BRWL (Bistatic Radar for Weapons Location)

BRWL (Bistatic Radar for Weapons Location)

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The BRWL is a 3-D bistatic radar used to detect and track artillery.

Power: 4000 W average

It utilizes a 1.1 m x 0.6 m antenna.

200 kW PEP

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

SYSTEM HAZARDS

Power Density Levels (PDL) ....

This system is able to produce potentially hazardous PDLs in excess of the safety

standard. Establish a Nonionizing Radiation Protection Program (IAW guidelines

provided in this TB) .

Hazard distance from antenna ....

In the scanning mode, exclude personnel to a distance of 19 m from the antenna. In the

nonscanning mode, exclude personnel to a distance of 60 m in front of the antenna and

1 m behind the antenna.

Other.................................

Consult the equipment Technical Manual for other operator and/or maintenance hazards.

Carbine Visible Laser (CVL)

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

The CVL is a small visible laser mounted on a M4A1 carbine weapon.

Wavelength: 630 nm (+/- 15 nm)

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

SYSTEM HAZARDS

Laser Classification..............

The CVL system contains a Class 3a laser and requires an established laser safety

program to ensure its safe use. Develop a written Local Standing Operating Procedure

(SOP) IAW guidance provided in this TB.

Laser Hazard distance ..........

Utilizing the CVL with a 10 second exposure and no filter, the hazard distances for

viewing the laser is 50 m with the naked eye and 350 m with magnifying optics. Utilizing

the CVL with a 100 second exposure and no filter, the hazard distances for viewing the

laser is 80 m with the naked eye and 550 m with magnifying optics

Ocular injury .....................

Use protective eyewear for viewing the CVL laser with the naked eye or with magnifying

optics. Use protective eyewear that filter at 630 nm with a minimum OD of 1.1.

Outdoor range operations .....

When using the CVL, eliminate all specular surfaces (man made and natural) capable of

producing potentially hazardous reflections. Control unauthorized personnel access to

controlled area.

Other...............................

Consult the equipment Technical Manual for other operator and/or maintenance hazards.

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