Attachment 4 - AFI 36-2654 - 17 Apr 20.pdf

BY ORDER OF THE

SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE

AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 36-2654

17 APRIL 2020

Personnel

COMBAT ARMS PROGRAM

COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY

ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available for downloading or ordering on the e-

Publishing website at www.e-Publishing.af.mil.

RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication.

OPR: AF/A4SF

Supersedes: AFI36-2654, 13 January 2016

Certified by: SAF/MR

(Mr. John A. Fedrigo)

Pages: 139

This instruction implements AFPD 36-26, Total Force Development and Management. It supports Air

Force Instruction (AFI) 31-117, Arming and Use of Force by Air Force Personnel. This instruction describes how to plan, conduct, administer, evaluate and manage the USAF Combat Arms Program.

The program develops individual and crew-served ground-weapons skills. Use this instruction with

AFMAN 36-2655, USAF Small Arms and Light Weapons Qualification Programs. In collaboration with the Chief of Air Force Reserve (AF/RE) and the Director of the Air National Guard (NGB/CF), the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection (AF/A4S) develops policy for the Air Force Combat Arms Program. This publication requires the collection and or maintenance of information protected by the Privacy Act of 1974. The authorities to collect and or maintain the records prescribed in this publication are Title 10 U.S.C. 9013, Secretary of the Air Force; delegation by; Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5200.02, DoD Personnel Security Program (PSP); 10

U.S.C. 9831, Custody of Departmental Records and Property; AFI 33-332, Air Force Privacy and

Civil Liberties Program; and Executive Order 9397 (SSN), as amended, Numbering System For

Federal Accounts Relating To Individual Persons. Forms affected by the Privacy Act have an appropriate Privacy Act statement. The applicable Privacy Act System Notice is F032 AF CE G, Automated Civil Engineer System Records (June 23, 2011, 76, FR, 36903) available at https://dpcld.defense.gov/privacy/SORNS.aspx. Ensure all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition

Schedule located in the Air Force Records Information Management System. This publication may be supplemented at any level; all major command (MAJCOM) level supplements must be approved by the Human Resource Management Strategic Board prior to certification and approval. The authorities to waive wing/unit level requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier (“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/ https://dpcld.defense.gov/privacy/SORNS.aspx

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3”) number following the compliance statement. See AFI 33-360, Publications and Forms

Management, for a description of the authorities associated with the Tier numbers. See paragraph

1.10. of this publication for specific waiver instructions. Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Air Force Directorate of Security Forces, Training and Force Development

Division, AF/A4SF, 1030 Air Force Pentagon Suite 5E1040, Washington DC 20330-1030, using AF

Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF Forms 847 from the field through the appropriate functional’s chain of command. This publication applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard (ANG). The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the Air Force.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

This document is substantially revised and needs to be completely reviewed. Major changes include, the addition of a requirement for arming group B personnel postured against a deployable

(DW-coded) Unit Type Code position to complete small arms qualification training every 36 months, creation of a new arming group C and qualification training on the M4 Carbine for Air Force accessions. It also includes new guidance for applicability of the policies in this instruction to the Air

Force Small Arms Depot in Chapter 8. This revision also adds guidance for weapons qualification extensions. Note: All references to the Security Forces Management Information System have been replaced with the Automated Readiness Information System (ARIS).

Chapter 1—Roles and Responsibilities. 7

1.1. Headquarters United States Air Force (USAF), Deputy Chief of Staff (DCS) for

Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Director of Security Forces

(AF/A4S) will:

1.2. Headquarters USAF, DCS for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Director of Civil Engineers (AF/A4C) will:

1.3. Headquarters USAF, DCS for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Director of Logistics (AF/A4L) will:

1.4. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)

1.5. Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Small Arms Program Office, Air Force

Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC)/EBRMW will:

1.6. Air Education and Training Command (AETC) will:

1.7. MAJCOM Security Forces (MAJCOM SF) Division Chief will:

1.8. Installation Commander will:

1.9. Installation Support Agencies:

1.10. Waiver Requests for This Publication (AFI 36-2654)

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Chapter 2—COMBAT ARMS SECTION MANAGEMENT AND USAF RANGE

OPERATIONS 21

2.1. Purpose:

2.2. Combat Arms Section Management:

2.3. USAF Range Use:

2.4. Range Safety:

2.5. Live-Fire Procedures:

Figure 2.1. Range Commands

2.6. Range Safety Inspections:

2.7. Range Maintenance:

2.8. Range Closures:

2.9. Range Design and Support Facilities Criteria:

2.10. Facility Certification:

2.11. Range Status Reporting Requirements:

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3.1. Purpose:

3.2. Combat Arms Training Requirements:

3.3. Instructor Evaluations:

3.4. Weapons Maintenance Evaluations:

3.5. Documentation of Evaluations:

3.6. Firearms Qualification:

3.7. Combat Arms Proficiency Training:

3.8. Safety and Health Training:

Chapter 4—FIREARMS TRAINING PROCEDURES AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT 50

4.1. Purpose:

4.2. Classroom Procedures:

4.3. Assistant Instructors:

Table 4.1. Minimum Instructor to Student Requirements/Ratios (T-1)

4.4. Instructor Skill Level:

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Table 4.2. Instructor Skill Level (T-1)

