AMMO HANDELING EQUIPMENT

Question 1

1. What publication is used for Material Handling Equipment (MHE)?

Answer 1

1. NAVSEA SW023-AH-WHM-010 which then refers you to NAVSUP P-538

Question 2

2. What publication is used for Ordnance Handling Equipment (OHE)?

Answer 2

2. S9086-XG-STM-010 ; NSTM 700

Question 3

3. What flag must be flown on board ships while conducting Ammunition Operations?

Answer 3

3. Bravo (Solid Red Flag)

Question 4

4. What is the most common type of Forklift Truck?

Answer 4

4. The most common forklift truck is the standard forklift truck, Type EE, code 1370.

Question 5

5. What are the characteristics of Ammunition Cargo Mats?

Answer 5

5. A closely woven mat having no opening or mesh. The mat is constructed of 3-inch coil, which is a coconut husk fiber rope. Available in 6 square foot or 4 square foot sizes.

Question 6

6. What is a Mk 108 Mod 1?

Answer 6

6. A security pallet crate.

Question 7

7. What is a Mk 11 Mod 1 used for and what type of ammunition uses it?

Answer 7

7. A pallet adapter for projectiles. (5”)

Question 8

8. How much ammunition can a Mk 11 handle?

Answer 8

8. 12 projectiles

Question 9

9. What is a Mk 16 Mod 0 used for, what kind of ammunition uses it, and how much ammo can it handle?

Answer 9

9. Is a complete pallet adapter consisting of a top frame, rear frame, and front frame. Handles 39 5”/54 Cal cartridge tanks.

Question 10

10. What must happen if I drop a projectile 5 feet or more?

Answer 10

10. Should be set aside, tagged, and turned in to an ammunition activity at the first opportunity – or dumped in deep water – at the discretion of the CO.

Question 11

11. What must happen if I drop a (loaded) powder tank 5 feet or more?

Answer 11

11. The tank and its contents should be set aside, carefully marked, and turned in to an ammunition activity at the first opportunity – or dumped in deep water – at the discretion of the CO.

Question 12

12. What is the Mk 45 Mod 2 (regarding Ammunition Handling Equipment; not the GWS)?

Answer 12

12. The Mk 45 Hand lift Truck

Question 13

13. How much load can a Mk45 Mod 2 handle?

Answer 13

13. 3000 pounds

Question 14

14. What is the primary cause of small arms ammunition mishaps and accidents?

Answer 14

14. Inadvertent and improper use. Also, carelessness.

Question 15

15. How many ammunition slings are typically used by the Navy and what are the Marks?

Answer 15

15. Most common are the Mk’s 85, 86, 87, and 100. See NAVSEA OP-2173 volumes 1 and 2 for more info.

Question 16

16. What publication can I utilize to find out more about ammunition slings?

Answer 16

16. NAVSEA OP-2173 Volumes 1 and 2.

Question 17

17. If any OHE is found to be defected, what do I do?

Answer 17

17. Report to WCS (or LPO / LCPO if you are the WCS). Shall be tagged and removed from service, repaired or replaced, and tested IAW NAVSEA SW023-AH-WHM-010 Section 6-8.

Question 18

18. If I am on a ship, am I allowed to wire-on a metal tag to OHE? Where is the exact reference regarding this question to back up your answer?

Answer 18

18. No; IAW NAVSEA SG420-AP-MMA-010 Page 2-7-L.

Question 19

19. Where can I find information regarding ammunition sling weight testing?

Answer 19

19. NAVSEA SG420-AP-MMA-010.

Question 20

20. What NAVSUP PUB is used regarding MHE inspection, maintenance, and testing?

Answer 20

20. P-538

Question 21

21. What is a Kingpost used for?

Answer 21

Torpedoes.

Question 22

22. What instruction tells me how much of each kind of MHE-OHE am I supposed to have on board?

Answer 22

22. NAVSEAINST 10490.2F PORTABLE ORDNANCE HANDLING EQUIPMENT ALLOWANCES FOR COMBATANT SHIPS (CG 68).