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THIS ELECTRONIC VERSION OF INFANTRY TRAINING VOLUME IV, RANGES, PAMPHLET NO. 21-C, REGULATIONS FOR CADETS TRAINING WITH CADET AND INFANTRY WEAPON SYSTEMS AND PYROTECHNICS 2008, ARMY CODE NO. 71855-C IS FOR USE AS A REF- ERENCE AND PLANNING DOCU- MENT FOR SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

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Infantry Training Volume IV Ranges

Pamphlet No. 21-C Regulations for Cadets Training with Cadet and Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics

This pamphlet Infantry Training, Volume IV, Ranges, Pamphlet No. 21-C, Regulations for Cadet Training with Cadet and Infantry Weapon Systems and Protechnics 2008, (Army Code No. 71855-C) now incorporates Amendment 1, all versions not containing amendment 1 which should now be destroyed. 2008

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Infantry Training Volume VI Ranges

Pamphlet No. 21-C Regulations for Cadets Training with Cadet and Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics

Prepared under the direction of the Chief of the General Staff

Ministry of Defence May 2008

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FOREWORD

Any person wishing to propose amendments to this pamphlet is invited to write to Headquarters Infantry, Land Warfare Centre, WARMINSTER, BA12 0DJ. Any such proposals will be given consideration and, if there is a requirement for them, the appropriate amendments will be prepared and published.

This pamphlet supersedes Infantry Training, Volume IV, Ranges Pamphlet No. 21, Regulations for the Planning, Conduct and Supervision of Firing and Training with Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics – 2007 (Army Code No. 71855) which should now be destroyed.

This pamphlet is the abbreviated version of Pamphlet 21, Regulations for Training with Armoured Vehicles, Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics – 2009 (Army Code No. 71855), specifically for use by Cadet Organisations.

IT IS THE INDIVIDUAL’S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT HE/SHE IS USING THE LATEST VERSION OF THIS PAMPHLET. IF IN DOUBT CONTACT INFANTRY PUBLICATIONS AT HEADQUARTERS INFANTRY.

DISTRIBUTION

AC 71855-C (Hard Copy)

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Notes: 1. The previous system of A to F scaling is being phased out for General Staff Publications as new or revised publications are issued. Units will in future receive a specific initial entitlement as decided by the sponsor.

2. This General Staff Publication is issued in two formats. One is the normal hard copy Army Code 71855-C, the other is a CD Army Code 71855D. Units will receive a mixture of formats.

3. Requests for additional copies must be fully justified and are to be made to DGS Publications in the first instance. Requests will fall into one of three categories and are to be specified:

a. Replacement Issue. To bring units back up to entitlement as a result of loss or damage.

b. Supplementary Issue. This applies when a unit’s role or circumstance changes necessitating an increase to the original entitlement.

c. New Issue. This is where a unit has not previously been scaled for a particular publication.

4. Units are reminded that all publications are accountable documents and their issue and receipt should be the responsibility of a nominated officer or SNCO/Adult Instructor.

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CONTENTS Page

Foreword and Distribution ...... v Illustrations ...... xiv References and Associated Publications ...... xv Introduction ...... xvii

CHAPTER 1. — GENERAL

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION Purpose ...... 1-1 Referencing ...... 1-1 The Infantry Safe System of Training ...... 1-2 Hearing Protection...... 1-4

SECTION 2. — RESPONSIBILITIES AND PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS ALL FIRING Introduction ...... 1-5 Definitions (Qualified, Current and Competent) ...... 1-5 Responsibilities of Exercise Director, Planning, Conducting and Safety Staff ...... 1-6 Exercising Cadets ...... 1-8 Dress ...... 1-8 Medical Cover ...... 1-9 Written Instructions ...... 1-9 Risk Assessments ...... 1-10 Limitations in the Use of Missiles and Ammunition for Training (LUMAT) ...... 1-10 Briefings ...... 1-10

SECTION 3. — RANGE ORDERS AND RANGE LOGS Introduction ...... 1-11 Handover/Takeover ...... 1-12 Training on Other Nations’ Facilities ...... 1-12

SECTION 4. — MEDICAL SUPPORT General ...... 1-17 Aim ...... 1-17 Medical Risk Assessment ...... 1-17 Level of Medical Cover ...... 1-18 Employment of Medical Personnel ...... 1-18

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SECTION 5. — STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION OF AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES Regulations ...... 1-19

SECTION 6. — AMMUNITION ACCIDENT, INCIDENT AND WEAPON/ AMMUNITION DEFECT REPORTING PROCEDURE Introduction ...... 1-20 Types of Occurrence ...... 1-21 Terminology ...... 1-21 Ammunition Accidents ...... 1-22 Ammunition Incidents ...... 1-23 Immediate Action to be Taken Following Ammunition Accidents /Incidents...... 1-23 Ammunition/Weapon Defect Reporting ...... 1-26 Immediate Action to be Taken Following an Ammunition Defect ...... 1-26 Immediate Action to be Taken Following a Weapon Defect ...... 1-26 Ammunition Incident Reporting Agencies ...... 1-27 Temporary Suspension of Range Staff ...... 1-29 Negligent Discharges ...... 1-30 Investigation of Accidents ...... 1-31 Incident Reports — Accidents/Incidents and Matters of Public Interest ...... 1-31

Annex A Examples of Medical Risk Assessment ...... 1A-1 Annex B Ammunition Accident/Incident Report ...... 1B-1 Annex C Blind or Misfire Report ...... 1C-1 Annex D Negligent Discharge Report ...... 1D-1 CHAPTER 2. — QUALIFICATION AND AUTHORISATION

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION Purpose ...... 2-1 Referencing ...... 2-1 Ranks and Appointments ...... 2-1

SECTION 2. — GENERAL Definitions ...... 2-2 Qualification ...... 2-2 Small Arms School Corps Instructors ...... 2-4 Cadet Force Range Qualification ...... 2-4

SECTION 3. — QUALIFYING COURSES AND QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES FOR REGULAR AND RESERVE FORCES (ARMY), SMALL ARMS Introduction ...... 2-5 Authorities ...... 2-5 Qualification Categories ...... 2-6 viii PROTECT PROTECT

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SECTION 4. — QUALIFYING COURSES AND QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES FOR THE CADET FORCES Introduction ...... 2-16 Authorities ...... 2-16 Qualification Categories ...... 2-16 CHAPTER 3. — TRAINING WITH BLANK AMMUNITION AND PYROTECHNICS SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION Purpose ...... 3-1 Referencing ...... 3-1 Qualifications ...... 3-2 Exercise Assistants ...... 3-2 Exercise Cadets ...... 3-2 Exercise Written Instruction ...... 3-2 Medical Support ...... 3-3 Hearing Protection ...... 3-3 Dry Training Areas ...... 3-3 Performance Failures ...... 3-3

SECTION 2. — BLANK AMMUNITION Safety Precautions ...... 3-4 Safety Rules ...... 3-5

SECTION 3. — PYROTECHNICS Safety Precautions ...... 3-6 Simulator Battle Sound (SBS) L35A1 ...... 3-7 Smoke Grenades ...... 3-8 Tripflares ...... 3-8 The 1.5 inch Rocket Flare, Rocket Hand Fired ...... 3-9 The Pistol Signal 16 mm Miniflare ...... 3-10

Annex A An Example of an Exercise Action and Safety Plan (EASP) 3A-1 CHAPTER 4. — LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION Purpose ...... 4-1 Referencing ...... 4-2 Authorized Live Firing Practices ...... 4-2 Structure and Layout ...... 4-2

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SECTION 2. — PLANNING OF LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING Introduction ...... 4-3 Dress ...... 4-3 Medical Cover ...... 4-3 Reconnaissance ...... 4-3 Range Action Safety Plan ...... 4-4 Briefings ...... 4-5

SECTION 3. — RANGE DANGER AREAS FOR LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING Introduction ...... 4-7 Definitions ...... 4-7 Purpose Built No Danger Area (NDA) Ranges ...... 4-8 Purpose Built Limited Danger Area (LDA) Ranges ...... 4-8 Purpose Built Full Danger Area (FDA) Ranges ...... 4-9 200 Mils Rule ...... 4-9

SECTION 4. —– COMMON SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING Introduction ...... 4-11 Use of Flags ...... 4-11 Words of Command ...... 4-12 Suspension of Firing ...... 4-12 Safety Supervision ...... 4-13 Inspections ...... 4-13 Ammunition ...... 4-14 Falling Plates ...... 4-16 Hearing Protection ...... 4-18

SECTION 5. — CONDUCT OF LIVE FIRING WITH SERVICE WEAPONS BY CIVILIANS

Introduction ...... 4-23 Use of Service Small Arms by Civilians ...... 4-23

SECTION 6. — AIR RIFLE RANGES Introduction ...... 4-25 Definitions ...... 4-25 Cost and Availability ...... 4-25 Range Danger Area ...... 4-25 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-25 Qualifications ...... 4-26 Preparation and Testing ...... 4-26 Restrictions ...... 4-26 Conduct ...... 4-26 x PROTECT PROTECT

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Weapon Safety ...... 4-27 Perimeter Marking ...... 4-27 Certification/Inspection ...... 4-27

SECTION 7. — THE TRAINING THEATRE AND INDOOR RIMFIRE RANGES Introduction ...... 4-29 Range Danger Area ...... 4-29 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-29 Qualifications...... 4-30 Actions By RCO ...... 4-30 Testing...... 4-31 Restrictions...... 4-31 Conduct ...... 4-31 Weapon Safety...... 4-32

SECTION 8. — MOBILE AND PORTABLE RANGES (RIMFIRE) Introduction ...... 4-34 Range Danger Area ...... 4-34 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-35 Qualifications ...... 4-35 Actions by RCO ...... 4-35 Restrictions ...... 4-36 Conduct ...... 4-36 Weapon Safety ...... 4-37

SECTION 9. — TUBE AND ENCLOSED RANGES Introduction ...... 4-38 Range Danger Area ...... 4-38 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-38 Qualifications ...... 4-39 Actions by RCO ...... 4-39 Restrictions ...... 4-40 Conduct ...... 4-40 Weapon Safety ...... 4-41

SECTION 10. — THE 1908 DESIGN BARRACK RANGE Introduction ...... 4-42 Range Danger Area ...... 4-42 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-42 Qualifications ...... 4-43 Actions by RCO ...... 4-43 Testing ...... 4-44 Restrictions ...... 4-44 Conduct ...... 4-45 Weapon Safety ...... 4-45

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SECTION 11. — THE 25 METRE BARRACK RANGE Introduction ...... 4-46 Range Danger Area ...... 4-46 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-46 Rules for Use ...... 4-46 Qualifications ...... 4-47 Actions by RCO ...... 4-47 Testing ...... 4-48 Restrictions ...... 4-48 Conduct ...... 4-49 Weapon Safety ...... 4-49

SECTION 12. — THE GALLERY RANGE (GR) AND CONVERTED GALLERY RANGE (CGR) Introduction ...... 4-50 Range Danger Area ...... 4-50 Falling Plate Targets ...... 4-50 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-50 Qualifications ...... 4-51 Actions by RCO ...... 4-51 Testing ...... 4-52 Restrictions ...... 4-53 Conduct ...... 4-53 Gallery Range (Control of the Butts and Markers Gallery) ...... 4-54 Converted Gallery Range (Control of the Console) ...... 4-56 Ammunition ...... 4-57 Weapon Safety ...... 4-57

SECTION 13. — THE ELECTRIC TARGET RANGE (ETR) Introduction ...... 4-59 Range Danger Area ...... 4-59 Falling Plate Targets ...... 4-59 Accidents, Incidents and Defects ...... 4-59 Qualifications ...... 4-60 Actions by RCO ...... 4-60 Testing ...... 4-61 Restrictions ...... 4-61 Conduct ...... 4-62 Weapon Safety ...... 4-63

Annex A An Example of a Range Action Safety Plan (RASP) ...... 4A-1

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CHAPTER 5. — WEAPON HANDLING TESTS (MISCELLANEOUS WEAPONS AND PYROTECHNICS) SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION Scope ...... 5-1 WHTs General Instructions ...... 5-1 Layout...... 5-1 Frequency ...... 5-1 Conduct And Testing...... 5-1 Use of Pyrotechnics by Cadets...... 5-2 The No. 8 Rifle ...... 5-3 The L98A1 Cadet GP Rifle...... 5-7 The L81A2 Cadet Target Rifle...... 5-12 The L85A2 Rifle ...... 5-17 L86A2 LSW ...... 5-22 The L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle ...... 5-27 Simulator Battle Sound (SBS) L35A1 ...... 5-35 Snike Screening Grenade L72 & L83 ...... 5-37 L50 Signal Smoke Grenade...... 5-39 Signal Smoke Grenade L64-L71 and L100/L101 Series ...... 5-41 Rocket Hand Fired L10A1, L11A1 and L12A1...... 5-43 Rocket Hand Fired L5A4...... 5-45 Signal Kit Pyrotechnic 16 mm Miniflare ...... 5-47 Flare Tripwire Kit L10A1...... 5-50 L1A1 Smoke Generator ...... 5-55 CHAPTER 6. — TRAINING SIMULATION

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION Purpose ...... 6-1 Referencing ...... 6-1

SECTION 2. — PLANNING OF LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING ON THE DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT TRAINER Introduction...... 6-2 Dress ...... 6-2 Medical Cover ...... 6-2 Reconnaissance...... 6-2 Range Action and Safety Plan (RASP)...... 6-3 Qualifications...... 6-4 Briefings ...... 6-4 Safety Supervisors ...... 6-5

SECTION 3. — COMMON SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR TRAINING IN THE DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT TRAINER Introduction...... 6-6 Words of Command ...... 6-6

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Inspections ...... 6-7 Use of the DCCT Range by Cadet Services...... 6-7 Use of the DCCT Range by Civilians...... 6-8 Accidents/Incidents...... 6-9 ILLUSTRATIONS

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1 MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log ...... 1-13/14 2 MOD Form 906A — Land Range Log ...... 1-15/16 2-1 Range Authorisation Certificate ...... 2-7 3a Army Form B159A ...... 4-19 3b Army Form B159B ...... 4-20 4 Layout of a 10 Lane Range for Falling Plates Showing the Position for Unprotected Falling Plates on the Stop Butt ...... 4-21 5 Layout of a 12 Lane Range for Falling Plates Showing the Position for Unprotected Falling Plates on the Mantlet ...... 4-22 6 RDA for Portable Air Rifle Ranges ...... 4-28

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REFERENCES AND ASSOCIATED PUBLICATIONS

For the latest edition and/or amendments of each publication see ‘Catalogue of Army Publications’ Parts 1 and 2, Army Code No. 12123.

References Code No. Title

A JSP 403 Handbook of Defence Land Ranges Safety Vol II Design, Construction and Maintenance of Small Arms, Infantry Weapon Systems and 30 mm Weapon System Ranges.

B Reserved

C 71062 Infantry Training Volume IV, Ranges, Pamphlet No. 20 Competition Shooting.

D JSP 403 Policy, Responsibilities, Authorisation, Vol I Maintenance and Inspection of Land Ranges.

E 71855 Infantry Training Volume IV, Ranges, Pamphlet No. 21, Regulations for Training with Armoured Fighting Vehicles, Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics.

F JSP 403 Handbook of Defence Land Ranges Safety Vol IV Glossary of Terms and Definitions.

G 71718 Infantry Training Volume III, Skill at Arms (Section and Platoon Weapons), Pamphlet No. 13, Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment.

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Associated Publications 71717 Infantry Training Volume I, Skill at Arms (Individual Training), Pamphlet No. 2, Fieldcraft, Battle Lessons and Exercises. 71807 Infantry Training Volume II, Skill at Arms (Personal Weapons), Pamphlet No. 5, The SA80 A2 (5.56 mm) System. JSP 315 Services Accommodation Code. JSP 445 Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road, Rail and Sea. JSP 535 Cadet Training Safety Precautions (The Red Book). 13150 Ammunition and Explosives Regulations (Land Service), Volume 2, Unit Ammunition Storage and Handling. 60993 Material Regulations for the Army, Volume I, Material Management and Supply, Pamphlet No. 3, Ammunition. 61573 Ammunition and Explosives Regulations (Land Services), Volume 1, Pamphlet No. 11, Action in Connection with Reporting Defects, Performance Failures and Accidents. LANDSO 1403 (Air Danger Areas) LANDSO 1404 (Training Safety Overseas) LANDSO 1405 (Training Risk Assessments) LANDSO 1408 (Royal Flights) LANDSO 3202 (Reporting Accidents) Pam 5-C 71807-C The L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle (5.56 mm), L86A2 Light Support Weapon and Associated Equipment

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INFANTRY TRAINING VOLUME IV – RANGES Pamphlet No. 21-C REGULATIONS FOR CADETS TRAINING WITH CADET AND INFANTRY WEAPON SYSTEMS AND PYROTECHNICS (2008)

INTRODUCTION

General 1. This pamphlet is for use by trained personnel who are qualified to plan, conduct or authorised to supervise training for Cadet Forces with Infantry Weapon Systems (Inf WS) and Cadet Weapon Systems (Cadet WS) in accordance with the qualifications awarded in Chapter 2 to this pamphlet. It is not approved for use by personnel who are not qualified nor authorised.

Regulations 2. This pamphlet covers the planning, conduct and supervision of firing and training with Inf WS and Cadet WS and Pyrotechnics on all types of ranges and training areas. The application of the regulations is mandatory as they are approved best practice, enabling realistic and demanding training to be conducted whilst ensuring that risks are reduced to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP).

Associated Publications 3. Those responsible for training are to be familiar with the safety rules and limitations contained in Volume 2 of the Limitations in the Use of Missiles and Ammunition for Training (LUMAT), the relevant Cadet Shooting Publication, any relevant parts of the Joint Service Publication (JSP) 403 — Handbook of Defence Land Range Safety and the appropriate General Staff Publication (GSP) and JSP 535 Cadet Training Safety Precautions (The Red Book).

Layout and Scope of the Pamphlet 4. The pamphlet is structured to follow the prescribed progression of training associated with Inf and Cadet WS. The leading sections of each chapter deal with those aspects that are common to all ranges or activities in that chapter and should always be studied before referring to a specific section that deals with the range or type of exercise to be conducted. The chapters are as follows:

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a. Chapter 1 — General. This chapter explains the Infantry Training Safe System and provides the information and regulations that are relevant to all forms of training with Inf and Cadet WS. In particular it defines the responsibilities of key personnel and explains the criteria by which personnel are permitted to undertake training with Inf and Cadet WS. It should be studied before reference is made to other specific chapters. b. Chapter 2 — Qualification. This chapter lists the qualifying courses and stipulates the rules governing the awarding of the qualifications necessary to plan, conduct and supervise all forms of live and blank firing training with Inf and Cadet WS. c. Chapter 3 — Training with Blank Ammunition and Pyrotechnics. This chapter details the regulations and safety rules that are applicable to training exercises where blank ammunition and pyrotechnics are used. It is always to be read in conjunction with the specific GSP for the ammunition natures and pyrotechnics to be used. d. Chapter 4 — Live Firing Marksmanship Training. This chapter details the rules that regulate LFMT practices fired on purpose built Small Arms Ranges. e. Chapter 5 — Weapon Handling Tests for Weapons and Pyrotechnics issued to Cadet Forces. This chapter details the WHT for weapons and pyrotechnics which may be issued to Cadets and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs). f. Chapter 6— Simulation. This chapter details the rules that regulate the use of simulation with Inf WS and Cadet WS.

Range Orders and Range Byelaws 5. The regulations contained in this pamphlet are to be applied in conjunction with local Range Standing Orders, Range Orders and Range Byelaws. If any of these orders are in contradiction to the pamphlet then the local orders will take precedence. However, such local orders are not to be less stringent than the procedures detailed in this pamphlet. In cases of concern advice may be sought from HQ SASC.

Training on Foreign Ranges and Training Areas

6. Where there is a requirement to use other nation’s ranges or training facilities, JSP403 Volume 1 is to be read, and the rules contained therein are to be complied with. Further advice may be sought from HQ SASC, Warminster Military (94381) Ext 2366/2612, Warminster Civil (01985) 222366/222612.

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JSP 403 — Handbook of Defence Land Range Safety

7. JSP 403 provides a comprehensive handbook covering aspects of range safety, other than procedural, on MOD Land Ranges. There are five volumes to this publication. In particular Volume 2 covers the design and construction of Land Ranges, including RDA/WDA templates and targetry for Inf and Cadet WS.

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Chapter 1

GENERAL

CONTENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1

SECTION 2. RESPONSIBILITIES AND PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS ALL FORMS OF FIRING 1-5

SECTION 3. RANGE ORDERS AND RANGE LOGS 1-11

SECTION 4. MEDICAL SUPPORT 1-17

SECTION 5. STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION OF AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES 1-19

SECTION 6. AMMUNITION ACCIDENT, INCIDENT AND WEAPON/AMMUNITION DEFECT REPORTING PROCEDURE 1-20

ANNEX A EXAMPLES OF A MEDICAL RISK ASSESSMENT 1A-1

ANNEX B AMMUNITION ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORT 1B-1

ANNEX C BLINDS OR MISFIRES REPORT 1C-1

ANNEX D NEGLIGENT DISCHARGE REPORT 1D-1

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION

Purpose CONTENTS 0101. This chapter explains the Safe PURPOSE 1-1 System of Training and provides the informa- REFERENCING 1-1 tion and regulations that are relevant to all forms of training with Infantry Weapons THE SAFE SYSTEM OF TRAINING 1-2

Systems (Inf WS) and Cadet Weapon HEARING PROTECTION 1-4 Systems (Cadet WS).

0102. It defines the responsibilities of key personnel and explains the criteria by which personnel (regardless of service) are permitted to undertake training with Inf and Cadet WS.

Referencing 0103. The sections in this chapter are relevant to all forms of live firing training covered by this pamphlet. It is essential that those planning, conducting or supervising training are familiar with these sections before referencing the chapter dealing with the training or specific range to be used.

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The Safe System of Training

0104. Duty of Care. The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HSW Act) and the Corporate Manslaughter Act places a duty on the MOD to conduct training in such a way as to ensure, as far as reasonably practicable, that persons whether in the MOD or not, are not exposed to risks to their health or safety.

0105. Training Safety. Training with Inf and Cadet WS is regulated by a formally recognised and endorsed Safe System. When this system is in place it allows cadets and CFAVs to train with Inf and Cadet WS, whilst reducing any associated risks to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP) which is entirely in line with the HSW Act. The component parts of the Safe System of Training with Inf WS and cadet WS are:

a. Safe Weapons and Ammunition. All weapons, ancillaries, ammunition and pyrotechnics are exhaustively tested and certified as being Safe and Suitable for Service (S3). The Project Team (PT) responsible for the weapon/ ammunition gives this certification.

b. Safe Ranges. Ranges are properly prescribed, clearly marked and conform to the design and safety criteria given in JSP 403, Volumes 1 and 2, including a regulated inspection programme.

c. Safe Planning and Conduct of Training. The officers, warrant officers and non-commissioned officers and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV) charged with the safe planning, conduct and supervision of training with Inf and Cadet WS and pyrotechnics are properly qualified and competent to discharge their duties and responsibilities thus achieving the procedural safety as defined in this pamphlet. Officers of the Small Arms School Corps (SASC) regulate the awarding of Inf and Cadet WS Range Qualifications. They, as Advisors Infantry Weapons (AIW) and the recognised Subject Matter Experts (SME) in all forms of training with Inf and Cadet WS, ammunition and associated pyrotechnics, are on the establishment of the qualifying authorities shown at Section 2 of Chapter 2. As AIW they are responsible for the application of best practice thereby ensuring and maintaining the necessary high standards of instruction, evaluation and testing, on courses where Range Qualifications are awarded.

d. Safe Exercising Cadets and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers. All exercising cadets and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers are to be proven competent in the handling and firing of the weapons, ammunition and pyrotechnics that they will use, or are likely to use during the exercise or practice. They are to be trained and experienced to undertake the demands and complexities of the training. Cadets are strictly forbidden to be issued or use any form of pyrotechnics.

e. Investigation of Accidents. HQ Infantry have directed that there is to be a formal accident investigation process in place to ensure that all serious or potentially serious accidents are investigated to prevent recurrence. SASC Officers are directed by the Director of Infantry as the Competent Army Authority (CAA) for all firing with Inf WS and Cadet WS to undertake this task when the accident involves an Inf WS or cadet WS. In exceptional cirumstances Warrant

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Officers from the SASC may also be tasked. Where the accident is life threatening the Land Accident Prevention and Investigation Team (LAIT) may also investigate.

0106. Delivery of Instruction. When a new Infantry Weapon System or Cadet Weapon System is procured, the Design Authority will be invited to deliver training on the system to a SASC SME. The SASC SME is then responsible in conjunction with HQ SASC for producing an un-coded publication for endorsement. For Personal and Individual weapon systems, having received the initial training, combined with the endorsed publication, the SASC SME will cascade training to other SAA Instructors, who will be able to train further SAA Instructors. In exceptional circumstances, and only when endorsed by HQ SASC, it may be permissible for a SASC SME with an endorsed publication to train himself on a new or unfamiliar weapon system.

0107. Pamphlet No. 21. Pamphlet No. 21 prescribes the rules and regulations for the planning, conduct and supervision of firing and training with Inf WS and pyrotechnics that are necessary to achieve procedural safety. This pamphlet is a reduced version, based entirely on Pamphlet No. 21, specifically tailored for the firing and training with Inf and Cadet WS by Cadets. Whenever conducting any form of live or blank firing with Inf and Cadet WS, the RCO/ECO is to have in his possession a hard copy of the current Pamphlet 21-C.

0108. Pamphlet No 21-C, Chapter 5. Chapter 5 of this pamphlet stipulates the mandatory standards and qualifying periods that must be met in order to show that cadets and CFAVs are competent to undertake training at the appropriate level with Inf and Cadet WS or Pyrotechnics.

0109. Prerequisite Criteria for Training with Inf WS and Cadet WS. The criteria that must be met before cadets and CFAVs can be permitted to train with Inf WS and Cadet WS and pyrotechnics is:

a. Formally Trained. Having been formally trained in accordance with the appropriate General Staff Publication (GSP) to handle and fire any weapon, ammunition and pyrotechnic that the individual cadet and CFAVs may be required to handle and fire during an exercise or practice with either live or blank ammunition. Initial training for any weapon must have been given by a competent and qualified SAA instructor.

b. Formally Tested. Having passed the appropriate Weapon Handling Test (WHT) within the qualifying period specified in Chapter 5 of this pamphlet. The result is to be recorded on the cadet’s Standardise Record, WESTMINSTER, BADER or P File. WHTs may only be conducted by a course trained and qualified SAA instructor, who must be current with the weapon system being used for the test.

c. Progression of Training. Having been trained following the approved progression of training with Inf and Cadet WS prescribed in the Cadet Syllabus.

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d. Practical Understanding. Having been suitably briefed on the requirements and constraints of the exercise or practice.

0110. Live Firing Practices. Only authorised live firing practices that are contained within Cadet manuals may be fired during Live Firing Marksmanship Training (LFMT) on purpose built ranges. Under no circumstances are cadets or CFAV to conduct any form of Live Firing Marksmanship Training at night. Hearing Protection 0111. Definition. The term ‘issued, serviceable hearing protection’ is used throughout this pamphlet to describe the minimum acceptable level of hearing protection that is required to be worn for all types of live and blank firing training including pyrotechnics. a. Serviceable hearing protection is defined as either: (1) Ear Muffs. As a result of a visual inspection ear muffs are seen to be intact, with no obvious damage to the casing or seals. The sound dampening material is to be in place and the headband is of sufficient tension to achieve a proper seal (Ear Muffs are to be inspected in accordance with the information contained in Material Regulations Volume 3, Part 1, Section 11.). (2) Foam Ear Plugs. As a result of a visual inspection foam ear plugs are seen to be clean and supple, thereby retaining the properties to expand and provide effective protection. Typically these should be worn only once. (3) Automatic Noise Reduction Headsets. As a result of a visual inspection ear muffs are seen to be intact, with no obvious damage to the casing or seals. The sound dampening material is to be in place and the headband is of sufficient tension to achieve a proper seal (Ear Muffs are to be inspected in accordance with the information contained in Material Regulations Volume 3, Part 1, Section 11.). b. Where there is a requirement for double hearing protection this is achieved by wearing both forms of hearing protection simultaneously. 0111. Recommendations for Use. Wherever possible protection should be achieved by the wearing of the plastic muff type protectors. Where this is not possible (for example when wearing a radio headset), the expanding foam ear plugs are a suitable alternative. Personnel should be aware that anything that interferes with the seal between the ear muff and the skin, such as the pulled-down side of the beret, will greatly reduce the level of protection and therefore, must be avoided. 0113. – 0117. Reserved.

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SECTION 2. — RESPONSIBILITIES AND PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS ALL FIRING

Introduction CONTENTS

0118. Range/training area space and time INTRODUCTION 1-5 DEFINITIONS (QUALIFIED, CURRENT AND are always at a premium. Every effort must COMPETENT) 1-5 be made to use a range/training area RESPONSIBILITIES OF EXERCISE allocation to the full. Planning must be DIRECTOR, PLANNING, CONDUCTING AND carried out to ensure that firing starts at the SAFETY STAFF 1-6 beginning of the allotted period. Breaks must EXERCISING CADETS 1-8 be kept to a minimum and administration DRESS 1-8 must not delay firing. MEDICAL COVER 1-9 0119. Long term planning is normal for WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS 1-9 range/training area allocation. Maximum RISK ASSESSMENTS 1-10 effect can therefore be gained by early bids. LIMITATIONS IN THE USE OF MISSILES AND Standby arrangements to accept last minute AMMUNITION FOR TRAINING (LUMAT) 1-10 cancellations by other units can prove BRIEFINGS 1-10 beneficial. Full use of unit facilities, eg 25 metre Barrack, Indoor and Tube ranges, should be considered.

0120. Training Objectives (TOs). Before detailed planning can start, the TOs to be achieved, the number of cadets to be exercised and the staff available must be determined and agreed by the Senior Planning Officer.

Definitions (Qualified, Current and Competent)

0121. Qualified. To be deemed qualified individuals must have attended and passed one of the qualifying courses laid down in Chapter 2 and have achieved the required standard necessary to carry out their appointment. For further details see Chapter 2.

0122. Authorised. The only course in which a CFAV can be authorised in is the Ancillary Range Duties Course (ARD). To be deemed authorised individuals must have attended and passed the course using the Course Folder issued by Cadet Training Centre Frimley (CTC) to ensure that they are able to undertake their duties completely. the CO must sign a Range Authorisation Certificate for the individual (see Fig 2-1). Further details can be found within Chapter 2.

0123. Current. To be deemed current an individual must be familiar with the most up-to-date rules and regulations contained in those documents that govern the regulations for the planning, conduct and supervision of firing including associated

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0124. Competent. To be deemed competent, an individual must be current, qualified and possess the necessary skills, knowledge, attitude, training and experience to participate, either as a member of exercise/range safety staff or as a member of the exercising cadets or CFAVs.

Responsibilities of Exercise Director, Planning, Conducting and Safety Staff

0125. Exercise Director

a. It is the responsibility of the Exercise Director, (ie the person who directs that training with Infantry or Cadet Weapon Systems (blank or live) or pyrotechnics, is to be carried out (CO of a Unit) to appoint a Senior Planning Officer.

b. The Exercise Director is to ensure that the Senior Planning Officer appointed is competent, qualified and of the appropriate rank to supervise all staff involved in the activity and of sufficient experience to match the complexities of the exercise.

c. The Exercise Director cannot appoint himself to be the Senior Planning Officer or any other appointment.

0126. Senior Planning Officer.

a. It is the responsibility of the Senior Planning Officer to appoint a Planning Officer and a Range Conducting Officer or Exercise Conducting Officer. The Senior Planning Officer is to ensure that they are:

(1) Competent, qualified and of sufficient experience to match the complexity of the training.

(2) Given sufficient guidance, time, resources and manpower to be able to plan, conduct and supervise the training, including the appropriate level of medical cover.

b. The Senior Planning Officer cannot appoint himself to any of these appointments. He has a duty to ensure that:

(1) The plan meets the requirements of the aim of the exercise.

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(2) There are sufficient Safety Supervisors or Exercise Assistants and they are competent to undertake their duties.

(3) The exercising cadets and CFAVs are competent to undertake the exercise and have completed the necessary progression of training.

c. Once the Senior Planning Officer is satisfied that sufficient resources and man power are available he is to inform the Exercise Director. However, if the Senior Planning Officer considers there are insufficient resources or manpower available, in particular, qualified safety staff or that the exercising cadets and CFAVs are insufficiently prepared, then he is to refer the matter back to the Exercise Director for a decision. d. Should the Senior Planning Officer decide the RCO/ECO is not competent, due to a lack of experience, he can nominate an experienced RCO/ECO to conduct the activity and allow the inexperienced RCO/ECO to understudy to gain the appropriate experience. 0127. Planning Officer. The Planning Officer is the officer, warrant officer, NCO or CFAV who is appointed by the Senior Planning Officer and is responsible for the design of the live or blank firing training with Infantry or Cadet Weapon Systems. The Planning Officer is to be competent, qualified and may or may not be the Range/Exercise Conducting Officer. He has a duty to ensure that: a. A detailed plan is produced that meets the requirements of the aim of the exercise and has considered and where appropriate included: (1) The Safe System of Training, in particular the use of safe weapons and ammunition, safe ranges/training areas, safe conducting and supervising staff and safe exercising cadets and CFAVs. (2) The prerequisite criteria for training with Inf and Cadet WS and Pyrotechnics. (3) The rules and regulations contained in the relevant chapters of this pamphlet and other relevant publications. b. If as a result of this detailed planning the Planning Officer considers there are insufficient resources or manpower available then he is to refer the matter back to the Senior Planning Officer for a decision. 0128. Senior Range Conducting Officer. A Senior Range Conducting Officer (SRCO) who is competent and qualified will be appointed by the Senior Planning Officer for exercises that involve subordinate RCOs who are responsible for elements of an exercise under the overall control and coordination of the SRCO. The SRCO may also be the Senior Planning Officer. 0129. Range Conducting Officer. The Range Conducting Officer (RCO) is the officer, warrant officer, NCO or CFAV appointed by the Senior Planning Officer to be responsible for the safe conduct of the firing as specified by the Senior Planning

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Officers plan in accordance with the relevant Service range instructions. The RCO is to be competent with the weapon systems being used and qualified and may also be the Planning Officer or Senior Range Conducting Officer. He will be assisted by a number of Safety Supervisors. Whilst the RCO should not act as a dedicated Safety Supervisor there may be occasions when he could be required to intervene in the role of a Safety Supervisor. 0130. Safety Supervisor. The ratio/level of supervision required for a particular exercise or range practice is to be determined by the Senior Planning Officer, guidance to the minimum required is given in the relevant chapters of this publication. The appointed Safety Supervisors are to be competent and are to be stipulated in the RASP. Safety Supervisors are responsible for the safe supervision of firing as directed by the RCO.

0131. Exercise Conducting Officer. The Exercise Conducting Officer (ECO) is the officer/warrant officer, NCO or CFAV appointed by the Senior Planning Officer to be responsible for the safe conduct of the firing as specified by the Senior Planning Officers plan in accordance with the relevant Service instructions. The ECO is to be competent with the weapon system being used, qualified and of appropriate rank and experience to match the complexity of the exercise being conducted; the ECO may also be the Planning Officer. The ECO is to ensure the regulations laid down in the relevant publications for the use of blank ammunition and pyrotechnics are complied with. He may be assisted by a number of Exercise Assistants. He is also to ensure that if Pyrotechnics are require to be destroyed in situ, they are only destroyed by the ATO, he is to be fully aware of the correct procedures for contacting the ATO.

0132. The Exercise Assistants. The Exercise Assistants are appointed by the Senior Planning Officer. They are responsible for the safe conduct of those aspects of an exercise involving blank ammunition or pyrotechnics that are allotted to him. There is no minimum qualification, however, the Exercise Assistant is to be current with the Inf and Cadet WS and pyrotechnics he is supervising, being briefed by the ECO and hold the minimum rank of LCpl or CFAV.

Exercising Cadets and CFAVs

0133. All exercising cadets and CFAVs must have completed the progression of training appropriate to the level of live firing activity and be current with the weapon/s and pyrotechnics to be used. This training is to be documented and the testing is to be carried out by an appropriately qualified SAA instructor. Chapter 5 of this pamphlet stipulates the mandatory standards and qualifying period that must be met for each level of live firing activity for all Infantry and Cadet Weapon Systems.

Dress

0134. The dress for Live Firing Marksmanship Training (LFMT) is specified in the cadet manual and ensures that personnel are able to meet the shooting standard wearing the appropriate dress and equipment.

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Medical Cover

0135. The Planning Officer/RCO/ECO is responsible for conducting a medical risk assessment, ensuring the level of medical cover is appropriate to the scale of the training (see Section 4 of Chapter 1). He must refer the matter to the Senior Planning Officer if this level cannot be achieved.