4.5. Weapons Safety:

4.6. Lesson Plans:

4.7. Training Aids:

4.8. SA/LW Cleaning Procedures:

4.9. Student Evaluations:

4.10. Student Critique:

4.11. Documentation of Training:

Figure 4.1. AF Form 710, ARIS Version

Figure 4.2. AF Form 522, ARIS Version

Chapter 5—WEAPONS TRAINING 60

5.1. Purpose:

5.2. General Requirements:

5.3. Individual Equipment Requirements:

5.4. Weapon Qualification:

5.5. Arming Groups and Qualification Frequencies:

5.6. Firearms Training Programs:

5.7. Handgun Orientation Training:

5.8. Rifle Orientation Training:

5.9. Initial Firearms Live-Fire Qualification:

5.10. Recurring Qualification Training:

5.11. Remedial Firearms Training:

5.12. Overseas Firearms Qualification Information:

5.13. Pre-Deployment Firearms Qualification Training Requirements:

5.14. Virtual Training Systems (VTS):

5.15. Firearms Qualifications for Air Force Personnel Assigned to Other Services:

5.16. Pre-Deployment Qualification Training by Other Services:

5.17. Weapons Training by other than Air Force Combat Arms Personnel:

5.18. Unit Live-Fire Proficiency/Sustainment Training:

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5.19. Firearms Competitions/Courses:

5.20. Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (SAEMR):

5.21. Non-Lethal Munitions Qualification with Firearms:

5.22. Blank Fire, Close Combat Mission Capability Kit (CCMCK) Fire and Exercises:

5.23. Deviations:

5.24. General Exceptions:

5.25. General Deviations:

5.26. Installation-Level Deviations:

5.27. Firearms Qualification Extensions

5.28. AF/A4SF Deviations:

Chapter 6—WEAPONS MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION AND CONFIGURATION 83

6.1. Purpose and Program Overview:

6.2. SA/LW Modifications:

6.3. Specific Weapons Maintenance, Inspection and Configuration Responsibilities: ... 85

6.4. SA/LW Categories and Storage Definitions:

6.5. Levels of Firearms Maintenance:

6.6. Procedures for Maintenance of Unserviceable Weapons:

6.7. Inspection of Weapons:

6.8. Packaging Weapons:

6.9. Support Agreements (Weapons Maintenance Support):

Chapter 7—CLOSE COMBAT MISSION CAPABILITY KIT (CCMCK) TRAINING 95

7.1. Overview

7.2. Background

7.3. System Description

7.4. Employment of CCMCK Training

7.5. Implementation of CCMCK Training

7.6. CCMCK Training and Exercise Safety

7.7. Care of Small Arms, CCMCK Conversion Kits and Protective Equipment

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7.8. Training/Exercise Safety

Chapter 8—AIR FORCE SMALL ARMS DEPOT (AFSAD) 102

8.1. AFSAD Requirements

Table 8.1. Applicability of AFI 36-2654 Requirements to AFSAD

Attachment 1—GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 114

Attachment 2—RISK MANAGEMENT EVALUATION OF EXISTING RANGE

FACILITIES 124

Attachment 3—SMALL ARMS RANGE INSPECTION CHECKLIST 133

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Chapter 1

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

1.1. Headquarters United States Air Force (USAF), Deputy Chief of Staff (DCS) for

Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Director of Security Forces (AF/A4S) will:

1.1.1. Serve as lead for the USAF Combat Arms Program, AF Small Arms and Light Weapons

(SA/LW) and ground munitions Portfolio. This includes budget formalization and submittal, strategic planning, modernization, requirements, adoption, development, fielding, training, maintenance and employment.

1.1.2. Maintain overall responsibilities for management and oversight of all projects and programs associated with sustainment, funding, modernization and strategic direction to enable and provide lethal and non-lethal weapons enterprise-wide.

1.1.3. Serve as Program Director/ Executive Office/Air Staff lead for the development, management, approval authority and facilitator of lethal and non-lethal effects provided by or operated by AF ground combatant personnel in all mission sets.

1.1.4. Establish, review and approve policies related to the USAF Combat Arms Program, to include, weapons training and maintenance requirements of all AF personnel and missions

(e.g. Special Warfare Airmen, AFOSI, and ground combatants). Also training associated with and required for firing range management, ground munitions, remote weapons, grenades, associated enablers and equipment among other sub-sets which affect the portfolio’s intent.

1.1.5. Develop, review and approve field and organizational-level maintenance and repair policies, procedures and range safety criteria for Air Force small arms and light weapons

(SA/LW).

1.1.6. Serve as the Air Staff representative for engagements with industry, other Services and internal or external agencies for all SA/LW and Combat Arms Program processes, programs and issues.

1.1.7. Manage waiver authority for the USAF Combat Arms Program.

1.1.8. Manage Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 3P0X1B, Special Experience Identifier (SEI)

312 and Department of Defense (DoD) civilian equivalent personnel to ensure sufficient numbers of personnel to support the USAF Combat Arms Program.

1.1.9. Assist and coordinate with appropriate functional area managers to submit programming initiatives and obtain funding for developing, modernizing or procuring legacy and new SA/LW and their support along with associated enables and related equipment, targets, simulators and facilities use for training and maintenance.

1.1.10. Review and coordinate on all MAJCOM supplements to this publication.

1.1.11. Develop, review and approve field and organizational-level maintenance and repair policies, procedures and range safety criteria for Air Force small arms and light weapons

(SA/LW).

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1.1.12. Provide co-approval authority with AF/A4C for base/MAJCOM requests for deviation/waiver from Combat Arms facility criteria, after MAJCOM and Air Force Security

Forces Center (AFSFC) review and concurrence.

1.1.13. Ensure command Combat Arms Programs adhere to the intent of Air Force policies and instructions by developing Air Force core checklists to facilitate standardization in the

Combat Arms function Air Force-wide.

1.1.14. Review and approve all SA/LW qualification programs, qualification training criteria/standards, courses of fire and lesson plans before they are implemented.

