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1 June 1998
Department of Military Affairs
Camp Ripley Regulations
State of Minnesota
Department of Military Affairs
ARNG MANEUVER TRAINING CENTER
15000 Highway 115, Camp Ripley
Little Falls, MN 56345-4173
15 June 1998
The following Regulations are promulgated
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 190.11, for the enforcement of rules
and the operation, care and preservation of existing facilities and resources
upon the Camp Ripley Military Reservation. All persons entering, or present,
within the Camp Ripley Military Reservation are subject to these Regulations.
Violations of these Regulations by persons
subject to the Minnesota Code of Military Justice will be prosecuted
thereunder. Any other persons who violate these Regulations may be prosecuted
by administrative action by the Installation Commander or other appropriate
military or civilian authority.
FOR THE ADJUTANT GENERAL:
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TERRY J. DORENBUSH
COL, IN, MN ARNG
Post Commander
Table of Contents
Camp Ripley Cantonment Area Map
Section I - General Information
1-1 Mission and Philosophy
1-2 Applicability
1-3 Authority
1-4 Incorporation of Other Regulations
Section II - Scheduling Use of Camp Ripley Facilities
2-1 Military Units
2-2 Civilian Agencies
2-3 VIP Site Visits
2-4 Public Affairs
2-5 Camp Ripley Chapel
2-6 Tours
2-7 Minnesota Military Museum
2-8 Legislators Day
2-9 Military Unit Recruiting and Retention Activities
2-10 Other Special Events
Section III
- Training Area Usage
3-1 Incorporation of Range Regulation
3-2 Responsibilities
3-3 Scheduling of Ranges and Training Areas For Military Units
3-4 Scheduling of Camp Ripley Facilities by Non-Military Activities
3-5 Civilian Use of Camp Ripley Facilities
3-6 Civilian Use of Ranges and Training Areas
3-7 Suspense Dates
3-8 Risk Management
3-9 Restricted Access to Impact Areas and Barriers
3-10 Camp Ripley Range Regulation Summary
3-11 Field Training Area Communication
4-1 General Information
4-2 Air Quality
4-3 Wildlife Management
4-4 Land Management
4-5 Natural Resources
4-6 Water Quality Management
4-7 Waste Management
4-8 Hazardous Materials
4-9 Historic Preservation
4-10 Woodcutting
4-11 Noise Complaints
4-12 Fuel or Other Hazardous Liquid Spills
5-1 Field Training Menu and Rations Available
5-2 Petroleum, Oils and Lubricant Supply
5-3 Housing Division
5-4 Ammunition Supply Point Procures
5-5 Supply and Services Division (SS&D)
5-6 Site Support Dining Facility
5-7 Medical Unit Training Facility (MUTF) Support
6-1 Jurisdiction
6-2 Military Codes of Justice
6-3 Traffic Regulations
6-4 Accident Reporting
6-5 Alcohol Incident Procedures for Driving Related Offenses
6-6 Weapons, Ammunition and Explosives
6-7 Barriers
6-8 Prohibited Actions
Section VII
- Resource Protection
7-1 Incorporation of Resource Protection Plan
7-2 Entrance Procedures
7-3 Visitors
7-4 Vendors
7-5 Contractors
7-6 Government Vehicle Security
7-7 Government Vehicle Use
7-8 Facility Security
7-9 Weapons Security
7-10 Key Control
7-11 Threatcon Implementation
7-12 Physical Security Inspections and Risk Analysis
7-13 Vehicle Permits
7-14 Vehicle Passes
7-15 Ammunition Supply Point Safety and Security
7-16 Restricted Areas
8-1 Closing due to inclement weather
8-2 Severe weather alert
8-3 Wildlife
8-4 Barriers
8-5 Pets
8-6 Risk Management
8-7 Fire Detection Systems
Section IX -
Morale, Welfare and Recreation
9-1 Unit Parties
9-2 Unit Family Days
9-3 Fishing
9-4 Hunting
9-5 Use of Recreational Areas
9-6 Physical Training
9-7 Use of Intoxicants
9-8 Ski Trails
9-9 Swimming
9-10 ATV Use
9-11 Post Exchange
9-12 Viking Club System
9-13 Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Equipment
9-14 Sports Fields
9-15 Alternative Center
Section X -
Emergency Services
10-1 Emergency Medical Response
10-2 Medical Transport
10-3 Off Post Medical Treatment
10-4 On Post Fatality
10-5 Incident Reporting
10-6 Catastrophic Accident Plan
10-7 Aviation Pre-Accident Plan
10-8 Emergency Messages
10-9 Fires
10-10 Missing Weapon
10-11 Emergency Management
Section XI
- Non-Duty Hours Support
11-1 Department of Public Works Services
11-2 Training Site Logistical Support
11-3 Operations Support
Section XII
- Airfield Operations
Section
XIII - Miscellaneous Installation Information
13-1 Smoking Policy
13-2 Camp Ripley Mailing Address
13-3 Mailing Address for Personnel in Training
13-4 Convoy Operations
13-5 Ordering Camp Ripley Maps
13-6 Recommendations for Changes to this Regulation
The commercial telephone number for Camp Ripley is (320)
632-extension.
