DoDM 4715.26 CH3 Flashcards
What does the MR define regarding WMM?
Special requirements for the management of WMM and minimum standards for managing hazardous WMM in the United States
Under what conditions do military munitions become WMM?
When they are a regulatory solid waste, as defined in the MR
Are all WMM considered hazardous WMM?
No, not all WMM are hazardous WMM as defined in RCRA
What should DoD environmental managers do before declaring WMM as hazardous?
Carefully apply applicable federal, State, interstate, or local waste management requirements
What can authorized States establish regarding hazardous waste management?
More stringent requirements than those within the MR
Who should installation or responsible activity commanders contact for compliance requirements?
Their environmental staff or counsel
Do the criteria for determining when military munitions become solid waste apply to all DoD Components?
Yes, regardless of a State’s or territory’s adoption of the MR or other applicable WMM standards
What must DoD Components engaged in retrograde of military munitions determine?
Whether the retrogrades must comply with the requirements found in Part 262 of Title 40, CFR
Does this issuance apply to munitions responses?
No, but parts or all of the MR may be used in analyzing and determining management procedures for munitions responses
What act is associated with the management procedures for munitions responses?
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (Sections 9601 through 9675 of Title 42, U.S.C.)
What must DoD Components do regarding military munitions?
Properly handle and store military munitions
What standards must be followed to manage the potential for harm to human health and the environment?
DoD DESR 6055.09 standards
These standards focus on explosives safety and environmental protection.
What document ensures safeguards are applied to protect military munitions?
DoDM 5100.76
This document addresses loss, damage, misuse, and unauthorized access to military munitions.
What must DoD Components manage WMM in accordance with?
The MR, this issuance, and other applicable federal, State, interstate, and local requirements
MR refers to Munitions Rule which integrates multiple management principles.
What should DoD Components do if there is a conflict between DESR 6055.09 standards and other requirements?
Comply with DESR 6055.09 standards
They must also continue to meet applicable State or local WMM requirements that do not affect explosives safety.
Who must consult for conflict resolution regarding WMM management?
Installation or responsible activity commanders
They should consult with their chain of command and appropriate regulatory agencies.
What does the MR integrate?
Environmental protection, munitions management, and explosives safety
This integration is crucial for effective WMM management.
What is the purpose of the DDA disposition process?
Minimize the generation of WMM
It includes proactive resource recovery and recycling (R3) processes.
Who appoints the DoD DDA?
The Secretary of the Army, as the DoD SMCA
This appointment must be in writing.
What is the role of the DoD-level DDA?
Coordinate actions with the DoD Component DDAs
They have waste designation authority for the demilitarization account.
How many DDAs must each Military Service appoint?
At least one DDA
This is to ensure effective management of munitions responsibilities.
What is important for consistent WMM management?
Coordination within a given State or territory
This helps ensure effective management and compliance.
What is the supply condition code assigned to track WMM?
V
Who must provide EOD personnel in support of an explosives or munitions emergency?
DoD Components
True or False: EOD personnel must fully comply with RCRA requirements during an explosives or munitions emergency response.
False
What must DoD Components require for personnel handling or managing WMM?
Appropriate training on the MR and applicable WMM management requirements
What types of evaluations may include assessments for compliance with the MR?
- DDESB explosives safety program evaluations
- DoD Component explosives safety inspections
- Logistics management reviews
- Environmental compliance evaluations
What is the first step to determine if the MR regulates an item?
Consider whether the item is a military munition as defined in the Glossary
Fill in the blank: Military munitions, including raw explosives, rejected during manufacturing, renovation, or RDT&E processes remain _______.
military munitions
When do munitions manufactured for DoD become military munitions?
When a DoD Component’s representative accepts them by signing official documentation
What should contract provisions identify regarding military munitions?
The specific point at which a DoD Component accepts ownership
What is the term used for the management of military munitions that fail to meet specifications?
