Attachment_2_-_27_SOAOS_SOP_13-212.pdf

STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE 13-212

13 Mar 2017

MELROSE AIR FORCE RANGE (MAFR) ADMINISTRATIVE MISSION AND CONTRACTOR ACCESS

CHAPTER 1

MELROSE AIR FORCE RANGE (MAFR) AUTHORITY

1.1 27th Special Operations Wing (SOW) Range Operating Authority (ROA). The MAFR ROA, 27 SOW/CC, IAW AFI 13-212, is required to establish range safety and security procedures to include physical safeguards for all range equipment and facilities. The ROA holds responsibility for the MAFR Complex. In addition, the ROA is required to establish procedures for range, ground and explosive safety.

1.2 27th Special Operations Air Operations Squadron /Range Management Office (27 SOAOS/RMO).

Command and control of the range is coordinated through the RMO via the Range Officer (RO) and the Range Control Officer (Range Control). The Melrose Range Safety Officer is assigned to the RMO and is responsible for the management of the MAFR Ground Users Safety Program (GUSP).

1.3 Other Agencies. All unit commanders will ensure their personnel comply with the provisions of this SOP when performing ground duties within the MAFR Complex.

CHAPTER 2

MAFR GROUND USER SAFETY PROGRAM (GUSP)

2.1 GUSP. This program is aligned with other DOD ranges paralleling the guidance from AR 385-63 Range Safety and DA PAM 385-63 Range Safety (Department of the Army Pamphlet) that governs Army and Marine Corps Range Safety programs. All ground personnel must be escorted by an RMO certified Range Safety Officer (RSO). Upon completion of training a certification card will be issued, and must be carried while on the range. NOTE: Failure to provide proof of certification will result in cessation of the event until credentials can be verified. Circumstance may arise where credentials may not be verifiable through other means. If credentials cannot be verified, the member will be escorted off the range and the event delayed until a replacement can be found.

2.1.1 Range Safety Officer (RSO). The RSO is aligned with AR 385-63 and DA PAM 385-63 Range Safety Officer and Officer-in-Charge guidance. The RSO is the primary member responsible for communications with the Range Control Officer (Range Control) and all unit operations including conduct, safety, and compliance on MAFR. The RSO is accountable for the personnel they escort on MAFR and must be able to fully influence the conduct of the event. All RSOs must be appointed, current, qualified, and trained.

2.1.1.1 Appointed. All ground unit commanders must designate unit RSOs in writing. The RSO Appointment Letter must include the requirement, duties, and qualifications for each RSO.

2.1.1.2 Qualified. The RSO must be qualified and knowledgeable in the weapons systems, ammunition, and procedures being employed. This includes JTAC qualified personnel for air-to-surface and surface-to-surface calls for fires. Appointment letters will provide a list of qualifications. Additions to qualifications must be provided with a new letter signed by the unit commander.

2.1.1.3 Trained. The RSO completed standard programs of instruction for each weapon system or event being performed. The certifications will be provided by the owning unit.

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2.1.1.4 Current. The RSO is current in activities they are performing or supervising having completed the activity within required training currency windows and not requiring a separate instructor overseeing the RSOs activities.

2.1.1.5 Restrictions. RSO’s are limited to supervising 12 personnel at a time. A RSO is to be in the presence of each geographically separated element. An RSO must remain, at all times, with escorted personnel while on the range. When multiple RSO’s are required for an event, one will be designated the primary POC for all communications. The Range Control shall be immediately informed via positive communications of a change to the designated primary POC.

2.1.1.6 Coordination. All RSO’s shall have radios for communicating with the Range Control and will inform the Range Control when elements will be separated unless otherwise coordinated. Individual RSO’s will also have unique call signs and will not change call signs while on the range. To ensure communications effectiveness, unofficial adhoc call signs e.g. CE 1, CE 2, JSR 1, DWG 2, etc. shall be approved by the RMO.

2.1.1.7 Training. The RSO will complete a RSO certification program administered by the MAFR, Range Safety Officer. The MAFR, RSO customizes RSO specific training and safety briefings dependent upon the trainees training requirements.

Familiarization with the minimum training requirements listed below:

Communication procedures (positive communications) Identification of impact areas Identification of live fire ranges Laser safety (LEP) Range orientation Range safety RSO duties and responsibilities RSO qualification requirements UXO hazards

A range site visit to all planned training areas is required. In addition, the RSO trainee will be required to pass a written test.

2.1.1.8 Access Denial. Access to MAFR shall be denied and mission numbers shall not be issued for requestors without a qualified RSO escort.

