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Which component is primarily responsible for initiating an explosive train?
A. Booster
B. Detonator
C. Fuse
D. Container
✔️✔️ B. Detonator
What is the safest action when encountering an unidentified munition?
A. Move it to a safe place
B. Ignore it
C. Report and avoid it
D. Open it carefully
✔️✔️ C. Report and avoid it
What color is commonly used to identify high explosives?
A. Blue
B. Green
C. Yellow
D. Red
✔️✔️ C. Yellow
Which storage principle ensures explosives are kept at safe distances?
A. Compatibility grouping
B. Quantity-distance
C. Rotation
D. Labeling
✔️✔️ B. Quantity-distance
What is the purpose of a fuse in ammunition?
A. To store energy
B. To detonate at a specific time or condition
C. To cool explosives
D. To protect packaging
✔️✔️ B. To detonate at a specific time or condition
Which hazard class includes explosives?
A. Class 1
B. Class 2
C. Class 3
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,D. Class 4
✔️✔️ A. Class 1
What should you do before entering an ammunition storage area?
A. Smoke outside
B. Remove all ignition sources
C. Bring tools
D. Open containers
✔️✔️ B. Remove all ignition sources
What does UXO stand for?
A. Unknown explosive object
B. Unexploded ordnance
C. Unused explosive option
D. Universal explosive order
✔️✔️ B. Unexploded ordnance
Which item is most sensitive to shock?
A. Propellant
B. Primary explosive
C. Packaging
D. Metal casing
✔️✔️ B. Primary explosive
What is the main risk of static electricity near explosives?
A. Corrosion
B. Ignition
C. Noise
D. Weight increase
✔️✔️ B. Ignition
Which marking indicates compatibility group?
A. Letter
B. Number
C. Color stripe
D. Shape
✔️✔️ A. Letter
What should be done if ammunition packaging is damaged?
A. Use it immediately
B. Report and isolate
C. Ignore it
D. Burn it
✔️✔️ B. Report and isolate
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,Which factor most affects explosive stability?
A. Color
B. Temperature
C. Shape
D. Size
✔️✔️ B. Temperature
What is the function of a booster?
A. Reduce explosion
B. Amplify detonation
C. Store ammunition
D. Cool explosives
✔️✔️ B. Amplify detonation
Which symbol indicates explosive hazard?
A. Flame
B. Skull
C. Exploding bomb
D. Star
✔️✔️ C. Exploding bomb
What should you do if you hear hissing from ammunition?
A. Approach slowly
B. Investigate closely
C. Evacuate immediately
D. Shake it
✔️✔️ C. Evacuate immediately
What is the safest way to transport explosives?
A. Loose in a truck
B. In approved containers
C. In pockets
D. Open boxes
✔️✔️ B. In approved containers
Which condition increases risk of accidental detonation?
A. Cool storage
B. Proper labeling
C. Friction and impact
D. Distance
✔️✔️ C. Friction and impact
What is meant by compatibility group?
A. Weight category
B. Storage grouping based on hazard
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, C. Color code
D. Manufacturer
✔️✔️ B. Storage grouping based on hazard
What is the first step in explosive safety?
A. Handling
B. Identification
C. Storage
D. Disposal
✔️✔️ B. Identification
Which item reduces risk of static discharge?
A. Plastic gloves
B. Grounding equipment
C. Paper bags
D. Rubber shoes only
✔️✔️ B. Grounding equipment
What does a red label typically warn?
A. Safe to handle
B. Fire hazard
C. Medical supplies
D. Food items
✔️✔️ B. Fire hazard
What should never be done with ammunition?
A. Inspect it
B. Drop or mishandle it
C. Label it
D. Store it
✔️✔️ B. Drop or mishandle it
Which environment is safest for storing explosives?
A. Hot and humid
B. Cool and dry
C. Wet
D. Open air
✔️✔️ B. Cool and dry
What is the role of personal protective equipment (PPE)?
A. Increase speed
B. Reduce risk of injury
C. Improve storage
D. Label items
✔️✔️ B. Reduce risk of injury
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