The DSN telephone number is 871-extension.
All numbers listed below are Camp Ripley extensions unless
otherwise specified.
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Activity |
Office Symbol |
Telephone |
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EMERGENCY - fire, medical, police |
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*911 (star 9-1-1) |
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MORRISON COUNTY SHERIFF |
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9-632-9233 |
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MORRISON COUNTY EMERGENCY |
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9-911 |
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Post Commander |
MNAG-CRC-Z |
7321 |
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Administrative Assistant |
MNAG-CRC-A |
7367 |
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Operations Officer |
MNAG-CRC-O |
7337 or 7346 |
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Airfield Operations |
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7258 or 7426 |
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Law Enforcement Activity |
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7339 or 7375 |
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Range Control |
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7298 or 7398 |
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MILES Warehouse |
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7460 |
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Target Systems |
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7705 |
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Logistics Officer |
MNAG-CRC-L |
7345 |
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Ammunition Officer |
MNAG-CRC-L (Ammo) |
7338 |
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Billeting |
MNAG-CRC-L |
7378 |
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Housing |
MNAG-CRC-L (Area) |
7344 |
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POL |
MNAG-CRC-L (POL) |
7313 |
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Supply Branch |
MNAG-CRC-L (SB) |
7242 |
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Ration Break Point |
MNAG-CRC-L-RBP |
7330 |
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Environmental Officer |
MNAG-CRC-EN |
7201 |
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Resource Management Officer |
MNAG-CRC-B |
7756 |
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Personnel and Community Activities |
MNAG-CRC-PCA |
7296 or 7400 |
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Facility Management Officer |
MNAG-FMO-Z |
7315 |
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Environmental Supervisor |
MNAG-FMO-E |
7447 or 7566 |
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Department of Public Works |
MNAG-FMO-DPW |
7410 or 7341 |
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Director of Logistics |
MNAG-LOG-Z |
7528 |
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Surface Maintenance |
MNAG-LOG-M |
7306 or 7348 |
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Combined Support Maintenance |
MNAG-LOG-MS |
7467 or 7462 |
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Mob and Training Equip Site |
MNAG-LOG-MM |
7015 or 7428 |
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Supply and Services |
MNAG-LOG-S |
7323 or 7407 |
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Warehouse |
MNAG-LOG-SW |
7351 or 7757 |
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Transportation |
MNAG-LOG-T |
7327 or 7437 |
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Regional Training Institute |
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7270 |
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Regional Training Institute |
MNAG-DPT-RTI |
7287 or 7360 |
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Regional Training Site- Maintenance |
MNAG-DPT-RTS |
7240 or 7250 |
The commercial telephone number for Camp Ripley is (320)
632-extension.
The DSN telephone number is 871-extension.
All numbers listed below are Camp Ripley extensions unless
otherwise specified.
