AFGSCI91-210 — Vehicle Safety For Missile Field Operations

AFGSCI91-210 governs vehicle safety for missile field operations, including operator responsibilities, driver training, and speed limits.

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  • Publication number: AFGSCI91-210
  • Title: VEHICLE SAFETY FOR MISSILE FIELD OPERATIONS
  • Date: 2018-03-02

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The publication addresses vehicle crew concepts, safety equipment, headlights, safety observers, road conditions, gravel-road speed limits, and driver training. It requires mission planning, risk assessment, controlled training environments, and compliance with specified vehicle safety measures.

Applies to: It applies to individuals at all levels in Air Force Global Strike Command, except where noted otherwise, to include associated Air Force Reserve and the Air National Guard (ANG) members when supporting or conducting vehicular operations to, from, and at missile alert and launch facilities.

Topics covered

  • Vehicle Crew Concept
  • Vehicle safety equipment
  • Safety observer duties
  • Road condition responses
  • Gravel-road speed limits
  • Driver training requirements

Questions and answers

What is the vehicle operator responsible for under AFGSCI91-210?

The vehicle operator is responsible for safe vehicle operation. (paragraph 1)

What must occupants do during mission planning?

Each occupant will participate in mission planning, to include route selection and risk management and ensure all personnel and equipment are secure. (paragraph 1)

What is the maximum speed on gravel roads?

The maximum speed limit on all gravel roads is 25 miles per hour (MPH) or lower, as road and weather conditions dictate. (paragraph 2)

When may Security Forces vehicle operators exceed 25 MPH on gravel or dirt roads?

SF Team vehicle operators responding to real world situations such as a Covered Wagons, Back-up Force responses, or other situations requiring an immediate response are authorized to exceed 25 MPH on gravel/dirt roads. However, operators, will not exceed speeds reasonable for weather, visibility, traffic or road conditions. (paragraph 2)

What is required before driver training begins?

In all circumstances, a formal risk assessment shall be accomplished prior to the start of training (T-2). (paragraph 3)

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