DTR I

PASSENGER DTR II

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DTR III

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DOD 4500.9-R

DEFENSE

TRANSPORTATION

REGULATION

PART VI

MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF

INTERMODAL CONTAINERS AND

SYSTEM 463-L EQUIPMENT

JUNE 2002

DTR V

CUSTOMS

DTR VI

MANAGEMENT

AND CONTROL

OF INTERMODAL

CONTAINERS

AND

SYSTEM 463-L

EQUIPMENT
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FOREWORD

This document represents changes to the Defense Transportation Regulation (DTR)

Department of Defense (DOD) Regulation 4500.9-R-1 Volume I - Management and Control of

Intermodal Containers/Volume II - Management of System 463-L Pallets, Nets, and Tiedown

Equipment. It is issued under the authority of Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Logistics)

Memorandum, “Defense Transportation Regulation (DTR), Parts I-VI,” 4 August 1995. It

implements DOD policies, responsibilities and procedures governing the management and

control of intermodal containers and management of system 463-L pallets, nets, and tiedown

equipment.

In accordance with DOD Directive 5158.4, “United States Transportation Command,”

January 1993, the Commander-in-Chief, United States Transportation Command is the DOD

single manager for transportation (for other than Service unique or theater-assigned

transportation assets including intermodal containers and container services and system 463-L

assets). Strict adherence to the provisions of this Regulation is essential to maintain the integrity

of the DOD transportation system. This change updates provisions for the management of

intermodal containers within the Continental United States and Outside the Continental United

States.

This change to DOD Regulation 4500.9-R, Part VI, applies to the Office of the Secretary of

Defense, Military Departments, Chairman and Joint Chiefs of Staff, Unified Commands, and the

Defense Agencies (hereafter referred to collectively as the “DOD Components”).

This change is effective immediately. To ensure uniformity, there is no provision for

supplemental or unilateral modifications to this Regulation and all DOD Components will

distribute it for use at the operating level. The DOD Components may publish more detailed

guidance if needed and will provide a copy to the United States Transportation Command

(USTRANSCOM)/TCJ4-LTP. Proposed changes to this Regulation for intermodal containers

may be sent to USTRANSCOM/TCJ4-LTP after staffing through DOD component traffic

management channels. Changes related to 463-L pallets, nets, and tiedown equipment will be

submitted to HQ USAF/ILGV with a copy to USTRANSCOM/TCJ4-LTP. No changes to the

DTR may be made without prior coordination with the Services and the Defense Logistics

Agency.

The DOD Components may obtain copies of this Regulation through their own publication

channels and it is approved for public release; distribution unlimited. It is also available on the

USTRANSCOM Web at http://public.transcom.mil/j4/j4lt/dtr.html. Authorized registered users

may obtain copies of this publication from the Defense Technical Information Center, 8725 John

J. Kingman Road, Fort Belvoir VA 22060. Other Federal Agencies and the public may obtain

copies for a fee from the US Department of Commerce, National Technical Information

Services, 5285 Port Royal, Springfield VA 22161.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART VI MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF INTERMODAL CONTAINERS AND

SYSTEM 463-L EQUIPMENT

Section Title Page

TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................iii

PART VI MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF INTERMODAL CONTAINERS AND

 SYSTEM 463-L EQUIPMENT..................................................................................................iii

APPENDICES......................................................................................................................................vi

FIGURES..............................................................................................................................................vi

TABLES..............................................................................................................................................vii

REFERENCES...................................................................................................................................viii

DEFINITIONS......................................................................................................................................x

ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS.........................................................................................xvi

WEB SITES .......................................................................................................................................xix

Chapter Title Page

CHAPTER 601 POLICY.............................................................................................................. 601-1

A. PURPOSE......................................................................................................................... 601-1

B. INDIVIDUAL ROLES, MISSIONS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES.............................. 601-1

CHAPTER 602 CONTAINER PROCEDURES ........................................................................ 602-1

A. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL............................................................................... 602-1

B. UTILIZATION................................................................................................................. 602-1

C. PROCUREMENT AND LEASING ............................................................................... 602-2

D. CONTAINER HANDLING ............................................................................................ 602-6

CHAPTER 603 CONTAINER CODING AND MARKING .................................................... 603-1

A. PURPOSE......................................................................................................................... 603-1

B. RESPONSIBILITIES....................................................................................................... 603-1

C. MARKING PROCEDURES ........................................................................................... 603-2

CHAPTER 604 CONTAINER INSPECTION, REINSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND

REPAIR......................................................................................................................................... 604-1

A. PURPOSE......................................................................................................................... 604-1

B. POLICY ............................................................................................................................ 604-1

C. RESPONSIBILITIES....................................................................................................... 604-2

D. PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................ 604-6

E. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR................................................................................... 604-8

F. MAINTENANCE EXPENDITURE LIMITS (MELS)............................................... 604-10

G. FUNDING FOR DOD COMMON-USE AND CADS CONTAINERS .................... 604-10

CHAPTER 605 CONTAINER MOVEMENT REPORTING, TRACKING, AND INVENTORY

REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................ 605-1
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A. PURPOSE......................................................................................................................... 605-1

B. MOVEMENT REPORTING AND TRACKING RESPONSIBILITIES..................... 605-1

C. CMR PROCEDURES...................................................................................................... 605-1

D. CMR GUIDANCE (E-MAIL AND FAX)..................................................................... 605-2

E. CMR GUIDANCE (MESSAGE).................................................................................... 605-2

F. AMS .................................................................................................................................. 605-7

G. GTN................................................................................................................................... 605-7

H. CONTAINER AIT REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................... 605-7

I. INTRODUCTION OF NEW TECHNOLOGY.............................................................. 605-8

J. INVENTORY POLICY................................................................................................... 605-8

K. INVENTORY PROCEDURES....................................................................................... 605-8

L. DOD-OWNED COMMON-USE AND CADS CONTAINERS LOST, DAMAGED,

RECOVERED OR DESTROYED ............................................................................... 605-9

CHAPTER 606 CONTAINER FISCAL MANAGEMENT...................................................... 606-1

A. PURPOSE......................................................................................................................... 606-1

B. RESPONSIBILITIES....................................................................................................... 606-1

C. FISCAL POLICY............................................................................................................. 606-1

CHAPTER 607 MOVEMENT OF INTERMODAL CONTAINERS BY AIR....................... 607-1

A. PURPOSE......................................................................................................................... 607-1

B. POLICY ............................................................................................................................ 607-1

C. RESPONSIBILITIES....................................................................................................... 607-1

D. PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................ 607-2

E. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................... 607-4

CHAPTER 608 SYSTEM 463-L PALLETS, NETS, AND TIEDOWN EQUIPMENT......... 608-1

A. GENERAL........................................................................................................................ 608-1

B. OWNERSHIP AND FUNDING ..................................................................................... 608-1

C. PALLET, NET, AND TIEDOWN EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL ORDERS............... 608-1

D. MODIFICATION OF 463-L PALLETS AND NETS................................................... 608-2

E. ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT........................................................................................ 608-2

F. AUTHORIZED USES FOR PALLETS AND NETS.................................................... 608-2

G. REPAIR AT INSTALLATION LEVEL ........................................................................ 608-2

H. ONE-FOR-ONE EXCHANGE ....................................................................................... 608-3

I. WORLDWIDE 463-L PALLET AND NET CONFERENCE...................................... 608-3

CHAPTER 609 WRM 463-L PALLETS AND NETS............................................................... 609-1

A. GENERAL........................................................................................................................ 609-1

B. POSITIONING OF WRM PALLETS AND NETS....................................................... 609-1

C. REQUIREMENTS DETERMINATION........................................................................ 609-1

D. RULES FOR COMPUTING WRM REQUIREMENTS............................................... 609-2

E. NON-ORGANIZATION AND RESUPPLY PALLET AND NET

REQUIREMENTS......................................................................................................... 609-2

F. THEATER WORKING LEVELS................................................................................... 609-2

G. NEW REQUIREMENTS................................................................................................. 609-2

H. ACCOUNTABILITY....................................................................................................... 609-3
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I. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS................................................................................... 609-3

J. INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................. 609-4

CHAPTER 610 OPERATIONAL 463-L PALLETS AND NETS............................................ 610-1

A. GENERAL........................................................................................................................ 610-1

B. POSITIONING OF PALLETS AND NETS .................................................................. 610-1

C. REQUIREMENTS DETERMINATION........................................................................ 610-1

D. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS................................................................................... 610-2

E. TEMPORARY AND LONG TERM LOANS ............................................................... 610-3

F. OPERATIONAL PALLET AND NET ACCOUNTABILITY..................................... 610-3

CHAPTER 611 CONTINGENCY MANAGEMENT OF 463-L PALLETS, NETS, AND

TIEDOWN EQUIPMENT........................................................................................................... 611-1

A. GENERAL........................................................................................................................ 611-1

B. CONTINGENCY NOTIFICATION............................................................................... 611-1

C. OPERATIONAL VERSUS WRM ASSETS.................................................................. 611-1

D. REDISTRIBUTION OF ASSETS .................................................................................. 611-2

E. REQUESTING PALLETS AND NETS......................................................................... 611-2

F. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS................................................................................... 611-2

G. ACCOUNTABILITY....................................................................................................... 611-2

H. RETURN OF ASSETS .................................................................................................... 611-2

I. AUTHORIZED USE........................................................................................................ 611-3

J. REPAIR ............................................................................................................................ 611-3
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APPENDICES

Appendix Title Page

A CONTAINER INSPECTION CHECKLIST......................................................................A-1

B DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (dod) INTERMODAL CONTAINER

STANDARDS ...................................................................................................................B-1

C MOVEMENT OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (HAZMAT) by air.............................C-1

D DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) CONTAINER SYSTEM PROGRAMS ..........D-1

E CONTAINER SHORTFALL PROCEDURES..................................................................E-1

F 463-L SYSTEM PALLET AND NET CONTROL REPORT AND PREPARATION

INSTRUCTIONS (RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701)........................................................ F-1

G TYPES AND SIZES OF 463-L PALLETS/NETS AND ASSOCIATED

EQUIPMENT....................................................................................................................G-1

H 463-L AIR CARGO PALLET AND/OR NET INSPECTION CHECKLIST.................H-1

I SAMPLE PALLET AND NET CONTROL LOG..............................................................I-1

J SAMPLE ANNUAL REVALIDATION MEMORANDUM.............................................J-1

K SUPPLEMENT TOPICS LIST...........................................................................................K-1

L CONTINGENCY REPORT FORMAT..............................................................................L-1

FIGURES

Figure Title Page

601-1 DD Form 2282, Convention for Safe Container (CSC) Reinspection Decal......... 601-8

602-1 DD Form 1423, Contract Data Requirements List .................................................. 602-3

603-1 Typical Door Markings (from MIL-HDBK-138B).................................................. 603-3

603-2 Typical Horizontal Layout of ISO Identification Markings.................................... 603-4

603-3 Typical Vertical Layout of ISO Identification Markings ........................................ 603-5

603-4 Typical Flatrack Markings......................................................................................... 603-6

604-1 Form DD 1348, DOD Single Line Item Requisition System Document

(Manual) .................................................................................................................. 604-3

604-2 DD Form 1348-1A, Issue Release/Receipt Document............................................ 604-4

604-3 DD Form 1348-2, Issue Release/Receipt Document with Address Label ............. 604-5

605-1 Sample Message Activity Other Than Port.............................................................. 605-4

605-2 Sample Message Port................................................................................................. 605-5

605-3 Sample Message Overseas Port................................................................................. 605-6

A-1 End Opening Container Inspection Checklist ..............................................................A-1

A-2 Side Opening Container Inspection Checklist..............................................................A-2

A-3 Open Top Container Inspection Checklist....................................................................A-3

A-4 Flatrack Container Inspection Checklist.......................................................................A-4

A-5 ISO Shelter Inspection Checklist ..................................................................................A-5
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TABLES

Table Title Page

603-1 Examples of ISO Number Composition................................................................... 603-2

603-2 ISO Ownership Codes Assigned to DOD Components and Associated

Component Manager............................................................................................... 603-3

604-1 Color Scheme and Dates for CSC Decals ................................................................ 604-7

605-1 Format for CMR (RCS-MTMC-179)........................................................................ 605-3

605-2 ISO Container Register Information......................................................................... 605-9

607-1 Maximum Gross Container Weights* ...................................................................... 607-3

607-2 Assumptions used in development of Table 607-1.................................................. 607-4
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REFERENCES

(Each applies to the current edition, unless otherwise specified. Due to numerous reorganization

efforts, the guidance in some of the references may have been or will be reissued in other

publications. It may be necessary to consult a functional area expert to determine the most

recent guidance).

1. Air Force Interservice Manual (AFMAN) 24-204(I), Technical Manual (TM) 38-250,

Marine Corps Order (MCO) P4030.19H, Naval Supply (NAVSUP) Pub 505, and Defense

Logistics Agency Instruction (DLAI) 4145.3, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military

Air Shipments.

2. Army Regulation 15-6, Procedures for Investigating Officers and Boards of Officers.

3. Army Regulation 735-5, Policies and Procedures for Property Accountability.

4. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49 Part 450, General.

5. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49 Part 450-453.

6. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49 Part 452.3(b), Elements of Periodic Examinations.

7. Defense Transportation Regulation, Part II, Cargo Movement.

8. Department of Defense Directive 5158.4, United States Transportation Command.

9. Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Logistics) Memorandum, Defense Transportation

Regulation (DTR), Parts I-VI, 4 August 1995.

10. Institute of International Container Lessors (IICL), Repair Manual for Steel Freight

Containers.

11. Institute Of International Container Lessors Standards (IICL).

12. International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC).

13. International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code).

14. Joint Committee on Tactical Shelters Brochure, Department of Defense Standard Family of

Tactical Shelters.

15. Joint Publication 4-01, Joint Doctrine for the Defense Transportation System.

16. Joint Publication 4-01.7, Joint Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Use of Intermodal

Containers in Joint Operations.

17. Military Handbook-138B, Guide to Container Inspection for Commercial and Military

Intermodal Containers.
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18. Military Handbook-1791, Designing for Internal Aerial Delivery in Fixed Wing Aircraft.

19. Technical Bulletin 43-0002-40, Maintenance Expenditure Limits for FSC Group 81.

20. Technical Bulletin 55-8115-200-233, Standards and Maintenance of MILVAN Containers.

21. Technical Bulletin 55-8115-200-237P, Organization and Direct Support Maintenance

Manual.

22. Technical Order 00-110N-16, Equipment Authorized for Use with Nuclear Weapons.

23. Technical Order 13C2-1-1, Cleaning, Repair and Test Instruction -- Cargo Tie Down

Equipment.

24. Technical Order 1C-1-71, Listing of Cargo Tiedown Equipment Authorized for All Series

Cargo Aircraft.

25. Technical Order 35D33-2-2-2, Instruction with Parts Breakdown -- 463-L Air Cargo

Pallets, Types HCU-6/E and HCU-12/E.

26. Technical Order 35D33-2-3-1, Maintenance and Repair Instructions -- Air Cargo Pallet

Nets, HCU-7/E, I, Side, HCU-15/C, II, Top, HCU-11/C, III, Side, HCU-16/C, IV, Top.

27. Technical Order 36M-1-141, Operator and Operation Instruction -- Materials Handling

Equipment System Components of 463-L.

28. United States Code, 18 U.S.C. 1001, Statements or Entries Generally.
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DEFINITIONS

The following word/phrase definitions are provided for use in conjunction with this

Regulation, Part VI.

1. 463-L System. Aircraft pallets, nets, tiedown, and coupling devices, facilities, handling

equipment, procedures, and other components designed to interface with military and civilian

aircraft cargo restraint systems. Though designed for airlift, system components may have to

move intermodal via surface to support geographic combatant objectives.

2. American National Standards Institute. The American National Standards Institute

(ANSI) is the official United States (US) representative to the International Accreditation

Forum, the International Organization for Standardization and, via the U.S. National

Committee, the International Electrotechnical Commission. ANSI is also the U.S. member

of the Pacific Area Standards Congress and the Pan American Standards Commission.

3. Approval Authority. A representative (person or organization) of the Commandant, United

States Coast Guard, authorized to approve containers within terms of the International

Conference for Safe Containers.

4. Approved Continuous Examination Program. An agreement between the owners of the

equipment and the responsible governmental body to allow continuous examination of the

equipment, e.g. containers. United States Coast Guard approval required.

5. Breakbulk Ship. A ship with conventional holds for stowage of breakbulk cargo, below or

above deck, and equipped with cargo-handling gear. Ships also may be capable of carrying a

limited number of containers, above or below deck.

6. Common-Use. Services, material, or facilities provided by a Department of Defense agency

or a Military Department on a common basis for two or more Department of Defense

agencies, elements, or other organizations as directed.

7. Common-Use Container. Any Department of Defense-owned, -leased or -controlled 20- or

40-foot International Organization for Standardization container managed by the United

States Transportation Command as an element of the Department of Defense common-use

container system.

8. Common-User Land Transportation. A program managed by a designated single manager

for all Department of Defense motor carrier cargo movements in a theater, specific country,

or geographic region. Theater Commander-In-Chief usually designates the predominate

Department of Defense Component as the Common-User Land Transportation manager.

Also called CULT.

9. Common-User Military Land Transportation. Point-to-point land transportation service

operated by a single service for common-use by two or more services.
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10. Component-Owned Container. 20- or 40-foot International Organization for

Standardization container procured and owned by a single Department of Defense (DOD)

component. May be either on an individual unit property book or contained within a

component pool, e.g., United States Marine Corps maritime pre-positioning force containers.

May be temporarily assigned to the DOD common-use container system. Also called a

Service-unique container.

11. Container. An article of transport equipment that meets American National Standards

Institute/International Organization for Standardization standards that is designed to be

transported by various modes of transportation. These containers are also designed to

facilitate and optimize the carriage of goods by one or more modes of transportation without

intermediate handling of the contents and equipped with features permitting ready handling

and transfer from one mode to another. Containers may be fully enclosed with one or more

doors, open top, refrigerated, tank, open rack, gondola, flatrack and other designs.

12. Container Control Officer. A designated official (E-6 or above or civilian equivalent)

within a command, installation, or activity who is responsible for control, reporting, use, and

maintenance of all Department of Defense -owned and -controlled intermodal containers and

equipment. This officer has custodial responsibility for containers from time received until

dispatched.

13. Container-Handling Equipment. Items of materials-handling equipment required to

specifically receive, maneuver, and dispatch International Organization for Standardization

containers. Also called CHE.

14. Containerization. The use of containers to unitize cargo for transportation, supply, and

storage. Containerization incorporates supply, transportation, packaging, storage, and

security together with visibility of container and its contents into a distribution system from

source to user.

15. Containership. A ship specially constructed and equipped to carry only containers without

associated equipment, in all available cargo spaces, either below or above deck.

Containerships are usually non-self sustaining, do not have built-in capability to load or offload containers, and require port crane service. A containership with shipboard-installed

cranes capable of loading and offloading containers without assistance of port crane service

is considered self-sustaining.

16. Defense Transportation System. That portion of the Nation’s transportation infrastructure

that supports Department of Defense (DOD) common-user transportation needs across the

range of military operations. It consists of those common-user military and commercial

assets, services, and systems organic to, contracted for, or controlled by the DOD, except for

those that are Service-unique or theater-assigned. Also called DTS.

