employment locations from Range Operations or Bowhead Staff.

g. No blanks or pyrotechnics will be utilized in or around underground trainer.

h. Smoke machines are not permitted in the tunnels due to electrical hazards from standing water.

8. BIVOUAC: Units are authorized to bivouac at Range 30. No personnel are authorized to utilize the CACTF as a LSA (Life Support Area) at anytime. Units may put tents in surrounding area with prior approval from Range Operations or Bowhead Staff. No stakes of any type or digging is authorized without prior approval from Range Operations or Bowhead Staff.

9. MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: One certified Combat Life Saver or higher qualified medical personnel must be on site with aide bag, litter, and dedicated evacuation vehicle. Assigned Medical Personnel must have appropriate medical supplies specific to the training being conducted.

10. SCHEDULING: FTIG 214, Unit Training Plan (Risk Management Worksheet if conducting non-standard training) must be submitted NLT 45 days prior to the execution of the training event. Contractor support for the video/audio instrumentation must be coordinated directly with the Bowhead Staff at the Range 30 AAR/Range Operations Bldg 26-701 NLT 14 days prior to the event. Failure to coordinate Range 30 support will result in no automation/instrumentation for training events.

11. CONTRACTOR SUPPORT:

a. Range 30, CACTF is scheduled and controlled IAW FTIG Reg 350-2 in the same manner as all other ranges. The automation/instrumentation equipment is operated and maintained through an Army Contract with Bowhead Corporation. The Bowhead Staff at Range 30 operate and maintain the video recording equipment, audio sound effects and provide resources to record the formal exercise AARs in the Range Operations Center Theater. If requested, video take home packages on DVDs will be provided.

b. To optimize the automation support and meet the Commanders training goals, units must schedule a coordination meeting with the Bowhead staff. Video and audio equipment can be located at the key locations in the CATF buildings to capture training events per the Commanders intent. Proper planning will facilitate the capture of critical doorways, stairways, outside entrance ways and audio injects to optimize the units training objectives and provide the best AAR feedback.

c. NLT 14 days prior to the exercise, units must contact and schedule a coordination meeting with the Bowhead Staff at Range 30. The staff is located in Bldg 26-701.

MSG RET Luis Soto

Bowhead Team Leader II

Range 30

Fort Indiantown Gap

Annville, Pa 17003

Office: 717-861-6735

Luis.a.soto@us.army.mil

12. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Item Construction Issuing Facility

FTIG 350-2 Range Operations

CACTF SOP Range Operations

Targets On site

Brooms Using Unit

PPE Using Unit

Appropriate FM’s, TM’s, TC’s Using Unit

Dedicated Evacuation Vehicle & litter Using Unit

Radio Equipment Using Unit

Training Specific Equipment* Using Unit

*Equipment requirements outlined in governing regulations will be followed and inspected. It is not the job of Range Operations or Bowhead staff to inform training units of the equipment requirements outlined in their specific training regulations

13. PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS:

a. Officer-in-Charge: (OIC) holds the rank of E7 or above and must be certified in writing by the Battalion Commander to be proficient in range operations and the weapon systems being used. The OIC must possess a valid FTIG Range Safety Card (See table 1-1 of FTIG Reg 350-2 for rank requirements).

b. Range Safety Officer: (RSO) holds the rank of E6 or above must be certified by the Battalion Commander to be proficient in range operations and the weapon systems being

used. The RSO will have no other duties than safety. The RSO must have a valid FTIG Range Safety Card (See table 1-1 of FTIG Reg 350-2 for rank requirements).

c. Ammunition Supply Point Personnel: as appropriate.

d. Assigned Medical Support.

e. Trained radio operator (RTO).

f. Road Guards: will be established to block movement into training areas affected by operations on this range. Unit must contact Range Operations for Road Guard placement. Communications between RNOIC and Road Guards will be established and maintained.

g. Observer and Controllers: as needed based on unit training plan

14. COMMUNICATIONS:

a. Primary means of communication with Range control will be via 800 MHz radios alternative FM radio on frequency 41.40. Land line is located in Range Tower. Range operations can be reached at (717) 861-2152/2153.

b. Call Range Control from FM Radio or land line in case of emergency. Calling 911 on cellular phone will reach emergency personnel unfamiliar with FTIG and possibly delay response time. If using a cellular phone call Range Control directly at (717) 861-2152/2153

c. Two separate communication platforms must be established with Range Control at all times.

