ATTWO
The following warning will be issued to an incoming vessel entering the warning zone
"Vessel on my [Port / Starboard / Beam / Bow] you are approaching a U.S. Naval Vessel." "There is a Naval Vessel Protection Zone in force around this vessel." "You are advised to operate at the minimum safe speed and to maintain a safe course." "Alter course to [Port / Starboard] [and slow your speed]. I say again, alter course to [Port / Starboard] [and slow your speed]" "If you do not comply, you may be subject to arrest or other enforcement action"
If the vessel does not comply with the second warning or the vessel continues to enter the NVPZ threat zone and/or is violating the waterborne barrier, the following warning will be issued:
"Vessel on my [Port / Starboard / Beam / Bow] you are entering a Naval Vessel Exclusion Zone." "Reverse course immediately." "I say again, reverse course immediately." "If you do not comply, you may be subject to arrest and prosecution, or defensive measures, including the use of deadly force."
PRF/SRF/RF response (turn off radios IVO object); notifications; Set perimeter (NLT 100 ft in open areas; on ship NLT 1 deck above & below and 2 bulkheads from object); Stop vehicle/foot traffic (Security Alert called away if necessary); CDO/ACDO musters duty section / IET; WC will try to ID object and owner; Deploy EOD; Explosive MWD; or Hand Held Explosive Detector (least preferred) to clear object
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Pilot House
ATTWO watch Station, Provides best visual surveillance vantage
3 min rule
Add 2 zero's to the speed of the contact = distance the contact will travel (in yards) in 3 minutes time. Example: At 10 knots, contact will travel 1,000 yards
M2-HB (50 Cal) Posture 2:
Ammunition belted, not fed into gun; Safety ON!
M2-HB (50 Cal) Posture 1:
Ammunition belted, round to index position; Safety ON!
M-240 Posture 2:
Ammunition present on the feed tray, Empty chamber, Bolt forward, Weapon on fire, Cover assembly closed
M-60 Posture 2:
Ammunition present on the feed tray, Empty chamber, Bolt forward, Weapon on fire, Cover assembly closed
M-240 Posture 1:
Ammunition present on the feed tray, Empty chamber, Bolt to the rear, Weapon on safe, Cover assembly closed
M-60 Posture 1:
Ammunition present on the feed tray, Empty chamber, Bolt to the rear, Weapon on safe, Cover assembly closed
M2-HB (50 Cal) Posture 3:
Ammunition stored in ready service locker; Safety ON!
What to do if IED is located during inspection?
Apprehend / Engage Suspect and treat vehicle as IED; If vehicle rams past gate, Prepare CSWs/M-240/M-16/Pier Sentries to fire (time permitting); if vehicle continues, engage with deadly force
If escalation of force is necessary, the following six-step continuum can be used
Armed Security Presence; Verbal Commands; Soft Control; Hard Control; Intermediate Weapons; Deadly Force
X-Ray Machine Operator
Armed w/ 9-MM, w/45 Rounds (if in higher FPCON)
Flight Deck Rover
Armed w/ M-16, w/60 rounds / M-9 (9MM), w/45 rounds, Provide support for armed pier watch standers against landward threat, Provide support for Waterborne Patrol Unit (WPU) / Harbor Security Boats (HSB) against waterborne threat
Cover Sentry
Armed w/12 gauge Shotgun and 9MM w/45 rounds Covers Contact Sentry
Entry Control Point Contact Sentry
Armed w/M-9 (9-MM), w/45 rounds, Intercepts and contacts incoming personnel
Chief of the Guard (AT / FP Watch Supervisor):
Armed w/M-9 (9MM) w/45 Rounds. Responsible to the ACDO / CDO / ATTWO and DSO for all ISF Watch standers. Communications with all ISF Watch standers, ATTWO, CDO, ACDO, OOD, DSO, Watch Commander
Gunner and Assistant Gunner
Armed with M-9 (9MM), w/45 rounds and an M60 w/100 rounds, Provide crew served weapons support for WPU / HSB, Provide elevated watch toward seaward channel.
Standard Warning Sequence
B2B radio Hails and Warnings; Ship's Whistle / 5MC; Long Range Acoustic Device; Flares / LA-9 Dazzler; Warning Shots
Used to make reports to BG Watch Captain while in port?
CSG Command Radio (SVS/SAS (Red Phone)
5MC (Flight Deck Announcement System)
Can be used to pass word to the flight deck, pier, or water front
Discuss who may have the authority to declare a force or unit hostile under U.S, national ROE.
