VOL. 0 BOOK 5 CHAPTER IV SECTIONS 5-6 and operations in the vicinity of loading or unloading ramps stopped. No smoking or fire within a radius of 50 feet was permitted, and exceptional caution was used to prevent possibility of electric sparks in the ramp areas. The Holmes & Narver Marine Department was required to provide four LCU craft of special mechanical fitness and seaworthiness for this operation. Special attention was given to the facilities for fire prevention. Galley and smoking privileges were suspended during the transport period. Crews were given additional instructions on the use of all fire fighting equipment on board, and informed as to the hazardous nature of the cargo. Padeyes capable of withstanding a horizontal pull of five tons were installed on the decks of the LCUs assigned to transport the Dewars. Brackets were welded on one LCU to position a set of ramps. At the ramps on Sites Elmer and Gene, three "dead man' type anchors were installed to insure stability of the craft while loading and unloading. Two sets of wooden ramps were sup- plied to ease the Dewars on and off the LCU ramp. An LCM was made availabie to escort LCU craft on all runs. Tractors and operators were supplied as required. Delivery of diesel fuel and gasoline for motor generator sets for the Dewar trailers was a continuous service supplied by Holmes & Narver. In addition, miscellaneous support services required by Task Unit 3 were supplied, including the servicing of vehicles and heavy equipment and minor repairs and adjustments to machinery. A tent, 16 feet by 32 feet, with light and power outlets, was furnished and erected near Bidg. 340-H to serve as an office for the Task Unit 3 group leader. Also, shelves, bins, racks, hangers, and protective coverings for equipment were constructed in Bldg. 340-H. hours. SECTION 6. Total of all items amounted to 1,999.5 man TASK UNIT 4 Miscellaneous support services supplied to Task Unit 4 included furnishing of two forklifts with operators, for the movement of warehouse material. An M-Boat was provided to transport passengers and scientific samples from Site Elmer to Site Fred. Other miscellaneous services included packing box repairs and the painting of signs. Instances of support services provided to Task Unit 4 in specific areas were as follows: In the Zero Area janitor service was required beginning 15 September, and erection of two 4-man tents, complete with light and power outlets and wooden floors, was furnished. 5-9