Written Instructions

0136. Written instructions are required to support all training activities involving the use of live ammunition, blank ammunition and pyrotechnics. Such instructions should conform to the conventions and disciplines of Defence Writing. Qualifying courses teach a standard format for each of the different types of written instructions that are required. These are:

a. Range Action and Safety Plan (RASP). It is mandatory for a RASP to be produced specific to each live firing activity with Inf and Cadet WS or pyrotechnics. It is to be produced by the Planning Officer or the RCO as a stand-alone document or included as an annex to the Co-ordinating Instruction. In any event copies of the RASP are to be issued to all staff employed on the exercise/activity. In the event that a Coordinating Instruction is not produced there will be a need to include some of the administrative topics in the RASP. An example of the possible headings to be included in the RASP for a LFMT activity fired on a Purpose Built Range is given at Annex A to Chapter 4. The purpose of the RASP is to:

(1) Show that the Planning Officer/RCO has followed an acknowledged planning process, covering all aspects of safe training and as such it provides a clear audit trail.

(2) Give a detailed brief of the RCO’s personal responsibilities on the range before, during and after firing.

(3) Detail the responsibilities of Safety Supervisors and other range staff.

(4) Describe the rehearsal/walkthrough procedures.

(5) Detail the points/subjects that are to be covered during safety briefings to all range staff and participating cadets and CFAVs.

b. Exercise Action and Safety Plan (EASP). The production of an EASP specific to each exercise is a mandatory requirement for any training activity involving the use of blank ammunition and pyrotechnics. An example of the possible headings to be included in the EASP is given at Annex A to Chapter 3.

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0137. If, in exceptional circumstances, RCOs/ECOs are using written instructions produced by someone else, they must check thoroughly and countersign the written instructions before using them. The responsibility for any deficiency of the written instructions passes to the RCO/ECO once the written instruction has been countersigned.

Risk Assessments

0138. Commanders at all levels have a personal responsibility for ensuring that activities are undertaken in as safe a manner as is reasonably practicable, taking due regard of any risks to personnel. Although the mechanism for discharging this duty can be delegated and assistance and support obtained, the responsibility cannot be.

0139. Notwithstanding the requirement for a Medical Risk Assessment (see Section 4 to this chapter) training with weapon systems is covered through the provision of all aspects of the Safe System of Training outlined in the Foreword to this chapter. Therefore, providing all aspects of the planned training are covered by the Safe System of Training, there is no requirement to conduct independent risk assessments. If any aspect of training is not covered by the Safe System of Training then that aspect must be subjected to a risk assessment and additional control measures to reduce risk to As Low as Reasonably Practicable (ALARP) must be implemented. Any risk assessment is to be recorded and attached to the coordinating instruction or RASP/ EASP along with the 2* dispensation. Risk assessment is detailed in JSP 375.

Limitations in the Use of Missiles and Ammunition for Training (LUMAT)

0140. LUMAT details the definitive limitations placed on the use of ammunition and pyrotechnics. Some of the information it contains, but by no means all, is reproduced in this pamphlet. To ensure any limitations are taken into account during the planning phase, Planning Officers must ensure that LUMAT is consulted for any activity where the intention is to use ammunition or pyrotechnics.

0141. Radio Frequency Emission Hazard. No mobile phone or other electrical equipment is to be switched on within 5 m of any electrically initiated weapon system or explosive store on a range.

Briefings

0142. Comprehensive briefings will reduce the possibility of accidents. Briefings for LFMT on the ranges covered in Chapter 4 should follow the format at Annex A to Chapter 4.

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SECTION 3. — RANGE ORDERS AND RANGE LOGS

Introduction CONTENTS

0150. Range orders for purpose built INTRODUCTION 1-11 ranges are provided to ensure the following: HANDOVER/TAKEOVER 1-12

a. All necessary controls, as identified TRAINING ON OTHER NATIONS’ FACILITIES 1-12 by the risk assessment completed by the Range Administering Unit (RAU), are in place to prevent accidents to the range users, range staff or the public.

b. The correct implementation of any range by-laws, where these have been made, the public are put on notice that the range area is a dangerous place.

c. Maximum use is made of the range space available.

d. Guidance is given to users unfamiliar with the facilities provided.

0151. The following orders are to be read before live firing training commences:

a. Range Standing Orders. These cover the general conduct for a large range complex and are often initiated at Command or District level.

b. Range Orders. These are specific to a particular range within the complex or orders for an isolated range location. They will reflect information contained on the MOD Form 904 (Land Range Authorisation Certificate).

c. MOD Form 904 – Land Range Authorisation Certificate. This states the weapons systems, munitions and explosive stores which can be used on the range.

d. MOD Form 905 – Land Range Safety Certificate. This certifies that the range is safe and suitable for use as prescribed on the MOD Form 904.

e. Unit Standing Orders. As applicable.

0152. It is essential that all concerned with planning and conducting live firing or blank firing training read the relevant orders BEFORE planning starts. It follows that Senior Planning Officers/Planning Officers and SRCO/RCO are to insist that a copy of the Range Orders and the MOD Form 904 are made available to be studied. This applies equally to an indoor air rifle range as to a Gallery Range.

0153. The relevant section in this pamphlet relating to the ammunition, weapon or range to be used is to be studied in conjunction with the Range Orders. The orders for a particular location will often be quite varied as they must suit the area, and local conditions to which they relate. If the orders are in contradiction to this pamphlet then

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Handover/Takeover

0154. Before handing over or taking over a range the SRCO/RCO is to complete MOD Form 906 or MOD Form 906A — Land Range Log (see Figs 1 and 2). Each entry in the log identifies the user, records the number of rounds fired, provides a pre and post firing certificate to be signed by the SRCO/RCO and gives brief details of all incidents/accidents. MOD Form 906A also records any blinds. The Land Range Log is also used to record routine inspections and maintenance work. Instructions on how to complete the Land Range Log are contained on the inside cover.

0155. The SRCO/RCO is required to certify personally, by signature, that he holds the correct qualification and that the Range Orders have been read and understood and that they will be complied with in full. If, for any reason during firing, the RCO has to leave the range he is to sign off in the MOD Form 906/906A and the replacement RCO is to sign on the range by completing the relevant part of the MOD Form 906/906A prior to the continuation of firing.

Training on Other Nations’ Facilities

0156. Where there is a requirement to use other nations’ ranges and training facilities, JSP 403 Vol 1 is to be read and the rules contained therein are to be complied with. Further advice can be sought from HQ SASC, Warminster Military (94381) Ext2366/2612, Warminster Civilian (01985) 222366/222612.

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DLRSC Range Serial Number

(From MOD Form 904/905)

MOD Form 906 (Revised September 2001) Land Range Log

The Log Records Activities at: Name and Location of Range

Type of Range

Date Log Opened Date Log Closed

WARNING It is essential that the officer i/c Practice / Senior Range Conducting Officer and all Inspecting Officers read carefully the notes on the inside of the front cover before making entries in this log

Completed Land Range Logs are to be retained by the Range Administering Unit until such time as the range is permanently closed or until their destruction is approved by the Range Authorising Headquarters.

As a minimum, each logbook should be retained for 10 years after its completion.

Produced by MOD, DSDA(PC)Ky. Tel: 0117 9376256

Notes SPACE FOR TRANSPARENT WALLET CONTAINING 1. This Log provides a permanent record of the usage of the range named on the front cover. For each use of the facility it LAND RANGE SAFETY CERTIFICATE (MOD FORM 905) records:

a. The Unit details, name, rank, and signature of the Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer supervising the (Provided for situations where it is impractical to display the MOD Form 905 permanently on the range) firing. (columns [b], [e] & [f]) b. The date and time the range was in use. (columns [a], [d] & [g]) c. When applicable, the number of rounds fired. (columns [i] & [j]) d. Details of any range accident/incident, and action taken in response. (column [k]) e. Details of blinds not disposed of by the practising Unit. (column [k]) f. A declaration by the Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer supervising the firing that the range was left in a clean and safe condition. (column [I])

Completion by the Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer.

2. On each occasion that the range is used and before firing commences, the Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer is to complete columns [a] to [f]. In signing in column [f] the Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer affirms that he/she is qualified and/or authorised to conduct the firing practices for which the range has been allocated, that the range is in a suitable condition to be used and that he/she has read and understood the Range Orders and will comply with them throughout the practice. The Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer is to ensure that the range is used strictly in accordance with current drills and procedures and, where applicable, that the use of target lanes is evenly distributed.

3. The detail in columns [h] to [j] is only entered for indoor ranges and ranges with stop butts/bullet catchers which require de- leading.

4. At the end of firing the Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer is to complete columns [g] to [I]. In signing in column [i] the Officer i/c Practice/Senior Range Conducting Officer further affirms that he/she has, on leaving the range, cleared it of all ammunition and explosives or has informed the Range Officer if for any reason the range could not be cleared. Unless the Range Orders state otherwise, range clearance includes the disposal of blinds.

5. Blinds not disposed of by the practising Unit are to be recorded in column [k] using the following format:

A. Ammunition nature. B. Number of rounds. C. Grid reference/s of blind/s. D. Action taken by Unit. E. Remarks.

Completion by the Range Staff.

6. Column [m] is initialled by a member of the Range Staff and indicates that the reports/remarks made in column [k] have been noted for action.

Use as a Management Record.

7. The Range Log is also provided as a means of recording all other significant range events such as inspections, refurbishments and butt de-leading. At the completion of any periodic inspection (see Note 8), the inspecting officer is to enter, on the next available line, the date, time and type of inspection (e.g. "Range Officer's Monthly Inspection") and any relevant comments or remarks. He/she must also enter his/her name, rank/grade, appointment and signature. A similar entry must be made by the Range Officer on completion of any significant repair or refurbishment. These entries must be made in red ink to distinguish them from range user entries.

8. The cycle of mandatory periodic inspections is as follows:

a. Monthly by an Officer of the Range Administering Unit. b. Annually by an Officer from the Range Authorising Headquarters. c. Two-yearly by a representative of the Works Services Organisation. d. Three yearly (Open Ranges) or five yearly (Indoor Ranges) by an Independent Range Safety Inspector.

9. De-leading details should record the date de-leading was carried out, the lanes affected if all lanes were not de-leaded and the signature of the member of the range staff responsible for ensuring that de-leading was properly carried out. The latter applies even when de-leading is carried out by non-MOD personnel.

10. After de-leading, the cumulative total of rounds fired in column [j] must be re-set to zero.

General

11. Entries need not be limited to a single line for each firing practice. Full use should be made of the page if additional information is required to be recorded and, if necessary, entries may be continued onto the next page of the Log.

Fig 1. — MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log

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MOD Form 906 Log Sheet Page 1 of 28

Pre-firing Certificate Post Firing Certificate Initials of Range Time Warning Lanes Rounds Fired Remarks Warning Staff Strength Range Read Note 2 on inside front cover before signing in column [f] Time off Used (See Note 3) (Record all incidents, accidents and Read Notes 4 & 5 on (See Date User Unit of Firing Taken Range (See range items in need of repair) inside front cover before Total (All Firing Cumulative Total Note 6) Party Over Rank and Name Signature Note 3) Points Used) (See Note 10) (See Notes 4 & 5) signing below

[a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] [g] [h] [i] [j] [k] [l] [m]

Totals to carry forward to next page:

Page 2 of 28 Log Sheet MOD Form 906

[a] [b] [c] [d] [e] [f] [g] [h] [i] [j] [k] [l] [m]

Totals to carry forward to next page:

Fig 1 (cont). — MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log

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MOD Form 906A (RevisedMOD Form Jul 99) 906 (Introduced 7/90) LandLand Range Range Log This Log Records Activities at ThisName Log and Records Location of ActivitiesRange at Range Type and Location

Type of Range

Date Log Opened Date Log Closed

WARNING IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE OFFICER i/c PRACTICE / SENIOR RANGE CONDUCTING OFFICER AND ALL INSPECTING OFFICERS READ CAREFULLY THE NOTES ON THE INSIDE OF THE FRONT COVER BEFORE MAKING ENTRIES IN THIS LOG

SPACE FOR TRANSPARENT WALLET CONTAINING LAND RANGE SAFETY CERTIFICATE (MOD FORM 905)

Fig 2. — MOD Form 906A — Land Range Log

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MOD Form 906A Log Sheet Page 1 of 30

Strength Pre-firing Certificate AMMUNITION (See Notes 4 & 5) of Firing Warning: Range Detail Party Time Read Note 2 on inside Front Cover Time Date (or equivalent) User Unit or No Start On before you sign in column (g) Off Reference No of Firing Range Range (See Note 3) vehicles Rank Signature Fired Blinds Fired Blinds Fired Blinds Fired Blinds Fired Blinds and Name (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) (l) (m) (n) (o) (p) (q) (r) Totals Brought Forward from Previous Page

MOD Form 906 (Introduced 7/90) Land Range Log

This Log Records Activities at Range Type and Location

Totals to be Carried Forward to Next Page

MOD Form 906A Log Sheet Page 1 of 30

AMMUNITION (See Notes 4 & 5) Post Firing Certificate Remarks Warning: Initials of Record all: incidents/accidents/blinds and Read Notes 5 & 6 on inside Range Staff range items in need of repair Front Cover before (See Note Fired Blinds Fired Blinds Fired Blinds Fired Blinds Fired Blinds Fired Blinds (See Note 5 & 6) signing Below 7)

(s) (t) (u) (v) (w) (x) (y) (z) (aa) (bb) (cc) (dd) (ee) (ff) (gg)

MOD Form 906 (Introduced 7/90) Land Range Log

This Log Records Activities at Range Type and Location

Fig 2 (cont). — MOD Form 906A — Land Range Log

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SECTION 4. — MEDICAL SUPPORT

CONTENTS General GENERAL 1-17 0162. The level of medical cover required for all types of training with ammunition and AIM 1-17 pyrotechnics is mandated by the Army MEDICAL RISK ASSESSMENT 1-17 Medical Directorate (AMD) who have directed that personnel who are MATT 3 LEVEL OF MEDICAL COVER 1-18 Level 3 (Battlefield Casualty Drills) trained represent the minimum level of medical EMPLOYMENT OF MEDICAL PERSONNEL 1-18 cover for simple low risk activities or as specified in JSP535. In order for training to be conducted the appropriate medical cover is to be in place. Range Orders may state the user unit’s responsibility for medical cover. Cadet organisations should refer to JSP535 Cadet Training Safety Precautions in conjunction with this publication. Where there is a difference the most stringent rules must be employed. 0163. Large range complexes may often be covered by nominated ambulance vedette points with medical staff in attendance. 0164. Unless specified in Range Orders, range users are not to contact the Emergency Services direct. All tasking is to be actioned by Range Control.

Aim 0165. Injuries resulting from the use of ammunition or pyrotechnics present an immediate threat to life and limb. The primary aim, in all cases following an accident involving injury to personnel, is to provide life saving first aid, followed by rapid evacuation to an appropriate trauma facility. Training on ranges or training areas that are more remote from a medical establishment or which will involve greater degrees of complexity will require a higher level of intrinsic medical cover and evacuation capability to ensure this aim is achieved.

Medical Risk Assessment 0166. The level of medical cover to be provided is to be determined following a medical risk assessment conducted by the Planning Officer/RCO. LANDSO 1405 contains guidance on completing medical risk assessments. The result of the medical risk assessment is to be recorded in the RASP or EASP. Examples of simple Medical Risk Assessments are contained at Annex A to this chapter. The following factors are to be considered in the medical risk assessment process: a. Likelihood of accidents set against the level and type of training to be conducted ie training with blank ammunition or LFMT. b. The location of the range or training area in relation to the nearest medical establishment providing trauma facilities, including: (1) Vehicle access to the range or training area.

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(2) Standard of roads and tracks. (3) Possible delays, including traffic. (4) Requirement for a 4X4 vehicle or military ambulance. c. Conditions under which the training is to be conducted, ie night training, static or with fire and movement. d. Ammunition natures or pyrotechnics to be used, ie blank or live small arms ammunition. e. The likely response time of the Emergency Services and their ability to cope with multiple emergencies.

Level of Medical Cover 0167. On the basis of the results of the medical risk assessment, an appropriate level of medical cover is to be determined. Advice from the medical officer must be sought. The requirement for each of the following is to be assessed: a. Need for medical personnel. b. Numbers of medical personnel required. c. Level of medical qualification required. d. Equipment available to medical personnel. e. Vehicles to be made available or required to be tasked for casualty transfer, ie landrover, military ambulance, civilian ambulance or helicopter. f. Communications to emergency services, eg locations of landline telephones, use of radios, mobile phones, etc. 0168. When training with live, blank ammunition and pyrotechnics it is mandatory to have medical cover. A CFAV with a current and recognised First Aid certificate and in possession of an authorised First Aid kit are to be present throughout the training. The person responsible must also take in account the current qualification held by the available instructors for the activity being conducted, so all the necessary limitations during the conduct of the training are taken, to ensure the safety of the cadets/CFAV taking part. Note. A list of recognised first aid certificates can be found in JSP 535, Cadet Training safety Precautions (The Red Book).

Employment of Medical Personnel 0169. Medical personnel or nominated first aiders for a training activity are not to be employed in any other role that might result in them becoming a casualty or prevent them from discharging their duties in the event of an accident. 0170. – 0174. Reserved.

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SECTION 5. — STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION OF AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES

Regulations CONTENTS

0175. The rules governing the storage and REGULATIONS 1-19 movement of ammunition and explosives are laid down in either JSP 482 — MOD Explosives Regulations (U) and JSP 445 — Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road, Rail and Sea. These rules are to be observed in training.

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SECTION 6. — AMMUNITION ACCIDENT, INCIDENT AND WEAPON/ AMMUNITION DEFECT REPORTING PROCEDURE

Introduction CONTENTS

0181. The most important evidence of the INTRODUCTION 1-20 efficiency of weapons and stocks of TYPES OF OCCURRENCE 1-21 ammunition for war, is to be found in the performance of the weapons and ammunition TERMINOLOGY 1-21 during training. Some defects or incidents may AMMUNITION ACCIDENTS 1-22 appear trivial and give the impression of not assuming importance, but as with intelligence AMMUNITION INCIDENTS 1-23 information, they help to build an overall IMMEDIATE ACTION TO BE TAKEN picture. The reasons for reporting all FOLLOWING AMMUNITION ACCIDENTS/ ammunition accidents, incidents and INCIDENTS 1-23 ammunition/weapon defects are: AMMUNITION/WEAPON DEFECT REPORTING 1-26

a. To prevent a recurrence. IMMEDIATE ACTION TO BE TAKEN FOLLOWING AN AMMUNITION DEFECT 1-26 b. To comply with the statutory IMMEDIATE ACTION TO BE TAKEN requirements of the Health and Safety FOLLOWING A WEAPON DEFECT 1-26 at Work etc. Act 1974, such as Duty of AMMUNITION INCIDENT REPORTING Care and regulations on reporting AGENCIES 1-27 dangerous occurrences made under the Act, eg Reporting of Injuries, TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF RANGE Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences STAFF 1-29 Regulations (RIDDOR). NEGLIGENT DISCHARGES 1-30

c. To rectify or eliminate defective INVESTIGATION OF ACCIDENTS 1-31 weapons or ammunition throughout INCIDENT REPORTS — ACCIDENTS/ the Services. INCIDENTS AND MATTERS OF PUBLIC INTEREST 1-31 d. To improve design and to provide greater safety and better performance.

e. To change the drill where necessary.

f. To detect a pattern of degradation in performance, which might otherwise go unnoticed.

g. To comply with NATO Standardisation Agreement (STANAG) 2940 Reporting of Major Ammunition Malfunctions.

0182. For the purpose of this publication the term ‘ammunition’ refers to all live, blank, pyrotechnic munitions and explosives.

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0183. Units are not to take a parochial view of ammunition accidents, incidents or ammunition/weapon defects with ammunition and weapons issued to them for training. The Unit and the SRCO/RCO/ECO have a responsibility to all others using similar weapons or ammunition in promptly reporting the facts of any accident, incident or defect to the relevant authorities in accordance with this publication.

Types of Occurrence

0184. This publication defines three classes of occurrences which SRCOs/RCOs/ ECOs must be aware of, as the reporting procedure for each varies slightly. These and their definitions are given below:

a. Ammunition Accident. Irrespective of cause or however minor, an ammunition accident is any unintended event or sequence of events involving ammunition that results in death or injury to a person(s) and/or damage to equipment and/or property, military or civilian. Events such as fires, or any functioning of ammunition which occurs during storage or movement, are to be classified as accidents, irrespective of whether they result in death, injury or damage to either civilian or military owned equipment or property.

b. Ammunition Incident. Irrespective of cause or however minor, an ammunition incident is any unplanned occurrence that does not fall within the definition of an ammunition accident.

c. Defects. A defect is any fault in the make-up or marking or any deterioration in, or damage to, the physical state of weapons, equipment, ammunition, ammunition containers or Unit Load Specification (ULS).

Terminology

0185. Blind. A blind is the term used when an item of ammunition is initiated (fired or thrown) but fails to function correctly at the target.

0186. Breech Explosion. A breech explosion is the uncontrolled initiation of a round in the breech of a weapon when fired. The round may not have been chambered or only partially chambered.

0187. Cook-off. A cook-off is the uncontrolled functioning of ammunition caused by excessive heat.

0188. Error in Drill. An error in drill occurs when the authorised and/or laid down drills are found to be at fault and require to be revised.

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0189. Error of Drill. An error of drill is defined as an instance when the ammunition or weapon has not been operated in strict accordance with the GSP. For example, excessive build up of carbon on or in a weapon due to inadequate cleaning can result in irregular performance of the ammunition or when ordered to fire single shots a burst is fired as a result of the firer not checking the change lever. Note: Errors of drill are one of the major causes of ammunition accidents and incidents. Reporting such instances even when the ammunition or the weapon is obviously not to blame, enables the Project Team (PT) and Competent Army Authority (CAA) to establish a pattern highlighting hazardous practices, or where necessary, recommend an amendment to the GSP. 0190. Hangfire. A hangfire is the temporary failure or delay in the functioning of a primer, igniter or propelling charge. A hangfire occurs if the primer, igniter or propelling charge fails to function on initiation but subsequently functions during a laid down safe waiting period. 0191. Misfire. A misfire is a term used when an item of ammunition, when initiated, fails to fire or launch. 0192. Negligent Discharge. The discharge of any weapon or pyrotechnic that is considered by the SRCO/RCO/ECO or chain of command, to be in contravention of the authorised drills and procedures is classed as a Negligent Discharge and contrary to the provisions given in Queen’s Regulations. All Negligent Discharges with Inf and Cadet WS and Pyrotechnics are to be reported to the local ATO who will then forward them to the Munitions Incident Database (MID) Cell for collation. A copy of the Negligent Discharge Report Form 1664 contained in JSP482 Volume 2, Chapter B is to be forwarded to the relevant organisation. 0193. Premature. A premature is a performance failure where the ammunition functioned before the designed time. 0194. Performance Failures. This is the failure of ammunition or of any of its constituent parts to function as intended, when fired, or tested. Examples are misfires, hangfires, blinds, excessive deviations in range or line.

Ammunition Accidents 0195. SRCOs/RCOs or ECOs are to ensure they are fully conversant with the procedures required for dealing with ammunition accidents. 0196. Examples of ammunition accidents are: a. A breech explosion occurs in a weapon and causes damage to the working parts. b. A Simulator Battle Sound explodes in close proximity to a cadet causing injury. c. A ricochet hits and damages a vehicle parked on the range.

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Ammunition Incidents

0197. SRCOs/RCOs or ECOs are to ensure that they are fully conversant with the procedures required for dealing with ammunition incidents.

0198. Examples of ammunition incidents are:

a. After throwing a smoke grenade it bursts into flames.

b. Rounds are reported to have landed outside the WDA.

Immediate Action To Be Taken Following Ammunition Accidents/Incidents

0199. In any accident involving ammunition any person involved with the activity can and should issue the command “Stop, Stop, Stop”. Once the command is issued all firing or movement is to cease and personnel are to wait for further direction from the Range Safety Staff. It is then the responsibility of the SRCO/RCO or ECO to ensure that the following actions are taken:

ITEM ACTION REMARKS (a) (b) (c) 1 CEASE FIRING All firing is to cease. 2 FIRST AID Injured personnel are to be given first aid treatment. In the (If required) case of fatal accidents, bodies should not be touched except to confirm death. Out of respect bodies should be covered until they can be removed from the scene. 3 MEDICAL Once first aid has been administered, medical assistance ASSISTANCE should be sought. All injured personnel should be seen by a (If required) doctor as soon as possible. 4 WEAPONS SAFETY Do not attempt to unload, make safe, strip or clean any (PRESERVATION OF weapon involved in the accident, unless not doing so EVIDENCE) would further increase the risk to personnel, or alter any bearing, range or elevation setting. (If necessary move all personnel to a safe area.) 5 INFORM RANGE In some cases this will be the Range Administrative Unit CONTROL AND (RAU). Range Control or the RAU will give advice on how to EXERCISE contact other agencies. It is a Unit responsibility to ensure DIRECTOR the correct reporting procedure is followed. 6 INFORM ATO/SASC The ATO and HQ SASC are to be contacted by the fastest possible means. The ATO will attend the scene. This procedure should be known prior to the exercise taking place (see paragraph 01109). An example of the format for reporting can be found at Annex B to this chapter.

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ITEM ACTION REMARKS (a) (b) (c) 7 INFORM OTHER The Army Incident Notification Cell (AINC) and the Land AGENCIES Accident Prevention and Investigation Team (LAIT) are to be informed by the fastest possible means. For all Land Command units this is to follow the format of LANDSO 3202. It would be normal practice for other units and Services to use LANDSO 3202. Special Investigation Branch (SIB) RMP may also need to be informed. (See paragraphs 01116 - 01120) 8 WEAPONS DETAILS The serial number of the weapon involved is to be recorded. (PRESERVATION OF Damaged or defective weapons, lodged bullets and empty EVIDENCE) cases are to be left where they fell after the incident/accident. An armourer should be requested to attend. 9 CORDON Cordon off the area of the accident to prevent any evidence (PRESERVATION OF being destroyed or moved. Everything should remain as it is EVIDENCE) in situ until the arrival of the investigative authorities. All personnel involved in the exercise are to mark their position on the ground using an appropriate marker, eg webbing. Make a sketch map or plan to hand to the ATO or SASC representative to record the distance and position in relation to the accident of: a. All fragments. b. All personnel involved and witnesses recording direction they were facing, their posture (standing, kneeling etc) at the time of the accident and, if applicable, the state of readiness of their weapons and the direction the weapon was pointing. c. Position of injured personnel involved as in sub- paragraph b. 10 WITNESSES The names of all witnesses of the accident are to be recorded. To prevent personnel changing their minds on events, discussion about the accident is to be discouraged. If possible witnesses should be separated. Witnesses should produce a brief written account of the accident. 11 AMMUNITION The ADAC, designation and BKI of the ammunition involved in (CLEARANCE OF the accident/incident are to be recorded. The ammunition is EVIDENCE) to be segregated and not used again unless authorised by the ATO. Once all investigating agencies have been consulted the ATO will authorise clearance of the scene. 12 SUSPENSION OF All Range Staff involved in the accident/incident are suspend- RANGE STAFF ed pending a preliminary investigation by an Officer appointed by the Exercise Director. (See para 01110) 13 COMPLETION OF It is the responsibility of the SRCO/RCO/ECO to ensure MOD FORM 906/906A that the details of the accident/incident are entered in the – LAND RANGE LOG Land Range Log.

Note: In the case of a Negligent Discharge follow the procedure laid down in paragraphs 01112 and 01113.

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01100. IF THE SRCO/RCO OR ECO IS IN ANY DOUBT AS TO WHETHER AN INCIDENT OR ACCIDENT HAS OCCURED HE SHOULD REPORT IT AS AN ACCIDENT.

01101. Recommencing Firing. Firing may continue following an ammunition incident if:

a. It is a blind or misfire which is destroyed in accordance with the procedure laid down in Section 3 of this Chapter.

b. The same type of failure were to recur it would not put personnel at risk.

c. The scene of the incident or any evidence remains undisturbed for the arrival of ATO/SASC.

d. The incident will not affect the training being carried out.

e. A different batch of ammunition is used. If any doubt exists cease firing.

01102. Misfires. Misfires, although reported as ammunition incidents, (an example of the format for reporting can be seen at Annex C to this chapter.) may be due to the weapon and not the ammunition. The unit, in addition to notifying the ATO and HQ SASC, is to arrange with an armourer for the weapon to be inspected and the ATO furnished with a copy of the armourer’s report.

01103. Disposal of Misfired Ammunition. Misfired ammunition is to be disposed of in accordance with the ATO instructions. However, if the ATO is not available small arms ammunition is to be returned to store, segregated and is to await ATO’s disposal. Other stocks, depending on the type of primer initiation, will be disposed of as follows:

a. Percussion Initiated Ammunition. Once struck and failing to fire these may be sensitive to shock and may cause accidents during normal handling. They are to be destroyed as misfires by ATO

b. Electrically Initiated Ammunition. These are not sensitive to shock in the same way as percussion initiated ammunition but, susceptible to Radio Frequency (RF) impulses. They are to be placed in the approved closed metal Service container and segregated from other serviceable ammunition to await disposal instructions from the ATO.

01104. Blinds. Blinds are to be reported as ammunition incidents. An example of the format for reporting can be seen at Annex C to this chapter. The procedure for destruction of blinds is laid down in detail in Section 3 of this Chapter. CFAVs are not allowed to destroy blinds.

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Ammunition/Weapon Defect Reporting

01105. The defect procedures outlined below apply only in the following circumstances: a. Ammunition. Prior to it being fired or thrown or projected. This will normally occur whilst unpacking ammunition immediately prior to use. b. Weapons. Where no accident has occurred.

01106. Examples of ammunition/weapon defects are: a. The percussion cap is found to be missing from a round when it is removed from its packaging. b. The quantity and type of rounds inside a sealed box are different to the markings on the container. c. Broken firing pins, extractors.

Immediate Action to be Taken Following an Ammunition Defect

01107. If any defect is detected it is the responsibility of the SRCO/RCO or ECO to ensure that the following actions are taken:

ITEM ACTION REMARKS (a) (b) (c) 1 INFORM ATO ATO is to be contacted. 2 AMMUNITION The ADAC, designation and BKI of the ammunition involved in the incident are to be recorded. The ammunition is to be segregated and not used again unless authorised by the ATO. 3 CONTAINER The container and all packing fitments are to be retained for the ATO. All seals and labels are to be retained.

Immediate Action to be Taken Following a Weapon Defect 01108. If any defect is detected it is the responsibility of the SRCO/RCO or ECO to ensure that the following action is taken: a. After any stoppage drills have been carried out and if possible the cause ascertained, remove the weapon from use after carrying out any safety precautions. b. If training can continue with other weapons segregate the weapon. If not the armourer must be contacted to arrange repair.

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c. On return to base the defect is to be reported using AFG 8267A — Equipment Failure Report (EFR). Detailed instructions for the completion of EFRs are contained in Material Regulations for the Army, Volume 2, Pamphlet No. 2, Section 1.

Ammunition Accident/Incident Reporting Agencies

01109. In the event of an ammunition accident or incident the following agencies are to be informed as applicable:

a. In UK (including NI). Immediately inform the following who will give advice on what further action is to be taken:

(1) The Joint Service EOD Operations Centre (JSEODOC) via the Ammunition Incidents Hotline Didcot Military Ext (94234) 3360/3361/3362 Didcot Civil (01235) Ext 513360/513361/513362. Fax Mil (94234) 3354 (Fax Civil 01235 513354) Signal Address JSEODOPSCEN Didcot.

(2) HQ SASC, Warminster Military (94381) Ext 2366/2612 Warminster Civil (01985) Ext 222366/222612.

(3) Army Incident Notification Cell (AINC) Netheravon Military (94321) Ext 8458, Netheravon Civil (01980) 628458.

(4) Serious Equipment Failure Investigation Team (SEFIT) Andover Military (93556) Ext 7940, Civil (01225) 467940.

(5) Land Accident Prevention and Investigation Team (LAIT) Netheravon Military (94321) ext 8593, Netheravon Military Civilian (+441980) 628593.

b. In Germany. Immediately inform the following who will give advice on what further action is to be taken:

(1) 921 Sqn, 11 EOD Regt RLC Duty Officer, Mobile Telephone Number 0172 212 8693.

(2) HQ SASC, Warminster Military (94381) Ext. 2366/2612, Warminster Civilian (+441985) ext 222366/222612.

(3) Army Incident Notification Cell (AINC) Netheravon Military (94321) Ext 8458, Netheravon Civil (+441980) 628458.

(4) Serious Equipment Failure Investigation Team (SEFIT) Andover Military (93556) Ext 7940, Civil (01225) 467940.

(5) Land Accident Prevention and Investigation Team (LAIT) Netheravon Military (94321) ext 8593, Netheravon Military Civilian (+441980) 628593.

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c. In Cyprus. Immediately inform the following who will give advice on what further action is to be taken:

(1) The local ATO.

(2) HQ SASC, Warminster Military (94381) ext. 2366/2612, Warminster Civilian (+441985) ext 222366/222612.

(3) SO3 Ranges SASC, J3 Ops/Trg, HQ British Forces Cyprus, BFPO 53, Tel (94120) Ext 3957.

(4) Army Incident Notification Cell (AINC) Netheravon Military (94321) Ext 8458, Netheravon Civil (+441980) 628458.

(5) Serious Equipment Failure Investigation Team (SEFIT) Andover Military (93556) Ext 7940, Civil (01225) 467940.

(6) Land Accident Prevention and Investigation Team (LAIT) Netheravon Military (94321) ext 8593, Netheravon Military Civilian (+441980) 628593.

d. In Falkland Islands. Immediately inform the following who will give advice on what further action is to be taken:

(1) HQ SASC, Warminster Military 94381 Ext 2366/2612, Warminster Civil (+441985) Ext 222366/222612.

(2) SATO, Falkland Islands.

(3) Army Incident Notification Cell (AINC) Netheravon Military (94321) Ext 8458, Netheravon Civil (+441980) 628458.

(4) Serious Equipment Failure Investigation Team (SEFIT) Andover Military (93556) Ext 7940, Civil (01225) 467940.

e. Rest of the World. Immediately inform the following who will give advice on what further action is to be taken:

(1) The Joint Service EOD Operations Centre (JSEODOC) via the Ammunition Incidents Hotline Didcot Military Ext (94234) 3360/3361/3362 Didcot Civil (+441235) Ext 513360/513362.

(2) HQ SASC, Warminster Military (94381) Ext 2366/2612 Warminster Civil (+441985) Ext 222366/222612.

(3) Army Incident Notification Cell (AINC) Netheravon Military (94321) Ext 8458, Netheravon Civil (+441980) 628458.

(4) Serious Equipment Failure Investigation Team (SEFIT) Andover Military (93556) Ext 7940, Civil (01225) 467940.

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(5) Land Accident Prevention and Investigation Team (LAIT) Netheravon Military (94321) ext 8593, Netheravon Military Civilian (+441980) 628593.

Note: 1. When carrying out firing in locations without ATO support, consultation with an ATO prior to departure is advised. 2. Notification of the relevant authorities, using LANDSO 3202 as a guide, should be carried out using any available channels, eg signal via local British Consulate.

f. The format for reporting incidents is contained in LANDSO 3202. Units are to ensure they have a copy of this document ready to hand during training.

g. Refer press and media enquiries to the Public Information staff.

Temporary Suspension of Range Staff

01110. As a result of any ammunition accident the following is to take place:

a. Those safety staff directly involved in the accident will immediately have their range qualifications temporarily suspended.

b. The Exercise Director will appoint a suitably qualified officer who has not had direct involvement in that particular range activity to conduct a preliminary investigation of the safety staff.

c. Once the preliminary investigation has been completed the Exercise Director is to be made aware of its finding and must decide upon the appropriate course of action to be taken:

(1) Where he is satisfied that members of the safety staff did not contribute towards the accident he may reinstate them and allow them to continue in their appointments.

(2) Where there is any doubt the temporary suspension is to remain in force until such time as a formal investigation by LAIT or HQ SASC has been completed or when it becomes clear during this formal investigation that temporary suspension would no longer be appropriate.

01111. Where it is apparent that re-training is required with Inf WS/Cadet WS or Inf Range Qualification, then the following action is to be taken:

a. The suspension must remain in place.

b. A programme of instruction is to be prepared by a member of the SASC and endorsed by HQ SASC.

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c. A period of instruction, delivered by a member of the SASC is to be undertaken. d. Once the instruction is complete a letter from HQ SASC to the CO will recommend if the suspension should be lifted.

