MCO 8025.1E — Class V(w) Malfunction And Defect Reporting

MCO 8025.1E governs reporting of Class V(W) ammunition malfunctions and defects, including required procedures and actions.

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  • Publication number: MCO 8025.1E
  • Title: CLASS V(W) MALFUNCTION AND DEFECT REPORTING
  • Date: 29 Oct 2009
  • Proponent: 08000 Ordnance Material
  • Status: Current

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It describes naval message reporting, defect and malfunction reports, and the data needed for analysis and evaluation. It requires reporting by the organization experiencing the malfunction or defect and addresses actions during combat operations, investigations, and ammunition disposition.

Applies to: The instructions contained herein are applicable to reporting malfunctions and/or defects associated with Class V(W) materiel under the management cognizance of Marine Corps Systems Command, Program Manager for Ammunition, (MARCORSYSCOM (PM Ammo)).

Topics covered

  • Class V(W) ammunition malfunctions
  • Ammunition defect reporting
  • Naval message reporting timelines
  • Malfunction site security
  • Ammunition lot suspension
  • Unsafe ammunition disposition

Questions and answers

Who is required to report Class V(W) ammunition malfunctions and defects?

All ammunition malfunctions and defects require reporting in accordance with enclosures (1) through (4) by the organization experiencing the malfunction or defect. (paragraph 4)

What must commanders ensure about MCO 8025.1E?

Commanders at all echelons shall ensure the provisions of this Order are understood by all personnel involved in handling/expending ammunition. (paragraph 4)

What happens to a weapon involved in an ammunition malfunction?

Weapon will be tagged "out-of-service" and maintained in "as-is" condition, pending possible investigation. (paragraph 4)

Can unsafe ammunition be transported or returned to the Ammunition Supply Point?

Unsafe ammunition will not be transported or returned to the ASP. (paragraph 5)

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