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 TM 9-2320-312-24-1
PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT
GENERAL
1.
This work package contains requirements and procedures for administrative storage of equipment that is issued to and in
use by Army activities worldwide.
2.
The requirements specified herein are necessary to maintain equipment in administrative storage in such a way as to
achieve the maximum readiness condition.
3.
Equipment that is placed in administrative storage should be capable of being readied to perform its mission within a 24-
hour period or as otherwise may be prescribed by the approving authority. Before equipment is placed in administrative
storage, a current Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) should be completed and deficiencies cor-
rected.
4.
Report equipment in administrative storage as prescribed for all reportable equipment.
5.
Perform inspections, maintenance services, and lubrication as specified herein.
6.
Records and reports to be maintained for equipment in administrative storage are those prescribed by DA Pam 738-750
for equipment in use.
7.
A 10% variance is acceptable on time used to determine the required maintenance actions.
8.
Accomplishment of applicable PMCS, as mentioned throughout this work package, will be on a semi-annual basis.
DEFINITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE
The placement of equipment in administrative storage can be for short periods of time when a shortage of maintenance
effort exists. Items should be ready for use within the time factors as determined by the directing authority. During the storage
period, appropriate maintenance records will be kept.
PREPARATION OF EQUIPMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE
1.
Storage Site.
a.
Select the best available site for administrative storage. Separate stored equipment from equipment in use. Con-
spicuously mark the area "Administrative Storage".
b.
Covered space is preferred.
c.
Open sites should be improved hardstand, if available. Unimproved sites should be firm, well-drained, and free of
excessive vegetation.
Storage Plan.
2.
a.
Store equipment so as to provide maximum protection from the elements and to provide access for inspection,
maintenance, and exercising. Anticipate removal or deployment problems and take suitable precautions.
b.
Take into consideration environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or cold; high humidity; blowing sand, dust
or loose debris; soft ground; mud; heavy snows; or any combination thereof, and take adequate precautions.
c.
Establish a fire plan and provide for adequate fire fighting equipment and personnel.
3.
Maintenance Services and Inspections.
NOTE
Ensure yard tractor in administrative storage is left with fifth wheel fully lowered.
(1)
Maintenance Services. Prior to storage, perform the next scheduled PMCS.
(2)
Inspection. Inspect and approve the equipment prior to storage. Do not place nonmission-capable equip-
ment in storage.
4.
Correction of Shortcomings and Deficiencies. Correct all shortcomings and deficiencies prior to storage, or obtain a
deferment from the approving authority.
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