1.1.15. Have overall responsibility for SA/LW and ground munitions requirements development and approvals.

1.1.16. Validate Air Force SA/LW and ground munitions requirements.

1.1.17. Serve as the Air Force representative on the Joint Service Small Arms Program

(JSSAP), Joint Service Small Arms Synchronization Team and the Joint Non-Lethal Weapons

Directorate (JNLWD), Joint Coordination and Integration Group (JCIG). Participate in Joint

Service SA/LW training, S&T/R&D, coordination, informational meetings and equipment activities. Appoint other AF representatives as needed for DoD, other government agencies, JSSAP, JNLWD and other required events and boards or technology evaluation and selection events. AF/A4S will approve all AF positions and decisions associated with the SA/LW community.

1.2. Headquarters USAF, DCS for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Director of

Civil Engineers (AF/A4C) will: Provide co-approval authority with AF/A4S for base/MAJCOM requests for deviation/waiver from Combat Arms facility criteria, after MAJCOM and Air Force Security Forces Center (AFSFC) review and concurrence.

1.3. Headquarters USAF, DCS for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Director of

Logistics (AF/A4L) will:

1.3.1. Develop policies for logistical support of the USAF Combat Arms Program.

1.3.2. Provide overall management of the Air Force SA/LW and ground munitions inventories.

1.3.3. Manage the Air Force General Officer Personal Defense Weapon Program.

1.4. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC).

1.4.1. Air Force Security Forces Center (AFSFC) will:

1.4.1.1. Develop USAF SA/LW training and qualification programs, establish qualification training criteria/standards and review/approves SA/LW training programs conducted at formal training courses and readiness training centers.

1.4.1.2. Coordinate and submit programming recommendations for sufficient numbers of

SA/LW and ground munitions to support the Air Force and Air Force Combat Arms

Program to AF/A4S for approval and further coordination. Manage Air Force ground munitions authorizations, forecasting, allocation and programming. Provide guidance on the distribution of munitions to support Combat Arms mission requirements. Coordinate

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and update AF/A4S on status of Ground Munitions inventory, requirements, modernization and future needs and path.

1.4.1.3. Assist career field managers with training development to support career field

SA/LW proficiency/sustainment training programs.

1.4.1.4. Review facility criteria (e.g., firing ranges, offices, classrooms, maintenance rooms, storage areas and etc.) to ensure they support academic/live-fire training requirements and meet range safety needs. Provide guidance to MAJCOMs on firing range rehabilitation, renovation and new construction. Coordinate with MAJCOM Security

Forces staff on range projects. Recommend for approval all new range designs and major renovations (changes to the type or function of the range) to AF/A4S and AF/A4C. This approval also applies to modular, portable, container or trailer type ranges.

1.4.1.5. Review base requests for deviations/waivers from Combat Arms facility criteria, after MAJCOM review, to determine if they create safety risks and will support qualification/sustainment training needs. Coordinate deviation/waiver requests between the AFSFC, Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC). Inform AF/A4S of any major impacts to training and sustainment due to issues in range maintenance or facility management.

1.4.1.6. Provide technical solutions and recommendations to AF/A4S for Security Forces’ and all USAF missions/users’ SA/LW related requirements. After approval by AF/A4S

Combat Arms Program Director office, coordinate technical solutions and recommendations with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/Small Arms Program

Office, AFLCMC/EBRMW, Robins Air Force Base (AFB) for adoption, fielding and authorization. This includes enablers, accessories and associated equipment for Air Force use. Include new accessories and equipment in Air Force SA/LW qualification programs.

1.4.1.7. Research and recommend innovative SA/LW, accessories, munitions and range solutions using existing and emerging technology for AF requirements. Coordinate requirements with AF/A4S for approval. Ensure no SA/LW, associated and related enablers or equipment are adopted, procured or fielded without approval by AF/A4S.

1.4.1.8. Serve as the Air Force representative on the Joint Service Small Arms

Requirements Integration Working Group (JSSARI) when required. Participate in joint service SA/LW training and equipment activities as needed. Work with other agencies and

Services to determine if they have potential solutions and improvements for Air Force missions and requirements.

1.4.1.9. Provide technical assistance and guidance to unit Combat Arms sections Air

Force-wide and ensure only properly approved and fully supported SA/LW with associated and related enablers and equipment is being utilized and being trained with as required.

1.4.1.10. Advise appropriate AFIMSC offices and AF/A4S on range status, training facilities, equipment and munitions capability and availability needed to support the

MAJCOM force protection and expeditionary programs and USAF world-wide.

1.4.2. Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) will:

1.4.2.1. Provide design, construction and environmental expertise for construction and maintenance of small arms ranges and support facilities.

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1.4.2.2. Support USAF Combat Arms Training and SA/LW use by developing small arms range design requirements for implementation in applicable guidance or a master range plan.

1.5. Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Small Arms Program Office, Air Force Life

Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC)/EBRMW will:

1.5.1. Serve as the worldwide inventory manager for Air Force SA/LW.

1.5.2. Centrally procure SA/LW, associated enablers and accessories, tools and test measurement diagnostic equipment for existing and future items per required Life Cycle

Management procedures and the requirements of AF/A4S approved SA/LW processes, projects and programs.

1.5.3. Manage the United States Air Force Small Arms Depot and provide depot maintenance for SA/LW.

1.5.4. Publish and revise SA/LW and test measurement diagnostic equipment technical orders

(TO) in coordination with AFSFC.

1.5.5. Advise AFSFC and AF/A4S by providing Life Cycle Management data and recommendations such as engineering risk assessment and cost analysis for legacy and proposed SA/LW and associated enablers and equipment when required.

