DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AETCSUP — Explosives Safety Standards

DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AETCSUP establishes Air Force policy for explosives safety criteria, hazards, precautions, and rules.

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  • Publication number: DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AETCSUP
  • Title: EXPLOSIVES SAFETY STANDARDS
  • Date: 2024-12-09

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DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AETCSUP addresses international agreements, firefighting hazards, armored vehicle distance criteria, and energetic liquid storage. It requires legal reviews, periodic reviews of waivers and exemptions, and specified protections for explosives and packages.

Applies to: This manual applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard involved in explosives operations.

Topics covered

  • International agreements and explosives safety waivers
  • Firefighting hazards for explosive hazard divisions
  • IBD and PTRD for heavy armored vehicles
  • Energetic liquid package storage
  • Storage life testing for energetic liquids

Questions and answers

What must be examined for explosives safety waivers or exemptions under international agreements?

International agreements related to the U.S. presence or activities must be examined to identify if there are any relevant provisions pertaining to explosives safety waivers or exemptions in order to ensure obligations of the United States and foreign partners are met.

When should firefighting forces avoid fighting a fire involving HD 1.1 or HD 1.5 materials?

Do not fight fire unless rescue attempt is planned. (paragraph 2)

What happens if white phosphorus munitions are involved in a fire?

If WP munitions are involved, smoke is liberated. (paragraph 2)

When do the IBD and PTRD specified in Volume 3 apply to heavy armored vehicles?

When NEWQD exceeds 331 lbs [150 kg] the IBD and PTRD specified in Volume 3 of this manual apply. (paragraph 2)

What is required for the hatches and ramps of a light armored vehicle?

The hatches and ramps are required to be closed, otherwise the vehicle must be treated as non-armored. (paragraph 2)

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