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Chapter II

TACTICS, TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES (TTP)
IN SUPPORT OF OPERATIONS OTHER THAN WAR (cont)

DISCUSSION: Whether manning an observation post, conducting a patrol, or simply crossing an exposed area, a great threat to a soldier s personal safety is the sniper whose harassment of the intervening force is a routine fact of daily life. Sniper fire accounts for many of the casualties during peacekeeping operations. The bullet from a sniper s high-power rifle passes easily through lumber and concrete blocks.

LESSON(s):

• Units must take precautions to minimize the threat of snipers.
• Develop a response technique for soldiers to use against snipers.
• Designate specific weapon systems or soldiers to constantly scan for snipers.
• Clear or occupy all buildings around checkpoints and OPs to eliminate potential sniper positions.
• Adequate barriers and shields must be constructed around checkpoints and OPs to protect soldiers.
• Shields and screens can be used in cantonment areas to block a sniper's vision as he scans for targets.
• Individuals should stay away from windows or hang blankets over them to protect individuals inside.
• The ROE needs to give specific instructions on how to react to sniper fire. It should address any restrictions on weapons used to engage snipers.
• Units can use specific weapons and teams, such as sniper teams, to eliminate the sniper and minimize collateral damage of civilian casualties.
• A hand held illuminator in combination with a night vision device (LPC 30 with PVS 4B or PVS 7B) will illuminate sniper optics.