Commanders of US forces subject to international agreements governing their presence in foreign countries (e.g., Status of Forces Agreements) retain the inherent authority and obligation to use all necessary means available and take all appropriate actions for unit self-defense.
Describe Level 6 - Deadly Force
Deadly Force Triangle, Capability, intent, opportunity
WARNING SHOTS ARE APPROPRIATE WHEN:
Deployed over water to warn an approaching vessel; When a clear line of fire exists; From a crew served weapon or rifle; Under tactical direction of competent authority (CO or ATTWO); When there are no other means available to determine intent of approaching vessel; Ensure clear line of fire exists
Describe Level 1 - Presence
Display of Authority; Uniform appearance (armed watch-stander); Warship presence (U.S. Flag); Non-verbal communications skill.
Don'ts of vehicle inspections
Do inspections alone; Open the compartments yourself; Allow personnel to follow you during the inspection.
M-16 Condition 2:
Does not apply
M-9 (9MM) Condition 2:
Does not apply
Flag Bridge
Embarked Staff / Flag Officer center of operations
Do's of vehicles inspections
Ensure personnel get out of the vehicle. Keep personnel a safe distance from vehicle/vessel with cover officer. Use inspection mirror on underside of the vehicle/vessel.
ATTWO DUTIES
Exercise Tactical Control and Weapons Release Authority over SSDF Watch Standers IAW Security OPORD for Specific Port.
Most Probable point of unauthorized entry?
Fantail / Stern dock
Define Deadly Force
Force that a person uses causing, or that a person knows or should know would create a substantial risk of causing, death or serious bodily harm.
What are injuries are considered Serious Bodily Harm?
Fractured or dislocated bones, deep cuts, torn members of the body, serious damage to the internal organs, and other life-threatening injuries.
What are the DoD Terrorism Threat Levels?
HIGH, SIGNIFICANT, MODERATE, LOW
Describe Level 4 - Hard Control (Compliance Techniques)
Hard Control techniques are intended to bring a subject under control with a probability of causing soft or connective tissue damage, lacerations of the skin or bone fractures. OC-Spray, MACH takedown techniques and/or empty hand punches, strikes, kicks, etc.
Describe Level 5 - Intermediate Weapons
Intended to bring a subject under control with a high probability of causing soft or connective tissue damage, lacerations of the skin or bone fractures. Expandable Baton and Military Working Dog (MWD)
Describe Level 3 - Soft Control (Restraining/Detaining)
Intended to bring a subject under control with a low probability of causing soft or connective tissue damage, lacerations of the skin, or bone fractures. Application of restraints; flexi-cuffs, leg restraints, and steel handcuffs.
Watch Commander (Patrol Section Supervisor)
Leads Patrol Section consisting of sailors from various ratings. Responsible for providing Physical Security / Anti-Terrorism / Force Protection and Law Enforcement services
Vehicle Inspectors (Vehicle Contact Sentry)
Located at the vehicle ECP, Control entry and inspect vehicles entering the pier, FPCON will dictate randomness of inspections
Boat Davits (01-187-1)
Location from which WPU / 7 meter RHIB will be launched
Flight Deck Rover (Flight Decks) Armed w/
M-16
Seaward Sentry (Crew Served Weapon) Armed w/
M-240
What weapons are WPU Equipped with?
MK 3A2/G911 concussion grenades for Anti-swimmer operations
Communications used by Picket Boat?
Marine Band Radio, Used to communicate with land assets and hail incoming vessels. CH 14 / 16 common small craft frequencies
M-240 Ranges
Max Eff. Range: 1,800 Meters; Max Range: 3,725 Meters
M240 Ranges
Max Eff. Range: 1,800 Meters; Max Range: 3,725 Meters
M2-HB (50 Cal) Ranges
Max Eff. Range: 2,000 Meters; Max Range: 7,400 Meters
M-60 Ranges
Max Effect Range: 1,100 m; Maximum Range: 3,725 m
M-500 12GA Shotgun
Max Effective Range: 46 m; Max Range: 604 m
M9 (9MM) Service Pistol Ranges
Max Effective Range: 50 m; Max Range: 1,800 m
M16A2 Service Rifle Ranges
Max Effective Range: 550 m; Max Range: 3,600 m
M2-HB (50 Cal) Ranges
Maximum Effective Range: 1,829 m; Maximum Range: 6,767 m
M-240 Posture 3:
No ammunition present on the feed tray, Empty chamber, Bolt forward, Weapon on fire, Cover assembly closed
M-60 Posture 3:
No ammunition present on the feed tray, Empty chamber, Bolt forward, Weapon on fire, Cover assembly closed
Which watchstanders fall under the ATTWO responsibility?
