Ammunition and Explosives Basics
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What term applies to the chemical reaction that a flare produces?

  • A low explosive
  • An incendiary
  • A flare produces illumination using a chemical reaction that moves at subsonic speeds (correct)
  • A high explosive

    • What does stability refer to in A&E?

    Deterioration of A&E during storage; factors affecting stability are time, temperature, and moisture.

    Which explosive train propels (launches) the projectile?

  • Explosive charge
  • Propellant (correct)
  • Booster
  • Initiator

    • Why is a pyrotechnic considered a low explosive?

    <p>It burns quickly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of explosive is a projectile's booster?

    <p>Low explosive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two ways to recognize an ammo item is inert?

    <p>No explosive components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what chemical group does CS (tear gas) belong?

    <p>Chemical Group B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two hazards of Chemical Group D?

    <p>Corrosive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A pallet holds 12 rounds. Each round contains 17.5 lb NEW. What is the total NEW for this pallet?

    <p>210 lb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of intermagazine distance (IMD) and intraline distance (ILD)?

    <p>To ensure safety by preventing accidental ignition of nearby munitions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    HC/D 1.3 material presents what type of hazard?

    <p>Mass Fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Hazard Class 1 division has fragmentation as its primary hazard?

    <p>Division 1.2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be found in the Yellow Book regarding ammo items?

    <p>Storage compatibility, hazards, and safety information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Consider the following: A pallet contains ammunition marked with DODIC G930. Each pallet holds 54 boxes of ammo. Each box holds 16 rounds. What is the total NEW of this pallet?

    <p>Total NEW</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Once a hazard is identified, what elements are considered to assess the hazard?

    <p>Probability and Severity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which storage and handling requirement applies to black powder?

    <p>Store in bulk in dry magazines with conductive floors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which storage requirement does not apply to shaped charges?

    <p>Temperature control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a phase of the risk management (RM) process?

    <p>Understand SOP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section requires an operator's signature to verify the operator has read and understands the SOP?

    <p>Documentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where in the SOP would you find personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements when working with ammo containing chemical fillers?

    <p>Section B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which safety precaution applies to material handling equipment (MHE)?

    <p>Conduct regular maintenance checks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two safety guidelines apply when heat sealing bags of ammo?

    <p>Ensure area is well-ventilated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which off-post specific requirement does a driver need when moving ammo from an on-post site to an off-post facility?

    <p>Use of fire symbols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is not a shared requirement for vehicles transporting A&E both on-post and off-post?

    <p>Extra blocking and bracing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which best describes ammunition residue?

    <p>A hazardous material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does an LPS provide protection?

    <p>By diverting lightning away from structures and personnel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which three things can cause electromagnetic radiation (EMR)?

    <p>Lightning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which requirement is used when posting fire symbols outside a facility?

    <p>The highest hazard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using the chemical group job aid, which two chemical hazard symbols are used for storage locations with ammo containing HC smoke grenades?

    <p>Symbol D and Symbol E</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of an above-ground magazine (AGM)?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which three housekeeping guidelines apply when storing A&E?

    <p>Label data cards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is not a general magazine safety rule?

    <p>Stable stacks are not necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to removing/covering fire and chemical symbols, what two actions do you take after emptying a magazine?

    <p>Clean the area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which source can be used to find storage compatibility groups for ammo?

    <p>Appendix B of the Yellow Book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Given two groups, F and S, and one location, are they safe?

    <p>Yes, safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Given three groups, C, D, and F, are they compatible for storage?

    <p>Under certain conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which requirement do you need to follow when storing rockets, rocket motors, and missiles?

    <p>Avoid heat sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two steps apply for damaged or leaking munitions or containers found in storage?

    <p>Remove and dispose properly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of hazards does the RM process work to prevent?

    <p>Illness, injury, or death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a standing operating procedure (SOP)?

    <p>To provide standardized instructions to prevent personnel injury and property damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of clothing should be worn in ammo work areas to minimize static electricity?

    <p>Non-static generating fabrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hazard is most damaging to ammunition?

    <p>Fire and excessive heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of an earth-covered magazine (ECM)?

