4.3.3.H&L EXAMPLES
USING H&L TO CUT A WIRE
ׁ WARNING. When conducting H&L techniques to neutralise an IED, extreme caution must be exercised. H&L involves more interaction than other techniques, such as neutralisation through water-based disruption, and therefore generally carries more risk.
In the following scenario a searcher has located a pressure plate. This has been marked and avoided by the IEDD operator who has then located the lead from a detonator attached to an offset main charge.
Image 2. Preparing an H&L cutter. Here the IEDD operator has opted to attach the line before placement as they have assessed this to be a better course of action in this situation
Image 3. Placing the cutter. Note how the IEDD operator is maintaining control throughout to prevent disturbance of the target wire
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