DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201_AFMCSUP — Explosives Safety Standards

DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201_AFMCSUP governs explosives safety criteria, hazards, precautions, and rules for explosives operations.

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  • Publication number: DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201_AFMCSUP
  • Title: EXPLOSIVES SAFETY STANDARDS
  • Date: 2025-12-02

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The publication addresses waivers and exemptions, firefighting hazards, explosives safety distances, armored vehicles, renewable energy projects, and energetic liquids. It requires periodic reviews, defined separation distances, hazard assessments, and specified storage conditions.

Applies to: This publication applies to all AFMC units.

Topics covered

  • Explosives safety waivers and exemptions
  • Firefighting hazard divisions
  • IBD and PTRD determination
  • Heavy armored vehicles
  • Renewable energy projects
  • Energetic liquid storage

Questions and answers

What international agreements must be examined 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.

What firefighting rule applies when rescue is not planned?

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

How is a light armored vehicle treated for explosives safety purposes?

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

What happens if the hatches and ramps of a light armored vehicle are not closed?

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

What is the maximum storage life for energetic liquids unless testing supports continued compliance?

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

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