Aviation Ordnanceman (AO) Strand Practice Test

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• Which section of the WAM deals with configuration?
• What system has stoppers for torpedoes?
• What is the purpose of two-person custody documentation for munitions?
• What should you do if a fire starts in an ordnance storage area?
• If tampering with ordnance is suspected, what action is required?
• Which volume contains adapters and latched?
• What is the purpose of the wire rope elevator on a ship?
• In the G2 Armory, what is the GunBoss's primary duty?
• How is access to ordnance areas controlled?
• Which organization is responsible for designing magazines and storage areas?
• Which term is NOT one of the 3M System components?
• How do you verify that a munition is authorized to be moved or handled in a given area?
• Which term describes a platform movement hazard caused by a load greater than the system can safely handle?
• What is the safe condition of a fuze?
• Name two essential PPE items when handling energetic components.
• What information must be included on munition markings and labels?
• Which term describes a platform movement hazard caused by a slack cable?
• Why is worker certification important in ordnance handling?
• What is the purpose of hazard warnings and caution labels on ordnance?
• Why is static electricity a concern with munitions, and how is it mitigated?
• What is conveyed by Hazard Class markings and how are they indicated on munitions?
• Elevators run on what motor?
• Storage spaces that are stowed below deck and, if possible, below the waterline correspond to which magazine?
• Which statement best captures the duties of a safety observer during ordnance handling?
• What is the importance of labeling accuracy in ordnance QA checks?
• Which Explosive Hazard Division corresponds to projectiles?
• What indicates that training and drills are effective?
• What measure designates a safe work zone around ordnance?
• Why is periodic training and drills important for ordnance safety?
• What is the correct interpretation of 'safe' in fuzed ordnance?
• Which of the following best describes the purpose of labeling ordnance containers?
• Who should be notified if a munition is damaged or leaking?
• What does 'hot work' mean around ordnance and why is it restricted?
• G-4 division is responsible for which program?
• Which trio constitutes the 3M System requirements?
• How often should ordnance safety training be refreshed?
• Why is fire protection important in ordnance magazines?
• What steps should you take if you encounter a damaged or leaking munition?
• Who is custodian of all magazines?
• On standard munition markings, which item is indicated along with Class/Division and UN number?
• What is an initiator in the context of ordnance?
• In the ammunition lot number, which part denotes the year?
• Role of the ordnance supervisor during arming or de-arming operations?
• What type of protective gear is typically required when dealing with ordnance in wet or fuel-contaminated environments?
• What division is responsible for stowing, unpacking, assembling, packing and delivering ordnance to hanger deck?
• What documentation governs the shipment and movement of ordnance on ships and bases?
• Which statement best represents a required safety action before handling ordnance?
• What are typical inspection points before issuing ordnance?
• The GunBoss must ensure that spaces are locked and secured in the G2 Armory.
• What is the purpose of a magazine in naval ordnance operations?
• Which elements are typically included in SOPs for arming or disarming missiles?
• How should ordnance handling equipment be maintained?
• Which precautions should be taken when moving ordnance inside a vessel?
• Which of the following is NOT used for tracking ordnance items?
• What sprinkler system is FD circuit?
• What are the general guidelines for handling pyrotechnics and signaling devices?
• Which task best describes the GunBoss duty in the G2 Armory?
• How do propellants differ from explosive fillers in ordnance?
• Which part of the ammunition lot number corresponds to the batch number?
• Which deck levels are served by hydraulic elevators?
• What is the purpose of QA (Ops) during ordnance evolutions?
• Which of the following best summarizes the typical PPE set for ordnance work in challenging environments?
• In fuzed ordnance, what does 'armed' indicate regarding the fuze?
• Which value is listed as a capacity for one of the lower stage elevators?
• What magazine is on the weather deck?
• What is the primary purpose of climate control in ordnance storage?
• Which component triggers heat sensing devices at 160 ± 3 °F?
• What are the three lower stage elevators?
• Hazard Class 1.1 is most associated with which hazard?
• Which factor is NOT a factor in securing an ordnance pallet for movement?
• What are static discharge precautions commonly employed in ordnance work?
• Which statement best defines a dud?
• What is the recommended practice when loading missiles or bombs onto a launcher rack?
• What is the recommended control for ignition sources around ordnance?
• What is the purpose of two-person custody documentation for munitions?
