ARMY TM 10-1670-271-23&P
AIR FORCE TO 14D1-2-464-2
MARINE CORPS TM 01136B-23&P/1
Section VII. PREPARATION FOR STORAGE OR SHIPMENT
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2-35. Storage.
a. Storage Criteria. Administrative storage of the T-10 Parachute Assembly will be accomplished in
accordance with AR 750-1 and the Instructions furnished below.
b. General Storage Requirements. To insure that serviceability standards of the stored parachute
assembly are maintained, every effort will be exerted to adhere to the following storage requirements:
(1) When available, a heated building should be used to store parachutes.
(2) Parachutes will be stored in a dry, well-ventilated location and protected from pilferage, dampness,
fire, dirt, insects, rodents, and direct sunlight.
(3) Parachutes will not be stored in a manner which would prevent ventilation or interfere with light
fixtures, heating vents, fire fighting devices, cooling units, exits, or fire doors.
(4) Parachutes will not be stored in a damaged, dirty, or damp condition.
(5) All stored parachutes items will be marked, segregated, and located for accessibility and easy
identification.
(6) Parachutes will not be stored in direct contact with any building floor or wall. Storage will be
accomplished using bins, shelves, pallets, racks, or dunnage to provide airspace between the
storage area floor and the equipment. If preconstructed shelving or similar storage accommodations
are not available, locally fabricate storage provisions using suitable lumber or wooden boxes.
(7) All available materials handling equipment should be used as much as possible In the handling of
parachutes.
(8) Periodic rotation of stock, conversion of available space, proper housekeeping policies, and strict
adherence to all safety regulations will be practiced at all times.
c. Storage Specifics for Parachutes. In addition to the storage requirements stipulated in subparagraph
b. above, the following is a list of specifics which must be enforced when storing parachutes:
(1) Except for those assemblies required for contingency operation, parachutes will not be stored in a
packed configuration.
(2) Stored parachute assemblies will be secured from access by unauthorized personnel.
(3) A parachute which is In storage, and is administered a cyclic repack and inspection, will not be
exposed to incandescent light or indirect sunlight for a period of more than 36 hours. In addition,
exposure to direct sunlight should be avoided entirely.
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