17. Department of Defense (DOD) Intermodal Equipment System. All DOD-owned, -leased,

-controlled 20- or 40-foot intermodal International Organization for Standardization

containers and flatracks, supporting equipment such as generator sets and chassis, container

handling equipment, information systems, and other infrastructure that supports DOD
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transportation and logistics operations, including commercially provided transportation

services. This also includes 463-L pallets, nets, and tie down equipment as integral

components of the DOD Intermodal Equipment System. Size and configuration of the

common-use portion of the DOD container system controlled by the United States

Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), will be determined by USTRANSCOM based

on established requirements and availability of commercially owned containers and

equipment. USTRANSCOM will lease or procure additional containers as required to

augment the DOD container system.

18. Department of Defense-Owned Common-Use Container. Any Department of Defense

(DOD)-owned, -leased or -controlled 20- or 40-foot International Organization for

Standardization container managed by the United States Transportation Command as an

element of the DOD common-use container system which includes Containerized

Ammunition Distribution System containers.

19. Department of Defense Container Inventory System. A “module” of the Asset

Management System (AMS), the Department of Defense Container Inventory System is a

true internet-based application, requiring only a commercial internet browser to operate. It is

an Active Server Page developed using Microsoft Front Page, and operating against an

Oracle database. AMS facilitates the Military Traffic Management Command maintaining

the International Organization for Standardization intermodal container registry for the

Department of Defense. Also called DODI.

20. Destination. The place where a container movement ceases. The destination may be the

ending point of a deployment where the ultimate user or consumer of container contents, a

retail supply point, or a consolidation and distribution point.

21. Flatrack. Portable, open-topped, open-sided, units that fit into existing below-deck

container cell guides and provide a capability for container ships to carry oversized cargo;

and wheeled and tracked vehicles.

22. Gross Weight. Weight of a container or pallet including freight and binding.

23. Infrastructure. A term generally applicable to all fixed and permanent installations,

fabrications, or facilities for the support and control of military forces.

24. Institute of International Container Lessors. A technical committee consisting of

container owners, operators, and manufacturers located in Bedford, NY, who prepare the

Repair Manual for Steel Freight Containers. Also called IICL.

25. Intermodal. Type of international freight system that permits transshipping among sea,

highway, rail, and air modes of transportation through use of American National Standards

Institute/International Organization for Standardization containers, linehaul assets, and

handling equipment.

26. Intermodal Container. See Container.
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27. Intermodal Support Equipment. Fixed and deployable assets required to assist container

operations throughout the intermodal container system. Included are straddle cranes, chassis,

rough terrain container handlers, container cranes, and spreader bars.

28. Intermodal Systems. Specialized transportation facilities, assets, and handling procedures

designed to create a seamless, transportation system by combining multimodal operations

and facilities during the shipment of cargo.

29. International Convention for Safe Containers. A convention held in Geneva, Switzerland,

on 2 December 1972, which resulted in setting standard safety requirements for containers

moving in international transport. These requirements were ratified by the United States on 3

January 1978. Also called CSC.

30. International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDGC). The IMDGC regulates

transport of hazardous materials by sea to prevent injury to persons, or damage to ships. The

IMDGC lays down basic principles intended to prevent the negligent or accidental release of

marine pollutants carried by sea. It contains detailed recommendations for individual

substances and a number of recommendations for good practice are included in the classes

dealing with such substances. Although the information contained in the IMDGC is

primarily directed at mariners, the provisions may affect industries and services from the

manufacturer to the consumer.

31. International Organization for Standardization. A worldwide federation of national

standards bodies from some 100 countries, one from each country. The International

Organization for Standardization (ISO) is a non-governmental organization, established to

promote the development of standardization and related activities in the world with a view to

facilitating the international exchange of goods and services, and to developing cooperation

in the spheres of intellectual, scientific, technological, and economic activity. ISO’s work

results in international agreements, which are published as international standards. Also

called ISO.

32. Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore. Logistics over-the-shore operations conducted by two or

more Military Services. Also called JLOTS.

33. Long Ton. 2,240 pounds. Also called LT; L/T; or LTON.

34. Logistics-Over-the-Shore Operations. The loading and unloading of ships without the

benefit of deep draft-capable, fixed port facilities, in friendly or nondefended territory, and,

in time of war, during phases of theater development in which there is no opposition by the

enemy; or as a means of moving forces closer to tactical assembly areas dependent on threat

force capabilities. Also call LOTS operations.

35. Materials Handling Equipment. Mechanical devices for handling of supplies with greater

ease and economy. Also called MHE.

36. Measurement Ton. The unit of volumetric measurement of equipment associated with

surface-delivered cargo. Measurement tons equal total cubic feet divided by 40. (One

measurement ton = 40 cubic feet). Also called M/T, MT, MTON.
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37. Military Performance Specification Container. A container that meets specific written

standards. Also called MILSPEC container.

38. Military Sealift Command. A major command of the United States (US) Navy and the US

Transportation Command’s component command responsible for designated common-user

sealift transportation services to deploy, employ, sustain, and redeploy US forces on a global

basis. Also called MSC

39. Military Traffic Management Command. A major command of the United States (US)

Army and the US Transportation Command’s component command responsible for

designated continental US land transportation as well as common-user water terminal and

traffic management service to deploy, employ, sustain, and redeploy US forces on a global

basis. Also called MTMC.

40. Military Van. Military-owned, demountable container, conforming to United States and

international standards, operated in a centrally controlled fleet for movement of military

cargo. Also called MILVANs.

41. Non Self-Sustaining Containership. A containership that does not have a built-in

capability to load or offload containers, and requires a port crane or craneship service.

42. Origin. Beginning point of a deployment where unit or non-unit-related cargo or personnel

are located.

43. Palletized Load System. A truck with hydraulic load handling mechanism, trailer and

flatrack system capable of self-loading and -unloading. Truck and companion trailer have a

16.5-ton payload capacity. Also called PLS.

44. Palletized Load System Flatrack. Topless, sideless container component of palletized load

system, some of which conform to International Organization for Standardization

specifications.

45. Sealift Enhancement Program. Special equipment and modifications that adapt merchanttype dry cargo ships and tankers to specific military missions. They are typically installed on

Ready Reserve Fleet ships or ships under the Military Sealift Command control. Sealift

enhancements fall into three categories: productivity, survivability, and operational

enhancements.

46. Self-Sustaining Containership. A containership with shipboard-installed cranes capable of

loading and offloading containers without assistance of port crane service.

47. Service-Unique Container. Any 20- or 40-foot International Organization for

Standardization container procured or leased by a Service to meet Service-unique

requirements. Also called component-owned container.

48. Shelter. An International Organization for Standardization container outfitted with live- or

work-in capability.
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49. Short Ton. 2,000 pounds. Also called S/T or STON.

50. Single Manager. A Military Department or Agency designated by Secretary of Defense to

be responsible for management of specified commodities or common Service activities on a

Department of Defense-wide basis.

51. Stuffing. Packing of cargo into a container.

52. Tare Weight. The weight of a container deducted from gross weight to obtain net weight or

the weight of an empty container.

53. Theater-Assigned Transportation Assets. Transportation assets that are assigned under the

combatant command (command authority) of a geographic combatant commander.

54. Transportation Component Command. The three component commands of United States

Transportation Command: Air Force Air Mobility Command, Navy Military Sealift

Command, and Army Military Traffic Management Command. Each transportation

component command remains a major command of its parent Service and continues to

organize, train, and equip its forces as specified by law. Each transportation component

command also continues to perform Service-unique missions. Also called TCC.

55. United States Transportation Command. The unified command with the mission to

provide strategic air, land, and sea transportation for the Department of Defense, across the

range of military operations. Also called USTRANSCOM.

56. Unstuffing. The removal of cargo from a container. Also called stripping.
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ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

ADUSD(TP) Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense, Transportation Policy

AF Air Force

AIT Automated Identification Technology

AMC Air Mobility Command

AMS Asset Management System

ANSI American National Standards Institute

AOR Area of Responsibility

APOE Aerial Port of Embarkation

BL Bill of Lading

C2 Command and Control

CADS Containerized Ammunition Distribution System

CAT Crisis Action Team

CCO Container Control Officer

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

CHE Container Handling Equipment

CINC Commander in Chief

CJCS Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

CMR Container Movement Report

CONUS Continental United States

CSC International Convention for Safe Containers

DOD Department of Defense

DODAAC Department of Defense Activity Account Code

DODI DOD Container Inventory System

DRMO Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office

DTR Defense Transportation Regulation

DTS Defense Transportation System

E-Mail Electronic Mail

FAX Facsimile

GTN Global Transportation Network

HAZMAT Hazardous Material

HQ Headquarters

IAW In Accordance With

IICL Institute of International Container Lessors

IM Inventory Manager

IMDGC International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code

ISO International Organization for Standardization
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ITV In-Transit Visibility

JLOTS Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore

LMF Language Media Format

MAJCOM Major Command

MEL Maintenance Expenditure Limit(s)

MHE Materiel Handling Equipment

MIL-HDBK Military Handbook

MILSPEC Military Specification

MILVAN Military Van (Container)

MIPR Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request

MSC Military Sealift Command

MST Mission Support Team

MTMC Military Traffic Management Command

OPLAN Operations Plan

OSC Operations Support Command

OSD Office of Secretary of Defense

PBO Property Book Office

PLS Palletized Load System

POC Point of Contact

RCS 8701 RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701

RFID Radio Frequency Identification Tag

RFP Request for Proposal

SAAM Special Assignment Airlift Mission

SAP Security Assistance Program

SPM System Program Manager

SPOD Seaport of Debarkation

SPOE Seaport of Embarkation

TALCE Tanker Airlift Control Element

TCN Transportation Control Number

TO Technical Order

TPFDD Time Phased Force Deployment Data

TWCF Transportation Working Capital Fund

U.S.C. United States Code

US United States

USCINCTRANS Commander in Chief United States Transportation Command

USTRANSCOM United States Transportation Command
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WR-ALC Warner Robins Air Logistics Center

WRM War Reserve Material

WWW Worldwide Web
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WEB SITES

Air Force Joint Manual 24-204, Defense Logistics Agency Instruction 4145.3, Marine Corps Order

P4030.19G, Naval Supply Publication 505, Technical Manual 38-250, Preparing Hazardous

Material for Military Air Shipments:

https://www.afmc-mil.wpafb.af.mil/Hazmat/AFJMAN.htm

 or

http://www.afmc-pub.wpafb.af.mil/Hazmat/

Military Handbook-138B, Guide to Container Inspection for Commercial and Military Intermodal

Containers:

http://www.techresearchgroup.com/mil-hdbk.htm

Global Transportation System:

https://www.gtn.transcom.mil

DOD Container Inventory System:

https://eta.mtmc.army.mil/ then select Freight/Cargo and DOD Container Inventory (DODI)

Defense Transportation Regulation VI:

http://public.transcom.mil/j4/j4lt/dtr.html

Department of Defense Standard Family of Tactical Shelters:

http://www.sbccom.army.mil/hooah/pubs/jocotas.pdf

Leasing Containers:

http://www.mtmc.army.mil/CONTENT/428/checklist.pdf
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CHAPTER 601

POLICY

A. PURPOSE

1. This Regulation prescribes uniform policies, responsibilities, and procedures governing

management and control of the Department of Defense (DOD) intermodal equipment system and

system 463-L pallets, nets, and tiedown equipment. The equipment system includes intermodal

containers and container services, either DOD-owned, -leased or commercially provided, and

other International Standards Organization (ISO)-configured equipment held by DOD activities

before, during, or after intermodal shipment in the Defense Transportation System (DTS). This

Regulation establishes responsibilities and guidelines for the DOD equipment system and system

463-L asset acquisition, control, facilities, funding, handling, in-transit visibility (ITV),

maintenance, management, training, disposition, ISO registration, and accountability.

2. It is the intent of this Regulation to provide a seamless transportation system that

cooperatively interacts with commercial operations to enhance combat effectiveness, safety, and

efficiency.

3. Joint Publication 4-01.7, Joint Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Use of Intermodal

Containers in Joint Operations, provides an overview of containers and associated container

handling equipment available to or in use within the DOD.

B. INDIVIDUAL MISSIONS, ROLES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. It is DOD policy that the DOD Components must:

a. Establish an intermodal equipment-oriented distribution system of sufficient

capability to meet DOD-established required delivery dates for mobilization, deployment,

employment, sustainment, and redeployment.

b. Use the DOD intermodal equipment system for movement of supplies and equipment

across the range of military operations consistent with the supported commander’s concept of

operations, requirements, and capabilities.

c. Make optimum use of the capability of intermodal equipment resources and services

furnished by the commercial transportation industry when doing so is responsive to military

requirements and consistent with prudent business practices.

d. Ensure commonality and interoperability of intermodal equipment and infrastructure,

to include information systems, between the DOD Components and commercial industry.

(1) 20- and 40-foot American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/ISO containers are

the designated standards for DOD unit equipment and sustainment. The 20-foot ANSI/ISO

container is designated as the DOD standard for containerized munitions shipments.
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(2) Containers leased or procured for transportation are to be used solely for that

purpose.

(3) System 463-L assets are key components of the airlift portion of the DTS.

Maintenance of readiness capability requires strict management of these assets.

2. The Assistant Deputy Under Secretary Of Defense, Transportation Policy will:

a. Provide oversight for continued development of the DOD intermodal equipment

system.

b. Maintain liaison and coordinate container system development with Federal,

executive, regulatory, trade, and private sector organizations.

c. Provide policy guidance implementing this Regulation.

d. Review, at least annually, the status of each program assigned in Appendix D of this

Regulation.

3. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) will:

a. Assign a lead agent to develop joint container tactics, techniques, and procedures

within the joint doctrine development program.

b. Through the assigned lead agent, provide oversight on all Services’ programs in

relation to their interoperability with the DTS.

c. Provides oversight and impetus through the Mobility Requirements Study by ensuring

adequate funding and support is given to these mobility assets.

4. The Heads of the DOD Components will:

a. Use the DOD intermodal container system effectively and efficiently to meet national

security objectives and balance DOD container system cost efficiencies with operational

effectiveness.

b. Implement DOD intermodal container policy and procedures to ensure system

efficiency, effectiveness, and interoperability.

c. Ensure proper management of all DOD intermodal platforms, including containers,

flatracks, 463-L pallets, nets, tiedown equipment, and associated equipment.

d. Advise the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) of peacetime

and contingency container requirements for the DOD container system.

e. In conjunction with USTRANSCOM, attain and maintain effective, efficient ITV

capability for container assets and contents. Ensure shipping activities are aware of standard

shipment documentation requirements and enforce compliance with applicable standards.
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f. Provide status reports (Container Movement Report (CMR) RCS MTMC-179) on

DOD common-use and Army-owned containerized ammunition distribution system (CADS)

containers to the Military Traffic Management Command (MTMC) in accordance with (IAW)

Chapter 605.

g. Notify MTMC of DOD-owned containers excess to mission needs.

h. Establish and maintain a program to ensure container inspections are conducted IAW

Military Handbook (MIL-HDBK)-138B, Guide to Container Inspection for Commercial and

Military Intermodal Containers located at http://www.techresearchgroup.com/mil-hdbk.htm.

i. Establish and maintain container control functions at Continental United States

(CONUS) and overseas locations that own, control, manage, or otherwise affect movement of

intermodal containers.

j. Incorporate ANSI/ISO standards for all requirements, designs and development of

military equipment and logistics support. Equipment acquisitions and support systems must

interface with the DOD intermodal equipment system.

5. The Secretaries of the Military Departments will:

a. Ensure organizations are adequately trained, equipped, and manned to operate,

support, or interface with the DOD container system.

b. Procure all DOD-owned containers to ANSI/ISO standards to ensure compatibility

with the commercial intermodal transportation system.

c. Maintain all DOD-owned containers and ISO-configured tactical shelters and

equipment to International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC), International Safe Container

Act of 1980 (46 United States Code (U.S.C.) app.1503), International Maritime Dangerous

Goods Code (IMDGC), and Institute of International Container Lessors (IICL) standards. Proper

maintenance and periodic inspections of containers ensures both compatibility with the

commercial intermodal transportation system and compliance with applicable federal and

international serviceability standards.

d. Program, budget, and fund those assets, services, and systems necessary to support

the DOD intermodal equipment system.

e. Ensure organizations maintain a central repository for CSC inspection reports. The

records must include in addition to identification of the container, a record of the date of last

examination and a means of identifying the examiner. The records must be maintained in an

office under the control of the owner (49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 452

Examination of Containers, Paragraph 452.3).

6. The Secretary of the Army will:
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a. Develop, in coordination with other DOD Components, doctrine (tactics, techniques,

and procedures) for reception, staging, onward movement, and retrograde of intermodal

containers and support equipment to include information systems in a theater of operations.

b. Identify the Army’s force structure, equipment, information requirements, and

training requirements for the in-theater reception, onward movement, and retrograde of

intermodal containers and support equipment.

c. When assigned as the joint battlefield and/or theater distribution manager, with

common-user land transportation responsibility, support USTRANSCOM in performing its

worldwide mission of management and control of intermodal containers.

d. In conjunction with the Navy, support development of interoperable container offload

and onward movement capability to include sustained joint logistics over-the-shore (JLOTS)

operations.

e. Provide the Intermodal Dry Cargo Container/CSC Reinspection Course to the DOD

Components.

f. Obtain from container manufacturer and/or develop and publish container

maintenance manuals, technical bulletins, and other container related publications to include the

Department of Defense Standard Family of Tactical Shelters brochure.

g. Centrally procure containers (performance standard and military specification

(MILSPEC); i.e., palletized load system (PLS)-flatracks) for the Army and provide like services

for the DOD Components.

h. Develop, maintain, implement, and promulgate the Containerized Ammunition

Distribution Plan for use by all Services.

i. Program, budget, and fund for life cycle costs (i.e., acquisition and/or replacement,

maintenance, and repair) related to the mobilization and/or surge portion of the Army-owned

CADS container fleet.

j. Represent all Services in regard to ISO-Configured Tactical Shelters.

k. Ensure Army container owners maintain a central repository for CSC inspection

reports for containers owned by each organization to ensure compliance with 49 CFR 452.

7. The Secretary of the Navy will:

a. In conjunction with the Army, support development of interoperable container

offload and onward movement capability to include sustained JLOTS operations.

b. Maintain the Sealift Enhancement Program, ensuring that the DOD retains the

capability to strategically deploy unit equipment and sustainment cargo via the

DOD/commercial intermodal container system.
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c. Ensure Navy and Marine Corps container owners maintain a central repository for

CSC inspection reports for containers owned by each organization to ensure compliance with

49 CFR 452.

8. The Secretary of the Air Force will:

a. Program, budget, and fund for life-cycle costs (i.e., acquisition and/or replacement,

maintenance, and repair) of equipment required to move containers via the airlift (463-L) system.

b. Develop, maintain, implement, and promulgate an Air Movement Plan for use by all

Services.

c. Ensure Air Force container owners maintain a central repository for CSC inspection

reports for containers owned by each organization to ensure compliance with 49 CFR 452.

9. The Commanders of the Combatant Commands will:

a. During deliberate, crisis action, and exercise planning, develop requirements and

optimize use of the DOD container system for cargo movement between origin and destination

consistent with the supported commander’s concept of operations.

b. Integrate the DOD container system into the CJCS exercise program.

c. Ensure container management is carried out in areas of responsibility (AOR).

d. Assign responsibilities for container control functions IAW this Regulation, Part II,

Cargo Movement.

e. Coordinate, as appropriate, with component installation and organizations for

continuous visibility of all containers arriving, departing, and moving within the AOR.

f. Provide for effective, efficient receipt, movement, and return of DOD-owned, -leased,

or -controlled containers and associated equipment entering the theater of operations. DODcontrolled containers are those containers owned by ocean carriers that are available to DOD and

under DOD control as part of the Universal Services Contract.

g. Ensure system 463-L pallet management is carried out in the AOR.

h. Provide for control, expeditious download, and return of 463-L pallets, nets, and

tiedown equipment entering the theater.

