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2013 CRTC Range Regulation 19 July 2013

THE WARRIORS CHOICE

COL Scott St. Sauver, Post Commander

Camp Ripley Training Center

15000 Highway 115

Little Falls, MN 56345-4173

Camp Ripley Training Center

2013 Range Operations


State of Minnesota Department of Military Affairs

CAMP RIPLEY TRAINING CENTER Camp Ripley Little Falls, MN 56345

Appendix 1 Range Operations (Range Regulation) TO ANNEX A Operations and Training TO CRTC Regulation. This Appendix is a summary of policies and procedures set forth by AR 385-63, DA Pamphlet 385-63, NGR 385-63, AR 385-64, DA Pamphlet 385-64, AR 210-10, TC 25-8, and any other Regulations pertaining to the use and operation of the Field Training Area, Live-Fire ranges, Non-Live Fire ranges, and ammunition usage in the Installation. All persons entering the Field Training Area are subject to the regulations set forth in this document. Violations of this Regulation by persons subject to the Uniform Code of Military Justice will be prosecuted there under. Any other persons who violate this Regulation may be prosecuted by administrative action by the Installation Commander or other appropriate military or civilian authority. Scott A. St. Sauver Colonel, FA, MNARNG Post Commander Dated: 19 July 2013


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2013 Range Operations Summary of Changes o All changes to the below chapters is per the DA PAM 385-63 to reflect the same chapters o Chapter 3 Ammunition of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation moved to Chapter 2, 2.7 AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE ITEMS ON RANGES o Chapter 3 Ammunition of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 3 Danger Zones o Chapter 4 Firing of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 4 Small Arms o Chapter 5 Targets of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 5 Hand Grenades and Grenade Launchers o Chapter 6 Small Arms and Machine Guns of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 6 Antitank Rockets o Chapter 7 Grenades and Grenade Launchers of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 7 Antitank Guided Missiles o Chapter 8 Antitank Rockets of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 8 Tank/Fighting Vehicle Gunnery o Chapter 11 Tanks and Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV) Gunnery of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 11 Aviation Range Safety Aerial Gunnery o Chapter 12 Aerial Gunnery of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 12 Air Defense Artillery Weapon System o Chapter 13 Air Defense Weapons of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 13 Chemical Agents and Smoke o Chapter 14 Guided Missiles of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 14 Non-Lethal Weapons o Chapter 15 Chemical Agents, Smoke and Aircraft Spray of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 15 Mines, Firing Devices, Trip Flares, Simulators, and Explosive Charges o Chapter 16 Mines, Firing Devices, Trip Flares, Simulators, and Explosive Charges of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 16 Laser Range Safety o Chapter 17 Lasers of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 12 Live-Fire Exercises o Chapter 18 Live-Fire Exercises of the 2012 Draft Range Control Regulation changed to Chapter 18 Environmental Management o Added: NOTE: The use of digital media for FMs/TMs are AUTHORIZED as long as you have access to keep your device charged and you are able to pull up the material/media anytime. (1.1.4) o Change: For commanders of field artillery, mortar, and MLRS battalions or indirect fire will establish and maintain safety training and certification program to train and qualify personnel in safety procedures for their specific areas of responsibility. Personnel who have not completed annual certification training will NOT be appointed as an OIC or RSO. (1.3.7, b)) o Change: Officers who have not completed their branch qualification course will not be able to OIC or RSO FA, mortar, MLRS or indirect fire ranges. (1.3.7, c))


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o Change: All Military Units and Civilian Lessees WILL order Portable Toilets from the Supply and Services Warehouse at (320) 632-3128 for all activities scheduled in the field training area, except for those ranges that have a classroom with latrine facilities in them. Any outside structured latrine will not be utilized for Environmental reasons and pending deconstruction. (1.7.8) o Added: NOTE: All activities for use as an assembly area or bivouac site in the Field Training Area are considered un-authorized without an approved usage request (RFMSS Reservation) from Post Operations and/or Range Control. (1.7.9) o Added: NOTE: All Non-Tactical Vehicles MUST obtain a Range Control Vehicle Pass prior to entering the Field Training Area and unmarked GSAs are required to stop at RC also and obtain a vehicle pass. Govt plates are not considered a marked vehicle. These vehicles MUST clear the Field Training Area prior to the hours of darkness (prior to the need to turn on headlights), unless they are supporting range operations or bivouac site, or in possession of a signed and approved Camping Request. (1.8.3) o Change: NOTE: When passing troops or anyone on the side of the road, SLOW DOWN to 10 MPH. (1.9.2) o Added: Convoy/Road Marches information for downrange operations (1.14) o Added: NOTE: For all established ranges a copy of the SDZ will be in the range packet you sign for at Range Control and for unestablished ranges you will need to obtain an approved copy of the SDZ that has been verified prior to opening. (3.1.2) o NOTE: The batwing will be considered when designing or conducting training on ranges that involve fire and movement, fire and maneuver, flanking fire, and/or when ricochet hazards outside the range boundary may endanger nonparticipating personnel. Decision on the use of batwing will be based on level of risk and approval of appropriate command risk acceptance authority. An Exception to Policy memo will be submitted to Range Control to be verified and sent through channels for approval by the Camp Ripley Post Commander. (per DA Pam 385-63, para 4-1c) (4.1.2, e)) o Procedural and administrative changes to Chapter 9 Mortars and Chapter 10 Artillery o NOTE: Red smoke and Red Star Clusters are not necessarily used for emergency situations and can be used for training. (13.1.1) o Added: NOTE: The use of NLW/Less-Lethal Weapons are required to use the range control BLANKS/SIMUNITIONS/LESS-LETHAL RANGES OPENING/CLOSING CHECKLIST. (14.2.1) o Added: Supply and Services (3128) issue the PVC piping for waste water disposal drain field. (18.4.2) o Change: Unestablished Water points used by units not hauling their potable water off site must also follow the same approval procedures. However, environmental standards for locating these water points will limit water points of this nature. The standards include a 100 meter setback from lakes, streams, wetlands, and historic sites. Furthermore, wastewater discharge must be mixed with purified water to its original concentration and shall be applied to land surface using the plastic drain field pipe. (18.4.3) o Change: Crow Wing River site (UM 939283) is a permanent, self-sufficient electrical pump operated potable water point. This site is used to draw water only. (18.4.5) o Change: It is illegal to transport unpurified water (filtered 40 microns or greater) from infested waters, Mississippi and Crow Wing Rivers, except by DNR permit. (18.4.7) o Change: Ensuring that equipment is clean is critical to limiting the spread of invasive species. Any equipment used to treat Mississippi or Crow Wing River water must be treated by one of the following means prior to use in another water body: (18.4.7) o Change: d) Fire danger status will be posted on a sign immediately adjacent to E gate outside the Range Control Office. It will also be posted on the Range Bulletin. (18.5.3, d)


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o Added: FIRE DANGER CODE description table for Green, Yellow, and Red. (18.5.3) o Change: d) A continuous berm, surrounding the storage site, will be constructed using on-site soils. The dimensions of the bermed area should not be less than the total capacity of the fuel storage bladder located within the area. The bermed area must be lined with an impervious material to act as a secondary containment, in case of any failure or seepage from the storage container. This material is issued through the Logistics Division, Camp Ripley, (320) 616-3128/3130. (18.8.2, d)) o Change: e) The area designated for conveying the fuel (i.e., hoses, piping, etc.) must be underlain with an impermeable liner. (18.8.2, e)) o Moved SUSPENSE Dates from the beginning to end of Range Regulation labeled TAB L, Suspense Dates. o Moved Observation Point information to Chapter 1, 1.16. o Added to Table 1-1 CRTC OIC/RSO requirements for Snipers, and Reflexive fire training events. (moved to TAB K Range Control Tables) o Change: Updated MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS; Range Control Table Medical Requirements moved to TAB L, Range Control Tables. o Removed forms from within the chapters and put them in TAB J Range Control Forms o Removed Authorized White Light Road Map from Chapter 1 and put it in TAB I Authorized White Light Road Map o Removed from Chapter 1, Access to the ranges and field training areas, the use of ATVs in training areas and use personally owned weapons. Referenced in Camp Ripley Regulation o Removed from Chapter 9 Mortars and Chapter 10 Artillery observation point information. o Removed from Chapter 9 Mortars and Chapter 10 Artillery Declinations. Moved Declinations to TAB K Range Control Tables. o Change: Updated Chapter 10 Artillery HINE & LINE MACS charge allowance and High Angle Restriction o Removed from Chapter 18, Environmental: Tick-borne diseases, Fuel wood cutting permits, spill procedures, and chemical latrines. Referenced in Camp Ripley Regulation o makes administrative changes (throughout)