Negligent Discharges with Infantry and Cadet Weapon Systems 01112. If a negligent discharge results in injury or damage, the ammunition accident procedure is to be used. 01113. Where a negligent discharge occurs when using live or blank ammunition and there is no injury or damage, the following procedure is to be taken: a. The firer is to be ordered to apply the safety catch and lay the weapon down. b. A member of the Safety Staff is to take control and unload the weapon. c. Inspect the weapon to ensure that it is clear and empty the magazine. No attempt is to be made to strip or clean the weapon or magazine. d. Record the serial number of the weapon and the detail of orders given and the actions taken by the individual. e. The weapon and magazine are to be inspected by a qualified armourer. The weapon is not to be fired or the magazine used until they have been certified as serviceable. f. The SRCO/RCO/ECO will report a negligent discharge to his unit, so that a decision can be made on whether or not disciplinary action is to be taken. He is also responsible for ensuring that a Negligent Discharge Report Form 1664 contained in JSP 482 Vol 2 Chapter B (see Annex D to this chapter) is completed by the unit and forwarded to the local ATO and who will then forward them to the Munitions Incident Database (MID) Cell for collation. A copy of the Negligent Discharge Report Form 1664 can be found on page 1D-1. 01114. Error of Drill Automatic Weapons. Once given an executive order to fire, it is the responsibility of the cadet to ensure that the correct type of fire ordered is used. If a cadet or CFAV fires on automatic when ordered to fire single shots, the offence is to be treated as an error of drill. The RCO/ECO is to investigate the incident to establish whether the cadet has been negligent in his actions and where necessary disciplinary action should be taken. If however, a cadet or CFAV fires without being ordered to do so then this is to be treated under the negligent discharge procedure. 01115. Remedial Training. Any cadet or CFAV who negligently discharges a weapon through an error of drill is to receive remedial weapon handling training at the earliest opportunity. A negligent discharge will render any previous Weapon Handling Test (WHT) result as void. The cadet or CFAV is not allowed to be issued live or blank

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Investigation of Accidents

01116. The Land Accident Prevention and Investigation Team (LAIT) conducts independent investigations into serious or fatal training accidents and may also carry out any other investigations into any training incident or less serious accident, as directed by Chief (CH) LAIT, when requested by the chain of command.

01117. Notwithstanding paragraph 01116 DInf has mandated that SASC Officers and, in exceptional circumstances, SASC Warrant Officer, as directed by HQ SASC are to investigate all accidents and incidents involving Inf and Cadet WS and pyrotechnics.

01118. The Inspector Explosives (Army) IE(A) (PATO LAND) is responsible for ensuring that all LAND ammunition incidents are promptly reported and properly investigated. PATO has empowered suitably qualified Ammunition Technical Officers (ATOs) and Ammunition Technicians (ATs) to carry out the Inspectorate task of ammunition accident and incident investigation. An ATO/AT will attend all accidents and most incidents.

01119. Prompt and detailed investigations of all the circumstances surrounding an accident or incident are essential and it is the duty of every person who has knowledge of the accident or incident to cooperate fully with the investigation team. These measures provide the best means of establishing the cause of an accident or incident and may prevent a recurrence. An investigation by the civil police or the SIB may be necessary in the case of death or serious injury.

01120. The weapon, together with any ammunition fragments, is to be disposed of in accordance with instructions issued by the ATO/Armourer/SASC representative in conjunction with the civil police or SIB when they have been involved.

Incident Reports — Accidents/Incidents and Matters of Public Interest

01121. Accidents or incidents may arouse public interest or criticism about which Ministers and senior officers must be informed, therefore they are to be reported without delay. An incident which has a criminal, disciplinary or security aspect and any accident/incident involving ammunition or weapons often leads to rapid and intensive media enquiries. It is most important that accurate information on all such incidents is reported as quickly as possible.

01122. The incident report (INCREP) required is in addition to any action which may be necessary to comply with Casualty Procedure (JSP 751 - Joint Casualty and Compassionate Policy and Procedures, Issue 3, 1 Apr 06). A copy of the INCREP is to be forwarded to the appropriate PT.

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01123. For all units within Land Command, Land Command Standing Order (LANDSO) No. 3202 is to be complied with. Other units and Services should seek advice as to what action is to be taken from the geographical headquarters, Range Control or British Army Training Unit in whose area the accident/incident takes place. It will often be the case that they will be invited to complete the relevant Land Command Standing Order No. 3202 INCREP since it has a wide distribution and, if not already tasked, will trigger consequential action from other key agencies.

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ANNEX A TO CHAPTER 1 (h) Remarks (g) Required Medical Cover 1. Medical person nominated. Aid Kit (10 per- 2. First son) on range. (f) Risks Severity) The Residual (Likelihood & Unspecified minor injuries. (Unlikely and trivial) (e) Injury place) measures in (with control Likelihood of Most Unlikely B. GSPs. Relevant Weapon C. Pamphlet No. 21C. D. 2. JSP 403 Vol E. Range Order – 25 m Bk Range, Old Park Bks. Date Assessment: 12 Jul 01 (d) Existing Controls 1. All firers WHT 1. assessed as safe IAW Ref A & B. All supervisors quali- 2. fied current and compe- Ref C. tent IAW 3. Supervisors and firers briefed. 4. Range designed IAW Ref D. 5. Range conducted IAW Ref C & E. 6. Unit medical centre 400 m away. 7. MO/RMA in station during firing. comms on Telephone 8. range. 9. Medical centre veh on call. (c) (Hazard Survey) The Hazard 1. Injury by Gun Shot Wound. 2. Falling into Fire Trench. (b) Activity Location and Old Park Bks 25 m Bk Range – Rifle Live Firing 1 (a) Ser Example of a medical risk assessment for live firing on an LFMT range where support is available and located close to the range. MEDICAL RISK ASSESSMENT FOR 25 M BARRACK RANGE — BARRACKS OLD PARK Relevant Publications/Pamphlets/Procedures: A. Cadet Manual. Maj M Planning Officer: Wilson

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ANNEX B TO CHAPTER 1 AMMUNITION ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORT

1. Name and rank of person reporting the accident/incident:

2. Unit:

2.1 Unit involved in the accident/incident:

2.2 Unit address and telephone number:

3. Incident:

3.1 DTG of accident/incident:

3.2 Location of accident/incident:

3.3 Point of contact (if different from above):

3.4 Ammunition (Type, ADAC and BKI where known):

3.5 Fatalities and/or injuries (if applicable):

3.6 Weapon type and damage (if applicable):

4. Action taken by unit so far:

5. Has SIB, LAIT or REME Armourer been tasked?:

Note: This format is to be used to report all ammunition accidents/incidents to the relevant ATO contact point.

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ANNEX C TO CHAPTER 1 BLIND OR MISFIRE REPORT

Reporting Unit Details

1. ATO or AT Ref No. 2. DLSA Ref No. 3. Unit Involved. 4. Date Time Group 5. Place of Incident. (DTG) of the Incident. Ammunition Details 6. ADAC. 7. BKI. 8. NATO Stock No. 9. Designation. 10. Qty Issued. 11. Qty Fired. 12. Qty Failed. 13. Qty Remaining. Weapon Details 14. Type. 15. Ser No. Vehicle Details (If applicable) 16. Type. 17. Reg No. Incident Details (* Delete where applicable) 18. Occurred 18.1 Basic Training/Continuation Training/Advanced Training/ During: Operations/Trial/Demonstration/Guard Duties/Movement/Other (Specify)* 18.2 Range/Exercise/Barracks/Transit/Depot/Other (Specify)* 19. Conditions: 19.1 Weather: Wet/Dry/Rain/Snow/Hail/Ice/Other (Specify)* 19.2 Ground Type: Grass/Mud/Sand/Stony/Tarmac/Concrete/Forest/ Water/Scrubland/Other (Specify)* 19.3 Climatic Zone: See LUMAT 19.4 Temperature: Below –40/Between –40 and –10/Between –10 and +10/Between +10 and +40/Above +40 19.5 Wind Speed: Beaufort Scale and Wind Speed Estimation (see A&ER Vol 3 Pam 21 Part 13 Sect 8 para 29). Reporting Unit Remarks 20.

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Reporting Officer Details

21. Rank. 22. Name (Blocks). 23. Date. 24. Signature. 25. Unit Stamp.

Investigating ATO or AT Remarks

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Investigating ATO or AT Details 27. No. 28. Rank. 29. Name (Blocks).

30. Date. 31. Signature.

SATO Details 32. Rank. 33. Name (Blocks). 34. Date. 35. Signature. 36. Unit Stamp.

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Reporting Unit Details

1. ATO or AT Ref No. 2. DLSA Ref No. 3. Unit Involved. 4. Date Time Group 5. Place of Incident. (DTG) of the Incident. Ammunition Details 6. ADAC. 7. BKI. 8. NATO Stock No. 9. Designation. Weapon Details 10. Type. 11. Ser No. Incident Details (* Delete where applicable) 12. Training Standards: Regular (Trained)/Regular (Recruit)/Reservist (Trained)/ Reservist (Recruit)/Cadet/Civilian/Other (Specify)* 13. Occurred During: 13.1 Basic Training/Continuation Training/Advanced Training/Operations/Trial/Demonstration/Guard Duties/Movement/Other (Specify)* 13.2 Range/Exercise/Barracks/Transit/Depot/Other (Specify)* 14. Drill: Load/Unload/Ready/Make Safe/Stoppage/Misfire/Other (Specify)* 15. Conditions: 15.1 Weather: Wet/Dry/Rain/Snow/Hail/Ice/Other (Specify)* 15.2 Light: Day (Bright)/Day (Overcast)/Night (No light)/Night (Moonlight)/Dusk/ Dawn/Artificial/Other (Specify)* Reporting Unit Remarks 16.

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17. Rank. 18. Name (Blocks). 19. Date. 20. Signature. 21. Unit Stamp.

Investigating ATO or AT Remarks

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Investigating ATO or AT Details 23. No. 24. Rank. 25. Name (Blocks).

26. Date. 27. Signature.

SATO Details 28. Rank. 29. Name (Blocks). 30. Date. 31. Signature. 32. Unit Stamp.

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Chapter 2

QUALIFICATIONS CONTENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION 2-1

SECTION 2. GENERAL 2-2

SECTION 3. QUALIFYING COURSES AND QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES FOR REGULAR AND RESERVE FORCES (ARMY), SMALL ARMS 2-8

SECTION 4. QUALIFYING COURSES AND QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES, FOR THE CADET FORCES 2-19

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION

Purpose CONTENTS

PURPOSE 2-1 0201. This Chapter explains the qualification process for all forms of live and blank REFERENCING 2-1 firing training with Inf and Cadet WS. RANK AND APPOINTMENTS 2-1 0202. It defines the responsibilities of Commanding Officers when conducting live or blank firing with Inf and Cadet WS.

Referencing

0203. The sections in this chapter refer to centrally run courses at nominated training establishments. Each course is supported by a Course Folder which includes an Assessment Specification (ASpec). Personnel who require details of course content, standards or testing criterion should refer to the Course Folder.

0204. Chapter 1 of this pamphlet is to be read and understood before referencing this chapter.

Ranks and Appointments

0205. Throughout this chapter ranks are referred to by their collective title and not by the title associated to a particular Arm or cap badge. Therefore, when, for example, the rank is Cpl it also implies, LSgt, Bdr or LCofH.

0206 – 0210. Reserved.

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SECTION 2. — GENERAL CONTENTS

DEFINITIONS 2-2 Definitions QUALIFICATION 2-2

0211. The following definitions should be SMALL ARMS SCHOOL CORPS understood before reading this chapter: INSTRUCTORS 2-6 a. Plan (Planning). This is the CADET FORCE RANGE QUALIFICATION 2-6 detailed organisation of a live or blank firing exercise or practice which must include:

(1) Reconnaissance of the area to be used.

(2) Safe siting of targets, live enemy, weapons and fire positions.

(3) Written instructions.

b. Conduct (Conducting). This describes the running of a live or blank firing exercise or practice within the approved plan. The SRCO/RCO/ECO may or may not have planned the exercise or practice. Live firing on permanent ranges where arcs of fire, target positions, weapon locations and firing positions are fixed by local Range Orders is deemed to be conducting and in this sense does not require for each firing practice to be planned. However, in these circumstances the RCO will still be required to conduct a reconnaissance and to produce a coordinating instruction or RASP as outlined in Section 1 to Chapter 4.

c. Supervise (Safety Supervisor). This is the generic title given to an officer, warrant officer, NCO or CFAV responsible for the safe conduct of a specific group or individual, within the overall plan of an exercise or practice, involving live ammunition.

Qualification

0212. Award of Range Qualification. The Director of Infantry is the awarding body for all Inf and Cadet WS range qualifications. The awarding of such qualifications has been delegated to the officers of the SASC. To be qualified to plan, conduct or supervise live firing an officer, warrant officer, NCO or CFAV must have successfully completed one of the qualifying courses listed in the sections of this chapter. Such courses as may be attended by an individual are to be regulated by an SASC officer who represents the qualifying authority, on behalf of the Director of Infantry. All instruction must be given by SASC personnel or Infantry, Other Arms, Royal Marine, RAF Regt or foreign exchange officers, WOs or NCOs employed alongside SASC instructors. The range qualification categories are to be shown on individual course

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0213. Training Limitations. The limited time and resources on such courses may prevent the inclusion of specific instruction on the conduct of live or blank firing of every Inf or Cadet WS or on every type of range that may be encountered by students in their subsequent service. The instruction given on the course however, forms the basis, which combined with the integrity and responsibility associated with commissioned, warrant and non-commissioned rank, is sufficient that students should be able to, by reference to relevant pamphlets or specifically trained personnel, plan, conduct or supervise live or blank firing of those weapons or ranges covered by that qualification to the required standards of safety. 0214. Minimum Rank Requirement. The tables in the following sections specifically lay down the minimum rank required for planning, conducting and supervising live or blank firing. Regardless of rank whilst attending a course, course qualified individuals are not empowered to exercise the responsibilities accorded by the qualifying courses until they have attained the minimum substantive or acting (not local) rank laid down in these sections thereby ensuring those conducting such training are not only qualified but also equipped with the appropriate level of experience and authority. 0215. Progression on Range Qualifications. As an Officer, Warrant Officer, NCO or CFAV gains in rank and experience, the career courses they are then eligible to attend provide additional range qualifications and an opportunity for existing qualifications to be updated. 0216. The Responsibilities of a Commanding Officer (CO). A CO is to review annually the competence of all range qualified individuals under command, taking into consideration that the success and safety of live or blank firing are directly influ- enced by the ability of the officer, warrant officer, NCO or CFAV in man-management, military experience and administration as well as his competence to conduct live firing. The CO is empowered to cancel any qualification if he considers that an individual’s competence and/or experience do not warrant its retention. 0217. Range Qualifications on Termination of Service. On leaving the Regular, Reserve Forces or Cadet Forces all Inf and Cadet WS Range Qualifications are cancelled. Personnel employed in MSF or Retired Officer appointments cannot hold an Inf or Cadet WS Range Qualification. 0218. Retention of Range Qualifications. Notwithstanding paragraph 0217 above there are certain circumstances where an individual who has previously served in the Regular or Reserve Forces and obtained a range qualification can exercise that range qualification after termination of service. This is providing that no longer than 2 years has elapsed between their termination of service with the Regular or Reserve Forces and their commencement of service with the following organisation only: Cadet Forces — From Regular or Reserve Forces

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0219. The minimum rank requirement to hold a range qualification will apply to the above organisations. It is the responsibility of the CO (or equivalent) to assess the suit- ability of an individual to retain a range qualification. Equally, should an individual take a break in Service but returns within 2 years, his CO may reinstate his range qualification. 0220. Cancellation of Range Qualification. Any cancellation of an individual’s range qualification is to be the subject of a Part 2 Order action by the unit. An individual cannot regain his qualification until he has successfully requalified on the relevant course as listed in this Chapter.

Authorisation 0221. General. Where cadet units have insufficient qualified personnel to match their training needs Cadet Training Teams (CTT) are permitted to authorise unquali- fied personnel to conduct Ancillary Range Duties (ARD) during LFMT as follows: a. Butts IC.

b. Console Operator.

c. Firing Point Safety Supervisor (LFMT ONLY).

0222. Such authorisation is to be the result of a period of training using the Course Folder issued by CTC Frimley. Individuals are to have sufficient instruction and have been formally trained and tested so as to ensure that they are able to undertake their duties completely and in strict accordance with the appropriate regulations given in this pamphlet. 0223. Ancillary Range Duties. During the training of Ancillary Range Duties, for LFMT, there is a requirement for a qualified CTT instructor to monitor the students. The following rules are to apply during this training: a. The qualified CTT instructor may only monitor one student at a time.

b. The student is to properly instructed in the procedures and responsibilities of Ancillary Range Duties before being tested.

c. When the student assumes the responsibilities of ARD, the qualified CTT instructor is to remain in position which allows him to intervene should safety be compromised.

d. Where CTT’s conduct LFMT authorisation training for ARD, LFMT is to be planned and conducted for the sole purpose of testing the students in the application of their responsibilities and duties. Testing is NOT to be carried out during LFMT that has been planned for any other purpose.

0224. Conditions. Individuals cannot be authorised to plan and conduct any live

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b. CO’s may not authorise individuals to supervise any form of live firing that they could not have been course qualified to supervise due to insufficient rank (see Qualification Categories in Section 4 of this chapter).

c. A CFAV who is not course qualified maybe authorised by his CO through a CTT to conduct Ancillary Range Duties.

d. The CO will be required to show on the Range Authorisation Certificate (see fig 2-1 – Range Authorisation Certificate) exactly what the individual is authorised to do:

(1) Act as IC Butts.

(2) Act as IC Console. (3) Act as Firing Point Safety Supervisor (LFMT ONLY). 0225. Procedures. The procedures for authorisation are as follows: a. The OC CTT is to ensure that the ARD course is conducted as laid down in the Course Folder provided by CTC Frimley. All candidates are to be made fully conversant with the relevant chapters and sections of this pamphlet relating to the role and responsibilities of the ARD authorisation.

b. A training programme is to be produced using the Course Folder from CTC Frimley. This programme and the TO’s are to be archived in order to maintain an audit trail. Provisions must be made for the practical aspects of the individual tasks to be taught and performance to be assessed. All instruction must be given by qualified CTT personnel. For example; training of a CFAV to conduct ARD will be best achieved by placing them ‘under instruction’ in their role during LFMT under supervision of a range qualified CTT instructor. However, trainee ARD’s are NOT to be employed in those specific appointments until the authorisation process is complete.

c. Once the OC CTT is satisfied that the training specified above has been achieved, he will ensure that the CO personally signs the Range Authorisation Certificate. The certificate (see Fig 2-1) is to be held with the individual CFAV’s personal documents. The details of the successful completion of the ARD course and the CO’s authorisation are to be notified in the cadet unit’s orders. Cadet units are to maintain a register of ARD authorised personnel to show dates awarded and extent of the authorisation.

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d. On assumption of command a CO is to review all authorisations to confirm that they are current and that they are still necessary. The Range Authorisation Certificate is to be re-signed by the incoming CO.

e. The CO is to review all authorisations annually.

f. The CO may cancel an authorisation if he considers that the individual has not been able to maintain a satisfactory standard of competence.

g. Recognising that the most common form of authorisation is for ARD during LFMT CTC Frimley has endorsed a Course Folder covering the necessary training required to authorise personnel to act as ARD range staff. The Course Folder is available through CTC Frimley.

Small Arms School Corps Instructors

0226. If a member of the SASC receives instruction at the Support Weapons School Warminster, Infantry Battle School, AFV Gunnery School Lulworth, SASC TAG (UK), SASC TAG (Germany) or HQ SASC and meets the required standard, he will be awarded the appropriate range qualifications by the relevant Commander/Chief Instructor. A certificate, signed by the respective Commander, is to be retained with the individual’s documents and the relevant information promulgated in Part 2 Orders.

0227. Range qualifications may also be awarded at the discretion of Commanders of Support Weapons School Warminster, Inf Battle Sch or AFV Gunnery School Lulworth to Infantry, Other Arms, Royal Marine, RAF Regt or foreign exchange officers, WOs or NCOs employed alongside, or in place of SASC instructors.

0228. Cadet Force Range Qualification. The Director of Infantry is the awarding body for all cadet range conduct qualification courses. The qualifying courses for all Cadet Forces are listed at Section 4 to this chapter.

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RANGE AUTHORISATION CERTIFICATE

1. I certify that No ……………………………………… Rank ………………………

Name …………………………………………………….. Unit ………………………..

Has been trained in accordance with Infantry Training Volume IV, Pamphlet No 21-C, Regulations for Cadets Training with Cadet and Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics and the ARD Course Training Folder.

2. This training was conducted by a qualified instructor from ……………... Cadet Training Team

Number …………………….. Rank ………….. Name …………………………..…

Range Qualification held ……………………………………

3. I consider the CFAV named at serial 1 competent and I authorise him/her to conduct the following ARD duties:

a. Act as IC Butts*.

b. Act as IC Console*.

c. Act as Firing Point Safety Supervisor (LFMT ONLY)*.

* Delete if not applicable.

Date ……………………….. Signed ………………………………….. Rank ……………………………………. Name …………………………………… Appointment …………………………… (To be signed personally by the Commanding Officer) Note:

A. The above information is to be recorded on WESTMINSTER/BADER and in the CFAV personal file and is ONLY valid for one year.

B. Authorisation should be considered as the exception rather than the rule and every effort should be made to send the CFAV on a qualifying course as soon as possible.

C. The certificate can be signed by an officer who has been delegated the pow- ers of Commanding Officer, however, in such cases the Commanding Officer is to review the Authorisation Certificate on resuming command.

Fig 2-1. — Range Authorisation Certificate

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0229. – 0235. Reserved. SECTION 3. — QUALIFYING COURSES AND QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES FOR REGULAR AND RESERVE FORCES (ARMY), SMALL ARMS CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 2-8

Introduction AUTHORITIES 2-8

0236. The tables in this section show the QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES 2-9 range qualification categories that can be obtained on current and past qualifying courses.

Authorities

0237. Listed below are the only qualifying authorities and/or locations in respect of the current courses set out in the tables shown in this section:

a. Regular Forces.

Serial 1a. Infantry Battle School 1b. Infantry Battle School 1c. Infantry Battle School HQ SASC SASC Training Advisory Groups

Serial 2. HQ SASC SASC Training Advisory Groups SO3 Ranges HQ BF Cyprus

Serial 3. Infantry Battle School

Serial 4. SASC Training Advisory Groups HQ SASC Serial 5. Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS)

Serial 6. HQ SASC SASC Training Advisory Groups Distributed Training Cell

b. Reserve Forces.

Serial 7. SASC Training Advisory Groups

Serial 8 HQ SASC SASC (V)

Serial 9. Infantry Battle School

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HQ SASC 0238. A SASC Officer and Warrant Officer is held on the unit establishment to enable Inf WS Range Qualifications to be awarded on behalf of the Director of Infantry.

Qualification Categories

0239. Any officer, warrant officer NCO or CFAV who successfully completes a small arms course will be awarded the range qualification categories appropriate to that course.

0240. Qualification to plan, conduct or supervise live or blank firing on small arms ranges may be gained in the categories referred to in the tables in later paragraphs.

0241. Course reports include a section on range qualification using the key below. Such course reports take precedence over this section as the authoritative document for an individual’s range qualification. Exceptions may be annotated in the report where critical TOs have not been achieved or covered due to performance or non availability of resources.

0242. The qualification categories are as follows:

a. SA (A) (90). Plan, conduct and supervise all live or blank firing with Infantry Weapon Systems including:

(1) Battle Inoculation.

(2) Vehicle mounted small arms, pintle mounted and shoulder controlled (see Note).

(3) The destruction of blinds and misfires.

(4) Single and multiple firing of M18A1 Claymore.

b. SA (B) (90). Plan, conduct and supervise LFMT and TLFTT on NDA, LDA and FDA purpose built ranges, including the following:

(1) Air Rifle Range.

(2) Indoor Range.

(3) Training Theatre.

(4) Tube Range.

(5) Mobile Portable Range.

(6) 25 Metre Range.

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(7) Barrack Range.

(8) German A, B, C and D Type Ranges.

(9) Gallery Range (GR)/Converted Gallery Range (CGR), including console and butts.

(10) Electric Target Range (ETR), including console.

(11) Mechanised Moving Target Trainer Range (MMTTR), including butts.

(12) Purpose built ranges where static firing of Pintle Mounted Machine Guns is permitted.

(13) DCCT Range.

c. SA (C) (90). Conduct and supervise TLFTT and LFTT exercises on Field Firing Ranges including Individual Battle Shooting Range (IBSR) including:

(1) Battle Inoculation.

(2) Vehicle mounted small arms, pintle mounted and shoulder controlled (see Note).

(3) The destruction of blinds and misfires.

(4) Single and multiple firing of M18A1 Claymore.

(5) Plan, conduct and act as an Exercise Assistant during exercises involving blank ammunition and pyrotechnics.

d. SA (D) (90). Conduct and supervise live firing/throwing on:

(1) Light Anti-Tank Weapon Ranges.

(2) Light Mortar Ranges.

(3) Standard Grenade Range.

(4) Projected grenades, non tactical.

(5) The destruction of blinds and misfires.

(6) Plan, conduct and act as an Exercise Assistant during exercises involving blank ammunition and pyrotechnics.

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(1) Supervision of overhead fire and flanking fire for Battle Inoculation.

(2) Supervision of vehicle mounted small arms including pintle mounts and shoulder controlled weapons (see Note). f. SA (F) (90). Act as a Safety Supervisor during the firing/throwing of the following weapons on purpose built ranges but only if SA (E) (90) is held, during LFTT:

(1) Light Anti-Tank Weapons.

(2) Grenades.

(3) Light Mortars.

(4) Projected Grenades. g. SA (G) (90). Act as a Safety Supervisor during the firing of Light Anti-Tank Weapons on a purpose built Anti-Tank Range but only if SA (E) (90) is held, during LFTT. h. SA (H) (90). Act as a Safety Supervisor during Grenade throwing on a purpose built Grenade Range but only if SA (E) (90) is held, during LFTT. i. SA (I) (90). Act as a Safety Supervisor during the firing of a Light Mortar on a purpose built range or specially designated area but only if SA (E) (90) is held, during LFTT. j. SA (J) (90). Act as a Safety Supervisor during the firing of Pro- jected Grenades on a purpose built range or specially designated area but only if SA (E) (90) is held, during LFTT. k. SA (K) (90). To act as a Firing Point Supervisor, IC Butts and IC Console during LFMT. l. SA (L) (90). Act as a Safety Supervisor during the (single firing only) of M18A1 Claymore on a specially designated area, but only if SA (E) (90) is held during LFTT.

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m. SA (M) (07). Plan, conduct and act as an Exercise Assistant during exercises involving blank firing with Infantry Weapon Systems and pyrotechnics.

Note: Weapons mounted in cupolas or turrets, and fired from under armour require dedicated Safety Staff to be qualified/authorised in accordance with Section 11 of Pamphlet No.21. 0243. Current Courses. All qualifying categories are prefixed with the letters SA, e.g., SA (A) (90). Definitions of categories are in paragraph 0236. a. Regular Forces. Qualification Qualification Ser Rank Remarks Course Categories (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 1a Live Firing Tactical A, C, D 1. Cpls who attend and complete the Training Platoon PSBC and are awarded the qualification Commanders A, C or D are NOT empowered to plan 1b Battle Course (PCBC) or conduct ranges in that category or Offrs disposal of blinds or misfires or super- Live Firing Tactical WOs A, C, D vise multiple firing of the M18A1 Training Platoon SSgts Claymore until they have attained the Sergeants Battle Sgts rank of acting or substantive Sgt (not Course (PSBC) Cpls LSgt). 1c 2. With effect from April 1988 PCBC and PSBC students of the rank of Sgt and All Arms Live Firing A, C, D above are also qualified in the prepara- Tactical Training (All tion of explosive charges for the purpose Arms) of: a. Explosive trench digging. b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets. 2 Range Management Offrs B LCpls who are awarded qualifications B Qualification (RMQ) WOs are empowered to plan and conduct live SSgts firing on NDA ranges only until they Sgts have reached the rank of acting or sub- Cpls stantive Cpl. LCpls are empowered to LCpl act as Safety Supervisor during all forms of LFMT. 3 Section Commanders Cpls B, E, F, L, M 1. LCpls who are awarded qualification Battle Course (SCBC) LCpls B are NOT empowered to conduct (from September German A, B and C Type Ranges, GR, 1988) CGR, ETR, MMTTR, purpose built ranges where static firing of Pintle Machine Guns until they have attained the rank of acting or substantive Cpl. 2. For details of SCBC prior to September 1988 see Past Courses paragraph.

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(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 4 All Arms Safety WOs E, K Supervisors Course LCpls

5 RMAS Commissioning OCdt B, M 1. Officer cadets are not empow- Course ered to Plan and Conduct ranges unless under supervision, until commissioned. 2. The ‘M’ qualification is awared to officer Cadets from Aug 2010. 6 ‘M’ Qualification All M Pte soldiers are not empowered to Course Ranks plan and conduct training until they have attained the rank of acting or substantive LCpl.

b. Reserve Forces.

(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 7 Live Firing Tactical Offrs C, D Training Short WOs SSgts Sgts 8 Range Management Offrs B Students who are awarded this Qualification WOs qualification from 1 Apr 10 are (Reserve Forces) SSgts empowered to act as IC Butts Sgts and IC Console. Cpls 9 Combat Offrs K Students who are awarded this Marksmanship WOs qualification from 1 Apr 10 are Coaching Qualification SSgts empowered to act as IC Butts (CMCQ) (Reserve Sgts and IC Console. Forces) Cpls LCpls 10 All Arms NCO SAA SSgts K Students who are awarded this Instructor (Short) Sgts qualification are not empowered Cpls to act as IC Butts or IC ETR LCpls Console.

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0244. Past Courses.

a. Regular Forces.

Qualification Qualification Serial Rank Remarks Course Categories (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 1 Platoon Weapon (Officers) Offrs A This qualification does NOT Small Arms Wing, Hythe or permit the use of explosives Jungle Warfare School for the purposes of: a. Explosive trench digging. b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets. 2 Battle Shooting Offrs A, C, D Management WOs Warminster SSgts 3 Master Coach Offrs B Warminster WOs SSgts 4 Infantry Range Qualifying Offrs A This qualification does NOT Course WOs permit the use of explosives for the purposes of: a. Explosive trench digging. b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets. 5 Platoon Weapons (NCOs) WOs B, E, F Hythe/SAW/JWS SSgts Junior NCOs Instructors Sgts Warminster Cpls 6 Advanced Skill at Arms Offrs A This qualification does NOT Warminster WOs permit the use of explosives SSgts for the purposes of: Sgts a. Explosive trench digging. Cpls b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets. 7 Other Arms Platoon Offrs B, D, E Weapons (Offrs and WOs) WOs Hythe 8 Other Arms Platoon WOs B, F Weapons (NCOs) SSgts Hythe Sgts Cpls

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(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 9 All Arms Recruit Instructor Sgts B Act as a Safety Supervisor Warminster Cpls on a Grenade Range if shown on course report. 10 Infantry Range Offrs A This qualification does NOT WOs permit the use of explosives SSgts for the purposes of: Sgts a. Explosive trench digging. b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets. 11 Infantry NCOs Skill at Sgts B, E, F Arms Course Cpls 12a Divisional SAA Cpl B

12b Depot Instructor Cpl B, F

12c Section Commander Cpl B, E (Divisional Depot)

12d Divisional SAA (Advanced) Cpl B, E, F 13 Section Commanders Cpls E, F Course conducted during this Battle Course (SCBC) LCpls period awarded the ‘old’ qual- (September 1986 to ification categories of B and August 1988) C. Consequently students qualified on these courses are qualified to: a. Conduct live firing on a 25 m range. b. Conduct live firing on Indoor Range, Training Theatre, Tube Range and Mobile Portable Range. 14 Other Arms Skill at Arms Offrs B, D In addition students who Instructor WOs attended this course prior to (Offrs/WOs/SNCOs) SSgts January 1989 are qualified to (prior to April 1991) Sgts conduct live firing on an IBSR but are restricted to one firer in each lane. 15 Other Arms Skill at Arms WOs B, F Students who are awarded Instructor (NCOs) SSgts SA (F) are not empowered to (prior to April 1991) Sgts supervise Platoon and Cpls Section Light Mortar Ranges. 16 Standard Military Course/ Offr B Officer cadets/student Standard Graduate Course Cadet officers are not empowered RMAS Student to conduct ranges unless Offr under supervision until commissioned.

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(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 17 GPMG(SF) Section Cpls B, E, F With effect from May 1994. Commanders Course LCpls (SCSF) 18 Platoon Sergeants SSgts A, C, D 1. Cpls who attend and complete Battle Course (PSBC) Sgts the PSBC and are awarded the SAA Phase Cpls qualification A, C or D are NOT empowered to plan or conduct ranges in that category or disposal of blinds or misfires until they have attained the rank of acting or substantive Sgt (not LSgt). 2. With effect from April 1988 PCBC and PSBC students of the rank of Sgt and above are also qualified in the preparation of explosive charges for the purpose of: a. Explosive trench digging. b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets. 19 Field Firing Qualification Offrs A, C, D 1. Cpls who attend and complete (FFQ) Course WOs the PSBC and are awarded the SSgts qualification A, C or D are NOT Sgts empowered to plan or conduct ranges in that category or disposal of blinds or misfires until they have attained the rank of acting or substantive Sgt (not LSgt). 2. With effect from April 1988 PCBC and PSBC students of the rank of Sgt and above are also qualified in the preparation of explosive charges for the purpose of: a. Explosive trench digging. b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets.

20 Other Arms Unit Training Offrs A, C, D 1. For details of OA SAA Officers/WOs (OAUTO) WOs (Offrs/WOs/SNCOs) courses prior (Post April 1991) SSgts to Apr 91 see Serial 14. Sgts 2. Students are also qualified in the preparation of explosive charges for the purpose of: a. Explosive trench digging. b. Setting up and operating target retaliatory devices on Inf SA radio controlled targets.

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(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 21 Other Arms (NCOs) Skill at WOs B, E, G, M LCpls who are awarded the B Arms Instructor (OASAA) SSgts qualification are NOT empowered (Post April 1991) Sgts to conduct live firing practices until Cpls they have attained the rank of act- LCpls ing or substantive Cpl; however, they are empowered to act as a Safety Supervisor within this qualification. b. Reserve Forces. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 22 All Arms (NCOs) Skill at WOs B, E, H, M LCpls who are awarded the B Arms Instructor (AAN- SSgts qualification are NOT empow- COSAA) Sgts ered to conduct live firing prac- Cpls tices until they have attained the LCpls rank of acting or substantive Cpl; however, they are empowered to act as a Safety Super- visor within this qualification. 23 Senior Skill at Arms Offrs B 1. Those who attended as Offrs Warminster WOs and WOs are qualified to conduct SSgts live throwing on a purpose built Sgts Grenade Range only. Cpls 2. Act as Safety Supervisors on Grenade Range. 3. Destroy blinds and misfires. 24 Master Coach Offrs B Warminster WOs SSgts 25 Infantry Range (TA) Offrs C, D WOs SSgts Sgts 26 UDR Field Firing Offrs C Students qualified on these Qualification WOs courses may NOT destroy blinds SSgts of the following natures: Sgts a. Anti-Tank ammunition. b. HE grenades. 27 NCO Skill at Arms Sgts B 1. LCpls who are awarded quali- Instructor Cpls fication B are NOT empowered (Reserve Forces) LCpls to conduct German A, B and C Type Ranges, Gallery Range ETR and MTT Ranges until they have attained the rank of acting of substantive Cpl. 2. LCpls are qualified to command butts and consoles, except during the APWT.

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(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 28 Field Firing Qualification Offrs C, D (FFQ) (Reserve Forces) WOs SSgts Sgts 29 Live Firing Tactical Training SSgts A (NI), 1. Cpls who attend and complete the Platoon Sergeants’s Battle Sgts C (NI), PSBC (NI) and are awarded the quali- Course (PSBC) (Northern Cpls D (NI) fication A (NI) are NOT empowered to Ireland) (NI) Phase 2. plan or conduct ranges in that category until they have attained the rank of 29a Live Firing Tactical Training Offrs A (NI), acting or substantive Sgt (not LSgt). Qualification (LFFTQ) (NI) WOs C (NI), SSgts D (NI) 2. Students who attend PSBC (NI) or Sgts (LFTT (NI) and acquire the qualification SA (A) 90 (NI) are NOT qualified in the destruction of blinds or misfires. 30 Section Commanders Cpls B, E, H LCpls who are awarded qualification B Battle Course (NI) LCpls are NOT empowered to conduct SCBC (NI) German A, B and C Type Ranges, Gallery Range, ETR and MMTTR Ranges until they have attained the rank of acting or substantive Cpl.

30 Range Management Offrs B Qualification (RMQ) WOs Course SSgts Sgts Cpls 31 Range Management Offrs B Qualification (RMQ) WOs Course SSgts (Home Service Part Time Sgts and Reserve Forces) Cpls 32 Platoon Sergeants Battle SSgts C 1. Cpls who attend and complete the Course (NI) PSBC (NI) Sgts PSBC (NI) and are awarded the quali- Phase 1 Cpls fication C are NOT empowered to plan or conduct ranges in that category or disposal of blinds or misfires until they have attained the rank of acting or substantive Sgt (not LSgt).

2. Students who attend and pass PSBC (NI) are empowered to conduct and supervise live firing on projected grenade ranges.

c. The Royal Irish Regiment (Home Service). 0245 – 0243. Reserved.

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SECTION 4. — QUALIFYING COURSES AND QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES FOR THE CADET FORCES

Introduction CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 2-19 0244. The tables in this section show the small arms range qualification categories AUTHORITIES 2-19 that can be obtained on current Cadet QUALIFICATION CATEGORIES 2-19 Range Courses.