10. The Commander In Chief (CINC), USTRANSCOM (USCINCTRANS), will:

a. Serve as the DOD single manager for DOD common-use containers moving in the

DTS and for providing container management services.

b. Provide management support to the Services and Commanders of Combatant

Commands for Service-unique or theater-assigned container system assets when:
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(1) The Secretary of Defense directs; or

(2) USCINCTRANS and the affected Service Chief or unified CINC so agrees.

c. Provide the DOD with container management services through MTMC to include

purchasing, leasing or selling of intermodal equipment, support services (i.e., maintenance,

repair, inspection, etc.) and asset management of government owned intermodal equipment.

d. Determine overall DOD intermodal container scenario-based contingency

requirements and recommend size, quantity, and composition of DOD-owned, common-use

and/or leased containers to the Services. Coordinate with the Services to program or develop

acquisition strategies, as required.

e. Augment DOD common-use container capability, when appropriate, by agreed-upon

transfer of DOD Component container capability not in use, through leasing and/or procurement,

or activation of contingency intermodal container agreements with industry.

f. Develop, publish, and maintain appropriate publications for the Office of the

Secretary of Defense (OSD) related to the management and control of the DOD intermodal

equipment system, including policy and regulations.

g. During deliberate, crisis action, and exercise planning, optimize use of the DOD

container system for origin to destination cargo deployment, consistent with the supported

commander’s concept of operations.

h. Ensure appropriate mechanisms exist for container prioritization should shortfalls

occur during time sensitive deployment situations.

i. Attain and maintain effective, efficient ITV capability for container assets and

contents. In conjunction with the DOD Components, develop and coordinate requirements for

data to effect shipment of cargo in containers. Ensure distribution of information concerning

performance of shipping activities in generating accurate and complete data.

j. Manage the Joint Container Exercise Program in the Joint Chiefs of Staff Exercise

Program.

k. Direct DOD components to conduct periodic inventories of all DOD ISO containers

and ISO-configured shelters.

11. The Commander MTMC will:

a. Provide management and control (including prepositioning, inspection, certification,

maintenance, repair, disposal, and replacement) of the Army-owned CADS container fleet to

meet prepositioned container requirements and for use by all the Services in peacetime and

contingencies.
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b. Provide asset visibility of DOD-owned, leased, and commercial intermodal

equipment while equipment is in the DTS through the Global Transportation Network (GTN)

interface.

c. Provide management support services to DOD components for all DOD-owned

containers including Service-unique or theater-assigned containers as agreed to by

USTRANSCOM and the Service/Unified Commander concerned.

d. Develop and maintain contingency plans and position DOD-owned or leased

intermodal equipment, as required.

e. Develop for the Army a life cycle funding profile for the CADS container fleet that

includes appropriated funds for mobilization and/or surge containers and Transportation

Working Capital Fund (TWCF) for peacetime container support to the munitions community.

f. Coordinate the lease and/or procurement of containers and intermodal equipment

required to meet DOD container system requirements as delegated by USTRANSCOM or

requested by the Services.

g. Ensure DOD interests are considered during revision and/or refinement of

international container standards and other intermodal-related matters.

h. Maintain a central repository for CSC inspection reports on CADS fleet containers to

ensure compliance with 49 CFR 452.

i. Establish a worldwide-automated container monitoring and management system for

the DOD container system and CADS containers that is compatible with or interfaces with the

GTN and other command and control (C2) systems developed by USTRANSCOM.

j. Issue ISO numbers and maintain an ISO register of all DOD-owned intermodal

containers and ISO-configured shelters by DOD Activity Address Code (DODAAC) and type

container. Manage and provide administrative support to the DOD container inventory process

at the direction of USTRANSCOM and promulgate DOD inventory procedures. Maintain an

automated web-based DOD container inventory system capability for DOD and provide the

Services with a digitized copy of their ISO container/shelter inventories.

k. Obtain and issue required number of DD Forms 2282, Convention for Safe Container

(CSC) Reinspection Decal, Figure 601-1, to container responsible activities.

l. Represent the DOD before the Equipment Interchange Association pertaining to

coding, marking, CSC plating, and reinspecting ISO containers.

m. Negotiate intermodal rates and procures related services to meet DOD intermodal

equipment and transportation requirements.
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Figure 601-1. DD Form 2282, Convention for Safe Container (CSC) Reinspection Decal
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12. The Commander Military Sealift Command (MSC) will:

a. Provide operational management and control (including maintenance and repair) of

the MSC-owned dry cargo and refrigerated container fleet, military heavy-duty ISO flatracks,

chassis, and support equipment.

b. Manage MSC containers dedicated to resupply of locations such as Diego Garcia that

are not economical for United States (US) flag commercial ship operators.

c. Maintain a central repository for CSC inspection on MSC owned containers and

military heavy-duty ISO flatracks to ensure compliance with 49 CFR 452.

13. The Commanders of CONUS and Overseas Installations/Commands will:

a. Establish container control functions and appoint a Container Control Officer (CCO)

to ensure proper control of container assets.

b. Provide effective, efficient receipt, stuffing, unstuffing, and appropriate disposition of

containers entering their AOR. Provide for prompt return to the DTS of DOD common-use and

CADS containers.

c. Provide a CMR IAW procedures established within this Regulation to MTMC.

d. Coordinate with other commands in their AOR for movement of cargo to ensure

requirements are matched to available containers.

e. Provide funding to and carry out inspection of DOD-owned common use intermodal

equipment assets moving through the AOR as established by this Regulation.

f. Ensure DOD common-use containers are maintained and/or repaired to organization

(unit) level serviceability standard and those requiring repair beyond that level are reported to

MTMC IAW instructions in Chapter 604.

g. Ensure that proper container disposal procedures including documentation

requirements are complied with IAW Chapter 604.

h. Control and report all container movements within their geographic AOR IAW

procedures established within this Regulation.

i. Maintain coordination with MTMC in the CONUS and with appropriate commands at

other locations to manage and control DOD common-use and CADS containers.

j. Conduct physical inventories of container equipment under their control as directed

by USTRANSCOM IAW instructions in Chapter 605.

k. Ensure all DOD-owned/leased containers and related intermodal equipment are

properly used, handled, and stored at all times IAW regulatory guidance.
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l. Ensure CADS containers requiring repairs are reported to MTMC in the CONUS, or

to any MTMC port administering a container repair contract when located outside the CONUS.

When authorized by MTMC or its port representative, ensure CADS containers requiring

organization (unit) level repairs are properly repaired and work done is reported IAW MTMC

procedures.

m. Initiate a Report of Survey and/or other required documentation IAW appropriate

regulations for any lost, damaged, or destroyed DOD-owned container assets. Report survey of

container(s) to MTMC for removal of ISO Serial number(s) from the ISO Registry.

14. Headquarters (HQ), United States Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff Installations and

Logistics.

These officials review and approve policy, programming and budget packages pertaining to

463-L pallets and nets.

15. HQ, Air Force Material Command Deputy Chief of Staff for Requirements, Product and

Materiel Group Division.

This office will work with the System Program Manager (SPM) and Inventory Manager (IM)

to develop policy for the management of 463-L pallets and nets.

16. SPM and IM.

The DOD Office of Primary Responsibility for all matters concerning 463-L system pallet

and net management is the SPM, Warner Robins Air Logistics Center (WR-ALC)/LES. WRALC/LESVG maintains IM responsibility for 463-L pallets and nets. These managers will:

a. Review and approve war reserve material (WRM) pre-positioning locations and

levels.

b. Distribute new production and depot-repaired pallets in coordination with Air Force

(AF) Major Command (MAJCOM) and DOD Component pallet and net monitors.

c. Identify and redistribute excess assets to fill shortages in coordination with AF

MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net monitors.

d. Review and approve or disapprove requests for redistribution of WRM assets.

e. Provide special shipping instructions for redistribution actions.

f. Chair the biennial Worldwide 463-L System Pallet and Net Conference.

g. Chair the 463-L System Pallet and Net Working Group.

h. Track both Worldwide 463-L System Pallet and Net Conference and Working Group

action items, pursuing satisfactory resolution.
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i. Approve or disapprove requests for permanent modifications to 463-L pallets for

specialized transportation purposes.

j. Compile quarterly RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 (RCS 8701) reports into a DOD

worldwide operational and WRM pallet and net status report.

k. Review investigative reports of inventory variances, and direct corrective actions or

further study should trends develop or justification be insufficient.

l. Determine the quarterly variances in the DOD-wide pallet and net inventory.

Document and retain this quarterly reconciliation with the quarterly RCS 8701.

m. Investigate any unaccountable gains or losses that exceed five percent of the

worldwide inventory.

n. Coordinate, as necessary, with contracting, procurement, acquisition, and budget

representatives to surge pallet and net repair and purchasing contracts should contingencies

warrant such actions.

o. Oversee the preparation and revision of all commercial contracts pertaining to the

design, acquisition, and repair of 463-L pallets and nets.

p. Review and approve annual pallet and net requirements submissions to ensure that

subordinate activities correctly accomplish the pallet and net validation process, and that each

submission represents the minimum essential number of assets required to accomplish the

mission.

q. Request an immediate baseline inventory of pallet and net assets (compilation of most

recent reports maintained at unit level), if necessary, upon notification of an impending conflict

or contingency situation.

r. Redistribute assets during a conflict or contingency to satisfy urgent, mission

essential requests for additional pallets and nets.

s. Upon implementation of war plans notify AF MAJCOM and DOD Components to

terminate accountability of WRM pallet and net assets.

t. Review supplements to this Regulation.

17. AF MAJCOM and DOD COMPONENT Pallet and Net Monitors will:

a. Control, maintain, and report operational and WRM pallet and net assets IAW the

guidelines and precepts established in this Regulation and applicable technical orders.

b. Develop, obtain approval for, publish, update, and distribute supplements to this

Regulation.
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c. Using inputs from subordinate organizations, compile and submit quarterly RCS

8701.

d. Identify and analyze variances in operational/WRM inventories and report the

findings in the remarks section of the RCS 8701.

e. Investigate differences between assets actually on hand and what should be on hand

and, when the variance is greater than five percent, plus or minus, send the results of the

investigation to the IM before the next scheduled quarterly reporting period.

f. Annually revalidate and revise operational and WRM pallet and net requirements.

g. Ensure and document, on the annual revalidation, that requirements submitted are the

minimum essential required to accomplish the mission, by verifying that subordinate activities

are adhering to pallet and net requirements determination procedures.

h. Coordinate with the IM on all inter-MAJCOM or inter-DOD Component

redistributions.

i. Redistribute assets to reduce significant overages and fill shortages.

j. Obtain a waiver from the SPM if organization assets are not controlled or accounted

for with a control log.

k. Ensure installation level pallet and net repair capabilities are established, if feasible.

l. Report overages, shortages or urgent requirements to the IM.

m. Comply with directives pertaining to the responsibility for loss, damage, and

destruction of public property in management, control and use of 463-L pallets and nets. Ensure

unit pallet and net managers comply with Technical Orders (TOs) 35D33-2-2-2, Instruction with

Parts Breakdown -- 463-L Air Cargo Pallets, Types HCU-6/E and HCU-12/E and 35D33-2-3-1,

Maintenance and Repair Instructions -- Air Cargo Pallet Nets, HCU-7/E, I, Side, HCU-15/C, II,

Top, HCU-11/C, III, Side, HCU-16/C, IV, Top and take appropriate action if pallets and nets are

damaged or destroyed due to negligence.

n. Perform spot checks to fully evaluate a subordinate activity’s pallet and net

requirements determination process.

o. Follow up on inspection or audit findings on pallet and net management and take

appropriate corrective action.

p. Make assets available to organizations that do not possess WRM pallets and nets but

require them for deployments, Special Assignment Airlift Missions (SAAM), or exercises.

q. Delete permanently modified pallets from the 463-L pallet inventory and discontinue

reporting them in the RCS 8701.
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r. At the onset of a conflict or contingency, be prepared to compile and submit an

immediate baseline inventory of both operational and WRM assets (using data from reports

maintained at unit level), if directed by the SPM or IM.

s. During a conflict or contingency, be prepared to release all 463-L assets to support

increased worldwide airlift requirements.

t. During a conflict or contingency, use assets from MAJCOM or DOD Component

WRM and operational stockpiles before requesting additional assets.

u. Immediately notify the SPM or IM and request assistance if 463-L assets are not

available for missions supporting conflict or contingency operations.

v. Take appropriate action to ensure deployed organizations return pallet and net assets

to the airlift system as soon as practical upon arrival at their final deployed destination during a

conflict or contingency.

w. Update pallet and net records to reflect gains or losses as a result of redistribution

actions during a contingency or conflict.

x. Upon implementation of war plans and notification from WR-ALC, terminate

accountability of WRM assets by providing installation supply a copy of message/letter

terminating accountability.

18. Organization Pallet and Net Managers will:

a. Control, maintain, and report pallets and nets IAW this Regulation, its supplements,

and referenced TOs.

b. Conduct inspections to ensure proper use and storage of WRM pallets and nets, as

required in TO 35D33-2-2-2 and TO 35D33-2-3-1.

c. Conduct a physical inventory of operational pallets and nets as required by the AF

MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor. Submit the results to the AF MAJCOM

or DOD Component monitor, as directed.

d. Revalidate requirements at least annually and document that they are the minimum

required to accomplish the mission.

e. Maintain a control log to provide a clear audit trail for pallet and net losses or gains.

f. Control and account for WRM assets.

g. For units not possessing WRM pallets and nets, coordinate with the AF MAJCOM or

DOD Component pallet and net monitor to obtain pallets and nets for unprojected deployments,

SAAMs, and exercises.
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h. Adhere to shipping instructions prescribed in referenced TOs when preparing to ship

assets.

i. Ensure that unit personnel are aware that WRM pallet and net assets must be returned

to the airlift system immediately upon arrival at the final deployed destination. Require a onefor-one exchange for all pallets, nets, and tiedown equipment, when practical. Note all

exceptions to the one-for-one exchange policy in a control log.

j. Conduct investigations of unexplained pallet and net losses. Forward results to the

AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor.

k. Procure, control, clean, and repair stock-funded tiedown equipment.

l. Scrutinize over-the-road movement of pallets to reduce the possibility of damage.

m. Monitor installation-level repair and condemnation of pallets and nets.

n. Advise personnel of the potential for liability if pallets and nets are damaged or

destroyed due to negligence.

o. In the event of a conflict or contingency, be prepared to ship, on short notice, large

quantities of serviceable pallets and nets to other organizations at the direction of the AF

MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor.
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CHAPTER 602

CONTAINER PROCEDURES

A. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL

1. All DOD-owned and leased pool intermodal ISO containers, flatracks, and associated

equipment (20- or 40-foot) procured for transportation of cargo are DOD container system assets

and provide potential capability for common-use service, as agreed upon in memoranda of

agreement and/or understanding between each Service and USTRANSCOM.

a. DOD common-use containers, both owned and leased, will be managed by

USTRANSCOM through MTMC while in the DTS across the range of military operations.

b. Service-unique ISO containers pre-positioned at unit installations or ammunition and

supply depots will be managed by the DOD Component that owns or controls the cargo until

placed in the DTS. During movement in the DTS, USTRANSCOM will manage and control

these containers.

c. The supported geographic combatant commander is responsible for establishing and

enforcing an effective container/intermodal equipment return program that includes abandoned

assets.

2. The DOD inventory consists of all types of ISO containers. These include end opening,

side opening, open top, refrigerated, liquid bulk (tank), flatracks, half-heights, modular, and

other special ISO containers.

a. The DOD Components will maintain all DOD containers IAW CSC/46 U.S.C. app.

1503 regulations and, if appropriate, IMDGC standards so containers are capable to move cargo

for which they were initially intended (i.e., ammunition, general cargo, refrigerated cargo, etc,).

b. The DOD Components are responsible for funding all maintenance and repair for

their containers, and ensuring containers under their control meet established standards.

B. UTILIZATION

1. DOD-owned containers may be used for routine shipment of cargo only if commercial

containers are either unavailable or do not meet mission requirements, e.g., repositioning of

DOD-owned containers.

2. DOD common-use and/or CADS containers may be used for storage only if approved by

MTMC. Component-owned container assets may be used for storage and/or prepositioning and

staged deployment equipment programs as approved by the Component involved.
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3. DOD-owned containers may be used for Security Assistance Program (SAP) shipments

or shipments for which the cargo is intended for use by a military or government other than that

of the US only if approved by the DOD-component owning the containers. Approval is

dependent upon determination that return of the asset to normal traffic patterns will not increase

costs to the US Government, and that there are no commercial assets available.

C. PROCUREMENT AND LEASING

1. Procurement.

a. Non MILSPEC (Commercial) Containers. MTMC centrally procures common-use

ISO containers, services, and support equipment for the DOD container system and procures

Service-unique ISO containers, services, and support equipment for DOD Components upon

request. Contract actions expected to exceed $25,000 must be synopsized and published in the

Commerce Business Daily. This process requires a minimum of 45 days between publishing the

synopsis and the date set for receipt of proposals. Procurement administrative lead-time of 150

to 175 days should be scheduled for contract actions greater than $25,000 (the 45-day synopsis

period is included in this timeframe). The requesting activity should notify MTMC as soon as

possible of new requirements. MTMC can be first notified by electronic mail (E-mail)

(lease@mtmc.army.mil) that includes all information outlined below in subparagraphs C.1.a.(1)-

(5) only to initiate purchase actions. MTMC must also receive standard written correspondence,

with identical information before purchases and/or leases for any dollar value will be finalized.

MTMC will provide specific “requirements” instructions to each requestor.

(1) Detailed purchase description, specification, or statement of work designed to

communicate a clear, accurate description of essential characteristics and functions of the

items(s). Must include size, type, and any special items required (i.e., certified to move

ammunition or hazardous materials (HAZMAT)).

(2) Quantity required. Must identify any additional quantities that are desired as an

option.

(3) Required delivery dates at requester’s facility for initial and option quantities.

Give location, hours of operation, address, points of contact (POC), and phone numbers.

(4) Any required instructions for spare parts provisioning technical documentation.

Provide a completed DD Form 1423, Contract Data Requirements List, Figure 602-1, for all data

and reports, technical or otherwise that are required deliverables under the contract.
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Figure 602-1. DD Form 1423, Contract Data Requirements List
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Figure 602-1. DD Form 1423 (Back) Contract Data Requirements List (Cont’d)
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(5) Upon receipt of the requirement, MTMC estimates the purchase cost and requests

a Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request (MIPR) with funding data to cover contracting

action. A Request for Proposal (RFP) cannot be issued until funding is received.

(a) MILSPEC Containers. The Army Materiel Command centrally procures

MILSPEC containers for the Army and the DOD Components.

(b) ISO-Configured Tactical Shelters. To the maximum extent possible,

procurement of ISO-configured tactical shelters will be selected from the Joint Committee of

Tactical Shelters Brochure, Department of Defense Standard Family of Tactical Shelters

available at http://www.sbccom.army.mil/hooah/pubs/jocotas.pdf.

