IMAS 09.31 – WORKING PRACTICE DEVICE MAKE-UP In situations where an IED is buried it may be appropriate to expose additional parts of the device as part of an RSP. A challenge of dealing with a VOIED is gaining safe access to components so that appropriate positive EOD action can be conducted. The IEDD operator should always start these actions back from where components have been confirmed or are suspected to be located. They should excavate a vertical ‘hole’ to the required depth before proceeding to form a trench of a suitable width towards the target. ׁ WARNING. If the IEDD operator cuts corners and tries to excavate and confirm components directly on target signals, or without being completely certain that the starting point is ‘safe’, then there is a significant risk that they come vertically down on components, exerting a force that could cause the IED to function.
IMAS 09.31 – WORKING PRACTICE 360-DEGREE COMPONENT CONFIRMATION
Extensive component confirmation can increase the risk of initiating a device through unintended interaction with a secondary switch. This should be a consideration when determining whether, and to what level, excavation of buried components is conducted.
Image 16. Image showing an IEDD operator conducting actions to mitigate against further linked components
IEDD in mine action – overview
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