What is the recommended distance to withdraw from a secondary explosive device?

The recommended distance to withdraw from a secondary explosive device is 50 yards. This distance is established to ensure the safety of personnel and to minimize the risk of injury in the event of an unintentional detonation. Secondary explosives can be unpredictable, and the 50-yard distance provides a substantial buffer zone to protect individuals from the blast radius and potential shrapnel.

In operational safety protocols, this distance is considered a standard precaution to account for various factors such as the energy released during an explosion, any potential fragmentation, and the unpredictable behavior of explosives when disturbed. Adhering to this withdrawal distance minimizes exposure to the hazards associated with secondary explosives while allowing for effective monitoring and response options from a safe vantage point.