Who holds primary responsibility for range safety during a range exercise?

The primary responsibility for range safety during a range exercise rests with the Range Safety Officer (RSO). The RSO is specifically designated to ensure that all safety protocols are followed, that the range is safe for use, and that all participants adhere to established safety guidelines. This role involves conducting safety briefings, monitoring the conduct of personnel on the range, and taking immediate action to mitigate any safety hazards that may arise.

While the Officer in Charge (OIC) and the Range Control Officer (RCO) play important roles in overall range management and operational oversight, their responsibilities do not exclusively focus on immediate safety concerns like those of the RSO. The Radiological Safety Officer also plays a critical role but is focused on safety related specifically to radiological hazards rather than the broad range of safety concerns that apply during all types of range exercises.