CHAPTER 3

MAFR SCHEDULING AUTHORITY (SA)

3.1 27 SOW Range Scheduling Authority (SA). The SA responsible for the scheduling of mission numbers for the MAFR Complex. Both SA and the RMO ensures all contractors receive the applicable range operating instructions, including this standard operating procedure and will serve as the ROA’s agent to enforce AFI 13-212V1_AFSOCSUP_CANNONAFB_ADDENDUM-A-O requirements. All contractors shall be familiar with all range operations and procedures.

3.1.1 Security and Control. Scheduling is the initial method to maintain security and control on MAFR. All exceptions to security and control procedures must be approved by RMO/ROO.

3.1.2 Mission Number Scheduling Procedures. The SA is the focal point for scheduling normal, additional operating hours, schedule changes and dissemination of range safety information. Procedures for attaining a mission number are posted on the MAFR website (https://melroserange.cannon.af.mil). The contractor, construction manager, project manager shall submit requests for mission numbers using the Center Scheduling Enterprise (CSE) scheduling system and the SA shall validate the requests. The link to CSE is found on the MAFR website under the Airspace Scheduling Link.

When scheduling missions in CSE, use the following format in the comments:

Call Sign: [Must be an approved call sign].

POC: [Name of qualified RSO, full contact information].

Purpose: [Purpose].

Additional Comments: [any other pertinent information].

3.1.2.1 SA Contact Number. The SA can be contacted during regular duty hours (0730-1630) at (575) 784- 7636/4347.

3.1.2.2 Mission Number Timeline. All CSE inputs will be in by COB Tuesday two weeks prior to the week of execution for deconfliction at the weekly Range Wars held in Bldg. 790. Inputs after Tuesday will be ‘white boarded’ and integrated into the schedule after initial deconfliction is complete. Following COB on the day of Range Wars, any change requests to events scheduled on MAFR require 27 SOAOS/RMO approvals via the CANNONAFB Form 12.

3.1.2.2.1 Mission Number Extensions. Requestors must adhere to scheduled timelines. If an extension is required, immediately contact the Range Control with the requested schedule change. The Range Control will coordinate with the SA, who will update the new timeline if approved. Requestors cannot assume that one timeline extension is blanket approval for subsequent extensions.

3.1.3 Emergency Access Processes. Ground administrative and support users on administrative missions characterized as an emergency requiring mitigation within 24 hours after notification, and/or classified as impacting the mission by reducing operational effectiveness, will be scheduled by the SA on a mission first priority. The emergency condition shall be justified with work order, project or contract or FM 9 number with an estimated completed date.

CHAPTER 4

MAFR ACCESS, SECURITY AND CONTROL

4.1 MAFR Access. Melrose Air Force Range’s standard operating hours are 0800L-0200L, Monday through Friday. Any requests for operations outside of the normal range hours shall be made in writing to 27 SOAOS/RMO at least three weeks in advance.

4.2 MAFR Entry Control Point. Ground administrative and support users on administrative missions must sign in at the MAFR Entry Control Point (ECP), present a current RSO card, validate mission number, receive a safety briefing, pick up radios and trackers before access to MAFR will be granted.

4.3 LMR/Radios. Radios are located at the MAFR ECP on Sun Dale Valley Road and will be issued by the Range Control. Radios are issued on a hand receipt. By 0200, non-essential personnel and contractors on administrative missions are responsible for returning each radio in the same condition it was issued.

4.3.1 Positive Communications. Contract personnel and truck drivers on MAFR physically separated from the RSO escort are required to have a radio to maintain positive communications with Range Control.

4.3.1.1 Positive Acknowledgement. Users shall acknowledge all advisories, e.g. “Range Support 54 copies laser training in effect” from the Range Control. All movement requires Range Control approval.

4.3.1.2 Entry and Exit Movement. Inform the Range Control by radio or phone prior to entry or exit of operating areas to include both training and maneuver areas. Entry and departure from sites such as the B&G, RSC, MPEF or the Mesa requires notifying and gaining approval from the Range Control.

4.3.2 Unauthorized Entry. Unauthorized entry on MAFR shall immediately be reported by the Range Control (RC), Range Officer (RO), and/or Range Inspector (RI) to the CAFB 27 SOSFS, (575) 784-4111, and the 27 SOAOS Command Post, at (575) 784-2253/4. If practical, the RO or RI shall attempt to make contact with the trespasser, assess the situation, and report all additional information through the Range Control.

4.4 Range Pictures. The Director, Range Management Office is the approval authority for taking of photographs with a camera or cell phone.

4.5 Priority. As a Primary Training Range, MAFR is open to all organizations within the DOD, other federal agencies, and local agencies on a vetted, space-available basis. AFSOC and/or ROA directed missions will take precedence over all other missions. For routine scheduling purposes, the order of priority is as follows:

1. Assigned users*

2. Habitual users with signed agreement with the 27 SOW

3. All other users, on a space-available basis.

*NOTE: For the purposes of determining assigned user priority, pre-deployment training (defined as a deployment within 90 days of the event), will normally be considered the top priority.

