TC 38-3 — Guide For Basic Military Preservation And Packing {mco P4030.23e; Navsup Pub 442; Afpam(i)24-205; Dlai 4145.1}
TC 38-3 governs training lessons for military preservation and packing operations across DOD.
- Publication number: TC 38-3
- Title: GUIDE FOR BASIC MILITARY PRESERVATION AND PACKING {MCO P4030.23E; NAVSUP PUB 442; AFPAM(I)24-205; DLAI 4145.1}
- Date: 12/01/1999
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It covers military preservation, packing, packaging requirements, weatherproofing, cargo unitization, marking and labeling, and hazardous materials. The lessons emphasize efficiency and economy and focus instruction on basic military preservation and packing requirements.
Topics covered
- Military preservation
- Corrosion control
- Cleaning and drying
- Electrostatic discharge control
- Preservation materials and heat sealing equipment
- Military packing
- Weatherproofing the pack
- Hazardous materials
Questions and answers
What protective equipment does TC 38-3 require for vapor degreasing?
Wear protective clothing, gloves, aprons, and goggles. (paragraph 7)
How fast should items be lowered into the vapor area?
Lower the items slowly into the vapor area at a rate of 10 to 12 feet per minute to prevent the escape of vapors from the tank. (paragraph 2)
How should items be positioned during vapor degreasing?
Place items on racks or in baskets. Place in such a way that when the greases and oils drain, they wont be trapped in pockets or crevices. (paragraph 1)
What should happen if contaminant remains after vapor degreasing?
If some contaminant still remains on the item, cool to room temperature, then repeat the above steps. (paragraph 4)
What should be done after removing items from the vapor area?
Remove slowly from vapor area and allow items to cool. (paragraph 5)