Victim Operated. A type of switch designed to be initiated by a victim’s presence, proximity, contact or activity causing a device to function that may injure or kill one or more persons. (Source: IMAS 04.10 Second Edition, Amendment 10, February 2019) Vulnerable Point (VP). Specific points where it is particularly advantageous for an aggressor to position an ambush, using either IEDs, SALW, or both. VPs are typically characterized by prominent or restrictive feature or choke point on the ground. Several factors pertaining to aggressor capability, intent and local factor use will contribute to the vulnerability of a specific point. (Source: UN IEDD Standards (May 2018)
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