4.6 Ground Administrative and Support User Categories. Ground administrative and support users are not members of the Range Management Office, range operations contract or fire protective services.

There are three basic categories of administrative and support users/vendors requiring access to MAFR 1) MAFR range maintenance goods and services vendors, 2) architectural-engineering (A-E) construction project contractors and subcontractors, and 3) MAFR infrastructure support services organizations and vendors.

4.6.1 MAFR Service Contractors Mission Number and Escort Responsibilities. The MAFR service contractor shall be responsible for providing access and escort for range maintenance goods and services vendors.

4.6.2 A-E Construction Project Manager Mission Number and Escort Responsibilities. The (A-E) project/construction manager shall be responsible for the administration of accessing and scheduling mission numbers through CSE and ensuring project contractors and subcontractors are compliant with access training and qualification requirements for operating on MAFR.

4.6.3 Infrastructure Support Services Supervisors/Sponsors Mission Number and Escort Responsibilities.

Infrastructure support services supervisors and/or sponsors of e.g. LRS, CE, RCEC, FEC, etc. shall be responsible for directly coordinating mission numbers with wing SA, and ensure infrastructure support personnel are compliant with range access training and qualifications.

SA requires the following format to issue a mission number:

POC:

Date/Time:

Duration:

Range Safety Officer Escort name:

POC:

Purpose:

Destination(s):

Vehicle #s:

Personnel #s:

4.7 Range Access Denial. If any member of the three administrative and user categories do not have an assigned mission number, the Range Control will deny access to the range.

CHAPTER 5

MAFR RANGE SAFETY

5.1 MAFR Safety. The MAFR Safety and Laser Safety Briefing will be performed by the Range Control at the MAFR ECP. All personnel accessing MAFR for the first time are required to sign in and receive a MAFR Safety and Laser Safety Briefing.

5.2 Laser Eye Protection. All personnel shall have access to laser eye protection (LEP) when operating inside the laser footprint. During combat laser operations, LEPs shall be worn by outdoor personnel inside the laser footprint. Construction contractors shall purchase LEPs and have in possession before performing work on MAFR construction projects.

5.3 Termination of Range Activities. The Range Control or ROO may terminate range activities based on the range operation’s condition matrix.

5.4 Medical Emergency Procedures. In the event of medical emergency users shall notify the Range Control by radio or via phone: (575) 784-6646. The Range Control will run the emergency response checklist based on the nature of the medical emergency.

5.5 Evacuation Location. During emergency situations requiring the evacuation of MAFR, follow Range Control guidance. MAFR’s mandatory evacuation point is Dales Tire, 800 Denby Avenue, Melrose, NM 88124.

5.6 Travel Routes. Contractor personnel will remain on designated routes and approved by the Range Control, Range Officer or the Range Inspector. All users shall adhere to all visibly posted signs on MAFR.

5.7 Positive Control. Contractors shall ensure they have positive control over all project personnel at all times to preclude entry into active hazard areas.

5.8 Wildfire Reporting. Report all fires on or near MAFR immediately to the Range Control by radio or via phone (575) 784-6646).

5.9 Hot Work Permits. Welding on MAFR is prohibited except when the user is issued a “Hot Work Permit” by the Cannon AFB Fire Department. Melrose Fire and Rescue is not authorized to issue a “Hot Work Permit.” The Range Control will be notified before hot work is to be performed. Violators will be removed from MAFR and reported to the appropriate authority.

5.10 Burn Restrictions. Open burning, burn pits, and barbecue grilling is prohibited on Melrose AFR.

Smoking is authorized in designated smoking areas only. Violators will be removed from MAFR and reported to the appropriate authority.

5.11 Activity Area Clean-up. All range users and contractors will police their training areas for trash, construction debris and brass. Burning of trash and construction residue will result in the removal of the user or contractor. All activity areas must be cleared by the RO or Range Inspector (RI) before personnel and contractors are granted permission to leave the range. Violators will be called back to police the area, restricted from MAFR, and reported to the Director, Range Management Office.

5.12 MAFR Munitions Residue. Do not disturb range munitions residue. Handling or removing Unexploded Ordinance (UXOs) by unauthorized personnel is strictly prohibited and could result in serious injury or death. Upon detection of suspected range residue or UXOs, immediately notify the Range Control/ROO via radio or phone (575)-784-6646.

5.13 Firearms. Personal firearms are expressly forbidden on Melrose Air Force Range. Law Enforcement will be notified if personal firearms are detected on MAFR.

