Mine Clearance Services
In any post-conflict zone where the use of mines was prevalent, the clearance of mines, as well as that of other unexploded remnants of war, is vital to the area's rehabilitation and reconstruction.
In post conflict situations, mine clearance is the precursor to development. Westminster has the capacity to provide experienced clearance teams, including mine detection dog teams to assist in all de mining operations.
As with all Westminster mine clearance operations, its ultimate goals are to:
- To save lives and prevent injury from explosive remnants of war;
- To return demined land to local communities and authorities;
- To create conditions for a safe return of internally displaced persons;
- Upon completion of any demining project declare the area 'mine impact free'.
Related Services:
Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Search (High Risk)
In the modern day War on Terror, the IED is the most effective tactic for the terrorist, both in media exposure and indiscriminate death and destruction. Whether the devices are static, person or vehicle borne, Westminster's courses will enable trained personnel to counter this significant threat to government and national stability and security. The modules covered in the courses include:
- Explosive Capabilities;
- IED Construction;
- IED Recognition;
- IED Mechanics;
- High Risk Search Techniques;
- Reactions on Find;
- Command and Control;
- Crisis Management;
- Inter Agency Liaison.
Westminster's instructors gained their experience in combating the Irish Republican Army (IRA), Red Army Faction (RAF) and Al Qaeda (AQ) terrorist organisations and are considered the top of their trade in the UK, advising to the UK government on all aspects of terrorist explosive techniques and trends.