AR 700-13 — Worldwide Department Of Defense Military Munitions (ammunition) Logistics/surveillance/explosives Safety Review And Technical Assistance Program

AR 700-13 governs worldwide DoD military munitions logistics reviews and requests for technical assistance in ammunition logistics.

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  • Publication number: AR 700-13
  • Title: WORLDWIDE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE MILITARY MUNITIONS (AMMUNITION) LOGISTICS/SURVEILLANCE/EXPLOSIVES SAFETY REVIEW AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • Date: 12/15/2020
  • Proponent: G-4
  • Status: ACTIVE

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AR 700-13 addresses munitions accountability, storage, transportation, explosives safety, range clearance, and disposition of excess or unserviceable munitions. It requires reviews, corrective-action responses, technical assistance, and reporting for organizations with an ammunition and explosives mission.

Topics covered

  • Munitions logistics reviews
  • Explosives safety management
  • Ammunition accountability
  • Range clearance activities
  • Munitions disposition
  • Technical assistance visits
  • Munitions operating facilities

Questions and answers

How often are logistics or explosives safety reviews conducted?

Normally, the DAC conducts reviews of commands, installations, activities, units, and agencies (collectively referred to as command and installations) with an AE mission at intervals not to exceed 4 years. (paragraph 3-1)

Who can request a logistics or explosive safety review before the four-year cycle ends?

ACOMs, ASCCs, DRUs, NGB, USAR, or higher HQs can request logistics or explosive safety reviews for a command or installation prior to expiration of the four-year cycle. (paragraph 4)

What support must commanders provide to review or assistance teams?

Provide required support, information, and access to review or assistance teams. (paragraph 2-3)

When must responses to review recommendations be submitted?

Responses to recommendations in the review report are submitted within the suspense date. (paragraph 2-3)

When must concurrence with review report findings be endorsed?

Endorse the concurrence of responses to the review report findings within 60 days of the receipt of the report with corrective action taken and when completed. (paragraph 2-3)

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