Defense Ammunition Center

Description: This course satisfies mandatory training requirements for the certification of personnel engaged in A&E operations, specifically personnel responsible for the preparation or review of SOPs, as prescribed by DoDI 5160.68, AR 385-10, and DA PAM 385-64, as well as DA Interns enrolled in Quality Assurance Specialist, Ammunition Surveillance (QASAS) Career Program (CP)-20 or Ammunition Management CP-33 as prescribed by AR 690-950. This course provides a comprehensive review of regulations governing the risk management process, as well as technical training in applying risk management principles, conducting hazard analyses, and developing SOPs for A&E operations. Students will receive hands-on training in developing an SOP for an actual A&E operation using drawings, scenarios, and current DoD, DA, and local guidance.

Audience: Personnel engaged in the planning, maintenance, inspection, supervision, storage, and shipment of A&E, specifically personnel responsible for the preparation or review of SOPs as prescribed by DoDI 5160.68, AR 385-10, and DA PAM 385-64 a as well as DA Fellows enrolled in Quality Assurance Specialist, Ammunition Surveillance (QASAS) Career Program (CP)-20 or Ammunition Management CP-33 as prescribed by AR 690-950.

Length: 2 Weeks.

Special Information: Students are required to bring safety shoes and clothing suitable for participating in a one-day A&E facility review.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Topics:

• Risk Management Guidance
• Risk Management Process
• Hazard Analysis for AE Operations
• Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Developing SOPs for AE Operations

The IACET Standard: DAC has been approved by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) as an Authorized Provider of Continuing Education Units (CEUs). In obtaining this accreditation, the Defense Ammunition Center has demonstrated that it complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard which is recognized internationally as a standard of good practice. The DAC awards 7.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) on the course certificate for successful completion of this course.