1.5.6. AFMC, Air Force Small Arms Depot (AFSAD), AFLCMC/EBW (formerly Air

Force Gunsmith Shop):

1.5.6.1. The AFSAD is a non-standard organization for Combat Arms functions. The

AFSAD does not provide any SA/LW training or maintenance support for the installation, as a typical Combat Arms organization. The portions of this AFI that apply to the AFSAD are identified in Table 4.1. The AFSAD is aligned under AFLCMC/EBW.

1.5.6.2. For the AFSAD, all references to the Security Forces/Combat Arms

Organizational Commander in this publication refer to the AFSAD Section Chief, unless otherwise indicated in Table 4.1.

1.5.6.3. For the AFSAD, all references to the Combat Arms Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) in this publication refer to the AFSAD NCOIC, unless otherwise indicated in Table 4.1.

1.5.6.4. The mission of the AFSAD is to provide SA/LW Depot maintenance capability to the Air Force. The AFSAD employs Combat Arms personnel to perform part of this mission and may employ civilian certified gunsmiths. In this capacity, the AFSAD will:

1.5.6.4.1. Repair, refurbish and modify SA/LW to fulfill mission requirements to address gaps in the procurement system where rifles, handguns or other SA/LW are not purchased.

1.5.6.4.2. Accomplish upgrades or reconfiguration of SA/LW to enhance capabilities, increase reliability or improve safety.

1.5.6.4.3. Maintain a supply of parts no longer manufactured and parts requiring tooling to manufacture.

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1.5.6.4.4. Manufacture tools, fixtures and other miscellaneous items not available through the Standard Base Supply System necessary to support the Air Force small arms program.

1.5.6.4.5. Perform gunsmith services for USAF Teams and team shooters to include and not limited to for inter-service and national competitions, tryouts for international competitions and for Security Forces shooting competitions (such as Defender and

Atlantic Challenges). Services provided both at AFSAD and at events as required by

Shooting Teams or leadership.

1.5.6.4.6. Provide technical assistance for maintenance and repair of SA/LW, maintain a limited capability for testing and evaluating SA/LW, ammunition and other related equipment.

1.6. Air Education and Training Command (AETC) will:

1.6.1. Ensure technical training capabilities in support of initial and follow-on skills development for the Combat Arms skill sets (AFSC 3P0X1B/SEI 312 and civilian equivalent).

1.6.2. Manage Combat Arms training and SA/LW maintenance in support of Basic Military

Training, Officer Training School, Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and technical training courses.

1.6.3. Provide oversight for Combat Arms operations performed at the 37th Training Support

Squadron (37 TRSS) and the 343d Training Squadron (343 TRS), with assistance from

AETC/A4S and the AFSFC. Note: For SA/LW qualification training programs, range operations, weapon maintenance and training management of assigned Combat Arms personnel, these organizations use the guidance in this instruction.

1.6.4. Ensure the 37th Training Group (37 TRSS Weapons Maintenance/Storage and

Marksmanship Flights) provides Combat Arms training and SA/LW maintenance support to

2nd Air Force formal courses and provides base Combat Arms functions for Joint Base San

Antonio-Lackland, TX. This includes all the responsibilities normally performed by the

Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Section for base support.

1.7. MAJCOM Security Forces (MAJCOM SF) Division Chief will:

1.7.1. Review deviations and waivers applicable to Combat Arms organizations within the

MAJCOM.

1.7.2. Forward recommendations for changes to SA/LW qualification and/or orientation courses of fire to AFSFC for review. The AFSFC submits recommended changes to the

Security Forces Training Working Group for consideration.

1.7.3. For the Air Reserve Component (Air Force Reserve Command and National Guard

Bureau), appoint a Combat Arms program manager and if necessary, an assistant program manager to oversee the component’s small arms training and maintenance, range modernization and ground munitions programs. This individual must be a noncommissioned officer (NCO) or civilian equivalent and possess SEI 312.

1.8. Installation Commander will:

1.8.1. Ensure funds, manpower and modernized combat arms training facilities are available to meet the installation’s integrated defense and contingency missions. (T-2).

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1.8.2. Enforce health and safety standards by ensuring Combat Arms facilities and personnel are periodically evaluated for health and safety risks. (T-2).

1.8.3. Ensure the combat arms training complex complies with the environmental requirements in Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 4-179-02, Small Arms Ranges. (T-0).

1.9. Installation Support Agencies:

1.9.1. Medical Treatment Facility Commander (or Local Equivalent) will:

1.9.1.1. Provide occupational and environmental health support according to AFI 48-101, Aerospace Medicine Enterprise; AFMAN 48-154, Occupational and Environmental

Health Site Assessment; AFMAN 48-146, Occupational & Environmental Health Program

Management; AFI 91-202, The US Air Force Mishap Prevention Program; AFI 48-127, Occupational Noise and Hearing Conservation Program and AFMAN 48-146, Occupational & Environmental Health Program Management. (T-3).

1.9.1.2. Bioenvironmental Engineering (BE) will conduct comprehensive health risk assessment (HRA) in accordance with AFI 48-145. (T-3).

1.9.1.3. Provide medical surveillance examinations and input to fitness for duty determinations for workers as determined by physical condition (e.g., hearing loss, pregnancy) or work environment (e.g., ventilation change/correction) and approved by the

Installation Occupational & Environmental Medicine Consultant and the Occupational &

Environmental Health Working Group in accordance with AFMAN 48-146. Continuous and daily exposure to hazards must be taken into consideration in health programs. (T-3).

