Ammunition Handlers (Cert) Complete Answer
1. Which publication should be referenced for guidance on the safe handling and storage of unused
grenades returned by a unit after training? - Answer: DA PAM 385-64, titled "Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards," should be consulted
for these...
1. Which publication should be referenced for guidance on the safe handling and storage of unused
grenades returned by a unit after training?
- Answer: DA PAM 385-64, titled "Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards," should be consulted
for these guidelines.
2. If you need to unitize several containers of ammunition and explosives (AE), which publication will
you refer to?
- Answer: You would use the AMC 19-48 drawings.
3. What are the appropriate actions to take when handling AE?
- Answer: You should comply with official guidelines and use only authorized tools. Handle AE
containers with caution, but do not repair them using nails. Additionally, avoid dragging or throwing AE
containers, and do not use bail hooks.
4. In which part of the AMC 19-48 publication can you find general storage instructions and cautions?
- Answer: Look for this information under the "General Notes" section.
5. Where would you find visual representations showing different stacking arrangements in an AMC 19-
48 drawing?
- Answer: This information is available in the "Drawings" section.
6. Match the AE types to their corresponding hazards:
- Answer:
- Improved Conventional Munitions: Blast and Fragmentation
- Black Powder: Becomes hazardous if it absorbs moisture
- Pyrotechnics: Deteriorate as they age
- Rockets: Deteriorate in extreme temperatures
, 7. Match the chemical groups to their associated hazards:
- Answer:
- Group A: Toxic
- Group B: Causes skin irritation
- Group C: Combustible when exposed to air
- Group D: Potential for smoke inhalation
8. What are the three standards for safely handling chemical munitions?
- Answer:
- Avoid dropping or jarring
- Do not store on wood or porous floors
- Handle with care
9. What actions should you take if you encounter unknown or questionable AE?
- Answer:
- Clearly mark the items
- Place them on a pallet, if feasible
- Keep them separated from other AE
10. To prevent shifting while moving a pallet of AE, what must you do?
- Answer: Ensure the load is secured together.
11. What are the three prerequisites for using Material Handling Equipment (MHE)?
- Answer:
- Compliance with the MHE licensing program
- Completion of AE handling hazard training
- Review and signature of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
12. What type of magazine is classified as the standard magazine?
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