Ammunition and Explosives: Improved Controls and Accountability at Fort Bragg
NSIAD-87-44BR
Published: Nov 13, 1986. Publicly Released: Nov 13, 1986.
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Highlights
In response to a congressional request, GAO reviewed ammunition and explosives (A&E) management at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, to determine: (1) the impact of the Army's revised regulations on A&E management; and (2) the reasons for the continued A&E losses at the facility.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Office of the Secretary of the Army | The Secretary of the Army should continue to reevaluate whether Army commands are using inert devices, especially for C-4 explosives and mines, to the maximum extent practical for training purposes. |
Closed – Implemented
The revised standard in the Training Commission Program was published in DA Pamphlet 350-30, July 1, 1987, effective October 1, 1987.
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| Fort Bragg, NC | To improve accountability and controls over A&E, Fort Bragg should: (1) increase inspections on the Fort to instill in personnel the need for strict adherence to Army regulations regarding control and accountability for A&E; and (2) administer penalties to individuals found to have unauthorized ammunition or explosives immediately after training. |
Closed – Implemented
A Provost Marshall increased inspections to 2 each month during fiscal year 1987. In addition to physical security checks, the Directorate of Logistics conducted an average of 37 inspections per month for compliance with safety, security, and accountability procedures. These will be increased by 20 percent.
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AmmunitionArmy facilitiesArmy suppliesEquipment managementExplosivesInventory control systemsLarcenyPersonnel managementTraining utilizationMilitary forces