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16.1.1. A convoy is required for all transportation considered hazardous operations unless exempted by the appropriate local safety authority.
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16.1.2. All transportation of over-sized loads (larger than 12 feet in width, 13.5 feet in height, or 55 feet in length) is considered a hazardous operation.
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16.1.3. All convoys shall be conducted in accordance with AFJMAN 24-306, Manual for the Wheeled Vehicle Driver.
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16.1.4. All convoy and convoy operations shall be in accordance with DOT requirements.
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16.1.5. At the WR, all convoys shall be conducted in accordance with 30 SW 31-101, Convoy Operations.
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A procedure for convoy operations shall be submitted to the appropriate local safety authority for review and approval.
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Convoy Operations Requirements
The payload project and/or the agencies responsible for the transportation of a load shall ensure the following items are performed:
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16.3.1. The load or commodity to be transported shall be identified.
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16.3.2. The convoy shall be scheduled through the appropriate local safety authority [CCAFS Cape Support (321-853-5211) at the ER and through Range Scheduling (805-606-8825) at the WR].
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16.3.3. A convoy commander shall be designated.
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16.3.4. If flight hardware or hazardous commodities are involved, a Security/HOS escort shall be arranged.
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16.3.5. The appropriate local safety authority approval shall be obtained before the start of the convoy if hazardous commodities or flight hardware are involved.
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16.3.6. When transporting hazardous commodities, the transfer route shall be chosen to minimize exposure to populated areas and critical facilities. Transfer should occur during off-peak traffic and population hours.
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16.3.7. The selected route shall be identified and the following items noted/documented:
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16.3.7.1. Horizontal and vertical clearances (i.e., bridges, construction, power lines, trees, signs, walls, railings, barriers, etc.).
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16.3.7.2. The hazardous commodity transported.
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16.3.7.3. Population along the route.
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16.3.7.4. Traffic that may be encountered.
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16.3.7.5. Condition of surface being traveled upon.
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16.3.7.6. Distance of route.
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16.3.8. Radio contact shall be maintained with the convoy commander for all elements of the convoy.
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16.3.9. At a minimum, the following items of equipment are required:
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16.3.9.1. Flashlights if transport occurs during periods of darkness.
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16.3.9.2. Emergency apparatus such as fire extinguishing equipment, reflectors, and flares.
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16.3.10. Proper environmental health required by the commodity transported shall be ensured.
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16.3.11. Areas shall be cordoned off as required by the appropriate local safety authority.
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16.3.12. Emergency actions shall be taken to secure the item being transported in the event of a mishap.
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16.3.13. A pre-operational check of the loaded vehicle and trailer shall be conducted.
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The prescribed tire air pressure should be verified.
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16.3.14. A convoy commander pre-departure briefing guide and requirements shall be prepared and conducted. The briefing guide includes such information as hazards, communication checks, and stop points.
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16.3.15. Convoys carrying liquid fuel, solid motors, or installed ordnance shall not commence when a local electrical storm lightning watch or warning is in effect.
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