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Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 PURPOSE ........................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 RANGE SAFETY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM ................................................................................ 1 1.3 RESPONSIBILITIES ........................................................................................................................... 1 1.4 RISK MANAGEMENT - SAFETY ........................................................................................................ 5 1.5 ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING ................................................................................................. 5 1.6 MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................. 5 1.7 REQUESTING RANGES AND TRAINING AREAS ............................................................................ 6 1.8 ACCESS TO THE RANGES AND FIELD TRAINING AREA .............................................................. 6 1.9 SPEED LIMIT ENFORCEMENT ......................................................................................................... 7 1.10 WHITE LIGHT USAGE POLICY ....................................................................................................... 7 1.11 PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLES (POVS) ....................................................................................... 7 1.12 FISHING ........................................................................................................................................... 8 1.13 USE OF FIELD TRAINING AREAS .................................................................................................. 8 1.14 CONVOY/ROAD MARCHES ............................................................................................................ 8 1.15 COMMUNICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 9 1.16 OBSERVATION POINTS (OPS) ..................................................................................................... 10 1.17 OE 254 ANTENNAS ....................................................................................................................... 10 1.18 SEVERE WEATHER ....................................................................................................................... 11 1.19 MAPS .............................................................................................................................................. 11

CHAPTER 2 RANGES ............................................................................................................................... 12 2.1 RESTRICTING ACCESS TO IMPACT AREAS ................................................................................ 12 2.2 WARNING SIGNS, BARRIERS, MARKERS, AND FLAGS ............................................................. 12 2.3 RANGE USE BY NON-MILITARY/CIVILIAN AGENCIES ................................................................ 12 2.4 COORDINATING USE OF SPECIAL AIRSPACE ............................................................................ 13 2.5 UAS OPERATIONS .......................................................................................................................... 14 2.6 COORDINATING USE OF NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS ................................................................. 14 2.7 AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE ITEMS ON RANGES .................................................................. 15 2.8 MISFIRE PROCEDURES/REPORTING ........................................................................................... 16 2.9 UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE (UXO) REPORTING .......................................................................... 16 2.10 DISPOSITION OF AMMUNTION AND EXPLOSIVES INVOLVED IN MALFUNCTIONS AND ACCIDENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 17 2.11 AMMUNITION TURN-IN PROCEDURES ....................................................................................... 17 2.12 RANGE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS .......................................... 18 2.13 RANGE TARGETS ......................................................................................................................... 19

CHAPTER 3 DANGER ZONES .................................................................................................................. 20 3.1 GENERAL ......................................................................................................................................... 20 3.2 AUTHORIZATION FOR PERSONNEL WITHIN DANGER ZONES ................................................. 20

CHAPTER 4 SMALL ARMS & MACHINE GUNS ...................................................................................... 21 4.1 FIRING CONDITIONS ...................................................................................................................... 21 4.2 OVERHEAD FIRE ............................................................................................................................. 21 4.3 FLANKING FIRE ............................................................................................................................... 22 4.4 BLANK AMMUNITION ...................................................................................................................... 22 4.5 MACHINE GUNS .............................................................................................................................. 22 4.6 UNESTABLISHED RANGES ............................................................................................................ 23 4.7 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................................... 23 4.8 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................. 23

CHAPTER 5 GRENADES AND GRENADE LAUNCHERS ....................................................................... 24 5.1 HAND GRENADES ........................................................................................................................... 24 5.2 HAND GRENADE RANGE (HGR) (LIVE GRENADE FAMILIARIZATION) ..................................... 24 5.3 GRENADE LAUNCERS AND GRENADE MACHINE GUNS ........................................................... 25 5.4 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................. 25

CHAPTER 6 ANTITANK ROCKETS .......................................................................................................... 26 6.1 FIRING CONDITIONS ...................................................................................................................... 26 6.2 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................. 26

CHAPTER 7 ANTITANK GUIDED MISSILES ........................................................................................... 27 7.1 TOW MISSILES ................................................................................................................................ 27 7.2 DRAGON ........................................................................................................................................... 27


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7.3 JAVELIN ............................................................................................................................................ 28 7.4 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................. 28

CHAPTER 8 TANK/FIGHTING VEHICLE GUNNERY ............................................................................... 29 8.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................ 29 8.2 TANK/BFV FIRING CONDITIONS .................................................................................................... 29 8.3 M250/257 SMOKE GRENADE LAUNCHERS .................................................................................. 29 8.4 WEAPONS EFFECT SIGNATURE SIMULATOR (HOFFMAN DEVICE) ......................................... 30 8.5 HAZARDOUS IMPULSE EXPOSURE .............................................................................................. 30 8.6 FIRING VEHICLE STATUS DESIGNATIONS .................................................................................. 30 8.7 CLOSE SUPPORT OF GROUND PERSONNEL IN LIVE-FIRE EXERCISES ................................ 30 8.8 AUTOMATED TOWER RADIO FREQUENCIES .............................................................................. 30 8.9 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................. 30

CHAPTER 9 MORTARS ............................................................................................................................. 31 9.1 FIRING CONDITIONS ..................................................................................................................... 31 9.2 MORTAR FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM (MFCS) GUNNERY .............................................................. 32 9.3 HIP-SHOOT FIRE MISSIONS .......................................................................................................... 32 9.4 SURFACE DANGER ZONES ........................................................................................................... 32 9.5 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................. 32

CHAPTER 10 ARTILLERY ......................................................................................................................... 33 10.1 FIRING CONDITIONS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ................................................................ 33 10.2 FIRING ARTILLERY CANNON GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ................................................... 33 10.3 FIELD ARTILLERY CANNON SURFACE DANGER ZONE .......................................................... 34 10.4 NON-ESTABLISHED FIRING POINT PROGRAM ......................................................................... 34 10.5 DIRECT FIRE SAFETY ................................................................................................................... 35 10.6 PALADIN AND ALL TOWED HOWITZERS .................................................................................... 35 10.7 MULTIPLE LAUNCH ROCKET SYSTEM (MLRS) ......................................................................... 35 10.8 RESTRICTIONS ON FIRING WHITE PHOSPHORUS .................................................................. 36 10.9 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 36

CHAPTER 11 AVIATION RANGE SAFETY AERIAL GUNNERY.......................................................... 37 11.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................. 37 11.2 FIRING OPERATIONS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ................................................................ 37 11.3 FIRING CONDITIONS GENERAL PROCEDURES..................................................................... 37 11.4 GUNNERY OPERATIONS .............................................................................................................. 38 11.5 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 38

CHAPTER 12 AIR DEFENSE ARTILLERY WEAPON SYSTEMS ............................................................ 39 12.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................. 39 12.2 AIR DEFENSE RADIO CONTROLLED MINIATURE AERIAL TARGET (RCMAT) ....................... 39 12.3 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 39

CHAPTER 13 CHEMICAL AGENTS, SMOKE, AND AIRCRAFT SPRAY ............................................... 40 13.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... 40 13.2 RIOT CONTROL AGENTS ............................................................................................................. 40 13.3 SMOKE ........................................................................................................................................... 41 13.4 SMOKE POTS................................................................................................................................. 41 13.5 AIRCRAFT SPRAY ......................................................................................................................... 41 13.6 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 41

CHAPTER 14 NON-LETHAL WEAPONS .................................................................................................. 42 14.1 DEFINITION .................................................................................................................................... 42 14.2 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... 42 14.3 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 43

CHAPTER 15 MINES, FIRING DEVICES, TRIP FLARES, SIMULATORS, AND EXPLOSIVE CHARGES .................................................................................................................................................. 44

15.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... 44 15.2 DEMOLITIONS AND EXPLOSIVES ............................................................................................... 45 15.3 FIRING DEVICES ........................................................................................................................... 45 15.4 SHAPED CHARGES ....................................................................................................................... 46 15.5 BANGALORE TORPEDOES .......................................................................................................... 46 15.6 MINE-CLEARING LINE CHARGE (MICLIC) .................................................................................. 46 15.7 CRATERING CHARGES ................................................................................................................ 46 15.8 MINES ............................................................................................................................................. 46 15.9 TRIP FLARES (M48 AND M49) ...................................................................................................... 47