Authorities 0245. The only qualifying authorities in respect of current courses set out in the table are as follows: a. Cadet Training Team or Brigade Regional Training Teams (RTT) (see Note)

b. Air Cadet Small Arms Training Team (see Note)

c. HQ SASC Warminster Wiltshire BA12 0DJ

d. Cadet Training Centre Frimley, Frimley, Surrey GU16 7HD

Note: Courses are supported by a SASC Officer as the SME. 0246. Qualification Categories: a. Range Management Plan and conduct cadet LFMT with Qualification (Short Ranges) cadet small bore and full bore weapons SA (SR) (07) Cadet. on NDA purpose built ranges. Supervise LFMT on NDA, LDA and FDA purpose built ranges.

b. Range Management Plan, conduct and supervise cadet LFMT Qualification (Long Ranges) with cadet small bore and full bore weapons SA (LR) (07) Cadet. on LDA and FDA purpose built ranges. This qualification will include Gallery Range, Converted Gallery Range and ETR.

c. Dismounted Close Use DCCT facilities. Combat Trainer (DCCT) Basic Operator.

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d. Automatic Marking Use AMS. System (AMS) User

e. Ancillary Range Duties Control butts, supervise console and act as (ARD). a Safety Supervisor. CFAVs with only an ARD qualification may not conduct ranges.

f. SA (M) (07) Cadets Plan, conduct and act as an Exercise Assistant for blank firing with Infantry and cadet weapon systems and pyrotechnics.

g. Exercise Assistant. Act as an Exercise Assistant during training with blank ammunition and pyrotechnics.

h. Cadet Force Skill at Arms Teach Skill at Arms and conduct Weapon Instructor Handling Tests.

0247. Current Courses. Current qualifying courses for the Combined Cadet Force, Sea Cadet Corps, Army Cadet Force and Air Training Corps are:

Qualification Qualification Serial Rank Remarks Course Categories (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 1 SA (SR) (07) ACF: Offrs and AI’s. SA (SR) (07) Cadet CCF (RN): Offrs. Cadet CCF (RAF): Offrs. CCF (Army): Offrs, SSIs. SCC: Offrs, CPOs, POs. Civilian Instructors. RMR: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. ATC: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. Civilian Instructors, Regular/Reserve Service Helpers. Instructor Cadet WO 2 SA (LR) (07) ACF: Offrs and AI’s. SA (LR) (07) Students must Cadet CCF (RN): Offrs. Cadet have completed CCF (RAF): Offrs. SA (SR) (07)Cadet. CCF (Army): Offrs, SSIs. SCC: Offrs, CPOs, POs. Civilian Instructors. RMR: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. ATC: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. Civilian Instructors, Regular/Reserve Service Helpers.

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Qualification Qualification Serial Rank Remarks Course Categories (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 3 DCCT Basic All CFAV DCCT Basic Students must Operator Operator have completed SA (SR) (07) Cadet. 4 AMS User All CFAV AMS User Students must have completed SA (SR) (07) Cadet. 5 Ancillary ACF: Offrs and AI’s. ARD Range Duties CCF (RN): Offrs. CCF (RAF): Offrs. CCF (Army): Offrs, SSIs. SCC: Offrs, CPOs, POs. Civilian Instructors. RMR: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. ATC: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. 6 KGVI Course ACF: Offrs and AI’s. SA (M) (07) Students must SA (M) (07) CCF (RN): Offrs. Cadet have completed Cadet (ACF & CCF (RAF): Offrs. AIs, CCF Basic. CCF) CCF (Army): Offrs, SSIs. 7 SA (M) (07) SCC: Offrs, CPOs, POs. SA (M) (07) Cadet (SCC, RMR: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. Cadet RMR & ATC) ATC: Offrs, WOs, SNCOs. 8 Initial Training ACF: Offrs and AIs. Exercise Course Assistant

0248. Past courses for the Army Cadet Force, Combined Cadet Force, Sea Cadet Corps and Air Training Corps are:

a. Cadet Range Conduct Plan, conduct and supervise cadet LFMT Qualification – Small Bore with cadet small bore weapons on NDA (CRCQ – SB). purpose built ranges.

b. Cadet Range Conduct Plan, conduct and supervise cadet LFMT Qualification – Full Bore with cadet full bore weapons on NDA, LDA (CRCQ – FB). and FDA purpose built ranges, less MMTTR.

c. Range Management Plan, conduct and supervise cadet LFMT Qualification (Short Ranges) with cadet small bore and full bore weapons (RMQ(SR)). on NDA purpose built ranges.

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d. Range Management Plan, conduct and supervise cadet LFMT Qualification (Long Ranges) with cadet small bore and full bore (RMQ(LR)). weapons on LDA and FDA purpose built ranges. This qualification will include (G) Gallery, (E) Gallery and ETR.

e. Air Rifle Instructor (ARI). Conduct Air Rifle Ranges only. Act as Small Arms Coach and Safety Supervisor during cadet LFMT with air rifles and conduct WHTs.

f. Range Management Train and assess RCOs. Instructor (RMI).

g. Skill at Arms Instructor Plan and conduct exercises using blank (Air Cadets) (SAA Inst (AC)). ammunition and pyrotechnics.

h. Blank Firing Safety Supervisor Conduct and supervise training with blank (BFSS). ammunition and pyrotechnics.

i. Exercise Assistant Act as an Exercise Assistant during training with blank ammunition and pyrotechnics.

j. qcWHT Conduct WHT.

k. Weapon Instructor Plan and conduct weapon training (Air Cadet Organisation). periods and conduct WHTs.

l. Exercising Conducting Officer Plan, conduct and supervise training (ECO). with blank ammunition and pyrotechnics.

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Chapter 3

TRAINING WITH BLANK AMMUNITION AND PYROTECHNICS

CONTENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION 3-1

SECTION 2. BLANK AMMUNITION 3-5

SECTION 3. PYROTECHNICS 3-8

ANNEX A: AN EXAMPLE OF AN EXERCISE ACTION AND SAFETY PLAN (EASP) 3A-1

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION

Purpose CONTENTS

0301. This chapter contains essential PURPOSE 3-1 information for training using blank REFERENCING 3-1 ammunition and pyrotechnics. It also explains the requirement for written QUALIFICATIONS 3-2 instructions to support such training, EXERCISE ASSISTANTS 3-2 complete with a suggested example. It gives guidance on medical requirements and EXERCISE CADETS AND CFAV 3-3 details the need for hearing and, where EXERCISE WRITTEN INSTRUCTION 3-3 applicable, eye protection. MEDICAL SUPPORT 3-3 0302. All common pyrotechnics issued for training are covered in this chapter with HEARING PROTECTION 3-3 specific safety information for each nature. DRY TRAINING AREAS 3-3

Referencing PERFORMANCE FAILURES 3-4

0303. Chapters 1 and 2 of this pamphlet are to be read and understood before referencing this chapter.

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0304. Further details for the use of blank ammunition and pyrotechnics are contained in the relevant GSP. Prior to their use on ranges and training areas, local orders must be consulted to ascertain any restrictions.

Qualifications 0305. To ensure the safety of cadets or CFAVs taking part and the general public, the planning and conducting of firing may only be conducted by qualified officers, WOs, NCOs or CFAVs (see Chapter 2). The risk is reduced to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP), thus achieving an acceptable level of safety by means of: a. Properly defined and applied danger area limits. b. Proper control by the ECO and the Exercise Assistants. c. Integrity on the part of the exercising cadets or CFAVs, who are competent in the safe handling and firing of their weapons (see Chapter 1). They are to be sufficiently well trained to undertake the demands and complexities of the exercise. 0306. Exercise Conducting Officer. The Exercise Conducting Officer (ECO) is the officer/warrant officer, NCO or CFAV appointed by the Senior Planning Officer to be responsible for the safe conduct of the firing as specified by the Senior Planning Officers plan in accordance with the relevant Service instructions. The ECO is to be competent with the weapon system being used, qualified and of appropriate rank and experience to match the complexity of the exercise being conducted; the ECO may also be the Planning Officer. The ECO is to ensure the regulations laid down in GSPs for the use of blank ammunition and pyrotechnics are complied with. He may be assisted by a number of Exercise Assistants. He is also to ensure that if Pyrotechnics are require to be destroyed in situ, they are only destroyed by the ATO, he is to be fully aware of the correct procedures for contacting the ATO.

Exercise Assistants 0307. There is no laid down ratio of Exercise Assistants to exercising cadets or CFAVs when using blank ammunition or pyrotechnics in dry training, however, there should be sufficient to ensure that at no stage could the safety regulations applicable to the exercise be infringed. This assessment is to be made by the Planning Officer or ECO for the exercise and should take into account the standard of the exercising cadets set against the type of training being conducted. The ratio of Exercise Assistants to Exercise Cadets or CFAVs is to be recorded in the EASP.

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Exercise Cadets and CFAV 0308. Prior to any form of training with blank ammunition or pyrotechnics exercising cadets or CFAVs are to receive appropriate training and be formally tested in their use. This training and testing is to be conducted by a qualified SAA instructor and should include the various safety regulations for the blank ammunition and pyrotechnics being used. Cadets are strictly forbidden to be issued or use any form of pyrotechnics.

Exercise Written Instruction 0309. A written instruction is to be produced for any activity involving the use of blank ammunition or pyrotechnics. The written instruction must include the Exercise Action and Safety Plan (EASP) which must contain relevant safety requirements for the use of blank ammunition and pyrotechnics and be distributed to the exercising staff as necessary. The written instruction is to be produced by the ECO for the exercise. A suggested example of the possible headings to be included in the EASP is at Annex A to this chapter.

Medical Support

0310. The Planning Officer/ECO is responsible for ensuring the level of medical cover is appropriate to the scale of the exercise (see Section 4 of Chapter 1) and must refer the matter to the Senior Planning Officer if this level cannot be achieved.

Hearing Protection

0311. The noise of discharge from service weapons can cause considerable damage to unprotected ears. Whenever cadets or CFAVs are firing blank ammunition from Inf/Cadet WS and/or using pyrotechnics, the wearing of issued, serviceable hearing protection is compulsory. This applies to all military and civilian personnel. Checking for hearing protection is the responsibility of the ECO and his exercise staff, however, this does not absolve firers of their personal responsibility to safeguard their own hearing.

Dry Training Areas

0312. Certain training areas designated for dry training may also permit the use of specific live natures, eg blank ammunition, pyrotechnics. This will only be permitted when the whole of the ammunition danger area, including that of the demolition stores used to destroy blinds and misfires, can be contained within the boundary of the training area. The extent to which this is permitted and any special safety precautions, will be covered in the standing orders for the use of each training area concerned.

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Performance Failures

0313. Blank ammunition or pyrotechnics that fail to perform as designed must be reported in accordance with Section 6 of Chapter 1.

0314 – 0318. Reserved.

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SECTION 2. — BLANK AMMUNITION

Safety Precautions CONTENTS

0319. Prior to Use. Whenever blank SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3-5 ammunition is used there is always a danger, however remote, that live ammunition could SAFETY RULES 3-6 be introduced. Prior to the use of blank ammunition the ECO is responsible for ensuring that the measures listed below are formally carried out and in the sequence given:

a. If ammunition is issued in any form other than in factory sealed containers the ECO is to ensure that a thorough physical check is carried out to ascertain that only blank ammunition is contained within. This includes the need to thoroughly check ammunition issued in reconditioned, re-sealed containers. (Confirmation that containers are factory sealed and not reconditioned and re- sealed by an ammunition inspectorate or locally by ammunition compound staff must be sought from issuing personnel.) b. As part of NSPs a thorough physical check of weapon chambers, magazines, ammunition pouches, pockets and other personal clothing and equipment is to be conducted. c. A declaration is taken from all cadets and CFAVs stating that they do not have any live ammunition in their possession. d. A reminder is given to all cadets and CFAVs that they are responsible for ensuring that every round they fill into a magazine, clip or belt, is blank. e. The AFB 159B is to be signed by the ECO (a copy is at Section 4 to Chapter 4). f. CFAV and cadets are to be reminded if any ammunition or pyrotechnics are found after they have given the declaration, they are to hand it in to a member of staff. Note: This procedure is to be followed regardless of whether live ammunition has been used previously or not. Also, if blank ammunition is issued in unsealed containers the ECO is to ensure that a check is carried out to ascertain that only blank ammunition is contained within. 0320. After Use. a. If an exercise involves a number of activities, at the conclusion of each activity, during which blank ammunition has been issued, weapons and equipment are to be inspected and a declaration taken. b. In accordance with Regulations cadets and CFAVs are to be reminded that it is an offence to leave the exercise area with live or blank ammunition, empty cases, pyrotechnics or parts of pyrotechnics (as applicable). A declaration to that effect is to be given to the ECO by all exercising cadets and staff.

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c. After all firing has finished and before leaving the exercise area, the ECO is to ensure that all empty and reconditioned ammunition containers and salvage are collected. All blank rounds and any live rounds that may have been picked up on the training area and empty cases are segregated for return to store. The following are then inspected by the ECO (or those range staff nominated) before the final declaration is taken: (1) All magazines and ammunition containers. (2) All weapons. (3) Cadets and CFAVs personal equipment and clothing. (4) A Certificate Free From Explosives (CFFE) signed by the ECO or a Safety Supervisor is to be placed in each empty container(s). When vehicles have been used to transport ammunition a thorough inspection is to take place. d. Anyone who is detailed to return ammunition to store must be inspected, and a declaration taken after its return. e. The AFB 159A must be signed by the ECO on completion of the above. An example of an AFB 159A and AFB 159B is given in Section 4 of Chapter 4.

Safety Rules 0321. Detailed below is a summary of the main safety rules for the use of blank ammunition. This summary should be read in conjunction with the appropriate GSP: a. When firing blank ammunition the use of a correctly fitted Blank Firing Attachment (BFA) and associated equipment eg blank firing magazine (A2 system as detailed in the relevant GSP, is mandatory. It is the responsibility of the ECO to ensure that BFAs and associated equipment are correctly fitted prior to the commencement of training. This check is to be carried out by those nominated as Exercise Assistants under the direction of the ECO. b. When firing blank ammunition for cadet forces, the following safety areas are to be observed from the muzzle of the weapon: (1) L85A2 Rifle and L86A2 LSW (A2 version only) — 5 metres forward and 2 metre in the vertical and horizontal plane. (2) L98A1 Cadet GP Rifle – 50 metres (no SBFS available). (3) L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle – 5 metres forward and 2 metre in the vertical and horizontal plane . (4) If civilians are present the distance is extended to 30 metres for all weapons. Less the L98A1 Cadet GP Rifle which will extend to 100 metres.

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c. Weapons are generally only to be loaded and unloaded in the prone position. However, when authorised by the ECO or when dictated by the ground/exercise loading and unloading may be carried out from the standing position. d. Cadets may fire blank ammunition from a prepared fire trench, provided they can do so safely with regards to their size. e. Cadets are NEVER to fire their weapons on the move. f. When moving, weapons are to be in the ‘Made Safe’ state (L98A1), unless the weapons being used are fitted with a Safe Blank Firing System (SBFS) and associated equipment e.g. Blank Firing Attachment and Blank Firing magazine (L98A2) when the safety catch is to be applied. g. At night all weapons are to be inspected by the ECO or an Exercise Assistant using “White Light”, to ensure all weapons are clear. 0322. – 0327. Reserved.

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SECTION 3. — PYROTECHNICS CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3-8 Safety Precautions SIMULATOR BATTLE SOUND (SBS) L35A1 3-9

0328. Prior to Use. If pyrotechnics are SMOKE GRENADES 3-10 not being used in conjunction with live or TRIPFLARES 3-10 blank ammunition it is still mandatory to carry out NSPs. THE 1.5 INCH ROCKET FLARE, ROCKET HAND FIRED 3-11 0329. After Use. PISTOL SIGNAL 16 MM MINIFLARE 3-12

a. If an exercise involves a number PYROTECHNICS of activities, at the conclusion of each The ECO is responsible for ensuring activity during which pyrotechnics that the pyrotechnics intended for use have been issued, weapons and during the exercise are permitted on equipment are to be inspected and a declaration taken. the training area allocated

b. In accordance with Regulations cadets and CFAVs are to be reminded that it is an offence to leave the exercise area with live or blank ammunition, empty cases, pyrotechnics or parts of pyrotechnics (as applicable). A declaration to that effect is to be given to the ECO by all exercising cadets and staff.

c. After all firing has finished and before leaving the exercise area, the ECO is to ensure that all empty and reconditioned ammunition containers and salvage are collected. Any live rounds that may have been picked up on the training area are segregated for return to store. The following are then inspected by the ECO (or those range staff nominated) before the final declaration is taken:

(1) All magazines and ammunition containers.

(2) All weapons.

(3) Cadets and CFAVs personal equipment and clothing.

(4) A Certificate Free From Explosives (CFFE) signed by the ECO or a Safety Supervisor is to be placed in each empty container(s). When vehicles have been used to transport ammunition a thorough inspection is to take place.

d. Anyone who is detailed to return ammunition to store must be inspected, and a declaration taken after its return.

e. The AFB 159A must be signed by the ECO on completion of the above. An example of an AFB 159A and AFB 159B is given in Section 4 of Chapter 4.

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Simulator Battle Sound (SBS) L35A1

0330. Simulator Battle Sound (SBS) are explosives used during exercises and demonstrations to simulate the noise of mortar fire, shell fire or Claymores. They are powerful explosives and can cause injury and damage to equipment. It is important, therefore, that CFAVs using them understand and comply with the rules laid down for their use.

a. The simulator is a powerful pyrotechnic capable of inflicting serious injury if used without care. In particular it can cause hearing loss. Cadets taking part in exercises where it is to be used MUST wear issued serviceable hearing protection. Its use in confined spaces, such as rooms or weapon pits, dangerously increases the effect of the explosion and is forbidden.

b. The directions for use are printed on the simulator and are to be strictly obeyed, with the following additions:

(1) Simulators are to be thrown by hand, downwards, on to open ground free from loose stones or debris and are NOT to be projected by any other method.

(2) Whilst carrying the simulator, the removable top is to remain fitted until required for use.

(3) The construction of the simulator is not to be tampered with or modified.

(4) Simulators are NOT to be thrown from, into, or near vehicles, equipment, inflammable stores, barns, haystacks, or in any location where there is a fire risk.

(5) When throwing a series of simulators, the thrower is to count the explosions. All blinds are to be located and destroyed by an ATO.

(6) Simulators are only to be prepared for use when required. They are NOT to be prepared in anticipation of use. Simulators once prepared must be thrown or disposed of by an ATO.

c. When simulators are used in training or at tattoos, displays, demonstrations, etc. the following safety distances are to be observed from the point of burst:

(1) When the general public is present — 100 metres. In cases where a distance of 100 metres is not obtainable, the unit concerned is to apply to the local ATO for authority to use a shorter distance on that occasion.

(2) When the general public is not present — 10 metres.

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d. Any simulator that has got wet but has not been prepared for use by breaking the seal MUST be dried before repackaging into the H83 container.

e. When there is a genuine requirement to use the simulator as a training expedient in some manner not detailed above, the Senior Planning Officer is to apply to the local ATO, who will give the necessary guidance.

Smoke Grenades

0331. General. Smoke producing grenades or generators are not to be used in confined spaces, buildings occupied by cadets and CFAVs or livestock or in barns, haystacks or any location where there is a fire risk. Cadets and CFAVs are not to be exposed to high or persistent concentrations of the smoke. Smoke grenades must be thrown and never placed by hand. If smoke is likely to drift across roads, sentries are to be posted in advance to each side of the screen to warn traffic of the hazard ahead.

0332. Grenade Hand Smoke Screening Training. These grenades are issued primed and cannot be unprimed. There is no phosphorous content but there is an emission of white smoke. They are to be used as a substitute for the L84 grenade during training. No special range or danger area is required. However, blinds are to be destroyed by an ATO.

0333. Grenade Hand Signal Smoke. These grenades are issued primed and cannot be unprimed. There is no phosphorous content but there is an emission of coloured smoke. No special range or danger area is required. However, blinds are to be destroyed by an ATO.

Tripflares

0334. When ignited the tripflare will produce fierce magnesium heat which can cause severe burns. On areas to which the public cannot be denied access, once set up and armed, the tripflare is to be kept under surveillance at all times. Additional safety measures are to be put in place to ensure that civilians cannot approach to within 100 metres of an armed tripflare. Where a warning is given but disregarded the tripflare is to be disarmed.

0335. The setting up and dismantling of the flare is described in Reference G (Pamphlet No. 13, Grenades). The following safety rules are to be adhered to:

a. Before setting up or dismantling the Flare Tripwire Kit L10A1 ensure that the safety pin is in position and that the pivot arm is not under tension.

b. Flares with missing safety pins or loose and missing pivot screws are to be destroyed as a blind by an ATO.

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secured to the clamp. Personnel are to ensure that their head is kept below the level of the flare pot during all setting up and disarming drills.

d. Tripflares are not to be initiated by use of electric detonators or by means of a SHRIKE.

e. At the end of the exercise unused flares are to be disarmed and dismantled. The area is to be cleared of burnt out flares, trip wire and pickets which, if left, pose a danger to the public, livestock and wild animals. Both unused and burnt out flares, tripwire and pickets are to be accounted for as a further check to ensure they have been recovered and do not pose any residual hazard.

f. If the tripflare is to be used in close proximity to any range store or target mechanism consideration must be made to the fire hazard that exists. A minimum distance of 3m is to be applied.

The 1.5 inch Rocket Flare/Rocket Hand Fired L10A1/L11A1/L12A2

0336. The 1.5 inch Rocket Flare/Rocket Hand Fired L10A1/L11A1/L12A2 is an illuminant. The handling drills are contained in Reference G (Pamphlet No. 13, Grenades). The following safety rules are to be adhered to:

a. It is only to be fired on ranges, field firing or training areas where the range/ training area orders allow it. Personnel selected to fire a flare must have received formal training and been formally tested and be current in its use.

b. The ECO should brief the firer on:

(1) The position from which the flare is to be fired.

(2) The direction in which the flare is to be fired. (The flare must be contained within the allocated training area.)

(3) The angle at which the flare is to be fired. (If fired vertically the flare is capable of reaching a height of 1,000 feet. This height could exceed the permitted Air Danger Height (ADH) for the range or training area. When using the rocket flare the published ADH for the range or training area must not be exceeded.)

c. Flares are not to be fired:

(1) At persons.

(2) In any direction which may result in the flare striking or falling on persons.

(3) Under circumstances where a fire hazard exists.

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(4) Where overhead obstruction would cause the flare to be deflected.

d. Once the flare is prepared for firing it is to be kept pointing in a safe direction with the base held away from the body:

(1) Rocket Flare. Once the pin is removed from the bottom plate the flare is to be fired or destroyed as a blind.

(2) Rocket Hand Fired. The flare can be reconstituted once prepared. However, this flare should always be used first if one is required.

e. A misfired or damaged flare is to be destroyed as a blind by an ATO.

f. Under no circumstances are flares to be fired over the heads of cadets or CFAV.

The Pistol Signal 16 mm Miniflare

0337. The miniflare is a straight tubular pistol incorporated in an 8-flare cartridge pack. The flare colour is marked on the cartridge with a night identification symbol on the outside of the pack.

0338. The flare burns for approximately 5 seconds at an approximate height of 90 metres. The handling drills are contained in Reference G (Pamphlet No. 13, Grenades). The following safety rules are to be adhered to:

a. It is to be fired on ranges, field firing or training areas where the range or training area orders permit it.

b. Firing is only to be carried out by personnel who have received instruction and been formally tested, and are current in the correct handling of the pistol.

c. Flares are not to be fired at personnel or in a direction which may result in them falling on persons, vehicles or equipment, or fired under circumstances in which a fire hazard exists.

d. The pistol is not to be carried with a cartridge in position. Cartridges are not to be removed from the pack except by correct insertion of the pistol, an action that is to take place only immediately prior to firing.

e. With a cartridge in position the pistol is to be pointed upwards, in a safe direction and kept away from the body.

f. A cartridge which still fails to fire after the correct misfire drill has been carried out is to be removed from the pistol, placed to one side and returned to store to await disposal action by an ATO or AT.

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Annex A To Chapter 3

THE HEADINGS CONTAINED IN THIS EXERCISE ACTION AND SAFETY PLAN (EASP) ARE AN EXAMPLE AND ONLY TO BE USED AS A GUIDE FOR PLANNING

Your Reference Unit Address

Unit Contact Numbers

See Distribution Date EXERCISE ACTION AND SAFETY PLAN (EASP) — CASEVAC UNDER FIRE List the references to be used in the EASP. For example: A. Inf Trg Vol IV Pam No 21-C, Regulations for Cadets Training with Cadet and Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics - 2008. General 1. Opening paragraph stating the aim of the exercise and outlining who, when and where the activity is to take place.

Aim 2. State the aim of the EASP.

Appointments 3. List the key appointments, for example: Ser Appointment Rank Name Quals Held Remarks 1 Exercise Director

2 Senior Planning Officer 3 Planning Officer Senior Exercise 4 Conducting Officer (SECO)

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Ser Appointment Rank Name Quals Held Remarks Exercise Conducting 5 Officer (ECO) 6 Exercise Assistant 7 Exercise Assistant 8 Ammunition NCO/CFAV 9 Enemy 10 Enemy 11 Medical Risk Assessments 4. Exercise Risk Assessment. State if the Safe System of Training is in place, or if not, include the risk assessment and where appropriate the 2* dispensation to cover the aspect that does not comply. a. Safe System of Training. Should any training incident or accident occur the details contained in Section 6 of Chapter One to Reference A are to be followed. It is the responsibility of the SECO/ECO to ensure that the procedure is understood by all members of the exercise staff and exercising cadets and CFAVs. 5. Medical Risk Assessment. Explain in outline the Medical Risk Assessment: a. Immediate Action (IA) (1) Explain and list the IA procedure. b. Minor Casualty. After the IA, the following plan will be carried out: (1) Explain the procedure for a minor casualty. c. Major Casualty. After the IA, the following plan will be carried out: (1) Explain the procedure for a major casualty. 6. Changes/Amendments to the Exercise Plan. State that any change is to be recorded and signed by the ECO. 2

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Staff Duties 7. ECO. List the responsibilities of the ECO to conduct this exercise. 8. Exercise Staff (Enemy/Role Player). a. Duties. List the responsibilities of the Exercise Staff (Enemy/Role Player) and in accordance with the relevant publications. b. Safety Brief. (1) List the generic safety points for the Exercise Staff.

Lesson Plan (Exercise Staff) 9. List the procedure and safety briefing for the exercising staff: a. Normal Safety Precautions (NSPs). State the procedure for conducting the exercise staff NSPs. b. Declaration. State that a declaration from the exercise staff must be carried out at this point to ensure they have no LIVE ammunition before issuing BLANK ammunition.

c. Hearing Protection. State the importance of checking for serviceable, issued hearing protection and include the mandatory requirement to wear hearing protection.

d. Safety Brief. The following safety points are to be enforced:

(1) List the safety points particular to each member of the exercising staff.

e. Aim. State the aim of the exercise. f. Training Objectives. List the training objectives of the exercise. g. Scoring System. Explain the scoring system and HPS/Pass Mark. 10. Rehearsals/Walkthrough. Explain the Rehearsals/Walk-through procedure. A sketch map is to be included as an Annex. 3

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Lesson Plan (Exercise Cadets) 11. List the procedure and safety briefing for the exercising cadets and CFAVs: a. NSPs. State the procedure for conducting the exercise cadets and CFAVs. b. Declaration. State that a declaration from the exercising troops must be carried out at this point to ensure they have no LIVE ammunition before issuing BLANK and the ECO is to sign an AFB 159B at this stage. c. Hearing Protection. State the importance of checking for serviceable, issued hearing protection and include the mandatory requirement to wear hearing protection. d. Safety Brief. The following safety points are to be enforced: (1) List the safety points for the exercising troops. e. Medical. List the medical procedure for the exercising cadets and CFAVs. f. Layout of Area. Explain the layout of the area. g. Revision. Conduct revision where appropriate. h. Introduction. State the aim, incentive and reason why the exercise is being conducted. i. Training Objectives and Scoring System. List the training objectives, Scoring System and HPS/Mark j. Teaching Phase (Battle Lesson only). The lesson plan is to be included as an Annex to the document. k. Initial Battle Picture. State the initial battle picture to be given for the exercise. l. Final Battle Picture. State the final battle picture to be given for the exercise. m. Conduct of the Exercise. Listed below is a likely sequence of events.

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Ser Timings Position Event Signal Remarks (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) 1 H–15 Battle prep Final battle prep Verbal ECO All weapons area loaded and made ready. 2 H–10 Overwatch Final battle picture Verbal ECO

3 H–9 Overwatch Enemy to load and Radio ECO make ready 4 H–5 Overwatch Sect Comd brief up Verbal Sect sect Comd 5 H–1 Ex area Sect moves off on the axis 6 H Hour Ex area Enemy opens fire Radio ECO

7 H+1 Ex area Sect reacts to EEF

8 H+5 Ex area Sect takes casualty Verbal ECO

9 H+7 Ex area Sect extracts casualty from KA 10 H+10 Ex area Casualty treated in cover 11 H+15 Ex area Sect extract Verbal Sect Comd 12 H+20 Ex area Endex Verbal ECO Stop Stop Stop

13 H+21 Ex area All weapons Verbal ECO cleared 14 H+25 Ex area Enemy cleared Verbal ECO Brief points from enemy n. Action at the End of Each Exercise. List the actions to be conducted at the end of each exercise. o. Action on Completion of the Final Exercise. List the actions to be conducted at the end of the days training. p. Action on Return to Barracks. List the actions to be conducted on returning to barracks.

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(Signature)

Name Rank For Exercise Director Annexes: A. Sketch Map in Detail. B. Sketch Map in General. C. Lesson Plan.

Distribution:

OC All Exercise Assistants

Copy to:

CO (Exercise Director) Training Wing Officer File

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Annex A to Your Reference Dated

SKETCH MAP — EASP (CASEVAC UNDER FIRE) BE AREA N

SG KG

Approx 300 m

Position of SBN L29 Road Wood Track

KG Enemy Killing Group Area for SBN L28 SG Enemy Stop Group Route of Ex troops

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Annex C to Your Reference Dated

LESSON PLAN (Battle Lesson only)

1. The lesson plan for the battle lesson is to be included here.

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Chapter 4 LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING CONTENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION 4-1

SECTION 2. PLANNING OF LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING 4-3

SECTION 3. RANGE DANGER AREAS FOR LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING 4-7

SECTION 4. COMMON SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING 4-11

SECTION 5. CONDUCT OF LIVE FIRING WITH SERVICE WEAPONS BY CIVILIANS 4-23

SECTION 6. AIR RIFLE RANGES 4-27

SECTION 7. THE TRAINING THEATRE AND INDOOR RIMFIRE RANGES 4-31

SECTION 8. MOBILE AND PORTABLE RANGES (RIMFIRE) 4-36

SECTION 9. TUBE AND ENCLOSED RANGES 4-40

SECTION 10. THE 1908 DESIGN BARRACK RANGE 4-44

SECTION 11. THE 25 METRE BARRACK RANGE 4-48

SECTION 12. THE GALLERY RANGE (GR) AND CONVERTED GALLERY RANGE (CGR) 4-52

SECTION 13. THE ELECTRIC TARGET RANGE (ETR) 4-61

ANNEX A: AN EXAMPLE OF A RANGE ACTION AND SAFETY PLAN (RASP) 4A-1

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION

Purpose CONTENTS

0401. This chapter deals exclusively with PURPOSE 4-1 Live Firing Marksmanship Training (LFMT) REFERENCING 4-1 fired on purpose built ranges and in accordance with the practices laid down in AUTHORISED LIVE FIRING PRACTICES 4-2

Service manuals and Cadet Force Manual. STRUCTURE AND LAYOUT 4-2

Referencing

0402. Chapters 1 and 2 of this pamphlet are to be read and understood before referencing this chapter.

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0403. Sections 1 to 3 of this chapter contain information that is relevant to all ranges used for LFMT. It is essential that those conducting or supervising live firing are familiar with these sections before referencing the section dealing with the specific range to be used.

Authorised Live Firing Practices

0404. Only authorised LFMT practices that are contained within Service and Cadet manuals may be fired on these ranges. It is permitted to extract complete practices from different live firing lessons in order to produce a customised shoot to suit specific needs.

0405. Changing of conditions from within practices is NOT permitted. As it is likely to produce a Cone of Fire (C of F) greater than that for which the range was designed. The result of which could be shots escaping from the RDA.

0406. Cadet Force Shooting Teams who are required to practice matches, belonging to other nations, prior to departing overseas, are to gain authority to fire those matches on UK ranges from HQ SASC.

Structure and Layout

0407. Under no circumstances are cadets or CFAV to conduct any form of Live Firing Marksmanship Training at night.

0408. This chapter is structured to follow the progression of LFMT, starting with the No Danger Area (NDA) ranges and moving through to the Electric Target Range (ETR). Each section dealing with a specific range follows a common layout, which includes the following:

a. A table showing the qualifications required by personnel conducting or supervising live firing.

b. A summary of the actions to be completed by the RCO, before and after firing.

c. The restriction or limitations that commonly apply to that particular type of range.

d. Rules that are specific to the conduct of live firing on that particular type of range.

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SECTION 2. — PLANNING OF LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING

Introduction CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4–3 0414. The aim of Live Firing Marksman- ship Training (LFMT) is to achieve the DRESS 4–3 Marksmanship Standards as laid down in the relevant cadet syllabus. The Training MEDICAL COVER 4–3 Objectives (TO) to be achieved are also RECONNAISSANCE 4–3 contained within the relevant cadet syllabus and are clearly defined, simple and RANGE ACTION SAFETY PLAN (RASP) 4–4 achievable. BRIEFINGS 4–5 0415. The planning of LFMT must be meticulous to ensure the activity is conducted safely and in accordance with rules contained in the relevant cadet syllabus and the relevant GSPs and Local Range Standing Orders and Local Range Orders. The rules and guidelines contained in this chapter are to be followed during the planning phase.

Dress

0416. The dress for LFMT is specified in the cadet syllabus and ensures that personnel are able to meet the Marksmanship Standard wearing the appropriate dress and equipment.

Medical Cover

0417. The Planning Officer/RCO is responsible for ensuring the provision of adequate medical cover appropriate to the scale of the live firing activity. If this provision is not available he is to refer the matter to the Senior Planning Officer (see Chapter 1). Unless specified in Range Orders, range users are not to contact the Emergency Services direct. All such tasking is to be actioned by Range Control.

Reconnaissance

0418. General. Reconnaissance is a vital part of the planning process. The RCO is to reconnoitre the range after consulting Range Control, to obtain access and establish the facilities and targets that are available/required. Some points to be considered are listed in the following paragraphs.

0419. Range Orders. Planning must take into account the regulations set out for the particular range. It is therefore essential that a copy of the orders is obtained and read. The Range Orders must be read before planning LFMT and note taken of the following:

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a. The ammunition and weapons that may be used. (As detailed on the MOD Form 904 and copied in Range Orders).

b. Firing times and any restrictions, including the 200 mils rule.

c. Access to the range and vehicle parking.

d. Flags and sentry requirements (including possible need for air sentries when firing 7.62 mm Ball).

e. Communication requirements.

f. Action in the event of an incident or accident.

g. Medical requirements.

h. The signal to stop firing.

i. Availability and types of targets and who sets them up.

Range Action and Safety Plan (RASP)

0420. It is mandatory for a RASP to be produced specific to each activity for all LFMT with Inf and Cadet WS. It is to be produced by the Planning Officer/RCO as a stand- alone document or included as an annex to the Coordinating Instruction. In the event that a Coordinating Instruction is not produced there will be a need to include some of the administrative aspects within the document. The headings which may be included and are not exhaustive in a RASP covering a LFMT activity fired on a purpose built range are given at Annex A to this chapter. The purpose of the RASP is to:

a. Show that the RCO has followed an acknowledged planning process, covering all aspects of safe training and as such it provides a clear audit trail.

b. Give an outline of the RCO’s personal responsibilities on the range, before, during and after firing.

c. Detail the responsibilities of Safety Supervisors and other range staff.

d. Describe the rehearsal procedures if required.

e. Detail the points/subjects that are to be covered during safety briefings to all range staff and participating troops.

f. It is not mandatory for the RASP to be issued to Range Control unless specified in Range Standing Orders.

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Briefings

0421. Comprehensive briefings will reduce the possibility of accidents. Briefings for LFMT on the ranges covered in this chapter should follow the format at Annex A.

0422. The RCO is to hold a briefing prior to the LFMT activity. All range staff involved are to attend.

0423. All Staff. All staff must know the following:

a. The Training Objective(s) of the LFMT activity.

b. The general outline and sequence of events.

c. The signal to stop firing and the action to be taken in an emergency.

d. The actions to be taken on:

(1) The outbreak of fire.

(2) A firer being left behind during run downs.

(3) Observing a dangerous practice.

e. Any safety rules peculiar to the range in use.

f. If persons, animals, vehicles, ships or aircraft are seen to enter, or are about to enter the danger area, firing is to stop, safety catches are to be applied and the RCO informed at once. Any further action is to be controlled by the RCO.

g. The actions on an incident or accident.

0424. Safety Supervisors. Safety Supervisors, who may also act as shooting coaches, must know the following:

a. The handling drills, safety rules and firing characteristics of the weapons to be supervised. Safety Supervisors are to have passed WHTs for those weapons within 6 months in accordance with Chapter 5.

b. The permitted states of readiness of weapons during movement on and forward of the firing point.

c. The details of the practices to be fired and the way in which they are to be controlled.

d. When coaching the Rifle and LSW coaches are not to adopt the same position as the firer if within 2 metres of the weapon. This is due to the possibility of being struck by an empty case.