2. Leasing.

a. MTMC leases new or used containers and intermodal equipment for day-to-day

common-use service or for Service-unique requirements for the DOD Components upon request

and acceptance. Procurement action from the time a request is received until contract award

depends on the requirement and is handled on a case-by-case basis. Lease contracts for

equipment used in emergencies or national contingencies can be completed in one day if

equipment is available on the commercial market. However, normal procurement time from the

receipt of a request to contract award is 15 working days. Requesting activities can first provide

the following information to MTMC either by E-mail to lease@mtmc.army.mil or by using the

container request function of the Asset Management System (AMS), but only to initiate and

shorten contracting time. All required information below must also be received by MTMC in

standard written format prior to actual lease date and/or commitment of monies (written format

serves as a requirement document for contracting as well as an audit trail). MTMC will provide

specific “requirements” instructions to each requester. These instructions can be found at the

MTMC web page. The internet address is:

http://www.mtmc.army.mil/CONTENT/428/checklist.pdf. Required information includes:

(1) Detailed description and/or type of container or intermodal equipment needed.

Must include size, type, and any special items required (i.e. certified to move ammunition or

HAZMAT). Include requirement for extended chassis support at the surface port of debarkation

(SPOD) and/or the surface port of embarkation (SPOE).

(2) Quantity required. Must identify any additional quantities that are desired as an

option, or identify the contract as an indefinite quantity contract.

(3) Term of lease. Number of days equipment will be needed. Describe intended use

of equipment. Give estimated dates of on-hire and intended redelivery location(s). State

equipment drop off (leased at one location and returned at another) requirements.

(4) Chassis support. Specify if chassis support is required for handling containers at

the requester’s facility and if chassis equipment is needed for further movement to the SPOE.

Chassis will not be shipped with containers unless needed for container handling support at the

SPOD.
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(5) Refrigerated container support. Specify requirement for additional support (i.e.,

generator sets, spare part kits, manuals).

(6) Required delivery date at the requester’s facility. Give location, hours of

operation, address, POC, and phone numbers.

(7) Vessel information (if available). Name of ship on which container(s)/ intermodal

equipment will be loaded, on-berth date, and SPOE. Requesting activities must ensure that

operational security considerations have been addressed prior to submitting vessel information.

(8) Advise ability to provide CSC certified inspector(s) to conduct acceptance

inspection of container(s) and related intermodal equipment being leased at location in Paragraph

C.2.a.(6) above.

b. Upon receipt of E-mailed requirement, MTMC will estimate the lease cost and

request a MIPR with funding data to cover contracting action. An RFP for procurement will not

be issued until funding is received. The estimated lease cost will include lease per diem,

estimated repair cost, drop off charges, funds for special items, inspection fees, linehaul and/or

drayage fees, and detention, damage, and/or demurrage fees.

c. To promote container management, particularly during contingency or crisis, all DOD

Components leasing containers and/or intermodal equipment through their own Service

contracting offices outside the scope and purview of this Regulation must send E-mail to

lease@mtmc.army.mil providing MTMC the following information within 10 days of receipt:

(1) Activity and/or Unit requiring leased equipment.

(2) Activity and/or Unit POC and phone number.

(3) Equipment Serial Numbers, e.g., ISO number for container, for all containers

received.

d. Receiving units (lessees) must inspect leased containers prior to acceptance to ensure

that the containers meet their material condition requirements. If a container is rejected, they

must notify MTMC immediately of the rejection and provide the relevant details. MTMC will

arrange for the vendor to provide a suitable replacement container. Once the lessee accepts the

container, the lessee has legal control over the container and is responsible for the employment,

management, care, repair movement and return of the container to the agreed upon location.

D. CONTAINER HANDLING

1. General. Containers (Military Van (MILVAN) and commercial) are constructed for

specific handling procedures. Other methods of handling will result in damage and deterioration

of containers. Procedures contained in this Paragraph must be followed to prolong useful lives

of containers and to reduce the cost of maintenance and repair. All container-handling

operations will be conducted safely. Anyone observing unsafe conditions during container

handling is required to stop the handling operations. Container handling may resume after the

unsafe condition is corrected.
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2. Proper Container Handling Equipment (CHE). Use proper CHE utilizing top-lifting

devices such as front and side loaders, straddle cranes, and Rough Terrain Container Handlers

whenever handling containers.

3. Crane Requirements. Lift with cranes of suitable rated capacity equipped with:

a. Spreader bar with automatic or semiautomatic twist locks compatible with top-corner

fittings.

b. Spreader bar with hooks or shackles that engage top-corner fittings for lifting in a

vertical plane. Only lift loaded containers from the top-corner fittings if spreader bars are used

that apply direct vertical force to the corner fittings.

c. Sling and bridle arrangements with hooks or shackles that engage all four top fittings

provided the bridle is made from wire rope or cable and carries the current certification by a

competent authority that the design factor is a minimum of five. Chains should not be used

because of the difficulty in detecting metal fatigue.

4. Forklifts. Use forklifts with great care. Incorrect usage can cause major container

damage and personal injury. Containers must never be picked up from the bottom by a standard

design forklift unless the container is equipped with forklift pockets and the forklift operator is

assisted by at least one ground guide.

5. Care when lifting. Use great care when lowering the top-lifting device over the container

to avoid puncture damage to the top of the container. When appropriate, tag lines affixed to the

lifting device should be used for initial alignment.

6. Positioning.

a. Containers are designed to support their weight and that of their contents through

bottom corner castings. When removed from a chassis, place containers on drained, hardstand

surfaces with all four lower corner castings placed on blocks (dunnage) four to six inches high.

This prevents rocks and debris from exerting pressure against lower structural members of the

container and allows air circulation that will prevent moisture damage to the container.

Containers may be temporarily placed directly on a paved hardstand for stuffing and unstuffing

operations.

b. Containers should remain on the chassis while being stuffed or unstuffed unless

proper CHE is available.

c. Stacking. Stack containers only as high as safely permissible by local conditions, but

not greater than the manufacturer’s recommended stacking capacities.
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CHAPTER 603

CONTAINER CODING AND MARKING

A. PURPOSE

This Chapter provides uniform policies and procedures for coding and marking DOD-owned

intermodal containers. These policies and procedures are mandatory for all DOD Components.

B. RESPONSIBILITIES

1. USTRANSCOM. Establish procedures, assign responsibilities, and maintain a single

register for all DOD-owned intermodal ISO containers. MTMC is the USTRANSCOM

executive agent for containerization including coding and marking.

2. The DOD Components.

a. Request ISO serial numbers from MTMC when purchasing new or used ISO

containers.

(1) When procuring new containers, provide MTMC with a full description of the

container including the National Stock Number, overall dimensions and ISO size and/or type

code, quantity, accountable owner DODAAC, and POC with phone number and mailing address

and a copy of the contractual delivery order. MTMC will generate required ISO number(s),

which will be stenciled on the containers by the manufacturer. When procuring modular ISO

units such as Triple Containers and Quadruple Containers, a separate and distinct serial number

will be assigned to each unit. Any requested serial numbers that are not used must be reported to

MTMC for the removal from the ISO register.

(2) When procuring used containers or purchasing leased containers, provide MTMC

with the current four letter alpha prefix, six digit serial number and one-digit check digit, new

accountable owner DODAAC, type container including overall dimensions, and POC with phone

number and mailing address.

b. Inspect new containers immediately upon receipt IAW Chapter 604. The initial CSC

inspection of a new container is valid for five years. CSC reinspect and recertification is

required at intervals not to exceed 30 months thereafter.

c. Ensure newly procured containers have registered DOD ISO numbers and a CSC

safety approval plate.

d. Inventory Service unique, DOD-owned common-use, and CADS containers and

specify expiration date of CSC decals as requested by MTMC.

e. Budget and fund for coding and marking of Component-owned containers.
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C. MARKING PROCEDURES

1. General. These procedures apply to all DOD-owned ISO containers.

2. ISO Number.

a. Composition and Marking. The ISO number consists of 11 characters; a four-letter

ownership code followed by a six-digit serial number, a hyphen, and a check digit. See Table

603-1 below for examples. The ownership code, serial number, and check digit letters and

numbers will be not less than four inches high. Maximum gross and tare weight letters and

numbers will be not less than two inches high. All characters will be of proportionate width and

thickness and will be durable and of a contrasting color. Maximum gross and tare weight figures

will be displayed in both kilograms and pounds, consisting of five and four characters

respectively.

Table 603-1. Examples of ISO Number Composition

Example ISO Number Designation

USAG 003209-0 Original general cargo MILVAN

USAG 060000-9 New general cargo MILVAN

USAA 005631-6 Original restraint MILVAN

USAR 000001-7 Refrigerated container

b. Placement. The ISO number will be placed on the upper-right section of all fourcontainer sides. The number will be horizontal, if possible. If construction of the container does

not permit easy application of horizontal numbers on the sides, (such as Flatracks), the number

may be placed on the top rail or may be placed vertically. The ISO number will also be placed at

each end of the roof with the bottom of each character toward the associated end. Maximum

gross and tare weights will be displayed in both kilograms and pounds. See Figures 603-1

through 603-4 for pictorial layouts of ISO identification markings.

c. Ownership Codes. Currently assigned codes are listed in Table 603-2 below. To

obtain a new ownership code, submit a request to MTMC including full description of the

container including overall dimensions and ISO size and/or type code, quantity, accountable

owner DODAAC, and POC with phone number and mailing address. MTMC will obtain

approval for the new ownership code and pass it back to the DOD Component once it is

assigned. Newly procured containers will be assigned four digit ownership codes ending in “U”

to enable the new containers to be recognized by commercial industry ITV systems. Exception

to this coding is made for Deployable Medical System containers, which will continue to use the

“USAH” designation to identify US Army Hospital containers. Different component command

container owners under the new ownership codes are recognized by distinct number series.

Existing containers may be changed to the new ownership codes by reregistering in the MTMC

register. Changing to the new ownership codes should be considered if the containers are to be

equipped with ISO standard 10374 automatic equipment identification tags.
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Table 603-2. ISO Ownership Codes Assigned to DOD Components

and Associated Component Manager

Ownership Code Component

USAA US Army Ammunition/Ordnance (Retired)

USAG US Army General Cargo (Retired)

USAR US Army Refrigerated Vans (Retired)

USAF US Army Flatrack (Retired)

USAH US Army Hospital Vans

USAU US Army

USSC/MHQU Military Sealift Command

DODU DOD Common-Use/CADS

USNG US Navy General Cargo (Retired)

USNU US Navy

USNR US Navy Refrigerated Vans (Retired)

USMU US Marine Corps

USFU US Air Force

Figure 603-1. Typical Door Markings (from MIL-HDBK-138B)
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Figure 603-2. Typical Horizontal Layout of ISO Identification Markings
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Figure 603-3. Typical Vertical Layout of ISO Identification Markings
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Figure 603-4. Typical Flatrack Markings
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CHAPTER 604

CONTAINER INSPECTION, REINSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND

REPAIR

A. PURPOSE

This Chapter assigns responsibilities, establishes policies, and provides procedures for

inspection, reinspection, maintenance, and repair of all DOD containers.

B. POLICY

1. All ISO containers that move in the DTS must be certified to meet 49 CFR and CSC/46

U.S.C. app. 1503 standards. Activities possessing DOD container(s) that transit the DTS will

inspect, reinspect, and perform organization (user) level maintenance on containers, as needed.

Inspectors qualified to certify that containers meet 49 CFR and CSC/46 U.S.C. app. 1503

standards will visually inspect containers for damage and/or serviceability before stuffing to

ensure safe movement. Loaded containers will be visually inspected at each transit node.

2. Inspector Certification. Certified DOD or contractor personnel must perform inspections

and reinspections. DOD personnel will and contractor personnel may be certified by attending

the Intermodal Dry Cargo Container CSC Reinspection Course conducted by the U.S. Army

Defense Ammunition Center, McAlester, OK 74501-9002. DOD inspectors must be recertified

every 48 months. A copy of the training certificate and/or orders designating the individual as a

CSC inspector will be forwarded to the appropriate Component HQ. As an option to the resident

course, the formal Computer Based Training module may be used.

3. Ammunition Container Criteria. MIL-HDBK-138B, is designated the DOD standard for

ammunition containers, and will be used to inspect, reinspect, and select DOD ammunition

containers. The criteria contained within this Regulation complies with serviceability

requirements prescribed by international recommendations and mandated by US transportation

law for the shipment of United Nations Class 1 explosive materials.

4. Dry Cargo Container Criteria. DOD criteria for inspection, reinspection, and selection of

containers for shipment of dry cargo other than ammunition will be the standards established by

the CSC/46 U.S.C. app. 1503. Commercial container leasing standards, such as the current

edition of the IICL Standards that meet CSC/46 U.S.C. app. 1503 criteria will be accepted in lieu

of separate, unique DOD standards. MIL-HDBK-138B incorporates IICL standards for

inspection criteria for dry cargo (non-ammunition) containers.
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5. Maintain and repair DOD and commercial containers IAW the appropriate international,

federal, DOD, industry standards or as recommended by the container manufacturer. Standards

include the IMDGC, 49 CFR 450-453, current editions of IICL Repair Manual for Steel Freight

Containers, service technical manuals (i.e. TB 55-8115-200-233 Standards and Maintenance of

MILVAN Containers and TB 55-8115-200-237P Organization and Direct Support Maintenance

Manual,) and other approved repair manuals.

6. ISO-Configured Tactical Shelters. MIL-HDBK-138B includes inspection criteria for

ISO-configured tactical shelters.

C. RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Services and DOD Agencies will do the following for all ISO configured containers on

their accounts or under their control that require CSC certification for movement in the DTS:

a. IAW 49 CFR 452, ensure containers are examined for serviceability by certified

school-trained inspectors every 30 months to meet CSC/46 U.S.C. app. 1503 or IMDGC

standards as appropriate. Ensure all inspections are accomplished IAW MIL-HDBK-138B.

b. Ensure maintenance and repair is performed only by qualified personnel.

c. Ensure organization (user) maintenance and repair is performed on DOD-owned

common-use and CADS containers.

d. Initially fund organization (user) maintenance (less than $300) and repair of DODowned common-use and CADS containers.

e. Fund for inspection and/or reinspection for DOD-owned common-use, CADS and

Component-owned ISO containers.

f. Perform and fund all maintenance (user through depot level) on Component-owned

ISO configured containers to ensure appropriate standards are met.

g. MTMC will contract for depot maintenance and repair on leased, DOD-owned

common-use and CADS containers, as required.

h. Provide MTMC with the appropriate Container Inspection Checklist (Appendix A)

for all DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers inspected for those containers requiring

repair above organization (user) repair.

i. Take disposal action on all uneconomically repairable DOD-owned common-use and

CADS containers. MTMC will provide a DD 1348, DOD Single Line Item Requisition System

Document (Manual), Figure 604-1, document number for disposal processing. Accomplish

disposal through the nearest Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO) and return the

signed, completed copy of DD Form 1348-1A, Issue Release/Receipt Document, Figure 604-2,

or DD Form 1348-2, Issue Release/Receipt Document with Address Label, Figure 604-3, to

MTMC for accountability purposes.
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Figure 604-1. Form DD 1348, DOD Single Line Item Requisition System Document

(Manual)
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Figure 604-2. DD Form 1348-1A, Issue Release/Receipt Document
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Figure 604-3. DD Form 1348-2, Issue Release/Receipt Document with Address Label

j. Dispose of unserviceable Component-owned containers IAW Component directives,

instructions, and regulations.
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k. Ensure all containers turned into DRMO have all markings removed and/or

obliterated to preclude reentry into the DTS.

l. Ensure any container drawn from DRMO for purposes other than moving cargo has

the ISO serial number removed and/or obliterated to ensure it does not reenter the DTS.

D. PROCEDURES

1. New ISO Containers. New ISO containers, regardless of source, come with a CSC safety

approval plate showing month and year the equipment must be reinspected. If new ISO

containers are received without a CSC safety plate, the receiving activity must ensure the items

are inspected and certified safe for movement, and affix a CSC safety plate to the item. This

inspection and certification is done by organizations to which the Coast Guard Commandant (GMSO) has delegated authority to approve containers as complying with the International Safe

Container Act IAW 49 CFR 450, General requirements. For assistance with CSC safety plate,

contact HQ MTMC, 200 Stovall Street (ATTN: MTOP-JE), Alexandria VA 22332-5000, DSN

328-2467.

2. Required Periodic Reinspections. ISO containers require reinspection and recertification

prior to the expiration of date on the DD Form 2282. Use the checklists found in Appendix A.

a. Containers with less than 60 days to required reinspection should be reinspected prior

to any loading and transport. Plated items that are in-transit with less than 60 days before

reinspection may continue to proceed to their destination for unloading if they have no obvious

safety defects. However, they must be reinspected as soon as possible and cannot be reloaded

(stuffed) before reinspection. Plated items with expired reinspection dates cannot be placed

aboard ship before reinspection and recertification. However, empty containers may be moved

to another location for reinspection or repairs. After ISO containers have been reinspected, affix

DD Form 2282 on the safety approval plate, showing month and year item must be reinspected.

MTMC will obtain and issue DD Forms 2282 to all DOD activities. A person who places a DD

Form 2282 decal on an item that has not been re-inspected according to requirements will be

subject to punishment under 18 U.S.C. 1001, Statements or Entries Generally. Under no

circumstances will the DD Form 2282 be painted over or covered.

b. ISO containers that do not comply with periodic reinspection requirements will be

placed under detention. Detention is the prime tool of the US Coast Guard and foreign

governments to control and enforce CSC/46 U.S.C. app. 1503 requirements. It prohibits or

limits movement of containers not meeting appropriate standards. Such equipment may not be

moved in or loaded for movement in the DTS until appropriate standards are met. Detention

orders will also be issued for unapproved containers and/or containers presenting an obvious risk

to safety.
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c. DD Form 2282 decals will conform to the color scheme and dates shown in Table

604-1:

Table 604-1. Color Scheme and Dates for CSC Decals

Due Date For Yearly Inspection Background Color

1999, 2005 Blue

2000, 2006 Yellow

2001, 2007 Red

2002, 2008 Black

2003, 2009 Green

2004, 2010 Brown

3. Reinspection Criteria. Reinspections required by this Chapter will conform to the

following guidelines:

a. Each reinspection will include a detailed visual examination for defects such as

cracks, failures, corrosion, missing or deteriorated fasteners, and any other safety-related

deficiency or damage that could place a person in danger. Such deficiencies will be corrected so

that deficient containers are not placed in service.

b. Each reinspection will take into account the particular characteristics of various types

of containers and materials of construction.

c. Time will be scheduled to allow for a detailed reinspection of containers. For DODowned common-use or CADS containers, MTMC will notify activities at least 60 days before

due date of required reinspections.

4. Reinspection Records.

a. Use the forms shown at Appendix A for documenting inspections performed on

DOD-owned and/or leased ISO containers prior to loading for shipment by any mode within the

DTS.

b. When completed reinspections show no work required to meet CSC/46 U.S.C. app.

1503 requirements, the inspector will punch the month of expiration on the DD Form 2282 (30

months from date of inspection), apply the decal, and complete reporting requirements, as

described below.

c. When repairs are required to meet CSC/46 U.S.C. app. 1503 requirements, a certified

inspector will inspect all repairs. Accomplishment of repairs will be recorded on the proper

work order form. The inspector will certify that repairs were satisfactorily completed. The

inspector will punch the month of expiration on DD Form 2282 (30 months from date of

inspection), apply decal, and complete reporting requirements.
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5. Reporting Requirements.

a. For DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers, forward the forms within 10

days of inspection to:

Commander

HQ Military Traffic Management Command

ATTN: MTOP-JE

200 Stovall Street

Alexandria VA 22332-5000

b. For Component-owned ISO containers, retention and disposition instructions for

checklists will be promulgated by Component competent authority.

c. Disposition and maintenance of records.

