Who establishes, monitors, and documents the installation safety certification process for RSOs and OICs?

The installation Range Control Officer (RCO) is responsible for establishing, monitoring, and documenting the installation safety certification process for Range Safety Officers (RSOs) and Officers in Charge (OICs). The RCO plays a crucial role in ensuring that all range operations adhere to safety standards and protocols. This includes providing the necessary training, oversight, and documentation to maintain compliance with safety regulations.

The RCO coordinates with various units and ensures that RSOs and OICs are adequately trained and certified to manage range activities safely. Their oversight is paramount to minimizing risks and ensuring a safe training environment, as any failure in this process can lead to hazardous situations that could endanger personnel and equipment.

While the Brigade S3 may have responsibilities regarding overall training and operations within the brigade, it is the RCO who specifically focuses on the safety and certification aspects related to range operations. The Safety Management Officer may oversee broader safety initiatives, but the RCO is directly involved in the certification process for RSOs and OICs at the installation level. The unit commander has a leadership role but does not specifically handle the range safety certification process, which is the domain of the RCO.