What can happen to used munitions that are transported off-range?

When used munitions are transported off-range, they are typically sent for destruction. This process is vital for ensuring safety and compliance with environmental regulations. Handling and transporting used munitions carries inherent risks, including unexploded ordnance and potential contamination. Therefore, it's essential to manage these materials properly to mitigate hazards and avoid accidents.

Sending used munitions for destruction ensures that they are disposed of in a controlled and safe manner, adhering to regulations that govern explosive materials and hazardous waste. This helps maintain safety for personnel, the environment, and the community.

In contrast, other options such as reutilizing them for training or redistributing them to units could create additional risks, as these munitions may not be safe for further use. Storing them in military vaults also does not align with proper disposal processes for used munitions. Thus, the policy emphasizes destruction as the most responsible and safe course of action for used munitions off-range.