bo 3500.1n - Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
bo 3500.1n - Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
bo 3500.1n - Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
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BO 3500.1N<br />
25 Mar 08<br />
f. Pallets shall only be used for BZO or 10 meter machinegun qualifications.<br />
When engineer stakes are utilized to support pallets, they shall be<br />
placed on the outside edges of the pallet.<br />
6001. RANGE CONTROL FEATURES<br />
1. Range Signs and Markers. Range signs and markers are placed on all<br />
ranges, mortar positions, and artillery firing areas (AFAs) to indicate<br />
firing lines, lateral limits, range number, and other information. Firing<br />
lines and lateral limits are not indicated at mortar or artillery firing<br />
areas. The signs and markers are described below.<br />
a. Surveyed Monuments. A white concrete monument placed near the center<br />
of firing lines and AFAs.<br />
b. Firing Line Markers<br />
(1) Left. Small, white concrete monument.<br />
(2) Right. Small, red concrete monument.<br />
c. Range Limit Signs<br />
(1) Left. 4’ x 4’ to 12’ x 12’, white and black checker<strong>bo</strong>ard, square<br />
wood sign.<br />
(2) Right. 4’ x 4’ to 12’ x 12’, red and black checker<strong>bo</strong>ard, square<br />
wood sign.<br />
d. Range Number Signs. A sign bearing the range number for each range.<br />
e. Hearing Loss Signs. A sign warning users hearing protection devices<br />
are required.<br />
f. Off Limits Signs. A sign warning the area is off-limits by order of<br />
the Commanding Officer, MCB, unless scheduled through the Range Scheduling<br />
Office.<br />
g. Impact Area Signs. A sign warning personnel of live-fire impact<br />
areas.<br />
h. Additional signs outlining specific instructions or precautionary<br />
measures may be posted as deemed necessary by the AC/S, O&T.<br />
2. Barricades and Range Guards. Either barricades or range guards shall<br />
block normal approaches to danger areas created by firing. The RCO shall<br />
determine specific requirements.<br />
a. Barricades. Barricades, when required, shall be provided by the<br />
Range Operations Division for all roads and trails leading into range areas.<br />
There are two types of barricades listed below.<br />
(1) Portable barricades consisting of clearly visible sign, will be<br />
placed directly across the road. A sign stating, “Live-Firing in Progress,<br />
Keep Out” shall be attached to the barricade. The sign shall be clearly<br />
visible to anyone attempting to enter the range area.<br />
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