1.9.2. Civil Engineer (CE) Squadron will:

1.9.2.1. Provide design, construction, repair, environmental cleanup and soil remediation as applicable and maintenance to range facilities according to installation SA/LW training requirements. (T-3). Use UFC 4-179-02, Small Arms Ranges, guidance for design of all new small arms range/Combat Arms support facility projects. (T-2). Provide oversight regarding the environmental condition of the firing range complex. Note: Major range rehabilitation projects, such as new bullet traps, are reviewed and approved by MAJCOM and AFIMSC proponents for safety, engineering, environmental protection and security forces, prior to construction.

1.9.2.2. Ensure the installation master plan accurately depicts the firing range boundaries.

(T-3). Plot the range surface danger zones (SDZ) on base maps to ensure there is no encroachment of the SDZ. (T-3). Plot the vertical danger zone (VDZ) to ensure aircraft operations (flight path/approach patterns) are not at risk. (T-3). Update the plan to reflect an adjusted danger zone whenever aircraft operations change (e.g., new aircraft approach angle) or new types of ammunition, which change the VDZ, are used on the range. (T-3).

1.9.2.3. Review the SDZ and VDZ boundaries before site selection of any new base construction project. (T-2). Note: As new ammunition and weapons require larger SDZs, consider siting new facilities away from range boundaries to allow for future weapons and ammunition. In addition, due to the high decibel levels associated with firing ranges, ranges should be sited among facilities with combatable use.

1.9.2.4. Ensure all major range projects, as defined in paragraph 2.9, are coordinated through MAJCOM and AFIMSC CE, SF, BE and Safety FAMs during the 95 percent

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design review, providing complete plans and job specifications for range repairs/renovations. (T-2).

1.9.2.5. Assist with annual inspections of all ranges and facilities used by Air Force personnel, including non-Air Force ranges and facilities off-base. (T-3).

1.9.2.6. Will route range design deviation requests through AFCEC/CF workflow.

AFCEC/CF will coordinate with AFCEC/COS, AFSFC/S3T and if the deviation affects occupational health, the Air Force Medical Support Agency. The unit requesting the deviation will courtesy copy AF/A4SF, AFSFC/S3T and the MAJCOM Security Forces.

(T-2). For Air Reserve Component units, courtesy copy the Air Force Reserve Command

Security Forces or National Guard Bureau Security Forces, as applicable. (T-2).

1.9.3. Communications Squadron will: Install and maintain communication systems to support range facilities, i.e., public address systems, computer network connections, emergency communications systems, etc. (T-3).

1.9.4. Safety Office will: Assist the Combat Arms Noncommissioned Officer in Charge

(NCOIC) in conducting annual inspections of all ranges and small arms training facilities used by Air Force personnel. If unsafe conditions exist, provide guidance and assistance to the

Combat Arms NCOIC to develop appropriate corrective/mitigating actions. (T-3).

1.9.5. Logistics Readiness Unit/Squadron will:

1.9.5.1. Notify Combat Arms personnel when any SA/LW are initially received (either as initial issue from depot, transfer from another location or return from deployment) or prior to shipment off the installation for any reason (e.g., turn-in, transfer, deployment). (T-3).

1.9.5.2. Process unserviceable SA/LW and/or their parts for turn-in to Defense

Reutilization and Marketing Offices (DRMO) or other process in accordance with logistics guidance and DoDM 4160.21, Volume 1, Defense Materiel Disposition: Disposal

Guidance and Procedures. (T-0).

1.9.5.3. Provide assistance for processing Product Quality Deficiency Reports (PQDRs).

(T-3).

1.9.5.4. Provide transportation for trainees to and from distant training facilities, as required and approved. (T-3).

1.9.5.5. Provide vehicles for Combat Arms personnel to transport range equipment, munitions and SA/LW, as well as tactical vehicles required to accomplish vehicle firing training, such as the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles, the Mine-Resistant

Ambush Protected or the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle. (T-3).

1.9.5.6. Jointly, with the Security Forces Squadron, develop a process that will accommodate one stop shop for the customer to comply with equipping and training requirements of training with individual combat equipment (ICE) during qualification firing. (T-3).

1.9.5.7. Coordinate with Combat Arms to ensure serialized inventories of extended storage

SA/LW are synchronized with Combat Arms inspections so inventories and inspections are conducted simultaneously. (T-3). This prevents unnecessary removal of extended

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storage SA/LW from packaging and ensures accountability of SA/LW when Combat Arms conducts inspections.

1.9.6. Security Forces/Combat Arms Organizational Commander will:

1.9.6.1. Rely on the Combat Arms section for analysis and input on weapons and tactics decisions, such as weapon/munitions capabilities, placement and selection to enhance integrated defense. Include Combat Arms in planning weapons and tactics solutions to support all missions. (T-3).

1.9.6.2. Plan for new Combat Arms range facility construction, range modification/rehabilitation and facility maintenance. (T-3).

1.9.6.2.1. Ensure facility requirements are identified to the base facility review board.

If necessary, conduct periodic follow-ups to ensure range construction projects maintain work order priority commensurate to the force protection mission. Establish milestones to ensure projects and work orders are tracked until completed. Delays in this process can result in range closure, hamper SA/LW maintenance and have a negative impact on readiness. Notify senior installation leadership whenever delays disrupt work order/construction accomplishment. (T-3).

1.9.6.2.2. Submit small arms range and support facility requirements to the base CE using an AF Form 332, Base Civil Engineer Work Request. (T-3). The Work Request

Review Board reviews/ coordinates range requirements with applicable wing agencies, such as Security Forces, BE, Safety and CE (Structural Design and Environmental

Engineering). When a range requirement is identified for design, these wing agencies participate in the design review process. Ensure the design for new facilities and major renovations (defined in paragraph 2.9) conforms to UFC 4-179-02 guidance. (T-2).

