Image 13. Conducting visual search in an open space containing industrial machines. Note that the visor has been lifted temporarily to increase the effectiveness of visual observation prior to conducting any interaction such as using a tripwire feeler
1.4.5. PROBLEM: COMMUNICATIONS Good communications on a large urban MA worksite are essential for safe operations. It is not normally possible for a searcher to have a communications device on their person. This is due to interoperability issues with search equipment and applying a suitable separation distance between the transmitter and any electrical initiators (detonators) that may be present in IEDs. Nonetheless, control is paramount and there is only so much value that a thorough brief can provide prior to beginning operations.
Deminer / searcher
Observer
Image 14. Observing a deminer / searcher in a complex environment. Note that a safe separation distance is still maintained
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