Firing settings and weapon systems are verified and within prescribed safety limits. Permission has been granted from range control to commence training or live firing. An immediate cease fire or check fire is ordered when any unsafe condition is observed or when communications with range control are lost. Unit personnel who employ lasers are thoroughly briefed, including an explanation of laser-related hazards and safety equipment. Azimuths and elevations of each laser range, firing position, and target are known.
Units comply with SOPs for laser operations and training exercises.
All personnel engaged in laser operations, including personnel in target areas, maintain continuous communications. If communication is lost, the RSO orders lasing to stop. Lasing stops immediately if positive control of the laser beam is lost.