Users may obtain UFC 4-179-02 via the USAF Combat Arms, AFNet, EIS website

(https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/12150).

1.9.6.3. Determine if on base ranges will be made available for non-Air Force and non-military use, military Air Force use always has priority. (T-3). This determination is based on command and local range instructions, safety restrictions and consideration of legal issues following consultation with the office of the installation Staff Judge Advocate.

Note: Air Force and other military use always has priority.

1.9.6.4. Ensure the Combat Arms section submits budget forecasts for equipment and supplies to meet the installation SA/LW training and maintenance program. (T-3).

1.9.6.5. Review and approve all Security Forces-unit munitions forecasts and complete reviews required by AFMAN 21-209, Volume 1, Ground Munitions. (T-3).

1.9.6.6. Ensure Combat Arms is adequately funded to support all required installation

SA/LW qualification training and repair/maintenance of all military SA/LW assigned to the installation. (T-3). Ensure Combat Arms is adequately funded to support the enhanced contracted cleaning services required to limit the exposure of Combat Arms personnel and trainees to ammunition residue and occupational hazards. (T-3).

1.9.6.7. Ensure Combat Arms personnel are available to conduct required SA/LW inspections. (T-3). Note: This service is dependent upon owner/user notification to https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/12150

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Combat Arms and minimum lead-time. This requirement must be included in the wing mobility plan. (T-3).

1.9.6.8. Establish written guidelines to address procedures to postpone/cancel training during adverse weather conditions. (T-3). As a minimum, these procedures cover severe cold, extreme heat, heavy rain and lightning. (T-3).

1.9.6.9. When appropriate, and after consulting with the office of the installation Staff

Judge Advocate, enter into local agreements with other agencies/Services (military, host nation, civilian police departments, etc.) to use their firearms training facilities (or to allow other agencies/Services to use Air Force firearms training facilities). (T-3).

1.9.6.10. Ensure the Combat Arms NCOIC is AFSC 3P051B, SEI 312 or DoD civilian equivalent (graduate of the Air Force Combat Arms Apprentice Course) and is a graduate of the Combat Arms Supervisor Course. Ensure lead instructors, tower operators and

SA/LW repair personnel are AFSC 3P0X1B, SEI 312 or DoD civilian equivalent or others identified in this instruction and task certified to perform Combat Arms activities. (T-1).

Appoint a Combat Arms SSgt (minimum), AFSC 3P051B, SEI 312 or DoD civilian equivalent, as the NCOIC of the Security Forces/organizational armory. (T-1). Note: This position is not counted against Combat Arms section manpower authorizations.

1.9.6.11. Require the Combat Arms NCOIC to review proposed host tenant support agreements in coordination with the office of the installation Staff Judge Advocate when tenant units request SA/LW maintenance, SA/LW qualification training or range use from the host wing. (T-3).

1.9.6.12. Ensure the Combat Arms task priority meets the installation training and maintenance requirements for integrated defense, contingency plans and deployments including during range closures, instructor shortages or instructor deployments. (T-3).

1.9.6.13. Provide firearms training for Air Force personnel using the priorities outlined in paragraph 2.2.14.3 of this instruction. (T-3).

1.9.6.14. Provide SA/LW inspection and repair support for all weapons assigned to the installation and other supported units per agreement. (T-3).

1.9.6.15. Ensure adequate quantities of trained and certified non-Combat Arms Group A personnel are available to perform block officer and assistant instructor duties during live fire and classroom training when numbers of Combat Arms personnel are not sufficient to meet mission requirements. (T-3). Group A personnel require a 5-skill level and can only be used when insufficient numbers of Combat Arms personnel are assigned to the Combat

Arms parent organization. (T-2). Combat Arms will provide training and guidance to

Security Forces leader-led trainers on firearms coaching, sustainment and proficiency training. (T-3).

1.9.6.16. Ensure the Combat Arms section uses Automated Readiness Information System

(ARIS) to enter and maintain Combat Arms Program records. (T-2).

1.9.6.17. Provide assigned Combat Arms instructors opportunities to attend advanced

SA/LW training courses/programs conducted by other DoD agencies and civilian schools when possible. (T-3).

1.9.7. Combat Arms NCOIC or Civilian Equivalent (Combat Arms Manager) will:

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1.9.7.1. Manage the installation Combat Arms Program and serve as the weapons and tactics subject matter expert for the Security Forces commander. (T-3).

1.9.7.2. Ensure Combat Arms adheres to all safety precautions during operations. (T-3).

1.9.7.3. Serve as the facility manager for the Combat Arms base range complex. (T-3).

1.9.7.4. Ensure assigned SA/LW and ammunition are properly safeguarded in accordance with AFI 31-101, Integrated Defense.

1.9.7.5. Work with local CE environmental function to develop joint hazardous waste disposal procedures according to AFI 32-7042, Waste Management, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations for disposal of hazardous waste, to include lead/heavy-metals, and to ensure the proper assessment, abatement and removal of soil contamination.

(T-3).

1.9.7.6. Supervise the base SA/LW maintenance and inspection program. (T-3).

1.9.7.7. Coordinate with CE, Safety officials and BE on technical issues pertaining to range facility maintenance, safety, occupational health and design. Advise on plans for new range construction, modifications and/or rehabilitation to ensure the planned facilities meet mission requirements and range criteria directives. (T-3).

1.9.7.8. Maintain a current copy of the base map indicating the plotted SDZ and VDZ for

Air Force-owned or controlled non-contained and partially contained ranges. (T-3).

1.9.7.9. Administer and track Instructor and Weapons Maintenance Evaluation Programs.

(T-2). Ensure assigned instructors are trained, evaluated and certified to perform Combat

Arms duties. (T-2).

