MCO 5104.2 — Marine Corps Radiation Safety Program For Depleted Uranium Ammunition

MCO 5104.2 governs radiation safety policy and procedural guidance for depleted uranium ammunition under the Marine Corps RASP.

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  • Publication number: MCO 5104.2
  • Title: MARINE CORPS RADIATION SAFETY PROGRAM FOR DEPLETED URANIUM AMMUNITION
  • Date: 15 Apr 2019
  • Proponent: 05000 General Admin & Management
  • Status: New

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It covers DU ammunition accountability, radiation exposure control, personnel monitoring, training, emergency procedures, security, and required surveys. Commands in possession of DU ammunition shall comply with reference (a) and enclosure (1).

Applies to: This Order is applicable to the Marine Corps Total Force.

Topics covered

  • Depleted uranium ammunition
  • Radiation exposure control
  • RADIAC instruments
  • Ammunition inventory management
  • Personnel radiation monitoring
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Radiation and contamination surveys

Questions and answers

What commands must comply with MCO 5104.2?

Commands in possession of DU ammunition shall comply with reference (a) and enclosure (1). (paragraph 3)

How often must DU ammunition assets be inventoried?

Commands in possession of DU ammunition shall physically inventory DU ammunition assets semi-annually. (paragraph 2)

What security restrictions apply to DU ammunition storage?

In accordance with references (j), (k), (l) and local requirements, the command in possession of DU ammunition for storage purposes shall have security restrictions on access and include appropriate physical security measures to ensure unauthorized individuals or general members of the public do not gain access to DU ammunition. (paragraph 3)

How often must non-radiation workers receive refresher training?

Each non-radiation worker shall receive annual refresher training. (paragraph 7)

Are members of the general public allowed to enter radiation areas?

Members of the general public are prohibited from entering radiation areas. (paragraph 5)

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