YOKOTAABI23-300 governs the Precious Metal Recovery Program for activities handling, storing, using, and managing precious metals.
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It assigns program management and monitoring responsibilities, establishes precious metal indicators, and requires identification of participating activities. It requires annual assessments, controlled storage, documented turn-ins, logs, inspections, and the transfer of precious metal material to designated locations.
Applies to: This instruction applies to any activity managing, receiving, handling, storing, issuing, using, requisitioning, purchasing, shipping, or contracting when precious metals are involved.
IAW DAFMAN 23-300, para 6.3.7.1.4., ensure precious metal bearing scrap, waste, and excess are turned into DLADS. The frequency of turn-in is every 180 days, regardless of amount accumulated. (paragraph 23-300)
Entries in these logs will be backed by a DD Form 1348-1A, Issue Release/Receipt Document, (hand scribed or typed). At a minimum the log will contain NSN, nomenclature, quantity, date issued, date returned. (paragraph 23-300)
Prepare a schedule and assess each participating activity at least annually. (paragraph 23-300)
If items are found with those indicators, all bin labels and shadow boards, if used, will be clearly marked in blue to identify precious metal items. (paragraph 23-300)
Clearly mark “Precious Metals” on container in the bench stock area for storage and collection of unserviceable items. This container will be maintained in a controlled or secured area. (paragraph 23-300)