What is EOD?
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) is the practice of handling and safely neutralizing unexploded ordnance (UXO), improvised explosive devices (IEDs), or other hazardous explosives. EOD professionals are trained to defuse, dismantle, or safely dispose of bombs and explosive threats in both civilian and military environments.
In military contexts, EOD teams protect personnel by clearing explosive hazards from battlefields, ensuring safe movement through high-risk areas. Civilian EOD experts, such as bomb squads, respond to emergencies involving suspicious packages, old military ordnance, or homemade explosives.
Firearm training and shooting ranges may collaborate with EOD specialists when managing explosive-related threats, such as handling malfunctioning ammunition or managing pyrotechnics. EOD expertise ensures these situations are handled safely and efficiently.
EOD professionals are highly trained in robotics, chemical analysis, and bomb suit operations, and their role is critical in reducing casualties and mitigating damage in hazardous scenarios. Their work requires calm decision-making under extreme pressure and strict adherence to safety protocols.