(1) The DOD Components maintain central repositories for CSC inspection records

for their containers. MTMC will be the central repository for CSC inspection reports on DODowned common-use and CADS containers. Records must include ISO number of the equipment,

date of last inspection, and identification of the inspector. This will ensure compliance with 49

CFR Part 452.3(b), Elements of Periodic Examinations, which requires that any container

inspection report be made available to the US Coast Guard upon request.

(2) Maintain inspection records until next reinspection is completed.

(3) Completed forms for Component-owned ISO containers will be centrally

controlled and/or located as directed by Component competent authority.

6. Reinspection Cost. Cost of reinspection, whether completed in-house or contracted-out,

is the responsibility of the owning DOD Component and will be budgeted for accordingly. The

DOD Components must also plan and budget for reinspection costs associated with DOD-owned

common-use and CADS containers under their control based on historical usage.

7. Reinspection In Conjunction With Other Inspections. Periodic CSC reinspection of ISO

containers can be performed concurrently with other routine equipment inspections. CSC

reinspection should always be performed and a new decal applied when substantial (more than

$300) repair is performed.

E. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

1. DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers at the organization (user) level:

Activities possessing containers when deficiencies are noted are responsible for coordinating

with the MTMC to ensure required maintenance and/or repair is performed to acceptable

standards. Document deficiencies corrected and repairs completed on forms shown in Appendix

A and forward to address shown in Paragraph D.5.a above. When maintenance and/or repairs

are complete, have the container certified by an approved CSC inspector and affix a DD Form

2282 to the container. User level maintenance and repair is considered any repair under the

amount of $300.
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2. DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers above organization (unit) level:

a. If maintenance and/or repair of a container exceed organization (user) level, complete

and forward forms shown in Appendix A to the address in Paragraph D.5.a above. After review,

MTMC will provide either movement or disposal instructions to the reporting activity.

b. If a container is economically reparable, MTMC will provide instructions to the

reporting activity to move the item to a repair facility. MTMC will also provide follow-on

instructions for return of the item to the reporting activity, remarking with post-repair DD Form

2282 and return to service.

c. If MTMC determines a container to be uneconomically reparable, DD Form 1348-1A

(Figure 604-2) or DD Form 1348-2 (Figure 604-3) will be prepared by the property book officer

(PBO), MTMC, and forwarded to the reporting activity. The reporting activity will arrange for

the container to be turned into the local DRMO, obtain a signature when accepted by DRMO,

and return a signed copy to MTMC for accountability purposes and changes to ISO register and

tracking system.

d. Upon receipt of turn-in documentation, PBO, MTMC, adjusts property records and

the Continuing Balance System - Expanded Report, as required.

e. Upon receipt of turn-in documentation, MTMC adjusts the ISO register, deleting the

serial number.

f. When a container is turned in to DRMO, remove and/or obliterate all identification

data to preclude reentry into the DOD container system and possible use in the DTS.

3. Component-Owned Container Maintenance and Repair.

a. Component-owned containers will be maintained at CSC/IMDGC Code standards as

directed by the applicable Component.

b. The forms shown in Appendix A will be used to document deficiencies found during

inspection of containers. Completed forms will be controlled and/or located as directed by the

Component.

c. Accountability, tracking, and disposition of Component-owned containers will be as

directed by the applicable Component.

d. Report containers disposed of through DRMO to MTMC (see Paragraph D.5.a for

address) to delete from the ISO register. Component-owned containers disposed of through

DRMO will have all markings removed and/or obliterated to preclude reentry into the DOD

container system.
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4. MTMC-Leased Containers.

a. Maintenance of MTMC-leased container(s) will be coordinated with MTMC by the

Component using the containers. No repairs will be conducted unless prior authorization is

provided by MTMC.

b. Containers will only be repaired if a requirement exists for container use and no other

containers are available. Normally, the container owner will repair containers after the container

has been redelivered after government use.

F. MAINTENANCE EXPENDITURE LIMITS (MELS)

1. MELs are established on the basis of whether repair or replacement is the most

economical, operationally effective option for containers requiring maintenance. Total cost to

repair the item will not exceed the worth of the repaired item as compared to a like or equivalent

new replacement. Primary factors used as value are: reliability and durability, which, in turn,

determine operational and logistics effectiveness. Cost associated with organization (user) level

maintenance will not be included in computation of repair costs.

2. MELs are maximum dollar amounts that can be spent for one-time repair to return an

item to fully serviceable condition.

a. MELs for MILVANS (Ammunition and General Cargo) are identified in Army

Technical Bulletin (TB) 43-0002-40, Maintenance Expenditure Limits for FSC Group 81.

b. MELs for DOD-owned common-use and CADS commercial containers will not

exceed 65 percent of acquisition cost for one-time repair. Cost of each type of container is

available from property records maintained at MTMC PBO.

c. DOD Components will establish MELs and waiver criteria for all containers owned.

3. MTMC Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel and Logistics will approve all waivers that

exceed MEL for DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers.

G. FUNDING FOR DOD COMMON-USE AND CADS CONTAINERS

1. Organization (user) maintenance required will be reported to MTMC in the CONUS, or

to MTMC or any MTMC port administering a container repair contract when located outside the

CONUS for it to decide whether to repair containers and where repairs will be made. If MTMC

or its port representative determines that the user should perform and/or arrange for necessary

repairs, the user will obtain reimbursement through resource management channels for costs

incurred provided that required documentation is submitted in the prescribed format.

2. MTMC will program a combination of appropriated and TWCF funding for maintenance

above organization (user) level. This will be validated through Deputy Chief of Staff Resource

Management, MTMC.
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3. Activities in receipt of DOD-owned common-use, and CADS containers requiring repair

or replacement, will be entitled to recover from the shipper those funds expended to repair any

container determined to be economically repairable at organizational (user) level. This

entitlement is also applicable to any common-user container received in an uneconomically

repairable condition if the container must be downloaded into a serviceable container. For

containers damaged while in the possession of a carrier, a claim against that carrier will be

initiated for compensation under provisions of the DTR, Part II, Cargo Movement.
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CHAPTER 605

CONTAINER MOVEMENT REPORTING, TRACKING, AND INVENTORY

REQUIREMENTS

A. PURPOSE

This Chapter provides general information, responsibilities, and policy concerning movement

reporting, tracking, and inventory requirements for containers. Proper documentation is

mandatory to support transportation operations and ITV requirements.

B. MOVEMENT REPORTING AND TRACKING RESPONSIBILITIES

1. USTRANSCOM will:

a. Develop and coordinate requirements for data to effect shipment of cargo in

containers.

b. Ensure wide distribution of information concerning performance of shipping

activities in generating accurate and complete data.

c. Coordinate and publish standard movement procedures to be used for all DOD

shipments.

2. The Heads of the DOD Components will:

a. Ensure shipping activities are aware of standard shipment documentation

requirements and strictly enforce compliance with standards.

b. Unit commanders must ensure DTR, Part II, Cargo Movement procedures are

adhered to during movement of unit cargo.

C. CMR PROCEDURES

1. All activities (regardless of command, location, or service), that receive, ship, transship,

and/or load/unload DOD common-use and CADS containers will report such actions by CMR,

(RCS-MTMC-179), within two working days. These reports form the basis for container control

administered by MTMC and provide current location and/or destination of containers.

2. Report container movements either by E-mail, facsimile (FAX), routine message in

language media format (LMF), or via the AMS Worldwide Web (WWW) page.

3. All activities reporting movement of DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers

will include a shipping document number for each transaction to provide a complete audit trail.

The shipping document number will be a transportation control number (TCN) or Bill of Lading

(BL) number preceded by the shipper’s DODAAC.
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D. CMR GUIDANCE (E-MAIL AND FAX)

1. CMRs will be sent via E-mail to cads@mtmc.army.mil. Fax cover sheet will be

addressed to ATTN: MTOP-JE and sent to DSN 328-3373, or commercial 703 428-3373. An

information copy will be provided to the consignee and transshipment points. Reports will be

encoded using one line per container. To ensure accurate and complete reporting, several

different sample CMRs are provided in Figures 605-1, 605-2, and 605-3.

2. All required information must be provided in the correct order. The format must follow

the samples as closely as possible. Excel spreadsheets attached to E-mail files are acceptable as

long as they contain all the required information in the order it is required. Enter only properly

coded information. Coding instructions are provided in Table 605-1.

3. The shipping order number will be annotated on the CMR. The shipping order is a 14-

digit number beginning with “C” and the year. It is found in Block 15 or 18 on the BL.

E. CMR GUIDANCE (MESSAGE)

1. CMR (RCS-MTMC-179) will be shown as subject. The message will be addressed to

CDRMTMC ALEXANDRIA VA//MTOP-JE// with an information copy to each transshipment

point and consignee. Reports will be encoded using one line per container.

2. Format of the message is based on the format discussed in paragraph D.2 above. The

message will be in a disciplined format. Only properly coded information for each field will be

entered in correct sequence. Sample message forms of these worksheets are included as Figures

605-1, 605-2, and 605-3.

3. Note that the LMF block on DD Form 173/2, Joint Message Form, must indicate TC for

message input into the container movement history file.

4. The shipping order number will be annotated on the CMR. The shipping order is a 14-

digit number beginning with “C” and the year. It is found in Block 15 or 18 on the BL.
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Table 605-1. Format for CMR (RCS-MTMC-179)

Field Name Elements Field Description and Instructions

Asset Marks 1-4 Asset marks is a four digit alphabetic code that precedes a container serial

number. Example of asset mark is “USAU”.

Serial Number 5-11 Asset serial number is a six digit numeric field that follows the Asset mark, and

comes before the check digit.

Check Digit 12 Check digit is a single digit following container serial number. Normally

follows a “-“, is within a white box background, or is surrounded by a border on

the actual container.

Action Code 13 Enter “S” if reporting the shipment of a container. Enter “R” if reporting the

Receipt of a container.

Lading Code 14 Enter “L” if the container is loaded. Enter “E” if the container is empty.

Transaction

Date

15-19 Enter the 5 digit Julian date (02271) for all manual reports. AMS uses a

standard MM/DD/YY format.

Reporting

DODAAC

20-25 Enter the DODAAC of the activity originating the report (When using AMS,

this field will automatically be populated with the DODAAC of the activity

making the report).

Responsible

DODAAC

26-30 This is the DODAAC of the activity that has possession of the container. When

reporting a shipment, this is the DODAAC of the activity that is shipping the

container. When reporting receipt, this is the DODAAC of the activity that

received the container. Will most likely be the same as the “Reporting

DODAAC”.

Consignee

(Destination)

31-36 This is the DODAAC of the activity that is the end recipient of the container

(final destination of the container).

Shipping

Order Number

37-51 Shipping order need only be entered once for all containers moving on the same

order if submitting a manual report. If using AMS, shipping order will

automatically be copied from line to line. Shipping order is a key element for

tracking of government owned containers in AMS. For commercial containers,

delivery order number should be substituted.

Asset Type 52-55 For government owned containers, enter 2200 for end opening containers

(regardless of actual height or asset type), 2205 for side opening containers,

2064 for half height containers, and 2063 for flatracks.

Document

Number

(Remarks)

Enter a shipping document number that will provide an audit trail for the

shipment. Use BL number for shipments within CONUS, and 14 position TCN

number for shipments from CONUS to outside the CONUS.
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Figure 605-1. Sample Message Activity Other Than Port
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Figure 605-2. Sample Message Port
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Figure 605-3. Sample Message Overseas Port
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F. AMS

1. The AMS allows activities to report container movements directly to the AMS database

located in Alexandria, VA. CMRs are entered through a web page that is accessed using a

personal computer.

2. MTMC will provide AMS instructions on use and how to obtain a password on their

website.

G. GTN

1. The USTRANSCOM GTN provides ITV of containerized cargo for DOD.

2. GTN is the DOD ITV system. GTN is an integrated database system available via the

WWW for menu-driven queries. It provides users with a wide variety of ITV data to include

data on containers and content. GTN also provides C2 and business applications. GTN takes in

critical source data feeds from DOD and commercial carriers to provide movement visibility.

3. For GTN access and additional information regarding the distance learning tools, contact

USTRANSCOM TCJ3/4-MS, DSN 779-1036. DOD customers can access GTN via its web

address https://www.gtn.transcom.mil.

4. ITV Reporting Requirements. ITV data timeliness is a critical factor in the effective

management of assets moving through the logistics pipeline. Standards for ITV data capture

timeliness applicable to containerized movement are:

a. Four hours for all ocean shipments.

b. Two hours for all intratheater shipments and passenger movements (all modes).

c. One hour for all unit and non-unit equipment shipments.

d. One hour for all air shipments and passenger movements.

5. Automated systems (organic electronic, automated identification technology (AIT)) or

business process facilitating ITV data capture must be designed to support these timeliness

objectives.

H. CONTAINER AIT REQUIREMENTS

AIT is a suite of read and write technologies (2D & Linear Bar codes, Radio Frequency

Identification Tags (RFID), Optical Memory Cards, and Satellite Tracking) that enables and

facilitates data collection and transmission to information systems. RFID, when applied to

containers, provides geographic visibility through regional servers of the container whether in

process, in-transit, or in-storage while giving the CINCs and logisticians asset visibility and C2

throughout the logistics pipeline. The key to AIT integration into the DOD is that the devices

enable process improvements for data quality and capture, and business processes.
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I. INTRODUCTION OF NEW TECHNOLOGY

Reporting requirements addressed Paragraphs B through G are subject to change as new

technologies are introduced into transportation operations. Questions on data requirements must

be forwarded to USTRANSCOM TC/LTS for review and action to ensure that standard,

integrated practices are adopted. USTRANSCOM will coordinate with activities to identify

minimum essential data elements for tags. DOD automated transportation information systems

that generate data must be modified to accept and produce the data as soon as the standard is

approved.

J. INVENTORY POLICY

1. Inventories of all DOD intermodal ISO containers regardless of ownership ensure

authorizations are correct, accountability is maintained, and that the DOD ISO container register

is current and accurate. Maintaining an up-to-date ISO container register improves management,

provides a safe DOD container system, and a base from which to project future DOD

requirements.

2. Inventories will routinely be conducted on a biennial basis, during the fourth quarter of

the calendar year and at other times as necessary. Biennial inventories to update the DOD ISO

Register will be initiated by USTRANSCOM.

3. Service and/or DOD activity container control and/or management offices will coordinate

responses to inventory data requests from MTMC and forward responses to requests within 90

days of receipt, which reflect current situation as of date specified by MTMC.

4. DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers that cannot be located during inventory

will require initiation of a property adjustment document IAW Army Regulation (AR) 735-5,

Policies and Procedures for Property Accountability.

K. INVENTORY PROCEDURES

1. When an inventory is required, MTMC will forward to each Service and/or DOD activity

container control and/or management office listed as a DOD container owner a summary as

extracted from the DOD ISO container register. MTMC will also forward a summary of DODowned common-use and CADS containers in each activity’s possession as identified in MTMCs

container tracking system. Each activity will in turn review and verify summaries for accuracy.

Type of information contained in the summaries along with descriptive explanatory information

is contained in Table 605-2.
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Table 605-2. ISO Container Register Information

ITEM DEFINITION

DODAAC Activity maintaining accountability of container; consists of 6

alphanumeric characters

ISO Serial Number ISO number assigned to container by MTMC; consists of 11

alphanumeric characters (four letters followed by a six digit serial

number and a check digit)

Year Built Year container was built; consists of 4 numeric characters

Date Assigned Julian date that ISO serial number was assigned by MTMC; consists

of four numeric characters

Container Size/Type Code Code that provides descriptive information on various type containers

owned by DOD; consists of four numeric characters

Container Condition B-Serviceable, D-Unserviceable/Awaiting Disposal, E-Needs repair

($300. Or Less), F-Needs repair/Not unserviceable, I-Needs

Inspection

a. For Component-owned containers no longer in inventory, an activity will delete the

ISO serial number from the summary and note the final disposition, if known, and provide the

information to MTMC for removal from the ISO register.

b. For Component-owned on-hand containers listed in the summary, an activity will

verify all information making corrections where necessary.

c. For Component-owned on-hand containers not listed in the summary, an activity will

insert proper information on the summary to include accountable DODAAC of owner and

provide information to MTMC for inclusion in the ISO register.

d. For DOD-owned common-use and CADS containers, activities will note transfer

document number (i.e., TCN) if the container is no longer in their possession.

2. MTMCs web based inventory system is called the DOD Container Inventory System

(DODI). Container owners can request access to the DODI application through Electronic

Transportation Acquisition (ETA) web site https://eta.mtmc.army.mil/ then select Freight/Cargo

and DODI Container Inventory System. The container owner requests access to DODI, and after

providing requested basic information, is granted access.

3. MTMC will revise the DOD ISO container register upon receipt of updated information.

L. DOD-OWNED COMMON-USE AND CADS CONTAINERS LOST, DAMAGED,

RECOVERED, OR DESTROYED

1. Containers lost, damaged, or destroyed require adjustments to HQ, MTMC

authorization/accounting documents, the DOD ISO container register, and the MTMC container

tracking system.
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2. MTMC manages the location and movement of DOD-owned common-use and CADS

containers through the AMS that identifies container ISO serial number and last known location

by DODAAC. If a container has not moved for a long period of time and/or an inventory is due,

MTMC queries the last known DODAAC concerning its status. If during this inquiry process,

the container cannot be located or if it cannot be determined to have been shipped, a Report of

Survey is required.

a. MTMC will require the last known activity having possession of the container to

initiate a statement indicating the facts and circumstances surrounding the missing container. The

statement will include all facts germane to the situation to include names and dates of individuals

having knowledge of the incident.

b. Upon receipt of the activity statement, MTMC will initiate a Report of Survey IAW

the provisions of AR 735-5, and include the statement as an exhibit.

c. Appointing and approving authority for a Report of Survey is MTMC.

d. If circumstances warrant, HQ, MTMC Commander may require an investigation

under the provisions of AR 15-6, Procedures for Investigating Officers and Boards of Officers.

Upon completion of the report of investigation, a copy will be attached to Report of Survey and

processed IAW AR 735-5.

e. Once approved, the Report of Survey will be used for property record adjustment.

3. MTMC will be notified upon discovery of an apparent excess container or other

intermodal equipment item. The Container Management Team should be given all identifiable

numbers (i.e. asset marks number, container number, condition of container/equipment).

a. The Leasing Team will determine if the container/equipment is government-owned or

commercially owned, and provide, if possible, a contract number to the Container Management

Team. Additional instructions may be found in Chapter 602 covering leasing requirements.

b. Upon proper identification as a government-owned asset, the Container Management

Team will contact needed users of asset availability. If the container/equipment is serviceable

and maybe used in intermodal traffic, the selected user must register the container with the

Container Management Team, ensure a new asset marks number is placed on the container and

follow the supply procedures IAW AR 735-5.

c. If the container/equipment will be used only for storage, then the user will strip the

container of all markings and remove the data plate.

d. The gaining user will pay for movement of the container/equipment from the

discovered location to the new user area. The gaining user will also pay all drayage costs, if

applicable.

e. If the container/equipment is identified as commercially owned, the identified owner

will be notified by MTMC to pickup the container/equipment.
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4. When a DOD-owned common-use or CADS container has been lost, damaged, or

destroyed while in possession of a carrier, provisions of the DTR, Part II, Cargo Movement,

Chapter 210 apply.

5. A transportation discrepancy report is authorized for use in lieu of a Report of Survey

when appropriate.
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CHAPTER 606

CONTAINER FISCAL MANAGEMENT

A. PURPOSE

This Chapter describes the fiscal policy for use of DOD-owned common-use and CADS

containers across the range of military operations. It designates POC for ISO container

acquisition and procurement. (For purpose of this Chapter, the term USTRANSCOM includes

its Components, in particular MTMC).

