EO colours and marking Flashcards
What is a NATO stock number ?
Uniform method of identification of defence related stores.
What four groups of characeristics that make up an NSN?
1310-00-992-0451
1310 - NSC
00-992-0451 - NIIN
00 - Country of Manufacture
992-0451 = Part Number
What are the four parts of naming designation?
Basic name
Modifiers
Additional modifiers
Model number
What is a TSN?
Five character number which identifies EO
What is an ASN?
Five character Prefix which utilises the TSN
Two character suffix which denotes
-Model Number
-Packaging method
What is HD 1.1?
BLAST - Ammunition which presents a mass explosion hazard, produce severe structural damage
What is HD 1.2?
PROJECTION EFFECTS -Contains ammunition which has a projection hazard but not a mass explosion hazard
What is HD 1.2.1?
Ammunition that contains a high explosive charge and may also contain a propelling or pyrotechnic charge.
Individual NEQ greater than 0.73kg.
What is HD 1.2.2?
Ammunition that contains a high explosive charge and may also contain a propelling or pyrotechnic charge.
Individual NEQ equal to or less than 0.73kg.
What is HD 1.3?
FIRE AND RADIANT HEAT - Ammunition which has a fire hazard and either a minor blast hazard or a minor projection hazard or both, but not a mass explosion hazard
What is HD 1.3.3?
Producing a mass fire effect
What is HD 1.3.4?
Not producing a mass fire effect
What is HD 1.4?
NO SIGNIFICANT HAZARD - Contains ammunition with only a moderate fire hazard which will not contribute excessively to the fire
What is HD 1.5?
BLAST - Contains ammunition which although potentially mass
explosive, very insensitive
What is HD 1.6?
FIRE AND RADIANT HEAT -Contains extremely insensitive articles which do not present a mass detonation hazard
What are the external packages?
Wooden or metal outer packages
Removable inner package
What are the mandatory outer package markings
UN Number
HCC Label
Proper Shipping Name
Quantity
Service nomenclature
Stock Number (NSN)
Lot/Serial Number details
Net Explosive Quantity for the package
Volume and gross weight
Operational abbreviation
Contents label unless elsewhere on package
FRACTION Label
First Issue Label (EO102)
DG Subsidiary Risk Label
Exposed time expired date
Define a LOT
A lot is a discrete quantity of EO or components that are as homogeneous as possible and under similar conditions of use may be expected to give uniform performance.
Define a BATCH
A batch is a discrete quantity of EO that is assembled from two or more lotted components and under similar conditions of use, may be expected to give uniform performance.
What is the current system of Batching Australia uses for the manufacture of ammunition?
1969 Batching System
Ammunition can be formed into local lots providing the ammunition is serviceable, what else must be assured?
- Each Local Lot is confined to nature, type and mark or model
- Quantity is not to exceed normal production Lot qty
- It is certain that no existing restriction applies
What are the identifiers of the old US lot number?
What is the purpose of marking projectiles? 5 things
Provide manufacturing and filling details
Issue of the correct nature and type
Clearly identify the nature, type and function
Provide information for storage and transport
By basic colour or finish, protection against corrosion and damage
How can you identify the difference between a “Lot” and a “Batch” on EO packaging?
The Batch will be underlined
What is compatibility group A
Primary Explosive substance
What is compatibility group B
- Article containing a primary explosive substance
- Not containing two or more safety features
(Detonators)
What is compatibility group C
- Propellant or deflagrating explosive substance
(Charge Bags)
What is compatibility group D
- Secondary explosive substance (or article containing)
- Without its own means of initiation
- Without a propelling charge
or - Article containing a primary explosive substance
- Contains two or more safety features
(Dem Stores)
What is compatibility group E
- Article containing a secondary explosive substance
- Without means of initiation
- With a propelling charge
(Jav, RBS70, 66mm RKT)
What is compatibility group F
- Article containing a secondary explosive substance
- With its own means of initiation,
- With or without a propelling charge
(excluding flammable or hypergolic liquids)
(Grenades)
What is compatibility group G
- A pyrotechnic substance
- Or article containing a pyrotechnic substance,
- Or article containing both an explosive substance and an illuminating, incendiary lachrymatory or smoke producing substance
(Flares or Smoke)
What is compatibility group H
- An article containing an explosive substance + WP
What is compatibility group J
- An article containing an explosive substance + a flammable liquid or gel
(J for ‘J’el)
What is compatibility group K
- An article containing an explosive substance + a toxic chemical agent
(K for ‘K’em)
What is compatibility group L
- Explosive substance presenting a special risk / needing isolation
(due to Water activation or Hypergolic liquids)
(?)
What is compatibility group N
- Articles containing only extremely insensitive explosive substances
(N for ‘N’sensitive)
What is compatibility group S
- Accidental functioning confined within the package unless that package has been degraded by fire
(SAA)
When was the UN system for classification of EO and NATO safety principles for storage adopted by Australia ?
1981
What two components make up a HCC ?
HD + CG
What are the 9 DG Classes ?
1 - Explosives
2 - Gases
3 - Flammable Liquids
4 - Flammable Solids
5 - Oxidising
6 - Poisonous and Infectious Substances
7 - Radioactive Substances
8 - Corrosive Substances
9 - Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances
what are the 7 exceptions to colour coding?
Sporting ammunition
Liquid propellants
Experimental ammunition
Display models
Cased or uncased propelling charges
Commercial explosives
Components and demolition accessories
(SLED CCC)
What is the purpose of package markings? 5 things
-To ensure quick correct and sufficient identification of contents
-To provide all necessary details to assist inspection
-Identify EO that is faulty / suspended
-To facilitate the issue of the correct nature and type of EO
-To provide sufficient information for storage and transport
What are the following condition codes?
S - SR - SX - R - RR - RX - N - P
S - Serviceable
SR - Serviceable Restricted
SX - Serviceable Not In Service
R - Repairable
RR - Repairable Resitrcted
RX - Repairable Not In Service
N - Not Repairable
P - Pending
What do the following ammunition marking colors mean ?
Grey - Dark Green - Violet - Black - Light Green - Chrome
Grey - Ammunition containing a riot control, toxic chem or incapacitating filler.
Dark Green - Toxic Chemical Agent
Violet - Incapacitating agent
Black - Armour defeating
Light Green - Screening or marking smoke
Chrome - Dummy SAA
What country do the suffixes “L” , “M” , “F” refer to
L=UK
M= USA
F= AUS
What number is the LOT and what number is the Batch?
Understand these symbols.
What are the methods of identification for ammunition?
Permanent markings
Overall body colour
Wide band or disc identifying primary role
Narrow band for hazard
What is the aim of Lotting/Batching?
Identify a quantity of EO which should give uniform performance
Reduce manufactures risk of large scale rejection or warranty claims
Facilitate the tracing, ID and withdrawal of EO that is life expired or gives unsatisfactory performance
Identify a definite quantity for results of surveillance can be representative
Facilitate establishment records