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15.10 SIMULATORS ............................................................................................................................... 47 15.11 LIVE FIRE EXERCISE BREACH FACILITY ................................................................................. 48 15.12 REFERENCES .............................................................................................................................. 48

CHAPTER 16 LASER RANGE SAFETY ................................................................................................... 49 16.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... 49 16.2 PRECAUTIONS FOR LASER DEVICES ........................................................................................ 49 16.3 FIRING CONDITIONS .................................................................................................................... 49 16.4 FORCE ON FORCE EXERCISES .................................................................................................. 50 16.5 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................ 50

CHAPTER 17 LIVE FIRE EXERCISES ...................................................................................................... 51 17.1 SAFETY DURING LIVE-FIRE EXERCISES ................................................................................... 51 17.2 INFORMATION FOR COMMANDERS ........................................................................................... 51 17.3 EXERCISE TRAINING .................................................................................................................... 51 17.4 FIRING PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................................. 52 17.5 FIRE CONTROL ............................................................................................................................. 53 17.6 MANEUVER IN TEMPORARY IMPACT AREAS ........................................................................... 54 17.7 AIR SUPPORT ................................................................................................................................ 54 17.8 TRAINING UNITS RESPONSIBILITIES ........................................................................................ 54 17.9 RANGE CONTROLS RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................... 55 17.10 CHANGES IN LFX/CALFEX SCENARIOS ................................................................................... 55 17.11 INFANTRY PLATOON BATTLE COURSE (IPBC) ....................................................................... 55 17.12 CONVOY LIVE FIRE EXERCISE (LFX) ....................................................................................... 55 17.13 REFERENCES .............................................................................................................................. 56

CHAPTER 18 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT .................................................................................. 57 18.1 GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................... 57 18.2 LIMITED USE AREAS .................................................................................................................... 57 18.3 RESTRICTIONS ON FIRING WHITE PHOSPHORUS .................................................................. 57 18.4 FIELD WATER POINTS .................................................................................................................. 57 18.5 FIRE CONTROL PROCEDURES ................................................................................................... 58 18.6 HISTORICAL PRESERVATION ..................................................................................................... 58 18.7 NOISE MONITORING ..................................................................................................................... 58 18.8 FIELD FUEL STORAGE/BLADDERS ............................................................................................. 59 18.9 MOBILE POL DISTRIBUTION POINTS ......................................................................................... 59 18.10 MECHANICAL DIGGING .............................................................................................................. 59 18.11 VEGETATION ............................................................................................................................... 60 TAB A RANGE DESCRIPTIONS TAB B RISK MANAGEMENT TAB C ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT REPORTING TAB D RANGE CONTROL CONTACT INFORMATION / EMERGENCY INFO TAB E ZULU MAST MAP TAB F IMPROVED LANDING AREAS MAP TAB G TRAINING AREA MAPS TAB H DROP ZONES TAB I AUTHORIZED WHITE LIGHT ROAD MAP TAB J RANGE CONTROL FORMS TAB K RANGE CONTROL TABLES TAB L SUSPENSE DATES TAB M RANGE CONTROL EQUIPMENT SUPPORT


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Chapter 1 General 1.1 PURPOSE: The purpose of this regulation is to provide guidance for maximum realistic combat readiness training. To provide guidance for the proper use of available terrain and facilities down range on Camp Ripley, consistent with appropriate safety measures to prevent injury to personnel or damage to property.

1.1.1 The Camp Ripley Range Operations Appendix is published to establish safe, uniform policies and procedures applicable to the proper use of range facilities and training areas on this installation.

1.1.2 The provisions of this appendix apply to all personnel, military or civilian, utilizing or occupying any portion of the field training areas, to include airspace, within the installation boundaries. Personnel utilizing any range training facility must comply with this publication, and become familiar with AR 385-63 Range Safety, DA Pamphlet 385-63 Range Safety, AR 385-64 U.S. Army Explosives Safety Program, and DA Pamphlet 385-64 Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards.

1.1.3 NOTE: Any unit, person, organization, agency, or club that willfully violates a policy or procedure included in this regulation or any of the referenced publications below will be suspended from installation training and/or punished under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) or Minnesota Statutes.

1.1.4 NOTE: The use of digital media for FMs/TMs are AUTHORIZED as long as you have access to keep your device charged and you are able to pull up the material/media anytime. 1.2 RANGE SAFETY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM: Range safety certification programs will be used to train, qualify personnel in the duties of Officer-in- Charge (OIC), and Range Safety Officer (RSO) for firing exercises and maneuver operations. Sample weapon tests can be obtained from Range Control, or from the Range Control MN Sharepoint Portal page, http://ngmnsp2010/CRTC/OPS/Range/default.aspx, or non-MNARNG units can contact Range Control.

1.2.1 Range Safety Certification Programs will be integrated into organizational training. 1.2.2 Once satisfied through training and testing that individuals are qualified to perform the duties of

OIC and RSO of the firing unit, battalion/squadron commanders (O-5 or O-4P) utilizing the Weapon Safety Certification Memorandum (see TAB J) will forward their names to range control for appropriate action. This certification stated on the Weapon Safety Certification is valid for 1 (one) year.

1.2.3 NOTE: Units not having a Battalion/Squadron Commander must obtain certification from

an O-5/O-4 (P) in an O-5 command position or higher, within their chain of command. 1.2.4 The Range Control Officer (RCO) will provide personnel designated as OICs and RSOs a range

safety briefing on the use of the training complex as part of their certification. The briefing is valid for a period of 90 (ninety) days.

1.2.5 The RCO and his range control staff will monitor the effectiveness of the range safety certification programs for OICs and RSOs.

1.2.6 The RCO has authority to revoke certification of any OIC or RSO for violating the requirements of AR 385-63, DAM 385-63, or this regulation.

1.2.7 GUIDELINES FOR BATTALION SAFETY CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS: Battalion Safety Certification Programs will be used to train and certify personnel in the duties of OIC and RSO for firing exercises and/or maneuver operations. Sample weapon tests can be obtained from Range Control, or from the Range Control MN SharePoint Portal page, http://ngmnsp2010/CRTC/OPS/Range/default.aspx, or non-MNARNG units can contact Range Control.

a) Battalion Safety Certification Programs will be integrated into unit gunnery training programs, combining the unique individual needs of the units concerned.

b) Once all requirements of the Battalion Safety Program are met, the BN/SQDN CDR (O-5 or O-4P) will certify the OICs and RSOs utilizing the Weapon Safety Certification Memorandum (see TAB J). This certification is valid for 1 (one) year. A copy must be sent to Range Control.

c) Prior to range operations, personnel designated as OIC and RSO will receive a Range Safety Briefing from Range Control. This briefing is valid for a period of ninety days. 1-3 RESPONSIBILITIES: Commanders of units and activities will comply with guidelines established in AR 385-63, DA Pam 385-63, and this publication, regarding the functions of appropriate and safe range operation. The following is a list of personnel, and their responsibilities, for safe operation of the ranges and field training areas.


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1.3.1 The Installation/Post Commander Command and operate the training center effectively, safely, and IAW applicable laws and regulations.

a) Organize training center support activities and establish management procedures IAW current regulations.

b) Develop and forward through command channels appropriate requests for deviation from the standardized organization and functional alignments prescribed by this SOP.

c) Ensure training center staff, civilian and military receive appropriate training. Ensure adequate resources are provided to guarantee continual effective operation of the training center.

1.3.2 Installation Operations Officer a) Serves as the units initial POC for all information relating to Camp Ripley. b) Serves as the POC for all scheduling activities. c) Represents the Post Commander in all matters pertaining to the control and access of ranges and

training areas. d) Is the Post Incident Control Officer.

1.3.3 Installation Safety Manager a) Provide oversight responsibility for all range safety matters b) Investigate or ensure range accidents are investigated by the appropriate command level. c) Review all nonstandard range and training activities, to include the user-provided RM

documentation for those activities with high or extremely high residual risk. d) Review and make recommendations regarding the conduct of overhead fire. e) Investigate and report AE accidents, IAW DoD 6055/9-STD and AR 385-10. f) Coordinate AE safety program requirements with tentat unit Commanders.