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0425. Signallers and Telephone Operators. Signallers and telephone operators must know:

a. Frequencies and alternatives, if appropriate.

b. The action to be taken if contact with the butts/console is lost including advising the OIC Butts/Console and RCO at once.

c. Communications to be used in the event of an accident.

0426. OIC Butts/Console. The OIC Butts/Console must know:

a. The signals to raise and lower targets and the duration of exposures.

b. Which firing point and lanes are in use.

c. The safety rules governing entry and departure from the butts/console.

d. The details of the practices to be fired and the way in which they are to be controlled.

0427. Firers. The Senior Planning Officer is to ensure that all cadets and CFAVs participating in the LFMT activity are trained and competent to take part in the activity.

0428. The RCO is to ensure that everyone is thoroughly briefed. A Safety Brief is to include the following:

a. The signal to stop firing.

b. The action to be taken on receipt of the signal to stop firing.

c. A warning that only targets in the firer’s lane are to be engaged and that firing cross lane is not permitted.

d. Safe handling rules applicable to weapons in use.

e. Any limitations on movement.

f. Action on Casualties.

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Introduction CONTENTS

0434. Whenever weapons are fired during INTRODUCTION 4–7 training it must be on an approved purpose DEFINITIONS 4–7 built range, authorised for use on MOD Form PURPOSE BUILT NO DANGER AREA 904 and for which a current safety certificate (NDA) RANGES 4–8 MOD Form 905 has been issued. To ensure the safety of cadets taking part and the PURPOSE BUILT LIMITED DANGER AREA (LDA) RANGES 4–8 general public, the preparation, conduct and supervision of firing may only be carried out PURPOSE BUILT FULL DANGER AREA by qualified officers, WOs, NCOs or CFAVs (FDA) RANGES 4–9 (see Chapter 2). An acceptable level of 200 MILS RULE 4–9 safety is achieved by means of:

a. Properly defined and applied danger area limits.

b. Proper control by the RCO conducting LFMT and the Safety Supervisors.

c. Integrity on the part of the firers, who have been properly trained and tested in the safe handling of their weapons.

d. Design aspects of the range, its construction, maintenance and routine inspections.

Definitions

0435. Range Danger Area. The Range Danger Area (RDA) relevant to all ranges may be defined as follows:

‘Those areas of land or water together with a specified volume of air above, within which danger to life, limb or property may be expected to occur, arising from the initiation of specified ammunition, explosive or ordnance natures.’

0436. Range Danger Area Template. A RDA template for a purpose built range, is a technical drawing which defines the boundary or prescribed risk from firing authorised weapons on a specified Line of Fire (L of F) bearing on a range built to an approved type drawing. The RDA template will only apply to a range built to the specifications laid down in the type drawing. The RDA template is a type drawing and weapon/ammunition specific. The designs are based on the assumption that the standards of range conduct and discipline will be of the highest order.

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Purpose Built No Danger Area (NDA) Ranges

0437. Design. The design of this type of range eliminates the need for a danger area beyond the range structure. It must be appreciated that any deviation from the specified range conduct procedures, or any deterioration in maintenance, may render the range unsafe for use. The bullet catcher, stop butt and retaining wall or walls are constructed to ensure all rounds are contained within the range construction.

0438. The following are included in this group of ranges:

a. Indoor rimfire ranges including training theatres.

b. Standard 25 metre ranges.

c. Tube range.

d. Small arms test range.

e. Mobile range.

f. Underground range.

g. Indoor air rifle range.

Purpose Built Limited Danger Area (LDA) Ranges

0439. Design. This type of range has been designed and built with the specific intention of limiting the danger area of the ammunition approved for use on it. It is essential that the rules and procedures for conduct contained in this section are adhered to.

0440. The range design will incorporate features to limit the danger area by construction, or a combination of construction and angle of elevation. These features are intended to either capture the round or reduce the ricochet distance. They include:

a. The stop butt composition and face profile (slope).

b. The mantlet height and forward face profile (slope).

c. Raised firing points and raised target line, creating a hollow ground effect to reduce the risk of ricochet.

d. Soft cladding on hard surfaces.

0441. Quadrant Elevation (QE). The specific rules for weapons and ranges are contained in the relevant sections of this chapter. It is essential that the QE of the weapons, on the line of sight from the firing point to the target, does not exceed that allowed by the range design and stated in range orders.

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0442. Gallery Range (GR)/Converted Gallery Range (CGR). A detailed description of the range and the danger area is contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). It is known that a 7.62 mm or 5.56 mm round, when fired at an angle of approximately 600 mils, could travel as far as 4000 metres. A GR has an approved Limited Danger Area (LDA) because of the range design and construction. The length of the approved LDA is 1830 metres from the target line. Therefore any deterioration in maintenance may render this range danger area inappropriate.

Purpose Built Full Danger Area (FDA) Ranges

0443. Design. Full details of the danger areas and descriptions of FDA Ranges are contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

0444. The following are included in this group of ranges:

a. Electric Target Range (ETR).

b. Mechanised Moving Target Trainer Range (MMTTR).

0445. The increase in size of the danger area, compared to that of the GR/CGR, is due to the following factors:

a. There is no stop butt or mantlet to capture rounds in free flight.

b. As targets are situated at or near ground level, a higher incident of long ranging ricochets can be expected up to 2900 metres. Even those ricochets which have struck the ground for a second time may travel to 2900 metres.

c. Because the QE on ETRs is restricted to below 150 mils the length of the RDA is reduced from 4000 metres to 2900 metres.

200 Mils Rule

0446. A danger area can be better utilised by the building of ranges adjacent to each other. Concurrent use of ranges adjacent to GR/CGR is governed by the 200 mils rule:

a. The 200 mils rule allows firing to take place simultaneously on adjoining, adjacent ranges at certain distances. This is determined by measuring the angle, by accurate use of a prismatic compass, formed between the nearest flank on the firing point of a GR/CGR to be used, and the nearest flank firer of the other range in use. If this angle is 200 mils or more, firing may proceed at the distances intended.

b. Where application of the procedure outlined in sub-paragraph a. cannot produce an angle of 200 mils consideration could be given to closing certain target lanes on either or both ranges until the 200 mils angle is achieved.

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c. This rule may only be applied, however, where both ranges are properly constructed, the GR/CGR from which the 200 mils angle is being measured has the full 1.8 metres depth of mantlet visible to all firers and has targets properly presented in their approved positions. No firing point may be used which is level with or beyond the target line of the adjacent range.

d. Range Orders must be consulted to determine whether the 200 mils rule can be applied and should detail which firing points it can be applied from and to.

0447. The 200 mils rule cannot be applied from an ETR or MMTTR. Due to the design of these ranges the full SA safety angle of 590 mils for an ETR or 620 for a MMTTR must be applied.

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SECTION 4. — COMMON SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING

Introduction CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4-11

0453. The range danger areas and the USE OF FLAGS 4-11 design characteristics of ranges will largely dictate the safety rules for the weapons WORDS OF COMMAND 4-12 allowed to be used on them. There are, SUSPENSION OF FIRING 4-12 however, certain rules that are common to all SAFETY SUPERVISION 4-13

LFMT. INSPECTIONS 4-13

AMMUNITION 4-14

Use of Flags FALLING PLATES 4-16 0454. General. Red flags are used to HEARING PROTECTION 4-18 indicate danger. The system is as follows:

a. Range Boundary Flags. As specified in range bye-laws, (if enacted) and the Range Orders, flags are located around the range boundary to warn civilian and military personnel when the range danger area is in use. Signs, notices, sentries and manned or locked barriers may also be required at specified points.

b. Range in Use Flags. On each range in use, a red flag is to be raised on a specified high point, ie GR stop butt or 25 metre range wall. The flags remain raised and indicate to all, that those specific ranges are in use. They are lowered at the cessation of firing.

c. Butt Flag. A red butt flag is displayed in the butts to indicate to the RCO and firing detail that it is unsafe to load or continue to fire. The butt flag is to be displayed until all markers are under cover in the gallery. No one is to leave the gallery until the cessation of firing has been notified by the RCO. Markers are then to raise the butt flag. Only then is it safe to move out. ONLY IN AN EMERGENCY is the butt flag to be raised WITHOUT permission from the RCO. The butt flag must only be raised from beneath the cover provided by the markers gallery. Under no circumstances, even if the butt flag has been raised in an emergency, may anyone leave the butts until contact with the RCO has been made. There may be occasions, due to the practices being conducted (eg zeroing) or the manpower available, it is impractical to have a butt party when firing on the GR/CGR. Where this is the case, there is no requirement for the butt flag to be used; however, when inspecting targets, the RCO must accompany personnel to and from the butts, thereby personally ensuring that there is no one present in the butts before weapons are loaded and firing commences.

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Words of Command

0455. Words of Command. The RCO is to ensure that all firers can hear his words of command. A loudhailer or Public Address (PA) system may be used. The conditions of the practice to be fired dictate the orders to be given. A guide to the sequence is as follows:

a. “Next detail move onto the firing point”. Explain the practice details then,

b. “Prone Position Down then Load”.

c. “Ready — test and adjust”.

d. “Coaches carry on” If this is not applicable, order “Anyone not ready” and then give the executive order to permit firing, “One ring” (to the butts), or indicate to the console operator to expose the targets.

e. When coaching the rifle and LSW coaches are not to adopt the same position as the firer if within 2 metres of the weapon. This is due to the possibility of being struck by an empty case.

f. At the end of the practice order “Anyone not finished” — “2 rings” (to the butts in the case of a GR). “Unload” — “Stand up” — “for inspection port arms”. Safety Supervisors raise their hand to show clear or weapons are inspected by the RCO. Order “Ease Springs”.

g. “Details change” — “Listen to your scores”. Scores are to be sent back from the butts by telephone and read out to the firers (on a GR). (It is usual for scores to be read out on completion of each practice.)

h. The system for a CGR or ETR will vary slightly as scores are held in the console and will be read out by the console operator after each practice. The order to cancel scores is not to be given until the scores have been recorded on the butt register.

Suspension of Firing

0456. Intrusion. If persons, vehicles, aircraft or shipping are seen to enter, or are about to enter, the danger area, firing is to cease and safety catches are to be applied. Further action is to be ordered, as appropriate, by the RCO. Range Control is to be informed. Sentries, if posted, must be briefed to inform the RCO immediately should an intrusion occur or is about to occur. Sentries are to be clearly instructed as to what means they should use to contact the RCO. On completion of firing the RCO is to record all details in the MoD Form 906.

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0457. Aircraft International Warning Signal. All RCOs must be aware of the international warning signal used to warn aircraft to exercise extreme caution. The signal, which consists of a series of red and green pyrotechnic signals fired alternately, is to be used to warn aircraft which appear to be entering the danger area concerned. Range Orders will specify any other warning signals to be used, particularly on ranges with a sea danger area. If required by Range Orders an individual from the user unit, nominated to act as Air Sentry, is to warn the RCO as soon as an aircraft is seen in or heading towards the RDA. The RCO is to order all cadets to stop firing and apply safety catches immediately this warning is received. Firing is not to continue until the aircraft has left the RDA. The RCO is to report the incursion to Range Control. (JSP 403 Volume 3 contains information on Signal Reporting Action for infringements of UK Danger Areas.) Information regarding UK Army Air Danger Areas can be found in Land Command Standing Order (LANDSO) 1403.

Safety Supervision

0458. For LFMT practices the ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers is to be sufficient to ensure the safe conduct of all practices. The ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers is to be recorded in the RASP.

0459. On all LFMT ranges the muzzle is to be kept pointing horizontally at the target/stop butt during all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready whilst on the firing point.

Inspections

0460. Normal Safety Precautions. Personnel are NOT permitted to stand in front of weapons during safety precautions no matter where they are being conducted.

0461. Before Firing. The RCO or Safety Supervisors are to conduct a thorough physical check of all ammunition, weapon chambers, magazines, ammunition pouches, pockets and other personal clothing and equipment. This is to ensure that:

a. Weapons are clear.

b. No unauthorised ammunition is present.

c. Firers have issued, serviceable hearing protection.

0462. During Firing. Details of readiness states of weapons, when firers are required to move during practices, are given in the conditions of the LF lessons contained within Service manuals. If, at the end of a practice, firers are required to leave the firing point or to move forward, ie to examine targets, then weapons are to be unloaded and inspected by the RCO or Safety Supervisors before the order to move is given by the RCO.

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0463. After Firing. Before leaving the range, the RCO is to ensure that all empty and re-conditioned ammunition containers, empty cases and salvage are collected and live or blank rounds are segregated for return to store. The following are then inspected by the RCO or Safety Supervisors: a. All magazines and ammunition containers. b. All weapons. c. The firers personal equipment and clothing (particular attention being paid to pockets and pouches). d. A Certificate Free From Explosives (CFFE) signed by the RCO or a Safety Supervisor is to be placed in each empty container. 0464. Declaration. In accordance with Regulations firers are to be reminded that it is an offence to leave the range with live rounds, empty cases, pyrotechnics or parts of pyrotechnics (as applicable). A declaration to that effect is to be given to the RCO by all participants and all range staff. Anyone who is detailed to return ammunition to store must be inspected after its return. A declaration is to be made on the conclusion of each activity during which live or blank ammunition and/or pyrotechnics have been issued. The AFB 159A must be signed on the completion of the above. CFAV and cadets are to be reminded if any ammunition is found after they have given the declaration, they are to hand it in to a member of staff. 0465. If a vehicle is used to transport ammunition before or during training it must be checked to ensure there is no ammunition present at the completion of training. If the vehicle is used to transport ammunition after training a complete check of the vehicle must take place once the ammunition has been off-loaded to the store.

Ammunition 0466. Ammunition Issues. An ammunition issue point is to be established for all LFMT activities. The following rules apply: a. A NCO/CFAV must be appointed to be responsible for issuing and accounting for ammunition. He must ensure that ammunition is not left unattended. When issuing ammunition he is to: (1) Record the BKI for every container opened. (2) Only issue from one batch at a time. (This will make segregation possible in the event of an incident). (3) Only open containers immediately prior to issue. In the case of cardboard cartons and plastic bags, they are not to be opened in anticipation. (4) Only issue ammunition in the quantities directed by the RCO. (5) Cadets must never be made responsible for ammunition.

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b Ammunition is only to be issued to those cadets and CFAV about to fire. Once ammunition has been issued, cadets must be under the direct supervision of a NCO or CFAV at all times.

c. On completion of firing, all unfired ammunition is to be returned to the ammunition point. Empty cases are to be returned to a separate salvage point.

0467. Armour Piercing (AP) Ammunition. Due to the penetrative power of AP ammunition which may result in structural damage to the range, the use of AP ammunition is only permitted on Field Firing Areas (FFAs).

0468. Mixed Live and Blank. Normally only live ammunition will be taken onto any firing range. If an occasion should arise when, because of the type of training being carried out, it is necessary to take blank ammunition onto a firing range, the following points must be strictly adhered to:

a. Live and blank ammunition are NEVER to be mixed.

b. There must be separate issuing points for live and blank ammunition, at least 30 metres apart, each under control of a separate NCO or CFAV. The procedures laid down in Chapter 3 are to be adhered to.

c. Cadets or CFAVs will not be issued with blank ammunition if they have live ammunition in their possession, or vice versa. If a change in the type of ammunition being used is necessary, training must be stopped, weapons cleared and inspected (see Chapter 3 for information on blank ammunition and pyrotechnics), ammunition withdrawn, equipment checked and a declaration taken. The withdrawn ammunition must be immediately returned to its respective issuing point and all open ammunition boxes must be checked by the RCO to ensure that live and blank ammunition has not been mixed. This is to be done before moving on to the next stage and before leaving the range.

0469. Blank. If blank ammunition is issued in any form other than in factory sealed containers the RCO/ECO is to ensure that a thorough physical check is carried out to ascertain that only blank ammunition is contained within. This includes the need to thoroughly check ammunition issued in reconditioned, re-sealed containers. Confirmation that containers are factory sealed and not reconditioned and re-sealed by an ammunition inspectorate or locally by ammunition compound staff must be sought from the issuing personnel.

0470. Drill Rounds. Drill rounds will not be taken on the range except for use in stoppage practices or for coaching. In this instance the drill rounds will be taken to and from the range under the orders of the RCO and their subsequent collection must be carefully supervised.

0471. Damaged Rounds. It is important that any round, whether damaged or not, which is involved in a stoppage or used as a tool, be removed from use. Such rounds

PROTECT 4-15 Amdt 1/Apr/10 PROTECT are not to be replaced in a belt or magazine, nor is any attempt to be made to fire them. Damaged or rejected rounds are to be collected on the range and are to be returned to the ammunition store separately from any other unfired ammunition.

0472. Performance Failures. Ammunition that fails to function as intended, when fired (eg misfires) is to be reported to the ATO in accordance with Section 6 of Chapter 1.

0473. Defective Rounds. All rounds that are found to be defective in any way, eg percussion cap missing, are to be reported to the ATO in accordance with Section 6 of Chapter 1.

0474. Records. Immediately on return from the LFMT activity the completed AFB 159A and/or B Certificate is to be handed in to the ammunition store for any training where LIVE, BLANK ammunition or pyrotechnics were issued. The AFG 8227 — Unit Ammunition Issue Voucher is to be completed and handed in to the officer nominated in unit standing orders. AFB 189 (if used) or other record of results is to be forwarded to the unit office for entry on AFB 6997. An example of an AFB 159A and AFB 159B is shown at Figs 3a and 3b.

Falling Plates

0475. The only falling plate practice that is permitted to be fired on ranges covered in this chapter is that detailed in Reference C (Pamphlet No. 20, Competition Shooting), Match 37.

0476. There are 2 types of falling plate available for use on LDA and FDA ranges. They are:

a. Standard Falling Plate. Issued for use on a range where additional RDA is available to cater for the increased likelihood of ricochets. Their use will be authorised in Range Orders. The following specific conditions and limitations apply:

(1) Falling plates may be positioned on the face of the stop butt of a LDA range in shooting-in boxes (see Fig 4). To guard against ‘backsplash’ the following rules are to apply:

(a) Where the distance from the plates on the face of the stop butt to the Marker’s gallery is less than 50 metres, the markers must not be permitted to remain in the open part of the gallery. Suitable shelter would be the range workshop or store, provided the door is closed and markers do not stand by any windows facing the plates.

(b) Where no suitable shelter is provided in the gallery or there is no gallery, no one is to be forward of the firing point. Once weapons are loaded and firers are completing the rundown everyone is to be

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behind the firing line, unless they are positioned behind properly constructed bulletproof cover.

(2) A link is to be established from the firing point to the marker’s location.

b. Falling Plate Boxes. Where Range Standing Orders do not allow for standard, unprotected falling plates to be used on GR/CGR or ETR an alternative, when firing 5.56 mm ball ammunition, is to use a prescribed falling plate sleeve that completely encloses the falling plate and subsequently captures the rounds that strike the plate thus eliminating the ricochet hazard altogether. Provision of these sleeves and rules for the target positioning is the responsibility of the RAU and will be promulgated in Range Standing Orders. The following specific conditions and limitations apply:

(1) Positioning of Targets. On Gallery/Converted Gallery Ranges the covered falling plate targets are to be located on top of the mantlet or on the face of the stop butt (see Figs 4 and 5). The location and method of positioning will be detailed in the Range Standing Orders.

(2) Markers’ Gallery. The Markers’ Gallery can be manned; however, all personnel are to remain under cover of the gallery throughout firing. Movement from and to the gallery is to be strictly controlled by the OIC Butts.

(3) Inspection. It is the personal responsibility of the OIC Butts to inspect each falling plate sleeve when re-setting the falling plates for the next firing detail. Any reduction to the rigidity of the sleeve or any exposure of the metal falling plate will render the cover unserviceable and necessitate turning or replacement.

0477. Conduct. Unless specific instructions are given by the Technical Advisory Section (TAS) to the contrary, the layout for falling plate practices is to conform to the layout in Figs 4 and 5. Irrespective of the type of target/plate being used the following rules apply to all falling plate shoots on GR/CGR and ETR:

a. Only 5.56 mm ball ammunition is to be fired.

b. Minimum firing distance is not less than 200 metres/yards.

c. A summary of the conditions from Reference C (Pamphlet No. 20, Competition Shooting) for firing at falling plates is:

(1) On 10 and 12 lane ranges no more than 2 teams are to fire simultaneously.

(2) On a 10 lane range only lanes 3-4 and lanes 7-8 are to be used (see Fig 5).

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(3) On a 12 lane range only lanes 4-5 and lanes 8-9 are to be used (see Fig 6).

(4) The outside edge of each pair of lanes is to be clearly marked to form a firing line using shaped/coloured markers (see Figs 4 and 5).

(5) The outside edge of each row of plates is to be clearly marked using shaped/coloured markers that correspond to those on the firing point (see Figs 4 and 5).

(6) Each team must fire from their allotted firing line.

(7) Falling plates are to be positioned so that the fifth and sixth plate of each group of ten are positioned either side of a Centre Line (CL) between the pairs of lanes being used.

(8) Falling plates are to be positioned with approximately a 300 mm spacing between each plate.

(9) Teams are not permitted to engage plates outside their allocated lane, ie 4-5 or 8-9. To do so will result in cross lane firing that cannot be catered for in the design of the range/RDA.

Hearing Protection

0478. The noise of discharge from service weapons can cause considerable damage to unprotected ears. Whenever CFAV/cadets are engaged in firing Inf/Cadet WS the wearing of issued, serviceable hearing protection is compulsory. This applies to all military and civilian personnel. Checking for hearing protection is the responsibility of the RCO and his Safety Supervisors, however, this does not absolve firers of their personal responsibility to safeguard their own hearing.

Night Firing

0479. Under no circumstances are cadets or CFAV to conduct any form of Live Firing Marksmanship Training at night.

0480 – 0483. Reserved.

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Army Form B159A (Introduced 9/01) PPQ = 100

CERTIFICATE to be rendered after any training for which LIVE/BLANK ammunition or pyrotechnic was issued (vide Queen’s Regulations 1975 paragraph 5155)

I CERTIFY that before dismissing the troops training under my command on the ......

*for which LIVE/BLANK ammunition and/or pyrotechnic was issued, I personally ascertained that all unexpended natures and empty cases were collected or otherwise accounted for.

*I inspected the vehicles and their crews and I personally ascertained that all unexpended natures and empty cases were collected or otherwise accounted for.

I personally ensured that a thorough physical inspection of weapon chambers, magazines, ammunition pouches, pockets, helmet linings and other personal clothing and equipment was conducted on the soldiers on parade to ensure no ammunition remained and reminded them that it is a Military Offence to have any LIVE/BLANK ammunition or pyrotechnics in their possession.

I ordered each individual to declare verbally at the time of the inspection whether he/she has any ammunition or accountable components remaining in his/her possession.

Location ...... (Signature of Senior Range Conducting Officer/Range Conducting Officer/Exercise Conducting Officer)

Date ......

* Delete if not applicable Produced by MOD, DSDA(PC)Ky. Tel: 0117 9376256

Fig 3a. — Army Form B159A

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Army Form B159B (Introduced 9/01) PPQ = 100

CERTIFICATE to be rendered when BLANK/PYROTECHNIC and similar training ammunition is issued

I CERTIFY that I personally ensured that a thorough physical inspection of weapon chambers, magazines, ammunition pouches, pockets, helmet linings and other personal clothing and equipment was conducted on the soldiers on my parade on ...... before BLANK ammunition was issued, and that no LIVE ammunition was found.

I reminded the soldiers that it is a Military Offence to have any LIVE ammunition in their possession.

I ordered each individual to declare verbally at the time of the inspection whether he/she has any ammunition in his/her possession before BLANK ammunition was issued.

Location ...... Signature of Range Conducting Officer/ Exercise Conducting Officer Date ......

Produced by MOD, DSDA(PC)Ky. Tel: 0117 9376256

Fig 3b. — Army Form B159B

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SECTION 5. — CONDUCT OF LIVE FIRING WITH SERVICE WEAPONS BY CIVILIANS AND CADETS

Introduction

0484. This section deals with the use of CONTENTS Service weapons on all MOD ranges by civilians. The rules and procedures for the INTRODUCTION 4-23 use of MOD land ranges by organised USE OF SERVICE SMALL ARMS BY CIVILIANS 4-23 bodies such as the police, civilian clubs and civilian contractors are contained in USE OF SERVICE SMALL ARMS BY CADETS 4-24 Reference D (JSP 403 Volume 1).

Use of Service Weapons by Civilians

0485. A civilian may only use Service weapons and Service ammunition on MOD property under the terms and conditions of the Armed Forces Act 1996, which states:

A person under the supervision of a member of the armed forces may, without holding a certificate or obtaining the authority of the Secretary of State under Section 5 of the Firearms Act 1968, have in his possession a firearm and ammunition on service premises.

0486. Civilians, including MOD employed civilians may only have possession of Service weapons, Service ammunition and Service pyrotechnics on MOD property providing the following rules are adhered to:

a. They must be under the supervision of a member of the armed forces who is on duty and competent to provide such supervision.

b. The activity for which they have been given possession is a formally endorsed activity supervised and conducted by the Military, which has been expressly authorised in writing by the Commanding Officer. The authorisation must specify the following:

(1) The purpose of the activity.

(2) The resources required to conduct the activity.

(3) Personnel allocated to the activity and their specific responsibilities.

(4) The time and location of the activity.

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(5) The reason why the civilian is required to fire a service weapon.

0487. Commanders have a duty to ensure that those under their command, during such activities, are entirely clear for the need to rigorously enforce the prohibition of civilian access to Service weapons, ammunition and pyrotechnics without express authority as outlined above.

0488. The following rules and procedures are to be enforced by the RCO:

a. The ratio of qualified safety supervisors to firers is to be 1:1.

b. The minimum age for civilians is 14 years of age.

c. Firing is not to take place at a distance greater than 25 m.

d. Firing is only permitted from a recognised firing position.

e. Automatic fire with live ammunition is prohibited.

f. All handling drills, including any stoppage drills, are to be completed by the safety supervisor. The ‘Ready’ weapon is to be handed to the firer, who is only to place the safety catch to ‘Fire’ and operate the trigger.

g. On completion of firing, the firer is to apply the safety catch to the ‘Safe’ position and the safety supervisor is to take control of the weapon.

h. The safety supervisor is to ensure that, at all times, the weapon is pointing in a safe direction.

i. Civilians are not permitted to fire Service weapons at night.

j. Ensure the Safety Supervisor briefs the firer how and where to aim the weapon.

k. Ensure that the firer is strong enough to handle and fire the weapon.

Note: Should there be a duty requirement for Cadets/CFAVs to fire service weapons on which they are not formally trained and tested the rules outlined in Paras 0486 a and 0486 b are to be adhered to. In particular, express written authority must be provided by the CO in accordance with Para 0486 b. The live firing of such weapons does not constitute formal training and the firer will not be deemed competent.

Use of Service Small Arms by Cadet Forces

0489. All LFMT practices for Cadet Forces are to be conducted in strict accordance with the following publications:

JSP 535 Cadet Training Safety Publications

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AC 71462 Cadet Training Manual Volume 1

AC 71463 Cadet Training Manual Volume 2

AC 71294 Combined Cadet Force Training Syllabi

AC 71101 ACF Army Proficiency Certificate

ACP 18 Manual of Marksmanship Training

ACP 20A Air Cadet Training Instructions

ASCR T16 Sea Cadet Regulations

0490 – 04101. Reserved.

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SECTION 6. — AIR RIFLE RANGES

Introduction CONTENTS

04102. This section details the safety rules INTRODUCTION 4-27 and procedures that govern the conduct of DEFINITIONS 4-27 live firing on the Air Rifle Range. For rules regarding the use of air rifles on Indoor COST AND AVAILABILITY 4-27 Ranges see Section 7 of this chapter. It must RANGE DANGER AREA 4-27 be read in conjunction with the information contained in Sections 2 to 4 of this chapter. ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-27

QUALIFICATIONS 4-27

Definitions PREPARATION AND TESTING 4-28

04103. Air rifles are defined as rifles which RESTRICTIONS 4-28 fire a lead pellet by the release of a spring CONDUCT 4-28 driven piston inside a sealed air chamber. WEAPON SAFETY 4-29

Cost and Availability PERIMETER MARKING 4-29

04104. Advice on cost and type of air rifles CERTIFICATION/INSPECTION 4-29 is available from the NSRA, Lord Roberts WEAPONS House, Bisley Camp, Brookwood, Woking, Surrey, GU24 0NP. The weapon types permitted for use on the range are those that, due to the pressures developed, do not require a Range Danger Area Firearms Certificate.

04105. Details of the RDA for an outdoor air rifle range are contained at Fig 6 and in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). Details of the RDA for any other type of Air Rifle Range are to be sought through the Technical Advisory Section, RE, DTE Warminster.

Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04106. All accidents, incidents and defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1, are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

Qualifications

04107. The following table specifies the minimum rank and qualification required by personnel to conduct and participate in live firing training on the Air Rifle Range:

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Ser Appointment SA (07) Cadet Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (SR) or (LR) (07) See Note. 2 Safety (SR), (LR) (07) See Note. Supervisor or (ARD) 3 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 4 Firer — 1. See Note. 2. When civilians, eg school children are firing, all manipulative drills are to be conducted by the Safety Supervisor who is to provide complete supervision whilst the firer is in possession of the weapon.

Note: The CFAV and cadets are to be competent in the handling of the air weapons being fired.

Preparation and Testing

04108. The target apparatus must be set up and tested for correct functioning. Test weapons for serviceability. All other applicable aspects of range preparation are to be carried out.

Restrictions

04109. There must always be sufficient light available to allow the weapon sights to be used as intended. Firing by sense of direction is forbidden.

04110. The propellant for this type of ammunition is produced by the weapon mechanism. High powered air rifles (0.177 and 0.22 inch) which produce a pressure greater than 11.5 ft/lbs or air pistols (0.177 and 0.22 inch) which produce a pressure greater than 6 ft/lbs, require a Firearms Certificate before purchase and are not catered for by the danger area or baffling quoted and are therefore NOT to be used on Air Rifle Ranges for military training.

Conduct 04111. There is to be no lowering of the standard of range discipline and safety when dealing with air rifles.

04112. Weapons are to be inspected before and after firing. If targets are to be inspected (including ‘wind-in’ type), rifles are to be unloaded, inspected and placed down. The breech is to be open. The conduct of practices and words of command are to be the same as those used for LFMT practices.

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04113. Outdoor Range. Particular care must be taken to ensure that no one is about to enter the danger area (see Fig 6). The air rifle RDA is in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

04114. Ammunition. The RDA quoted is for 0.177 inch pellets fired from standard design weapons developing less than the ME outlined in paragraph 04110.

04115. Targets. Representative targets for grouping, application of fire and fleeting targets are to be constructed by the user. Some form of witness screen should be provided behind the targets as an aid to rectifying shooting faults. The types of material to be used for target construction are shown in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

Weapon Safety 04116. Weapon Drills. During all weapon handling drills, inspection drills, and whenever made ready the barrel is to be kept pointing at the target area and horizontal to the ground.

04117. Spacing. The extent of the firing point is to be determined by the need to maintain a minimum distance of one metre between firers.

Perimeter Marking 04118. For ease of construction, particularly for units who are frequent users of this type of range, pre-cut ropes to the exact lengths required can be used to mark the boundaries of the RDA.

Certification/Inspection 04119. There is no requirement for portable/temporary Air Rifle Ranges to be formally certified or inspected. The RCO is responsible for ensuring that the range is safe by adhering to the rules and procedures contained in this section.

04120 – 04124. Reserved.

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RDA FOR PORTABLE AIR RIFLE RANGES The diagram shown here represents a 6-lane Air Rifle Range allowing one metre between firers. This distance is the minimum acceptable but can be increased. The dimensions in this diagram are only applicable to ranges established on a grassed area.

All dimensions in metres unless otherwise stated NOT TO SCALE

RESTRICTIONS ON USE

1. Only for use with .177 Air Rifles with a firing pressure of no greater than 11.5 ft/lbs.

2. Firing is only permitted from the established firing point.

3. No fire and movement. 120 4. The target line is to be established at 10 metres forward of the firing point.

Direction of Fire 5. Minimum distance between firers is one metre.

6. Target heights should reflect the firing position used, thereby ensuring the weapons remain approximately parallel to the ground.

Target Line

10 2.5 2.5

Firing Point

Note: It is the responsibility of the RCO to ensure that the perimeter of the RDA is marked with sufficient clarity to ensure that it can be seen by anyone approaching and enabling the extent of the RDA to be readily identified by the RCO. If the distances are paced out rather than measured then a 20% margin of error must be added. For further information see paragraph 04118 Perimeter Marking. Fig 6. — RDA for Portable Air Rifle Ranges

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SECTION 7. — THE TRAINING THEATRE AND INDOOR RIMFIRE RANGES

Introduction CONTENTS

04125. This section details the safety rules INTRODUCTION 4-31 and procedures that govern the conduct of RANGE DANGER AREA 4-31 live firing in the Training Theatre Range and other indoor ranges. It must be read in ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-31 conjunction with the information contained in QUALIFICATIONS 4-32 Sections 2 to 4 of this chapter. ACTIONS BY RCO 4-32

Range Danger Area TESTING 4-33 RESTRICTIONS 4-33 04126. This range is designed to provide all weather facilities. The design ensures CONDUCT 4-33 complete confinement of all fired rounds WEAPON SAFETY 4-34 within the range, coupled with the elimination of ‘backsplash’ and ricochet hazards to persons within the range. WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION The ammunition natures and weapon 04127. Descriptions of the ranges types permitted for use on the range together with details of targetry available are will be specified on the MOD Form 904. contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). Full details are contained in the following Type Drawings from Technical Advisory Section, RE, DTE Warminster:

a. MOD Type Drawing No. 55729/2 Indoor Training Theatre.

b. MOD Type Drawing No. 55735/2 25 metre Indoor Range.

Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04128. All accidents, incidents and defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1 are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

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Qualifications

04129. The following table specifies the minimum rank and qualification required by personnel to conduct and participate in live firing training in the Training Theatre and Indoor Ranges: Ser Appointment SA (07) Cadet Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (SR) or (LR) (07) See Note. 2 Safety Supervisor (SR), (LR) (07) or See Note. (ARD) 3 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 4 Firer See Note.

Note: The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months.

Actions by RCO 04130. The RCO must complete the following actions: a. Read Range Orders. b. Check the condition of bullet catcher and/or anti-splash curtain. The metal plate must not be exposed. c. Check access to the range. d. Check security of weapons and ammunition. e. Check target availability and method of setting up. f. Check the serviceability of cine target equipment. Films to be used should be viewed if the RCO is not familiar with them. g. Check the functioning of the lighting systems including infra-red (IR). h. Check heating arrangements. i. Check the waiting area provided for non-firing personnel. j. Check the serviceability of all security aspects of the range including red warning lights, external warning signs at range access doors and the internal method of securing all doors.

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k. Check the serviceability and operation of the ventilation system. The RCO must ensure he adheres to the rules and guidelines contained in Range Orders. l. Sign on the range by filling in the appropriate parts of the MOD Form 906 prior to firing.

m. Sign off the range by completing the MOD Form 906. This must be done on completion of training and in any case before the RCO leaves the range.

Testing

04131. The testing of apparatus within the range will be dependent on the facilities, from a minimum equipped 25 metre small bore range to the full scope of the training theatre. A final check, in addition to preparation checks, may be required at this stage. In addition allow time for the following:

a. The 0.22 inch conversion kits to be zeroed.

b. Optic sights are to be boresighted or zeroed.

Restrictions 04132. 5.56 mm centrefire round is NOT under any circumstances, to be fired in indoor ranges or training theatres. Bullet catchers are not designed to stop anything greater than those natures listed on the MOD Form 904 for the range. If used, penetration of the rear wall could occur and firers could be in serious danger of injury from backsplash or ricochet.

04133. 0.22 inch tracer ammunition is NOT to be fired in the Indoor Range or Training Theatre.

04134. Air rifles are not to be fired against Linatex curtains because of the danger of ‘backsplash’.

Conduct 04135. Only the RCO, Safety Supervisors/coaches and firers are allowed on the firing point.

04136. No one is to go forward to the targets until all weapons have been unloaded and inspected by the RCO or Safety Supervisors/coaches, and permission to go forward has been given by the RCO.

04137. Ammunition. The type of ammunition to be fired in the indoor range or training theatre will be stated on the MOD Form 904.

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04138. Targets. Apparatus and targets are described in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

04139. Target Spacing. Minimum spacing of targets from centre to centre is to be twice the width of the largest target to be used.

Weapon Safety

04140. The following weapons are permitted:

a. Rifles Using 0.22 inch Conversion Kit. When weapons are fitted with the conversion kit 5.56 mm L85 Rifles/L86 LSW and L98 Cadet Rifles are not to be fired from the left shoulder. Due to the blowback action, when weapons are fitted with the conversion kit, coaching is to be carried out from the firer’s left side only.

b. Bolt Action Rifle 0.22 inch Calibre.

c. Air Rifle (0.177 or 0.22 inch). Indoor ranges used for air rifle shooting require an essential modification to ensure that the anti-splash curtain or the bullet catcher does not cause the pellet to bounce back. The anti-splash curtain must be removed or a separate pellet stop set up in front of the anti-splash curtain. Details of pellet stop materials are contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

d. Competition Rifles. Restricted to ammunition natures as previously described.