B. RESPONSIBILITIES

1. MTMC, as the USTRANSCOM executive agent for intermodal services and

containerization is responsible for the acquisition, maintenance, repair, and disposal of DOD

common user and CADS containers.

a. The Services will provide cargo workload and DOD mobilization and/or surge

container requirements to MTMC. The Army, through Operations Support Command (OSC),

provides CADS container requirements to MTMC.

b. MTMC will then determine the size of the DOD common user and CADS container

fleets. MTMC will determine the costs for acquisition, maintenance, and repair of the DOD

common user and CADS fleets.

c. MTMC will separately identify the costs relating to the portion of each fleet that will

be utilized in peacetime and the costs relating to maintenance of a contingency and/or surge

capability.

d. MTMC will provide container procurement, leasing and other management services

to all DOD Components, upon request.

2. The Heads of the DOD Components will be responsible for all fiscal requirements for

their Component-owned containers. They are encouraged to use MTMC as a single source for

commercial container procurement and leasing.

C. FISCAL POLICY

1. Acquisition, maintenance, repair, and disposal of the portion of the DOD and CADS

fleets, which USTRANSCOM determines to be utilized for peacetime cargo movements, will be

funded via the MTMC TWCF Port Handling Business Area. The Services will indirectly

provide funding for cargo movement that utilizes DOD common user or CADS containers. The

Services need not separately identify funding.

2. Acquisition, maintenance, repair, and disposal of the portion of the DOD and CADS

fleets that MTMC determines to be required solely for mobilization and/or surge capability will

be funded as follows:
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a. DOD common user containers maintained for mobilization and/or surge will be

funded by the Services on a pro rata basis. MTMC will develop budgetary requirements based

on the sizing of the DOD fleet maintained for mobilization and/or surge purposes.

b. CADS containers maintained for mobilization and/or surge will be funded by the

Army. MTMC, in coordination with OSC, will develop budgetary requirements based on the

sizing of the CADS fleet maintained for mobilization and/or surge purposes.

c. The Services (DOD Components) are responsible for budgeting and funding for the

acquisition, maintenance, repair, and disposal of all Component-owned (non common-use)

containers they manage.

3. The Services (DOD Components) are responsible for budgeting and funding for leased

containers acquired by them and/or under their control.
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CHAPTER 607

MOVEMENT OF INTERMODAL CONTAINERS BY AIR

A. PURPOSE

This Chapter provides policies and procedures to both users and operators of the organic

DOD airlift system on airlift of ISO containers and ISO configured tactical shelters across the

range of military operations.

B. POLICY

1. Movement of ISO containers via Air Mobility Command (AMC) controlled aircraft must

be air eligible cargo with an appropriate transportation priority authorized under provisions of

this Regulation, Part II, Cargo Movement or Joint Pub 4-01, Joint Doctrine for the Defense

Transportation System.

2. AMC, as the operator of the DOD airlift system, will remain proficient in its ability to

move and handle ISO containers and shelters by peacetime training.

3. Only up to 20-foot ISO containers and shelters with up-to-date CSC inspections will be

moved in the DOD airlift system.

4. Use of AMC-approved 463-L adapter pallets for 20-foot ISO containers is encouraged

when airlift is essential during peacetime operations or is necessary to support Time Phased

Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) requirements.

C. RESPONSIBILITIES

1. AMC will provide the following capabilities at their aerial ports for sustainment

movement of ISO containers:

a. Airlift support of all ISO containers and shelters to meet validated movement

requirements.

b. Remove the container or shelter from the chassis or trailer when it arrives at the

APOE.

c. Palletize and store the container or shelter. Provide 463-L pallets, highline dock,

palletizing and storage equipment, tiedown equipment, and palletizing personnel.

d. Jointly inspect the containers and tactical shelters with the user.

e. Load the aircraft and prepare documentation such as air manifests.

f. Place the container or shelter on the chassis or trailer at the destination.
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2. AMC will provide the following capabilities during unit moves that do not originate at

AMC aerial ports:

a. Jointly inspect containers and tactical shelters with the user.

b. Load aircraft and prepare documentation such as air manifests.

c. Place the container or shelter on the chassis or trailer at the destination.

3. Users and/or Shippers will:

a. Provide containers and shelters that meet ISO specification and CSC standards as

identified by this Regulation.

b. Move containers and shelters to the appropriate AMC aerial port or previously

established APOE.

c. Ensure containers and shelters are properly prepared for air movement. For unit

moves, provide palletized loads to AMC Tanker Airlift Control Element (TALCE) or aerial port.

d. Secure internal contents to prevent shifting during transit.

e. Ensure HAZMAT installed or stowed inside of containers or shelters comply with the

provisions of Air Force Interservice Manual (AFMAN) 24-204(I), Technical Manual (TM) 38-

250, Marine Corps Order (MCO) P4030.19H, Naval Supply (NAVSUP) Pub 505, and Defense

Logistics Agency Instruction (DLAI) 4145.3, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air

Shipments, (https://www.afmc-mil.wpafb.af.mil/Hazmat/AFJMAM.htm).

f. Ensure containers and shelters do not exceed maximum gross weights for air

movement as contained in Table 607-1.

g. Participate in Joint inspections of palletized containers and shelters with supporting

AMC TALCE or Mission Support Team (MST).

h. Provide shipping documentation for air movement of cargo.

i. Provide load team assistance to aerial port personnel.

j. Obtain AMC approval of any special adapter pallets or equipment to be used in lieu

of standard 463-L pallet systems.

k. Movement of ISO containers will be reported to MTMC IAW Chapter 605.

D. PROCEDURES

1. Air movement subjects containers and shelters to rapid acceleration and deceleration.

Contents must be adequately secured to preclude shifting of center of gravity of the container or

shelter during flight.
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2. Containers and shelters will be prepared for air movement IAW AFJI 24-108/FM 55-

12/FMFM 4-6, Movement of Units in Air Force Aircraft.

3. HAZMAT installed or stowed in containers and shelters may be moved aboard DOD

aircraft. Shippers obtain packaging and compatibility waivers according to Chapter 2, AFMAN

24-204(I), TM 38-250, MCO P4030.19H, NAVSUP Pub 505, and DLAI 4145.3.

4. Joint inspections will be performed by shipping unit and supporting TALCE/MST.

Containers and shelters will be opened and verified for adequate security of cargo and

compliance with hazardous cargo restrictions at the discretion of supporting TALCE/MST.

5. Containers and tactical shelters prepared for air movement are restricted by weight based

on pallet configuration, type aircraft, and load plan location. Maximum gross planning weights

are provided in Table 607-1.

Table 607-1. Maximum Gross Container Weights*

C-130 E&H C-141B C-5 C-17

CONFIGURATION Low Strength

Floor Area

Low Strength

Floor Area

Any Floor

Location

ADS Rail System

(Centerline)

20' Container

2 Pallet Train

37,328 NA 33,000 32,000

20' Container

3 Pallet Train

44,800** NA 44,700 48,000

High Strength

Floor Area

High Strength

Floor Area

Any Floor

Location

ADS Rail System

(Centerline)

20' Container

2 Pallet Train

42,672 50,560 33,000 32,000

20' Container

3 Pallet Train

44,800** 72,680*** 44,700 48,000

NOTES: *Weights shown represent maximum gross weight in pounds of a standard ISO

container and contents that the aircraft roller conveyer system is capable of supporting under

flying conditions. The working gross weight limit is influenced by several other factors to

include weight carrying capability of aircraft loading equipment, allowable cabin load for

mission range, and localized loading of individual rollers caused by non-uniform container

loading.

**This value is the design limit for ISO surface mode containers and it is also the maximum

payload for a C-130 in peacetime operation. Present air-land containers are design limited to

25,000 pounds gross weight.

***Operationally not feasible (MHE limited).
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Table 607-2. Assumptions used in development of Table 607-1

Tare weight of one 463-L pallet 300 pounds

Low strength floor area roller loading

 C-130 -- 2,333 lbs per roller contact

High strength loading limits

 C-130 -- 2,667 per roller contact

 C-141 -- 1,580 per roller contact

 C-17 -- 2,000 per roller contact

C-5 Roller limits (pounds per foot)

 1 & 2 roller conveyors contacted -1200

 3 & 4 roller conveyors contacted - 2400

Effective contact length

 2 pallet train -- 14 feet

 3 pallet train -- 19 feet

6. Tare weights of containers will be included in all TWCF charges computed for airlift

services. Users should include these weights when estimating airlift costs.

E. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. When movement will originate from other than an AMC aerial port, the shipper will:

a. Coordinate all equipment and support needs, as soon as airlift requirements are

identified, with supporting affiliated AMC Wing, TALCE, or MST.

b. Provide 463-L pallets, nets, and shoring unless previously coordinated IAW

Paragraph E.1.a. above.

c. Pre-palletize containers or shelters. Plan for and obtain sufficient palletizing

equipment and facilities (pallets, nets, shoring, cranes, rollerized flatbeds, storage areas and or

highline docks) to ensure sufficient containers or shelters are pre-palletized to sustain planned

airlift flow.

d. Coordinate and/or provide material handling equipment (MHE) (forklifts or KLoaders).

e. Provide load team assistance to assist TALCE/MST personnel to load containers and

shelters on aircraft.

2. AMC will assist deploying unit and provide equipment that is not available.

3. Early coordination is essential to ensure successful mission accomplishment.
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CHAPTER 608

SYSTEM 463-L PALLETS, NETS, AND TIEDOWN EQUIPMENT

A. GENERAL

1. 463-L pallets, nets, and associated cargo tiedown equipment are key components of the

airlift portion of the DTS. In normal operations, they maximize available airlift capability and

reduce aircraft ground time by allowing for load planning and pallet buildup prior to aircraft

arrival. During contingency situations, their availability at the right place and time can be the

determining factor in mission success or failure.

2. The DOD manages pallets and nets under two different systems. One system covers

WRM and the other manages routine (daily) air cargo operational assets. The DOD manages

pallets and nets, under established readiness authorizations, as WRM. These assets are separate

and distinct from daily operational pallet and net levels and are subject to controls in Chapter

603. Operational levels must be managed and reported as prescribed in Chapter 604.

Throughout this Regulation, unit refers to a squadron in the US Air Force. For other Services, a

unit can equate to an installation level organization.

B. OWNERSHIP AND FUNDING

Although pallets and nets may be authorized to, and in the custody of, any Service or DOD

Agency, they are Air Force property, funded and purchased by the Air Force Materiel Command.

C. PALLET, NET, AND TIEDOWN EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL ORDERS

1. The following TOs detail the maintenance, use and repair of 463-L air cargo pallets, nets

and tiedown equipment:

a. TO 35D33-2-2-2, Instruction with Parts Breakdown -- 463-L Air Cargo Pallets,

Types HCU-6/E and HCU-12/E.

b. TO 35D33-2-3-1, Maintenance and Repair Instructions -- Air Cargo Pallet Nets,

HCU-7/E, I, Side, HCU-15/C, II, Top, HCU-11/C, III, Side, HCU-16/C, IV, Top.

c. TO 13C2-1-1, Cleaning, Repair and Test Instruction -- Cargo Tie Down Equipment.

d. TO 36M-1-141, Operator and Operation Instruction -- Materials Handling Equipment

System Components of 463-L.

e. TO 1C-1-71, Listing of Cargo Tiedown Equipment Authorized for All Series Cargo

Aircraft.

f. TO 00-110N-16, Equipment Authorized for Use with Nuclear Weapons.
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D. MODIFICATION OF 463-L PALLETS AND NETS

The IM may approve requests for modifications to pallets for specialized transportation

purposes. The DOD Components must remove these permanently modified pallets from their

inventory and discontinue accounting for them.

E. ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT

Appendix G itemizes this equipment by nomenclature and national stock number. Secure

cargo to the aircraft floor using tiedown equipment organic to the aircraft or provided by the

local air terminal. However, to secure cargo to pallets, units must procure and control their own

pallet couplers, plastic coverings, tiedown equipment (less nets), and dunnage and/or shoring. It

is not the responsibility of the local air terminal to provide this tiedown equipment to deploying

units. Tiedown equipment is subject to one-for-one exchange. TO 13C2-1-1 provides cleaning

and maintenance instructions for tiedown equipment.

F. AUTHORIZED USES FOR PALLETS AND NETS

1. Using pallets and nets for any purpose other than pre-palletizing and transporting cargo

for airlift is strictly prohibited. Contingencies do not change this fundamental policy.

2. Pallets and nets interface with the aircraft’s cargo restraint system with extremely close

tolerances. They are easily damaged when used for other than their intended purposes. For that

reason, units will not palletize cargo for movement by surface modes of transportation, except

during inspections/exercises. If over-the-road movement of built-up pallets is authorized,

transporters must ensure adequate three-point dunnage is used, as outlined in TO 35D33-2-2-2.

3. Depalletize the cargo immediately upon receipt and return the pallets and nets (cleaned

and stacked IAW TO 35D33-2-2-2 and TO 35D33-2-3-1 to the nearest airlift site as soon as

possible. Organizations must also depalletize routine cargo built up on 463-L pallets if those

pallets are diverted for movement between locations via a surface mode of transportation. Cargo

may remain palletized if the built-up pallets of cargo are being moved over the road to another

location for eventual airlift.

G. REPAIR AT INSTALLATION LEVEL

1. Pallets. Pallets are reparable at unit or depot level. Unit personnel can repair many types

of damage to pallets. The depot repair facility will handle all repairs not within the maintenance

capability of the installation or unit. Do not ship or transfer damaged pallets without the proper

condition tags. Do not dispose of condemned pallets at the unit level unless directed by the AF

MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor. Report condemnations on the 463-L

Pallet and Net Control Report, RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. (Format is provided at

Appendix F). TO 35D33-2-2-2 further defines repair and condemnation criteria.

2. Nets. If local repair is not feasible, contact other installations in the vicinity to determine

if they have the repair capability and can accommodate one-for-one exchanges. If there are no

repair facilities available locally, or it is not cost effective to establish repair facilities, contract

repair is an alternative. If none of these repair options are feasible, request disposition
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instructions from the AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor. When multiple

repair options exist, determine the means of repair based on the priority of the requirement.

Return all nets identified for installation level repair to serviceable condition as expeditiously as

possible. TO 35D33-2-3-1 outlines the criteria for net maintenance and repair.

3. Depot-Level Repair. Do not allow depot reparable pallets to accumulate at installations.

Identify them with the appropriate DD Form 1577 series condition tag and contact the AF

MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor for disposition instructions. Send large

quantities of reparable pallets directly to the contractor’s repair facility using shipping

instructions provided by the IM through the AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net

monitor. When practical, turn over repairables to the closest AMC Aerial Port of Embarkation

(APOE) for a one-for-one exchange. Outside the CONUS, return pallets to one of the staging

points identified in TO 35D33-2-2-2. Nets may be shipped off installation to a regional repair

facility if the quantity exceeds the capability of the local maintenance fabrication shop, or

equivalent. Ensure nets are dry, enclose them in vapor proof barriers, and ship in quantities of

fifty to designated repair points. Attach the proper condition tag to an outer surface of the

shipping container. The IM provides shipping instructions and fund cites for the transportation

of all depot reparable pallets and nets.

H. ONE-FOR-ONE EXCHANGE

Pallets, nets, and tiedown equipment are subject to one-for-one exchange, when practical.

For their own accountability and audits, installation pallet and net managers should note all

exceptions to the one-for-one exchange policy in their control log (Appendix I).

I. WORLDWIDE 463-L PALLET AND NET CONFERENCE

The WR-ALC General Purpose Vehicle Section (WR-ALC/LESVG) will conduct and chair

a Worldwide 463-L Pallet and Net Conference on a biennial basis. The conference charter is to

review worldwide pallet and net requirements, evaluate inventories, report new technological

advances, and address any issues impacting effective management of pallets and nets. Invitees

include representatives from all MAJCOMs and DOD Components authorized operational or

WRM pallets, nets, and tiedown equipment. WR-ALC/LESVG will convene a separate 463-L

Pallet and Net Working Group during the off-years, as necessary, to discuss and resolve

problems identified by the users and to lay the groundwork for the biennial worldwide

conference. The working group includes representatives from Headquarters Air Force,

Infrastructure and Vehicles Division (HQ USAF/ILGV); Headquarters Air Force, Materiel

Management Policy Division (HQ USAF/ILGP); Warner Robins Air Logistics Center, Vehicle

Management Directorate (WR-ALC/LE); United States Transportation Command

(USTRANSCOM); each DOD Component; and HQ AMC/LGTZ. The SPM may invite other

agencies to attend if the agenda topics indicate their participation is warranted.
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CHAPTER 609

WRM 463-L PALLETS AND NETS

A. GENERAL

Pallets and nets are essential for the mobilization and deployment of active and reserve forces

and, therefore, meet the criteria established to be classified as WRM.

B. POSITIONING OF WRM PALLETS AND NETS

1. Pre-position pallets and nets required for contingency operations with the using or

deployable activity, when practical. Along with their annual requirements validation package,

AF MAJCOM and DOD Components must provide the SPM and IM a detailed list of their onhand WRM assets by geographic location.

2. The IM initially distributes new production and depot-repaired pallets, coordinating this

distribution with the AF MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net monitor before shipping

assets.

3. AF MAJCOMs and DOD Components must not use WRM pallets and nets for routine air

cargo operations without prior approval from the IM. Organizations authorized pallets and nets

may use WRM assets during operations plan (OPLAN) exercises and unit deployments without

IM approval. WRM pallets deployed with a unit and remaining in the unit’s custody are not

subject to one-for-one exchange policies. Organizations without WRM assets must negotiate

with their AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor to obtain assets for

unprojected deployments, SAAMs, and exercises. AF MAJCOM and DOD Components do not

include this requirement in their total authorizations.

4. AF MAJCOM and DOD Components must coordinate with the IM on inter-MAJCOM or

inter-DOD Component redistributions. To minimize transportation costs, redistribute assets to

the nearest using activity if possible. TO 35D33-2-2-2 contains shipping instructions for pallets,

and TO 35D33-2-3-1 for nets. The IM will provide special shipping instructions. Ship assets,

whether serviceable or reparable, by the most economical means available.

C. REQUIREMENTS DETERMINATION

Each AF MAJCOM and DOD Component must reevaluate WRM pallet and net requirements

annually. Base requirements on the most demanding tasking, forecasting sufficient

organizational pallets and nets to support the first 90 days of operations. Submit annual

revalidations to the IM no later than 31 October each year. Indicate in the annual revalidation

letter (Appendix J) computation method and planning document(s) used to determine

requirements, and include a statement certifying the submission as the minimum essential

quantity needed to accomplish the mission. Tenant organizations will submit WRM

requirements to the host logistics plans office (or equivalent). The host logistics plans office will

consolidate tenant requirements and submit them to the host MAJCOM or DOD Component.
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Should requirements change during the year, forward a letter stating new requirements to WRALC/LESVG for authorization approval.

D. RULES FOR COMPUTING WRM REQUIREMENTS

1. Organizations will use one or more of the following methods to compute WRM

requirements:

a. Carefully load plan cargo (less rolling stock) to arrive at the total number of pallets

and nets required (usable area of a pallet is 84 by 104 by 96 inches high).

b. If detailed load planning is not possible, divide total weight of cargo (less rolling

stock) by 4000 pounds per pallet to determine total pallets required.

c. If an organization is listed in the OPLAN Time Phased Force and Deployment List

with a Unit Type Code and is subject to deploy by air with less than one pallet load of cargo

(4000 pounds for general cargo or 10,000 pounds for ammo), consider the organization as a

“small organization” (unless otherwise designated by the AF MAJCOM or DOD Component). If

a small organization is deploying through an APOE, AMC will include the small organization’s

WRM requirement with their own.