1.3.4 Installation Range Control Officer a) Serves as the central point for control and coordination of all activities conducted within the

installation training complex to ensure safety and unified operations. b) Withdraws or suspends installation training complex privileges from any person, organization,

agency, or club that willfully violates regulations and/or procedures listed in DA Pamphlet 385-63 or this regulation; or from any person whose ability or conduct is incompatible with the safe use of government range structures and facilities.

c) Responsible for providing safe training environments by ensuring all aerial and surface danger zones are identified, and all control measures are employed.

d) Publishes a Range Bulletin for Camp Ripley at least 24 hours prior to any scheduled firing. The Range Bulletin is available at Range Control, Bldg. 24-199, and at the Camp Ripley Operations Office, Bldg. 11-1. The Range Bulletins are also available for MNARNG units ONLY in the CRTC Range Control SharePoint site at: http://ngmnsp2010/CRTC/OPS/Range/default.aspx. It will include the following items:

1) Where firing is going to be conducted. 2) The scheduled time firing begins and ends each day. 3) The boundaries of Weapon Surface Danger Zones (SDZ), Aerial Weapon and Air Drop Danger

Zones (ADZ), and UAS/SUAS Restricted Operations Zones (ROZ). 4) Displays and updates the following information: 5) Range Maps 6) Overlays 7) Firing Data 8) Opening and closing of field training areas, and bivouac sites. 9) SDZ, ADZ, and ROZ information for the current day, plus 72 hours following. 10) Monitors the following SINCGARS radio frequencies reserved exclusively for CRTC Range

Control: 11) Primary Frequency is 36.100 (Single Channel Plain Text) 12) Alternate Frequency is 36.900 (Single Channel Plain Text) 13) The RCO will monitor the effectiveness of safety programs for OICs and RSOs. 14) The RCO has authority to revoke certification of any OIC or RSO for violating the requirements

of AR 385-63, DA Pam 385-63, or this regulation. 1.3.5 Liaison Officer (during AT Periods only)

a) Using units will appoint a Liaison Officer (normally the S-3) to coordinate with Range Control and other training units.

b) Serves as unit POC for all activities in the field training area. c) The Liaison Officer represents the using units in all matters pertaining to range firing and training

area usage. d) The Liaison Officer will understand the responsibilities of, and will work closely with, the Training

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e) Attend the Range Control Annual Training Daily Coordination Meeting (held at 0800) to discuss resources and scheduled training. The Liaison Officer must be prepared to discuss training up to four days in advance.

1.3.6 Training Area Coordinator (TAC) a) The individual designated by the RCO for the opening and closing of training areas/bivouac sites,

and other assigned duties. b) Clears training areas and bivouac sites with the Liaison Officer, or other appointed personnel. c) Maintains a list of training areas and bivouac sites being used by organizations in the field. d) Maintains a list of restricted areas. e) Keeps activity and training area maps current at the RCO.

1.3.7 Battalion/Squadron Commanders a) Comply with the installation procedures for the certification of unit OICs, RSOs, and Laser Range

Safety Officers (LRSOs). b) For commanders of field artillery, mortar, and MLRS battalions or indirect fire will establish and

maintain safety training and certification program to train and qualify personnel in safety procedures for their specific areas of responsibility. Personnel who have not completed annual certification training will NOT be appointed as an OIC or RSO.

c) Officers who have not completed their branch qualification course will not be able to OIC or RSO FA, mortar, MLRS or indirect fire ranges.

d) Conduct risk management for all range operations. 1.3.8 Unit Commanders

a) Ensures compliance with DA Pamphlet 385-63, this Regulation, and any applicable TMs, FMs, FMFMs (Marine Corps), TCs, and SOPs for safe training and firing for each weapon system within the command.

b) Ensures that all personnel within the command are briefed on and comply with the installation range procedures and safety requirements, including the use of required personal protective equipment.

c) Designates an OIC and RSO for each firing and/or maneuver exercise in accordance with OIC and RSO Table 1-1, page 2. Officers that have not completed OBC and Warrant Officers that have not completed WOBC (unless they were at least an E-5 prior to commissioning), are not authorized to be OICs and RSOs on any Camp Ripley live-fire ranges.

d) Ensures that personnel performing the duties of OIC and RSO are certified IAW the established installation safety certification program.

e) Complies with the range safety certification program guidance for OICs and RSOs, to ensure that they are:

1) Competent and properly instructed in the performance of their duties. 2) Knowledgeable in the weapon systems for which they are held responsible and in safe

ammunition handling and use procedures. 3) Develops a SOP for laser operations, to include a provision for immediate medical attention for

personnel who incur eye or other overexposure to laser energy, and reporting laser overexposure incidents IAW AR 385-40, TB MED 524, MIL-HDBK 828A, and MCO 5104.1.

4) Applies risk management, and develops controls and procedures for all phases of training events.

1.3.9 Range Officer-in-Charge (OIC): Before commencing operations, training or firing, an OIC must meet grade/rank requirements of Table 1-1, TAB K and must be Weapon Safety Certified IAW paragraph 1.2.1.

a) Must attend a Range Safety Briefing at the Range Control Office prior to scheduled use of a range. The briefing is valid for a period of 90 days.

b) Confirms that the range/training area to be used is properly scheduled and verify that the particular firing to be conducted is permitted on the range or in the training area scheduled for use.

c) The only person authorized to open and close the range with Range Control. MUST be on the range at all times while the range is in an Open status.

d) Ensures that required communications are established and maintained. e) Will not be assigned any additional duties while the range is open. f) Ensures the overall safe conduct of training and proper use of the range. The ultimate

responsibility for safety rest with the OIC. g) Ensures that the RSO is physically present on the range at all times. h) Determines when it is safe to fire IAW applicable regulations and installation range requirements. i) Ensures proper supervision of personnel performing misfire, hang-fire, and cook-off procedures. j) Ensures safe laser operation k) Ensures that adequate medical support is available and they are properly equipped.


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l) Ensures that ammunition and explosives are properly handled, transported, stored, and accounted for within the training complex from the time of receipt to the time of expenditure or turn-in.

m) Ensures plans for firing exercises and maneuvers are coordinated with Range Control. n) Ensures control of the target areas to prohibit entry by unauthorized personnel. o) Ensures all ammunition malfunctions and accidents are reported to Range Control IAW AR 75-1

and AR 385-40. p) Ensures that Range Control has authorized the entrance of any civilian personnel into the training

complex. q) Ensuring that medical support and range personnel are familiar with air and ground medical

evacuation procedures in accordance with this regulation. The senior medical personnel of the range attends the range safety brief.

r) Briefs the RSO on the duties to be performed in support of the training event. Clearly establish the requirement for the RSO to brief the OIC on the safety of the range and the unit, and the readiness to commence live-fire operations prior to the start of firing.

s) Implements risk management in all phases of the training event. t) Posts the CRTC Range Bulletin in a prominent place that is accessible to all soldiers. u) upon completion of training exercises the OIC/Principle instructor or designated representative will:

1) Ensure that all weapons have been cleared of ammunition prior to removal from the firing line or problem area. It is mandatory that a shakedown inspection be conducted after all live fire ranges have completed their exercise.

2) Inspect the area and ensure that all explosive charges, booby trap materials, simulators and pyrotechnics emplaced but not used are removed and turned in to the Ammunition Supply Point (ASP). Explosives that cannot be removed will be detonated in place by Explosive Ordnance Demolition (EOD) personnel. The OIC or designated representative will remain on site until given approval by RC that they are clear and okd to leave the site.

3) Ensure compliance with Range Controls Training and Range Area Clearance Procedures. (See 1.15 Clearance of Training Areas)

4) Ensure that unexpended ammunition, explosives or simulators are returned to the ASP. All misfires need to be turned in the ASP. Do not discard misfires down range for any reason. This creates a hazard (cook offs) to personnel in a fire situation.