Rejected military munitions
What may the EPA and States conduct to assess compliance with applicable requirements?
Separate inspections
True or False: WMM transporters must be trained on applicable provisions of the Defense Transportation Regulation.
True
What does RDT&E stand for?
Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation
What type of items may result from the manufacturing, RDT&E, and renovation processes?
- Rejects
- Residues
What is the role of DoD Components during an explosives or munitions emergency?
Provide EOD personnel when requested by military authorities
What are munitions rejects or residues that are not military munitions?
Munitions rejects or residues produced incidental to manufacturing, RDT&E, or renovation processes
Examples include wastewater or sludge from munitions production processes.
Are rejects or residues that are not military munitions subject to any regulations?
Yes, they must be evaluated for federal, State, interstate, or local wastewater, solid waste, or hazardous waste management requirements.
What is the status of foreign munitions acquired by DoD Components?
They are military munitions subject to the MR and applicable federal, State, interstate, or local WMM management requirements
This applies when acquired for national defense, intelligence, or other purposes.
What is required for DoD activities conducting operations with foreign forces in the U.S.?
They must ensure that foreign-owned munitions are retrograded with the foreign units.
Are foreign munitions used by foreign forces within the U.S. considered military munitions?
No, they are not considered military munitions and may be subject to Section 2692 of Title 10, U.S.C.
What should happen to foreign military munitions remaining on DoD installations after operations?
They will be managed as military munitions pending retrograde.
When should ownership of foreign munitions be resolved?
Before the conclusion of live-fire training or testing.
What is the procedure if munitions or explosives recovered through an amnesty program are determined to be military munitions?
They will be managed in accordance with the MR and applicable WMM management requirements.
What applies if recovered munitions are determined not to be military munitions?
They will be managed pursuant to applicable hazardous or solid waste requirements.
What standards will apply in the management of munitions from an amnesty program?
DESR 6055.09 standards will apply.
What does the DoD manage waste chemical munitions and agents in accordance with?
The MR, this issuance, and other applicable federal, State, interstate, or local WMM management requirements
MR refers to the Management Regulation for waste materials.
What are waste chemical munitions and agents classified as?
WMM (Waste Management Materials)
WMM includes hazardous waste and requires specific management protocols.
What is required for the storage of waste chemical munitions and agents?
Must be stored or accumulated pursuant to DESR 6055.09
DESR 6055.09 outlines safety and environmental requirements for storage.
What parts of Title 40, CFR must waste chemical munitions and agents storage meet?
Parts 264 and 265 and Subparts I, J, DD, or EE
These parts regulate hazardous waste management.
Is the conditional exemption (CE) for storage authorized for waste chemical munitions and agents?
No
CE storage is only available for conventional explosive components after separation from chemical munitions.
What regulations govern the transportation of waste chemical munitions and agents?
Defense Transportation Regulation 4500.9-R and DESR 6055.09
These regulations ensure safe and compliant transportation of hazardous materials.
What must DoD Components ensure when transporting waste chemical munitions and agents off-site?
Compliance with hazardous waste transportation requirements of Part 263 of Title 40, CFR
State or local WMM transportation requirements must also be considered.
Is the conditional exemption (CE) for WMM transportation applicable to waste chemical munitions and agents?
No
CE transportation is only applicable to conventional explosive components after separation.
What additional requirements may apply to the management of waste chemical munitions and agents?
Federal, State, interstate, or local requirements
These can vary based on jurisdiction and specific circumstances.
What are commercial munitions and explosives defined as?
Items that may or may not be military munitions
Their classification depends on usage and management control.
What regulations must be followed if commercial munitions and explosives are under DoD control?
DoDD 6055.09E, DESR 6055.09, DoDM 5100.76, and applicable federal, State, interstate, or local requirements
These regulations govern the safety and management of munitions.
When do commercial munitions and explosives become military munitions?
When acquired for use by DoD Components for national defense and security purposes
They then fall under military management regulations.