1.9.7.10. Submit a Product Quality Deficiency Report (PQDR) in accordance with the guidance in AFI 21-115 (Interservice), Product Quality Deficiency Report Program and

TO 00-35D-54, USAF Deficiency Reporting, Investigation, and Resolution, for SA/LW and replacement parts as necessary. (T-0). In addition, submit PQDR’s (within 30 days upon failure notification) on new inspection gauges failing initial calibration. (T-0). Send electronic (e-mail) copies of the PQDR to the AFSFC for information.

1.9.7.11. Appoint custodians and monitors as required. If the commander delegates the duties of munitions custodian, appoint custodian(s) according to AFMAN 21-201, Munitions Management, using AF Form 68, Munitions Authorization Record. (T-3). If appointing an account custodian to maintain and account for all SA/LW, equipment, supplies and SA/LW repair parts, do so according to AFI 23-101, Air Force Materiel

Management. (T-3). Additionally, appoint a TO monitor for Combat Arms TOs. (T-3).

1.9.7.12. Ensure budget/resource requirements are submitted to applicable authority for consideration into the annual unit budget and maintain a list of unfunded requirements identified for the installation Combat Arms program. (T-3).

1.9.7.13. Forecast for munitions requirements and validate allocations provided by the

AFSFC in accordance with AFMAN 21-209, Volume 1, AFMAN 21-209, Volume 2, Demolition Munitions and the Ground Munitions Authorization Tables (GMAT). (T-2).

1.9.7.14. Develop and publish operating instructions (OI). (T-3).

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1.9.7.15. Establish and maintain a reference library for the Combat Arms section, as outlined in paragraph 2.2.3 (T-3).

1.9.7.16. Obtain annual training forecasts from each supported organization and provide guidance to unit scheduling personnel for obtaining and managing training quotas. (T-3).

This guidance is to include individual or group briefings and a scheduling handbook outlining requirements and procedures. Briefings and training are to include proper use of

ARIS to accomplish unit scheduling responsibilities.

1.9.7.17. Develop and publish a Combat Arms training schedule for base organizations.

(T-3). Use of ARIS for scheduling satisfies this requirement.

1.9.7.18. Maintain training statistics for all Combat Arms training scheduled and accomplished. Combat Arms will use ARIS to maintain records of all training scheduled and conducted. (T-2). ARIS should be located at the base range complex for immediate updates and changes but is only required to be located somewhere in the Combat Arms organization.

1.9.7.19. Submit requests for deviations to range criteria through the owning unit commander to the installation CE as outlined in paragraph 1.11

1.9.7.20. Ensure test-fire and trial operation of base firing range after construction or rehabilitation. (T-2). Document results and receive approval from the installation commander or their deputy if delegated. (T-2). Maintain records of these actions at the

Combat Arms facility for the life of the range. (T-2).

1.9.7.21. Contact BE when changes occur which may alter work practices or when conditions exist that indicate the potential to cause a health risk. (T-2).

1.9.7.22. Ensure Combat Arms personnel are aware of the hazards (e.g., airborne lead, noise, solvents, weather exposure) associated with their duties as outlined in AFI 91-202 and coordinate with appropriate support agencies to ensure personnel are aware of range-unique health hazards. (T-3).

1.9.7.23. Ensure assigned personnel receive explosive safety training. (T-3).

1.9.7.24. Maintain Combat Arms section management information in ARIS in accordance with this publication and ARIS guidance (see paragraph 2.2.2). (T-2).

1.9.7.25. Review all proposed and updated support agreements with tenant organizations and agencies requesting Combat Arms support. (T-3).

1.9.7.26. Establish procedures, in accordance with Precision Measurement Equipment

Laboratory (PMEL) guidelines, to ensure required SA/LW gauges receive calibration inspections within required time-lines. (T-0). Complete PQDRs for any new gauges that do not pass PMEL calibration inspections. Maintain three sets of calibrated gauges for each type SA/LW supported (primary set, secondary set and spare set). (T-3). Required tools and gauges are listed in the applicable SA/LW TO. Note: For ceremonial SA/LW

(e.g., M14 Rifles for Honor Guard), Combat Arms is only required to maintain one set of calibrated gauges.

1.9.7.27. Brief unit weapon custodians and provide guidance on procedures for issue, maintenance, inspection and turn-in of all assigned SA/LW (see Chapter 6). (T-3). This

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guidance includes individual or group briefings and a handbook outlining requirements and procedures. Briefings, training and handbooks will include proper use of ARIS to accomplish unit weapon custodian responsibilities. (T-3).

1.9.7.28. Ensure a sufficient number of personnel are trained and certified to perform block officer duties during live fire when adequate numbers of 3P0X1B or SEI 312 personnel are not available. Document training and certification on AF Form 1098, Special

Task Certification and Recurring Training. (T-3).

1.9.7.29. Certify non-Combat Arms personnel to operate the base small arms range in support of approved unit proficiency or sustainment training programs (see paragraphs

2.3.2.2 – 2.3.2.7), recreational programs and non-Air Force range use (see paragraphs

2.3.3.1 – 2.3.3.3). (T-2). Certified personnel must possess an AF Form 483, Certificate of

Competency and personnel must complete refresher training annually to maintain their certification. (T-2). Document training of Air Force members on AF Form 1098 and maintain a locally developed training log of all personnel certified to operate the range(s), indicating when their certification expires (refresher training is due). (T-2). Retain this log as outlined in paragraph 2.3.2.5 Exception: This requirement does not apply to certified Air Force Combat Arms personnel.

