What should you do if a munition is recalled or withdrawn from service?

• A. Tag the munition as recalled but continue normal use.
• B. Remove it from service and dispose of it immediately without notification.
• C. Leave it in storage with other items.
• D. Segregate it, tag as recalled, notify the supervisor, and follow disposition procedures.

Answer: (D)

When a munition is recalled or withdrawn from service, the priority is to prevent any use and ensure proper disposition through the formal process. The best action is to segregate the item from other stock, tag it clearly as recalled, notify your supervisor or the appropriate authority, and follow the established disposition procedures. Segregation prevents accidental mixing with serviceable stock, and tagging communicates its status to anyone handling it. Notifying the supervisor activates the recall process and ensures accountability, while the disposition procedures provide the approved path for returning, demilitarizing, or properly disposing of the item.

Choosing to continue using a recalled munition, dispose of it without notification, or leave it in storage with other items ignores safety, accountability, and documented procedures, which can lead to accidents or regulatory violations.