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(5)

Inform CTG 7.3 and CJTF SEVEN of any significant developments which

occur incidet to the presence of the special device barge in the LSD well by
message or letter as appropriate,

(6) Inform CTG 7.3 by "operational immediate" messages when the Task
Unit departs fron and arrives at ENIWETOK Atoll,
(7) Maneuver formation to change sea motion of BELLE GROVE. Use speeds
from ten to fourteen knots and courses from 030°T to 150°T, Advance toward
BIKINI for three hours and then return to ENIWETOK, Reduce speeds prescribed
as necessary for safety.

(8) Take special precautions and measures to reduce the possibility
of collision between TE 7.3.9.0 and any other vessel,

(9)

Conduct inspection to insure mximum practicable degree of darken

ship consistent with continued operation of equipment within barge and safety
of personnel aboard barge and in the well. No bare lights smi be visible
horizontally from HELLE GROVE,
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Tasks of Commander Task Element 7.3.9.0.

CTE 7.3.9.0 shall:

(1)

Assume responsibility for the security of classified RD material

(2)

Employ the U. S. Army Militery Police Detachment ordereto report

while it is in BELLE GROVE,

to Commanding Officer, BELLE GROVE to safeguard the security of
and associated RD equipment.
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device

(3) Load and off-load the special material safely and expeditiously in

accordance with schedule given in Annex A of this OpOyder,
(4)

Assume custody of the classificd RD materials as they are placed

on board. Accountability of all AEC accountable materials will remin with a
representative of the Sante Fe Operations Office, AEC (TG 7.5) who will be on
board as a passenger.

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(5)

Make emergency disposal of any or all component material and

(6)

Inform CTU 7.3.9 of any such disposal made or contemplated.

equipment, regardless of classification or sensitivity, under cmergency conditions where the health and safety of ships and personnel are concerned or
where the national interest must be protected by such disposal,
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(7) Inform CTU 7.3.9 of agp’
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