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FM/BS-1469 · v2.00
Identify and react to explosive devices
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- FM/BS-1469
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- Skill
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- v2.00 6mos ago
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- Cpl Ross 3 Apr 2026
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- v2.00 Assume live line more generic
7 words added, 5 words removed.
v1.02
Recognize potential explosive devices and initiate immediate protective actions.
Identify suspicious objects, munitions, or placed charges inconsistent with the surrounding environment.
Assume live: Treat all suspected AP, AT, IED, or UXO as armed and hazardous.
Warn others: Clearly announce the hazard to nearby elements.
Halt movement: Immediately stop personnel and vehicles in the affected area.
Establish standoff: Maintain distance appropriate to the suspected device type.
Mark and report: Mark the location if possible and report through the chain of command.
Await clearance: Do not disturb or attempt to neutralize unless tasked and equipped to do so.
v2.00
Recognize potential explosive devices and initiate immediate protective actions.
Identify suspicious objects, munitions, or placed charges inconsistent with the surrounding environment.
Assume live: Treat all suspected Mines or Explosives as armed and hazardous unless marked as safe.
Warn others: Clearly announce the hazard to nearby elements.
Halt movement: Immediately stop personnel and vehicles in the affected area.
Establish standoff: Maintain distance appropriate to the suspected device type.
Mark and report: Mark the location if possible and report through the chain of command.
Await clearance: Do not disturb or attempt to neutralize unless tasked and equipped to do so.
Recognize potential explosive devices and initiate immediate protective actions.
Identify suspicious objects, munitions, or placed charges inconsistent with the surrounding environment.
Assume live: Treat all suspected AP, AT, IED, Mines or UXO Explosives as armed and hazardous. hazardous unless marked as safe.
Warn others: Clearly announce the hazard to nearby elements.
Halt movement: Immediately stop personnel and vehicles in the affected area.
Establish standoff: Maintain distance appropriate to the suspected device type.
Mark and report: Mark the location if possible and report through the chain of command.
Await clearance: Do not disturb or attempt to neutralize unless tasked and equipped to do so.
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