Basic Bomb Handling System
BOMB BASKETS
The baskets are a special construction of
laminated ballistic fiberglass which absorbs energy from explosive forces through
controlled delamination. (photo 1)
BODY
SHIELDS
Shields are made with ballistic fiberglass, are
24" x 36" and weigh approximately 17 lbs. Handles are designed so that the
shield balances properly for one-hand carry and can be held on either the left or the
right arm. (photo 2)
BODY
ARMOR
The light weight body armor is designed to protect
all vital body organs. The armor is ballistic fiberglass and is covered with a smooth
outer fabric. Elasticized bands hold the chest piece in place, while the back and crotch
piece are secured with snaps and Velcro locking bands. Total weight of each 3-piece set is
18 lbs. (photo 3)
LIFTING CLAMPS
Lifting clamps are designed to
perform several functions. Jaws can be opened to 14 inches, thus allowing the clamp to be
fastened on most window frames, door jams, beams, etc. Their primary function is for
depositing a suspected device in a bomb basket from 50 feet away, as described under
"Bomb Handling Techniques". In some situations they may also be used for
lowering a loaded basket from a window. (photo 4)
ROPES
Two 100-foot ropes and one 200-foot
Polypro rope are furnished with each system. They are made of 1100 lb. test PolyPropylene.
One end of each rope is equipped with a snaplock hook. Their function is to guide and tow
the bomb basket from a distance, rig lifting devices, and remotely drag suspected bombs
from inaccessible places for remote loading into a bomb basket. (photo 5)
LIFTING BRIDLE
The lifting bridle is made of 1100
lb. test PolyPropylene. Four ropes are woven into a common lifting ring. Each rope is
equipped with a snap-lock hook. This bridle is installed on the bomb basket prior to bomb
pick up. With the bridle in place, the basket can be raised or lowered from buildings or
lifted into the Bomb Transport Trailer. (photo 6)
DRAWSTRING NET
The net is made of Nylon netting
approximately 3 ft. square, with 50 ft. of 1/8" Nylon cord. The end of the cord is
woven around the perifery of the netting to form the drawstring. (photo 6)
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
Full color slides, plus a sound tape
describing the uses of this equipment, are provided with each system. This kit is
invaluable for training and orientation. (photo 7)
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