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Activity |
Office Symbol |
FAX Number |
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Post Commander |
MNAG-CRC-Z |
7702 |
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Administrative Assistant |
MNAG-CRC-A |
7702 |
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Operations Officer |
MNAG-CRC-O |
7702 |
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Airfield Operations |
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7615 |
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Law Enforcement Activity |
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7079 |
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Range Control |
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7060 |
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MILES Warehouse |
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7060 |
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Target Systems |
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7708 |
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Logistics Officer |
MNAG-CRC-L |
7787 |
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Ammunition Officer |
MNAG-CRC-L (Ammo) |
7787 |
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Billeting |
MNAG-CRC-L |
7787 |
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Housing |
MNAG-CRC-L (Area) |
7787 |
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POL |
MNAG-CRC-L (POL) |
7787 |
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Supply Branch |
MNAG-CRC-L (SB) |
7787 |
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Ration Break Point |
MNAG-CRC-L(RBP) |
7787 |
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Environmental Officer |
MNAG-CRC-EN |
7702 |
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Resource Management Officer |
MNAG-CRC-B |
7702 |
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Personnel and Community Activities |
MNAG-CRC-PCA |
7702 |
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Facility Management Officer |
MNAG-FMO-Z |
7473 |
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Environmental Supervisor |
MNAG-FMO-E |
7473 |
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Department of Public Works |
MNAG-FMO-DPW |
7710 |
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Director of Logistics |
MNAG-LOG-Z |
7080 |
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Surface Maintenance |
MNAG-LOG-M |
7080 |
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Combined Support Maintenance |
MNAG-LOG-MS |
7463 |
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Mob and Training Equip Site |
MNAG-LOG-MM |
7045 |
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Supply and Services |
MNAG-LOG-S |
7085 |
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Transportation |
MNAG-LOG-T |
7799 |
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Regional Training Institute |
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Regional Training Institute |
MNAG-DPT-RTI |
7285 |
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Regional Training Site- Maintenance |
MNAG-DPT-RTS |
7237 |
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I. General |
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Section I - General Information
1-1 Mission and
Philosophy:
The mission of Camp Ripley
is to provide the best training environment possible to our customers while
maintaining Camp Ripley as an example of environmental excellence. It is our
intent that through Total Quality Leadership Management we will utilize an
ongoing process of training, education and practice to reach personal and
organizational excellence. Our ultimate measure is the quality of service that
we provide to our customers. In addition to providing command directed policies
and regulations for the installation, this Regulation will also provide
guidance on the usage of Camp Ripley facilities. Additionally, this Regulation
dictates safety and security requirements to be adhered to on the installation.
It is our philosophy to actively enhance the ability of the installation to
provide quality training support to the customer.
1-2 Applicability:
The requirements outlined
in this Regulation will be applicable to all government personnel, regardless
of service connection as well as all civilian personnel, that are within the
confines of the Camp Ripley Military Reservation.
1-3 Authority:
Authority for development
and implementation of this Regulation is delegated to the Post Commander, as
defined on orders from The Adjutant General, in accordance with Minnesota State
Statute 190-11 granting authority to promulgate such rules and regulations as
required to promote safety and security within the Camp Ripley Military
Reservation.
1-4 Incorporation of
Other Regulations:
a. Incorporated within this
Regulation are the Range Regulation, Logistical Support Procedures, Resource
Protection Plan and Training Site Policies. Each of these incorporated
regulations will be further listed within this Regulation. Military justice is
enforced on Camp Ripley in accordance with the Minnesota Code of Military
Justice. Additionally, as Camp Ripley is a state owned facility, Minnesota
State Statutes as enforced by the Morrison County Sheriff, Minnesota Department
of Natural Resources and Minnesota State Patrol are also incorporated within
this regulation. Other federal, state and local laws and ordinances are
applicable on Camp Ripley to the same extent as for the remainder of Morrison
County.
b. Other federal
regulations and military codes of justice pertaining to military operations are
not incorporated into this Regulation, however, action under these statutes may
be taken by appropriate commanders in accordance with the provisions of the
applicable code.
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Section II - Scheduling Use of
2-1 Military Units:
Military units, of any
service, will request the use of
2-2 Civilian Agencies:
Civilian agencies,
government, non-profit or profit organizations, will request use of Camp Ripley
facilities by first contacting Camp Ripley Operations at (320) 632-7337/7346
followed by a written request within five working days to the Operations
Officer, Camp Ripley, 15000 Highway 115, Little Falls, MN 56345-4173.
Operations will then coordinate a lease agreement between
2-3 VIP Site Visits:
Site visits by VIPS to
2-4 Public Affairs:
All scheduled media
activities will be coordinated with the Director of Personnel and Community
Activities (DPCA) at (320) 632-7296 by the scheduling unit or activity. This
requirement pertains to military and civilian activities training on the
installation. The DPCA will provide necessary coordination with
2-5
The Camp Ripley Chapel is a
non-denominational chapel available for use by all units and activities in
training. Additionally, the Chapel is available for religious activities by
civilian personnel. All use of the Chapel, military and civilian, will be
coordinated through the Camp Ripley Operations Office at (320) 632-7282. Every
effort will be made to coordinate use of the Chapel for all requests, however,
military units will once again have priority. The Operations Office will inform
Security, Resource Management, Housing and the Department of Public Works (DPW)
General Maintenance Branch of all scheduled use of the Chapel. Use of the
Training Support Unit (TSU) Chaplain’s Office will be authorized only by
the Post Commander or the TSU Chaplain.
2-6 Tours
Camp Ripley is open to
visitors during normal duty hours of 0800-1630 daily. Hours are extended during
training periods in conjunction with hours of the Post Exchange. Camp Ripley is
also available for group tours of the installation and selected tenant activities.
