INTRODUCTION
GAIN ATTENTION
PURPOSE
INDIVIDUAL TRAINING STANDARDS
5811.1.13, 5811.1.1, SSGTX1.2, 5811.4.6, 5831.9.9
MISSION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Without the aid of references and in accordance with MCWP 3-34, the student will be able to demonstrate the proper techniques used for search operations.
ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Know the purpose of a search.
2. Know the definition and types of terrorist hides.
3. Know the methods for locating terrorist hides.
4. Know the considerations a terrorist uses when selecting a hide.
5. Know some typical hide locations.
6. Know and demonstrate the search phases.
METHOD AND MEDIA
TESTING
This period of instruction will be tested during practical application exercises.
TRANSITION
BODY
1. The Purpose of a Search Operation:
a. To deprive a terrorist of his resources to operate.
b. To gain evidence.
c. To protect potential targets.
2. The Hide;
A hide is a concealed location, readily identifiable to a terrorist, used to conceal resources required to carry out acts of terrorism.
a. Types:
1) Long Term - Long term hides are likely to be at concealed and waterproof locations that are used to store resources over a lengthy period of time. Long term hides vary in construction they may be specially constructed pits or buildings that contain a substantial quantity of material or even a milk churn containing one or two items.
2) Short Term - Short term hides are located close to the target area. Often a short term hide is used by a terrorist to conceal his weapon along his escape route from the incident area. Or it can be a transit hide, a place where a terrorist picks his weapon up enroute to the target area. Terrorists may use short term hides along both the ingress and egress routes to avoid detection prior to and after his attack.
b. Location Methods:
When a terrorist selects his hides he will often use a series of markers so that the precise location of the hide can be described to others who may be picking up or dropping off weapons or other material. Markers are usually identified with short term hides but may also be used for long term hides. The Marine's ability to pick up on markers (situational awareness and alertness during a search) are probably the most effective method on preventing a terrorist incident.
a. Types:
1) Primary Marker - A permanent and prominent feature on the ground, may be a road junction, water tower, etc.
2) Secondary Marker - These are usually less obvious than primary markers. However, they are still distinct and easy for a terrorist to describe to a an accomplice. Secondary markers are also likely to be at the exact location of the hide.
3) Tell Tale Marker - This type of marker is a small and easily removed object at the hide site. It will indicate the location of the hide and also warn if the hide site has been recently disturbed. Examples include tones, lumber, cloth, etc.
4. Terrorist Hide Considerations (The planning factors he uses when selecting a hide):
a. Route in.
b. Route out.
c. Location can be described by simple directions.
d. Accessible.
e. Concealed.
f. Available for immediate use.
g. Non-attributable (location is such that it can no be traced back to the terrorist).
h. Location can be identified day or night.
5. Typical Urban Hides:
a. Unoccupied buildings.
b. Under sidewalks/
c. Sheds or garages.
d. Sewers and drains/drain pipes.
e. Gardens.
f. Storage lockers in mass transit stations.
6. Phases of the Search:
The search should be part of a patrol that is carried out during the hours of daylight. Sufficient time must be allocated to conduct the search safely and thoroughly. Always maintain security of the patrol during a search. Finally, always maintain a record of the search. Search characteristics are as follows:
a. Overwatch: Establish a route in and have a designated security overwatch of the Marines moving in to conduct the search.
b. Occupation: When the search team takes up a position near the marker.
c. 20 Meter Check: The search begins with a 20 meter radius search (from the suspect hide).
d. The search team moves to the marker.
e. The search team carries out a five meter check.
f. The search team moves to the secondary marker (if applicable) and carries out a 20 meter check.
g. The search team cordons off the area around the suspected hide site.
h. The search team conducts a five meter check and searches for a tell tale sign.
i. The search team identifies the hide site and reports to higher headquarters. In many circumstances, the search team will not attempt to touch the hide in any manner.
j. The search team cordons off the immediate area surrounding the hide site and waits for further guidance. Higher headquarters is responsible at this point to send in expert agencies who have the training and equipment to exploit the hide site effectively.
QUESTIONS
SUMMARY
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