15. TARGETRY:

a. In addition to Force on Force training, the CACTF can be equipped with Human Urban Targets, HUTs. HUTs are 3-dimensional life-size silhouettes designed for US Army Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) Trng. Constructed from one piece molded plastic, the HUTs lower arms move up & down to allow for different positions and uses.

b. HUTs can be used with CCMCK or stand alone. MILEs is not required for HUT usage. If units intend to utilize MILEs gear, it must requested and draw from TASC. Coordination plans must be made with the Bowhead staff prior to unit operations in the CACTF for hook up and placement of HUTs.

c. Units will not disconnect or move Human Urban Targets (HUTs); only CACTF Contractors are authorized to relocate HUTs. Units may bring in additional targets with Range Operations or Bowhead Staff prior approval.

|Warning |

|Human Urban Targets (HUTs) have a mechanism that triggers them to fall forward when they are engaged. The falling forward of the target may |

|potentially create a trip hazard. Units need to consider this hazard when placing targets. |

16. BREACHING:

a. Mechanical breaching with a sledge hammer, ram and/or hooligan tool is authorized.

b. Explosive breaching is considered Non-Standard Training Request IAW FTIG 350-2, but can be permitted. C4 and det cord are the only authorized charges. Break away doors with a dowel rod break away system will be available for 6 doors. These are the only doors authorized for mechanical breaching.

c. Units may temporarily replace existing doors with pre-fabricated materials intended for destruction. Units must clear with Range Operations and Bowhead Staff prior to any changes to CACTF.

d. Units will repair damage incurred from breaching with their pre-fabricated doors, negligence, or unnecessary abuse of facility or equipment. Unit will leave facility in original condition.

17. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

a. RNOIC, RSO and instructors must conduct a range walk through with a Range Operations representative and/or Bowhead Staff prior to execution of the range. The purpose of the walk through is to ensure users fully understand the capabilities and restrictions of the range. It is recommended that this is done early in the planning process so planners fully understand capabilities and procedures of the range.

b. Bowhead Staff will help with technical aspects of running the CACTF and conducting AAR’s. Bowhead Staff are facilitators not trainers. Units are responsible for their own training and cleanup of facility after use.

c. Bowhead Staff have authority to call a cease fire or halt training due to negligence of the using unit/organization or soldier at any time.

d. CACTF will not be used as sleeping, holding, staging or storage area unless approved by Range Operations.

e. No eating, drinking or tobacco use is authorized inside buildings.

f. Non-exercise related pedestrian and vehicle traffic around range area will be minimized during training.

g. No alterations to Range 30’s configuration are allowed. No additional holes or shelters may be built by using unit unless approved by Range Operations or Bowhead Staff. No installed equipment shall be removed or moved without prior approval from Range Operations or Bowhead Staff.

h. Construction of trenches, fox holes, etc, may be constructed with prior approval from Range Operations or Bowhead Staff.

i. A copy of the risk assessment must be available on site when conducting training.

j. Range Maintenance BLDG is off limits for all units.(BLDG 26-704 behind Gas Station)

k. All CACTF furniture and room decor will be restored to the original configuration before clearing range.

l. The furnishings in the CACTF buildings have been provided through donations and DRMO procurements. Many hours of physical labor have been spent to replicate hotel lobbies, police station booking areas, hotel rooms, townhouse apartments, etc. The furniture, computers and all other furnishings are provided to add realism to unit training scenarios. It will not be used for barricades, projectiles or any other force on force weapon. No furnishings will be moved from one building to another by the unit. If any furniture is moved within the building, it must be returned to its original location before the unit will be cleared.

18. AIR ASSAULT and RAPPELLING OPERATIONS:

a. Range 30 has three designated LZ’s at grids UK 62453 79217, UK 62266 79317 and UK 62438 79803. Other areas may be utilized with prior coordination with Range Operations.

b. Rappelling is authorized at designated rappel points at Range 30. There is a total of 7 hook-up points for rappelling (Hotel-4, Gas Station-1, Restaurant-1 and Office BLDG-1). Rappelling from helicopters is authorized with prior coordination with Range Operations.

c. Units may conduct ground training and structure wall rappelling without a school trained Rappel Master as long as a fully qualified Rappel Safety Officer (RSO) is on site to assume the duties and responsibilities of the Rappel Master. The Rappel Master or Rappel Safety Officer must be certified and appointed on units Commanders Rappelling Operations Certification Letter (CROCL).

d. Additional personnel requirements include a Rappel Lance NCO and Belay Safety. Commanders will ensure all rappelling operations are conducted IAW TC 21-24.

e. Units must contact Range Operations 30 days prior to coordinate standard rappelling operations due to additional hazards at site. Hoisting and extracting operations are considered Non-standard and require coordination 45 days prior to training event.