04141. The minimum spacing between firers when firing the rifle is 1.0 metres.

04142. During all weapon handling drills, inspection drills, and whenever made ready weapons are to be held parallel to the ground, pointing in the direction of the target/bullet catcher.

04143. Bolt Action Weapons — Handling. Whenever weapons are not in use the bolt must be open. Before attempting to close the bolt of the Bolt Action Weapon each round must be hand fed into the chamber until resistance is felt. Failure to do this could result in the rim of the 0.22 inch cartridge being struck by the extractor with sufficient force to cause a premature initiation and possible injury to the firer and or coach.

04144. Misfires. Accidents have occurred as a result of re-firing 0.22 inch rimfire cartridges which have previously misfired. The rim is liable to become damaged during extraction and if the cartridge is reloaded and fired, it may fracture and cause injury to the firer. To prevent such accidents, misfired or unfired cartridges which prove difficult to extract must not be reloaded but are to be set aside and reported in accordance with Section 6 of Chapter 1.

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04145. Bulged Barrels. To minimise the risk of bulged barrels occurring:

a. The bores of 0.22 inch rifles are to be inspected:

(1) Before and on conclusion of firing.

(2) Whenever the noise made by the explosion of the charge is noticeably different than usual.

(3) Whenever the bullet does not appear to have reached the target or butt area.

b. If excessive fouling is noticed, the bore must be thoroughly cleaned and inspected before firing is resumed. This should only be done by an armourer to ensure that damage to the bore is not caused by misuse of the cleaning rod.

c. In the event of a bullet becoming lodged in the bore, units are to:

(1) Withdraw the rest of the batch of ammunition and put it aside for inspection by an ATO.

(2) Report the incident as a performance failure in accordance with Section 6 of Chapter 1.

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SECTION 8. — MOBILE AND PORTABLE RANGES (RIMFIRE)

Introduction CONTENTS

04153. This section details the safety rules INTRODUCTION 4-36 and procedures that govern the conduct of RANGE DANGER AREA 4-36 live firing on the Mobile and Portable Ranges. It must be read in conjunction with ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-37 the information contained in Sections 2 to 4 QUALIFICATIONS 4-37 of this chapter. ACTIONS BY RCO 4-37 04154. Mobile and portable ranges are RESTRICTIONS 4-36 improvised facilities. They can meet the need for air rifle and service rimfire shooting CONDUCT 4-37 in non-permanent locations. They are suitable for use at shows and recruiting WEAPON SAFETY 4-39 displays and limited LFMT practices. WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION 04155. A centrefire version has been The ammunition natures and weapon designed, but any proposal for such a range types permitted for use on the range is to be submitted to the 2 Star level of will be specified on the MOD Form 904. command in accordance with current procedure. The Range Authorising Officer (RAO) should consult the Technical Advisory Section RE, DTE Warminster.

Range Danger Area

04156. The danger area, range layout and target details, together with a description of the range are contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

04157. The design caters for the confinement of all rounds fired within a tube or between the sides of a vehicle. A suitable bullet catcher is erected to stop the round and other measures are taken to prevent rounds ricocheting or splashing back from the range structure.

04158. The mobile range is vehicle mounted and easily moved between locations. The portable range components are larger and although portable the design is intended for a more permanent site than the mobile range. The ranges are described and illustrated in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

04159. As the range has no permanent location the responsibility for the range and therefore the production of Range Orders, rests with the unit or sub-unit that has the range on charge. The RCO is to be in possession of a copy of the Range Orders.

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Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04160. All accidents, incidents and Defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1, are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

Qualifications

04161. The following table specifies the minimum qualification required by personnel to conduct and participate in live firing training on Mobile and Portable Ranges: Ser Appointment SA (07) Cadet Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (SR) or (LR) (07) See Note. 2 Safety (SR), (LR) (07) or See Note. Supervisor (ARD) 3 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 4 Firer — 1. See Note. 2. The rules for civilians firing weapons is at Section 5 of this Chapter.

Note: The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months.

Actions by RCO

04162. The RCO must complete the following actions:

a. Read Range Orders.

b. If the range is not permanently sited allow sufficient time for setting up and the comprehensive testing of the equipment. Points to check are:

(1) Location and availability of the red ‘range in use’ flag.

(2) The siting should take into account not only the permanent features of the area but also the intended concurrent activity.

(3) Access to the agreed site, particularly if other activities are to be set up.

(4) The positioning of the bullet catcher and firing platforms must be firm.

(5) Testing the target apparatus.

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(6) Sign on the range by filling in the appropriate part of the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log, prior to use.

(7) Sign off the range by completing the MOD Form 906. This must be done on completion of training and in any case before the RCO leaves the range.

c. Provision must be made to prevent the public from positioning themselves deliberately or accidentally in front of the firing point. For ease of control the firing point should be roped off.

d. Check the location of the nearest medical support. Minimum medical support in accordance with the rules contained in Section 4 of Chapter 1 must be adhered to.

Restrictions

04163. The siting of either type of range on other than MOD land, particularly if the public are to be invited to use it, must be referred to the local police for their agreement.

04164. When these ranges are to be used in a public place, consideration should be given to using 0.177 inch air rifles instead of 0.22 inch rimfire weapons. The added value of the rimfire nature must be set against the possible problems of siting and obtaining local agreement from the civil police.

Conduct

04165. The rules of conduct set out in Section 7 of this chapter, for the indoor rimfire range are to be applied. Additional specific rules are set out in the following paragraphs.

04166. Close supervision of the firer is necessary. If they are a member of the public the rules at Section 5 of this chapter are to be complied with. In addition:

a. Brief the firer and determine their familiarity, if any, with the weapon.

b. Ensure that the weapon is held firmly before allowing firing to take place.

c. During aiming check on the direction of the muzzle.

d. Weapons are to be inspected before and after firing. If targets are to be inspected (including ‘wind-in’ type) no move to inspect them is to take place until all weapons have been inspected by the range safety staff and laid down with the breech open.

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e. The conduct of practices and words of command are to be the same as those used for other LFMT practices.

04167. Firers. Ensure that:

a. No more than two firers are on the firing point at any one time.

b. Firers are only to engage targets immediately to their front. Firing across target lanes is not allowed.

04168. Ammunition. The type of ammunition to be fired on the range will be stated on the MOD Form 904. Ammunition is only to be issued to the firer immediately prior to loading. The remainder is to be retained by the RCO or NCO/CFAV IC the ammunition point (see Section 4 to this chapter).

04169. Targets. Only standard issue static targets are to be used. No metal targets are permitted. Targets are to be positioned centrally within the bullet catcher area.

Weapon Safety

04170. The weapons permitted for firing on the range will be stated on the MOD Form 904.

04171. The muzzle of the weapon is to be kept pointing at the target or kept inside the tube (portable and extended mobile ranges) during all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready.

04172. Privately owned weapons are not to be fired on either type of range.

04173. The firing position must be such that both elbows are rested on the firm surface of the firing point during all firing.

04174 – 04178. Reserved.

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SECTION 9. — TUBE AND ENCLOSED RANGES

Introduction CONTENTS

04179. This section details the safety rules INTRODUCTION 4-40 and procedures that govern the conduct of RANGE DANGER AREA 4-40 live firing on the Tube and Enclosed Ranges. It must be read in conjunction with the ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-40 information contained in Sections 2 to 4 of QUALIFICATIONS 4-41 this chapter. ACTIONS BY RCO 4-41

Range Danger Area RESTRICTIONS 4-42 CONDUCT 4-42 04180. The danger area, range layout and target details, together with a description of WEAPON SAFETY 4-43 the range are contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). Detailed drawings are WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION available from The Technical Advisory Section (TAS) RE, DTE Warminster. The ammunition natures and weapon types permitted for use on the range 04181. This range is designed to provide will be specified on the MOD Form 904. all weather facilities. The design ensures complete confinement of all fired rounds within the range, coupled with the elimination of ‘backsplash’ and ricochet hazards to persons within the range.

04182. A typical example of the types of range is described and illustrated in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2).

Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04183. All accidents, incidents and defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1, are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

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Qualifications

04184. The following table specifies the minimum qualification required to conduct and participate in live firing training in a Tube or Enclosed Range: Ser Appointment SA (07) Cadet Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (SR) or (LR) (07) See Note. 2 Safety Supervisor (SR), (LR) (07) or See Note. (ARD) 3 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 4 Firer — See Note.

Notes: The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months.

Actions by RCO

04185. The RCO must complete the following actions:

a. Read Range Orders.

b. Ensure external red warning lights at firing point and bullet catcher access doors are working.

c. Ensure serviceability of the safe access to firing point and bullet catcher.

d. Check the possible need for a sentry, particularly above ground, at the entrance to an enclosed range.

e. Ensure serviceability of the bullet catcher. Particularly the profile of the sand if this is in use as a stop butt. The metal plate must not be exposed.

f. Check the target apparatus, particularly methods of mounting and operating swivel or snap targets.

g. Check ventilation system. The RCO must ensure he adheres to the rules and guidelines contained in Range Orders.

h. Sign on the range by filling in the appropriate part of the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log, prior to use. i. Sign off the range by completing the MOD Form 906. This must be done on completion of training and in any case when the RCO leaves the range.

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Restrictions 04186. Firing by sense of direction is forbidden. 04187. Tracer ammunition is not to be used. 04188. Automatic fire is not permitted. Tube and enclosed ranges are not designed to accommodate automatic fire. 04189. The only firing position to be used is prone. 04190. The lighting, whether artificial or daylight, must be sufficient to allow the sighting system on the weapon to be used.

Conduct 04191. The design features of the range allow for one firer per tube. Only those firers, the Safety Supervisors/coaches and the RCO are to be on the firing point. It is stressed that all such personnel are to wear issued, serviceable hearing protection. 04192. The RCO must be able to control access to the bullet catcher. Weapons must be unloaded and inspected before the order to examine or change targets is given. 04193. Weapons must be boresighted or collimated before firing on the range. 04194. Care must be taken to ensure that firers are properly cleared, their weapons, magazines and pouches checked and a declaration taken (see the ‘Inspection’ paragraph in Section 4 of this chapter) before they leave the range. 04195. Ammunition. Ammunition natures permitted for use on the range will be shown on the MOD Form 904. Ammunition is only to be issued immediately prior to use. Waiting details are NOT to be in possession of ammunition. 04196. Targets. Standard issue targets for use on the 25 metre or indoor range may be used, together with any suitable zeroing target. A snap, swivel or wind-in feature may be incorporated. The following points are to be noted: a. No form of metal target is to be used. b. Target centres are to be adjusted so that they coincide with the centre of the tube. c. No form of moving target is permitted.

d. Any metal part of the target apparatus exposed to direct fire is to be protected by adequate baffles.

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Weapon Safety

04197. The weapons that may be fired on the range will be shown on the MOD Form 904.

04198. The weapon muzzle is to be kept inside the tube at all times during all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready. A white band is painted 150 mm inside the tube to assist range staff in enforcing this rule.

04199 – 04204. Reserved.

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SECTION 10. — THE 1908 DESIGN BARRACK RANGE

Introduction CONTENTS

04205. This section details the safety rules INTRODUCTION 4-44 and procedures that govern the conduct of RANGE DANGER AREA 4-44 live firing on the 1908 Design Barrack Range. It must be read in conjunction with ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-44 the information contained in Sections 2 to 4 QUALIFICATIONS 4-45 of this chapter. ACTIONS BY RCO 4-45

Range Danger Area TESTING 4-46 RESTRICTIONS 4-46 04206. The 1908 Design Barrack Range is a NDA range, if provided with a canopy over CONDUCT 4-46 the sand bullet catcher. Without the canopy WEAPON SAFETY 4-47 fitted it is a LDA range with a 100 metre radius danger area imposed from each flank WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION target, around the rear of the stop butt wall, which must be clear of all personnel. Any The ammunition natures and weapon buildings within the LDA must also be types permitted for use on the range cleared of personnel when the range is in will be specified on the MOD Form 904. use. A description of the range and targetry available is contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). Full details are contained in MOD Type Drawing No. 55702/1 available from the Technical Advisory Section, (TAS) RE, DTE Warminster.

Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04207. All accidents, incidents and defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1 are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

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Qualifications

04208. The following table specifies the minimum qualification required by personnel to conduct and participate in LFMT on the 1908 Design Barrack Range: Ser Appointment SA (07) Cadet Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (SR) or (LR) (07) See Note. 2 Safety Supervisor (SR), (LR) (07) or See Note. (ARD) 3 Target Operator None 4 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 5 Firer — See Note.

Note: The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months.

Actions by RCO

04209. The RCO must complete the following actions:

a. Read Range Orders.

b. Check that the bullet catcher sand is stacked to the authorised profile as indicated by the white lines painted on the flanking walls of the bullet catcher, and is free of ricochet inducing material.

c. Check that the target slots, target trenches, swivel targets or other snap apparatus are in good repair.

d. Check that the firing points and trenches are in good repair.

e. Check that the area between the firing points and the stop butt wall within firing lanes is clear of ricochet inducing material which will make the range unsafe to use.

f. Sign on the range by filling in the appropriate parts of the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log prior to firing.

g. Ensure that the range in use flag is displayed in accordance with Range Orders.

h. Sign off the range by completing the MOD Form 906. This MUST be done

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on completion of training and in any case before the RCO leaves the range.

Testing 04210. Before firing is permitted, sufficient time must be allowed for testing the following points: a. Swivel target or other snap apparatus. b. All sighting systems are to be boresighted to the weapon if not previously zeroed.

Firing Point/Range Serial Weapon Bursts Remarks 25m 20m – 10m (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) 1 Rifles 4 — —

2 LSW 4 — 3-5 rds See Burst Fire

3 Rifle 0.22 inch 4 4 — Rimfire including conversion kits ammunition

Restrictions 04211. Unless otherwise stated in Range Orders the maximum number of weapons allowed at each distance are: 04212. Minimum Range. Because of the danger of ‘backsplash’ the minimum range for rifles and LSW is 25 metres. For rifle fitted with 0.22 inch conversion kit, the minimum range is 10 metres. The table above gives the number of firers permitted. 04213. Sense of Direction. The firing of any weapon by sense of direction is forbidden as is the firing of rifle and LSW, from the hip or waist. 04214. Burst Fire. Firing bursts with the rifle is forbidden. Burst fire is only permitted with bipod or tripod supported weapons. 04215. Air Rifles. Air rifles are not to be used on 25 metre ranges. 04216. Ammunition. The type of ammunition to be fired on the range will be stated on the MOD Form 904. Ammunition is only to be issued to details waiting to fire. Firers engaged in concurrent activity are NOT to have any live ammunition in their possession. Tracer ammunition is not to be fired. 04217. For LFMT practices, the ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers is to be sufficient to ensure the safe conduct of all practices. The ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers is to be recorded in the RASP.

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Conduct 04218. For LFMT practices, the ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers is to be sufficient to ensure the safe conduct of all practices. The ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers is to be recorded in the RASP. 04219. Only firers, Safety Supervisors/coaches, the RCO and his assistants are allowed on the firing point. Waiting details must be at least 3 metres from the firing point or in the shelters provided. During the firing of rifle and LSW practices, the RCO may make special arrangements to call up those waiting to fire, to a position from which they can hear the instruction and advice, but they must be clear of the firing point. 04220. No one is to go forward to the targets until all weapons have been unloaded and inspected by the RCO or Safety Supervisors/coaches, and permission has been given by the RCO. All personnel are to move to the targets along the flank paths or use the steps out of the ricochet pit. 04221. Firing is NOT permitted from the 30 yard firing point. Practices involving the advance of firers from the 25 metre firing point, using low velocity and rimfire ammunition, is not permissible. 04222. Static Targets. The following rules are to be applied: a. Targets are to be positioned in the target trench or the slot provided. b. Metal plates or other hard objects are not to be used as targets. c. The aiming marks of flank targets and target screens must be at least 1.65 metres from either end of the bullet catcher.

Weapon Safety 04223. Weapon Drills. During all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready, weapons are to be held parallel to the ground, pointing in the direction of the bullet catcher. 04224. 0.22 inch Conversion Kit. Due to the blowback action, when weapons are fitted with the conversion kit, coaching is to be carried out from the left side only. 04225. After Firing. If, at the end of a practice, firers are required to leave the firing point or to move forward, ie to examine targets, then weapons are to be unloaded and inspected before the order to move is given by the RCO. 04226. Ammunition. Magazines are to contain the precise number of rounds for the practice to be fired. The ammunition is to be issued on the firing point and a CFAV is to be appointed to supervise and account for it. 04226. Weapon Inspection. At the end of a practice and on completion of firing, weapons are to be inspected by the Safety Supervisor while the firers remain in the firing position. 04227. – 04236. Reserved.

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SECTION 11. — THE 25 METRE BARRACK RANGE

Introduction CONTENTS

04237. This section details the safety rules INTRODUCTION 4-48 and procedures that govern the conduct of RANGE DANGER AREA 4-48 live firing on the 25 metre Barrack Range. It must be read in conjunction with the ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-48 information contained in Sections 2 to 4 of RULES FOR USE 4-48 this chapter. QUALIFICATIONS 4-49

Range Danger Area ACTIONS BY RCO 4-49 TESTING 4-50 04238. The 25 metre Barrack Range is a ‘No Danger Area’ range and the stop butt RESTRICTIONS 4-50 wall and flank walls provide the limit of the CONDUCT 4-51 range danger area. A description of the range and details of the targetry available is WEAPON SAFETY 4-51 contained in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION 2). Full details are available from Technical Advisory Section, (TAS) RE, DTE The ammunition natures and weapon Warminster. types permitted for use on the range will be specified on the MOD Form 904. Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04239. All accidents, incidents and defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1 are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

Rules for Use

04240. Except where stated in this section, the rules contained in Section 10 — The 1908 design Barrack Range are to be enforced on this range. The RCO is to complete MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log prior to and on completion of firing.

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Qualifications

04241 . The following table specifies the qualification required to conduct and participate in live firing training on the 25 metre Barrack Range: SA (07) Cadet Ser Appointment Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (SR) or (LR) (07) See Note. 2 Safety Supervisor (SR), (LR) (07) or See Note. (ARD) 3 Target Operator None 4 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 5 Firer — See Note.

Note: The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months.

Actions by RCO

04242. The RCO must complete the following actions:

a. Read Range Orders.

c. Check that the target slots and target trenches are in good repair.

d. Check that the firing points and trenches are in good repair.

e. Check that the area between the firing points and the stop butt wall within firing lanes is clear of ricochet inducing material which will make the range unsafe to use.

f. Sign on the range by filling in the appropriate parts of the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log prior to firing.

g. Ensure that the range in use flag is displayed in accordance with Range Orders.

h. Sign off the range by completing the MOD Form 906. This MUST be done on completion of training and in any case before the RCO leaves the range.

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Testing

04243. Before firing is permitted, sufficient time must be allowed for testing the following points:

a. Swivel target or other snap apparatus.

b. Optic sights are to be boresighted if not previously zeroed.

Restrictions

04244. Unless otherwise stated in range orders the maximum number of weapons allowed at each distance are: Firing Point/Range Serial Weapon Bursts Remarks 25m 20m – 10m (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) 1 Rifles 6 — —

2 LSW 6 — 3-5 rds See Burst Fire

3 Rifle 0.22 inch 6 6 — Rimfire including conversion kits ammunition

Note: The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months.

04245. Minimum Range. Because of the danger of ‘backsplash’ the minimum range for rifle and LSW is 25 metres. For the rifle fitted with 0.22 inch conversion kit, the minimum range is 10 metres. The table above gives the number of firers permitted.

04246. Sense of Direction. The firing of any weapon by sense of direction is forbidden as is the firing of rifle and LSW, from the hip or waist.

04247. Burst Fire. Firing bursts with the rifle is forbidden. Burst fire is only permitted with bipod or tripod supported weapons.

04248. Air Rifles. Air rifles are not to be used on this range.

04249. Ammunition. The type of ammunition to be fired on the range will be stated on the MOD Form 904. Ammunition is only to be issued to details waiting to fire. Firers engaged in concurrent activity are NOT to have any live ammunition in their possession. Tracer ammunition is not to be fired.

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Conduct 04250. The conduct for firing on this range is as follows: a. Inspection of Targets. No one is to go forward to the targets until all weapons have been inspected by the RCO or Safety Supervisors and permission has been given by the RCO. All personnel are to move to the targets along the flank path. b. Static Targets. Targets are to be positioned in the target apparatus provided. Metal plates or other hard objects are not to be used as targets. 04251. The face profile of the sand bullet catcher must be maintained at all times. If the sand becomes displaced during firing, especially at the MPI, the practice must be stopped, and the sand bullet catcher raked to the correct profile before firing continues.

Weapon Safety 04252. Weapon Drills. During all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready, weapons are to be held parallel to the ground, pointing in the direction of the bullet catcher. 04253. 0.22 inch Conversion Kit. Due to the blowback action, when weapons are fitted with the conversion kit, coaching is to be carried out from the left side only. 04254. After Firing. If, at the end of a practice, firers are required to leave the firing point or to move forward, ie to examine targets, then weapons are to be unloaded and inspected before the order to move is given by the RCO. 04255. Ammunition. Magazines are to contain the precise number of rounds for the practice to be fired. The ammunition is to be issued on the firing point and a CFAV is to be appointed to supervise and account for it. 04255. Weapon Inspection. At the end of a practice and on completion of firing, weapons are to be inspected by the Safety Supervisor while the firers remain in the firing position. 04256. – 04265. Reserved.

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SECTION 12. — THE GALLERY RANGE (GR) AND CONVERTED GALLERY RANGE (CGR)

Introduction CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4-52 04266. This section details the safety rules and procedures that govern the conduct of RANGE DANGER AREA 4-52 live firing on the Gallery Range (GR) or FALLING PLATE TARGETS 4-52 Converted Gallery Range (CGR). It must be ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-52 read in conjunction with the information QUALIFICATIONS 4-53 contained in Sections 2 to 4 of this chapter. ACTIONS BY RCO 4-53

TESTING 4-54 Range Danger Area RESTRICTIONS 4-55 04267. The danger area, range layout and CONDUCT 4-55 target details, together with a description of GALLERY RANGE (CONTROL OF THE the range and its accessories are contained BUTTS AND MARKERS GALLERY) 4-56 in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). CONVERTED GALLERY RANGE (CONTROL OF THE CONSOLE) 4-58

04268. For reasons of safety and for AMMUNITION 4-59 standardisation of drills, weapons are to be WEAPON SAFETY 4-60 cleared with the barrel parallel to the ground and pointing at the butt/target area. WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION The ammunition natures and weapon Falling Plate Targets types permitted for use on the range will be specified on the MOD Form 904. 04269. Rules relating to the use of falling plate targets are found at Section 4 to this chapter.

Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04270. All accidents, incidents and defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1, are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

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Qualifications

04271. The following table specifies the minimum rank and qualification required by personnel to conduct and participate in live firing training on the GR or CGR: SA (07) Cadet Ser Appointment Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (LR) (07) See Note1. 2 Safety Supervisor (SR), (LR) (07) See Note 1. and (ARD) 3 OIC Butts/Console (SR), (LR) (07) See Note 2. and (ARD) 4 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 5 Telephone Orderly None 6 Firer — See Note 1.

Notes: 1. The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months. 2. If AMS is fitted and is to be used the OIC Console must hold Spec Qual 2861 or be qualified to use AMS.

Actions by RCO 04272. The RCO must complete the following actions: a. Read Range Orders. b. Check the condition of the stop butt. c. Check the condition of the mantlet, especially the profile board. d. Check the availability of trenches and firing posts where specified at the required firing points. e. Check for access by vehicle to the marker’s gallery and access from the target store to the gallery. f. Check the serviceability of target mechanisms/frames. g. Establish responsibility for and location of all range boundary flags, sentries and barriers. Air sentries may be required if firing 7.62 mm ammunition. h. Confirm firing hours.

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i. If installed, check the AMS Console and Firing Point monitors. j. Sign on the range by filling in the appropriate parts of the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log, prior to firing.

k. Ensure that the range in use flag/lamp is displayed in accordance with Range Orders.

l. Sign off the range by completing the MOD Form 906. This must be done on completion of training and in any case before the RCO leaves the range.

04273. The range must no be used if there is any exposed ricochet inducing surface between the firing points to be used and the stop butt.

Testing

04274. Gallery Range. Good range organisation is important. On a GR efficient procedure in the butts can add considerably to the success of the day’s firing. The butt party should arrive in sufficient time to be briefed and practiced. The following points are to be covered:

a. Read out relevant safety rules to markers.

b. Ideally detail two cadets/CFAV per frame. The RCO is to ensure that the cadets are fully briefed on the correct procedures when using the Frames.

c. Prepare and issue targets and butt stores to each lane in use. Two cadets are to carry the 1.220 metre or 1.830 metre targets.

d. Test the target frames that are to be used.

e. Check targets for correct marking of scoring areas. Patch out any shot holes.

f. Test communications, including any alternative systems.

g. Rehearse markers in their duties for each practice to be fired.

04275. Converted Gallery Range. The console operators should arrive early to test the mechanisms and rehearse target exposures for each practice. Clearance from the range warden is required before this test may be carried out. The following should also be tested:

a. Communications.

b. AMS system (if applicable).

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04276. Boundary Flags and Sentries. The personnel required for these tasks (if applicable) are to be formally briefed on their orders and duties.

Restrictions

04277. The following restrictions for the use of the GR/CGR are to be adhered to:

a. The maximum permitted QE is 70 mils and must not be exceeded. Therefore, firing must only take place on the recognised firing points, at targets that are correctly positioned.

b. 7.62 mm tracer rounds may backsplash as far as the 100 metre/yard firing point and ricochet up to 400 metres in any other direction. For this reason the markers gallery is NOT to be manned when 7.62 mm tracer is being fired.

c. FETs. The Markers’ Gallery is to be clear of all personnel when the FETs are being used. When a range is allocated to 2 separate units for split use Range Orders are to be adhered to.

d. Automatic Fire. The following restrictions on automatic firing are to be adhered to:

(1) Automatic fire using the bipod supported LSW is only permitted from the prone or fire trench position.

(2) Automatic fire from unsupported shoulder controlled weapons is not permitted on a GR/CGR with a standard LDA.

(3) Automatic fire by sense of direction is not allowed under any circumstances.

04278. Reserved.

Conduct

04279. Before Firing. The following points are to be covered:

a. General Briefing. It is essential that firers receive a full safety brief and are fully briefed on the range procedure, including detail number and target/lane number.

b. Firing Point Briefing. Immediately prior to starting the practice firers are to be briefed on:

(1) Reminder of lane/target number.

(2) Details of the practice including number of rounds to be fired.

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(3) The wearing of issued, serviceable hearing protection.

c. Firing Point. No one is allowed on the firing point unless authorised by the Range Conducting Officer.

d. Words of Command. The RCO is to ensure that all firers can hear his words of command. A loudhailer or PA system may be used. The conditions of the practice to be fired dictate the orders to be given and are contained within the Service Manuals.

e. Telephone Communications. The following system is suggested for use:

(1) ‘One short ring’ — Butts to firing point indicates ready. Firing point to butts indicates start exposure of targets.

(2) ‘Two short rings’ — Firing point to butts indicates check targets, take scores and/or change targets.

(3) ‘One long ring’ — Caller wishes to speak.

f. Fire with Movement. Practices involving an advance, are to be controlled by the RCO and Safety Supervisors, who are to move with the firers, control the rate of advance and ensure safe weapon handling. Hand signals for the exposure of targets are to be given in ample time for the relay of that signal to the butts or console. At the end of the practice weapons are to be cleared before firers are allowed to move back to the start line.

Gallery Range (Control of the Butts and Markers Gallery)

04280. The RCO. Only the RCO may order the OIC butts to raise or lower the butt flag. Before ordering the butt flag to be lowered, the RCO must ensure that the entire butt party is under cover. He must wait until the butt flag has been lowered before giving the order to load. Before he orders the butt flag raised, he is to ensure that all weapons are unloaded and cleared. If the red flag is raised in an emergency by the butts, he is to order “Stop – Stop – Stop”. At this point supervision is required. When the nature of the emergency has been ascertained and it is safe to do so, he will order the unloading and inspection of weapons.

04281. Communications Failure. Should communications to the butts fail, it is the duty of the RCO to make physical contact with the butts. During any period when communications fail, butt markers are to remain under cover, until such time as communications are re-established. Under no circumstances even in an emergency when the butt flag has been raised may anyone leave the cover of the butts until this contact has been made.

04282. Butt Markers. The duties of the butt markers will depend on the type of practice to be fired. The following points should be noted:

4-56 PROTECT PROTECT Amdt 1/Apr/10 a. Target Marking. When using frame held targets, markers are to stand under the cover of the markers gallery facing the stop butt. b. Grouping Practices. Where possible, one marker is to watch the stop butt for strike, the other is to record the order of arrival of shots. c. Deliberate Practices. One marker is to watch the stop butt for strike and to determine the direction of a miss. The other signals the value of a hit or the noted position of a miss (See Signalling paragraph for methods). d. Timed Practices. The length of exposure is controlled by the OIC butts using a stop watch. The targets must be exposed and still for the total length of the nominated time.

(1) Frame Targets. At the end of an exposure the targets are to be brought to at least the half mast position.

(2) Hand Held Targets. When hand held targets are used the following procedure is to be applied:

(a) The front carriage is to be fully raised and secured.

(b) To expose a hand held target the marker is to stand immediately in front of the target frame facing towards the stop butt.

(c) The hand held target is to be presented by raising the target pole against the bar of the front target carriage until the target centre coincides with that produced by a frame held target, thereby reducing the need to adjust each target for height and direction.

(d) On some ranges a bar has been fitted across the gap between adjacent frames. In such cases the same procedure is applied except that the hand held target is placed against the bar rather than the target carriage.

(e) It is likely that hand held targets will be issued pre-marked or fitted with a wooden block to indicate correct target height when placed against the front carriage.

(f) During practices with hand held targets a hit will be noticed by the marker feeling the vibration in the target pole caused by the bullet hitting the target.

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04283. Signalling. Hits during practices with hand held targets are signalled at the end of the practice with the aid of spotting discs. The issued marking paddle is used to signal the value of shots during deliberate shooting. The method may be varied provided that firers and markers are briefed and rehearsed. The suggested method which conforms to competition marking is as follows:

a. 4 points scored - Paddle positioned at the bottom right corner of screen.

b. 2 points scored - Paddle positioned at the bottom of the screen.

c. 1 point scored - Paddle positioned at the bottom left corner of the screen.

d. Eash-out - Black face of paddle waved from side to side across the face of the screen, then indicate the directionof the miss if known, using white side of paddle.

04284. Scoring. The following procedure is to apply:

a. Targets will only be lowered on the command “Check” or “Down“ or on a pre-arranged whistle signal. When targets have been lowered, the markers will, in all cases, stand right away from their targets and will not touch them until the OIC Butts has recorded the scores and given the order “Patch Out”. The value of all shots is to be recorded in ink on the butt register. If a mistake is made, the figure will be crossed out with a single thin line, the new figure written beside it and the correction initialled by the OIC Butts.

b. After the order “Patch Out”, shot holes on the target will be marked off with a pencil and patched out. The pencil marking will prevent a shot being counted twice should a patch come off at any time.

c. If more hits are found on the target than should have been fired by one individual or team, the firing point will be informed.

04285. Targets. The targets and accessories available on a GR/CGR are listed in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). In addition the following points should be considered:

a. Front or Back Targets. One of these should be marked with a black cross in the top corner to indicate to the firing point which target is being engaged.

b. White Patches. A patch 100 mm vertical x 75 mm lateral should be pasted in the centre of targets used for zeroing. The bottom centre of the patch is to be on the POA.

Converted Gallery Range (Control of the Console)

04286. Console Personnel. Rules for the console personnel are:

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a. During practices, no one but the OIC console, the operators and/or timekeepers are to be in the console building. Ammunition is not to be in the building.

b. The signal to expose targets is given by the RCO on the firing point.

c. All timed exposures are to be controlled by use of the Electronic Automatic Sequence Initiation (EASI) system or by timekeepers using a stop watch and time chart.

d. Scores are to be recorded on the butt register as a total for each lane. They are then read out over the PA system to the firers as individual hits per range, and a total for the practice. Re-set buttons on the console are not to be operated until the order “Cancel scores” is given by the RCO.

e. The OIC console is to watch for any sign of malfunction of the target or console mechanisms. If this occurs the range warden is to be consulted and firing stopped whilst the repair is undertaken. If this is not possible the affected lane is to be taken out of use.

f. The console building is to be handed back to the range warden on the completion of firing. He is responsible for closing down the range and noting any malfunctions reported by the RCO or OIC console, which is also noted in MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

04287. Control of Practices from 400 to 600 metres. A ‘range in use’ red flag is normally hoisted on the pole provided above the console building. This flag is located furthest from the console door and is to remain hoisted whilst firing is in progress at any distance. When firing is to take place from the firing points behind the console building, a second flag is required to be used as the ‘butt’ flag. This flag is located just outside the console door and must be operated from cover. The following points are to be complied with:

a. On orders from the RCO the console party are to lower the console building butt flag and remain under cover.

b. Except in an emergency the console building butt flag is only to be raised on orders from the RCO.

c. Communication to the console building is by means of a telephone or radio. A telephone plug-in point is located on each firing point.

d. Any fire with movement practice is to be carefully controlled and supervised. Control of target exposures must be planned and rehearsed, allowing sufficient time for the relay and subsequent reaction to all signals.

04288. Targets. The standard target layout on a CGR is 2 FETs per lane, one fitted with a Fig 11 and one fitted with a Fig 12.

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Ammunition

04289. The type of ammunition to be fired on the range will be stated on the MOD Form 904. Ammunition is only to be issued to details about to fire. Firers engaged in concurrent activity, or butt markers, are NOT to have live ammunition in their possession.

Weapon Safety

04290. Weapon Drills. During all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready, the barrel is to be kept pointed horizontally at the target/stop butt.

04291. Cross Lane Firing. It is a condition of the shape of the GR/CGR danger area that firers are confined to target lanes and that all firing takes place parallel to the range axis. Therefore cross lane firing is prohibited except during falling plate practices when fired in strict accordance with Section 4 of this chapter.

04292. The 200 Mils Rule. When a number of ranges are sited side by side this rule may apply (see ‘200 mils rule’ paragraphs in Section 3 of this chapter). The range orders will indicate the restrictions on each range. The RCO is to liaise with adjacent ranges to determine the scope of the activity on those ranges.

04293. Movement. During movement between positions and during fire with movement practices with rifle and LSW, the safety catch is to be applied.

04294. After Firing. If, at the end of a practice, firers are required to leave the firing point or to move forward, ie to examine targets, then weapons are to be unloaded and inspected before the order to move is given by the RCO.

04295. Ammunition. Magazines are to contain the precise number of rounds for the practice to be fired. The ammunition is to be issued on the firing point and a CFAV is to be appointed to supervise and account for it.

04296. Weapon Inspection. At the end of a practice and on completion of firing, weapons are to be inspected by the Safety Supervisor while the firers remain in the firing position.

04297. – 04304. Reserved.

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SECTION 13. — THE ELECTRIC TARGET RANGE (ETR)

Introduction CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4-61 04305. This section details the safety rules and procedures that govern the conduct of RANGE DANGER AREA 4-61 live firing on the ETR. It must be read in FALLING PLATE TARGETS 4-61 conjunction with the information contained in Sections 2 to 4 of this chapter. ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS AND DEFECTS 4-61

QUALIFICATIONS 4-62

Range Danger Area ACTIONS BY RCO 4-62

04306. The danger area, range layout and TESTING 4-63 target details together with a description of the range are contained in Reference A (JSP RESTRICTIONS 4-63 403 Volume 2). The grouping and zeroing CONDUCT 4-64 range associated with the ETR is assumed to be an extension of the main range. The WEAPON SAFETY 4-65 conduct and safety rules for its use are not WEAPONS AND AMMUNITION dealt with specifically. The ammunition natures and weapon types permitted for use on the range Falling Plate Targets will be specified on the MOD Form 904. 04307. Rules relating to the use of falling plate targets are found at Section 4 to this chapter.

Accidents, Incidents and Defects

04308. All accidents, incidents and defects, as described in Section 6 to Chapter 1, are to be reported and then recorded in the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log.

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Qualifications

04309. The following table specifies the minimum rank and qualification required by personnel to conduct and participate in live firing training on the ETR: SA (07) Cadet Ser Appointment Remarks Qualification (a) (b) (c) (d) 1 RCO (LR) (07) See Note 1. 2 Safety Supervisor (SR), (LR) (07) or See Note 1. (ARD) 3 OIC Console (LR) (07) or (ARD) See Note 2. 4 Ammo Orderly None NCO/CFAV 5 Firer — See Note 1.

Notes: 1. The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months. 2. If AMS is fitted and is to be used the OIC Console must hold Spec Qual 2861 or be qualified to use AMS.