OOD (security matters); COG; Pier Sentries; Reaction Forces; Roving Patrols and Post Sentries.
What is a MK 3A2/G911?
Offensive weapon designed to counter and repel threats, produce enemy casualties during close combat and minimize fragmentation hazards to friendly troops
What are Types of Terrorist Cells?
Operational, Carry out the attacks or missions; Intelligence, Conduct surveillance Obtain orders / communications from higher authority in the terrorist organization; Auxiliary; Administrative / Logistics such as collecting money, obtaining supplies and providing information on the local area.
Used to communicate with regional security forces?
Regional Dispatcher Radio, Ties in CNRSW Dispatcher, Patrols, MWD, etc.
What to do in Suspicious Package/Bomb Threat:
Report details of location; description
What to do in Intruder situation:
Report details of location; description of suspect; Immediate notifications (to CDO/ACDO/OOD/Security); Call away Security Alert; stop vehicle/foot traffic; Deploy SSDF to locate and apprehend suspect; SSDF will use appropriate level of force under Use of Force guidelines
What to do in Suicide Bomber (Personnel Borne IED) situation:
Report details of location; description of weapon and individual (DO NOT use radio comms IVO of suspected IED); Call away Security Alert; set perimeter; evacuate area; Deploy SSDF to locate and identify suspect/device; Direct IET to man Repair Lockers; SSDF should engage target immediately upon identifying an individual with a PBIED; Downed suspect will be treated as an IED until cleared by EOD
What to do in Low Slow Flyer situation:
Report details of location; description; Immediate notifications (to CDO/ACDO/OOD/Security ); Call away Security Alert; set perimeter; evacuate area; Deploy SSDF (M-240 mounts, M-16 FLT DK Rover, additional SF members on scene) to locate and track aircraft; Direct OOD to muster IET and standby in case of attack; If time permits have Duty Media photograph; If aircraft attack is imminent sound the alarm for GQ (through OOD); Use appropriate warning sequence (hails, flares, ship's whistle/alarms, and/or LRAD); Engage target
OOD responsibility to ATTWO?
Reports to ATTWO on security matters, is primarily responsible for the safety, security, and proper operation of the command.
Under the US Constitution and the US Code, the President is empowered to direct federal intervention in civil disturbances to:
Respond to state requests for aid in restoring order. Enforce the laws of the United States. Protect the civil rights of citizens. Protect federal property and functions.
Duty Security Officer
Responsible for the overall operation of the Security Department during duty periods. Reports to CDO / ACDO on administrative / personnel matters (E.g. incarcerated crew members, Courtesy Turnovers, Law Enforcement issues, etc)
M-16 Condition 1:
Safety on, Bolt Forward, Magazine Inserted, Round in chamber, Ejection port cover closed
M-16 Condition 3:
Safety on, Bolt forward, Magazine inserted, Chamber empty, Ejection port cover closed
M-16 Condition 4:
Safety on, Bolt forward, Magazine removed, Chamber empty, Ejection cover closed
M-9 (9MM) Condition 3:
Safety on, Slide forward, Magazine Inserted, Chamber empty
M-9 (9MM) Condition 1:
Safety on, Slide forward, Magazine inserted, Round in Chamber
M-9 (9MM) Condition 4:
Safety on, Slide forward, Magazine removed, Chamber empty
Circumstances justifying the use of Deadly Force
Self Defense and the Defense of others; Assets involving National Security; Assets not involving National Security but inherently dangerous to others; Serious offenses against Persons; Protection of public health and safety (in U.S.); Arrest and apprehension (in U.S.); Escapes (in U.S.)
Chief of the Guard responsibility to ATTWO?
Senior enlisted security force member who supervises AT/FP watchstanders.
Vehicle Search methods
Simple Search; Complete Search; General Inspection
Deck Houses (DH)
Sponson allowing access on/off the ship, Used as quarterdeck when ship is moored
Communications used by Host Nation?
