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September 2010
Help Support A Great Cause This MonthDear UXOInfo.com Readers,Hello and welcome to September 2010 edition of the UXO E-Newsletter. This month we have an article on the updates to DDESB 6055.9 STD and an article about UXO projects planned for Hawaii in the 2011 budget. This month we also report on the loss of two more EOD technicians in Afghanistan along with other UXO related articles for you. Of all the interesting articles this month, I wanted to make a special note of the article on a construction project that needs your help. The goal of the construction project is to build a handicap accessible house for Joey Jones, a young Marine EOD technician who recently lost both legs in an IED incident. We hope that you will join us in making a donation to this worthy cause. Please enjoy this month's UXO E-Newsletter and as always, if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions about the UXOInfo.com website, UXO E-Newsletter, or UXO in general please do not hesitate to contact me at jenna@uxoinfo.com. Also, please do keep UXOInfo.com in mind as a provider for support services for your UXO related projects. UXOInfo.com's support service offerings include GIS / Mapping, Data Entry, Technical Document Reviews, and 3-D Modeling support services. More information on these services can be found below. We also offer our UXO resume referral service and UXO technician work to help you find qualified and available staff for any UXO project. Best Regards, Jenna Coven UXOInfo.com Marketing Director Phone: (267) 295-8010 Email:jenna@uxoinfo.com |
20 September 2010
Hawaii UXO Earmarks for FY2011 Defense Budget |
Washington, D.C. The office of Senator Daniel K. Inouye, D-Hawaii issued a news release on their website on the earmarks slated for Hawaii in the FY 2011 Defense Appropriations Bill recently approved by the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The earmarks include over $7M for UXO related projects including: $1.75 million for initiatives related to military munitions, particularly along the Leeward Coast as part of the $5M Army Conservation and Ecosystem Management Funds to support the Army's stewardship of the land through ordnance monitoring, fire control management, and community outreach. $3M for the Hawaii Undersea Military Munitions Assessment project to assess the location, condition, and potential risk to human populations and the environment of discarded military munitions, including chemical munitions, disposed off of Oahu between 1933 and 1946. $3M for the Pacific Island UXO Detection and Munition Study which will focus on integrating airborne and ground sensors for "rapid UXO detection" in wet, highly weathered, and densely forested environments. The spending measure passed the full committee by a vote of 18-12 with Chairman Inouye voting in favor of the package. The measure will now go before the full Senate for a vote. |
03 September 2010
DDESB 6055.09 Standard Update ReleasedWashington, D.C. The Department of Defense Explosive Safety Board (DDESB) Administratively Reissued their Explosives Safety Standard "DoD Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards: 6055.09-M". In the re-issue process, the 6055.09 standard was reclassified as a "Manual" and was issued in a series of eight separate volumes. The volume which impacts the UXO industry the most is Volume 7: "Criteria for UXO, Munitions Response, Waste Military Munitions, and Material Potentially Presenting an Explosive Hazard (MPPEH)". Specifically within Volume 7 are enclosures on several topics including enclosures for UXO, Real Property Known or Suspected to Contain MEC and chemical agents (CA), and MPPEH. The revised Manual is close to the version that was updated and released in February 2008. However, the revised manual does have some interesting new or revised requirements that are worth noting. For starters, in the manual, the DDESB recognizes that environmental regulators and safety officials may "challenge a DoD field expert's decision as to whether or not a munition item found is safe to move". The manual states that such challenges may need to be elevated to higher levels of authority for resolution. It was not clear as to what is meant by "higher-levels" or who has the ultimate authority in the process. Another requirement added is the requirement that the MMRP UXO Safety Officer (UXO SO) ensure that all detonation sites are inspected after each detonation or misfire. The UXO SO is required to declare the area safe before personnel are allowed within Minimum Separation Distance (MSD) from the detonation site. For the most part this was being done in the field anyway but at some sites it was not the UXO SO who carried out this duty. Article continued on the UXOInfo.com website. |
17 September 2010
UXO Related Construction Project Needs Your HelpDawnville, Georgia A small but very important construction project due to start next week needs your help. The goal of the project is to build a home for 24-year old Joey Jones, a Marine EOD Technician who lost both legs last month due to an IED incident in Afghanistan. The handicapped-accessible home will provide this EOD hero a comfortable and safe place to live close to family and friends. Many companies and individuals have supported the cause including construction subcontractors who offered to provide their services at no charge. Several building material companies have donated material for the project. However, the project is still short on its goal. A local church pastor who is helping manage a fund raiser for Joey said that the family still needs around $28,000 to complete the project. Those in the UXO industry who are interested in supporting this great cause can make donations to Regions Bank, 509 S. Thornton Ave., Dalton GA 30720, with checks made to the "Joey Jones Fund.". Pastor Boyd can also be reached at 706-872-5391. According to Jamie Jones, a local reporter with "The Daily Citizen", Joey is scheduled to be transferred to Walter Reed Medial Center in Bethesda, Maryland on Monday where he will undergo additional physical therapy and rehabilitation. He is reported to be good spirits and is determined to get his independence back. For more information on Joey's story including interviews conducted with him prior to his deployment to Afghanistan, please visit www.daltoncitizen.com and search "Joey Jones". |
