Clearing roads prior to the deployment of peacekeeping units, or in support of humanitarian, reconstruction or development work, is a prerequisite to a safe and successful operation. However, road clearance is expensive and time-consuming. Equipment costs are high, especially in remote areas such as in Afghanistan, Angola and Sudan, where many roads remain contaminated by mines. Confronted by these challenges, mine action operators are working to develop safer, more efficient and cost-effective road clearance systems. This Guide aims to contribute to that process by providing recent examples, data and methodologies from the field.