TM 10-1670-269-23&P 0033 00 0033 00-1 24-FOOT DIAMETER TROOP CHEST RESERVE (T-10R) PARACHUTE AND THE MIRPS PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENTTHIS SECTION COVERS:In-Storage Inspection Shipment Accordion Folding/ Rigger Rolling INITIAL SETUP: Equipment Condition Packed/UnpackedPersonnel Required 92R (10) Parachute Rigger IN-STORAGE INSPECTION General Information.An in-storage inspection is a physical check conducted on a random sample of parachutes, which are located in storage. Intervals. The T-10R and the MIRPS, while in storage, will be inspected at least once every 30 calendar days and at more frequent intervals if prescribed by the local parachute maintenance officer. Inspection. Inspect to insure that the parachute is ready for issue as follows: 1. Check the parachute for proper identification. 2. Check that no damage or deterioration has been incurred. 3. Ensure that all modifications or similar requirements have been completed. 4. Check the adequacy of the storage facilities; efforts taken to control pests and rodents; and protection against unfavorable climatic conditions. SHIPMENT Initial Shipment. The initial package and shipping of parachutes is the responsibility of item manufacturers who are required to comply with federal and military packing specifications as stipulated in contractual agreements. Parachutes are normally shipped to depot activities by domestic freight or parcel post, packaged to comply with overseas shipping requirements. Except for those parachutes, which are unpackaged and subjected to random inspections or testing by a depot activity, parachutes received by a using unit will be contained in original packing materials. Shipping Between Maintenance Activities.The shipping of parachutes between organization and direct support maintenance activities will be accomplished on a signature verification basis using whatever means of military transportation is available. Unpacked parachutes will be tagged in accordance with DA PAM 738-751, and rolled, folded, or placed loosely in a parachute pack, deployment bag, or other suitable container, as required. Unpacked parachutes will be transported in original shipping containers. During shipment, every effort will be made to protect parachutes from weather elements, dust, oil, grease, and acids. Vehicles used to transport parachutes will be inspected to ensure the items are protected from the previously cited material damaging containers. Other Shipping Instructions.Parachutes destine for domestic or overseas shipment will be packed and marked in accordance with AR 700-15, TM 38-230-1, and TM 38-230-2. Shipment of parachutes will be accomplished in accordance with TM 10-1670-201-23/T.O. 13C-1-41/NAVAIR 13-1-17.
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