![]() www.vallon.de www.forceware.de Vallon GmbH, Germany, one of the leading manufacturers of mine detectors, bomb locators and evaluation software and its subsidiary company ForceWare GmbH, supplier of tools for EOD, demining and security equipment would like to inform the international demining community about their workshop in Germany: Live Demonstrations of:
The participation in the workshop is free of charge. During the workshop free meals and drinks are offered. For more information please contact info@vallon.de or visit our website www.vallon.de for online registration. |
![]() CH2M HILL is an industry leader providing munitions response services for planning, compliance, investigation and removal or remediation services. CH2M HILL provides the full scope of services required to support mission goals at sites suspected or known to have Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC) contamination, from environmental management and permitting to regulatory site closure and property transfer. CH2M Hill is the only company that has a transportable Controlled Detonation Chamber (CDC) technology approved by the Department of Defense Explosives Safety Board (DDESB) for destruction of munitions, explosives, and energetics. CH2M HILL provides the following munitions response services:
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Life Insurance for UXO Technicians and HAZMAT OperatorsWhether being deployed overseas or performing hazardous duties |
Babita Vashist AFBA 5 Star Life Registered Agent Direct Line: 703-238-7251 Toll Free: 1-866-961-2322 (AFBA) Email: AFBA@defenselifeinsurance.com Website: www.defenselifeinsurance.com |
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Insuring the Heroes that Defend Our Great Nation |
![]() UXO TECHNICIAN LEVEL 1 TRAINING in CANADAAMEC and the University of New Brunswick |
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AMEC and the University of New Brunswick are currently working together to schedule another course for the fall 2010 Season. This course is accredited by the University of New Brunswick. Successful graduates are approved to work on UXO sites in Canada. The course is priced competitively with others in the United States and is offered with or without accommodations. For more details and how to enroll in the program: Call Ellen Stewart at (506)458-7619 |
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Bonetti Explosives is a company that caters to the UXO industry and beyond. We provide many products and services that meet the demands of our customers like never before. Just a few of these include specialized moldable binary explosives, munitions debris recyling, and training for law enforcement and technicians. Moldable Binary ExplosivesWhen it comes to explosives, you should think about safety, low shipping cost, no storage requirements, high brisance, low price, versatility and reliability. Mattanite, Bonetti's binary explosive offers all of these features and more. You will soon learn that Mattanite is the ideal explosive for all of your UXO projects. |
Munition Debris Recycling Improper demilitarization and recycling of military scrap and munitions debris has led to one of the largest and most fatal problems for the UXO industry. Bonetti's professional staff of seasoned UXO/EOD personnel know how to properly and safely recycle military scrap and munitions debris thereby eliminating risk to our clients. For the transition of munitions debris to civilian recycling, let Bonetti handle your scrap. At Bonetti we have also made it a point to educate civilians, technicians and law enforcement personnel about explosives with an up close and personal, but safe approach. At our demo range, our facility offers a fun, safe and comfortable environment for learning. An onsite mock meth lab for Law Enforcement, an indirect viewing bunker for technicians and a large area for explosive demonstration are only some of what Bonetti's training center offers. At Bonetti Explosives we have the personnel, the products, and the drive to help you maintain the competitive edge. Please visit us online at www.bonettiexplosives.com or call us at (979) 739-5597 to learn more. |
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Schonstedt Instrument Company is the world's leading manufacturer of hand-held Fluxgate magnetometers for UXO and weapons detection. Schonstedt magnetic locators find ferrous metal targets used in landmines, buried ordnance, other munitions and explosives of concern (MEC), and hidden weapons. They have been tested and proven by the US military, private contractors and NGOs in military and humanitarian de-mining operations around the globe. For a 1-page overview of the company's magnetic locator product line, go to www.findordnance.com |
Schonstedt Instrument Company |
Tel: +1 304 725 1050 (ext. 4718) Tel: +1 800 999 8280 (USA Toll Free) Fax: +1 304 725 1095 Email: info@schonstedt.com URL: www.findordnance.com |
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08 September 2010
