All IED search team members and leaders / supervisors must be fully trained in accordance with NMAS, which should comply with the IMAS guidance. This should be verified by the NMAA during accreditation. MA operations should conduct refresher and task specific training to fully prepare for likely operations.
Image 2. A good example of a VOIED training aid showing the switch and main charge in place
5.2.KEY CONSIDERATIONS
IED characteristics and tactics should be included in IED search training at the appropriate level.
IED characteristics:
• Components and sub-components.
• Packaging, wrapping and weatherproofing of components and sub-components.
• Explosive and electrical links between components (detonating cord and electrical leads).
• Individual component’s depth in the ground, or their positioning.
• Likely effects on components from the weather and annual seasons.
• Blast or fragmentation effects of main charges.
• Arrangement or spacing of IEDs.
• IED construction equipment.
IED tactics:
• Component positioning for best effect, including depth.
• Known modus operandi of armed groups.
• Locations of importance for opposing armed groups.
• Anticipated skill level of armed groups.
• Local IEDD techniques used (military or other) prior to or during MA operations.
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