1.3.10 Range Safety Officer (RSO) Before commencing operations, training or firing, an OIC must meet grade/rank requirements of Table 1-1 (See TAB K OIC/RSO Requirements) and must be Weapon Safety Certified IAW paragraph 1.2.1. The RSO must be physically present on the range prior to and during any firing. The RSO represents the OIC and is responsible for complying with appropriate safety publications, range regulations and adherence to these directives by all personnel participating in the conduct of range activities. The RSO will not be assigned additional duties, which hinder the accomplishment of his/her primary duty. In general, the RSOs responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

a) Must attend a Range Safety Briefing at the Range Control Office prior to scheduled use of a range. The briefing is valid for a period of 90 days.

b) Being thoroughly indoctrinated in all the publications pertaining to the safety procedures for the range, weapons and ammunition to be used.

c) Ensures that weapons and personnel are properly positioned. d) Assuring that all personnel are briefed on the left and right limits for the range being fired and that

troops remain within the range boundaries. Brief all personnel to command CEASE FIRE if any unsafe situation occurs.

e) Ensures that only authorized ammunition and explosives, to include proper charge, fuze, and fuze settings are being used.

f) Ensures firing settings and weapons systems are within prescribed safety limits and are verified. g) Assuring that all required roadblocks, barriers or guards are in position and that the danger area is

clear of personnel and equipment prior to firing. h) Ensures that proper hearing and eye protection are being worn within the prescribed noise and

eye hazard areas. i) Prior to commencing live-fire operations, conducts final coordination with the OIC. This

coordination will include a summary of checks, inspections, and actions that the RSO has completed, and verifies that the required communications are established.

j) Orders an immediate cease-fire when any unsafe condition occurs. k) Reports all accidents, weapon malfunctions, and ammunition malfunctions to the range OIC. l) Verifies, upon completion of firing or firing order, to the OIC that all weapons and weapon systems

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m) Properly briefs Assistant Range Safety Officers ARSO(s) (Line Safeties) on their duties. ARSOs duties does not relieve the RSO/OIC of their responsibilities.

1.3.11 Assistant Range Safety Officer(s) (ARSO) (Line Safeties): To maximize range operations efficiency, it is suggested that units plan to have one (1) ARSO (Line Safety) for every two (2) firing lanes. One ARSO (Line Safety) should not cover more than four (4) firing lanes.

a) Assist the RSO as directed by the OIC and/or RSO. Primary duty is to ensure that weapons are clear and on Safe when Firers enter and exit the Firing Line.

b) Are not required to be Weapon Safety Certified, or to attend the Range Control Safety Briefing. c) Must be knowledgeable on correct weapon misfire and malfunction procedures.

1.3.12 Medical Personnel: All military medical support personnel should be familiar with MEDCOM PAM 40-12.

a) The senior medical person from the organization will attend the Range Control Briefing during IDT. b) All medical personnel will attend a Range Control Briefing prior to their organization going down

range for AT. See TAB K for specific range Medical Support requirements. 1.4 RISK MANAGEMENT SAFETY: The purpose of this section is not to replace regulations or SOP safety policies but to provide brief summary as a reminder to the Users of the Camp Ripley downrange training or operations, consistent with appropriate safety measures to prevent injury to personnel, damage to equipment and property.

1.4.1 Obtain the Range Bulleting for all off-limit areas or training sites to minimize interruptions or dangers to personnel downrange.

1.4.2 Impact Area and Unexploded Ordinance (UXO) Hazards off limits to all personnel. Should you experience unexploded ordinance or duds DO NOT TOUCH!!! Notify Range Control, mark the UXO surrounding area and notify EOD personnel.

1.4.3 Risk management is a unit leadership responsibility (FM 5-19). Range Control personnel serve as an excellent resource to help identify trends and potential hazards.

1.4.4 An Initial SIGNED copy of an CRM/ORM MUST be submitted to Range Control NLT 90 days prior to the training event (i.e. live-fire, simunitions training, rappelling, water operations, and aerial operations).

a) Civilian agencies conducting training downrange will utilize the Composite Risk Management Worksheet DA Form 7566.

b) Sample Composite Risk Management Worksheet (DA Form 7566) Forms are provided in TAB B, also refer to FM 5-19, and GRAT https://safety.army.mil.

c) Medevac Procedure See 1.6 1.5 ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING: All accidents/incidents will be reported in accordance with procedures outlined in AR 385-40 Accident Reporting and Records.

1.5.1 All accidents/incidents on any Camp Ripley range, or in the field training area, will be reported to Range Control immediately by SINCGARS radio (36.100 primary, 36.900 alternate), Motorola radio, or by telephone 320-616-3137/6026, utilizing the Range Accident/Incident Checklist (see TAB C) as a guide.

1.5.2 Malfunctions involving weapons, ammunition, and/or explosives will be reported in accordance with AR 75-1.

1.6 MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

1.6.1 Medical Support a) Units/Civilian Agencies are responsible and required to have medical resources (personnel,

equipment and vehicles) for all live fire and non-live fire exercises. 1) Anything other than one required medical support on each range will need an exception of

policy submitted to range control. b) If the units medical assets leave the range for any reason, all ranges WILL be placed in a cease-

fire status until the medical assets have returned. c) It is the responsibility of the patientss parent agency/unit to transport non-emergency patients

from the range to the TMC or off post medical facility during training. 1.6.2 All MEDEVAC requests will be coordinated through Range Control. 1.6.3 REFER to TAB K Range Control Tables for requirements on Medical Support 1.6.4 NOTE: DO NOT CALL 911, CALL RANGE CONTROL


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1.7 REQUESTING RANGES AND TRAINING AREAS: CRTC utilizes the Range Facility Management Support System (RFMSS) to schedule all Installation facilities and ranges.

1.7.1 For Inactive Duty Training (IDT): a) Units request use of ranges and training areas directly in RFMSS, or by submitting an ATS Form

23 to the Operations Office NLT 90 days prior to requested date. b) The Operations Office then reviews and confirms dates, and/or notifies the unit of any conflicts.

1.7.2 For Annual Training (AT): a) The BN Training Officer will send Annual Training requests to the Operations Office. b) Units will receive confirmation of the receipt of the request, and will be notified of any conflicts with

the request. c) Annual Training conflict resolutions will be made during the annual Camp Ripley AT Conference,

by the Operations RFMSS Scheduler as reservations are being entered into RFMSS, or during the daily (0800) Range Control Annual Training Coordination Meeting.

1.7.3 For ALL Un-Established ranges, DEMO ranges, and/or Live-Fire Exercises: OPLANS;

DEMO Plans with Wiring Diagrams; Target Scenarios; Target Matrices; Composite Risk Management Worksheet (DA Form 7566)s must be submitted to Range Control NLT 90 days prior to range usage.

1.7.4 NOTE: Units will not be able to add or change FIRING Ranges and/or Weapon Systems within 72 hours of range utilization. An Exception to Policy Memorandum must be submitted to Range Control by the BN S-3 for Change/Addition requests.

1.7.5 NOTE: No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the Field Training Area at any time, unless an Exception to Policy has been approved by the Operations Officer, for the consumption of alcohol at the defined Rest Areas, for morale and welfare purposes only. See sample in TAB J.

1.7.6 NOTE: Range Control personnel are authorized immediate access to all unit locations, training areas, and ranges without interference from using units. Range Control personnel will not interfere with training unless a safety violation is observed.

1.7.7 Units must ensure that they have the proper number and type of medical support personnel available to support their requested ranges. See TAB K for the Range Specific Medical Support Requirements table.

1.7.8 All Military Units and Civilian Lessees WILL order Portable Toilets from the Supply and

Services Warehouse at (320) 632-3128 for all activities scheduled in the field training area, except for those ranges that have a classroom with latrine facilities in them. Any outside structured latrine will not be utilized for Environmental reasons and pending deconstruction.

1.7.9 NOTE: All activities for use as an assembly area or bivouac site in the Field Training Area

are considered un-authorized without an approved usage request (RFMSS Reservation) from Post Operations and/or Range Control. 1.8 ACCESS TO THE RANGES AND FIELD TRAINING AREA

1.8.1 Field Training Area Access Gates are located at the following locations: D Chickamauga Road and Armor Trail UM 9395105457 E Range Control (NOT for use by tracked vehicles) UM 9542006908 F Ft. Ripley Road north of North Motor Pool Road UM 9417206306 G Normandy Road at County Road 1 UM 8450613526 H Enniskillen Road at County Road 1 UM 8609121578 I Yalu Road at Installation Boundary UM 8812731293 J Arno Road at County Road 1 UM 8639325168 L Ft Ripley Road and Armor Trail UM 9391305805 M Old Gravel Pit access at County Road 1 UM 8633123695

1.8.2 Keys required for all Gates listed above WILL be hand receipted from Range Control. Individual will fully understand that there is a $50.00 replacement cost for each key if key(s) are lost.


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1.8.3 NOTE: All Non-Tactical Vehicles MUST obtain a Range Control Vehicle Pass prior to entering the Field Training Area and unmarked GSAs are required to stop at RC also and obtain a vehicle pass. Govt plates are not considered a marked vehicle. These vehicles MUST clear the Field Training Area prior to the hours of darkness (prior to the need to turn on headlights), unless they are supporting range operations or bivouac site, or in possession of a signed and approved Camping Request.

