Abstract
Virtually all of the bomb-disposal operators performed smoothly and competently. During tours of operational duty, levels of confidence were mainly high and stable, especially among the experienced operators. These operators reported few fluctuations in their stable, calm mood states and were better able to “switch off” when not on operational duty. The inexperienced operators showed broadly stable patterns of mood confidence but were subject to a few significant fluctuations. The most common problem rported on tour was the lack to oppotunity for sport and exercise but among EOs the most serious problems were inter-personal. At the end of tour most operators felt satisfied with their performance and many felt that they had benefited from the experience. The most common error reported was that of cutting corners on a task. Few adverse post-tour experiences of significance were reported.
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