What does DoD policy prohibit regarding non-DoD owned munitions and explosives?
Storing, treating, or disposing of them without specific authorization
This is outlined in Section 2692 of Title 10, U.S.C.
Under what conditions may DoD Components temporarily store unused commercial munitions or explosives?
In limited circumstances in accordance with Section 2692 of Title 10, U.S.C. and applicable DoD Component policies
This typically involves items confiscated by law enforcement.
What must a Dod Component require when storing commercial munitions or explosives?
An agreement addressing management for the entire period of DoD possession and stating the requesting agency is responsible for final disposition.
This ensures accountability and compliance with regulations during the storage period.
What are some items excluded from the definition of military munitions?
Wholly inert items, nuclear components of nuclear weapons, improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Devices designed to simulate IEDs for training may be classified as military munitions.
When are military munitions not considered Waste Management Materials (WMM)?
When they are in active inventory, war reserve stocks, Resource Recovery and Disposition Account, used for training, RDT&E, destroyed on range, or subjected to material recovery activities.
Such scenarios indicate the intended use of munitions rather than waste management.
True or False: Military training with military munitions is subject to federal waste management requirements.
False.
Military training that meets approved requirements is exempt from waste management regulations.
What is the significance of propellant destruction during military training?
Unused propellant or charge increments present explosive hazards and require safe management and destruction, which is part of training.
This ensures readiness and safety during operations.
Fill in the blank: EOD personnel require proficiency training in the _______ of military munitions.
emergency destruction and combat disposal.
This training is crucial for handling unserviceable munitions safely.
Where can military training involving munitions be conducted?
On EOD, test and evaluation, military training ranges, or OB/OD facilities with hazardous waste permits.
Compliance with applicable requirements is essential during these activities.
What is the role of the requesting agency concerning the storage of commercial munitions?
Responsible for final disposition of such munitions.
This responsibility includes ensuring safe and compliant disposal after storage.
What are military munitions recovered for testing or evaluation classified as?
Not WMM and not subject to waste management requirements until testing or evaluation is complete
WMM stands for Waste Military Munitions.
Are the use, recovery, collection, transport, and storage of military munitions for testing subject to waste management requirements?
No, they constitute the use of munitions for their intended purpose
This includes activities like surveillance function testing and quality control.
When do military munitions that malfunction or misfire become WMM?
When they cannot be repaired or reused
Malfunctioning munitions taken off an operational range for evaluation or repair are not WMM.
What procedures will DoD Components follow for range clearance activities?
Sustainable range management procedures in DoDI 3200.16
These procedures direct the safe use of operational ranges.
Are range clearance activities conducted to destroy military munitions considered waste management?
No, they are not waste management
This includes activities like destruction in place or collection and destruction elsewhere.
What types of military munitions recovery during range clearance are not subject to waste management requirements?
Unexploded ordnance (UXO), munitions debris, and residue from RDT&E operations
RDT&E stands for Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation.
What happens to military munitions that land off range if not promptly recovered?
They become WMM
Prompt recovery is crucial to avoid classification as waste.
Are unused military munitions and their components being processed for R3 considered WMM?
Generally, they are not WMM subject to waste management requirements
R3 stands for Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
What activities related to military munitions disassembly or reconfiguration are not subject to waste management requirements?
Recovering usable components or reconfiguring munitions to a usable state
Such activities are considered R3.
What happens to fired munitions on ranges that are no longer operational?
They do not become WMM and should not be classified as Solid Waste Management Units in hazardous waste permits.
Former military ranges should not be identified as Solid Waste Management Units as the munitions were used for their intended purpose.
What are unused military munitions?
Munitions that have not been fired, dropped, launched, projected, placed, or otherwise used.
Examples include munitions stored in the active inventory or issued but not used.
When do unused military munitions become WMM?
When they are abandoned under specific conditions.
Conditions are outlined in Paragraph 3.4(b).
What constitutes abandonment of unused military munitions?
