MIL-STD-398 Shields, Operational For Ammunition Operations, Criteria For Design Of And Tests For AcceptanceThis standard establishes minimum design criteria and test methods for acceptance of operational shields developed to protect personnel and assets from accidental or intentional detonation of explosives during ammunition surveillance, maintenance, modification, renovation and demilitarization operations or ammunition loading operations as defined in paragraph V1.E9.3.1.1 of DoDM 6055.09-M.

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MIL-STD-398A

METHOD 201

5.1.3  All major explosive components should be fused separately, to insure simultaneous detonation or deflagration, in order to simulate the maximum credible potential incident, unless otherwise directed in an approved test plan.

5.1.4  Function explosives.

5.2  Post-test procedure.

5.2.1  Examine the interior and exterior of the shield for evidence of fragments.  Photograph the shield to document test results.

5.2.2  Examine shield for movement, overturning, or structural deflections which could have resulted in personnel injury.

5.2.3  Shields designed for intentional detonation shall be examined for damage and an estimate made as to ability of the shield to remain operational as specified in the design criteria.

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