Which items are classified as "sensitive items" according to AR 735-5?

Sensitive items are classified as those that require more stringent accountability due to their nature or value. This classification is crucial in property management as sensitive items often include weapons, ammunition, and specific electronic equipment that, if lost or stolen, could pose significant risks to personnel, operations, or national security.

The designation as sensitive reflects the heightened need for control measures and tracking procedures to prevent misuse and ensure that these items are appropriately accounted for at all times. Given their potential impact on safety and mission effectiveness, the policies established in AR 735-5 necessitate that these items receive focused oversight.

In contrast, items categorized as commonplace and easily replaceable generally do not require the same level of scrutiny. Furthermore, restrictions on use by senior officials or minimal financial impacts do not directly relate to the classification of items as sensitive; rather, it is specifically their increased risk and high stakes associated with their management that defines them as such.