2. Calculate the number of pallets and nets required for palletization of baggage to support

deploying personnel. (This requirement does not apply to small organizations scheduled to

deploy through an AMC APOE; for computing baggage pallet and net requirements, a “small

organization” is defined as twenty people or less.) AF MAJCOM and DOD Components must

identify any command-unique computation methods or factors they use to determine these

requirements in their supplements to this regulation.

E. NON-ORGANIZATION AND RESUPPLY PALLET AND NET REQUIREMENTS

AMC will establish WRM pallet and net levels to support non-organization and resupply

cargo at APOEs for the first 90 days of a contingency. The APOEs will need these pallets and

nets in addition to their operational assets to account for wartime attrition rates and a lack of

back-haul opportune airlift (caused, in part, by noncombatant evacuation requirements). To

determine these APOE pallet and net requirements, planners will use the current Joint Strategic

Capabilities Plan and CJCS-directed OPLAN TPFDD.

F. THEATER WORKING LEVELS

During a major contingency force mobilization, deployed organizations will establish

validated in-theater working levels (for forward movements, etc.). Deployed organizations will

turn in all excess pallets and nets to the local aerial port function for immediate reinsertion into

the airlift system.

G. NEW REQUIREMENTS

Organizations will not submit requisitions for additional pallets or nets, or report excess

serviceable or unserviceable pallets or nets, through supply channels. Organizations must
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contact their AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and net monitor to establish new pallet

and net requirements or report excess assets.

H. ACCOUNTABILITY

To provide a clear audit trail, organizations will account for WRM pallets and nets, which

enter or leave their control using a control log (Appendix I). Organizations will report those

loaned assets not returned within 60 days (unless specifically released for a longer period) in the

RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. This report on overdue assets must include recovery

actions taken, message address of the unit that received the assets, and a comment explaining

what assistance, if any, is required from the IM or HQ.

I. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

1. Any organization possessing WRM pallets and nets must inventory those assets as of

2400Z on the first Tuesday of each month, or as required by their AF MAJCOM or DOD

Component. They must report findings to their AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and

net monitor using the RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. Organization pallet and net

managers must account for WRM (both serviceable and reparable) pallets and nets under their

control. Do not use this report to establish new requirements. AF MAJCOM and DOD

Component pallet and net monitors will compile the results of the unit inventories into a single

RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report and submit it to the IM no later than the 20th of January,

April, July, and October. Tenant organizations will submit inventory reports to the host logistics

plans office (or equivalent). The host logistics plans office (or equivalent) will consolidate

tenant inputs and report to the host MAJCOM or DOD Component.

2. AF MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net monitors must identify and analyze

variances in their inventory based on pallet and net log entries for the period (Appendix I) and

report these findings in the remarks section of the RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. Do not

confuse variances with justifiable differences in inventory figures from one reporting period to

the next. Organizations will sometimes report substantial differences in on-hand inventories

from month to month, but the differences can be easily justified with supporting data (assets

turned in or received from depot repair, lack of one-for-one exchange, etc.). Variances are

defined as any unaccountable losses or gains from one reporting cycle to another. AF MAJCOM

and DOD Component pallet and net monitors will investigate variances between assets actually

on-hand and what should be on-hand. When the variance is plus or minus five percent, or

greater, send the results of the investigation to the IM before the next scheduled quarterly report.

Document the computed variances and required investigations, and retain the document with the

RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. Retain these reports in active storage for one year and in

inactive storage for one year.

3. The IM will perform a reconciliation of DOD-wide inventory variances, investigating any

unaccountable gains or losses that exceed five percent of the worldwide inventory. The IM must

reconcile any differences in quantities of serviceable and reparable assets shipped between the

manufacturer or the repair contractor and the reporting activities. The IM must investigate and

resolve the differences or take other action if losses are determined. AF MAJCOM and DOD

Component pallet and net monitors will assist the IM in all investigations.
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J. INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Organizations possessing WRM pallets must physically inspect the pallets as required in TO

35D33-2-2-2. Inspections should focus on the suitability of the storage area and the physical

condition of the pallets. Organizations will remove damaged pallets from storage and repair

them or forward them to a depot repair facility. Managers should consider rotating WRM pallets

out of storage periodically and replacing them with serviceable pallets from operational or depot

overhaul stocks.
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CHAPTER 610

OPERATIONAL 463-L PALLETS AND NETS

A. GENERAL

Operational 463-L pallets and nets are an integral part of the peacetime DTS. During

normal, day-to-day operations, these assets allow for load preplanning, thereby reducing aircraft

ground time and maximizing available airlift.

B. POSITIONING OF PALLETS AND NETS

1. Position pallets and nets required to sustain day-to-day airlift operations with the using

activity.

a. The IM initially distributes new production pallets and nets and depot-repaired

pallets, coordinating this distribution with AF MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net

monitors before shipping the assets. The IM reviews the RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report to

identify excesses and fill shortages.

b. Organizations will not use WRM pallets and nets for routine air cargo operations

without prior approval from the IM.

c. Organizations requiring pallets and nets for general training activities may request

authorizations for operational assets through their AF MAJCOM or DOD Component monitor.

d. The AF MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net monitor may redistribute

operational assets within the Command without the concurrence of the IM. The AF MAJCOM

or DOD Component monitor should initiate these intra-organizational redistribution actions to

transfer operational overages to activities with shortages. The IM does not provide a fund cite

for intra-organizational redistribution.

e. The IM may direct redistribution among AF MAJCOMs or DOD Components.

Typically, the IM will redistribute assets to the nearest activity, regardless of ownership. AF

MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net monitors must coordinate on all inter-installation

transfers. TO 35D33-2-2-2 contains shipping instructions for pallets, and TO 35D33-2-3-1

contains shipping instructions for nets. The IM will provide special shipping instructions. Ship

all assets, whether serviceable or reparable, by the most economical means.

f. When airlift operators and supported agencies mutually agree, organizations may

designate operational pre-palletization points and may obtain pallets and nets from the airlifter’s

operational stock. The airlift operator will control and report these assets.

C. REQUIREMENTS DETERMINATION

AF MAJCOMs and DOD Components will revalidate operational pallet and net requirements

annually. This annual revalidation demands organizations deliberately plan for operational pallet
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and net requirements. Organizations must continuously refine pallet and net needs based on

experience and enhanced planning techniques. Should requirements change during the year,

forward a letter stating new requirements to WR-ALC/LESVG for authorization approval.

Submit annual revalidations to the IM no later than 31 October each year. Indicate in the annual

revalidation letter (Appendix J) the computation method used to determine requirements, and

include a statement certifying the submission as the minimum essential quantity needed to

accomplish the mission.

D. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

1. Any organization possessing operational pallets and nets must inventory those assets as

of 2400Z on the first Tuesday of each month, or as required by their AF MAJCOM or DOD

Component. They must report findings to their AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and

net monitor using the RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. Organization pallet and net

managers must account for all operational (both serviceable and reparable) pallets and nets under

the control of the air terminal or installation. These include all loaded and empty assets, all

assets situated on home-station aircraft, all assets at a repair facility under the reporting station’s

control, and all assets in depot and code “J” baggage facilities. Do not use this report to establish

new requirements. AF MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net monitors will compile the

results of the unit inventories into a single RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report and submit it to

the IM no later than the 20th of January, April, July, and October.

2. AF MAJCOM and DOD Component pallet and net monitors must identify and analyze

variances in their inventory based on pallet and net log entries for the period (Appendix I) and

report these findings in the remarks section of the RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. Do not

confuse variances with justifiable differences in inventory figures from one reporting period to

the next. Organizations will sometimes report substantial differences in on-hand inventories

from month to month, but the differences can be easily justified with supporting data (assets

turned in or received from depot repair, lack of one-for-one exchange, etc.). Variances are

defined as any unaccountable losses or gains from one reporting cycle to another. AF MAJCOM

and DOD Component pallet and net monitors will investigate variances between assets actually

on hand and what should be on hand. When the variance is plus or minus five percent, or

greater, send the results of the investigation to the IM before the next scheduled quarterly report.

Document the computed variances and required investigations, and retain the document with the

RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report. Retain these reports in active storage for one year and in

inactive storage for one year.

3. The IM will perform a reconciliation of DOD-wide inventory variances, investigating any

unaccountable gains or losses that exceed five percent of the worldwide inventory. The IM must

reconcile any differences in quantities of serviceable and reparable assets shipped between the

manufacturer or the repair contractor and the reporting activities. The IM must investigate and

resolve the differences or take other action if losses are determined. AF MAJCOM and DOD

Component pallet and net monitors will assist the IM in all investigations.
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E. TEMPORARY AND LONG TERM LOANS

Organizations may loan operational pallets and nets for up to 60 days, as long as the

equipment is used only as authorized in this Regulation and referenced TOs. Advise

organizations requesting loans of pallets and nets for more than 60 days to consider establishing

their own pallet and net requirement. Ensure loaned assets are returned as expeditiously as

possible.

F. OPERATIONAL PALLET AND NET ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Organizations possessing pallets and nets must maintain a clear audit trail for assets that

enter or leave their control. The following procedures apply:

a. Account for operational assets in a control log (Appendix I), recording the types and

quantities of equipment released or received. Organizations will document loaned assets not

recovered within sixty days (unless specifically released for a longer period) in the RCS: MTCDR (M&Q) 8701 Report. This report on overdue assets must include recovery actions taken, the

message address of the unit that received the assets, and a comment explaining what assistance,

if any, is needed from the IM or HQ.

b. Obtain a hand receipt for loaned pallets and nets.

c. AF MAJCOM and DOD Components must request a waiver from the SPM to modify

the above accounting procedures. The request must describe an alternate system for controlling

these assets, including the interface with other AF MAJCOM and DOD Components using the

system.
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CHAPTER 611

CONTINGENCY MANAGEMENT OF 463-L PALLETS, NETS, AND

TIEDOWN EQUIPMENT

A. GENERAL

1. The entire DOD airlift system is built around the 463-L air cargo handling system and its

unique components, including MHE, air cargo pallets and nets, and the aircraft air cargo restraint

system.

2. Failure or weakness in any one of these critical components can cause disruptions in the

flow of cargo to its destination. 463-L system air cargo pallets and nets are especially significant

in that their availability allows for prepalletization of cargo and, therefore, advance load planning

and prioritization. This advanced planning ensures available airlift tonnage and cubage is fully

utilized. It also contributes to more efficient flight line cargo loading operations that, in turn,

expedite critical aircraft turnaround.

3. The efficient operation of the 463-L air cargo handling system becomes more crucial

during contingencies when large volumes of cargo must be moved on an international scale over

a short period of time. The availability of air cargo pallets, nets, and tiedown equipment for the

prepalletization of cargo during these contingencies is assumed in the logistics distribution

planning process. Consequently, their nonavailability could totally disrupt the scheduled airlift

flow of cargo and ultimately impact the outcome of the operation.

B. CONTINGENCY NOTIFICATION

Upon receipt of a CJCS warning order (contingency alert) that contains force deployment

orders, the SPM or IM will require a baseline inventory of all 463-L pallets and nets. The IM

will use the resulting baseline data as a point of reference for calculating estimates of attrition,

damage, and usage later in the operation. The SPM may also use these inventory figures as

justification for decisions that must be made concerning accelerated production or repair of

assets, including new contracts.

C. OPERATIONAL VERSUS WRM ASSETS

In the event of an actual conflict or crisis, the SPM, in coordination with WR-ALC/LESVG

and the AMC Crisis Action Team (CAT)/Air Transportation Representative will determine when

WRM designated assets need to be merged into the operational inventory. Upon making that

decision, the SPM will advise all AF MAJCOM and DOD Components to release all on-hand

pallet and net assets for immediate redistribution. Organizations will not break down loads

prepalletized to support future stages of the conflict expressly for the purpose of obtaining empty

pallets for insertion in the operational airlift flow. Upon implementation of war plans and

notification from WR-ALC/LE, terminate accountability for WRM-coded pallets and nets.
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D. REDISTRIBUTION OF ASSETS

To sustain airlift operations during a crisis, the SPM or IM may require AF MAJCOM and

DOD Components to redistribute assets due to inadequate return of pallets and nets from the

supported theater; greater than anticipated attrition or damage rates; delays in accelerated or new

production; or general malpositioning of assets. AF MAJCOM and DOD Components must be

ready to expeditiously prepare and ship pallet and net assets to other organizations in response to

redistribution orders from the SPM or the IM.

E. REQUESTING PALLETS AND NETS

1. During a contingency, unique procedures apply for requesting pallets and nets:

a. The SPM will be the focal point for all pallet and net requests.

b. All subordinate units must contact their AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet and

net monitor for assistance.

c. AF MAJCOMs and DOD Components must first use assets from their on-hand

inventory. If sufficient assets are not available, the AF MAJCOM or DOD Component pallet

and net monitor should notify the SPM and request assistance.

d. The SPM will direct immediate redistribution of assets to support these requests, in

coordination with the AMC CAT/Air Transportation Representative.

F. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

1. After the SPM directs the baseline inventory of DOD pallet and net assets, all periodic

reporting requirements will be waived. The SPM retains the right to reinstate regular reporting at

any time.

2. The Air Force Components Commander’s Chief of Logistics or his/her designated

representative in the supported theater will provide a daily situation report of assets on-hand at

established airfields in the theater using the Contingency 463-L Pallet and Net Report format

(Appendix L). Organizations outside the supported theater will provide daily pallet and net

status reports to their HQ for inclusion in daily situation reports, if so directed.

G. ACCOUNTABILITY

Upon implementation of war plans and notification from WR-ALC/LE, terminate

accountability for WRM-coded pallets and nets. All organizations must revise their pallet and

net records to reflect the transfers of accountability, without deleting validated authorizations.

H. RETURN OF ASSETS

1. 463-L system pallet and net inventory objectives are based on the timely return of

serviceable assets from the supported theater.
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2. Deployed organizations will break down pallets as soon as practical and return them to

the airlift system. AF MAJCOMs and DOD Components must advise their deploying units of

this crucial responsibility. During contingencies and major deployments, the supported

geographic combatant commander is responsible for establishing and enforcing an effective

pallet and net return program.

I. AUTHORIZED USE

Using 463-L system pallets for purposes other than prepalletizing and transporting cargo is

strictly prohibited. Contingencies do not change this fundamental policy.

J. REPAIR

Organizations must return pallets to serviceable condition as expeditiously as possible,

whether the repairs are local or depot level. Transport pallets or nets identified for depot repair

to the appropriate contractor’s facility on a priority basis. If repair contracts are surged, it is

imperative to maintain a steady supply of reparable assets going to the contractor to

economically sustain the surge.
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APPENDIX A

CONTAINER INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Figure A-1. End Opening Container Inspection Checklist
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Figure A-2. Side Opening Container Inspection Checklist
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Figure A-3. Open Top Container Inspection Checklist
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Figure A-4. Flatrack Container Inspection Checklist
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Figure A-5. ISO Shelter Inspection Checklist
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APPENDIX B

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) INTERMODAL CONTAINER

STANDARDS

A. PURPOSE

To provide uniform standards for all intermodal containers owned and International

Standards Organization (ISO) configured tactical shelters owned and operated by the DOD.

Containers leased or contracted for use by the DOD may be excluded on a case-by-case basis as

determined by mission requirements.

B. POLICY

1. All containers procured by the DOD will conform to American National Standards

Institute (ANSI) and ISO standards.

2. All ISO configured tactical shelters developed or procured for the DOD intended for

movement in the Defense Transportation System (DTS) or in international trade will conform to

ANSI/ISO standards within mission requirements.

3. All designs for strategic and tactical transportation assets (aircraft, ships, truck,

trailers, etc.) developed or procured for the DOD will consider interface with intermodal

container systems of the DTS.

4. All container handling equipment procured by the DOD will adhere to ANSI/ISO

standards.

5. All tactical equipment designs and procurement will consider and conform to

ANSI/ISO standards within mission requirements.

6. To the maximum extent possible, procurement of ISO-configured tactical shelters

will be selected from the Joint Committee on Tactical Shelters Brochure, Department of Defense

Standard Family of Tactical Shelters.

C. DOD STANDARDS

1. Standard transportation containers for the DOD are the:

a. 8' wide x 8' high x 20' long ANSI/ISO steel frame construction container.

b. 8' wide x 8'6" high x 20' long ANSI/ISO steel frame construction container.

c. 8' wide x 8'6" high x 40' long ANSI/ISO steel frame construction container.
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2. The 20-foot container is designated as primary size for containerized munitions

shipments. Twenty- and 40-foot ISO containers are standard for sustainment and unit

equipment.

3. The capability of the user to handle and transport containers will be the overriding

factor when determining container size.

D. INDUSTRY STANDARDS

1. Maximum allowable gross weight for 20' ISO containers of all types including

flatracks, high-cube containers, and platform units moving in the DTS and or international trade

is 44,800 lbs (20 Long Tons).

2. Maximum allowable gross weight for 40' ISO containers of all types including

flatracks, high-cube containers, and platform units moving in the DTS and or international trade

is 67,200 lbs (30 Long Tons).
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APPENDIX C

MOVEMENT OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (HAZMAT) BY AIR

A. MOVEMENT CONSIDERATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

1. The movement of HAZMAT as installed and/or stowed inside International Standards

Organization (ISO) and/or tactical shelter containers aboard Air Mobility Command (AMC)

controlled aircraft is subject to the following considerations and restrictions. Requirements of

this Appendix for the transportation of HAZMAT also apply to all other types of containers, e.g.

Internal Airlift/Helicopter Slingable Container Units.

a. Installed equipment containing HAZMAT must meet the restraint criteria of MILHDBK (Military Handbook)-1791, Designing for Internal Aerial Delivery in Fixed Wing

Aircraft.

b. Stowed equipment containing HAZMAT must be packaged in accordance with

(IAW) Air Force Interservice Manual (AFMAN) 24-204(I), Technical Manual (TM) 38-250,

Marine Corps Order (MCO) P4030.19H, Naval Supply (NAVSUP) Pub 505, and Defense

Logistics Agency Instruction (DLAI) 4145.3, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air

Shipments (https://www.afmc-mil.wpafb.af.mil/Hazmat/AFJMAM.htm) and be restrained by the

shipper within a container to meet the restraint criteria of MIL-HDBK-1791.

c. Air transportation personnel must have access to contents for inspection prior to

loading aboard aircraft and during flight by the aircrew. The inspection and access to equipment

and material determined to be “Sight-Sensitive” may only be waived by the AMC Director of

Logistics (HQ AMC/LGTC).

d. A Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods will be prepared for all HAZMAT.

The outside of each container will be marked and labeled to identify HAZMAT items IAW

AFMAN 24-204(I), TM 38-250, MCO P4030.19H, NAVSUP Pub 505, and DLAI 4145.3.

B. AUTHORIZED “INACCESSIBLE” HAZMAT

1. Only the following hazardous items are authorized for movement inside containers

when considered “inaccessible” during flight.

a. Fire extinguishers secured in appropriate holders or brackets.

b. Vehicles, support equipment, or other mechanical devices must either be drained

or drained and purged as specified in AFMAN 24-204(I), TM 38-250, MCO P4030.19H,

NAVSUP Pub 505, and DLAI 4145.3. Installed batteries must be a nonspillable type and

secured in an upright position.

c. Properly packaged Class/Division 1.4S explosives.
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d. Non-Flammable gases in cylinders or aerosols when packaged in strong outer

containers.

e. “Consumer Commodities” not containing a liquid or a flammable gas.

f. The following items installed or stowed IAW above restraint criteria or in

packaging specified by AFMAN 24-204(I), TM 38-250, MCO P4030.19H, NAVSUP Pub 505,

and DLAI 4145.3:

(1) Magnetic material.

