Render Safe Procedures Flashcards
What is a RSP?
An EOD procedure to preclude the detonation or functioning of EO involving the application of special tools and techniques to interrupt the function or separate essential components of the ordnance.
Where are authorised RSP techniques listed?
AEODPS - Automated Explosive Ordnance Disposal Publication System
BDTIs - Bomb data technical instructions
What is the order of precedence for RSPs shown in the AEODPS?
Primary - Preffered or more effective RSP
Alternate - A different yet equally effective RSP
Secondary - Less effective RSP if primary options are not available
Tertiary - Less effective again and only used it Primary and Secondary are not possible
List the 8 RSP options.
Mark and bypass/avoid - to be dealt with at at later time
BIP - Quickest and safest, high order detonation will occur
Low order technique - shaped charge to clear the fill, high order may occur
SMUD - stand off munitions disposal - ADF authorised service rifle, may cause high order
Remote pull - remotely moved to a safe location for disposal nearby
Remote fuze attack - disable the fuze indirectly
Fuze gagging - prevent fuze functioning
Manual fuze removal - high risk action in extreme situations
When confirming if an RSP has been successful what should be taken on approach?
Required stores and ammunition for another RSP if the first was unsuccessful
What are the 4 categories of RSP?
Component isolation/removal - break the explosive train
Power interruption/removal - disable the initiation mechanism or capability for an electrical det to function.
Mechanical incapacitation - gagging, blocking or shearing parts
Explosive neutralisation - Low order, BIP, thermite or overpressure (RAN)
List tools and techniques available for RSP?
RE61 Rocket Wrench - Explosive carts or manual
RE17 Manual Impact Wrench
Fuze removal adapter (FRA) - tape and line (long>51mm>short)
RE60 .50 Cal de-armer - shear, jam or cut to fuze
RE 70 Disrupter - recoiless tool larger than de-armer
Explosive techniques
Hand removal - maybe the only option, greatest risk, task category will dictate it’s use
List 11 generic safety precautions when using RPS tools.
a. RSP tools that use a blank cartridge immediate area must be free from volatile liquids/gases and loose explosive fillings.
b. Due to stat/EMR hazards, assembly of electrically initiated RSP tools within the weapons loading area of the ICP. Final connection near the UXO location or at the weapon loading area at the EOD technician’s discretion.
c. No radio transmitting equipment within 15 m of electrically initiated cartridge equipment and wires.
d. EOD equipment is only to be operated and employed by trained, qualified and current personnel.
e. Operators must ground themselves before handling electrical cartridges or firing systems.
f. The wearing of ear and ballistic eye protection is mandatory when handling cartridges and loading weapons.
g. The hazards of a UXO must be observed during the removal of the fuse or components when the
equipment is deployed against live ordnance.
h. Normal safety precautions must be observed when handling demolition stores.
i. Equipment that has been modified without approval
from the Designated Logistics Manager is not to be used. If unauthorised modification equipment must be classified as DO NOT USE – XX.
j. Refer to the equipment material safety data sheets, if applicable, for further information.
k. EOD robots are to be turned off when loading electrically-initiated EOD tools.
l. Once EP have been employed on task, be cautious of constant introduction and removal from the task site. The only reason to remove should be due to a positive action or battery replacement.
What are the safety distances for the RE 60 De-armer?
Front 500m
Rear 50m
What are the safety distances for the RE 61 Rocket Wrench?
Front, Back and Sides 50m
What are the safety distances for the RE 70 Disrupter?
Front 80 to 2430m depending on projectile
Sides and Rear 30m
What in service explosive can be used for low-order techniques? described in AEODPS 60A-2-1-41 and 60A-2-1-73
Plastic Explosive 4 - PE4
Sheet Explosive - SX
Thermite grenades
Det cord
Flexible linear-shaped charge FLSC - Advanced cutting explosive ACE
What explosive technique prefabricated shaped charge containers are described in AEODPS 60A-2-1-41 and 60A-2-1-73?
AUSDISC/ Baldric - Aluminium EFP
Cracker Barrel - SX, thin foam, and 80mm metal plate
Zipper - small linear shaped charge frame (Aluminium or Zirconium)
Plastic Shaped Charge - all plastic shaped charge can
MK 7 Linear Shaped Charges - set of various linear shape charge frames
MK 1, 2 and 3 Conical Shaped Charge - shaped charge cans with stand off legs
What is the purpose of ordnance staking?
To secure the ordnance from moving when applying techniques by stopping rotational movement and applying downward force. 500kg or less items.
What items are required for ordnance staking?
Sledgehammer - no staking if cocked striker hazard held
four stakes - pairs of stakes driven front and rear
4 wooden wedges - to create a downward force with stakes
cordage - lash the stakes to pull together against the wedges
