1. Does Range Control have an email address?
Yes, usarmy.devens.93-sig-bde.list.fort-devens-range-control@army.mil is the Devens RFTA Range Control email address which is used for modifying training events, cancelling training events and basic questions. A range technician will reply to your questions/concerns. However as always, a request submitted through RFMSS is the primary tool for scheduling training.
2. Can we use the new M16/M4/240G Enhanced Performance Round (EPR) Ammunition on Devens RFTA?
Yes. Refer to the Devens RFTA Range Regulations 350-3 for restrictions.
3. How do units utilize Devens RFTA ranges?
All units are required to schedule by using Range Facility Management Support System (RFMSS). This will allow units to check on availability, schedule and verify the status of range requests, and view the Range Bulletin.
4. How do private companies set up to use Devens RFTA Ranges?
Private Companies must contact the Range Control Officer at (978) 615-6069) or the Range Safety Officer (978) 615-6070) to secure a license to utilize Devens RFTA, be prepared to provide DOD contract related information and range requirements which would be used. Once approved the company would contact Range Control at (978) 615-6071 for scheduling procedures.
5. How do military units schedule Ranges?
Military customers should contact Range Control at (978) 615-6071 to request access to the web based RFMSS. Customers must provide the following information: Unit/UIC/address/number of personnel/Point of contact name/phone number/email address. Once approved Range Control will issue a Unit ID and Unit Name which will allow a customer to set up a RFMMS account to use the system. Each individual customer must login to RFMSS and create an account. Once the account is approved the customer will have access to the web based RFMSS site to check on availability and submit reservation requests.
6. What range do I use for firing various systems?
The Devens RFTA Range Regulation which is available in the RFMSS library. In Appendix B of this regulation is a complete listing on all Ranges, Facilities, and Training Areas. This list will provide the type of range, number of firing points and type of targets.
7. How do I get maps?
All topographical maps are ordered through the normal supply channels. The Devens RFTA Military Installation Map 1:50,000, Series V714S, Edition 1-DMA. The DMA Stock Number is V714SFTDEVENMIM, ED. NO. 001. An alternate source is from the SRP website at https://srp.army.mil , from which the latest Devens RFTA Map can be downloaded.
8. Are there Port-A Johns on the Ranges and Training areas?
Most ranges and facilities have one or two Port-A-Johns on them. To verify this contact Range Control at (978) 615-6071 for the range or facility you intend to use. If your unit is extremely large, you may need to consider additional units. None of the training areas have Port-A-Johns and units are required to contact Range Control at (978) 615-6071 to make arrangements for units to be placed in the training area. Army reserve units are funded through the DPTMS. All other units must make there own arrangements for facilities. Range Control can provide a POC if needed. USAR units must fill out a latrine request which can be found in the RFMSS library for support.
9. Can I drive my POV down range?
No, exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis by the Range Operations Officer for privately-owned vehicles (POVs) in training areas and ranges. No POV’s will be authorized down range after noontime on Friday through 0630 on Monday. All POV’s authorized on South Post will have a pass issued by Range Control.
10. What specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) do I need for each Range?
The requirements for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are outlined in Appendix K of Devens RFTA Regulation 350-3, which is available at the USAG Devens RFTA RFMSS site Library tab.
11. Can civilian guests to the Range be allowed to visit and fire weapons?
No, Devens RFTA Regulation 350-3, 7-14 states “Civilians will not be allowed onto the South Post tactical training areas unless specifically authorized by the Range Operations Officer.”
12. Can I fire my personally owned weapon on Devens RFTA Ranges?
Members of training units will not bring privately owned weapons or ammunition to ranges or training areas.
13. What range equipment does Range Control provide and what does the unit need to bring?
Range control provides range flags, safety paddles, staple guns with staples, and targets. The units are expected to provide all other items such as updated copy of the Field Manuals, Technical Manuals, score cards, clearing rods, engineering tape, bug spray and anything else that Range Control does not supply.
14. Do all the ranges require the same planning?
A: Scheduling the Live Fire Shoot house, Demolitions and Mortar Firing requires additional safety and planning considerations. All information is outlined in their perspective or USAG Devens RFTA Regulation 350-3. Please refer all questions to a Range Technician at (978) 615-6071.