• What is the immediate safety action for a misfire?
• What are the three characteristics of a weapons elevator?
• What is the purpose of a mishap investigation in ordnance operations?
• Which role ensures spaces are locked and secured after hours?
• What does section 3 of WAM cover?
• What is the distinction between hazardous material and munitions in this context?
• Why is static electricity control important when handling ordnance?
• What is the role of the Ordnance Safety Officer (OSO) aboard a ship?
• Which statement about dunnage in ordnance transport is true?
• How are ordnance items tracked for accountability?
• What is a general principle for transporting ordnance within a ship or installation?
• Vol 2 covers which topic?
• What are the three branches of ordnance division?
• Why are clearance and permit-to-work systems used in ordnance tasks?
• Which mechanism helps prevent accidental arming of a munition during handling?
• Which term refers to a platform movement hazard that occurs when the movement exceeds its intended travel distance?
• What does a loading plan specify?
• In the G2 Armory, who is responsible for locking and securing spaces?
• Why is following approved handling routes important during ordnance movement?
• What manual covers producers?
• What should custody documentation include for a munition?
• What are the key considerations when securing an ordnance pallet for movement?
• What is the recommended practice for storing fuzes and initiators in relation to main explosive charges?
• Which division is responsible for tool control program?
• What level do hydraulic elevators service?
• What is the recommended post-misfire action sequence?
• Which item is a primary mission of the weapons department?
• Which manual covers approved handling equipment for weapons and explosives?
• In fuzed ordnance, what is the difference between a 'safe' condition and an 'armed' condition?
• Which section of the WAM covers the assembly and disassembly of practice bombs?
• Magazines are designated as what?
• What does the term safety stand-down refer to?
• What is the role of dunnage in ordnance transport?
• Why should fuze and initiators be stored away from main charges?
• Which statement best describes the function of propellants in ordnance?
• Who coordinates with the aviation unit commander to support the unit's mission and acts as gun boss?
• What is a common method to verify an ordnance container is sealed properly?
• Storing ordnance away from heat sources primarily helps prevent what?
• Who is responsible for ensuring weapon skids are accurate?
• How are incompatible items kept segregated in storage?
• Inspections of AWSE are accomplished by using which sections of NAVAIR 11-140-25?
• Who designs all magazines and storage areas?
• Who is responsible for insuring weapons skids are accurate?
• Which activity is a GunBoss expected to perform?
• During drills, what is a key safety practice for egress from ordnance handling areas?
• What is the process for demilitarization or disposal of unserviceable ordnance?
• What type of inspection ensures a munition is safe to handle?
• Which of the following describes the safety practices you must observe before handling any ordnance?
• What contains abbreviated procedures from an airborne WAM?
• Which concept refers to maintaining documentation and control of munitions from origin to destination?
• Which of the following is a lower stage elevator capacity?
• Why must ordnance be stored in designated magazines away from fuel and aircraft?
• What is the difference between 'live' and 'inert' ordnance?
• How does open storage differ from closed storage for ordnance?
• Describe a proper magazine stowage configuration for ordnance.
• How should discrepancies or non-conformances in ordnance be documented?
• Which manual covers airborne weapons handling equipment shipboard?
• Which environmental factors must be considered in ordnance storage?
• Which action best describes proper pre-movement checks on an ammunition container?
• Which division embarks on airwing personnel?
• What is the recommended approach to verify item identity before handling ordnance?
• What is the primary purpose of the Navy Ammunition Safety Program?
• What term describes unauthorized removal or interference with ordnance?
• What does the two-person integrity rule require in ordnance handling?
• What does the dunnage stowing system consist of?
• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a weapons elevator?
• Which feature of tamper-evident seals is most important for ordnance containers?
• What is the purpose of a 'Stop Work' authority in ordnance operations?
• What does segregation by hazard during storage aim to prevent?
• Who acts as the ships diving officer?
• What are fuzes, boosters, and initiators, and why must they be handled carefully?
• How many types of front matter are listed?
• What is the primary objective of the Aviation Ordnanceman safety program?
• Which combination best describes how shipping containers of ordnance should be secured for transit on a ship?
• Who is the administrative head?
• What is the purpose of tamper-evident indicators on ordnance?
• What is the purpose of a fire watch during ordnance operations?