19. SAFETY:

a. Personnel will wear required PPE (See Appendix B)

b. All trainees will be briefed on UXO procedures

c. All trainees will conduct a walk through with Range Cadre prior to the start of training. This will give the individuals a basic layout of buildings to help prevent injury during movements. Also the Range Cadre will show the soldiers the go and no-go areas.

d. Range Cadre will conduct a thorough safety brief prior to the start of training

e. Units will not enter any buildings, rooms, and manhole covers marked Off Limits or Authorized Personnel Only.

f. If there is excessive water in underground trainer, no personnel will be allowed to enter trainer.

g. All trainees will follow the one-meter rule when firing blanks. Trainee will not fire within one-meter of another trainee.

h. During lights out/night time operations, Soldiers must avoid eye contact with the camera boxes. Camera box illuminators may cause eye damage if Soldiers look directly into the camera for prolonged periods during low light filming.

i. Minimum safe standoff distance for CCMCK is 5 meters.

j. Units may access roofs at their own risk during wet and slippery conditions.

20. LIMITATIONS:

a. No live fire may be conducted at the CACTF

b. Do not use materials that will permanently mark CACTF walls, use washable material such as chalk to mark cleared areas. All markings will need to be removed prior to clearing of CACTF

c. Vehicle movements off designated tank trails is not authorized without prior approval from Range Operations.

d. Weapon systems that utilize or require bipods or tripods are prohibited directly on the roof. Plywood or some barrier must be in place to protect the rubber roofing.

e. The underground trainer can only be utilized when there is a confined rescue team present or on standby. Coordination must be made with Range Operations prior to exercise.

21. CLEARING PROCEDURES: Units training at Range 30 have the inherent responsibility for ensuring the facility is policed and returned to its original sterile condition upon completion of training. RNOIC will ensure that all furniture is present and not damaged. The RNOIC will ensure the range, facilities, and the surrounding area used have been inspected and all expended brass, litter, debris, refuse, etc., has been removed from the site. If simmunitions were utilized ensure all markings have been removed from all surfaces. All doors and furniture with doors/drawers will be opened by unit prior to clearing. After unit has been clear the unit will close all doors/drawers. Range 30 needs to be cleared during daylight hours. Clearing of Range 30 needs to be scheduled with Range Operations at least 24 hours in advance due to the size of the facility and it can take up to or exceed 60 minutes.

22. AAR BUILDING:

a. The Range Operations/AAR, Building 26-701 is available to all units utilizing Range 30 if proper coordination is made with the Contractor staff per para 10 of this SOP. This facility allows Commanders to conduct unit AARs with their soldiers immediately following an event in the CACTF. A video Take Home Package, DVD, can be produced with the actions of the unit in the CACTF and video of the AAR facilitator and audience.

b. The AAR Facility can seat up to 50 personnel in one setting or can be split into two AAR facilities hosting 25 personnel each. Video capability is available on both sides.

c. Building 26-701

1. Units are restricted only to the AAR room. The rest of the Building is off limits. Commanders and Staff may enter the AAR building through the front entrance to coordinate with the Range Staff. All other unit personnel will use the AAR entrance on the West side of building. A facility diagram (Fig 22-1) follows this section.

2. Units are responsible for cleanup of AAR rooms, latrines, and police call of area at the conclusion of their AAR sessions.

3. Smoking/Chewing is permitted only in the designated areas outdoors.

4. A phone line is available in the Building for emergencies. Coordinate with contractor staff for use.

5. No weapons are authorized inside the building. Stack weapons in designated unit equipment areas.

6. A mess pavilion with electrical hookups is available for unit dining operations. Units are responsible for use and clean up.

7 Establishment of TOCs and communication platforms inside the AAR compound (fenced in area) required prior coordination with Range Operations and Bowhead Staff.