Actions by RCO

04310. The RCO must complete the following actions:

a. Read Range Orders.

b. Check the standard layout for targets. Any change in this layout requires time to set up.

c. Check that the required EASI module for the practices to be fired is available and that the EASI system is serviceable.

d. Triple target bars may be required for LSW firing. Check that they are available and can be fitted.

e. Ensure that 2 cadets/CFAV carry and erect grouping and zeroing screens required on the grouping and zeroing range.

f. Check trenches and firing posts, where specified, for availability and serviceability.

g. Range Orders will specify which lanes and which firing points can be used.

h. Check that targets are visible to all intended firing positions.

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i. Confirm firing hours and responsibility for positioning boundary flags, sentries and barriers. j. If installed, a check of the AMS Console and Firing Point monitors. k. Sign on the range by filling in the appropriate parts of the MOD Form 906 — Land Range Log, prior to firing. l. Ensure that the range in use flag is displayed in accordance with Range Orders. m. Sign off the range by completing the MOD Form 906. This must be done on completion of training and in any case before the RCO leaves the range.

Testing 04311. The console party, together with any required sentries or staff to put out boundary flags, are to arrive in sufficient time to be briefed and practiced as applicable. A rehearsal should include the following: a. Check with the range warden that all target mechanism boxes are open before any switches in the console building are operated. b. Check that all lanes are functioning. c. Check that the target layout is as requested and carry out a rehearsal of target exposures and timings for the practices to be fired. d. Test the PA system and other communications. e. Test both AMS and EASI if available.

Restrictions 04312. The following restrictions for the use of the ETR are to be adhered to: a. The maximum permitted QE is 150 mils and must not be exceeded. Therefore, firing must only take place on the recognised firing point, at targets that are correctly positioned. c. Automatic Fire. The following restrictions on automatic firing are to be adhered to: (1) Automatic fire using a bipod/tripod supported weapon is only permitted from the prone or fire trench position. (2) Automatic fire by sense of direction is not allowed under any circumstances. (3) Range Orders must be consulted prior to use.

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Conduct

04313. Before Firing. The following points are to be covered:

a. General Briefing. It is essential that firers receive a full safety brief and are fully briefed on the range procedures.

b. Firing Point Briefing. Immediately prior to starting the practice, firers are to be briefed on:

(1) Reminder of lane/target number.

(2) Details of the practice including number of rounds to be fired (where applicable).

(3) The wearing of issued, serviceable hearing protection.

c. Firing Point. No one is allowed on the firing point unless authorised by the RCO.

d. Words of Command. The RCO is to ensure that all firers can hear his words of command. A loudhailer or PA system is to be used. The conditions of the practice to be fired dictate the orders to be given and are contained within the endorsed Service Manuals.

e. Adjacent Range Use. The RCO is to consult Range Orders for details.

f. The RCO is NOT to conduct the practice from inside the console building.

h. Limit of Advance. The limit of advance permitted on the range is normally 125 meters forward of the main firing point. However, this may vary from range to range. The RCO should consult Range Orders to find out the exact distance firers are permitted to advance in front of the main firing point.

04314. Console Personnel. Rules for the console personnel are:

a. During practices no one but the OIC console, the operators and/or timekeepers are to be in the console building. Ammunition is not to be in the building.

b. The signal to expose targets is given by the RCO on the firing point.

c. All timed exposures are to be controlled by use of the EASI system or by timekeepers using a stop watch and time chart.

d. Scores are to be recorded on the butt register as a total for each lane. They are then read out over the PA system to the firers as individual hits per range,

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and a total for the practice. Re-set buttons on the console are not to be operated until the order “Cancel scores” is given by the RCO.

04315. Ammunition. The type of ammunition to be fired on the range will be stated on the MOD Form 904. Ammunition is only to be issued to details about to fire. Firers engaged in concurrent activity are NOT to have any live ammunition in their possession.

04316. Targets. The targets and accessories available on an ETR are described in Reference A (JSP 403 Volume 2). Detailed description of the FET mechanism is contained in User Handbook for the Electrical Target Equipment, Fixed (Army Code No. 14899).

04317. Zeroing. Initial grouping and zeroing can be carried out using AMS. Where this facility is not provided, zeroing can be conducted using screens on the adjacent Grouping and Zeroing Range or on the ETR. If grouping and zeroing screens are used each must be carried and erected by 2 cadets or CFAVs.

04318. Control of Practices from 400 to 600 metres. A ‘range in use’ red flag is normally hoisted on the pole provided above the console building. This flag is located furthest from the console door and is to remain hoisted whilst firing is in progress at any distance. When firing is to take place from the firing points behind the console building, a second flag is required to be used as the ‘butt’ flag. This flag is located just outside the console door and must be operated from cover. The following points are to be complied with:

a. On orders from the RCO the console party are to lower the console building butt flag and remain under cover.

b. Except in an emergency the console building butt flag is only to be raised on orders from the RCO.

c. Communication to the console building is by means of telephone/radio. A telephone plug-in point is located on each firing point.

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Weapon Safety

04319. Weapon Drills. During all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready, the barrel is to be kept pointed horizontally at the target.

04320. Cross Lane Firing. It is a condition of the shape of the ETR danger area that firers are confined to target lanes and that all firing takes place parallel to the range axis. Therefore cross lane firing is prohibited.

04321. Movement. During movement between positions and during fire with movement practices with rifle and LSW the safety catch is to be applied.

04322. After Firing. If, at the end of a practice, firers are required to leave the firing point or to move forward, ie to examine targets, then weapons are to be unloaded and inspected before the order to move is given by the RCO.

04323. Ammunition. Magazines are to contain the precise number of rounds for the practice to be fired. The ammunition is to be issued on the firing point and a CFAV is to be appointed to supervise and account for it.

04324. Weapon Inspection. At the end of a practice and on completion of firing, weapons are to be inspected by the Safety Supervisor while the firers remain in the firing position.

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Annex A to Chapter 4

THE HEADINGS CONTAINED IN THIS RANGE ACTION AND SAFETY PLAN (RASP) ARE AN EXAMPLE AND ONLY TO BE USED AS A GUIDE FOR PLANNING

Your Reference Unit Address

Until Telephone Details

See Distribution Date

RANGE ACTION AND SAFETY PLAN (RASP) - RIFLE LF 9

References. List the references to be used in the RASP. For example:

A. Inf Trg Vol IV Pam 21-C, Regulations for Cadets Training with Cadet and Infantry Weapon Systems and Pyrotechnics - 2008.

General

1. Opening paragraph stating the aim of the range and outlining who, when and where the activity is to take place.

Aim

2. State the aim of the RASP.

Appointments

3. List the key appointments, for example:

Ser Appointment Rank Name Quals Held Remarks 1 Exercise Director 2 Senior Planning Officer 3 Planning Officer 4 RCO

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Ser Appointment Rank Name Quals Held Remarks 5 Safety Supervisors/Coaches 6 Ammunition NCO/CFAV 7 OIC Console/Butt IC 8 Medical 9 Concurrent Activity Co-ordinating Instructions

4. Activity Risk Assessment. State if the Safe System of Training is in place or, if not, include the risk assessment and where appropriate the 2* dispensation to cover the aspect that does not comply.

a. Safe System of Training. Should any training incident or accident occur the details contained in Section 6 of Chapter One of Reference A are to be followed. It is the responsibility of the RCO to ensure that the procedure is understood by all members of the range staff and firers.

5. Medical Risk Assessment. Explain in outline the Medical Risk Assessment:

a. Immediate Action (IA)

(1) Explain and list the IA procedure.

b. Minor Casualty. After the IA, the following plan will be carried out:

(1) Explain the procedure for a minor casualty.

c. Major Casualty. After the IA, the following plan will be carried out:

(1) Explain the procedure for a major casualty.

6. Changes/Amendments to the Activity Plan. State that any change is to be recorded and signed by the RCO.

Staff Duties

7. RCO. List the responsibilities of the RCO to conduct the range.

8. Safety Supervisors. List the responsibilities of the Safety Supervisors or Coaches.

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9. Console Operator/Butt IC. List the responsibilities of the Console Operator or Butt IC.

10. Medical. List the responsibilities of the nominated medic.

11. Telephone Orderly. List the duties of the Telephone Orderly (if applicable).

12. Ammunition NCO. List the responsibilities of the Ammunition NCO/CFAV.

Action At Range Control

13. State the procedure for the RCO on arrival at the range.

Staff Brief

14. State the staff brief for the RCO.

15. Additional points pertinent to the Safety Supervisors/ Coaches must be covered as follows:

a. State the additional points.

16. Additional points pertinent to the Console Operator/Butt IC must be covered as follows:

a. State the additional points.

17. Additional points pertinent to any Sentries/Telephone Orderly/Ammunition NCO/CFAV must be covered as follows:

a. State the additional points (as applicable).

Setting Up

18. The RCO is to ensure the following are carried out:

a. State the actions to be carried out.

Rehearsals

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On arrival of the Firers

20. List the sequence of events to be followed:

a. NSPs. State the procedure for conducting the firers’ NSPs.

b. Hearing Protection. State the importance of checking for serviceable, issued hearing protection and include the mandatory requirement to wear hearing protection.

c. Additional Weapon Safety Checks. For example, checking the barrel of the Rifle and LSW for obstructions.

d. Details. State the information for each detail and include the change round procedure.

Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Firers Concurrent Activity Butts Re-shoots if Butts Firers Concurrent Activity required and time Concurrent Activity Butts Firers permits e. Safety Brief. The Safety Brief to firers must cover the following:

(1) List the safety points.

f. Range Area Layout. Explain the layout of the area.

g. Revision. Conduct relevant revision.

h. Introduction. Give an introduction to the LFMT (include the reason why, incentive and aim).

i. Scoring System/Standards. Explain the scoring system/standards and HPS/Pass Mark.

j. Ammunition. List the ammunition and magazine requirements.

k. Range Clearance. The RCO is to obtain clearance from Range Control prior to firing commencing.

Completion Of Each Detail

21. On completion of each detail the following procedure is to be followed:

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a. Explain the procedure for completion of each detail.

Completion Of The Last Detail

21. On completion of the last detail the following procedure is to be followed:

a. Explain the procedure for completion of last detail.

Return Of Ammunition

22. Once ammunition has been returned to store:

a. List the actions to be carried out on returning ammunition to the store.

(Signature)

Name Rank For Exercise Director

Annexes:

A. Conducting notes. B. Time Chart C. Admin Instruction.

Distribution:

OC A Coy CQMS A Coy 2IC A Coy All Safety Supervisors CSM A Coy Console Operator/IC Butts

Copy to:

RLO SENTA CO (Exercise Director) Training Wing Officer 5

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Annex A to Reference Dated

CONDUCTING NOTES

1. The conducting notes for the live firing lesson are to be included here.

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Chapter 5 WEAPON HANDLING TESTS FOR WEAPONS AND PYROTECHNICS ISSUED TO CADET FORCES Scope CONTENTS 0501. Chapter 5 sets out all those SCOPE 5-1 weapon and pyrotechnic Weapon Handling WHTS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 5-1 Tests (WHT) issued to Cadet Forces. LAYOUT 5-1

FREQUENCY 5-1 WHTs General Instructions CONDUCT AND TESTING 5-1 0502. Purpose. The purpose of the USE OF PYROTECHNICS BY CADETS 5-2 WHTs is to provide a measure of personal THE NO. 8 RIFLE 5-3 weapon handling skill throughout the Cadet THE L98A1 CADET GP RIFLE 5-7 Forces in line with safety and handling requirements. Mandatory testing ensures THE L81A2 CADET TARGET RIFLE 5-12 that handling skills of all personnel, up to THE L85A2 RIFLE 5-17 and including the rank of lieutenant colonel, L86A2 LSW 5-22 where relevant, are monitored accurately THE L98A2 CADET GP RIFLE 5-27 and rectified if necessary. SIMULATOR BATTLE SOUND (SBS) L35A1 5-35

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Layout L50 SIGNAL SMOKE GRENADE 5-39 0503. Each WHT follows a similar SIGNAL SMOKE GRENADE L64-L71 AND L100/L101 SERIES 5-41 sequence, stating the occasions where testing is to take place, giving guidance on ROCKET HAND FIRED L10A1, L11A1 AND L12A1 5-43 conduct and any restrictions, and defining standards to be achieved. ROCKET HAND FIRED L5A4 5-45 SIGNAL KIT PYROTECHNIC 16 MM MINIFLARE 5-47 Frequency FLARE TRIPWIRE KIT L10A1 5-50 L1A1 SMOKE GENERATOR 5-55 0504. WHTs must always be successfully completed prior to initial live firing of any Infantry or Cadet Weapon System. Following initial live firing, WHTs must be successfully completed within six months prior to firing any weapons or pyrotechnics.

Conduct and Testing 0505. WHTs for all Inf and Cadet (WS) must be conducted in strict accordance with the conditions set out in this chapter. The WHTs must be conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms Instructor who has demonstrated currency and competence by passing the specific WHTs for the weapon he/she is conducting tests for, within the specified time frame.

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Use of Pyrotechnics by Cadets 0506. It is strictly forbidden for Cadets to be issued or use any form of pyrotechnic. Pyrotechnics may only be used by competent CFAVs.

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THE NO. 8 RIFLE WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. Cadets and CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the No. 8 Rifle are to be competent in its use. Passing the WHTs proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit personal record.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs Cadets and CFAVs are to have completed the rifle lessons contained in The Cadet Manual.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A Cadet or CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the Cadet or CFAV is not competent in the use of the rifle. Retesting is to be carried out after completion of remedial training.

WHTs No. 8 Rifle Test No Subject Stores Preparation Conditions Markings 1 Safety No 8 Rifle Before the Order the cadet/CFAV to The cadet/CFAV Table cadet/CFAV is pick up the rifle and put passes the test only called forward, it on the table. Keeping if all the actions are lay the rifle on the muzzle pointing in carried out correctly. the ground such a direction that no unloaded, bolt damage will arise in the closed and the event of an accident dis- safety catch not charge, the cadet/CFAV applied. should: a. Pick up the rifle. b. Push the safety catch fully forward. c. Open the breech by moving the bolt to the rear. d. Check the cham ber is empty/ clear. e. Lay the rifle on the table with the bolt open.

2 Safety No 8 Rifle The rifle is laid Order the cadet/CFAV to The cadet/CFAV on the table from hand you the weapon passes the test only Table the previous test. from the table. Keeping if all the actions are The instructor is the muzzle pointing in carried out correctly. to close the bolt such a direction so that but not apply the no danger will arise in safety catch. the event of an acciden- tal discharge, he should: a. Pick up the rifle. b. Push the safety catch fully forward. c. Open the breech by moving the bolt to the rear. d. Check for himself that the chamber is empty/clear. e. State the rifle is unloaded. f. Hand it over to the instructor with the bolt open.

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Test No Subject Stores Preparation Conditions Assessment 3 Load No 8 1. The instructor 1. Order “Prone Position The cadet/CFAV Rifle is to lay the rifle – Down – Load”. The passes the test only on the floor, bolt cadet/CFAV is to go if all the actions are open, safety through the actions of carried out correctly. catch forward. loading the rifle. The sights are not to be set at The cadet/CFAV 25. passes the test only if all the actions are 2. No ammuni- 2. The action is completed carried out correctly tion to be used when the bolt is closed and questions for this or any and the safety catch is set answered correctly. other test. This at Safe (on). is to be explained to the cadet. Question the cadet/CFAV Answer 3. Why must a .22 round If the round is not be hand fed into the cham- correctly seated in ber until resistance is felt? the chamber it may cause a premature explosion. 4 Sight No 8 Rifle loaded from 1. Order a range (25m). 1. The cadet/CFAV Setting Rifle Test 3. passes the test if and a.The cadet/CFAVis to fold up the rear sight they make 2 or less Misfire mistakes and he Drill and set it to the range ordered answers the ques- b. The instructor is to tions correctly check the sights.

2. Order “1 Round – In 2. If the cadet/CFAV Your Own Time – Go fails to comply with On”. any rule of safety whilst carrying out the test he fails regardless of success in any other 3. Order “Misfire”. part of the training a. The cadet/CFAV test. should remain in the aiming position for 5 seconds. Order “Round Not Fired”. b. The cadet/CFAV should then unload the misfired round and place it aside. c. Load the next round and carry on firing.

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Test No Subject Stores Preparation Conditions Assessment

5 Unload No 8 Rifle Question the Cadet/CFAV

1. Order “Stop-Unload”. The cadet should: a. Open the breech by moving the bolt to the rear. Look into the chamber to ensure it is clear, then close the bolt. b. Bring the rifle into the shoulder, aim at the target or bullet catcher and operate the trigger. Open the breech and lower the back sight.

2. Order “Stand Up”. The cadet should : a. Lay the rifle down on its left side. b. Stand up, leaving the rifle on the floor, with the bolt open.

Question the Cadet/CFAV Answer 1. What must you NOT do with a misfired .22 round? 1. The cadet/CFAV must state: Under no circumstances will a misfired round be reloaded in an attempt to refire it. The misfired round must be kept sep- 2. What action would take arate. if: a. A bullet is not heard or seen to Strike the target? Answer b. The noise made by the a & b, Inform the explosion of the round Range Conducting going off is less than normal? Officer

Marking: P = Pass – A pass standard in all tests. F = Fail – Any safety mistake or a fail in any test.

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THE L98A1 CADET GP RIFLE WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. Cadets and CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L98A1 Rifle are to be competent in its use. Passing the WHTs proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit personal record.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs Cadets and CFAVs are to have completed the rifle lessons contained in The Cadet Manual.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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WHTs L98A1 Cadet GP Rifle

Test No Subject Stores Preparation Conditions Assessment 1 Safety GP Rifle 1. Before the 1. Order the cadet/CFAV The cadet/CFAV pass- cadet/CFAV is to hand you the rifle. He es the test only if he Magazine called for- should: carries out all actions (fitted ward lay the a. Lie down behind the correctly. with dep- rifle on the rifle. ressor) b. Ensure that it is ground pointing in a safe direc- Chair (empty maga- tion. zine fitted) c. Put the safety catch and the safe- to S. ty catch not d. Remove the maga- applied. zine and place in the pouch. Cock the 2. Tell him to weapon and check that sit down, take the breech is empty. his name and e. Allow the working enter it on the parts to go forward. f. Put the safety catch assessment to F. sheet. g. Operate the trigger. h. Put the safety catch to S. i. Close the dust cover. j. Stand up. k. Check the safety catch is at safe prior to cocking the weapon, operate the holding open catch, check for himself and then show you that the body chamber and bolt face are clear and then hand over the rifle. l. The instructor, having received the rifle, will operate the bolt release catch, put the safety catch to Fire ‘F’, operate the trigger, put the safety catch to Safe ‘S’ and close the dust cover.

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Test No Subject Stores Preparation Conditions Assessment 2 Stripping GP Rifle Arrange the 1. Order the cadet/CFAV 1. The main purpose of and with stores on the to strip the rifle (the bolt the test is to assess the Cleaning sling fit- table. carrier assembly is to cadet’s/CFAV’s ability to ted. be removed but NOT strip and assemble the stripped into its compo- rifle. Cleansing nent parts). Kit com- 2. The cadet/CFAV plete 2. Ask the cadet/CFAV passes if he makes no with to answer or demon- more than 2 mistakes. Flanne- strate the answers to llette. three of the following: 3. If he fails to comply a. Cleaning the barrel with any rule of safety Table using the cleaning whilst carrying out the rod. test he fails regardless b. Cleaning the barrel of success of 2 above. using the pullthrough. 4. NO time limit to be c. What is the maxi- set. mum size of flannellette that can by used to clean or lubricate the bore? d. Show how you would remove any fouling or debris from the chamber. e. Show how you would examine the barrel for cleanliness. f. When should magazines be stripped? g. Strip and assemble a magazine. 3. Order the Cadet/CFAV to ‘Assemble the Rifle and carry out the function test’. The cadet/CFAV is to conduct the functions test from the prone position.

3 Magazine Magazine Start with the 1. Order the The cadet/CFAV passes filling magazine cadet/CFAVto fill 10 the test if he fills and 10 loose empty. rounds. empties the magazine drill correctly (Target time rounds. 2. Order the cadet to 20 seconds). empty the magazine. Table

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Test No Subject Stores Preparation Conditions Assessment 4 Loading Rifle with 1. Lay out the 1. Order “Adopt the The cadet/CFAV passes in Prone sling fit- ground sheet. prone position”. this test if no mistakes Position ted were made. 2. Ensure 2. cadet/CFAV adopts 2 Maga- that the prone position. zines cadet/CFAV has 1 maga- 3. Order “With a maga- 2 Drill zine filled zine of 2 drill rounds, Rounds with 2 drill load”. 1 rounds and 1 4. Order “Ready”. Ground magazine Sheet with depressor fitted. 3. cadet/CFAV standing at ease, both magazines in the pouch with the pouch fastened. 5 Making As for The 1. Order “With a maga- Safe Test 4 cadet/CFAV zine of 2 drill rounds, will be in the make safe”. prone posi- Irrespective of the state tion (follwing of readiness the Test 4). weapon is in, the cadet/CFAVshould unload as taught, then put on a magazine of 2 rounds. 2. Order “Ready”.

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Test No Subject Stores Preparation Conditions Assessment 6 Stoppages As for The 1. Order “In your own Test 4 cadet/CFAV time, go on”. will be in the 2. Cadets/CFAVs prone posi- should carry out IA and tion (follwing then empty magazine Test 5). drill after firing 2 rounds. 3. After completion of drill, order “Rifle firing alright – rifle stops”. 4. Cadets/CFAVs should carry out IA. 5. On examination of body and chamber, order “Rounds in the magazine, chamber clear”. 6. On completion of the drill, order “Rifle firing alright – rifle stops”. 7. Cadets/CFAVs should carry out IA. 8. On examination of body and chamber, order “Obstruction”. 9. The test is not complete until the safety catch is at ‘F’, the weapon reaimed and the trigger operated. 10.Order “Stop”. 7 Unloading As for The 1. Order “Unload”. Test 4 Cadet/CFAV will be in the 2. The Cadet/CFAV prone posi- unloads as taught. His tion (follwing final actions should be Test 6). to close the dust cover, pick up the ejected rounds, clean then replace them in the magazine, fasten the pouch, stand up and stand at ease.

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THE L81A2 CADET TARGET RIFLE WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. Cadets and CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L81A2 Cadet Target Rifle are to be competent in its use. Passing the WHTs proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit personal record.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs Cadets and CFAVs are to have completed the rifle lessons contained in The Cadet Manual.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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WHTs L81A2 Cadet Target Rifle Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 1 Safety 1 L81A2 Rifle, 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to The Cadet/CFAV with bolt pick up the rifle and put it on is awarded closed and the table. The Cadet/CFAV, ‘Fail’ is the safety catch without further direction and safety actions not applied, keeping the rifle pointing in a are not carried standing on safe direction, is to: out as listed. its bipod on a. Pick up the rifle. the ground b. Check that the safety with a catch is off (fully forward) Breech Flag then open the bolt. beside it. c. Check the chamber is clear. Table. d. Insert the Breech Flag. 2. Ask the Cadet/CFAV to demonstrate what would be done if no Breech Flag was available. The bolt should be removed and left out. Order the Cadet/CFAV to replace the bolt. The Serial Number should be checked before replacement. 2 Safety 2 As safety 1 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to The Cadet/CFAV above. hand over the rifle. The is awarded Cadet/CFAV, without further ‘Fail’ is the direction and keeping the rifle safety actions pointing in a safe direction, is are not carried to: out as listed. a. Pick up the rifle. b. Show the chamber and bolt way are clear. Replace the Breech Flag. c. State that the rifle is unloaded and hand it over.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 3 Unpacking, L81A2 rifle, 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to pre- 1. The answer Preparation bipod fixed, pare the rifle for cleaning. The to question a. for with bolt Cadet/CFAV should remove the must be cor- Cleaning, open and bolt, checking the Serial rect. Cleaning with a Number against that on the action, then remove th Breech and Breech Flag 2. Standard: Flag. Stop the Cadet/CFAV and a. Pass: 1 to Reassembly inserted. ask question a. and any three 2 mistakes. . of the four remaining questions. b. Fail: More a. On unpacking the rifle, than 2 mis- what must you fit first? takes. b. In addition to flannellette and a jag or phosphor 3. Award no bronze brush, what must qualification if you always use with a any mistake cleaning rod? affects safety. c. What size flannellette is used to clean the barrel? d. What would you use to clean the chamber? e. What would you use for cleaning the stock? 2. Order the Cadet/CFAV to replace the bolt. The Cadet/CFAV should, without further direction, check that the Serial Numbers on the bolt and the rifle match, reinsert the bolt and insert a Breech Flag. 3. Tell the Cadet/CFAV to place the rifle on the floor, then step back so that the rifle is ready for the next test. 4 Firing Rifle stand- 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to pre- The Cadet/CFAV Proce-dures ing on floor, pare the shoot. The Cadet/CFAV is awarded 1 - bolt open, should put on the sling. ‘Fail’ is the Preparation. Breech Flag 2. Order the Cadet/CFAV to pick safety actions inserted, up the rifle. The Cadet/CFAV is are not carried Sling and (if to pick up the rifle, check it is out as listed. available) unloaded and re-insert the undamaged Breech Flag. drill rounds 3. Order the Cadet/CFAV to put and scale the rifle on the Firing Point. target. The Cadet/CFAV is to set the rifle on the Firing Point, pointing down range.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 5 Firing Sling, Rifle 1. Order "Adopt the prone 1. Standard: Procedures on bipod with position. Pick up the rifle". a. Pass: 1 to 2 Breech Flag The Cadet/CFAV is to adopt the 2 mistakes. inserted and prone position, pick up the rifle b. Fail: More (if available) and attach the sling. than 2 mis- 3 undam- takes. aged drill 2. Order "Load". The rounds and Cadet/CFAV is to remove the 2. Award no scale target. Breech Flag, place a round in qualification if the bolt way and slide it into the any mistake chamber either by hand or by affects safety. pushing the bolt forward; put the rifle butt in the shoulder and close the bolt with the barrel horizontal, pointing at the target.

3. Order "Fire". The Cadet/CFAV is to fire the round, open the bolt and lower the butt to the ground.

4. Order "Go on". The Cadet/CFAV is to insert another round, put the butt to the shoulder and close the bolt. As soon as the bolt is closed, say "The coach says Stop, Rest". The Cadet/CFAVis to open the bolt and take the rifle from the shoulder.

5. Coach orders "Get ready - Go on". The Cadet/CFAV is to return the rifle to the shoulder, close the bolt and prepare to fire.

6. Say "The Range Officer orders ‘Stop’ ". The Cadet/CFAV is to open the bolt, take the rifle from the shoulder and complete the Unload but does not need to put in a Breech Flag unless told to.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 5 Firing Proce- Sling, Rifle 7. Order "Carry on". The 1. Standard: cont dures 2 on bipod with Cadet/CFAV is to reload and a. Pass: 1 to Breech Flag fire. 2 mistakes. inserted and b. Fail: More (if available) 8. Immediately say "Trigger than 2 mis- 3 undam- operates but round does takes. aged drill not fire". The Cadet/CFAVis to rounds and remain in the aim for 10 sec- 2. Award no scale target. onds. Say "Round still does qualification if not fire". The Cadet/CFAV is to any mistake carry out the procedure for affects safety. unloading a live round. set the round aside, load another round and continue firing.

9. Immediately say "That was your last round". The Cadet/CFAV is to unload, check the chamber and look for the individual to inspect the rifle. Then once inspected, insert a Breech Flag.

10. Ask the following questions: a. What would you do if you had no Breech Flag? b. What must you check before inserting the bolt?

11. Tell the Cadet/CFAV to leave the rifle on the pointm dress back and remove the sling. The test is over.

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THE L85A2 RIFLE WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS (FOR USE WITH DCCT ONLY)

General 1. Cadets and CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L85A2 Rifle are to be competent in its use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit personal record.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs Cadets and CFAVs are to have completed the rifle lessons contained in Pamphlet No. 5 (The SA80 (5.56mm) System (Rifle, Light Support and Carbine) and Associated Equipment).

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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WHTs RIFLE

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Safety Rifle with 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to ‘take The cadet/CFAV sling fitted, control of the weapon’, without is to be awarded unloaded, further direction the cadet/CFAV is ‘Fail’ if the safe- safety catch to take control of the weapon and ty actions are not at ‘F’, change carry out NSPs. carried out cor- lever at ‘R’, 2. Order the Cadet/CFAV to hand rectly. weapon lying over the weapon. The cadet/CFAV on the is to, point the muzzle in a safe ground. direction and carry out NSPs before handling over their weapon to the instructor.

2 Stripping, Rifle with 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to strip 1. Standard: Cleaning sling fitted, the rifle (the bolt carrier assembly Pass — 1 or 2 and unloaded, is to be removed but NOT stripped mistakes. Assembling cleaning roll into its component parts). Fail — More (with combi- 2. Ask the Cadet/CFAVto answer than 2 mistakes. nation tool or demonstrate the answers to 2. Award no out), three of the following: qualification if flanelette and a. Cleaning the barrel using the any mistake oil. cleaning rod. affects safety. b. Cleaning the barrel using the pullthrough. c. What is the maximum size of flannelette that can be used to clean or lubricate the bore? d. Show how you would remove any fouling or debris from the chamber. e. Show how you would examine the barrel for cleanliness. f. When should magazines be stripped? g. Strip and assemble a magazine. 3. Order the Cadet/CFAV to ‘Assemble the Rifle and carry out the function test’. The cadet/CFAV is to conduct the functions test from the prone position.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking

3 Magazine 30 rounds, 1. On the command “Go” Standard: Filling magazine, the Cadet/CFAV fills his Pass — Less than 75 stopwatch. magazine with 30 rounds seconds. by hand. Fail — Over 75 sec- Instructor’s onds. Note: All ammunition is to be removed from the magazine. Fit depressor. 4 Loading – Rifle, one full Give the command “Adopt 1. The Cadet/CFAV is Prone magazine in the Prone Position”. to be told that no time Position fastened “Load”. Pouches must be limit is imposed but pouch. refastened. that all actions should be carried out quickly and correctly. 2. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Instructor’s Fail — More than 1 Note: Load mistake. with a maga- Instructor’s Note: Leave 3. Award no qualifica- zine fitted with weapon loaded for tion if any mistake a depressor. Test No 5. affects safety. 5 Ready Drill Rifle loaded Once the Cadet/CFAVhas 1. The actions tested Prone (from Test aligned himself, on to the are those relating to Position No. 4), target order “Ready” or the Ready Drill only. representative issue a range. 2. The Cadet/CFAV is targets to be told that no time limit is imposed but that all actions should be carried out quickly and correctly. 3. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Fail — More than 1 mistake. 4. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 6 Immediate Rifle loaded 1. Order “Fire”. 1. The actions tested Action (IA) (from Test 2. Order “Rifle firing alright are those relating to the No. 5), – rifle stops”. Cadet/CFAV (IA) Drill only. representative to carry out the IA...”Cocking 2. The Cadet/CFAV is targets handle fully forward”. to be told that no time Cadet/CFAV is to tap for- limit is imposed but that ward on the cocking handle all actions should be and continue firing. carried out quickly and 3. Order “Rifle fires alright” correctly. “Stop”. 3. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Fail — More than 1 mistake. 4. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety. 7 IA and Rifle loaded, 1. Order “Fire” “Rifle firing 1. The actions tested Loose representative alright – rifle stops”. are those relating to the Magazine targets. Cadet/CFAV to carry out the Loose Magazine Drill Drill IA...”Cocking handle fully only. forward”. Cadet/CFAV is to 2. The Cadet/CFAV is tap forward on the cocking to be told that no time handle and continue firing. limit is imposed but that 2. Order “Rifle still fails to all actions should be car- fire”. ried out quickly and cor- 3. On examination of body rectly. and chamber order “Rounds 3. Standard: in magazine – chamber Pass — 1 mistake. clear”. Allow the Fail — More than 1 mis- Cadet/CFAV to complete the take. drill and fire. 4. Award no qualification 4. Order “Stop”. if any mistake affects safety. 8 IA and Rifle loaded, 1. Order “Fire” “Rifle firing 1. The actions tested Obstruction representative alright – rifle stops”. are those relating to the Drill targets. Cadet/CFAV to carry out the Obstruction Drill only. IA...“Cocking handle NOT 2. The Cadet/CFAV is fully forward”. to be told that no time 2. On examination of body limit is imposed but that and chamber, order all actions should be “Obstruction”. carried out quickly and 3. When the Cadet/CFAV correctly. has removed the magazine 3. Standard: and attempted to clear the Pass — 1 mistake. obstruction by hand or using Fail — More than 1 mis- a tool from the maintenance take. kit, order “Obstruction 4. Award no qualification Clear”. if any mistake affects 4. When the Cadet/CFAV safety. has visually inspected the chamber, order “Chamber Clear”. 5. Cadet/CFAV is to complete the obstriction drill. 6. Order “Stop”.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 9 IA and Rifle 1. Instruct the Cadet/CFAVto 1. The actions tested Empty loaded, rep- cock the weapon and apply the are those relating to Magazine resentative Holding Open Catch, with the the Empty Magazine Drill targets. working parts held to the rear, Drill only. order “Test and adjust – fire” 2. The Cadet/CFAV is “Rifle firing alright – rifle to be told that no time stops”. limit is imposed but 2. Cadet/CFAV is to carry out that all actions should the IA...”Empty Magazine”. be carried out quickly Cadet/CFAV is to carry out the and correctly. drill for an empty magazine. 3. Standard: 3. When the Cadet/CFAV has Pass — 1 mistake. completed the drill and contin- Fail — More than 1 ued firing, order “Stop”. mistake. 4. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety. 10 Unloading Rifle loaded The test follows on from Test 1. The Cadet/CFAV is and ready No. 9. Give the command to be told that no time (from Test “Unload”. The test is not com- limit is imposed but No. 9) plete until the Cadet/CFAV has that all actions should recovered the ejected round, be carried out quickly replaced it in the magazine and correctly. and fastened the pouch. 2. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Fail — More than 1 mistake. 3. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety.

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L86A2 LSW WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. Cadets and CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L86A2 LSW are to be competent in its use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs cadets and CFAVs are to have completed the LSW lessons contained in Pamphlet No. 5-C the L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle (5-56mm), The L86A2 Light Support Weapon and Associated Equipment. Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively and are to be carried out in barracks using drill ammunition.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A Cadet or CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the Cadet or CFAV is not competent in the use of the LSW. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHTs LSW Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Safety LSW with sling 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to ‘take The fitted, unloaded control of the weapon’, without cadet/CFAV is safety catch at further direction the cadet/CFAV to be awarded ‘F’ and change is to take control of the weapon ‘Fail’ if the lever at ‘R’ and carryout NSPs. safety actions weapon lying 2. Order the Cadet/CFAV to hand are not carried on the ground. over the weapon. The out correctly. cadet/CFAV is to, point the muzzle in a safe direction and carryout NSPs before handling over their weapon to the instructor. Note: All drills to be conducted from the prone position. 2 Stripping, LSW with sling 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to strip 1. Standard: Cleaning fitted, the LSW (the bolt carrier assem- Pass — 1 or 2 and unloaded, bly is to be removed but NOT mistakes. Assembling cleaning roll stripped into its component parts). Fail — More (with combina- 2. Ask the Cadet/CFAV to answer than 2 mis- tion tool out), or demonstrate the answers to takes. flanelette and three of the following: 2. Award no oil. a. Cleaning the barrel using the qualification if cleaning rod. any mistake b. Cleaning the barrel using the affects safety. pullthrough. c. What is the maximum size of flannelette that can be used to clean or lubricate the bore? d. Show how you would remove any fouling or debris from the chamber. e. Show how you would examine the barrel for cleanliness. f. When should magazines be stripped? g. Strip and assemble a magazine. 3. Order the Cadet/CFAV to ‘Assemble the LSW and carry out the function test’. The cadet/CFAV is to conduct the functions test from the prone position.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking

3 Magazine 30 rounds, 1. On the command “Go” Standard: Filling magazine, the Cadet/CFAV fills his Pass — Less than 75 stopwatch. magazine with 30 rounds seconds. by hand. Fail — Over 75 sec- Instructor’s onds. Note: All ammunition is to be removed from the magazine. Fit depressor. 4 Loading – LSW, one full 1. Order ‘Bipod 1. The Cadet/CFAV is Prone magazine in Supported Position - to be told that no time Bipod fastened Down’. limit is imposed but Supported pouch. 2. Give the command that all actions should Position ‘Load’. Pouches must be be carried out quickly fastened. and correctly. 2. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Instructor’s Instructor’s Note: Load Fail — More than 1 Note: Load with the magazine fitted mistake. with a maga- with the depressor. Leave 3. Award no qualifica- zine fitted with weapon loaded for Test tion if any mistake a depressor. No. 5. affects safety. 5 Ready Drill LSW loaded 1. Order the Cadet/CFAV to 1. The actions tested Prone (from Test align on the target. are those relating to Position No. 4), 2. Once the Cadet/CFAV the Ready Drill only. representative has aligned himself, on to 2. The Cadet/CFAV is targets the target order “Ready” or to be told that no time issue a range. limit is imposed but that all actions should be carried out quickly and correctly. 3. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Fail — More than 1 mistake. 4. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 6 Immediate LSW loaded 1. Order “Fire”. 1. The actions tested Action (IA) (from Test 2. Order “LSW firing alright are those relating to the No. 5), – LSW stops”. Cadet/CFAV (IA) Drill only. representative to carry out the IA...”Cocking 2. The Cadet/CFAV is targets handle fully forward”. to be told that no time Cadet/CFAV is to tap for- limit is imposed but that ward on the cocking handle all actions should be and continue firing. carried out quickly and 3. Order “LSW fires alright” correctly. “Stop”. 3. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Fail — More than 1 mistake. 4. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety. 7 IA and LSW loaded, 1. Order “Fire” “LSW firing 1. The actions tested Loose representative alright – LSW stops”. are those relating to the Magazine targets. Cadet/CFAV is to carry out Loose Magazine Drill Drill the IA...”Cocking handle only. fully forward”. Cadet/CFAV 2. The Cadet/CFAV is is to tap forward on the cock- to be told that no time ing handle and continue fir- limit is imposed but that ing. all actions should be car- 2. Order “LSW still fails to ried out quickly and cor- fire”. rectly. 3. On examination of body 3. Standard: and chamber order “Rounds Pass — 1 mistake. in magazine – chamber Fail — More than 1 mis- clear”. Allow the take. Cadet/CFAV to complete the 4. Award no qualification drill and fire. if any mistake affects 4. Order “Stop”. safety. 8 IA and LSW loaded, 1. Order “Fire” “LSW firing 1. The actions tested Obstruction representative alright – LSW stops”. are those relating to the Drill targets. Cadet/CFAV to carry out the Obstruction Drill only. IA...“Cocking handle NOT 2. The Cadet/CFAV is fully forward”. to be told that no time 2. On examination of body limit is imposed but that and chamber, order all actions should be “Obstruction”. carried out quickly and 3. When the Cadet/CFAVhas correctly. removed the magazine and 3. Standard: attempted to clear the Pass — 1 mistake. obstruction by hand or using Fail — More than 1 mis- a tool from the maintenance take. kit, order “Obstruction 4. Award no qualification Clear”. if any mistake affects 4. When the Cadet/CFAV safety. has visually inspected the chamber, order “Chamber Clear”. 5. Cadet/CFAV is to complete the obstriction drill. 6. Order “Stop”.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 9 IA and LSW loaded, 1. Instruct the Cadet/CFAV to 1. The actions tested Empty representa- cock the weapon and apply the are those relating to Magazine tive targets. Holding Open Catch, with the the Empty Magazine Drill working parts held to the rear, Drill only. order “Test and adjust – fire” 2. The Cadet/CFAV is “LSW firing alright – LSW to be told that no time stops”. limit is imposed but 2. Cadet/CFAV is to carry out that all actions should the IA...”Empty Magazine”. be carried out quickly Cadet/CFAV is to carry out the and correctly. drill for an empty magazine. 3. Standard: 3. When the Cadet/CFAV has Pass — 1 mistake. completed the drill and contin- Fail — More than 1 ued firing, order “Stop”. mistake. 4. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety. 10 Unloading LSW loaded The test follows on from Test 1. The Cadet/CFAV is and ready No. 5. Give the command to be told that no time (from Test “Unload”. The test is not com- limit is imposed but No. 9) plete until the Cadet/CFAV has that all actions should recovered the ejected round, be carried out quickly replaced it in the magazine and correctly. and fastened the pouch. 2. Standard: Pass — 1 mistake. Fail — More than 1 mistake. 3. Award no qualification if any mistake affects safety.

