LAAT (Laser Augmented Airborne TOW)

LAAT (Laser Augmented Airborne TOW)

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

The LAAT laser system is a helicopter-mounted rangefinder that

Type: Nd:YAG

provides fire control for the AH-1S helicopter.

SYSTEM HAZARDS

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

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

The LAAT utilizes a Class 3b 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 ..........

Do not permit the user to aim at unprotected personnel within 7.7 k m or to within 33 km

of personnel with magnifying optics.

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

When viewing the LAAT laser with the naked eye, use protective eyewear that filter at

1064 nm with a minimum O.D. of 5.8.

Outdoor range operations ......

When using the LAAT, 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.

Land Warrior "Soldier" Radio System

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

SYSTEM PARAMETERS

The Land Warrior "Soldier" Radio System is a portable radio set which

Frequency: 1.755 1.85 GHz

Power: 1 W

utilizes a dipole antenna mounted head high on the soldiers shoulder.

HAZARD CONTROLS (to reduce or eliminate risk)

SYSTEM HAZARDS

Power Density Levels (PDL) ....

This system is not able to produce potentially hazardous PDLs in excess of the safety

standard and is not subject to radiation protection control.

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

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

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