MCO 8020.14A — Marine Corps Explosives Safety Compliance Program (esmp)

MCO 8020.14A governs the Marine Corps Explosives Safety Compliance Program, including inspections, evaluations, audits, and compliance oversight.

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  • Publication number: MCO 8020.14A
  • Title: MARINE CORPS EXPLOSIVES SAFETY COMPLIANCE PROGRAM (ESMP)
  • Date: 24 May 2021
  • Proponent: 08000 Ordnance Material
  • Status: Current

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It covers Explosives Safety Inspections, Compliance Reviews, ESMP Evaluations, Self-Assessments, and Munitions Response Site Audits. It requires corrective action plans for deficiencies, establishes review and reporting processes, and sets procedures for closeout inspections and rescheduling.

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

Topics covered

  • Explosives Safety Inspections
  • Explosives Safety Compliance Reviews
  • ESMP Evaluations
  • Explosives Safety Self-Assessments
  • Munitions Response Site Audits
  • Corrective Action Plans
  • Explosives Site Closeout Inspections
  • Inspection and Evaluation Rescheduling

Questions and answers

How soon must an initial CAP be submitted after an ESI report?

An initial CAP with formal documentation indicating CO approval/endorsement must be submitted to COMMARCORSYSCOM via the respective MCI Regional Command for review within 45 calendar days from the date of the signed final ESI report. (paragraph 2)

How often must MCI Regional Commands evaluate installations for explosives safety?

The MCI Regional Command is required to conduct and document an explosives safety evaluation on each installation within the respective region not less than every 18 months. (paragraph 3)

When is a Closeout ESI-CR required for explosives storage facilities?

Explosives storage facilities being transferred from DoD control must have a Closeout ESI-CR. (paragraph 7)

What rating is satisfactory for an explosives safety inspection?

The ESI-CR Team will recommend an overall inspection rating of SATISFACTORY, provided the Command receives no EXTREMELY HIGH or HIGH findings. (paragraph 5)

How can a command reschedule an inspection or evaluation?

If a command finds it necessary to reschedule their Inspection/Evaluation, it shall do so at the earliest opportunity available. Commands must submit a formal letter to COMMARCORSYSCOM, justifying the request for the delay. COMMARCORSYSCOM will approve or deny the request. (paragraph 4)

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