Pyro

Question 1

Installed Life(CAD’s)

Answer 1

period of time a CAD is allowed to be used after its hermetically sealed container is open.

Question 2

Shelf Life(CAD’s)

Answer 2

based off date of manufacturer.

Question 3

DD 1348-1A

Answer 3

transfer of CAD’s from one unit to another requires the receiving unit to fill in this form.

Question 4

operating CAD’s will be ordered by __________ and ________ before the date they are needed.

Answer 4

tail number & 14 days.

• units are authorized to maintain a small number of spare CAD’s for emergency replacement.
• all military CAD’s will be accounted for and reported via Ammunition Transaction Reports(ATR)

Question 5

MK-79 (MOD 0 & 2)

Answer 5

• 7 x MK80’s (aggregate weight = 4 1/2g)
• 1 x MK31(bandoleer)
• duration: 4.5 sec
• distance: 250-650 ft.
• candlepower: 12,000
• 48in. long cord attached to bandoleer.

**the cartridge may be removed only after waiting AT LEAST 30 seconds after the last attempt at firing to eliminate the possibility of a misfire.**

Question 6

MK-124 (MOD 0)

Answer 6

• 45 degree angle when firing
• duration: 20 sec.
• candlepower: 3,600(NIGHT END)
• visibility: 8 miles(NIGHT END) 1/2 miles(DAY END)

(TQ): apprx. weight: 7.60 ounces (NAVSEA SW050) P.57

Question 7

MK-25 (MOD 4)

Answer 7

• yellow flame w/ white smoke
• contains 744g of pyrotechnic candle(red phosphorous)
• (TQ) aggregate weight: 28 ounces
• duration: 13.5 - 18.5 min.
• TO ARM: fully depress 0.3 in. using 18lbs of force
• MK’er container: 3 x 0.013in. diameter flood holes to ensure MK’er will sink within 3-12 hours after water impact OR 1-3 hours after ignition.

Question 8

MK-58 (MOD 0)

Answer 8

• yellow flame w/ white smoke
• aggregate weight: 4lbs and 13 1/2 ounces
• (TQ) duration: 40-60 min.

**once armed, MK 58 must be used**

(TQ) Polystyrene container, two(2) MK58’s to the contrainer. A filled container weighs apprx. 28 lbs (NAVSEA SW050) P.265

Question 9

(PYRO) to prevent false sighting reports….

Answer 9

unit’s OPCON shall send a Notice To Mariners(NTM) within 24 hours in advance stating the:

1. time
2. place
3. pyro device being used.

Question 10

(PYRO) monthly visual inspection

Answer 10

• two persons
• the Periodic Lot Report(PLR) may be completed.

Question 11

(PYRO) weekly visual inspection

Answer 11

• one person
• MK 124: protective caps in place. Flares free of dents, bulging, and corrosion(light surface corrosion shall be cleaned with a dry soft cloth)
• MK 79: verify integrity of threads with an expended MK 80. one drop of light lubrication oil shall be applied to the MK 31(bandoleer) firing pin spring assemble as req’d.

(ORDNANCE TTP):

• Wipe non-water activated pyro with a moist clean cloth to remove salt & sand residues
• Wipe water-activated pyro with dry, clean cloth.

Question 12

pyrotechnic storage

Answer 12

• vegitation within 50ft. of any PES(potential explosive site) shall be maintained at a height of no more than 18in. to create a firebreak, except where topography or other physical characteristics make this impossible.
• front wall clearance of 2ft. shall be maintained
• keep stacks 6in. off the walls and ceiling.
• where possible, pyro should be separated by:
  1. Type
  2. Color
  3. Lot #

Question 13

When transferring pyro what should not be used?

Answer 13

plastic bed liners because it can produce static electricity.

Question 14

pyro logbooks

Answer 14

• kept in bound books
• start & end dates on outside of book
• black or blue ink
• hand written in ink - shall be retained aboard for a minimum of 3 years

(ORDNANCE TTP): Ensure the log’s front cover has the following informations:

1. Type of log
2. Unit name
3. “FOUO”
4. Log start and end dates

Question 15

monthly inventory of pyro

Answer 15

• taken as close to the first day of the month as practical
• interval between monthly inventories shall be not less than 23 nor more than 35 calendar days.

Question 16

(PYRO) authorized unaccompanied access

Answer 16

• designated in writing by the CO/OIC
• list shall be posted inside the small arms storage facility/space.

Question 17

(PYRO) unauthorized access

Answer 17

• request permission, in writing, from the CO/OIC.
• escorted, at all times, by an individual authorized unaccompanied access to that space.

Question 18

pyro keys

Answer 18

• shall be maintained separate from other keys
• shall be stored in a locker container as specified in the Physical Security and Force Protection Program.

Question 19

(PYRO) procedures for missing/stolen items

Answer 19

1. preliminary “quick look” (1-2 hours maximum)
2. if not found within 4 hours, report missing or suspected stolen items to:
   - local police dept.
   - county sheriff or police
   - District (cc) both OPCON & ADCON
   - District (cc) shall notify Area (cc) and COMDT (cc) within 12 hours of discovery of the missing pyro.
3. send message within 12 hours of discovering the missing pyro.

Question 20

(PYRO) unexploded ordnance

Answer 20

any unexploded ordnance is considered to be Hazardous Electromagnetic Radiation on Ordnance(HERO) susceptible. Observe HERO safety precautions by not transmitting on radios, transmitting radars or using cell phones within 500ft. of unexploded item.

