DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201 — Explosives Safety Standards

DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201 governs Department of the Air Force explosives safety criteria, hazards, precautions, and safety rules.

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  • Publication number: DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201
  • Title: EXPLOSIVES SAFETY STANDARDS
  • Date: 2025-06-18

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The publication addresses explosives safety waivers and exemptions, firefighting hazards, separation distances, armored vehicles, and energetic liquid storage. It requires compliance with its prescribed safety criteria, precautions, and rules when working with explosives.

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

Topics covered

  • Explosives safety criteria
  • Explosives safety waivers and exemptions
  • Firefighting hazards
  • Separation distances
  • Heavy armored vehicles
  • Energetic liquid storage

Questions and answers

What must a legal review examine for explosives safety waivers or exemptions?

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 explosives?

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

When may a fire involving explosives be fought?

May be fought if explosives not directly involved. (paragraph 1)

How are light armored vehicles treated for explosives safety purposes?

A light armored vehicle is treated as a barricaded ES and as an unbarricaded PES. (paragraph 2)

How long is the maximum storage life for energetic liquids?

Maximum storage life of 2 years, unless storage life tests indicate product continues to meet purchase specification. (paragraph 3)

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