DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP_944FWSUP — Explosive Safety Standards

DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP_944FWSUP governs ammunition handling, issue procedures, and explosives safety during exercises, training, and events.

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  • Publication number: DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP_944FWSUP
  • Title: EXPLOSIVE SAFETY STANDARDS
  • Date: 2026-08-01

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It establishes requirements for weapons safety training, explosives risk assessments, exercise plans, ammunition issue and turn-in, and ammunition storage. It also sets controls for live and blank ammunition, safety briefings, approvals, and required records.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all personnel assigned to the 944th Fighter Wing (944 FW), deployed units utilizing 944 FW facilities, and personnel associated with exercises involving blank ammunition.

Topics covered

  • Blank ammunition issuance
  • Live ammunition controls
  • Explosives risk assessments
  • Exercise planning
  • Weapons safety training
  • Ammunition storage

Questions and answers

Who can receive live ammunition under DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP_944FWSUP?

Live ammunition will only be issued to weapons couriers, controllers and the security detail.

Can the same person receive live and blank ammunition?

Live and blank ammunition will not be issued to the same individual.

What training is required for personnel handling explosives?

All personnel who handle, function, and/or transport explosives addressed in this instruction must receive Weapons Safety training.

When must the explosives risk assessment be submitted?

Personnel performing operations outlined in this instruction must complete and forward the explosives risk assessment to Wing Safety prior to each exercise.

How far in advance must the exercise risk assessment and ammunition list be submitted?

The risk assessment and list of ammunition must be prepared and submitted at least 30 days prior to the start of the exercise for approval. (paragraph 1)

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