Question 21

any pyrotechnic malfunction or incident shall be reported….

Answer 21

….Conventional Ordnance Discrepancy Report(CODR)

Question 22

(PYRO) when dealing with maintaining the vegetation surrounding the PES (potential explosive site) weed killing agents w/large amounts of _______ _________ should be avoided.

Answer 22

Oxidizing Compounds

ie. chlorates

Question 23

(PYRO) a posted symbol should be situated so it is visible during daylight from a distance of ________ feet.

Answer 23

500 feet

Question 24

(PYRO) Exit Doors

Answer 24

All exit doors shall be so marked and shall be unobstructed at all times.

• exit doors in buildings containing explosives , except storage magazines, shall be:
  1) hollow metal doors
  2) 3ft. wide
  3) 6ft. 8in. high
  4) quick opening “panic” hardware

Question 25

(NAVSEA OP 5) what is the most important factor in prevention of fire?

Answer 25

Cleanliness

Question 26

(NAVSEA OP 5) what storage code is used for pyro?

Answer 26

Group C (contains white phosphorous)

Question 27

(PYRO) how is the LOT # _AMC 85 D 018 124 B_ read?

Answer 27

_AMC 85 D 018 124 B_ **AMC** = manufacturer **85** = year **D** = month **018** = LOT index # **124** = LOT sequence # **B** = ammunition LOT suffix

Question 28

Recovery of MK58 & MK25's. (CGTTP\_3-30.2A\_Ordnance\_TTP) P.93

Answer 28

- MK58's & MK25's contain phosphorous. When these items dry, any residual phosphorous ignites when exposed to air. Wet phosphorous is relatively stable, so keep the item wet. - Once recovered, keep the item outside and submerged in water until EOD can retrieve the item for disposal.

Question 29

(PYRO) Emergency Jettison at Sea (CGTTP\_3-30.2A\_Ordnance\_TTP) P.90

Answer 29

- Jettison at least 12 nautical miles (NM) from land in water depth of 500 fathoms. - 1 Fathom = 6 feet(apprx. 1.8m)

Question 30

Pyrotechnic Storage (CGTTP\_3-30.2A\_Ordnance\_TTP) P.77

Answer 30

- Because SAR vests and boat boxes carry pyrotechnic items, they tend to retain moisture. Wipe down or air-dry pyrotechnics before securing in a ready service locker or magazine. Lack of air movement in the RSL or magazine accelerates pyrotechnic deterioration. Never store pyrotechnics in berthing areas. - The Coast Guard follows the “first-in, first-out” policy for expending munitions items.

Question 31

(PYRO) Temperature Recording (CGTTP\_3-30.2A\_Ordnance\_TTP) P.77

Answer 31

- The majority of munitions items in the naval inventory can withstand high temperatures in the range of 130 to 160 degrees Fahrenheit. - Record in RED ink temperatures that exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Question 32

(PYRO) Key and Lock Control (Physical Security and Force Protection Program) CIM\_5530\_1C P.65

Answer 32

When keys are not in use, they shall be secured in repository containers of at _least 20-gauge steel or material of equivalent strength._ Key repositories shall be attached to the structure to prevent easy removal and located in buildings or rooms with structural features which forestall illegal entry. Key repositories shall be located so that they are under the surveillance of operating personnel during duty hours. During non-duty hours, the building shall be locked with both locksets and deadbolts of commercial grade. Deadbolts shall have a minimum of an one-inch throw.

Question 33

(PYRO) Access Control ## Footnote (Physical Security and Force Protection Program) CIM\_5530\_1C P. 85

Answer 33

- Routine or unaccompanied access shall be limited to the least number of responsible persons designated by the commanding officer. **- (TQ)The names and positions of these persons shall be designated in writing by the commanding officer and posted inside the arms storage area.**

Question 34

(PYRO) Levels of Threat (Physical Security and Force Protection Program) CIM\_5530\_1C P. 122

Answer 34

1. Low 2. Moderate 3. Significant 4. High

Question 35

(ORDNANCE TTP) Ordnance Safety Inspection (OSI)

Answer 35

* *one month before* inspection, units conduct self-assessment using current Ashore/Afoat OSI/OTI check sheet. Units submit their completed OSI self-assessment to the inspection team *no less than 14 days* before inspection team arrival. * Units must provide a letter *within 60 days* from the date on their OSI/OTI report to the inspection team's command stating the status of corrections. * keep reports for *3 years.* _Re-inspection:_ re-inspecting units with major discrepancies is within 90 days to verify their compliance with standards.

Question 36

(ORDNANCE TTP) Condition Code (C/C) How many RFI condition codes are there for munitions?

Answer 36

**Three** A - Issue without qualification B - Issue with qualification C - Priority issue

Question 37

(ORDNANCE TTP) Periodic Lot Report (PLR)

Answer 37

* PLRs are monthly reports of ammunition on hand by ALN condition code, and amount * OIS users have the PLR information pulled automatically from their database by NAVSUP ammo by the 8th of each month.

Question 38

(ORDNANCE TTP) The Coast Guard follows the "\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_" policy for expending munitions items.

Answer 38

"first in, first out"

Question 39

(ORDNANCE TTP) how many categories of munitions inspections are there?

Answer 39

1. Periodic: Completed weekly and monthly 2. Serviceability: 3. Sentencing: Completed when receiving munitions from another Unit.

Question 40

(ORDNANCE TTP) who do you contact to requisition military CAD's?

Answer 40

1. The CAD Virtual Fleet Support (VFS) website 2. 1-877-4CADPAD phone number