Inside the FBI Danger Beneath the Surface
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Jul 22, 2020 Discover how the FBI trains bomb tech divers to investigate underwater explosions. Explore hands-on exercises that prepare technicians for real-world threats in waterways. Learn about the unique challenges of underwater blasts and the specialized techniques required for effective evidence recovery. Hear insights from instructors on the importance of realistic training environments. This episode showcases the rigorous efforts to ensure public safety and equip first responders with essential skills.
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Realistic Lake Murray Capstone Exercise
- Students practiced recovering exploded bomb parts from Lake Murray as a realistic final exercise.
- The exercise capped a week of classroom training and hands-on demos to prepare maritime bomb techs.
Underwater Recovery Requires New Skills
- The underwater course teaches evidence ID, recovery, and mapping under realistic post-blast conditions.
- FBI instructors grade divers on locating fragments amid limited visibility and shifting currents.
Prepare Before The Capstone
- Train as proficient divers before attending the capstone and complete prior pipeline courses.
- Focus on rapidly collecting evidence to enable investigators to exploit it and protect communities.