Allied Joint Doctrine for Explosive Ordnance Disposal Support to Operations (AJP-3.18)
Allied Joint Publication-3.18 provides guidance and direction for the assignment of explosive ordnance disposal field elements.
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Allied Joint Publication (AJP)-3.18, Allied Joint Doctrine for Explosive Ordnance Disposal Support to Operations (Edition B Version 1) describes the explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) area of expertise of military engineering function and how EOD principles are applied during the planning and conducting of joint operations.
This publication is also overarching NATO doctrine for the conduct of all aspects of EOD support to operations. It provides guidance for operational level commanders to plan, conduct and monitor EOD support to operations.
Who should read this publication
AJP-3.18 is intended primarily as guidance for joint NATO commanders and staff. However, the doctrine is instructive and provides a useful framework for operations conducted by a coalition of NATO members and partners.