Requests for tours of the installation will be directed to the Director of
Personnel and Community Affairs (DPCA) at (320) 632-7296. The DPCA will
coordinate tour visits with tenant activities. Direct coordination for tours
with tenant activities is not authorized.
2-7 Minnesota Military
Museum
The Minnesota Military
Museum is open to the public on selected dates as determined by the Museum
Board. Tentative dates are June 1 through 31 August, Wednesday through Sunday
from 1000-1700 hours. The Museum will also be open Thursdays and Fridays from
0900-1600 the remainder of the year. Group and special tours may be arranged at
other times through the Museum Director at (320) 632-7374. The Director will be
responsible to inform the Security Office of all pending tours.
2-8 Legislators Day
During each Annual Training
(AT) period when one or more Minnesota ARNG Unit(s) is/are present at Camp
Ripley, The Adjutant General (TAG) has traditionally one day during the second
week of the AT Period as "Legislator’s Day." The TAG will
invite selected members of the Minnesota State Senate and House of
Representatives to visit Camp Ripley and to observe the training of MN ARNG
units from their districts. The DPCA will be the overall coordinator for each
Legislator Day. The DPCA will also maintain a SOP pertaining to specific
responsibilities and actions required for each support section and unit
involved. Involved units and activities are responsible to follow the
requirements outlined in the SOP.
a. The DPCA will maintain
liaison with the Assistant Adjutant General-Support concerning the information
on each legislator and will publish a warning order to all Camp Ripley staff
sections to alert them to prepare for "Legislator’s Day". The
warning order will include an itinerary covering the days activities and a
roster of legislators attending. Additionally, the DPCA will coordinate with
the major command visitors bureau and will brief unit representatives on their
requirements. The affected unit will provide transportation and escorts for the
group from one location to another.
b. The Logistics Division
will provide refreshments for legislators and staff at the Education Center
prior to their departure for the field and upon return from the field.
Depending on the itenerary an evening meal may also be provided in the Site
Support Dining Facility. Logistics will also be prepared to issue rain gear or
cold weather clothing.
c. Units being visited will
provide a representative (SGT or above) as an escort with a vehicle and qualified
driver. Lunch will be provided to the legislator in the field. The unit will
ensure the escort is knowledgeable of the unit’s mission, location, and
can explain the training in progress. The unit will then return the legislator
at the designated time to the Education Center.
2-9 Military Unit
Recruiting and Retention Activities
Units planning to conduct
recruiting or retention activities on Camp Ripley that involve civilian
person(s) entering Camp Ripley will coordinate such activities with the Director
of Personnel and Community Activities (DPCA). This would include activities
such as Family Days and First Look activities. The DPCA will then assist the
unit with additional coordination with Operations. All events will be requested
in writing to the DPCA a minimum of 15 days in advance of the event. Required
approvals, pertaining to liability and equipment usage issues, from the
Adjutant General’s Office are the responsibility of the unit and will be
conducted within established procedures from that headquarters.
2-10 Other Special
Events
Other special events
requiring special coordination may also be scheduled on Camp Ripley. All
special events will be coordinated with the Operations Officer and Director of
Personnel and Community Activities (DPCA). Any group event that will result in
non-military personnel entering Camp Ripley will require coordination and
approval. Initial contact should be made with the Operations Officer. Scheduled
special events include Memorialization, Open House, Ribbon Cutting and
Groundbreaking ceremonies. The DPCA maintains appropriate standard operating
procedures outlining the specific responsibilities for each event.
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Section III - Training Area Usage
3-1 Incorporation of
Range Regulation
The Camp Ripley Range
Regulation is hereby incorporated into this Regulation. The policies,
procedures and regulations may be enforced as part of the Post Regulation. The
Range Regulation establishes safe, uniform policies and procedures for proper
use of range facilities and training areas. The current regulation was
published 1 January 1995 with Change 1, dated 1 January 1997. Copies are
available at Range Control. The requirements outlined within this section are
further described in the Range Regulations.
3-2 Responsibilities
a. The Post Commander is
responsible for overall safety on the installation and for the allocation of
all training resources during the Annual Training (AT) period. Allocation shall
be in an equitable manner. Overall safety and conduct of firing on ranges will
also be the responsibility of the Post Commander.
b. Using units will appoint
a Liaison Officer (LO) to coordinate with Range Control and other training
units. The Liaison Officer (LO) represents the using unit in all matters
pertaining to range firing and training area usage. The LO will understand the
responsibilities of and will work closely with the Training Area Coordinator
(TAC). Daily meetings will be held between Range Control and the Liaison
Officer(s) to discuss training. The LO must be prepared to discuss training up
to four (4) days in advance.
c. Army Regulations require
that firing organizations identify one person who is overall in charge of the
live fire exercise. This person will be identified as the Officer in Charge
(OIC). Paragraph 1-3.f. of the Range Regulation outlines all duties of the OIC.