Fires at Two Separate Munitions Manufacturing Plants Under Same Parent CompanySeneffe, Belgium A fire broke out in a munition factory owned by Mecar, a subsidiary of Britain's Chemring Group, which caused a series of explosions lasting for nearly two hours. The fire started in what was reported as the final assembly line of medium caliber ammunition. The exact cause of the fire is under investigation. The munitions plant employs close to 400 workers who were evacuated. One worker was transported to the hospital for the treatment of minor non-life threatening injuries. The Mecar munitions factory located in central Belgium produces grenades, mortars, artillery projectiles and various pyrotechnic devices for several NATO countries. A nearby roadway was closed during the response but was reopened later that same day after the fire was contained. Approximately one week later (15 September) at another munitions manufacturing facility owned by the Chemring Group, the Kilgore Corporation munitions plant located in Toone, Tennessee also had an explosive incident. In what was reported as a "flash-fire", at least six people were injured during the incident including three critically wounded. The explosion and resulting fire were contained to one building which was heavily damaged. Fire fighters elected to let the building burn down due to other potential explosive hazards within the building. The cause of the accident is under investigation. The Toone plant has been in operation since 1960 with history that includes an explosion in 2001 which killed one employee. The two plants share the same parent company, the Chemring Group PLC based in the U.K., who manufacture airborne IR decoy flares and other pyrotechnics. |
September 2010
Explosives Courses Offer Civilians Valuable TrainingColumbus, Texas Explosives training courses have traditionally been focused towards EOD/UXO and law enforcement personnel. However, in these days of increased terrorist threats from IEDs focused on civilian targets both in the U.S. and aboard, the need exists for explosives awareness training for civilians. Bonetti Explosives is meeting that need through the Explosives Awareness Course. The class is designed to provide civilians a firsthand look at what explosives look like and what they are capable of doing. The course is designed to help students recognize explosive components such as detonators and det-cord as well as various types of common explosives used by terrorist so that they can better inform the police and investigators if they encounter any future threats. |
A recent student of the course, Larissa Lindsay, a security specialist for Planned Parenthood, had this to say about the class, "Realizing that hearing about "explosive devices" on the news was not going to help me recognize and understand them, I was happy to discover Bonetti Explosives. While there are various internet articles, training modules, and videos about explosives, I was searching for a place where a civilian could hear, see, and ask questions. I was not disappointed in the least. The value in seeing the components, understanding the terms, being exposed to types, shapes, different sounds, and to experience the damage was invaluable. Owners Matt Barnett and his wife Gina are ordnance professionals, and it shows. I have recommended this class to both civilian and law enforcement colleagues. One step in preventing an act is to understand the principles. I got more than I paid for". |
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The explosives awareness course can be tailored to meet the needs of the students. For example, a course given to members of a private security firm included a mock office setting with a small explosive device placed on a desk. The aftermath was a grim reminder of what such a small amount of explosives is capable of doing when in the wrong hands. The course also reviews proper security measures for UXO which represents a hazard in more ways than just to the unsuspecting passerby. With the violence on the U.S. and Mexican border growing all the time and terrorism worldwide escalating, it is important for people to recognize what could be a dangerous situation. It is important for all members of our society to be on the same page with understanding the threat associated with the misuse of explosives. For more information on the Explosives Awareness Course, please contact Matt or Gina Barnett at (979) 739-5597 or visit Bonetti Explosives online at www.bonettiexplosives.com. |
![]() Innovative Technical Solutions, Inc. (ITSI) is a national Engineering, Construction & Consulting firm based in Walnut Creek, California, (www.itsi.com) focusing on providing design-build infrastructure and environmental solutions for our clients. ITSI's clients include all branches of the Department of Defense in addition to municipal and commercial clients. We are seeking a UXO Technician III for our Denver CO office to work on environmental and remediation projects. Responsibilities will include:
Qualifications and Education: To apply: Please visit the Careers section of our website at http://www.itsi.com/careers.php. A comprehensive benefits package is available. Please visit our website at www.itsi.com. ITSI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident. |
