DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP — Explosives Safety Standards

DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP governs explosives safety criteria, hazards, precautions, firefighting, separation distances, and storage.

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  • Publication number: DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP
  • Title: EXPLOSIVES SAFETY STANDARDS
  • Date: 2026-07-10

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DESR6055.09_DAFMAN91-201_AFRCSUP addresses international agreements, waivers and exemptions, armored vehicle siting, firefighting hazards, and energetic liquids. It requires periodic reviews, specifies separation criteria, and sets conditions for package storage and fire response.

Applies to: It applies to all AFRC, subordinate units, and all organizations receiving support from AFRC assets.

Topics covered

  • International agreements for explosives safety waivers
  • Firefighting hazards for explosive materials
  • Accidental criteria
  • IBD and PTRD for heavy armored vehicles
  • Energetic liquid package storage
  • Separation distances for energetic liquids

Questions and answers

What must be validated during periodic reviews of waivers and exemptions?

Validation of the strategic or compelling operational reasons for initial approval of the waiver or exemption. (paragraph 2)

When should firefighting forces not fight a fire involving explosives?

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

What firefighting method applies to fires involving hexachlorethane and incendiaries?

For fires involving hexachlorethane (HC) and incendiaries use dry sand or dry powder in early stage. (paragraph 3)

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 91-208)

How long may energetic liquid products be stored before testing is required?

Maximum storage life of 2 years, unless storage life tests indicate product continues to meet purchase specification. Such tests are to be repeated at 1-year intervals thereafter. (paragraph 3)

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