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Figure 22-1

21. THE PROPONENT OF THIS (SOP) is the Directorate of Plans, Operations, Training, and Security. Users are invited to send comments to FORT INDIANTOWN GAP TRAINING CENTER, PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD SERVICE ROAD, BUILDING 11-9 ANNVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA 17003-5002.

TOBY D. ANGOVE

CPT, IN, PAARNG

FTIG Range Management Authority

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5 APPENDIX A

1 Range Safety Briefing

Range 30

CACTF

SAFETY BRIEFING

1. Safety:

a. Some buildings have mouse holes (holes in floor). Be aware these holes may not be

covered.

b. No physical contact will take place between the offensive and defensive units.

c. Furniture will not be removed from the buildings, thrown out window, dropped

through mouse holes or placed in a manner where it will fall or swing. Furniture that is

broken or damaged through use by a unit will be removed and placed on the curb. Range Operations will be informed of any damage that occurs.

d. Weapons will not be aimed directly at individuals who are closer than 15 feet. Weapons will not be fired unless an authorized blank adapter is attached to the weapon or if using CCMCK and all the required safety equipment.

e. Practice, smoke grenades and pyrotechnics will not be thrown directly at another person.

f. No fires are allowed.

g. Rappelling and grappling hook operations are authorized with prior approval of Range Operations.

h. All ladders and climbing devices will be capable of supporting the weight of a fully loaded soldier. Personnel using these devices will ensure that they are supported/secured before climbing.

i. Booby traps will be placed below waist level.

j. All tracked and wheeled vehicles are restricted to the road network ONLY.

k. All off-road driving must first be pre-approved through Range Operations

l. There are grates at the top of ladders throughout the buildings. It is suggested that all soldiers will wear PPE to prevent injury.

m. No climbing on roofs or walls

n. During lights out/night time operations, Soldiers must avoid eye contact with the camera boxes. Camera box illuminators may cause eye damage if Soldiers look directly into the camera for prolonged periods during low light filming.

2. Administrative:

a. Only portable latrines will be used for personal relief. Portable latrines will not be

moved or used for tactical operations.

b. All administrative vehicles will be parked outside the CACTF during tactical

operations.

c. The ambulance or designated vehicle will be stationed according to Range Operations.

d. The targets and target mechanisms will not be tampered with in any way. Do not attach

trip wires or booby traps to the targetry.

e. Anyone observing an unsafe act or emergency situation may call a “cease fire”

f. Summary. THINK SAFETY!

6 APPENDIX B

UNIFORM AND SPECIAL EQUIPMENT

REQUIREMENTS

Range 30

CACTF

UNIFORM AND SPECIAL EQUIPMENT

1. Using units are responsible for ensuring that soldiers have the proper uniform and equipment.

2. The following is RECOMMENDED equipment to train at the CACTF.

Uniform and equipment is based on unit training requirements and will be stated on the unit composite risk assessment.

a. Individual soldiers should have:

(1) Load Carrying Equipment (LCE)

(2) Kevlar/ ACH Helmet *

(3) Assigned weapon

(4) Hearing protection *

(5) Eye protection *

(6) Blank Adapters

(7) Protective Mask

(8) Work Gloves *

(9) Additional equipment per unit's tactical SOP

(10) Body Armor, Vest (Interceptor Vest) *

b. Unit Equipment (This is the minimum recommended equipment)

(1) Materials to mark clear rooms/buildings (e.g., chalk, cloth, wolf tail material)

(2) Training Grenades – bodies only

(3) MILES equipment

(4) Maps/sketches

(5) TO&E communication equipment

(6) Wire cutters

(7) Organic weapons

(8) Additional TO&E equipment per unit's tactical SOP

(9) Sand bags

(10) Concertina Wire, pickets and gloves

(11) Ladder

(12) Lumber

(13) Climbing ropes

(14) Material to mark routes and points for ammunition, casualties and equipment

(15) Netting

(16) Chem lights

(17) Fire Extinguisher

3. These are minimum equipment recommendations for use of the CACTF facility. Other equipment may be required due to training. Any deviations from the use of the * indicated items must be explained in the risk assessment.

