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Earth Covered Magazine Construction: Explosive Storage Facilities

Guide to quality requirements for earth covered magazine (ECM) construction for explosive storage including structural requirements and protective measures.

ECM construction requires specialized quality control.

Structural Requirements

ECMs must withstand internal detonation and provide fragment protection.

  • Reinforced concrete requirements
  • Earth cover specifications
  • Door and ventilation systems
  • Lightning protection
  • Drainage systems

Conclusion

Applicable Standards

DESR 6055.09NATO AASTP-1

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