Munitions on a range are considered WMM only when they are?

Munitions on a range are classified as WMM (Waste Military Munitions) when they are picked up for treatment and disposal. This classification occurs because once munitions are removed from active use and are in a state of being managed for proper treatment or disposal, they meet the criteria for being considered waste.

WMM regulations are focused on ensuring that any munitions which are no longer needed for training, operational purposes, or testing are handled correctly to prevent environmental contamination and ensure safety. The act of picking up the munitions for treatment signifies a shift in their status, moving them from potentially active or useful munitions to waste that requires careful management.

In contrast, munitions that are still used during training or stored at an approved facility do not meet the criteria for being classified as WMM, as they remain under control and are considered for potential future use. Transporting for testing also doesn't qualify munitions as WMM, since they are being actively evaluated and are not deemed waste at that point.