7 APPENDIX C

CLEARING SOP FOR RANGE 30 CACTF

CLEARING SOP FOR RANGE 30

1. Police of outside area including wood line must be free of all trash, brass, canisters, pyro, residue, etc. Brass will be turn into ASP.

2. All trash must be removed and disposed of properly.

3. All sand bags will be stacked neatly in one location, outside.

4. All furniture will be returned to its location and accounted for.

5. All buildings will be swept out and free of mud, dirt, trash, brass or anything else except furniture.

6. NO URINATING, DEFECATING, OR SPITTING WILL BE ALLOWED IN ANY

BUILDING. IF THIS OCCURS, THE ENTIRE AREA WILL BE STERILIZED. ALL

OTHER BODY FLUIDS, i.e., BLOOD, MUCUS, VOMIT, WILL BE PROPERLY

CLEANED AND STERILIZED. BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS CLEAN-UP KIT IS

LOCATED AT RANGE OPERATIONS.

7. No commo wire will be left at the site. All trip wires will be removed.

8. All markings will be removed.

9. All doors and furniture with doors/drawers will be opened by unit prior to clearing. After unit has been clear the unit will close all doors/drawers.

10. Any damage will be reported to the Range Operations/Bowhead Staff.

11. When unit is ready for inspection, they will provide personnel with brooms and dustpans for final, minor clean up. These personnel will accompany the Range Operations during final inspection.

12. Units must coordinate with Bowhead Staff for their clearance before contacting the Range Control office for final clearance.

NOTE: RECOMMENDED LIST OF UNIT CLEANING SUPPLIES:

a. Cleanser

b. Safety Glasses

c. Brooms

d. Dust Pan

e. Mops

f. Rakes

g. Garbage Bags

h. If more or other items are needed, contact Range Operations

8 APPENDIX D

Special Effects Close Combat Marking Capabilities Kit (CCMCK) Policy

Range 30

CACTF

Special Effects Close Combat Marking Capabilities Kit (CCMCK) Policy

(also known as simmunition)

1. Purpose:

To provide guidance for the use of CCMCK in the MOUT site

2. Scope:

This SOP applies to all Active Duty, Reserve Component or National Guard units and Federal, State and law enforcement agencies.

3. Safety:

a. Range RNOIC will brief all personnel on

(1) Rules of Engagement (ROE)

(2) Wear of authorized safety clothing and required equipment

(3) Control of weapons, magazines and ammunition.

(4) Actions on failure/fogged eye/face protection, examples -call cease-fire, face into corner and correct problem, or lay down.

(5) RNOIC will that he/she has received a wet time and code from Range Operations.

b. Rules Of Engagement (ROE)

(1) ROE will be established and the RNOIC will strictly enforce them.

(2) No headshots allowed.

(3) No shooting at ranges less than 5 meters.

(4) No shooting at anyone without eye/face protection

c. Wear of required safety gear for those participating in CCMCK training:

(1) At a minimum ACUs or flight suits

(2) JT mask or protective mask

(3) ACH/helmet

(4) Groin protection (padding or cup)

(5) Neck protection

(6) Gloves are recommended.

In addition, everyone in the CACTF site during CCMCK training will have on eye protection

d. Control of weapons, magazines and ammunition.

(1) Only CCMCK and blank will be allowed in the MOUT site during operations.

(2) RNOIC will ensure only blue barrels and clear magazines are used.

(3) RNOIC will inspect loaded magazines for any live ball ammo.

(4) All weapons and conversion kits will be maintained in strict accordance with manufacturer’s operation and maintenance manuals.

9 APPENDIX E

Breach Training

Range 30

CACTF

Breach Training

1. Purpose:

The purpose in conducting breach operations in the CACTF site is to allow soldiers to train on the technique of breaching while entering a room/building. It is NOT for the conduct of mechanical, demo or breach charge training. Breaching must be conducted in a manner that does NO damage to the building. Only doors with dowel rod systems are allowed to be breached. Control room door on the interior of buildings are not in play for training.

2. General:

There are doors set up to allow for foot, shoulder and ram breach on the breach pad only of the exterior door. No more than 1(one) dowel will be used for a foot / shoulder breach and no more than 1(one) dowel will be used for a ram breach. These doors are designed for quick reset with wooden dowel material that is available from Range Operations. Contact Range Operations prior to occupying the CACTF with an estimate of dowels needed. Range Operations must conduct a briefing prior to conducting breach training in the CACTF training complex.

