Categorical Exclusion Determination
Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance
July 21, 2015
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The principle purpose of the live fire facilities at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is to provide firearms and tactical training/qualification requirements for Protective Force Personnel. Live fire facilities are located at the Central Facilities Area (CFA) and the Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC). Training activities at the live fire ranges reduces risks inherent in employing armed personnel. The live fire ranges may also be used by other Department of Energy (DOE) and DOE-contractor personnel and federal, state and local law enforcement, and military personnel for training, testing, qualification, and competition. Other approved organizations may also use the live fire ranges for training and to conduct testing and evaluation of products and equipment.