Disposal, burning, detonation (unless intended use), incineration, or treatment before disposal.
Examples include land filling or OB/OD for hazardous waste treatment.
When do buried military munitions become WMM?
At the time of burial if buried for disposal.
Buried munitions designed for emplacement (e.g., mines) are not WMM unless buried for disposal.
Can unused military munitions that are recovered become WMM?
Not automatically; intent to abandon must be clear.
For example, a munition left on an operational range is not automatically WMM.
What should be done if unused military munitions are deemed unsafe for transport?
Address them as an explosives or munitions emergency.
This is detailed in Paragraph 3.9.
What is the role of the DoD Components regarding potentially abandoned military munitions?
They will evaluate whether to classify the munition as WMM or return it to the DoD stockpile.
Evaluation should occur at the nearest appropriate DoD Component’s installation ASP.
What happens to unused military munitions when they are removed from storage for disposal or treatment?
They become Waste Military Munitions (WMM) and must be managed as such by DoD Components.
This is known as the Magazine Door Rule.
What designation do damaged or deteriorated military munitions receive?
They are designated as WMM by a Designated Disposal Authority (DDA).
If they cannot be made serviceable or recycled for other purposes.
What should be done if damaged military munitions pose a potential explosive hazard?
They must be managed in accordance with explosives or munitions emergency response procedures.
Refer to Paragraph 3.9 for detailed procedures.
What is an Urgent Notice of Ammunition Reclassification (NAR)?
It is a notice requiring treatment of specific military munitions within 60 days to prevent safety hazards.
Munitions identified on urgent NARs become WMM immediately when the NAR is issued.
Who has the authority to designate munitions material as WMM within the DoD?
Designated Disposal Authorities (DDAs) are Authorized Military Officials (AMOs) with this authority.
This is stated in Paragraph 3.6.a. (1).
Are all Waste Military Munitions (WMM) considered hazardous waste?
No, not all WMM are hazardous waste; determination should be based on applicable waste management requirements.
This includes federal, state, interstate, or local regulations.
Under what conditions do used military munitions become WMM?
Used munitions become WMM when transported off an operational range or site of use for reclamation, treatment, or disposal.
They do not become WMM if transported for evaluation, testing, or repair.
What happens if used military munitions are transported for evaluation, testing, or repair?
They are not considered WMM but may become WMM if they cannot be repaired or reused after the evaluation or testing.
If they are transported during an emergency response, they may be exempt from hazardous waste management.
What applies during an explosives or munitions emergency response regarding the transport of munitions?
The provisions of Paragraph 3.9 apply, and emergency response actions may be exempt from hazardous waste management requirements.
This applies when EOD must transport a munition for safe destruction.
What does WMM stand for?
WMM stands for Used Military Munitions.
What is prohibited regarding the burial of used military munitions?
Burial of used military munitions as a field-expedient means of disposal or to avoid normal turn-in procedures is strictly prohibited.
Under what condition can used or unused munitions be covered with earth?
Used or unused munitions can be covered with earth to control fragments and noise during authorized destruction by detonation.
What happens to military munitions that land off an operational range?
They become WMM if the DoD Components do not promptly render them safe or retrieve them.
What immediate actions must the DoD Component take after being notified of a used military munition landing off an operational range?
The DoD Component must locate the munition and respond to imminent and substantial threats associated with any remaining material.
What types of responses may be included for a military munition that has landed off-range?
- Explosives or munitions emergency response
- On-site destruction
- On-site application of render-safe procedures
- Recovery for immediate emergency destruction or temporary storage
What record must be maintained for a military munition that has landed off an operational range?
The record must include the date of landing, type and quantity of munitions, location, response actions taken, and nature of any remaining threat.
What information should be included in the record regarding the nature of any remaining threat?
An estimate of how long the threat will remain, exposed populations at risk, and provisions for site security.
True or False: All WMM are considered hazardous waste.
False.