1.8.4 NOTE: During the Winter months ALL PERSONNEL, regardless of what type of vehicle they are operating, will stop in at Range Control to inform them about the purpose of the mission, route of travel, and destination of the vehicle(s) going down range.

1.8.5 Military Wheeled Vehicles main access down range is through E Gate at Range Control. 1.8.6 Military Tracked Vehicles

a) Will enter and exit the Field Training Area through gates D, F, or L only.

b) NOTE: Tracked vehicles will not operate in any recreational areas, or in the designated Winter Training Areas. 1.9 SPEED LIMIT ENFORCEMENT

1.9.1 Field Training Area: a) Daylight hours: 25 MPH MAXIMUM on all roads. b) Nighttime hours:

1) MSRs ONLY: 25 MPH MAXIMUM, with white lights 2) All other roads and trails: 15 MPH, with Blackout Drive

1.9.2 NOTE: When passing troops or anyone on the side of the road, SLOW DOWN to 10 MPH. 1.9.3 For any deviation in speed limit an Exception of Policy must be submitted to Range Control with

approval from the Installation Post Commander 48 hours in advance.

1.10 WHITE LIGHT USAGE POLICY: Range Control reserves the right to make daily changes to this policy, to accommodate changes to specific unit training requests.

1.10.1 MSRs: White light usage is authorized at night. This includes the direct route (Champagne Road, South Gettysburg Road, and Argonne Road) between Range Control and the A-Complex ranges. (See TAB I for Authorized White Light Road Map).

1.10.2 All other roads and trails: White light usage is prohibited from use in the Field Training Area during periods of darkness, with the exception of emergency vehicles involved in emergency situations. Submit an Exception to Policy Request (see TAB H) to Range Control NLT 48 hours prior, to request an exception to this policy from the RCO.

1.10.3 Night Vision Device (NVD) drivers training will be coordinated through Range Control NLT 48 hours prior. The unit must have a certified and licensed instructor, per AR 600-55. 1.11 PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLES (POVs): Rental Vehicles, and ATVs are restricted from the field training area, except for the following situations:

1.11.1 Due to a shortage of unit vehicles, unit personnel may utilize their POV, rental vehicle, GSA, or TMP vehicle to travel between the Cantonment Area and the ranges. A Vehicle Pass must be obtained from Range Control prior to accessing the Field Training Area.

1.11.2 Woodcutters, anglers, and overnight campers must obtain a Vehicle Pass (one for each vehicle) from the Range Control Office. Overnight campers will be issued a key for E Gate, when the Range Control Office will not be staffed overnight, for emergency use.

1.11.3 The Operations Officer may grant exceptions to this policy. The Exception to Policy Request must be submitted NLT 48 hours prior.

1.11.4 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), to include snowmobiles, are prohibited from operation on Camp Ripley except as authorized by the Operations Officer. Exception is granted for maintenance use by the Department of Public works at Training Site and use by Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officers. Written requests for exception will be forwarded through the Camp Ripley Environmental Office to the Range Officer for activities in the Field Training Area and the Chief of Security in the Cantonment Area.


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1.12 FISHING: Fishing is permitted on authorized lakes and the rivers during DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY. See the CRTC Regulation Fishing Policy for details. Persons may not enter the field training area prior to sunrise and must return to the Cantonment Area prior to sunset. Due to military training requiring blackout drive, headlights are not authorized in the Field Training Area during the hours of darkness.

1.12.1 Ice fishing is permitted on authorized lakes, during DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY. Range Control and/or CRTC Environmental Staff measures ice depth and follows the MN DNR Minimum Ice Depth Guidelines before authorizing personnel to be on the Installation Lakes. While icehouses are permissible, they must be removed each day. No vehicles are authorized to be on the ice of any lake within the Field Training Area (No Driving on the ICE). 1.13 USE OF FIELD TRAINING AREAS

1.13.1 The senior NCO of the unit using a training area is required to attend a Range Control Briefing at Range Control, and complete a RC Form 18 (Training Area Opening/Closing Checklist) for each training area or bivouac site to be occupied. All units must use these forms.

1.13.2 The senior NCO will act as the Point of Contact (POC) for each training area and bivouac site. The POC will also be responsible for the requesting and return of all Class IV material. The POC, and a cleaning detail, must be present at the clearance of each training area and bivouac site.

1.13.3 Because of area rejuvenation, the Camp Ripley Environmental Section will close some Training Areas or bivouac sites. Units will not occupy a closed area. Closed areas will be posted.

1.13.4 When entering a training area, immediately report existing maneuver damage or litter to Range Control. Failure to do so will result in the occupying unit being held responsible for the damage and litter.

1.13.4 Coordinate the blocking and unblocking of any roads or trails with the TAC or Range Control NLT 48 hours prior to establishing the roadblock. 1.14 CONVOY/ROAD MARCHES

1.14.1 Convoys or road marches will meet the following requirements: a) Must have a route overlay submitted for approval by Range Control 24 hours in advance b) POC information will be submitted w/overlay to range control c) Medical support while conducting operations (See TAB K, RC Medical Requirements Table) d) The POC is responsible for police of areas when stop for rest or training

1.14.2 Convoys

a) Commanders may submit an Exception to Policy Request to increase the speed limit for convoy driver training with Composite Risk Management Worksheet, and a Route Strip Map to the RC OIC.

1) The Exception of Policy is for DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY. 2) The map on TAB I depicts the Main Supply Routes (MSRs) that will support a 35 MPH

maximum speed during daylight hours. 3) If occupying a training area or range for training a route overlay will not need to be submitted to

Range Control for approval. 4) Exception of Policy must be submitted 48 hours in advance with approval from the Installation

Post Commander.

1.14.2 Road Marches a) Units desiring to enter or exit a gate for road march purposes must coordinate with Range Control

for the gate they desire to use. Personnel on road marches will not climb fences to enter or exit the restricted areas.

b) Units conducting foot road marches downrange during darkness will place traffic guards with flashlights on similar lighting devices and reflective vest (or cross straps and sleevelets) approximately 100 meters to the front and rear of the column. The guards will be instructed to wave lights to attract the attention of approaching traffic. 1.15 CLEARANCE OF TRAINING AREAS

1.15.1 Range Control personnel will inspect all training areas and bivouac sites before the using unit may clear the post. Ensure the following is accomplished:

a) OIC, RSO, and sufficient personnel must be present during range clearance. b) The using unit is responsible for policing the range area, range boundary to range boundary.

Remove all garbage, trash, and other debris from the field, and dispose of it at the Transfer Station located near Range Control.

c) All buildings pertaining to the range or training area will be checked and must be thoroughly cleaned and inventoried.


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b) Fill in all fighting positions and restore the area to its original appearance.

1) NOTE: Do not use logs or trash as filler material when filling any fighting position.

e) Latrines will be checked for cleanliness. Latrines will be swept out, mopped, and paper products replaced.

1) NOTE: It is prohibited to leave human waste on the surface of the ground.

f) Remove all forms of wire from training areas before clearing. g) Remove and disassemble position barriers in the training area. Open all roads and trails before

clearing. h) Some ranges have hand receipts posted to the ammo shed, classroom or in the tower and will be

inventoried by RC personnel during the clearance procedures. i) Range Control will inspect the range and any missing items or damage to the range will be the

responsibility of the OIC of the range. 1.15.6 Prior to departing field training area(s): The POC for the training area will coordinate with the

Training Area Coordinator (TAC) to clear and close the field training areas. The TAC can designate RC personnel to clear an area.

1.15.7 NOTE: USING UNITS MUST CONTACT RANGE CONTROL FOR SPECIFIC INDIVIDUAL

RANGE REQUIREMENTS FOR TARGET REPLACEMENT. 1.15 COMMUNICATIONS: Range Control operates the following means of communications:

1.15.1 Primary: (1) SINCGARS: Primary-36.100 (2) SINCGARS: Secondary-36.900 (3) Motorola Handheld-Channel 1

1.15.2 Secondary: Commercial phone: 320-616-3137/3134 or 320-412-6078/6075

1.15.3 NOTE: Military units are required to utilize SINCGARS as their Primary form of communication. An Exception to Policy Request must be submitted by the Unit Commander to Range Control NLT 72 hours prior to range/training area usage. All means of acquiring SINCGARS capability must be attempted prior to authorizing the use of Motorola radios.