(2) Radioactive material.

(3) Thermometers (mercury, metallic).

(4) Air conditioners and/or environmental control units.

C. APPROVED HAZMAT

There is no restriction on hazardous materials prepared/packaged IAW AFMAN 24-

204(I), TM 38-250, MCO P4030.19H, NAVSUP Pub 505, and DLAI 4145.3 when loaded in a

manner determined to be accessible during flight within any container.
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APPENDIX D

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) CONTAINER SYSTEM

PROGRAMS

A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

1. Designated DOD Components will prepare program plans for containerization actions

assigned to them for development, integration, and management. As a minimum, the program

plan will contain program direction, guidance, responsibilities, objectives, tasks, priorities, and

target dates for program completion. Other DOD Components will provide assistance and data

input when a particular subsystem task falls under their mission responsibility. Test reports and

independent evaluations pertaining to the DOD intermodal equipment system will be forwarded

to the Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense, Transportation Policy (ADUSD (TP)) and

the Commander in Chief, United States Transportation Command (USCINCTRANS) for review.

2. Each Service is responsible for funding assigned programs. ADUSD (TP) will assist

the Services in establishing funding priorities for accomplishing assigned program tasks and will

monitor program line items in the DOD budget.

3. Program plans prepared in accordance with this Regulation will be updated annually

by the responsible DOD Component as of December 31 and forwarded to ADUSD (TP) and

USCINCTRANS within 90 days following the cutoff date.

4. DOD Components assigned specific programs for management will provide briefings

annually to ADUSD (TP) and the Defense Transportation Policy Council. The Chairman may

request periodic updates.

5. USCINCTRANS as single manager for the DOD intermodal equipment system will,

after coordination with affected DOD Components, make recommendations to ADUSD (TP) to

start, develop, improve, or end intermodal programs, as appropriate.
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B. RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Title Responsible DOD Component

Air Movement Plan Department of Air Force

Containerized Ammunition Department of Army

Distribution Plan

Sealift Enhancement Program Department of Navy

(Heavy Duty Flatracks)

Joint Container Exercise

Program USCINCTRANS

Joint Committee on Tactical

Shelters

Departments of Army (lead), Navy,

Air Force, and Marine Corps
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APPENDIX E

CONTAINER SHORTFALL PROCEDURES

A. GENERAL

In mobilization and contingency situations, shippers request and/or procure containers using

established procedures. If sufficient container requirements cannot be met in a timely manner

through established procurement procedures, the Contingency Response (CORE) program is

implemented. This program is designed to provide DOD priority for commercial transportation

resources, including containers. Summarized below are CORE related actions aimed at

minimizing adverse impacts under a container shortfall situation.

B. CORE SUMMARY

MTMC Pamphlet 55-17 provides a comprehensive overview of the CORE program. Key

highlights follow:

1. The Military Traffic Management Command (MTMC) will work with the ocean

carriers and container leasing companies to coordinate voluntary actions to resolve the container

shortfall situation. If unsuccessful, MTMC through the United States Transportation Command

(USTRANSCOM) will request United States Department of Transportation (DOT) Maritime

Administration (MARAD) assistance.

2. The Defense Production Act of 1950, Title 1, Sec 101 (A)(1) and subsequent Title 46

of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 340, authorizes DOT/MARAD to issue priority or

allocation orders to commercial transportation venders. These orders, which are issued to

specific vendors, in essence divert requisite transportation resources from the civil sector to

defense agencies.

3. Once a shortfall situation is resolved, USTRANSCOM informs MARAD that priority

or allocation orders can be withdrawn.

4. If timely resolution of the container shortfall situation is not possible through CORE,

USTRANSCOM will recommend to the Joint Transportation Board (JTB), a prioritization and

allocation scheme for use of available containers. The recommended course of action will have

been precoordinated with the supported Commander in Chief (CINC) or CINC and the Service

Material Managers.
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APPENDIX F

463-L SYSTEM PALLET AND NET CONTROL REPORT AND

PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS (RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701)

A. OWNING COMMAND/AGENCY:

B. REPORTING QUARTER:

C. AUTHORIZATIONS: PALLETS TOP NETS SIDE NETS

OPERATIONAL

WRM

D. SERV ON HAND LAST REPORT:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

E. SERV ON HAND THIS REPORT:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

F. REPARABLE ON HAND:

INSTALLATION

OPERATIONAL

WRM

DEPOT

OPERATIONAL

WRM

G. QTY REC FROM CONTR:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

H. QTY REC-OTHER CMDS:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

I. OTHER GAINS:

OPERATIONAL

WRM
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J. QTY SHP-CONTRACTOR:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

K. QTY CONDEMNED:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

L. QTY SHP-OTHER CMDS:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

M. OTHER LOSSES:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

N. QTY REPAIRED ON INSTALLATION:

OPERATIONAL

WRM

O. REMARKS:

P. GENERAL INFORMATION:

1. Accurate preparation of this report, reflecting actual physical count of operational and

War Reserve Material (WRM) assets as of 2400Z on the first Tuesday of each January, April,

July, and October, is essential to the effective management of the 463-L Pallet and Net Program.

2. Reports should flow from the unit level through Air Force Major Command (AF

MAJCOM) or Department of Defense (DOD) Component channels to be received by the

Inventory Manager (IM), Warner Robins Air Logistics Center (WR-ALC)/LESVG, no later than

the 20th of each reporting month (January/April/July/October).

3. Each reviewing agency will consolidate inputs and provide an analysis before sending

to the next reviewing level.

4. The IM will prepare a summary analysis of all inputs and outline actions taken as a

result of that analysis. The IM will send the analysis to HQ USAF/ILGV/ILGP and HQ

AMC/LGTZ.

Q. DATA ELEMENTS DESCRIPTION:

1. OWNING COMMAND/AGENCY: AF MAJCOM or DOD Component.
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2. REPORTING QUARTER: Inventory as of 1st Tuesday of each January, April, July,

and October. This report is for assets on hand, plus other transactions that occurred during the

quarter.

3. AUTHORIZATIONS: Show the number of Operational and WRM pallets and nets

that the IM has approved. If this number has changed from the previous quarter, cite IM

authorization message or letter.

4. SERV ON HAND LAST REPORT: List those assets reported in Paragraph 5 of the

last reporting cycle’s submission.

5. SERV ON HAND THIS REPORT: This figure should reflect the results of an actual

physical inventory of all serviceable pallets and nets, loaded or empty, and pallets and nets on

loan. Report operational and WRM assets separately. Do not include assets identified for repair

in this count (see Paragraph 6 below).

6. REPARABLE ON HAND INSTALLATION: Report unserviceable pallets and nets

that can be repaired at installation level. Use AF TO 35D33-2-2-2 for pallets and AF TO 35D33-

2-3-1 for top and side nets for determination of repair level required. DEPOT: Include

unserviceable pallets and nets that are waiting to be shipped to the repair contractor.

7. QTY REC FROM CONTR: Report new and repaired pallets and nets.

8. QTY REC-OTHER CMDS: Indicate the number of pallets and nets received from

other AF MAJCOM or DOD Components. This quantity should be included in the

SERVICEABLE ON HAND inventory.

9. OTHER GAINS: Report any quantity received that does not fit into a previous

category. An entry for this column could be inventory gained due to lack of one-for-one

exchange. Use REMARKS section to explain gains.

10. QTY SHP-CONTRACTOR: Record the number of pallets and nets shipped to the

depot repair contractor during the quarter.

11. QTY CONDEMNED: Indicate the number of pallets and nets condemned during the

quarter.

12. QTY SHP-OTHER COMMANDS: Report the number of pallets and nets

redistributed to other AF MAJCOM or DOD Components.

13. OTHER LOSSES: Record any losses that do not fit into any of the previous

categories. An entry for this column could be inventory loss due to lack of one-for-one

exchange. Use REMARKS section to explain losses.

14. QTY REPAIRED ON INSTALLATION: Show the number of assets repaired on

installation or in any established regional repair center.

15. REMARKS: Use this section to explain other gains or losses (Blocks 9 and 13).
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16. Explain any variance +/- five percent or greater in the computed inventory and actual

on hand quantity. (See sample for computing variances.)

SAMPLE

VARIANCE REPORT

TOTAL ASSETS LAST REPORT 115

(SERV ON HAND + REPAIRABLES)

+ QTY REC FROM CONTR (NEW & REPAIRED) 15 (130)

+ QTY REC - OTHER COMMANDS/AGENCIES 20 (150)

+ OTHER GAINS (EXPLAINED) 10 (160)

- QTY SENT TO CONTRACTOR 20 (140)

- QTY SENT TO OTHER COMMANDS/AGENCIES 5 (135)

- QTY CONDEMNED 5 (130)

- OTHER LOSSES (EXPLAINED) 0 (130)

= COMPUTED INVENTORY 130 (130)

- ACTUAL ASSETS THIS REPORT 100 (100)

(SERV ON HAND + REPAIRABLES)

1

= VARIANCE (+/-) -30 (-30)

2

 VARIANCE PERCENTAGE (%) 23% (.23)

NOTES:

1 Variance equals actual assets this report minus computed inventory.

2 Variance percentage equals variance (+/-) divided by computed inventory.

Explanation of any variance of +/- five percent or greater, if known at this time, should be

reported. However, explanation must be provided no later than next report submission.
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APPENDIX G

TYPES AND SIZES OF 463-L PALLETS/NETS AND ASSOCIATED

EQUIPMENT

NOMENCLATURE NSN SIZE/CAPACITY

Pallet, Cargo, Aircraft 1670-00-820-4896CT 88 X 108 X 2.25 in 1

HCU-6/E 10,000 lb capacity

Pallet, Cargo, Aircraft 1670-00-985-3149CT 54 X 88 X 2.25 in 1

HCU-12/E 5,000 lb capacity

Net, Cargo, Tiedown 1670-00-969-4103CT 88 X 108 in 1

Pallet, Top, HCU-15/C 10,000 lb capacity

Net, Cargo, Tiedown 1670-00-996-2780CT 88 X 108 in 1

Pallet, Side HCU-7/E (two pieces per top net) 10,000 lb capacity

Net, Cargo, Tiedown 1670-00-992-1648CT 54 X 88 in 1

Pallet, Top HCU-16/C 5,000 lb capacity

Net, Cargo, Tiedown 1670-00-978-3851CT 54 X 88 in 1

Pallet, Side HCU-11/E (two pieces per top net) 5,000 lb capacity

Coupler, Pallet, 1670-01-061-0990CT 2 in 1

C-141/C-130/C-5

Coupler, Pallet, 1670-01-302-3637CT 1 in 1

KC-10/DC-10

Strap, Nylon, Tiedown, 1670-00-725-1437 5,000 lb capacity 2

CGU-1/B

Cover, Cargo, Pallet 3990-00-930-1480 Unit of Issue Roll (10 count) 2

Strap, Webbing, 5340-00-980-9277 5,000 lb capacity 3

Tiedown

Chain, Tiedown, 4010-00-516-8405 10,000 lb capacity 3

MB-1

Adjuster, Chain, MB-1 1670-00-212-1149 10,000 lb capacity 2

Chain, Tiedown, MB-2 1670-00-778-4079 25,000 lb capacity 2

Adjuster, Chain, MB-2 1670-00-212-1150 25,000 lb capacity 2

1

 Pallets/Nets/Couplers managed by WR-ALC/LESVG, Robins AFB, GA 31098-1611

2 CGU-1B Strap and Pallet Covers managed by DGSC/S9G, Richmond, VA 23219

3

 Managed by DISC/S9I, 700 Robbins Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19101
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APPENDIX H

463-L AIR CARGO PALLET AND/OR NET INSPECTION CHECKLIST

MANAGEMENT INSPECTION CHECKLIST YES NO N/A

1. Are all applicable technical orders on hand and up to date

in accordance with (IAW) Chapter 608, Paragraph C.1? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

2. Are WRM pallets and nets managed apart from

operational assets IAW Chapter 608, Paragraph A.2? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

3. Does the inventory report reflect accurate account of assets

within your control IAW Chapter 609, Paragraph I, Chapter

610, Paragraph D, and Appendix F? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

4. Has pallet and net manager established a clear audit trail

IAW Chapter 609, Paragraph H and Chapter 610, Paragraph

F? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

5. Has pallet and net manager investigated and reported

unexplained inventory variances in the remarks section of

RCS: MTC-DR (M&Q) 8701 Report, IAW Chapter 609,

Paragraph I.1 and Chapter 610, Paragraph D.1? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

6. Are hand receipts obtained for loan of pallets and nets

IAW Chapter 610, Paragraph F.3? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

7. Has unit validated requirements and certified submission

as the minimum essential quantity required to support the

mission IAW Chapter 609, Paragraph C and Chapter 610,

Paragraph C? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

8. Have tenant units coordinated WRM requirements through

host installation logistics plans office or equivalent IAW

Chapter 609, Paragraph C? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

9. Are WRM assets inspected IAW Chapter 1, Paragraph 13

and Chapter 4, Paragraph 1 of TO 35D33-2-2-2, and Chapter

609, Paragraph J? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

10. Does the pallet and net manager maintain a record of all

inspections? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

11. Has a minimum of 10 percent of each 50 pallet group

(one pallet from each stack of ten) been inspected IAW TO

35D33-2-2-2, Paragraph 1-10? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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12. Have pallet inspectors been designated IAW TO 35D33-

2-2-2, Paragraph 4-2? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

13. Are reparable nets tagged to specify extent of repair? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

EQUIPMENT INSPECTION CHECKLIST YES NO N/A

1. Are WRM pallets inspected for signs of corrosion,

damage, or missing hardware? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

2. Are pallets stacked on three-point dunnage of uniform

material and thickness? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

3. Are pallets stacked no more than 50 pallets high with

three-point dunnage placed between every 10 pallets? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

4. In outside storage areas, is a plastic barrier used to

separate dunnage from the bottom pallet in a stack and is

adequate sloping dunnage provided to allow for moisture

drainage? Are biodegradable plastic covers replaced

when no longer serviceable and/or functional? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

5. Are reparable pallets tagged to specify extent of damage? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

6. Are nets and restraining devices loosely secured on all

prepalletized loads in storage for mobility or contingency

purposes? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

7. Are nets properly stored in a cool, dry place, out of direct

sunlight or moisture-causing conditions? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

8. Are nets thoroughly dry when placed in storage? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

9. Are operational and WRM nets stored in bins, racks, or

suitable boxes lined with a vapor-proof barrier material? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

10. Are nets in storage inspected at least annually? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

11. Is a minimum of ten percent of the total number of nets in

each storage container inspected, to include a portion of

the bottom layer? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
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12. Are operational and WRM nets in storage visibly labeled

to reflect quantity and type? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

13. Are reparable nets tagged to specify extent of repair? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

REMARKS:
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APPENDIX I

SAMPLE PALLET AND NET CONTROL LOG

INSTALLATION: Andrews AFB

ACTIVITY: 93d Aerial Port Squadron

CUSTODIAL LOG

Julian

Date

Asset

Type

Gain/

Loss

Reason/

Manifest

If Other Than a

Manifest (Name,

Number Rank,

SSN, Duty Station,

Duty Phone Signature Remarks

2276 Pallet

(lg) Set

-2

3

C141 Down

Load Picked

up 5,

 Manifest ABC

Signature receipt on

manifest

2277 Pallet

(lg) Set

-1 Picked up

Palletized

Cargo

Jones, John, Capt

USA, 127-30-8276

Phone: 555-8910

8285 day

xxxxx Will return pallet with

shipment on Boondocks,

Det 12

2277 Pallet

(lg)

+1 Turned in by

SSgt White,

FMS, found on

station

Will hold to fill shortage

and include in monthly

report
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APPENDIX J

SAMPLE ANNUAL REVALIDATION MEMORANDUM

MEMORANDUM FOR WR-ALC/LESVG

FROM: HQ AMC/LGTZ

402 Scott Drive, Unit 3A1

Scott AFB IL 62225-5302

SUBJECT: Validation of Operational and War Reserve Material (WRM) 463-L Pallet and Net

Requirements for FY 02

1. Attached are our 463-L pallet and net requirements for FY 02. Methodology used to compute

these requirements was as follows:

a. Operational. (Provide detailed narrative description of methods used to determine total

requirements -- mathematical formulas used; assumptions made; sources of raw planning data;

MAJCOM-unique planning factors; computer assistance, if any.)

b. WRM. Cite planning documents use to compute requirements, and address any deviations

from computation methods prescribed in this regulation.

2. These requirements represent the minimum essential quantity needed to accomplish the

mission. POC is CMSgt Rusty Pallet, DSN 779-4631.

SIGNATURE BLOCK, Major, USAF

Chief, Facilities and Equipment

Attachments:

1. Requirements Summary

2. Operational Requirements

3. WRM Requirements
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APPENDIX K

SUPPLEMENT TOPICS LIST

A. Air Force Major Commands (AF MAJCOM) and Department of Defense (DOD)

Components may address the following topics in their supplements to this Regulation:

1. Unique computation methods or factors used to determine WRM pallet and net

requirements. (Chapter 609, Paragraph D)

2. Computation methodology used to determine operational pallet and net requirements.

(Chapter 610, Paragraph C)

3. Any deviations from the operational pallet and net accountability procedures.

(Chapter 610, Paragraph F)

In addition to the above topics, AF MAJCOM and DOD Components may address all other

pallet and net management initiatives unique to their organization or mission in supplements to

this Regulation.
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APPENDIX L

CONTINGENCY REPORT FORMAT

Item

A

Auth

Working

Level

B

Serviceable

On Hand

C

Addt'l

Req

D

Unserviceable

On Hand

E

Assets

Shipped

F

Destination/

Mission #

1. Pallet

HCU-6/E

2. Top Net

HCU-15/C:

3. Side Net

HCU-7/E

4. Strap,

Tie Down

a. Nylon

b. Webb

5. Chains

a. MB-1, 10k

b. MB-2, 25k

6. Adjuster

a. MB-1, 10k

b. MB-2, 25k

7. Coupler

a. 1 inch

b. 2 inch

8. Cover

Pallet

9. Station, Point of Contact and Phone Number

10. Date/as of (local time)

11. Remarks
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CONTINGENCY 463-L PALLET, NET, COUPLER AND TIE-DOWN REPORT

INSTRUCTIONS

A. Obtain initial status report of 463-L pallets, nets, couplers and tie-downs from each

primary operating installation. Follow-on reporting will be by exception, or daily, as required.

Reporting may be by either electronic means or voice using the alphanumeric format (see

example below). Remarks section will be used for movement information, disposition

instructions, or other pertinent information. Excess serviceable and unserviceable assets will be

shipped to nearest APOE/D. Also, use of in-transit airlift returning to CONUS is encouraged.

Report movement in columns E/F.

B. Example: Unclassified transmission of report by voice or electronic means.

A B C D E F

1. 80 80 0 30 30 RUH/F703254

2. 80 80 0 0 0 0

3. 160 160 0 0 0 0

4a. 100 200 0 0 0 RUH/F703254

4b. 0 0 0 0 0 0

5. 50 50 0 0 0 0

6a. 50 100 0 0 50 RUH/F703254

6b. 0 0 0 0 0 0

7a. 25 20 5 0 0 0

7b. 0 0 0 0 0 0

8. 0 0 0 0 0 0

9. DHA, MSgt Bright Smile.

10. 6 June 2002/1600L.

11. Additional items in 7b required immediately to meet upcoming short-notice tasking.