What is required to determine if WMM is hazardous waste?
Careful application of applicable federal, State, interstate, or local waste management requirements.
What are the basic principles of managing used military munitions?
Limit the quantity of used munitions accumulated and the amount of time they are retained. Do not commingle used military munitions and non-munition materials.
How should used military munitions encountered outside DoD’s logistics management systems be managed?
They should be managed as UXO until assessed by technically qualified personnel.
What are the requirements for scrap metal obtained from used military munitions?
Must comply with DoDI 4140.62 and applicable federal, State, interstate, and local requirements.
What exemptions apply to scrap metal from used military munitions being recycled?
Exempt from RCRA regulatory hazardous waste management requirements pursuant to Sections 261.6(a)(3)(i1) and 261.4(a)(13) of Title 40, CFR.
What does demilitarization of used military munitions entail?
Must be performed pursuant to Volume 3 of DoD 4160.28-M and applicable item-specific technical guidance.
Do demilitarization activities constitute waste treatment?
No, demilitarization activities do not constitute waste treatment.
What disposition procedures must DoD Components follow for used military munitions?
Follow the disposition procedures in DoD Manual 4160.21.
What should be addressed in test and evaluation plans for experimental military munitions?
Disposition of experimental military munitions remaining after demonstrations, tests, or evaluations.
Why is early consultation with the appropriate DoD Component DDA important?
To help determine disposition alternatives for experimental military munitions.
What type of data should be provided to facilitate proper waste management?
Data such as chemical characterization of munitions constituents (MC).
What must host installations and responsible activities require regarding excess materials?
Excess or remaining materials must not be allowed to accumulate.
What are the types of military munitions within DDA’s management authority?
Unused military munitions that are excess to DoD’s needs, unused military munitions that are obsolete, unused recovered military munitions when intent to abandon is not clear, unused munitions that are unserviceable or identified in an urgent NAR, and used military munitions determined safe to transport off an operational range.
Refer to Paragraph 3.4.b for abandoned munitions and Paragraph 3.4.b.(3) for urgent NAR procedures.
What is considered WMM?
Unused military munitions excess to needs, obsolete munitions, unserviceable munitions, and used munitions that may become WMM after evaluation.
Used military munitions like misfires may become WMM after evaluation per DDA’s determination.
What is the first evaluation factor DDAs must consider when determining disposition?
Safety, including packaging and transportation issues.
This includes munitions that are not DoD hazard classified.
What considerations should DDAs make regarding Other Uses?
Opportunities for beneficial use or reuse, such as foreign military sales, training, or RDT&E.
Transfers outside DoD control must comply with DoDIs 2030.08 and 2040.02, and U.S. export laws.
What does R3 stand for in the context of military munitions?
Reuse, Recycling, and Recovery.
Some States consider unused military munitions undergoing R3 to be WMM.
What is the fourth evaluation factor DDAs must consider?
Treatment and Disposal, including the availability and location of appropriate facilities.
This is critical for ensuring munitions are disposed of properly.
Fill in the blank: Unused military munitions that are _______ and will not meet the DoD’s needs are included in DDA’s management authority.
obsolete
True or False: Used military munitions are always considered WMM.
False
Used military munitions can only become WMM after evaluation.
What document outlines the procedures for military munitions management?
DoDM 4715.26
This document was last updated on April 25, 2017, with a change on June 18, 2019.
What happens to military munitions upon removal from storage for treatment?
They become WMM on the date of their removal for treatment
This follows the Magazine Door Rule pursuant to Paragraph 3.4.b. (2)
Which form is used to reclassify military munitions to supply condition code V?
DD Form 1348-1A
Available at https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/forms/dd/dd13481a.pdf
When does the DDA designate damaged or deteriorated military munitions as WMM?
On the date they determine the munitions cannot be put into serviceable condition
This includes if they cannot be recycled or used for other purposes
Who determines when all other military munitions are classified as WMM?