1.15.4 Additional Information: a) All ranges must have two operating means of communication with Range Control at all times. b) Personal cell phones can only be used as a secondary form of communication, due to cell phone

tower locations being outside the installation boundaries and dead space within the installation. c) Cell phones must be turned on at all times. A telephone call must be made to Range Control prior

to down range movement and authorizing usage as a secondary form of communication. Another telephone call to Range Control will be performed after arrival on the range.

d) Communications with Range Control will be made in the clear. Do not use unit SOI call signs.

e) SINCGARS and Motorola radios are to be used for radio traffic to and from Range Control only. They are not to be used for administrative purposes, except for emergency notification situations.

1.15.5 Live Fire Range Communication a) Contact Range Control via the units primary form of communication, upon occupation of, and

departure from, the ranges. b) Request permission from Range Control to open, close, or change the firing status of the range on

the primary form of communication only. c) Continuously monitor the primary form of communication. d) Perform hourly communication checks (every hour, on the hour) while the range is Open. e) Immediately cease-fire if communications with Range Control is lost.

1.15.6 Non-firing Range Communication a) Request permission from Range Control to open and close the range on a primary form of

communication only. b) Continuously monitor the primary form of communication while the range is Open, to be aware of

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1.16 OBSERVATION POINTS: 1.16.1 OPs are required to OPEN first prior to the firing position going into an open status

and will open separately from the firing position. 1.16.2 OPs are required to open their location with Range Control on SINCGARS primary frequency

36.100, alternate frequency 36.900. 1.16.3 MORTAR AND ARTILLERY OPs

a) A red flag (and blinking red light at night) must be displayed. b) Hourly (on the hour) communication checks must be performed while fire missions are being

conducted. When fire missions are completed, the OP will revert to a Non-Live Fire range status, and will only be required to monitor the radio.

c) All Forward Observers (FO) (Mortar/Artillery) will have a safety fan for the unit they are supporting, drawn on an overlay or a map, to determine that all rounds are landing within safety limits.

d FOs must establish communications with Range Control prior to the firing position being allowed to open.

e) For Manual Call-For-Fire missions, a POC is responsible for opening and closing the range. f) For Laser Call-For-Fire missions, an OIC and RSO will be present on the range. g) Any projectile that bursts or lands outside safety limits, or any unobserved rounds, will require

immediate action and investigation, as outlined below to determine the cause. 1) Immediately, report the incident to Range Control using the Range Incident Checklist

(see TAB C). 2) Immediately, suspend firing of all FA units until the responsible unit is identified. 3) Continuous communication must be maintained with Range Control on SINCGARS primary

frequency 36.100, or alternate frequency 36.900. 1.16.4 The following OPs are available on Camp Ripley:

OP1 UM 91011463 OP2 UM 91941565 OP15 UM 91352280 OP16 UM 90162469 OP19 UM 91622771 OP23 UM 92852379

1.16.5 For laser usage on an OP refer to Chapter 16. 1.17 OE 254 Antennas: Thirteen radio antenna masts with OE 254 antenna heads are permanently erected at various locations throughout the installation to extend radio communications capabilities. Report any operating deficiencies to Range Control immediately. See below for list of Antenna Mast locations. See TAB E for location map.

1.17.1 Some ranges are equipped with landline. See range descriptions in TAB E.

Antenna Mast Locations MAST

NUMBER LOCATION COORDINATES MAST

NUMBER LOCATION COORDINATES

Z-1 Range Control UM95370686 Z-8 OP 15 UM91332287 Z-2 A-Complex UM91990868 Z-9 Training Area 54 UM87102204 Z-3 Training Area 61 UM95082437 Z-10 Training Area 40 UM85381612 Z-4 Y-4 TTB UM95162684 Z-11 OP 1 UM91001464 Z-5 Training Area 71 UM88122886 Z-12 Range Control UM95370686 Z-6 Training Area 69 UM86802508 Z-13 CLFX AA (TA58) UM92912305 Z-7 OP 16 UM90142468

NOTICE: Some ranges are equipped with landline. See range descriptions in TAB E.

1.18 SEVERE WEATHER : Range Control will disseminate all severe weather watches and warnings on all communication forms. During inclement weather, the unit commander will decide when to institute protective measures. Range Control personnel will open all unoccupied downrange classrooms to provide shelter. Range Control and/or the Automated Tower Operators have the authority to stop all firing due to the approach of an electrical storm. 1.19 MAPS

1.19.1 Refer to the following websites to order the Camp Ripley Special (NSN 7643-01-451-0524) https://www.dscr.dla.mil/rmf/accounts/1832.htm or https://www.daas.dla.mil/daashome/daasc_home.asp.


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1.19.2 Units may request customized maps for any Camp Ripley ranges or training areas by calling rc at 320-616-3137/6006, or by e-mailing the request to: [email protected].


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Chapter 2 Ranges 2.1 RESTRICTING ACCESS TO IMPACT AREAS

2.1.1 Unauthorized persons are prohibited from entering the installation training complex. The installation RCO is the approval authority for entry onto the ranges and maneuver areas, and into any impact area.

2.1.2 Unauthorized persons are prohibited from entering impact areas and other areas known, or suspected, to contain UXO by use of positive controls, to include fencing and UXO hazard warning signs.

2.1.3 Personnel who must enter into an impact area will be thoroughly briefed on the hazards of unexploded ordnance, and accompanied by Range Control personnel.

2.1.4 Personnel access to impact areas will be limited to qualified EOD personnel, Range Control staff, and range maintenance personnel designated by the RCO.

2.1.5 Unauthorized personnel are prohibited from handling UXO and munitions, or removing them from the training complex. Procedures (for example, amnesty boxes) will be established for turn-in of ammunition and explosives items by unauthorized personnel.

2.1.6 All approaches to ranges and impact areas will be guarded by range guards that are properly instructed in their duties, or closed off by appropriate barriers, as determined by the RCO. When barriers are used, appropriate signage will be posted on them. 2.2 WARNING SIGNS, BARRIERS, MARKERS, AND FLAGS

2.2.1 Barriers are erected to protect personnel from accessing danger areas. Barriers will be used to block roads, trails, and other possible access points into danger areas. They will remain in place when firing is in progress. Commanders will take prompt disciplinary action against personnel who breech barriers.

2.2.2 Units will display daily Range Bulletins in prominent locations for the benefit of all personnel. These bulletins depict all off-limits areas.

2.2.3 Barrier and Impact Area violations will require the following corrective actions: a) Immediate cease-fire of affected training areas, ranges, and firing points. b) Range Control personnel will physically check affected area, and detain any violators until a

written statement is obtained, describing the incident. c) The Unit Commander will be notified, and must submit a written Incident Report (Appendix C) to

the Post Commander, through the Operations Officer. The RCO is authorized to establish additional perimeter or interior guard posts at any time.

d) The RCO will lift the cease-fire upon receipt of the Incident Reports. The violating unit's commander must provide a written statement that all personnel are clear of the off-limits areas.

e) MN Statute 609.396. UNAUTHORIZED PRESENCE AT CAMP RIPLEY. 1) Subdivision 1.Misdemeanor: A person is guilty of a misdemeanor if the person intentionally

and without authorization of the adjutant general enters or is present on the Camp Ripley Military Reservation.

2) Subdivision 2.Felony: A person is guilty of a felony and may be sentenced to not more than five years imprisonment or to payment of a fine of not more than $10,000, or both, if:

(a) the person intentionally enters or is present in an area at the Camp Ripley Military Reservation that is posted by order of the adjutant general as restricted for weapon firing or other hazardous military activity; and

(b) the person knows that doing so creates a risk of death, bodily harm, or serious property damage.

2.2.4 The RSO will post interior range guards (as required) at specified ranges/firing points, or at the direction of the RCO.

2.2.5 A red range flag must be displayed from a prominent point at each range, firing point, and observation post during firing. No firing will take place unless a red range flag is displayed. All firing will cease prior to lowering the flag.

2.2.6 Red blinking lights must be displayed in addition to the red range flag during the hours of darkness. Battery operated lanterns are available at Range Control.

2.3 RANGE USE BY NON-MILITARY/CIVILIAN AGENCIES

2.3.1 Use of ranges and training areas by civilian agencies is authorized. a) Procedures for requesting use are outlined in the CRTC Post Regulation, available through the

Camp Ripley Operations Office, located in Bldg. 11-1. Telephone number is (320) 616-2708. All leasing costs and requirements are available in the same document.


