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Dynamic Entry Tools and Tactics
The Industrial New York Project is committed to excellence
and thorough review of inspected locations while avoiding the use
of dynamic entry. However, there are times when a dynamic entry
is required. Below is a description of entry techniques using common
tools.
Note: All photos below were taken on the private
property of the actor for demonstration purposes. Breaking and entering
on private property carries a charge of criminal trespass and may
be considered a class D felony (New York State). Neither the Project
nor Phasor Engineering Consultants recommends or condones the use
of tools in unauthorized entry. You alone are responsible for your actions.
Resolving the Fence Problem
Chain-link fences can often be a difficult
obstacle to overcome especially if barbed wire or razor ribbon
make them difficult to climb. The solution therefore, is to
cut right through them. Any 14" boltcutter can cut a
large enough hole for entry in about 30 seconds. For ease
on entry, cut the hole near a corner post so the the tension
of the fence around the corner will pull apart the section
you are working on. If you are cutting in a high risk area
and want to avoid suspicion of entry, Use a plastic zip tie
to secure the open end of the fence back to the post to create
the illusion of it being intact. Small boltcutters will run
$12-$15. |
Removing Iron Bars and
Other Metal
Iron (or other metal) bars can
be an impedance to a sucessful entry. The solution is to use
a hacksaw. Hacksaw blades can also be used to get through
deadbolts and other metal obstacles. Stanley makes a good
lightweight, low-profile aluminum hacksaw that can get into
tight spaces for $20. |
Wood/Sheetrock/Cardboard/Everything
Else
When you want to get through a wooden board
or just open up a carboard box or wooden crate, a crowbar
is your tool of choice. When you shop for a crowbar, don't
make the mistake of getting a "pry bar", which is
a flat piece of metal angled and cut to spefically pry nails.
A crowbar has either a hexagonal or circular cross-section
and can be used for both prying and ripping/tearing. Crowbars
can also be used to test the integrity of something you plan
to put your weight on, reaching objects, moving things around,
and protecting yourself from unfriendlies. A good crowbar
will run you $10-$15. |
Removing Wooden Boards and Planks
The sheer force of an impact tool is sometimes
required for removing boards and planks that have been nailed
down. Always try to remove any nails and screws first before
resorting to impact tools, but that is not always an option.
Rubber mallets and 5-pound short-handle sledge hammers both
do the job, but they both create a lot of noise. Always keep
this technique your final option because of the attention
it can potentially draw to your activity and location. These
tools can be had for about $15. |
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