The DDA
What must the DDA’s disposition instructions include for military munitions transported off-site for hazardous waste treatment?
They must:
* Designate the facility for treatment
* Identify the date by which shipment must occur
* List the receiving installation’s POC
What type of facilities can DDAs direct local hazardous waste treatment to?
RCRA-permitted or interim status treatment facilities
These facilities must be authorized to treat the WMM
What can installations do if hazardous waste treatment cannot occur within the time directed by the DDA?
They may request an extension from the DDA and, if necessary, the appropriate regulatory authority
Fill in the blank: The DDA’s disposition instructions identify the _______ by which shipment of military munitions must occur.
[date]
True or False: The DDA can direct hazardous waste treatment to any installation regardless of its status.
False
What is the purpose of the DDA Disposition Process?
To provide condition-specific procedures for certain situations
What must DoD Component military munitions custodians conduct for damaged or deteriorated munitions?
A preliminary visual evaluation or a more in-depth surveillance.
This evaluation must report conditions to the item manager, inventory management official, or the DDA as per DoD Component-specific procedures.
What should be done if munitions cannot be returned to serviceable condition?
Coordinate with and request disposition instructions from the appropriate DDA.
This coordination is required from the item manager or inventory management official.
What procedures must be followed if military munitions pose a potential immediate explosive hazard?
Manage the munitions using explosives or munitions emergency response procedures.
These procedures are detailed in Paragraph 3.9.
When do military munitions become hazardous WMM?
Upon issuance of an urgent NAR requiring treatment within 60 days.
The NAR states that after 60 days, the munition is unsafe for storage, transportation, or handling.
Who must coordinate urgent NAR development and issuance?
Item or inventory managers, quality assurance specialists, or other qualified munitions personnel.
Coordination must be with the applicable DoD Component DDAs.
What must DoD Component installations do after receiving an urgent NAR?
Immediately request DDA disposition instructions.
WMM affected by urgent NAR should be prioritized for hazardous waste treatment or disposal.
What if hazardous waste treatment cannot be conducted within the time directed in the urgent NAR?
Manage the items using explosives or munitions emergency response procedures.
This applies if the WMM are deemed unsafe to transport.
What should be done if the urgent NAR affects military munitions onboard a vessel?
Follow shipboard procedures as described in applicable DoD Component regulations or instructions.
This ensures compliance with specific operational protocols.
What must be requested when recovering unused military munitions?
Disposition instructions from the applicable DoD Component DDA.
Additional criteria are provided for situations where recovered unused munitions are not addressed as part of a munitions response.
How should unused military munitions that have been buried or abandoned with intent to dispose be managed?
As WMM, following DDA disposition instructions.
No treatment or disposal should occur unless EOD personnel declare an explosives or munitions emergency.
What should be done if munitions are determined safe to transport and store?
Evaluate them at the nearest DoD Component installation capable of making the evaluation.
Qualified munitions custodians will determine the serviceability and condition of the munitions pursuant to applicable item-specific technical guidance.
Who manages the munitions using the disposition process?
The DoD Component.
This is described in Paragraph 3.6.d.
What can DDAs do if the original WMM determination was made in error?
Reclassify or remove the WMM designation.
Reclassification is necessary to prevent economic waste or allow beneficial use of the munitions.
What must DDAs do when reclassifying munitions?
Coordinate with users, appropriate DoD environmental managers, and item managers.
This ensures military munitions can be removed from waste management systems and reclassified with the appropriate supply condition code.
What should be documented when DDAs remove previous WMM designations?
The facts and rationale for the reclassification decision.
Under what circumstances can the DoD Components temporarily store non-military munitions?
Pursuant to Section 2692 of Title 10, U.S.C.
The agreement for storage must indicate that the requesting agency is responsible for final disposition.
How must misfired military munitions be classified?
With an appropriate condition code after evaluation.
Depending on classification actions, a DDA disposition request may be necessary.
What is the difference between misfires and hangfires?
