DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_SHEPPARDAFBSUP — Explosives Safety Standards

DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_SHEPPARDAFBSUP governs explosives safety operations and requirements at Sheppard AFB facilities.

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  • Publication number: DESR6055.09_AFMAN91-201_SHEPPARDAFBSUP
  • Title: EXPLOSIVES SAFETY STANDARDS
  • Date: 2022-01-20

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The publication addresses explosives clear zones, ammunition and explosives handling, operating-location storage, fireworks coordination, and mobility staging. It requires controls for storage, access, fire protection, training, notifications, and approvals.

Applies to: This supplement applies to anyone involved with explosives operations of any kind at Sheppard AFB-owned or-leased facilities.

Topics covered

  • Explosives clear zones
  • Ammunition and explosives handling
  • Operating-location storage
  • Fireworks display coordination
  • Mobility staging area controls
  • Fire protection requirements
  • Explosives training range operations

Questions and answers

What activities are prohibited inside explosives clear zones at Sheppard AFB?

No organization or person shall engage in any activity inside the explosives clear zones other than what is approved by applicable directives or specified on the approved explosives site plan without coordination and approval from 82 TRW/SEW.

Is jewelry allowed when handling ammunition and explosives?

Wearing of any jewelry; i.e., watches, rings, bracelets, etc., when handling/using ammunition and explosives (AE) is prohibited.

How far in advance must fireworks displays at Sheppard AFB be coordinated?

82 MSG/FSS will coordinate any plans for a fireworks display on Sheppard AFB and the Sheppard Recreational Annex, Lake Texoma, with 82 TRW/SEW and 82 CES/CEF at least 60 days prior to scheduled display date.

How long may completed work orders remain in an operating location?

Completed work orders that are in the operating location will be restored as soon as possible but no longer than 3 days without an extension approval.

Can incompatible explosives be stored in an operating location?

Explosives that are not compatible will not be stored in an operating location.

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