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NWP 4-01.410.16.5.2 Communications. Communicationsshould be used during helicopter external load operationsand will be discussed during planning. As a minimum,the team leader and CCO representative shouldbe on the flight deck radio net.10.16.5.3 Static Discharge Grounding Wand.The static discharge grounding wand is designed toprotect the user from static electric shock during helicopterexternal load operations. Medium- and heavylifthelicopters can produce a severe or fatal shock if notgrounded when touched. The stored charge of staticelectricity of any helicopter increases with helicopterweight and low humidity.The static discharge grounding wand consists of ahollowed rod with a grounding cable and clamp attachedto one end and a hook attached to the other end.Lineman 20 kVA gloves will be worn for additionalprotection. The cable clamp is attached to a padeye onthe deck of the ship or designated grounding receptacle.WARNING• Proper grounding is essential to effectivelydischarge static electricity. Attachment ofthe cable clamp to the cargo load is not sufficient.To ground the cargo hook, the clampmust be attached to a designated groundingreceptacle or to a deck padeye.• Do not hold the grounding cable or the “nohold” section of the wand during grounding.Because of the rapid buildup of static electricity,continuous contact must be made betweenthe wand and the cargo hook.• A hole in the lineman’s gloves, regardless ofsize, could leave a part of the hands unprotectedfrom static electric shock, which mayresult in severe injury or death to groundcrew personnel.10.16.6 Coordination and Training. An importantfactor in preparing for shipboard external load operationsis having thoroughly trained personnel. Duringshipboard operations, designated ship’s personnel areresponsible for the supervision and control of all externallift operations. On amphibious aviation assaultships and air-capable ships, selected embarked Marinepersonnel are assigned to assist the ship’s CCO andflight deck officer FDO during external lift operationsof Marine cargo, equipment, and vehicles.1. As loads of Marine equipment are generally differentfrom standard Navy VERTREP loads, theyrequire different hookup procedures and use ofpersonnel specifically trained in those procedures.2. During planning for shipboard external lift operations,the supported unit and transporting unitshould review NWP 3-04.1M (formerly NWP42) and OH 5-3A.3. A liaison meeting shall be conducted with theembarked Marine unit and appropriate ship’s representativesprior to the operation. This meetingis to review the loading plan, load characteristics,rigging procedures, and HELT composition.4. Personnel participating in shipboard external liftoperations must be thoroughly trained in safeoperating procedures.10.16.6.1 Training. The responsibility for havingtrained personnel, familiar with external lift proceduresfor their equipment, lies with the unit beingtransported. The CCO, as the representative of theship’s commanding officer, must be thoroughly familiarwith and trained in external loading procedures.Marines formally trained in helicopter external loadoperations shall be used to the maximum extent possible.As there is a limited number of formally trainedpersonnel to support multideck external lift operations,locally trained personnel will be used as part ofthe ship’s platoon. All HELT personnel in the ship’splatoon must be thoroughly familiar with the trainingobjectives listed below:1. Knowledge and recognition of lifting devices(e.g., slings, nets, bars, etc.)2. Familiarity with general hookup procedures (seeOH 5-3A)3. Knowledge of safety hazards4. Familiarity with the unit’s equipment that is routinelylifted by helicopter5. Knowledge of each team member’s tasks6. Knowledge of operation and maintenance ofslings and other lifting devices7. Familiarity with the helicopter’s hookup systems10-35 ORIGINAL