Hangfires may fully function after an initial delay, while misfires do not.
For missiles, an emergency response is required when the pre-firing sequence has been initiated but the missile does not launch.
How are hangfires managed by the DoD Components?
As explosives or munitions emergency responses without DDA involvement.
Fill in the blank: Misfired military munitions transported off an operational range for repair, reuse, or evaluation are not _______.
WMM.
What is the primary responsibility of DoD Components regarding experimental military munitions?
Manage experimental military munitions and residues after RDT&E operations.
RDT&E stands for Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation.
What must installations maintain to manage experimental military munitions residue?
Characterization data and hazard classification documentation.
This documentation is crucial for minimizing uncharacterized Waste Military Munitions (WMM) generation.
What must installations identify when requesting DDA disposition instructions for hazardous WMM?
Permit restrictions that may limit their capacity to treat particular hazardous WMM items.
Examples include risk-based limits for metals.
What authority can DDAs exercise for RDT&E operations?
Issue a single, blanket, or wide-spectrum disposition instruction.
This helps preclude the necessity for multiple disposition requests.
Who must RDT&E personnel coordinate with to ensure compliance with permit conditions for WMM treatment?
Environmental management staff.
Coordination is essential for compliance with applicable permit conditions.
What must installations require regarding items until final disposition?
All items must be accounted for and tracked.
This ensures proper management and accountability of military munitions.
What responsibility do DoD Component contracting officers assign to contractors regarding waste?
Assume responsibility to manage waste generated under the contract.
This applies during military munitions production, manufacturing, and modification processes.
In compliance with what must DoD contractors manage waste generated under contract?
Applicable laws and regulations and the terms of the contract.
This includes waste management on property not accountable by a DoD Component.
What is the DoD’s stance on assuming control of waste from contractors?
The DoD Components will not assume control of waste, including WMM, from contractors.
The DoD may provide advice and technical assistance upon request.
Who should contracting officers contact for advice on waste management?
Contracting officers or their technical representatives should contact the applicable DDA for advice.
This is specifically for environmentally sound and safe disposition of WMM generated during munitions production.
What can contracting officers do if a contract does not impose waste management obligations?
They may modify a contract to require the contractor to determine and implement best practices for waste management.
This includes reducing and limiting waste to the maximum extent practicable.
Who retains responsibility for determining best practices for waste management?
The contractor retains responsibility for determining these best practices and for effectively managing their production waste.
What situations are outside DDA authority regarding WMM determinations?
DDAs have no authority to make WMM determination decisions for situations outside their authority but will assist in certain cases.
This includes assigning supply condition code V and determining proper disposition of WMM.
In what situations can unused military munitions be addressed without prior DDA approval?
Only in explosives or munitions emergencies can unused military munitions be addressed without prior DDA approval.
Who is authorized to respond to explosives or munitions emergencies?
Only EOD personnel or personnel specifically authorized by the Secretary of a Military Department or a delegated representative are authorized.
When do used military munitions become WMM?
Used military munitions become WMM when transported off operational ranges or from another site of use.
What must be done with used and unused military munitions that were abandoned?
They are classified as WMM and must be managed accordingly.
What happens to used military munitions that land off an operational range?
They become WMM if not promptly recovered or rendered safe.
Who is responsible for rejects or residues from contractor operations?
The contractor is responsible for all rejects or residues, including waste management decisions.
What must contractors comply with when conducting operations involving military munitions on DoD property?
Contractors must comply with all requirements pertaining to military munitions, including Title 40, CFR, DoD policies, and applicable laws.
True or False: The DoD Components will direct waste management activities by a contractor.
False
When is WMM determined to be hazardous waste?
WMM is determined to be hazardous when it meets requirements specified in RCRA hazardous waste management regulations or other applicable regulations.
What sections of Title 42, U.S.C. must hazardous WMM be managed in accordance with?
Sections 6921 through 6939 of Title 42, U.S.C.