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THE L98A2 CADET GP RIFLE WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. Cadets and CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L98A2 Rifle are to be competent in its use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit personal recorded.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking the WHTs Cadets and CFAV are to have completed the rifle lessons contained in Pamphlet No. 5-C The L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle (5.56 mm), L86A2 Light Support Weapon and Associated Equipment.

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructors who have passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively and are to be carried out in barracks using drill ammunition.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass - Pass in all tests. b. Fail - Fail in any test. 7. Training Performance Standards. A Cadet or CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the cadet or CFAV is not competent in the use of the rifle. Retesting is to be carried out after completion of remedial training.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 1 Safety Rifle with sling 1. Order the Cadet or CFAV to The fitted, ‘take control of the weapon’, with- cadet/CFAV is unloaded, out further direction the cadet/CFAV to be awarded safety catch at is to take control of the weapon and ‘Fail’ if the carry out NSPs. ‘F’ weapon safety actions 2. Order the Cadet/CFAV to hand are not carried lying on the over the weapon. The cadet/CFAV out correctly. ground. is to, point the muzzle in a safe direction and carryout NSPs before handling over their weapon to the instructor.

2 Stripping, Rifle with sling 1. Order the Cadet or CFAV to Standard: Cleaning fitted, strip the rifle as for daily and unloaded, cleaning. Ask the following Pass – 1-2 Assembling cleaning kit questions: mistakes. (with a. What size flannelette is used combination to clean the barrel? tool out), b. What size flannelette is used Fail – More flannelette and to oil the barrel? than 2 oil. c. Show how you would remove mistakes. any fouling or debris from the chamber. Fail – If any d. Show how you would mistake examine the barrel for affects safety. cleanliness. e. When should magazines be stripped? 2. Order the Cadet or CFAV to indicate the parts of the combination tool that are used to clean the gas plug 3. Order the Cadet/CFAV to ‘Assemble the Rifle and carry out the function test’. The cadet/CFAV is to conduct the functions test from the prone position.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 3 Magazine Magazine with 1. On the command “Go” Standard: Filling 10 loose drill the Cadet or CFAV fills the rounds, magazine with 10 rounds by Pass – Less stopwatch. hand. than 20 seconds. Instructors Note: All ammunition is Fail – Over 20 to be removed seconds. from the magazine and a magazine fitted with a penny depressor is to be used for the remaining tests.

4 Loading Rifle with sling 1. Order “Adopt the Prone 1. The Prone fitted one Position”, Cadet or CFAV Cadet/CFAV is Position magazine in to adopt the Prone Position. to be told that pouch. 2. Give the command no time limit is “With a magazine fitted imposed but all Instructors Note: with a penny depressor actions should Load with a load”. Pouches must be be carried out magazine fitted refastened. quickly and with a depressor. correctly. Instructors Note: 2. Standard: Leave weapon loaded for Pass – 1 Test No. 5. mistake.

Fail – More than 1 mistake.

Fail – If any mistake affects safety.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 5 Ready Drill Rifle with sling 1. Once the Cadet or 1. The actions fitted, loaded CFAV has aligned tested are those (from Test No.4), himself, on to the target relating to the representative order “Ready”. Ready Drill Only. targets. 2. The Cadet/CFAV is to be told that no time limit is imposed but all actions should be carried out quickly and correctly. 3. Standard: Pass – 1 mistake.

Fail – More than 1 mistake.

Fail – If any mistake affects safety. 6 Making Rifle with sling 1. Order “With a 1. The Cadet/CFAV Safe fitted, loaded magazine fitted with a is to be told that no (from Test No.5), depressor make time limit is representative safe”. imposed but all targets. 2. The Cadet or CFAV actions should be is to unload the weapon carried out quickly as taught and then and correctly. place on a fresh 2. Standard: magazine. Pass – 1 mistake.

Fail – More than 1 mistake.

Fail – If any mistake affects safety.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 7 Stoppages Rifle with sling 1. Order “300” and 1. The actions tested Immediate fitted, loaded then “Fire”. are those relating to Action (IA) (from Test 2. Order “Rifle firing the (IA) Drill only. No.6), alright – rifle stops”. 2. The Cadet/CFAV is representative Cadet or CFAV to carry to be told that no time targets. out the IA drill, limit is imposed but all “Cocking handle fully actions should be forward”. Cadet or carried out quickly and CFAV is to tap forward correctly. on the cocking handle and continue firing. 3. Standard: 3. Order “Rifle fires alright”, “Stop”. Pass – 1 mistake.

Fail – More than 1 mistake.

Fail – If any mistake affects safety. 8 IA and Rifle with sling 1. Order “Fire”, then 1. The actions tested Loose fitted, loaded, “Rifle firing alright – are those relating to Magazine representative rifle stops”. Cadet or the Loose Magazine Drill targets. CFAV to carry out the Drill only. IA drill, “Cocking 2. The Cadet/CFAV is handle fully forward”. to be told that no time Cadet or CFAV is to tap limit is imposed but all forward on the cocking actions should be handle and continue carried out quickly and firing. correctly. 2. Order “Rifle still 3. Standard: fails to fire”. 3. On examination of Pass – 1 mistake. the body and chamber order “Rounds in the Fail – More than 1 magazine – chamber mistake. clear”. Allow the Cadet or CFAV to Fail – If any mistake complete the drill and affects safety. fire. 4. Order “Rifle fires alright”, “Stop”.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 9 IA and Rifle with sling 1. Order “Fire”, then 1. The actions tested Obstruction fitted, loaded, “Rifle firing alright – are those relating to Drill representative rifle stops”. Cadet or the Obstruction Drill targets. CFAV to carry out the only. IA drill, “Cocking 2. The Cadet/CFAV is handle NOT fully to be told that no time forward”. limit is imposed but all 2. On examination of actions should be the body and chamber carried out quickly and order “Obstruction”. correctly. 3. When the Cadet or 3. Standard: CFAV has removed the Pass – 1 mistake. magazine and attempts to clear the obstruction, Fail – More than 1 order “Obstruction mistake. clear”. 4. When the cadet or Fail – If any mistake CFAV has visually affects safety. inspected the chamber, order “Chamber clear”. 5. The Cadet or CFAV is to then complete the obstruction drill. 6. Order “Rifle fires alright”, “Stop”. 10 IA and Rifle with sling 1. Instruct the Cadet or Empty fitted, loaded, CFAV to cock the Magazine representative weapon and apply the Drill targets. Holding Open Catch, with the working parts held to the rear, order “Test and adjust – Fire” “Rifle firing alright - rifle stops”. 2. Cadet or CFAV to carry out IA Drill, order “Empty magazine”. Cadet or CFAV is to carry out the drill for an empty magazine.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 3. When the Cadet or 1. The actions tested CFAV has completed are those relating to the drill and continues the Empty Magazine firing. Drill only. 4. Order “Rifle fires 2. The Cadet/CFAV is alright”, “Stop”. to be told that no time limit is imposed but all actions should be carried out quickly and correctly. 3. Standard: PASS – 1 mistake.

FAIL – More than 1 mistake.

FAIL – If any mistake affects safety. 11 Unloading Rifle with sling 1. Order “Unload”. 1. The Cadet/CFAV is fitted, loaded 2. The test is not to be told that no time and ready complete until the limit is imposed but all (from Test Cadet or CFAV has actions should be No.7). recovered the ejected carried out quickly and round, replaced it in the correctly. magazine and 3. Standard: fastened the pouch. Pass – 1 mistake.

Fail – More than 1 mistake.

Fail – If any mistake affects safety.

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THE SIMULATOR BATTLE SOUND (SBS) L35A1 WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the Simulator Battle Sound (SBS) L35A1 are to be competent in its use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live initiation.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAVs are to have completed the SBS lessons contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the SBS L35A1. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHTs SIMULATOR BATTLE SOUND

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking

1 Description Nil Ask the CFAV the following 1. No time limit. questions: 2. Standards: Pass — All Q. What is the main body answers correct. colour of the SBS? Fail — Any incorrect A. Blue. answer. Q. What is the colour of the ignitor and friction strike? A. Red. 2 Safety Nil Ask the CFAV the following 1. No time limit. questions: 2. Standards: Pass — All Q. What is the minimum answers correct. safety distance for: Fail — One or a. Military personnel? more answers A. 10 metres. incorrect. b. Civilian personnel? A. 100 metres. Q. What is the fuze burn- time? A. 5-9 seconds. Q. When throwing a number of SBS what procedures are to be followed to ensure that they all deto- nate? A. Count the explosions.

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SMOKE SCREENING TRAINING GRENADES — L72 AND L83 WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. This Weapon Handling Test (WHT) is applicable for CFAVs who will be issued with the L72 and L83 Grenades. CFAVs who handle these grenades are to be competent in their use. Passing the WHT proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Immediately prior to initial live throwing. c. Within six months prior to live throwing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAV are to have completed the Smoke Screening Training Grenade lesson contained in Reference D (Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment)).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. There is no drill variant for the L72 and L83 Grenade. Under no circumstances are live Smoke Screening Training Grenades to be used for this test.

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Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test. 7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the Smoke Screening Training Grenade. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed. WHTs SMOKE SCREENING TRAINING GRENADES — L72 and L83 GRENADES

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Description Nil Ask the CFAV the fol- 1. No time limit. of lowing question: 2. Standards: Ammunition Q. What colour is the Pass — Answer body of the grenade? correct. A. Deep bronze green. Fail — Answer incorrect. 2 Safety Nil Ask the CFAV the fol- 1. No time limit. lowing question: 2. Standards: Q. Why are smoke Pass — Answer grenades not allowed correct. to be thrown into occu- Fail — Answer pied buildings or con- incorrect. fined spaces? A. Because of the toxic smoke danger to personnel.

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L50 SIGNAL SMOKE GRENADES WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L50 Signal Smoke Grenades are to be competent in their use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live throwing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAVs are to have completed the L50 Signal Smoke Grenade lesson contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. There is no drill variant for the L50 Grenade. Under no circumstances is the L50 Signal Smoke Grenade to be used during the WHT.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the L50 Signal Smoke Grenade. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHT L50 SIGNAL SMOKE GRENADE

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Description Nil Ask the CFAV the fol- 1. No time limit. and Safety lowing questions: 2. Standards: Q. What colour is the Pass — All body of the grenade? answers correct. A. Eau de nil. Fail — One or more answers Q. Why is it not permit- incorrect. ted to throw the smoke grenade into an occupied building or confined space? A.Because of the toxic smoke danger to personnel. Q. Why is it not permitted to place the smoke grenade by hand? A. On ignition they become hot and will burn the hand.

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SIGNAL SMOKE GRENADES — L64- L71 AND L100/L101 SERIES WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the following Grenades are to be competent in their use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence. a. L64-L67 Series. b. L68-L71 Series. c. L100-L101 Series.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during the relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live throwing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAVs are to have completed the Smoke Screening Training Grenade lesson contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. There is no drill variant for the Signal Smoke Grenade. Under no circumstances are live Signal Smoke Grenades to be used during the WHT.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the Signal Smoke Grenade. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHTs SIGNAL SMOKE GRENADE — L64-L71 AND L100/L101 SERIES

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Description of Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. Ammunition ing question: 2. Standards: Q. What colour is the Pass — Answer body of the grenade? correct. A. Light green. Fail — Answer incorrect. 2 Safety Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. ing question: 2. Standards: Q. Why are smoke Pass — Answer grenades not allowed to correct. be thrown into occupied Fail — Answer buildings or confined incorrect. spaces? A. Because of the toxic smoke danger to personnel. 3 Consider- Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. ations Prior to ing questions: 2. Standards: Throwing Q. When taking up a Pass —All grenade that is not the answers correct. twist and pull type what Fail — One or is the first thing you must more answers check? incorrect. A. That the safety pin is fully home with the ends slightly splayed. Q. When taking up a grenade that is the twist and pull type what is the first thing you must check? A. That the safety arm is in place behind the safety pin. Q. The fuze delay is the same for each series of grenade. What is the fuze delay of the grenades? A. 2.5 – 3 seconds.

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ROCKET HAND FIRED — L10A1, L11A1 AND L12A1 WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the Rocket Hand Fired are to be competent in their use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAVs are to have completed the Rocket Hand Fired lesson contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. There is no drill variant for the Rocket Hand Fired. Under no circumstances is the Rocket Hand Fired to be used during the WHT.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the Rocket Hand Fired. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHTs ROCKET HAND FIRED — L10A1, L11A1 AND L12A1

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Description Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. of ing question: 2. Standards: Ammunition Q. What are the night Pass — Answer time identification sym- correct. bols for the three variants Fail — Answer of the Rocket Hand incorrect. Fired? A. L10A1 - Green, marked with a parachute and triangle, L11A1 - Orange, marked with a parachute and square, L12A1 - Illumination, marked with a parachute and circle. 2 Safety Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. ing questions: 2. Standards: Q. What is the misfire Pass — All time for the Rocket Hand answers correct. Fired? Fail — One or A. 30 seconds. more answers Q. When should a Rocket incorrect. Hand Fired be prepared for firing? A. When required for use. Q. In relation to the top of the Rocket Hand Fired, where should the CFAV position his/her head or any other part of the body? A. So it is not over the top of the flare.

Note: On completion of the test the Instructors are to remind cadet/CFAV that the Rocket Hand Fired are NOT to be fired over the tops of cadets heads.

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ROCKET HAND FIRED – L5A4 WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L5A4 Rocket Hand Fired are to be competent in their use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAVs are to have completed the Rocket Hand Fired lesson contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. There is no drill variant for the Rocket Hand Fired. Under no circumstances is the Rocket Hand Fired to be used during the WHT.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test. 7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the Rocket Hand Fired. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

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WHTs ROCKET HAND FIRED – L5A4

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Description Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. of ing questions: 2. Standards: Ammunition Q. What colour is the Pass — All body of the rocket? answers correct. A. Olive green. Fail — One or Q. What is the colour of more answers the end caps? incorrect. A. Black. 2 Character- Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. istics ing questions: 2. Standards: Q. How long does the Pass — All flare burn for? answers correct. A. 30 seconds. Fail — One or Q. Why should rockets more answers be fired to burst beyond incorrect. the target? A. So the target is silhou- etted. Q. When fired at an angle of 800 mils what is the approximate range of the rocket? A. 300 metres. Q. What is the raised P for on the top of the flare? A. Night time identification. 3 Safety Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. ing questions: 2. Standards: Q. When should the flare Pass — All be prepared for firing? answers correct. A. When required for use. Fail — One or Q. What type of gloves more answers are to be worn when fir- incorrect. ing the flare? A. Issued gloves only. Note: On completion of the test the Instructors are to remind cadet/CFAV that the Rocket Hand Fired are NOT to be fired over the tops of cadets heads.

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THE SIGNAL KIT PYROTECHNIC 16 MM MINIFLARE WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the 16mm Miniflare are to be competent in their use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. Immediately prior to initial live firing. b. Within six months prior to use.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAV are to have completed the Miniflare lesson contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. The straight tubular pistol can be used to assist the CFAV to answer safety rule questions. Under no circumstances is the 16 mm Miniflare cartridge to be used during the WHT.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the Miniflare. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHTs 16 mm MINIFLARE Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Description Nil Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. ing question: 2. Standards: Q. What are the night Pass — Answer identification symbols of correct. the three colours that are Fail — Answer available? incorrect. A. Red – raised cross, Green – raised triangle, White – raised horizontal line. 2 Safety Rules Straight Ask the CFAV the follow- 1. No time limit. Tubular ing questions (allow the 2. Standards: Pistol CFAV to explain his Pass — All answer using the pistol): answers correct. Q. What position must Fail — One or the thumb stud be in more answers when a cartridge is being incorrect. fitted? A. The forward position. Q. In what direction must a pistol with a cartridge attached be pointed? A. Pointed upwards at all times. Q. What must the thumb be kept clear of until the moment of firing? A. The thumb stud. Q. When should a cartridge be attached to the pistol? A. Immediately prior to firing.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 3 Misfire Drill Straight Order the CFAV to carry 1. No time limit. Tubular out the misfire drill: 2. Standards: Pistol 1. Order “Fire, Fails to Pass — All drills Fire”. correct. 2. The CFAV without fur- Fail — One or ther prompting should more drills incor- maintain the firing posi- rect. tion, pull the thumb stud fully to the rear and release it. 3. Still fails to fire. 4. The CFAV without further prompting should remain in the firing position for 15 seconds. Unscrew the cartridge and place to one side.

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THE FLARE TRIPWIRE KIT L10A1 WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L10A1 Tripflare are to be competent in their use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. Immediately prior to setting up and arming a tripflare for the first time. b. Within six months prior to use.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in the appropriate unit records.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAV are to have completed the Tripflare lesson contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who has passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. The Kit Simulator Flare Tripwire L11A1 must be used for the conduct of this test. Under no circumstances is a live tripflare to be used during the WHT. d. CFAVs must pass all tests. e. CFAV are not permitted to use electrical initiation with Tripflares.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the Tripflare. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHTs THE FLARE TRIPWIRE KIT L10A1

Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 1 Recognition Kit Lay the parts out in front 1. No time limit. Simulator of the CFAV and ask the 2. Standards: Flare CFAV to identify the fol- Pass — Answer Tripwire lowing: correct. L11A1 a. Three metal pickets. Fail — Answer b. Spring arm. incorrect. c. 20 m length of tripwire. d. Anti-glare shield. e. Flare pot. 2 Setting up of Kit Order the CFAV to set up 1. No time limit. a Tripflare Simulator the tripflare and indicate 2. Standards: Flare the area in which the Pass — All drills Tripwire tripflare is to be set up. correct. L11A1 The CFAV, without further Fail — One or direction, is to: more incorrect a. Drive one picket into drill. the ground, ensuring that the ‘U’ prongs are facing towards the flare pot location. b. Place the loop of the tripwire over the furthest arm of the ‘U’ and make one or two turns. Using the third picket as an axle walk towards the flare pot position. c. At the position for the flare pot, place down the tripwire spool. Drive the second picket into the ground. Place the spring arm onto the picket ensuring that the spring

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 2 extends away from the (cont) run of the tripwire and that the arm is at the base of the ‘U’. Loosen the clamp wing nut. d. Pass the tripwire around the clamp on the spring arm. Draw the wire tight and then secure the wire by tightening the clamp wing nut. e. Remove and retain the spring arm safety pin. Place the tripwire spool with any unused tripwire at the base of the spring arm picket. f. Turn the flare pot upside down, take hold of the safety pin and pull on the striker until the cut is visible. At the same time maintain pressure on the safety pin and rotate the pivot arm into the cut out. Once it is in place release the pressure on the safety pin. Unhook the arm on the safety pin. Undo the clamp wing nut on the pivot arm. g. Slide the flare pot onto the picket ensuring that the clamp on the pivot arm is the same side as the spring arm. Position the wire on the spring arm into the clamp on the flare pot and do up the clamp wing nut. h. Position the anti-glare shield.

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 3 Arming Kit Order the CFAV to arm 1. No time limit. Simulator the tripflare. The CFAV, 2. Standards: Flare without further, direction Pass — All drills Tripwire is to: correct. L11A1 a. Keep the head away Fail — One or from and below the level more incorrect of the pot. drill. b. Slide the safety pin out of its location in the striker and retain it. 4 Disarming Kit Order the CFAV to dis- 1. No time limit. Simulator arm the tripflare. The 2. Standards: Flare CFAV, without further Pass — All drills Tripwire direction, is to: correct. L11A1 a. Keep the head away Fail — One or from and below the level more incorrect of the pot. drill. b. Insert the safety pin into the hole in the striker. 5 Dismantling Kit Order the CFAV to dis- 1. No time limit. the Flare Simulator mantle the tripflare. The 2. Standards: Flare CFAV, without further Pass — All drills Tripwire direction, is to: correct. L11A1 a. Ensure the safety pin Fail — One or on the flare pot is in more incorrect place. Loosen the clamp drill. wing nut and remove the wire. b. Slide the flare pot off the picket and release the tension on the striker by pushing the pivot arm. Do up the safety pin. c. Hold the tripwire taut and loosen the clamp wing nut on the spring arm. Rewind the tripwire back onto the spool. d. Replace the spring arm safety pin and remove the spring arm

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Test No Subject Stores Conditions Marking 5 from the picket. Remove (cont) the anti-glare shield from its picket. Collect all pickets and repack.

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L1A1 SMOKE GENERATOR WEAPON HANDLING TEST GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

General 1. CFAVs who are qualified to be issued with the L1A1 Smoke Generator are to be competent in their use. Passing the Weapon Handling Tests (WHTs) proves this competence.

Testing 2. WHTs are to be taken as follows: a. At appropriate stages during relevant training, where applicable, and on its completion. b. Immediately prior to live firing. c. Within six months prior to live firing.

Results 3. Results are to be recorded in personal records held on the appropriate computer system.

Lessons 4. Prior to taking WHTs CFAV are to have completed the Smoke Generator lesson contained in Pamphlet No. 13 (Grenades, Pyrotechnics and Associated Equipment).

Conduct 5. WHTs are to be conducted as follows: a. Conducted by a qualified Skill at Arms (SAA) Instructor who passed the WHTs within the stated time frame. b. Tests are to be completed consecutively. c. There is no drill variant for the Smoke Generator. Under no circumstances are live Smoke Generators to be used during the WHT.

Definition of Standards 6. The standards to be achieved in WHTs are as follows: a. Pass — Pass in all tests. b. Fail — Fail in any test.

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7. Training Performance Standards. A CFAV is considered competent on achieving the pass standard. Failure to meet the pass standard indicates that the CFAV is not competent in the use of the Smoke Generator. Retesting is to be carried out after remedial training has been completed.

WHTs L1A1 SMOKE GENERATOR

Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 1 Description of Nil Ask the CFAV the fol- 1. No time limit. Ammunition lowing question: 2. Standards: Q. What colour is the Pass – Answer body of the smoke gen- correct. erator? Fail – Answer A. Light green. incorrect. 2 Safety Nil Ask the CFAV the fol- 1. No time limit. lowing questions: 2. Standards: Q. Why is it not permit- Pass – All ted to use smoke gen- answers correct. erators in confined Fail – One or spaces or buildings? more answers A. Because of the dan- incorrect. gers associated with the inhalation of smoke. Q. Why is it not permitted to ignite the smoke generator whilst it is being held in the hand? A. On ignition it will become hot and will burn the hand.

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Test Subject Stores Conditions Marking No 3 Considerations Nil Ask the CFAV the fol- 1. No time limit. Prior to Siting lowing questions: 2. Standards: Q. Having decided upon Pass – All the area to be answers correct. obscured, what consid- Fail – One or erations should you more answers make for: incorrect. a. Wind direction and strength. b. Field firing exercises. A. Considerations should be: a. Site the generator upwind of the area to be obscured and assess the strength of the prevailing wind to determine the distance the generator is placed from the objective. b. Personnel planning, conducting or supervising field firing exercises are to realise that the use of smoke may obscure their clear view of participating cadets. 4 Ignition Nil Ask the CFAV the fol- 1. No time limit. lowing questions: 2. Standards: Q. After ignition, how Pass – All long will it be before answers correct. smoke emissions begin Fail – One or to emit from the genera- more answers tor? incorrect. A. 1 – 2 seconds. Q. How long will the smoke produced last? A. Up to 5 minutes depending upon the strength and direction of the prevailing wind.

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Chapter 6

TRAINING SIMULATION CONTENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION 6-1

SECTION 2. PLANNING OF LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING 6-2

SECTION 3 COMMON SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING IN THE DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT TRAINER 6-6

SECTION 1. — INTRODUCTION

Purpose CONTENTS

0601. This chapter details procedures and PURPOSE 6-1 rules when using various forms of training REFERENCING 6-1 simulation with Inf WS and Cadet WS.

Referencing

0602. Chapters 1 and 2 of this pamphlet are to be read and understood before referencing this chapter.

0603. — 0607. Reserved.

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SECTION 2. — PLANNING OF LIVE FIRING MARKSMANSHIP TRAINING ON THE DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT TRAINER

Introduction CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 6-2 0608. The aim of Live Firing Marksmanship Training (LFMT) on the Dismounted Close DRESS 6-2 Combat Trainer (DCCT) is to teach and MEDICAL COVER 6-2 practice marksmanship training as laid down in the relevant cadet syllabus. The Training RECONNAISSANCE 6-2 Objectives (TO) to be achieved are also RANGE ACTION SAFETY PLAN (RASP) 6-3 contained within the relevant cadet syllabus and are clearly defined, simple and QUALIFICATIONS 6-4 achievable. BRIEFINGS 6-4

0609. The planning of LFMT must be meticulous to ensure the activity is conducted safely and in accordance with rules contained in the relevant cadet syllabus and the relevant GSPs and the DCCT Range Standing Orders. The rules and guidelines contained in this chapter are to be followed during the planning phase.

Dress

0610. The dress for LFMT is specified in the cadet manual and ensures that personnel are able to meet the shooting standards wearing the appropriate dress and equipment.

Medical Cover

0611. The Planning Officer/RCO is responsible for ensuring the provision of adequate medical cover appropriate to the scale of the live firing activity. If this provision is not available he is to refer the matter to the Senior Planning Officer (see Chapter 1).

Reconnaissance

0612. General. Reconnaissance is a vital part of the planning process. The RCO is to reconnoitre the DCCT, to obtain access and establish the facilities that are available/required. Some points to be considered are listed in the following paragraphs.

0613. DCCT Orders. Planning must take into account the regulations set out for the particular DCCT range. It is therefore essential that a copy of the orders are obtained and read. The DCCT Range Orders must be read before planning LFMT and note taken of the following:

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a. Which weapons are available.

b. Firing times and any restrictions.

c. Access to the DCCT and vehicle parking.

d. Action in the event of an incident or accident.

e. Medical requirements.

Range Action and Safety Plan (RASP)

0614. It is mandatory for a RASP to be produced specific to each activity conducted on the DCCT with Inf and cadet WS. It is to be produced by the Planning Officer/RCO as a stand alone document or included as an annex to the Coordinating Instruction. In the event that a Coordinating Instruction is not produced there will be a need to include some of the administrative aspects within the document. The headings which may be included and are not exhaustive in a RASP covering a LFMT activity fired on a purpose built range are given at Annex A to chapter 4. The purpose of the RASP is to: a. Show that the RCO has followed an acknowledged planning process, covering all aspects of safe training and as such it provides a clear audit trail.

b. Give an outline of the RCO’s personal responsibilities on the DCCT range, before, during and after firing.

c. Detail the responsibilities of Safety Supervisors/coaches and other range staff.

d. Describe the rehearsal procedures if required.

e. Detail the points/subjects that are to be covered during safety briefings to all range staff and participating cadets/CFAV.

f. It is not mandatory for the RASP to be issued to Range Control/Host Unit

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unless specified in Range Standing Orders.

Ser Appointment SA (07) Qualification Remarks (a) (b) (c) (d) 1. RCO (SR) or (LR) (07) See Note 1 2. Safety Supervisor (SR), (LR) (07) or ARD See Note 1 3. DCCT Operator Basic Operator 4. Firer _ 1. See Note 1 2. The rules for civilians firing weapons is at Section 5 of Chapter 3.

Qualifications

0615. The following table specifies the minimum rank and qualification required by personnel to conduct and participate in LFMT on the DCCT:

Notes:

The CFAV and cadets are to have passed the appropriate WHT in the last 6 months for the rifle and LSW on the DCCT.

Briefings

0616. Comprehensive briefings will reduce the possibility of accidents. Briefings for LFMT on DCCT ranges covered in this chapter should follow the format at Annex A to Chapter 3.

0617. The RCO is to hold a briefing prior to the activity. All range staff involved are to attend.

0618. All Staff. All staff must know the following: a. The Training Objective(s) of the LFMT activity.

b. The general outline and sequence of events.

c. The signal to stop firing and the action to be taken in an emergency.

d. The actions to be taken on:

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(1) The outbreak of fire.

(2) Observing a dangerous practice. e. The actions on an incident or accident.

0619. Safety Supervisors. Safety Supervisors, who may also act as shooting coaches, must know the following: a. The handling drills, safety rules and firing characteristics of the weapons to be supervised. Safety Supervisors are to have passed WHTs for those weapons within 6 months in accordance with Chapter 6 of this publication.

b. The details of the practices to be fired and the way in which they are to be controlled.

0920. Firers. The Senior Planning Officer is to ensure that all cadets participating in the LFMT activity are formally trained and competent to take part in the activity and have passed the relevant WHT within the previous six months of the activity taking place.

0921. The RCO is to ensure that everyone is thoroughly briefed. A Safety Brief is to include the following: a. The signal to stop firing.

b. The action to be taken on receipt of the signal to stop firing.

c. The weapon is ONLY to be fired from the right shoulder.

d. Safe handling rules applicable to weapons in use.

e. Any limitations on movement.

f. Action on Casualties.

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SECTION 3. — COMMON SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR TRAINING IN THE DISMOUNTED CLOSE COMBAT TRAINER

Introduction CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 6-6 0927. The DCCT range is designed to provide all-weather facility for day and night WORDS OF COMMAND 6-6 firing. Although each DCCT range may have SAFETY SUPERVISION 6-6 specific rules contained within the DCCT Range Standing Orders, there are, however, INSPECTIONS 6-7 certain rules that are common to DCCT USE OF THE DCCT RANGE BY CADETS 6-7 ranges. USE OF THE DCCT RANGE BY CIVILIANS 6-8

0928. Before taking over the DCCT range ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS 6-9 the RCO is to complete MOD Form 906 – Land Range Log. Each entry in the log identifies the user, records the number of simulated rounds fired, provides a pre-firing and post-firing certificate to be signed by the RCO and gives brief details of all accidents/incidents. The Land Range Log may also be used to record routine inspections and maintenance work.

0929. The RCO is required to certify personally, by signature, that he holds the correct qualification and that the DCCT Range Orders have been read and understood and that they will be complied with in full. If, for any reason during firing, the RCO has to leave the range he is to sign off in the MOD Form 906 and the replacement RCO is to sign on the range by completing the relevant part of the MOD Form 906 prior to the continuation of firing.

Words of Command

0930. Words of Command. The RCO is to ensure that all firers can hear his words of command. The conditions of the practice to be fired dictate the orders to be given. A guide to the sequence is at Chapter 4, Section 3 of this pamphlet.

Safety Supervision

0931. For all practices the ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers is to be sufficient to ensure the safe conduct of the DCCT range. The ratio of Safety Supervisors to firers are to be recorded in the RASP.

0932. On all DCCT ranges the muzzle is to be kept pointing horizontally at the target/screen during all weapon handling drills and whenever made ready whilst on the firing point.

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Inspections

0933. Normal Safety Precautions. Personnel are NOT permitted to stand in front of weapons during safety precautions no matter where they are being conducted.

0934. Before Firing. The RCO or Safety Supervisors/coaches are to conduct a thorough physical check of all weapon chambers, magazines, ammunition pouches, pockets and other personal clothing and equipment. This is to ensure that: a. Weapons are clear.

b. No ammunition is present.

0935. During Firing. Details of readiness states of weapons, when firers are required to move during practices, are given in the conditions of the LF lessons contained within Service manuals. If, at the end of a practice, firers are required to leave the firing point, then weapons are to be unloaded and inspected by the RCO or Safety Supervisors before the order to leave the firing point is given by the RCO.The RCO and Safety Supervisors are to ensure that during the conduct of any shooting in the DCCT the weapon is ONLY fired from the right shoulder.

0936. After Firing. Before leaving the DCCT range, the RCO is to ensure that the following are inspected by the RCO or Safety Supervisors/coaches: a. All magazines.

b. All weapons.

c. The firers personal equipment and clothing (particular attention being paid to pockets and pouches).

Use of The DCCT Range by Cadet Services

0937. The following additional rules apply for cadets using the DCCT Range: a. Firing from the left shoulder is forbidden. The RCO and Safety Supervisors are to ensure that during the conduct of any shooting in the DCCT the weapon is ONLY fired from the right shoulder.

b. All practices are to be conducted in accordance with normal range procedures.

c. Only qualified DCCT trained staff may move forward of the firing point.

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d. Those cadets who have achieved a minimum of 1 Star grade or equivalent, have passed the Weapon Handling Tests for the L85A2 rifle and are 12 years or older.

e. Shooting practices in accordance with cadet training publications.

f. All firing is to be from the prone position.

g. Rifle shooting will be with iron sights and single shots only.

h. LSW fitted with SUSAT may be fired, but only by senior cadets of a minimum of 2 Star level or equivalent and have been instructed on and passed the Weapon Handling Tests for the LSW.

i. If cadets are to fire at human representative targets, parental agreement must be obtained by the Cadet Unit prior to the activity taking place.

Use of The DCCT Range by Civilians

0938. In addition to the rules contained in Paragraph 0937 the following additional rules apply for civilians using the DCCT Range: a. They must be under the supervision of a member of the cadet forces who is on duty and competent to provide such supervision.

(1) The purpose of the activity.

(2) The resources required to conduct the activity.

(3) Personnel allocated to the activity and their specific responsibilities.

(4) The time and location of the activity.

(5) The reason why the civilian is required to fire a service weapon.

0939. The following rules and procedures are to be enforced by the RCO: a. The ratio of qualified safety supervisors to firers is to be 1:1.

b. The minimum age for civilians is 14 years of age.

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c. Firing is only permitted from the prone position.

d. Automatic fire is prohibited.

e. All handling drills, including any stoppage drills, are to be completed by the safety supervisor. The ‘Ready’ weapon is to be handed to the firer, who is only to place the safety catch to ‘Fire’ and operate the trigger.

f. On completion of firing, the firer is to apply the safety catch to the ‘Safe’ position and the safety supervisor is to take control of the weapon.

g. The safety supervisor is to ensure that, at all times, the weapon is pointing towards the screen.

h. Ensure the Safety Supervisor briefs the firer how and where to aim the weapon.

i. Ensure that the firer is strong enough to handle and fire the weapon.

j. The RCO and Safety Supervisors are to ensure that during the conduct of the shoot the weapon is only fired from the right shoulder.

Accidents/Incidents

0940. In the event of an accident/incident with an Infantry and Cadet Weapon Systems on the DCCT Range, the reporting procedure must comply with Section 6, Chapter 1 of this publication.

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