3. Requirements:

RNOIC of training must complete a risk assessment prior to training. Units are required to coordinate all breaching with Range Operations prior to the conduct of training. RNOIC will ensure a qualified breach instructor is present during training. Unit will immediately cease breach operations if damage to a building occurs and notify Range Operations.

4. Safety:

All breaches will be conducted only on doors approved by the Range Operations. No one will be behind any door being breached.

5. Clearance:

There is no dumpster at the CACTF, units must clean up and remove all debris. Buildings will be cleaned per CACTF SOP. Any door or building damage will be reported to Range Operations. Range Operations will inspect breach sites prior to clearance.

6. Allowed Charges:

a. Detonating Cord; Flex Liner charge:

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NOTE: as a rule of thumb every 12 inches is equal to 50 grams of explosives.

b. Silhouette charge:

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c. Water impulse charge:

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|CHARGE |OBSTACLE |MATERIALS REQUIRED |ADVANTAGES |DISADVANTAGES |

|Slant Charge |Wooden doors; cuts door |Detonating cord, tape, |- Small, lightweight, compact| |

|(Flex Linear Charge) |along the spine. (hinges) |adhesive |- Easy to employ | |

|Silhouette Charge |Wooden doors/walls; |Detonating cord, tape, |- Makes large entry hole to |- Bulky |

| |creates large hole. |adhesive, 2ea E-Type |exact specifications. |- Possible missile hazard |

| |(cuts hole) |silhouettes or cardboard. | |to the rear if prop stick |

| | | | |is used. |

|Water Impulse Charge |Metal, wooden doors. |Detonating cord, tape, |- Makes large hole. |- Possible missile hazard |

| |(force/tamp effect) |adhesive, 550 cord, |- Minimal shrapnel (if prop |to the rear if prop stick |

| | |prop-stick, 2ea 1000ml IV |stick is not used) |is used. |

| | |bags (expired) |- Minimal flame |- Liquid could spill out of|

| | | | |IV bags |

|C – Charge |Door knobs; cuts out |Detonating cord, tape, |- Small, lightweight | |

| |locking mechanism |adhesive, 12”x8” cardboard|- Easy to employ | |

|Strip Charge |Metal or wood doors. |Detonating cord, rubber |- Small, easy to carry. |- Danger of fragments to |

| |Defeats locking mechanism. |strip, tape, adhesive |- Uses small amount of |the flanks if placed near a|

| |(cuts or pushes) | |explosives. |door knob. |

d. C-Charge/Doughnut charge

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APPENDIX F

1 Responsibilities of the RNOIC/RSO

Range 30

CACTF

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE RANGE OIC/RSO

• Read all information in the training packets and FTIG 350-2

• Have in possession the FTIG 350-2 and all TMs and FMs relevant to the training being conducted.

• Please brief to your personnel the “DO AND DO NOT” sign prior to your training event. There is one posted in front of the Hotel, the Bar/Bank/Store, the Police Station, the Restaurant, and inside the Church.

• Any deficiencies that are not brought to Range Control’s attention, prior to the occupation of your unit, will be your responsibility to fix prior to your departure.

• It is the unit’s responsibility to keep all latrines in a serviceable manner.

• There will be ZERO tolerance for litter in the area. Police call is mandatory.

• Prior to use of pyrotechnics contact Range Control.

• Recommendations to enhance the Range will be taken into consideration. Please write recommendations on the AAR sheet.

• Ensure all personnel are aware of the restricted areas near your training area. Brief them on the hazards they may encounter. Remember most of them are not familiar with the information put out in the Range Safety briefing/coordination briefing.

• Butterfly areas are off limits to all vehicles. Personnel on foot may install survey stakes and/or aiming circles. Fines may be assessed based on the damages caused in the area.

• All road barriers must be disassembled upon departure of ranges.

• POV’s are not allowed on any range or tank trail, for any reason.

APPENDIX G

1 Heat Injuries

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APPENDIX H

1 HAZMAT Spills

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Note: A Standard Spill Kit Is Located In the Service Station. Units should use their organic Spill Kit for primary spill response. The on-site Spill Kit is available if required.

APPENDIX I

1 Emergency Points of Contact

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APPENDIX J

1 Weapon Malfunction Response Chart

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41 APPENDIX K

Facility Layout

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