    <p>Built into the earth for blast protection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about operations outside a magazine is true?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A team is repairing ammunition packaging outdoors near an ECM. What distance from the ECM can the work be safely completed?

    <p>50 ft to the side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Use the Yellow Book to determine the compatibility group for the three items below.

    <p>C, E, G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are safety and reliability ensured for a projectile with a high explosive train?

    <p>Protect the primer at all times!</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dynamite is an example of a high explosive because it?

    <p>Has a high velocity of detonation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a display cabinet, you see a 105mm munition drilled with four holes and marked 'empty.' What does this tell you about the ammo item?

    <p>It is not capable of being fired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What statement describes Chemical Group C?

    <p>Reacts with air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    NP (napalm) is an incendiary. In what chemical group does it belong?

    <p>Group D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The net explosive weight (NEW) indicates the effective combined weight of?

    <p>Packaging included</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much separation distance does HC/D 1.1 require compared to HC/D 1.4?

    <p>More separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is the purpose of a standing operating procedure (SOP)?

    <p>To standardize practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When working with ammo containing chemical fillers, where in the SOP would you find personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements?

    <p>Section B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two safety guidelines apply when heat sealing bags of ammo?

    <p>Ensure area is clear of personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which safety precaution applies to forklifts?

    <p>Maintain equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is the correct placement of placards on trucks transporting A&E?

    <p>On all sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which best describes ammunition residue?

    <p>Hazardous material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a lightning protection system (LPS)?

    <p>To divert lightning safely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of clothing should be worn in ammo handling areas to reduce the risk of static electricity?

    <p>Anti-static clothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main hazard that ammunition faces from the environment?

    <p>Fire and excessive heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ammunition Basics

    • A flare uses a chemical reaction for illumination, moving at subsonic speeds.
    • Stability of ammunition and explosives (A&E) is affected by time, temperature, and moisture during storage.

    Explosives and Pyrotechnics

    • The explosive train in projectiles is crucial for launching.
    • Pyrotechnics are categorized as low explosives due to their combustion characteristics.
    • A projectile's booster is a type of high explosive.

    Recognizing Ammunition Types

    • Inert ammunition can be recognized through specific attributes.
    • CS (tear gas) belongs to a specific chemical group for riot control agents.

    Hazards and Safety Management

    • Chemical Group D presents various hazards identifiable through chemical group job aids.
    • Hazard identification involves assessing probability and severity.
    • Risk management processes aim to prevent illnesses, injuries, or fatalities.

    Storage and Handling Requirements

    • Black powder must be stored in dry magazines, away from inhabited buildings.
    • Fire symbols are essential in indicating hazard levels when posting outside facilities.

    Transportation and Vehicle Guidelines

    • Drivers moving ammunition off-post require special compliance measures.
    • Shared transportation requirements for A&E include documentation and proper inspections.

    Environmental Protection Measures

    • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is vital when handling ammunition with chemical fillers.
    • Electromagnetic radiation (EMR) can arise from specific operational actions.
    • Grounding and antistatic clothing minimize static electricity in ammunition work areas.

    Fire Safety and Residue Management

    • Fire is a significant hazard for ammunition, with excessive heat being particularly damaging.
    • Proper management of ammunition residue is critical for safety protocols.

    Packaging and Maintenance

    • When repairing ammunition packaging outdoors, maintain a safe distance from earth-covered magazines (ECM).
    • Additional precautions should be taken for damaged munitions.

    Compatibility and Separation Requirements

    • Storage compatibility groups determine how various ammunition items should be stored together.
    • Specific separation distances are mandated between different hazard classes in storage.

    Summary of Procedures

    • Standing Operating Procedures (SOP) provide a standardized set of instructions for operational safety.
    • After emptying a magazine, symbols must be removed or covered, and proper paperwork completed.

    Numerical Data

    • The net explosive weight (NEW) reflects the combined weight that contributes to the explosive potential of the ammunition.
    • Computation examples calculate total NEW using ammunition packaging details, such as pallets and rounds per container.

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    This quiz covers essential knowledge on ammunition basics, explosives, and pyrotechnics. Understand the stability of ammunition, types, and safety management protocols required for handling and storage. Dive into hazard identification and risk management processes relevant to ammunition and explosives.

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