Fill in the blank: The DoD Components will limit access to installations managing WMM to _______.
[appropriately trained and authorized personnel]
Who qualifies as appropriately trained and authorized personnel for accessing WMM management activities?
Federal, State, and local environmental regulatory agency personnel who have been briefed on explosive safety concerns.
What is the role of DDAs in relation to waste generated during military munitions production?
DDAs assist in determining the most environmentally compliant disposition for waste.
What happens if a contractor is not operating on DoD property?
The DoD Components will not assume responsibility or issue directions related to the contractor’s waste management activities.
What do the DoD Components compel compliance with during contractor operations?
DoD safety standards and applicable laws or regulations.
What are the consequences if a contractor fails to manage WMM according to regulations?
The DoD Components may intervene to protect DoD property and ensure compliance.
What is required from every installation and responsible activity under Subtitle C of RCRA?
Determine whether solid waste generated is a hazardous waste and how much hazardous waste is generated.
What determines the generator’s size category?
Monthly generation quantities of hazardous waste.
Where should installations and responsible activities refer to determine their generator size category?
Part 262 of Title 40, CFR and other applicable State, interstate, or local hazardous waste management requirements.
What does not apply to WMM that are managed under CE for transportation and storage?
Generator requirements.
What is the responsibility of installations and responsible activities regarding WMM generated from RDT&E activities?
Determine whether it is hazardous waste.
Who directs that applicable installations and responsible activities receive timely data for hazardous waste determination?
Acquisition program executive offices, program managers, and test and evaluation managers.
Are WMM transporters subject to RCRA requirements during explosives or munitions emergencies?
No.
What is WMM transporters exempt from when transporting hazardous waste within or along the border of an installation?
The requirement to use a hazardous waste manifest.
Under what conditions are WMM transporters conditionally exempt from RCRA hazardous waste requirements?
Conditions established in Paragraph 3.7.c. (2).
What is the CE for hazardous WMM transportation based on?
The MR and its implementation by States along the planned shipment route.
Fill in the blank: Generator requirements do not apply to WMM that are determined to be hazardous and are managed under _______.
[CE]
True or False: WMM transporters must always use a hazardous waste manifest for transportation.
False.
What must the application demonstrate regarding the violation?
The application should provide a satisfactory explanation of the violation’s circumstances and demonstrate that the violation is not likely to recur.
How should the installation send the application for reinstatement of CE for the WMM shipment?
By certified mail and retain proof of receipt by the regulatory agency.
What may the regulatory authority do upon receiving the reinstatement application?
Reinstate CE for transport of the WMM or add additional requirements as a condition for reinstating the CE.
What happens if the regulatory authority does not act on the reinstatement application within 60 days?
The installation should consider reinstatement, retroactive to the date of the application, granted.
What should the installation inform the regulatory authority if it does not receive a response?
That it did not receive a response to its application and that it considers CE to have been retroactively reinstated for the shipment.
What may the applicable regulatory authority do regarding the automatic reinstatement of CE?
Terminate the automatic reinstatement of CE for this shipment.
Does the CE apply to the shipping activity or unit?
No, it applies to specific WMM shipments only.
What is required for off-site transportation of WMM not shipped pursuant to CE?
Compliance with all applicable federal, State, interstate, and local hazardous waste transportation requirements.
What is required for on-site transportation of WMM?
EPA Form 8700.22 is not required for transportation on a public or private right-of-way within or along the border of an installation.
What classification is required for transporting military munitions?
Proper hazard classification as defined in Joint Technical Bulletin 700-2/Naval Sea Systems Command Instruction 8020 8C/Air Force Technical Order 11A-1-47.
What must be complied with when transporting material documented as an explosive hazard?
Compliance with DoDI 4140.62.
What standards must all WMM be stored in accordance with?
DoD explosives safety standards as endorsed by the MR.
Fill in the blank: WMM must be stored in accordance with _______.
[DESR 6055.09]
