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IMPROPERLY STORED MUNITIONS

SAFETY ALERT SAFETY ALERT. SAFETY ALERT SAFETY ALERT. IMPROPER PACKAGING OF MUNITIONS CAN HAVE CATASTROPHIC EFFECTS. DESTROYED ARMAG. CJTF PALADIN DSN : 318-449-6849.

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IMPROPERLY STORED MUNITIONS

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  1. SAFETY ALERT SAFETY ALERT SAFETY ALERT SAFETY ALERT IMPROPER PACKAGING OF MUNITIONS CAN HAVE CATASTROPHIC EFFECTS DESTROYED ARMAG CJTF PALADIN DSN : 318-449-6849 An accident occurred at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Zangabad, Afghanistan on 13 November 2012; killing one Soldier and injured two others, when an ARMAG exploded after ordnance was improperly stored. An improperly packed and stored signal flare ignited, and resulting in a fire and explosion. Prior to Returning the Flare to Storage: 1. Removed firing cap from the primer end of the flare to prevent the primer from being struck. 2. Properly package the flare in its proper shipping container • Always -- Follow Proper Ammumition Storage Procedures: • Follow approved regulations, SOPs, procedures, OPORDs, AINs and Safety Alert • Messages, etc. • Train to recognize the dangers and hazards associated with Ammunition and Explosives. • Ensure inhabited areas are as far away from storage locations as possible. • Ensure proper placards and MSDS are posted. • Do not exceed NEW capacity on storage containers. • Ensure heat- or flame-producing items are not stored within 50 ft. • Maintain fire-fighting equipment on-hand. • Follow scheduled inspections of storage areas for serviceability of munitions. • DA 385-64 provides guidance on Ammunition Storage Safety. IMPROPERLY STORED MUNITIONS WHEN IN DOUBT: CALL EOD – The Ammunition and Explosive Experts

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