1.9.7.30. Plan and conduct Excellence-In-Competition matches with approval from

AFSFC (for ammunition expenditure) and the Air Force Services Activity, Air Force

Shooting Program Manager (AFSVA/SVORF). (T-3). Only currently certified Air Force

Combat Arms personnel may conduct Excellence-In-Competition matches. (T-1). Group

A personnel may assist Combat Arms in conducting matches as assistant instructors and firing line officials as outlined in Table 4.2

1.9.7.31. Establish and administer a Combat Arms firearms proficiency training program to ensure instructors develop and maintain expertise with all SA/LW they train. (T-2).

1.9.7.32. Assist base units in developing unit-level sustainment/proficiency training programs by helping them develop courses of fire, approving courses for use on the base firing range, certifying unit personnel as range officials and providing guidance on approved Air Force weapon handling procedures. (T-3). Combat Arms personnel are not required to conduct the unit level training, as unit personnel handle this.

1.9.7.33. With the assistance of the base Safety office, conduct annual inspections of all ranges and SA/LW training facilities used by Air Force personnel using risk management

(RM) techniques and report findings in writing to the installation commander. This includes range certification of non-USAF/non-DoD and off-base firing ranges used for Air

Force SA/LW training. (T-1). This ensures all ranges meet the intent of published Air

Force safety standards. Inspections will ensure Air Force personnel are not exposed to unsafe conditions. The Combat Arms NCOIC will:

1.9.7.33.1. Document the results of the inspection and corrective action(s) necessary to resolve the unsafe condition(s). Coordinate the report through the base Safety office and other appropriate base agencies. (T-3).

1.9.7.33.2. Notify the Security Forces/Combat Arms organizational commander of the findings and provide recommendations for corrective action. (T-3).

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1.9.7.34. Maintain and validate Combat Arms lesson plans as outlined in paragraph 4.6

1.9.7.35. Establish a membership on the USAF Combat Arms, Air Force Network

(AFNet), Enterprise Information Services (EIS) website

(https://cs2.eis.af.mil/sites/12150) to obtain the most current guidance and training materials to conduct the base Combat Arms program. (T-3).

1.9.7.36. Work with base Local Area Network administrators to establish classified and unclassified organizational e-mail accounts for the Combat Arms section. (T-3). This will help to ensure the Combat Arms section receives official communications from higher headquarters, especially when personnel changes or absences occur. Note: If classified and/or unclassified organizational e-mail accounts already exist to which members of the

Combat Arms section can be added, this will satisfy this requirement.

1.9.7.37. Ensure assigned Combat Arms personnel obtain and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide subject matter expertise on weapons and tactics issues, such as weapon/munitions capabilities, weapon mix/placement and employment methods to ensure maximum effectiveness. Advise the Defense Force Commander on these issues and participate in planning to support integrated defense, contingency plans and deployments.

1.9.8. Combat Arms Instructor will:

1.9.8.1. Be an Air Force military member awarded AFSC 3P0X1B, SEI 312 or a DoD civilian with equivalent qualification (defined as a graduate of the Air Force Combat Arms

Apprentice Course). (T-1). Only personnel currently task certified/qualified as outlined in this instruction and working Combat Arms duties, such as conducting qualification training, inspecting/repairing SA/LW or other duties identified in this instruction may perform Combat Arms functions. (T-1).

1.9.8.2. Train, qualify and certify personnel on Air Force SA/LW and courses. (T-1).

Obtain and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide subject matter expertise on weapons and tactics issues, such as weapon/munitions capabilities, weapon mix/placement and employment methods to ensure maximum effectiveness.

1.9.8.3. Conduct firing range operations and courses of fire in accordance with this instruction and AFMAN 36-2655. (T-1). Note: The guidance in this instruction and

AFMAN 36-2655 takes precedence over local guidance.

1.9.8.4. Evaluate and correct student performance during SA/LW training. (T-3).

1.9.8.5. Maintain qualifications on all SA/LW and courses, for which they are required to instruct or for which they have an arming requirement. (T-2).

1.9.8.6. Maintain and personalize approved Air Force lesson plans with emphasis on enhancing student learning effectiveness. (T-3).

1.9.8.7. Continuously improve teaching and SA/LW training skills through practice and study. (T-3).

1.9.8.8. Participate regularly in a proficiency training program to enhance coaching and

SA/LW training techniques. (T-3).

1.9.8.9. Maintain proficiency on SA/LW inspection and maintenance procedures. (T-3).

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1.9.8.10. Performs inspections and maintenance (repair) of SA/LW. (T-1).

1.9.8.11. Through formal/on the job training, experience and self-study, obtain and maintain the knowledge and skills needed to function as a subject matter expert and weapons and tactics. Attain the ability to advise leadership on United States and foreign military SA/LW capabilities, including weapon/munitions capabilities, weapon mix/placement and employment methods to ensure maximum effectiveness, as well as measures to defend against enemy weapon capabilities.

1.10. Waiver Requests for This Publication (AFI 36-2654). The waiver approval authority for non-tiered requirements and compliance items in this publication is the first general officer in the requesting unit’s chain of command. The requesting unit must provide AF/A4SF a copy of all approved waivers or deviations as required by AFI 33-360. The publication OPR must include a copy of any waivers or exceptions issued regarding the publications and forms management requirements found in this publication to the Air Force Departmental Publishing Office for publishing. Units submit waiver requests using AF Form 679, Air Force Publication Compliance

Item Waiver Request/Approval, following the guidance in AFI 33-360.

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Chapter 2

COMBAT ARMS SECTION MANAGEMENT AND USAF RANGE OPERATIONS

2.1. Purpose: Provides guidance for efficient management of the base Combat Arms…