The responsibilities of the OIC include but are not limited to the following.
(1) Act as the primary
point of contact with Range Control and is responsible for range opening,
operation and closing.
(2) More than one OIC may
be available for a range, however, one certified individual must be assigned to
perform this duty at all times. No additional duties may be assigned.
(3) The OIC must be
certified by the appropriate commander (O-5 level for military units) or the
organization training officer or senior individual (civilian activities) and
must receive a safety briefing prior to running the range. The safety briefing
will include range opening, operation and closing procedures. The OIC cannot
certify themselves.
(4) The certification must
designate which weapons the OIC is qualified to instruct.
d. Each firing range will
also have a Range Safety Officer (RSO) assigned. The responsibilities of the
RSO include but are not limited to the following. Paragraph 1-3.h. of the Range
Regulation outlines all duties of the RSO. The responsibilities of the RSO
include but are not limited to the following.
(1) This individual is
responsible for safe operation of the range. The RSO insures that all rounds
land within the designated impact area, only authorized weapons and ammunition
are used, and the range operation does not endanger firers or other personnel.
(2) The RSO must be present
at all times on the range and will have no additional duties.
(3) The RSO must be
certified by the appropriate commander or supervisor and must receive a safety
briefing prior to use of the range. The safety briefing will include range
opening, operation and closing procedures.
e. The Training Area
Coordinator refers to the individual assigned by the Range Control Officer
responsible for use and clearance of training areas. This individual will clear
all bivouac and training areas and will coordinate training area usage with
units and activities.
3-3 Scheduling of Ranges
and Training Areas For Military Units
a. All military training on
Camp Ripley will be requested through Camp Ripley Operations by submitting an ATS Form 23 to Operations, ATTN: Scheduling. A completed ATS Form 23 must be submitted to Operations NLT 120 days
prior to the requested training date. The Scheduling Section may be contacted
at (320) 632-7595. The completed ATS Form 23 will include range, training area
and logistical requirements.
b. All activities within
the training area will be coordinated with Camp Ripley Operations in order to
promote safety. This includes all single day events even if they do not involve
the use of a range or training area.
3-4 Scheduling of Camp
Ripley Facilities by Non-Military Activities
a. All non-military
activities requesting use of Camp Ripley facilities must complete a lease
agreement with Camp Ripley prior to use. Priority for use of Camp Ripley will
be for military units followed by non-military government agencies and then for
civilian organizations. The lease agreement will include training area, range
and logistical requirements.
b. All lease agreements
will be coordinated by contacting Camp Ripley Operations at (320)
632-7337/7282. When considering use of Camp Ripley facilities, first call the
Operations Office to inquire about availability. If you are unfamiliar with
what the installation has to offer, a site visit is recommended. An appointment
for an informational briefing and site tour can be arranged through the
Operations Office.
c. Although a tentative
reservation can be made over the telephone, each organization must follow-up
with a written request within five working days of the verbal reservation.
Scheduling should occur at least 90 days prior to training. Although military
units have priority for facility use and may preempt your lease, military short
range planning concentrates 120-180 days in advance. In the unlikely event of a
conflict, Operations will notify you immediately and will make every attempt to
provide alternate facilities for your use. The Department of Military Affairs
and it’s officers are not liable for any costs incurred by any agency
that may arise due to a cancellation.
d. A lease may be canceled
in writing by the requesting agency or the Post Commander at any time. If a
lease is canceled by the requesting organization less than 30 days prior to the
event, the organization may be liable for expenses incurred by Camp Ripley
related to the lease. Leases canceled less than seven days in advance will
result in a 25 percent charge of the total lease cost.
e. All civilian
organizations using Camp Ripley must have adequate insurance for all persons
and property associated with their activities. Organizations must provide proof
of insurance to Operations prior to execution of the lease.
f. All leases must be
signed by the responsible authority from the civilian organization prior to
execution of the lease.