• Who is responsible to the OHO for the safe air-wing operations on the flight deck?
• Which term best describes a device that initiates the main explosive event in ordnance?
• In magazine storage, what is required regarding ventilation?
• DODIC and NALC interchangeable terms?
• Which statement best describes the content of placards or container markings on ordnance?
• What temperature do heat sensing devices go off?
• Which statement best reflects climate-controlled storage for ordnance?
• In the 3M framework, which element focuses on keeping assets in working condition?
• Who supervises weapons department personnel?
• Who coordinates with the aviation unit commander to support the unit's mission and acts as gun boss?
• Name two major categories of ordnance components commonly found in naval ammunition.
• Which statement best describes the 3M framework?
• Which of the following describes the primary purpose of inventory control in ordnance operations?
• Why is compatibility checked between a missile's explosive filler and its warhead?
• In ordnance terminology, what is a detonator?
• What sprinkler alarm system is F circuit?
• What roles do Emergency Response Team members play in ordnance incidents?
• What does fire protection in ordnance magazines primarily reduce?
• UN numbers on munition markings are included when applicable. Which statement is correct?
• Who does magazine inspections ashore?
• What are the two volumes of NAVSEA OP 2173?
• Which term describes a platform movement hazard caused by motion faster than allowed?
• What is the purpose of isolating sensitive components during handling?
• The Service Storage 4 Divisions are NOT a valid set. Which option is NOT one of them?
• What are the 3M System requirements?
• When selecting lifting gear for ordnance handling, which considerations are primary?
• Which statement best describes the G-4 division's main responsibility?
• Which statement best describes when to use extinguishing agents during an ordnance fire?
• What is a magazine, and what is its purpose?
• Which item lists the illustrations in a document?
• Which of the following is a valid 3M System element?
• What action is required if a container shows signs of leakage?
• What does OHO stand for?
• What is the primary reason for segregating ordnance by hazard class during transport?
• Why is marking and labeling of ordnance containers critical?
• A one-time inspection to a weapon is issued in which bulletin?
• In the G2 Armory, what is the GunBoss's primary responsibility?
• What tag is used for defective elevators?
• Who monitors training program?
• How is 'live' ordnance different from a 'dud'?
• What are common aging concerns for ammunition?
• What are the five parts of ammunition lot #?
• Why is maintaining a safe clearance distance around live ordnance essential during movement?
• What effect do temperature and humidity have on ordnance storage?
• What constitutes a misfire in small-arms ammunition handling?
• In the 3M framework, which element refers to upkeep of equipment?
• How do 1.1 and 1.4 hazard classifications differ in risk and handling requirements?
• Where is the magazine located on the weather deck?
• Which activity is the other primary mission of the weapons department?
• Which entity is typically responsible for authorizing demilitarization or disposal of unserviceable ordnance?
• What should be checked on an ammunition container before movement?
• What types of documents accompany munition to track its movement?
• What should area authorization for handling ordnance include?
• What are the two branches of the logistics division?
• What must be completed before releasing munitions to a ship's armory?
• What is a one time change to a weapon?
• How should empty casings and spent rounds be handled and disposed of?
• What is the general process for disposing of unserviceable ordnance?
• What is a loading plan used for in ordnance operations?
• In a G2 Armory security protocol, which role is responsible for locking spaces?
• Why is mishap reporting essential after an ordnance incident?
• Which items are included in munition markings?
• What is the purpose of joint inspections of munitions before movement?
• Beyond visual inspection, which check is performed to determine if a munition is safe to handle?
• What is the role of a safety observer during ordnance handling?
• What is typically included in an ordnance hand receipt?
• What sprinkler alarm system is FH circuit?
• Why is maintaining separation between incompatible items critical?
• Which of the following best describes the purpose of segregating ordnance by hazard?
• What is section 9 of WAM?
• Which two roles share responsibility for ordnance safety on ships?
• Why is inventory control important in ordnance operations?
• Which volume contains loads and trucks?
• Which statement best describes hazard classification 1.4?
• What prevents hazards from occurring inadvertently during operations?
• What does demilitarization accomplish for ordnance?
• Destructive inspection is best described as?
• The wire rope elevator transfers weapons between which decks?
• How many types of platform movement hazards are listed?
• What is the purpose of locking devices and seal numbers on munition containers?
• What is risk assessment in ordnance operations?