scope:

Multinational force ships must be prepared to conduct MIF operations of short notice. In support of this objective, guidance provided herein is applicable to all naval commands that may be involved in the planning and/or execution of MIF operations. The information contained herein may be useful to personnel of other armed services who are also tasked to support MIF operations.

Note: The procedures and guidance provided are applicable only to peacetime MIF operations and do not address procedures for conducting a naval blockade in time of war or declared hostilities.

Purpose

EXTAC 1012 provides:

a. The historical aspect of maritime interdiction, the objectives of maritime interdiction force (MIF) operations, and the principles of inspection.

b. Tactical guidance for conducting maritime interdiction and boarding operations by multinational ships and associated elements from other services.