Who should handle MPPEH items?

• A. First responders can handle after basic instructions.
• B. Any trained supervisor can handle with minimal training.
• C. Only trained EOD personnel should handle it.
• D. It can be left alone and never moved by anyone.

Answer: (C)

MPPEH items can be explosive and dangerous even if they look inert, so handling them requires specialized training in identification, risk assessment, and safe disposal techniques, along with the right protective gear. Only trained EOD personnel have the expertise and authority to safely move, examine, and render these items safe. First responders or supervisors with only basic or minimal training do not have the full skill set needed to manage the risk, and attempting to handle such items can trigger an detonation. The proper action is to secure the area, avoid touching or moving the item, and contact EOD so they can take custody and dispose of it safely.