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b) Civilian agency, or supervisor in charge of training, will appoint in writing an OIC and a RSO for each range requested. This appointment must specify that the individual is safety certified for the specific weapon(s) to be used. See TAB J, Page 2 for sample Safety Certification Memorandum.

c) If a civilian agency has no certifying official, the Completion of a National Rifle Association Instructor Course or equivalent, is approved for any individual performing the duty of OIC and RSO on small arms ranges.

d) The following are equivalent course model programs that are approved by Range Control: 1) DNR Firearms Instructor Courses 2) State of MN Firearms Instructor Courses 3) Police Officer Firearms Instructor Courses

e) All other equivalent course certification(s) (excluding above-mentioned courses) will be submitted to Range Control in advance of range use, for review and approval. Equivalent Course POIs should have covered at a minimum the following:

1) Range Operations & Organization 2) Range Communications 3) Medical Support and Equipment 4) Weapon misfire procedures

2.3.2 The Operations Officer must approve all civilian access to the field training area. a) Civilian personnel, such as military family members, and the local populace, must receive

authorization from the Operations Officer to enter the field training area to participate in, or observe capability exercises, firepower demonstrations, training courses, competitions, or other types of exercises. Such personnel will remain in designated safe areas as determined by the RCO.

b) Inspection Team members or other official observers required to be on the firing line, firing position, or firing area, as an exception to policy, will position themselves in safe areas, as determined by the RCO.

c) Civilians, to include family members and DOD civilians, must have approval from the installation/community RCO to fire weapons within the installation training complex, per DA Pamphlet 385-63. 2.4 COORDINATING USE OF SPECIAL USE AIRSPACE

2.4.1 All SUAS units will coordinate with Range Control through RFMSS for the requested training area. Once approved by Range Control, the training area the SUAS occupies shall become a ROZ during operations. SUAS will only operate within their assigned ROZ.

2.4.2 Coordination for flight and ROZ activation will be conducted through Range Control. Range Control shall treat the ROZ in a manner similar to that of a hot range and relay pertinent information to Miller Tower/Ops, such as opening and closing. There are three instances in which immediate SUAS aircraft operating within a ROZ will contact Miller Tower/Ops directly:

a) Upon initial occupation of Training Area before first flight. b) In the event of a lost link. c) Anytime the SUAS is flown outside of the ROZ and/or R-4301

2.4.3 Miller Tower: DSN 871-2781 COMM (320)616-2781 2.4.4 Miller Operations (use when tower is closed): DSN 871-2779 COMM (320)616-2779 2.4.5 Communications will be established by FM radio or cell/SAT phone with Range Control. Range

Control will notify Miller Tower before allowing the ROZ to become active. 2.4.6 SUAS do not require a COA. A SUAS mission must remain within the designated ROZ inside R-

4301. The ROZ will be opened and closed like ranges and training areas. Max density within the ROZ is two SUAS airframes aloft at one time.

2.4.7 SUAS radio operators will contact Range Control via FM radio upon occupation of the training area.

2.4.8 SUAS radio operators will notify Range Control when they have concluded flight operations. Range Control will notify Miller Tower that the ROZ is no longer active.

2.4.9 SUAS lateral maneuver, launch and recovery will be restricted to the confines of the Restricted Operating Zone (ROZ). The Confines of the ROZ include the lateral limits as well as the vertical limit of 1,500 AGL.

2.4.10 The standard lost link point for SUAS is the takeoff point within the ROZ. Upon notification of lost link, the operator shall immediately notify Miller Tower and Range Control. Upon notification Miller Tower shall:

a) Issue advisories and ATC instructions as appropriate to ensure the safe operation of all aircraft training in R-4301.

b) Cease aircraft departures until status of affected SUAS/UAS is determined.


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c) Recover other SUAS/UAS as appropriate. 2.5 UAS OPERATIONS

2.5.1 Multiple SUAS platoons: may conduct training utilizing the same launch and recovery area provided the following minimum conditions are met (if approved).

a) Platoons must have conducted coordination and agree to the on site location(s), frequency usage, and other established de-confliction standards and procedures deemed appropriate.

b) The SUAS will maintain at least 1,000 horizontal and/or 500 vertical separation from each other during the mission.

c) Prior to conducting a climb or descent, the SUAS platoon will coordinate with the other SUAS platoon to ensure they are clear of the designated climb/descent routes.

2.5.2 Operating Altitudes a) To provide separation between SUAS/UAS and manned aircraft, the following restrictions apply

unless otherwise authorized by the AT&A Officer and cleared by Miller Tower. 1) The SUAS will be restricted to a maximum altitude of 1,500 AGL in their assigned ROZ unless

otherwise dictated for a different altitude by range control. 2) SUAS will be separated by utilization of a ROZ and will never mix with manned aircraft. Shadow

aircraft may be mixed with manned aircraft only within the confines of the restricted area, R-4301 and shall have lateral and/or vertical separation provided by ATC.

3) Shadow UAS are the only UAS authorized to operate in Class D. While in Class D, manned and unmanned aircraft shall not mix. When manned and unmanned aircraft are operating concurrently within R-4301, positive radio communications along with Air Traffic Control assigned vertical separation will be maintained at all times.

2.5.3 Range Control will place all affected live-fire ranges in a Check-fire status when notified by the Miller Army Airfield Control Tower.

2.5.4 The Check-fire will be lifted AFTER the MAAF Control Tower notifies Range Control that all aircraft have departed the airspace. 2.6 COORDINATING USE OF NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS

2.6.1 General a) Safety requirements for water/ice-crossing training are similar to range firing, with the exception

that a range flag is not required. 1) Request permission from Range Control to open and close the range on a primary form of

communication only. 2) Continuously monitor the primary form of communication while the range is Open, to be aware

of adverse weather conditions and medical emergencies. 3) The site must have a medical aid person, aid bag, litter, litter capable vehicle with operating

radio, and a Camp Ripley map. b) The following procedures outline the minimum requirements for safety during over-water/ice

training exercises. 1) Submit a written Operations Plan and Composite Risk Management Worksheet (DA Form 7566)

to Range Control, NLT 90 days prior. 2) The OIC and RSO must be safety certified by the Battalion Commander (O-4P or above) for

over-water/ice operations. c) The OIC and RSO will attend a Range Safety Briefing at Range Control prior to training. d) Ensure all over-water/ice OPLANs include adequate safety and accident prevention measures,

and rescue procedures to perform water training safely. 2.6.2 River Operations

a) Commanders of units participating in river/lake/ice operations will ensure unit SOPs address all aspects of safety for equipment and facilities being used.

b) Commanders of units will ensure all applicable TCs and ARs are used in the development of their SOP, specifically:

1) TC 21-21 Army Water Survival Training 2) AR 385-10 The Army Safety Program (a) Tactical Water Safety Operations, Chapter 13, Paragraph 8, Page 62 (b) Water Operations, Chapter 22, Paragraph 2, Page 79

2.6.3 Wheeled/Tracked Vehicle Water/Ice-Crossing Operations a) Units will follow guidelines and SOP IAW FM 3-34.343. b) Commanders will ensure unit SOPs address all safety aspects of equipment and facilities in use. c) All personnel aboard each vehicle crossing the water will have approved life vests.


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d) Crossing vehicles must have a functioning inter-communications system and maintain continuous contact with the RSO.

e) Wheeled and/or tracked vehicles will NOT be on the ice of any lake within the Field Training Area, unless they are part of a military Ice-Crossing training exercise.

2.7 AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE ITEMS ON RANGES

2.7.1 Smoking: Smoking is prohibited at firing pads, ready storage sites, and assembly sites. "No Smoking signs will be prominently displayed. Smoking is also prohibited on any vehicle used to transport propellants or explosives. The possession of matches or any other flame-producing device while working with, or transporting, propellants or explosives is not allowed, except as required for a particular operation.

2.7.2 Positioning and Issuing Ammunition and Explosives: Ammunition, explosives, and pyrotechnics will be positioned to minimize the potential for ignition from external sources, explosion, rapid burning, or sympathetic detonation, and will be located and stored IAW DA Pam 385-63 Range Safety and DA Pam 385-64 Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards.

2.7.3 NOTE - Safeguarding, handling, and protection of ammunition and explosives against the elements is a unit responsibility.

2.7.4 The following conditions must be followed with any ammunition that is stored on the ranges: a) Two Fire Extinguishers, fully charged, and within their expiration date. (Type 10BC, per the CRTC

LOG Support Procedures SOP, and DA PAM 385-64)

b) NOTE: Fire extinguishers can be obtained from Camp Ripley Supply and Servi