3-5 Civilian Use of Camp
Ripley Facilities
a. Camp Ripley has a state
of the art education center containing classrooms, conference rooms, computer
labs, student lounge, instructor prep areas and video-teleconferencing. All
classrooms and conference rooms are equipped with TV, VCR, over head projector
capability and 35mm slide capability. Room occupancies range from 10 person to
100 person. Also available on the installation is a 204 seat theater, drill
hall, Chapel, maintenance training bays, cafeteria and fitness center that may
be leased by organizations. A recreation center with full size gymnasium,
shower and sauna facilities is also available. Catered meal service from the
Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) is also available.
b. Camp Ripley requires
using organizations to identify the individual that will be the Point of
Contact (POC) for coordinating and contracting the facilities. If the POC
during the training is not the same as the original POC, the on ground
individual must be identified in writing at the earliest possible date. The POC
must be authorized by the organization to make changes tot he lease agreement
before and upon arrival at Camp Ripley.
c. The using organization
is responsible for internal security and safety of all persons and property
associated with the lease. This includes the conduct of all personnel entering
Camp Ripley under the lease agreement.
d. The leasing organization
is responsible to insure that all personnel associated with the lease comply
with all Camp Ripley environmental, safety and security requirements as
outlined within this regulation and the Range Regulation.
e. Camp Ripley does not
provide medical treatment or evacuation coverage for public or civilian
organizations using the installation. In the event of a medical emergency, Camp
Ripley First Responders will respond to the scene and provide assistance,
however, transport will be through Gold Cross Ambulance stationed in Little
Falls.
f. Sections 6-6 and 7-9 of
this regulation outline authorization and security requirements pertaining to
weapons transported and stored on Camp Ripley for use by licensed peace
officers. Privately owned weapons not approved for use in training by the
appropriate law enforcement department are not authorized on Camp Ripley.
3-6 Civilian Use of
Ranges and Training Areas
a. Camp Ripley is a modern
military training site equipped with numerous ranges and firing points capable
of firing small caliber side arms to the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS).
The Alpha Range Complex is ideally suited for civilian law enforcement
training. This area is a cluster of small arms ranges and tactical and physical
training sites. Live fire MOUT (Military Operations on Urban Terrain) buildings
are also available for lease. A demolition range for explosive training is also
located on the installation. Ranges include automated and non-automated target
systems. Ranges can also be designed using portable, radio controlled targets
to establish a wide variety of scenarios for training.
b. Numerous non-firing
training sites available also include a MOUT Village, confidence/obstacle
course, rappel tower, biathlon area, ski trails and training areas containing
varied terrain that can be used for search and rescue training. Camp Ripley
also has the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST) which is an interactive system with
multiple firing points and weapons that provides numerous scenarios designed to
enhance fire control and engagement techniques.
c. Civilian agencies must
meet the requirements of Section 3-2 of this regulation pertaining to the
Officer in Charge (OIC) and Range Safety Officer (RSO) for use of ranges and
training areas. Civilian agencies must include a certification letter
specifying the instructor training program attended by the OIC. Approved
courses include the National Rifle Association Instructor Course, State of
Minnesota Firearms Instructor Course, Police Officer Firearms Instructor Course
and the DNR Firearms Instructor Course. Requests for certification based upon
any other course must be submitted to Operations Officer for review and
approval at least 15 days prior to training.
d. Access to the Camp
Ripley Training Area is available through the Range Control Gate located on
East Boundary Road. Other access gates must be coordinated and approved by
Range Control. Privately owned vehicles (POV’s) and unmarked government
vehicles must receive a Training Area Pass from Range Control prior to entrance
to the Training Area.
e. All vehicles will obey
the 25 MPH speed limit in the Training Area. Additionally, white driving lights
are not authorized in the Training Area without prior approval of Range
Control.
f. All accidents or
incidents will be reported immediately to Range Control. Reports will be
completed by Camp Ripley staff for informational purposes and to identify
problem areas or potential hazards on the installation.
g. Organizations using Camp
Ripley facilities must have their own plan for emergency treatment and
evacuation prior to opening any range or training area. First Responders from
Camp Ripley will respond to the scene and provide assistance, however,
transport will be accomplished by Gold Cross Ambulance stationed in Little
Falls. Each organization must have a First Responder or equivalent present at
all times on any live fire range. Medical support will include a First Aid Kit
with litter and a dedicated vehicle capable of evacuating a litter patient.
h. Prior to arrival at Camp
Ripley organizations must complete the following tasks to insure successful
range operations.
(1) Complete a signed lease
agreement with Camp Ripley Operations.
(2) Submit OIC and RSO
certification letters to Range Control.
(3) Schedule a range safety
briefing for the OIC and RSO.
(4) Submit a communication
plan to Range Control for approval. Verify that equipment is compatible and
functional.
(5) Insure the scenario for
automated ranges has been submitted and approved by Range Control.
(6) Insure all target
requirements have been submitted to Range Control.
