AR 11-42 — Army Corrosion Prevention And Control Program
AR 11-42 governs the Army Corrosion Prevention and Control Program across military equipment and infrastructure life cycles.
- Publication number: AR 11-42
- Title: ARMY CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL PROGRAM
- Date: 05/04/2026
- Proponent: ASA (AL&T)
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 11-42 on armypubs.army.mil
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It addresses corrosion prevention and control, governance, command programs, continuous improvement, reporting, and internal control evaluation. It requires documented and auditable command processes, designated points of contact, training, annual reports, and timely organizational responses.
Applies to: The Army CPC Program is an Armywide program encompassing all military equipment and infrastructure owned, operated, leased, and/or supported by the Army.
Topics covered
- Corrosion prevention and control
- Army Corrosion Prevention and Control Program
- Command corrosion prevention and control programs
- Executive Army Corrosion Forum
- Annual corrosion program reporting
- Corrosion training
- Internal control evaluation
Questions and answers
What process must commanders with CPC programs establish?
Commanders with CPC programs will establish a local, formal, documented, and auditable process that places command emphasis on prevention, control, detection, and repair of corrosion. (paragraph 3-3)
What capabilities and outcomes must commanders with CPC programs maintain and pursue?
Commanders with CPC programs will maintain capabilities, increase readiness and safety, reduce sustainment costs, and align commands with overall CPC program goals. (paragraph 3-3)
When must commanders designate a point of contact for command CPC activities?
Designate a POC, reporting directly to the commander, within 60 business days of promulgation of this regulation, who is responsible for the planning, execution, and oversight of all command CPC activities. (paragraph 3-3)
What training must unit corrosion managers receive?
Ensure UCMs receive CPC UCM training from an LCMC, T2COM, or AMC endorsed course. (paragraph 3-3)
What does the Executive Army Corrosion Forum approve and publish?
The EACF will approve and publish the Army CPC survey locations and schedules for the following fiscal year and will assign lead organizations for each. (paragraph 3-1)