5.14 Well Heads, Water Tanks and Water Service Lines. Do not disturb well heads, water tanks, water valves or water supply lines. Immediately report damage to all water appurtenances to Range Control/RO and project site manager. Violators will be restricted from access to MAFR and reported to the appropriate authorities.

CHAPTER 6

MAFR ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

6.1 Historical and Cultural Resources. New Mexico state law forbids the disturbance of historical and cultural artifacts. Violators will be barred from MAFR and reported to the appropriate authority.

6.2 Road, Two Track, and Trail Construction Restrictions. New Mexico state law forbids the disturbance of roads, two track roads or trails without consultation and written consent by the State Historical Preservation Office (SHPO) of New Mexico. If a construction project or activity requires disturbing or modifying of any of the above, the user shall immediately notify 27 SOAOS/RMO (575) 784-4002 and 27 SOCES/CEA (575) 784-6035. 27 SOCONS contract administrators or representatives, 27 SOCES project managers, and RMO personnel are not authorized to violate federal and state laws. Best management practices call for identifying requirements early in the planning stages. Violations will result in project or activity restrictions and/or delays until SHPO concurrence or approval is granted.

6.3 MAFR Wildlife Restrictions. Do not touch or disturb any wildlife while on the range.

DEFINTION OF TERMS

Administrative Missions—All activities excluding the following: tactical ground training, Melrose Range Contract Service and Range Management Operations.

Essential Personnel—Those personnel on a range participating in a test, training or evaluation scenario involving the employment of ordnance (air/surface/sea) including Mission Essential Personnel and those personnel not required for ordnance employment including maneuver elements, opposition forces, instructors, evaluators, etc.

Melrose Air Force Range Service Contractor—Personnel assigned to MAFR that are employed through the MAFR Service Contract.

Mission Essential Personnel—Those personnel on a range directly required for the employment of ordnance (air/surface/sea) in a test, training or evaluation scenario. Access to active Hazard Areas is limited to Mission Essential Personnel. This may include JTACs, TACPs, Range Control officers, scorers, and any other personnel identified as required by the ROA.

Non-essential Personnel—Those personnel required to be on range but who remain outside of active Danger Areas. Examples include range personnel conducting maintenance or administrative activities not participating in a test, training or evaluation scenario and not directly required for the employment of ordnance, etc.

Operating Areas—MAFR operating areas are defined as training areas, maneuver areas, and manned sites such as the B&G and Mesa.

Primary Training Range (PTR)—PTRs are normally located in close proximity to their primary users, accommodate basic to intermediate air-to-surface, electronic combat (EC), or air-to-air training and consist of a limited land area (typically 5,000-100,000 acres). Typical PTRs contain target arrays, threat simulators, and weapons scoring systems and provide Class A, B, C and/or D service.

Range Control (RC)—The Range Control is responsible for the control of all flight and ground operations whenever Class A services are provided. The primary responsibility of the Range Control is the control of range operations in accordance with all applicable regulations, and to prevent or eliminate unsafe practices through close supervision of range missions and related ground support. An Range Control may be a military member, a DoD civilian employee, or a government contractor, but as a minimum will have rated aircrew, Air Traffic Control (ATC), Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC), Enlisted Terminal Attack Controller (ETAC) or previous Range Control experience.

Range Operating Authority (ROA)— The wing commander, or designated commander responsible for operating and maintaining the range.

Range Officer (RO)—The Range Officer is responsible for all range maintenance and day-to- day operating activities. The ROO interfaces with operations personnel and other base agencies. For matters of safety, the ROO will be subordinate to the Range Control during aircraft operations on the range. The RO will be qualified as a Range Control. The RO will be a commissioned officer or DoD civilian employee. The RO has authority over all ground operations and support functions on the range.

Range Safety Officer (RSO)—The RSO program permits personnel to access to the range in an administrative/oversight capacity. The RSO program provides the necessary level of training to allow personnel to operate on the range in a non-tactical, administrative capacity safely and with minimal impact to operations. A RO or RC must be present while the RSO is on range. The RSO will be restricted to areas required for the performance of their duties. The RSO is accountable for the personnel they escort on MAFR. Each RSO must be designated in writing by their commander, contracting officer, and identity that accepts liability for selecting and approving the appointee. The RSO and all escorted personnel must sign in at the B&G upon entry. The RSO will not deviate from the established route of travel for the specific area of use, except in case of emergency and will ensure the safety and accountability of any person they escort on to MAFR.

ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT AND COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE 13-212

CONTRACTOR’S SIGNATURE:__________________________________ DATE:________________

27 SOAOS/RMO REPRESENTATIVE:_____________________________ DATE:________________