3-7 Suspense Dates
Suspense dates for training
area and range usage are outlined on the inside cover of the Range Regulation.
All suspense dates must be met to ensure proper planning can be accomplished to
provide effective yet safe training. Direct coordination with Range Control
during the planning process is authorized and encouraged. The Range Control
Officer will serve as a valuable technical asset in your planning process.
3-8 Risk Management
a. Risk management
is a 5 step process that enhances the commander’s force protection
program. Unit commander’s and leaders at all levels are required to
implement force protection measures that will reduce and/or eliminate injury to
personnel and damage to equipment.
b. The 5 steps of risk
management are:
(1) Identify the hazards
(2) Assess the hazards
(3) Risk control options and decision making
(4) Implement controls
(5) Supervise
c. Risk decisions must be
made at the appropriate level. Unit leaders must use the risk management
process to minimize potential injury and damage. Effective risk management can
allow you to reduce hazards and yet maintain training realism.
3-9 Restricted Access to
Impact Areas and Barriers
a. All personnel are
prohibited from entering any impact area for any reason. Exceptions will be
considered on an individual basis by the Range Officer. Minnesota State Statute
609.605 specifically prohibits trespassing into any impact area and is
punishable as a felony.
b. Permanent and temporary
road barriers may be erected by Range Control to prohibit movement into an area
identified as a danger area due to range firing. At no time will person(s) bypass
permanent or temporary road barriers indicating "Range Firing".
3-10 Camp Ripley Range
Regulation Summary
The following chapters are
contained within the Camp Ripley Range Regulation. Personnel using the training
area are responsible to become familiar with and adhere to the requirements of
that regulation.
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Chapter 1 - General |
Chapter 2 - Ranges |
Chapter 3 - Ammunition |
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Chapter 4 - Firing |
Chapter 5 - Targets |
Chapter 6 - Small Arms |
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Chapter 7 - Grenades |
Chapter 8 - Antitank weapons |
Chapter 9 - Recoilless Weapons |
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Chapter 10 - Mortars |
Chapter 11 - Artillery |
Chapter 12 - Tanks and Bradley Fighting Vehicle’s |
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Chapter 13 - Aerial Gunnery |
Chapter 14 - Air Defense |
Chapter 15 - Guides Missiles |
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Chapter 16 - Chemical
Agents, Smoke and Aircraft Spray |
Chapter 17 - Mines,
Simulators, and Explosive Charges |
Chapter 18 - Lasers |
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Chapter 19 - Live Fire |
Chapter 20 - Environmental |
Appendices |
3-11 Field Training Area
Communication
a. Personnel training
within the Field Training Area must meet the communication requirements
outlined in Paragraph 1-11 of the Range Regulation. This paragraph requires
that all units in the Field Training Area must have two-way communication
capability with Range Control at all times while in the training area. It is
imperative that personnel plan accordingly to have this capability. The
paragraph further outlines the communication requirements for live fire ranges,
observation posts and non-firing ranges. Range Control should be contacted at
(320) 632-7298 to verify compatabilities. Civilian agencies may program there
own radios for communication with Range Control upon approval of the Range
Officer. Contact Range Control for approval and identification of specific
frequencies. Range Control operates on both the low (36 Mhz) and VHF (150-174
MHZ) band widths.
b. Minnesota units and
outstate support units will coordinate with the major command in training at
Camp Ripley to determine which addition of the 34th Division SOI will be used.
Outstate units may request radio frequencies by sumbitting a request to The
Office of the Adjutant General, ATTN: MNAG-DPT-MR, 20 West 12th Street, St.
Paul, MN 55155-2098.
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Section IV - Environmental
4-1 General Information
Environmental management at
Camp Ripley is everyone’s business. From the individual Soldier to the
commander, everyone has to assume responsibility for the condition in which we
leave Camp Ripley for future generations. To accomplish this, military training
goals must be compatible with basic environmental goals in order to achieve
quality training and still provide for an environmentally sound facility. The
Environmental Office has a variety of field cards, handbooks and a video that
further explain environmental goals and proper procedures. Contact the
Environmental Office directly for use of these visual aids.
4-2 Air Quality
a. Air quality programs are
in place at Camp Ripley to address specific training activities. Such
activities as fires, powder burning, chemical training and smoke generators are
specifically addressed within the Range Regulation.
b. Burning permits are
required for all open fires within Camp Ripley. Requests for open fires in the
Cantonment Area will be submitted to the Department of Public Works, Building
2-268, (320) 632-7410. Request for open fires within the field training area
will be submitted to Range Control, Building 24-199, (320) 632-7398.