TBD - Used to communicate w/ HN authorities
Threatcon DELTA
When a terrorist attack has occurred or intelligence indicates imminent terrorist action against a specific location
Threatcon CHARLIE
When an incident occurs or when intelligence indicates that some form of terrorist targeting against personnel and facilities is imminent
Threatcon BRAVO
When an increased and more predictable terrorist activity exists (specific information suggests probable violence but no indication of targeting)
Threatcon NORMAL
When there is a general global threat of possible terrorist activity, but it warrants only a routine security posture
Threatcon ALPHA
When there is a general threat of possible terrorist activity, the nature and extent of which are unpredictable, against personnel and facilities (no indication of targeting)
Threat zone
if determine hostile intent; engage
Assessment zone
query or warn; monitor target
Warning zone
use warning sequence appropriate to actions/speed of target (warning via B2B, 5MC/Ship's Whistle, Flares, LRAD, Warning Shots)
"Threat" Zone
300 YD
9MM Rounds Issued:
45 rounds (3 mags); carried in condition 1 (round in chamber, safety on)
"Warning Shots" Zone
500 YD
M-16 Rounds Issued:
60 rounds (2 mags); carried in condition 3
Waterborne Patrol Unit (WPU) / Picket Boat
7 meter RHIB, minimum crew of four, Used to augment or replace harbor security / host nation picket boats if permitted by HN (rarely allowed).
"Flare" Zone
750 YD
Armory Staff (Security / Ships Force) Armed w/
9MM
Chief of the Guard / Pier Sentry (Roving) Armed w/
9MM
Contact Sentry (ECP Pier) Armed w/
9MM
In Zone Patrolman 1-6 (Roving) / Also serve as PRF/SRF Armed w/
9MM
Watch CDR / Asst Watch Commander (Security Dispatch) Armed w/
9MM
Contact Sentry (Vehicle Gate) Armed w/
9MM (During Working Hours)
1MC (General Announcement System)
Used to send announcements inside skin of the ship
"Advise Target Intent"
(What is Target doing? Displaying Hostile Intent or not?)
"Shoot Flares"
(aim to cross bow at 45 degree angle)
"Fire Warning Shots"
(aim, offset, depress; fire across bow)
"Scram"
(to any friendly aircraft or boats unable to deter Target and CSW's are to engage)
Ships Force Armory
(3-106-1-Q) J-6638, Primary Issue Point for Reserve Force
Security Armory?
(3-84-4-A) J-6507, Primary issue point for PRF, SRF, and ISF (In-port)
"Engage Target"
(Aim for persons onboard and fire)
"Ready Flares"
(Break flares out / prepare to deploy)
"Cover Target"
(Cover target with weapon)
"Monitor Target"
(Keep an eye on/track)
Shotgun Rounds Issued:
10 rounds (5 in tube, 5 in pouch); carried in condition 3
Current, effective ranges on shoulder launched rocket propelled weapons throughout the world are no greater than
1000 yards
Contact Sentry (Brow) X2 Armed w/
12Gauge
"Verbal Warning/Query" Zone
1500 YD
CJCS Standing Rules of Engagement
Implements the inherent right of self-defense and provides guidance for the application of force for specific mission accomplishment
Vehicle inspections Potential Hazards
Inadvertently setting off an IED; Concealed weapon; Sharp objects; Unauthorized personnel
Force can be defined as
To do violence; To compel by physical or intellectual means; To achieve or win by strength in struggle or violence.
AIRBORNE situation
Transmit on Guard (121.5 mhz) or (277.8 mhz)
Squawk Box
Two way communication with select stations
X-Ray Machine Operator/ Baggage Inspector Armed /
Unarmed
Counter Surveillance Watches
Unarmed, Posted on the signal bridge to help spot and report possible surveillance, usually posted in higher FPCONS
Duty Cell Phone
Used as an alternate "Land Line" to contact personnel off ship
Battle Group (BG) Force Protection Chat (SIPRNET)
Used to communicate w/Battle Group Force Protection Watch.
VHF Hand Held Radio (Marine Band Radio)
Used to hail approaching watercraft / Harbor Security Boats
Describe Level 2 - Verbal Commands
Voice commands given by an individual in an attempt to control a situation; Use a clear, authoritative voice; Commands should be easily understood.
Most probable location for Quarterdeck when at anchor
Watercraft can dock at stern dock
Concussion grenade blasts are effective against?
enemy personnel located bunkers, buildings, fortified areas and against hostile underwater swimmers
