Who approves locally written instructions for explosive operations?

• A. Base safety officer
• B. Wing commander
• C. Squadron Commander
• D. Safety inspector

Answer: (C)

The person in charge of the unit—the squadron commander—approves locally written instructions for explosive operations. This is because unit-level procedures must have the direct authorization of the commander who is responsible for the squadron’s safety, readiness, and day-to-day operations. The squadron commander ensures the procedures fit higher-level safety standards and mission needs, and signs off so the instructions are officially usable within the unit.

The base safety officer is there to review and provide guidance to keep safety programs compliant across the base, but they don’t typically approve the exact local SOPs for a specific squadron. The wing commander sets policy and guidance at a higher level for the entire wing, not for individual squadrons. Safety inspectors assess compliance and safety performance, not authorize the unit’s internal procedures.