4-3 Wildlife Management
Camp Ripley is home to a
wide variety of wildlife. In addition to being a military reservation, Camp
Ripley is also a State Game Refuge. As such, no hunting or trapping is
authorized on Camp Ripley without special provision of the Department of
Natural Resources. Avoid confrontation at all times with wildlife and report
any sightings of bear or wolves to Range Control immediately. Good sanitation
practices in unit bivouac areas will reduce intrusion by wild animals. In the
event any individual is bitten by a wild animal, provide first aid and
immediately notify Range Control.
4-4 Land Management
a. Units will maintain
areas and facilities to a high state of cleanliness and will be responsible to
police all areas used. Commanders will be held responsible for intentional
damage to the training area and may be held liable for costs of restoration.
b. Although tracked
vehicles can have a significant impact on the condition of the terrain, proper
operating procedures combined with training area restoration will minimize the
negative impact. Tracked vehicle operators will use established roadways and
trails whenever possible. Locked tracked turns and neutral steering will not be
used on any road right of way and will only be used off road as essential for
training purposes. Indiscriminate travel and tree damage is prohibited.
Additionally, tracked vehicles will not operate on any bituminous road surface
without approval of the Chief of Security with exception of the paved, marked
tank trails located adjacent to the Mobilization and Training Equipment Site
(MATES).
c. Digging permits are
required on Camp Ripley. All mechanized digging within the field training area
must have prior approval of Range Control. Digging within the Cantonment Area
must be coordinated and approved by the Department of Public Works.
4-5 Natural Resources
a. Camp Ripley is a state
game refuge and its natural resources are managed through a cooperative
agreement between the Department of Military Affairs and the Department of
Natural Resources. As such, all laws pertaining to the management of natural
resources are applicable on Camp Ripley. Violations are subject to prosecution
in the civilian court system.
b. Natural vegetation may
be used for camouflage. Leaf foliage shall be cut from native hardwoods (oaks,
maple, cherry, aspen poplar, ironwood and elm) less than 2" in diameter as
measured at ground level. Evergreens shall not be cut without approval of Range
Control. Vegetation shall not be cut within 50 meters of lakes, streams or
rivers or within 100 meters of the camp boundary. Following use of vegetation,
it shall be disassembled and scattered before clearing the area.
c. Pounding of nails into
trees is prohibited. Any small staples used with pyrotechnics will be removed
prior to clearing the area.
d. Tree plantations are
off-limits to all training activities until the trees have achieved a height of
at least 6 feet. At that time foot traffic only shall be permitted in the area
until the tree plantation signs are removed.
e. Camp Ripley is inhabited
by a wide variety of wildlife. As a State Game Refuge all wildlife on Camp
Ripley is protected. There will be no hunting, harassing or feeding of wildlife
on Camp Ripley unless specifically authorized by the Department of Natural
Resources and Camp Ripley. It is essential to avoid contact with wild animals
at all times. All food and garbage items will be removed from sleeping areas.
Mess sections will be cautious to avoid leaving food items or garbage in the
open which may attract bears or other animals. No garbage will be stored
on-site overnight. Any bear sightings will be reported immediately to Range
Control. Additionally, report any sick or dead animals to Range Control who
will in turn notify the Environmental Office.
4-6 Water Quality
Management
Under no circumstances will
surface waters or ground waters of Camp Ripley be degraded by field training
generating waste material or executing training tasks. This also includes
adjoining waters such as Round Lake, the Mississippi and Crow Wing Rivers.
Field sanitation procedures are outlined within the Camp Ripley Range
Regulation, Field Manuals and Army Regulations. Vehicle water crossing
operations and shower and field laundry points must be coordinated with Range
Control as outlined in the Camp Ripley Range Regulation.
4-7 Waste Management
Camp Ripley is committed to
reducing the volume of solid waste that it generates. This will be accomplished
through an effective "Reduce - Reuse - Recycle" program.
All personnel will
participate in the recycling program. Any materials to be recycled may be
deposited at the Transfer Station, Building 24-185, Extension 7612. Recycling
will be performed by the Department of Public Works. Recycled materials include
aluminum cans, office paper, wood pallets, metal, cardboard, tin, plastic,
glass and MRE boxes.
4-8 Hazardous Materials
a. The proper handling of
hazardous materials is essential in terms of safety and environmental pollution
control. All hazardous materials and subsequent waste will be managed in
accordance with MNGR 420-47. For additional guidance on hazardous material
management contact the Director of Logistics Warehouse at extension 7351 or the
Facilities Management Office at extension 7566.