If a seal on an outer pack is missing or broken, what action should you take?

• A. Report to supervisor.
• B. Reseat the seal.
• C. Ignore the issue.
• D. Report any unsealed outer packs to your supervisor.

Answer: (D)

Seals on outer packs exist to show the packaging hasn’t been opened or tampered with, which is essential for safety, accountability, and proper inventory control. If a seal is missing or broken, the correct action is to report any unsealed outer packs to your supervisor so they can document the issue and determine the next steps. Re-sealing a broken or missing seal isn’t appropriate because tamper-evident seals are meant to reveal any opening; trying to reseal can conceal tampering and violates procedures. Ignoring the issue could allow compromised ammunition to slip through, creating safety and compliance risks. Reporting maintains the chain of custody and lets a supervisor decide whether the pack should be quarantined, inspected, or rejected.