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Through the UXO Referral Service, UXOInfo.com will locate and pre-screen candidates based upon the specific needs of your organization. UXOInfo.com knows the UXO business and knows the right questions to ask to properly screen personnel. Only those candidates that are highly qualified and meet your screening criteria will be referred for consideration. Temporary UXO Technician Placements To fill temporary UXO Technicians positions on a project-by-project basis, UXOInfo.com offers access to the UXO Technician Network. Through the UXO Technician Network, companies can access the largest on-line network of UXO Technicians to staff any type of project. To use the UXO Technician Network Service, email UXOInfo.com the specifications for the project including location, scope, duration, levels and numbers of positions available. UXOInfo.com will then create a customized announcement that is emailed to the over 400 registered UXO Technicians in the network. UXOInfo.com then screens the potential interested candidates and forwards the respective resumes on for consideration. Fees to access the UXO Technician Network are based upon the number and level of UXO Technician(s) needed. For more information on the UXO Referral Service and the UXO Technician Network including rates and fees, please contact UXOInfo.com's Marketing Coordinator, Jenna Coven at jenna@uxoinfo.com. UXO Technicians and other UXO Professionals Seeking Employment Enter your resume into the UXOInfo.com UXO Resume Database and start receiving offers and opportunities within the UXO industry. Use the UXO Profile Entry Form and complete your free profile today. By completing a profile, you automatically become part of the UXO Resume Response Line and UXO Technician Network. Sign up for free and start receiving UXO opportunities. |
From the Front Lines - Iraq and Afghanistan 31 August 2010 Marine EOD Program Suffers Loss in AfghanistanAfghanistan Marine EOD Master Sgt. Daniel Fedder, 34, was killed by a roadside bomb in Helmand Province. The Camp Pendleton-based Marine was assigned to the 1st EOD Company, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, on his first deployment to Afghanistan. Prior to deploying to Afghanistan, Fedder had served two tours in Iraq in 2004 and 2006. The 16-year veteran of the Marine Corps from Pine City, Minnesota was awarded more than a dozen personal service awards, including the Purple Heart during his time in the Marines. He leaves behind a wife and two children. 13 September 2010 Army EOD Officer Killed In CombatBagram, Afghanistan U.S. Army Captain Jason T. McMahon died of wounds suffered after insurgents attacked his unit with indirect fire. McMahon, 35, was an Ordnance officer commanding for the 744th Ordnance Company, 184th Ordnance Battalion (EOD), 52nd Ordnance Group, based in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He joined the Army in 1996, gained his commission in 2006, and arrived at Fort Campbell in 2008. McMahon was a decorated hero with numerous awards and decorations including: a Bronze Star Medal; a Purple Heart; Meritorious Service Medal; Army Commendation Medal; Army Achievement Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Afghanistan Expeditionary Medal; and an Iraq Campaign Medal among other awards and achievements. McMahon is survived by his wife, three daughters, and parents. |
23 September 2010Public UXO Awareness Training Scheduled for NantucketNantucket, Massachusetts the USACE New England District plans to hold public UXO safety awareness training this month to educate area residents on the hazards of UXO associated with the Nantucket Beach FUDS. The FUDS is located in the Tom Nevers Area and consists of approximately 2,900 acres of land. The land was initially leased by the U.S. Government from September 1943 until June 30 1946 to support operations at the Quonset Naval Air Station including aerial rocket and gunnery training. Three ranges were used in the area during the 1940s including the Nantucket Beach aerial rocket range which is currently owned by the Nantucket Conservation Foundation, Town of Nantucket, Land Bank Commission and private owners. Portions of the site are publicly accessible. The USACE also released an information brochure on UXO awareness for the area which can be viewed using the download link below. The UXO awareness meeting was scheduled for 28 September at the Nantucket High School cafeteria at 10 Surfside Road. The meeting is open to the public. Download the UXO Awareness Trifold for Nantucket Beach FUDS. |
September 2010
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BOMB, PHOTOFLASH, 100-POUND, M122 |
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Main charge: 75 pounds Photoflash Powder |
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The M122 Photoflash bomb is a round-nosed cylindrical bomb. The body is adapted for a nose fuze and is shipped with the fin assembly
attached. Two suspension bands are provided for double hook suspension. The total weight of the bomb is 107 pounds. The bomb is just
under 56 inches in length.
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TM 9-1325-200, Bombs and Bomb Components, April 1966 | |||
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Photoflash bombs are thin walled bombs designed to burst in air to produce a light of high intensity for night photography. The M122 Photoflash Bomb is loaded with 75 pounds of photoflash powder through an access hole in the rear position of the body. A burster, issued separately, is assembled in the bomb case before the bomb is loaded. The burster extends from the nose fuze well to the base plug. The body is adapted for a nose fuze (M147A1 or M909 w / nose vane T582) and is shipped with the fin assembly attached. When the bomb functions, it emits a large light flash (i.e., like a giant flashbulb on a old style camera) and was used in early years to provide illumination for aerial night photography. New Feature Download the Ordnance Tech Data Sheet for the BOMB, PHOTOFLASH, 100-POUND, M122. |
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