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DSCR F8: DSCR PALLETIZATION FOR MIL-STD-2073 IAW MD00100452 REV B

F8   52.211-9G22   DSCR PALLETIZATION FOR MIL-STD-2073  DSCR (JUL 2002)
                   IN ACCORDANCE WITH D001450000 
                   REVISION B (01290)

    (a)  Palletization.

         (1)  When the total number of containers going to the same 
destination exceeds either 250 pounds (excluding pallet) or a volume of 
20 cubic feet, then palletization IAW MIL-HDBK-774 is required.  When 
the total number of containers going to the same destination is less 
than 250 pounds (excluding pallet) and is less than 20 cubic feet, then 
palletization is not required IAW MIL-HDBK-774.

         (2)  Except as otherwise provided in this clause,
shipping containers may be palletized IAW the guidance cited in 
MIL-HDBK-774 (formerly MIL-STD-147D).  All references to MIL-STD-147D 
are covered in MIL-HDBK-774.  Special palletization instructions may be 
further specified under other preparation for delivery instructions in 
this order/contract.  In the case of any inconsistency between such 
special palletization instructions in the requirements cited in this 
clause, the special palletization instructions shall take precedence.

         (3)  All pallets shall be new and unused and shall be 
seasoned hardwood or softwood as required by the applicable pallet 
specification.  

              (i)  The following commercial heat treatment process has 
been approved by the American Lumber Standards Committee (ALSC) and is 
required for all Non-Manufactured Wood Packaging Material (NMWPM) 
entering a European country or destined for a Container Consolidation 
Point (CCP) or an aerial or water port of embarkation:

All wooden pallets and wood containers produced entirely or in part of 
non-manufactured softwood species shall be constructed from Heat 
Treated (HT to 56 degrees Centigrade for 30 minutes) coniferous 
material and certified accordingly by an accredited agency recognized 
by the American Lumber Standards Committee (ALSC) in accordance with 
Non-manufactured Wood Packing Policy and Non-manufactured Wood Packing 
Enforcement Regulations both dated May 30, 2001.  All wooden pallets 
and containers produced entirely of non-manufactured hardwood species 
shall be identified by a permanent marking of "NC," 1.25 inches or 
greater in height, accompanied by the CAGE code of the contracted 
manufacturer and the month and year of the contract.  On pallets, the 
marking shall be applied to the stringer or block on opposite sides and 
ends of the pallet and be contrasting and clearly visible.  On 
containers, the marking shall be applied on a side other than the top 
or bottom, contrasting and clearly visible.

             (ii)  Oak and chestnut wood shall be bark free and square 
edged so that none of the natural rounded surface tissues remain, or 
be bark free and have a moisture content no greater than 20%.  The 
contractor is responsible for performing an inspection of each shipment 
to assure compliance with this requirement.

            (iii)  Pallets required for use, unless otherwise specified,
shall be a MIL-P-15011J, 16 Sep 85, Type I (4-Way Entry) or an NN-P-71C, 
Notice 1, 20 Dec 73, Type IV or V as shown in Figure 2 of MIL-HDBK-774.

         (4)  Hazardous material containers, except cylinders and 55
gallon drums, shall be palletized IAW Load Type VI of MIL-HDBK-774, 
Pallet Type IV or V.  "Hazardous Material", for the purpose of this 
clause, means any material considered hazardous under the Department of 
Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations, 49 CFR 171-79, IATA, 
ICAO, IMDG, unless otherwise specified.  Use of shrink wrap is not 
authorized for HAZMAT.

         (5)  The use of stretch-wrap, shrink film or nonmetallic 
strapping for bonding is not authorized for export shipments.

         (6)  Stretch-wrap, when utilized, must be accomplished 
mechanically (machine or hand held tool that maintains enough tension 
to secure the items to pallet).

         (7)  All polyethylene/plastic containers without fiberboard
overpack shall be palletized IAW Load Type VI of MIL-HDBK-774.

    (b)   Loading:  Five-gallon tight head pails shall be loaded on 
pallets IAW Load Type III or IIIA of MIL-HDBK-774, except that a triple 
layer or course may be used for a total of 42 cans.

    (c)  Unitization:  Supplies that do not lend themselves to the 
use of MIL-HDBK-774 palletization due to size, weight, configuration, 
etc. shall be unitized by securely blocking, bracing, or anchoring the 
load on a skid base or commercial type pallet in a manner that assures 
safe delivery.