DAFMAN21-201_62AWSUP — Munitions Management

DAFMAN21-201_62AWSUP governs munitions management policies and procedures in the 62d Maintenance Group.

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  • Publication number: DAFMAN21-201_62AWSUP
  • Title: Munitions Management
  • Date: 2022-09-21

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The publication covers explosive transport, vehicle and equipment inspections, safety briefings, protective equipment, training, and authorization to receive munitions. It requires controls for explosive operations, including secured loads, designated supervisors, and documented training.

Applies to: The instruction applies to 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (62 AMXS), 62d Maintenance Squadron (62 MXS), and 62d Operations Support Squadron (62 OSS).

Topics covered

  • Explosive transport
  • Munitions vehicle inspections
  • Explosive operations safety
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Explosives training
  • Munitions authorization
  • Explosive operations supervisors

Questions and answers

What must be inspected before munitions are picked up or delivered?

Ensure all vehicles, munitions material handling equipment (MMHE), and support equipment are inspected for serviceability prior to the pickup and delivery of all requested, issued, and turn-in custody munitions to and from the munitions storage area.

How must explosive containers be secured during vehicle movement?

Explosive containers must be restrained, blocked, braced, tied down, or otherwise secured to the vehicle to prevent movement, and must not damage explosives or containers.

Can maintenance be performed on an explosive-loaded vehicle or trailer?

No maintenance will be performed on an explosive-loaded vehicle or trailer that would increase the probability of fire or would require the use of heat-producing equipment.

How often must explosive safety training be completed after initial training?

After initial training, this must be completed NLT (no later than) every 15 months (as defined in AFI 91-202, para 9.11.3).

What authorization is required before transferring possession of munitions?

Ensure personnel are authorized to receive munitions via a current CAC, and validated by an AF Form 68, Munitions Authorization Record, before transferring possession of munitions items.

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