Health and Safety Hazards

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preparation of the " cope of work" contained in contractual documents, which are relative to the preparation of IPE and

OPE for storage or shipment. In contractual documents this document will not be referred to as a whole, but excerpts

may be included.

c. This manual cannot be interpreted as superseding any requirements in specifications or other documents

referenced in contracts, but it should be used as a guide to the detailed requirements concerning the preparation of IPE

and OPE for storage or shipment.

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Health and Safety Hazards

Cleaning processes specified herein can create health and safety hazards. Cleaning processes shall comply with the

requirements of the Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OHSA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 29 CFR

1910. Vapor degreasing demands special care, because the toxic vapor from the degreaser can cause injury to the lungs

and skin. Some solvent cleaning materials are flammable, and will cause skin irritations or nausea if the vapor

concentration is excessive. Special equipment and sufficient ventilation are required for solvents. Water base cleaners,

when heated, can cause burns and rashes.

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Changes and Revisions

a. Changes or revisions to this manual, due to major changes in preservation packaging concepts and policies or

due to revisions of specifications in other official publications, will be made on a continuing basis, as required.

b. Users of this manual are encouraged to submit recommended changes or comments to improve the manual.

The changes or comments should be keyed to the specific page, paragraph, and line of the text in question.

Reasons should be provided to ensure understanding and complete evaluation. Changes or comments should be

addressed to Director, U.S. Army Industrial Engineering Activity, ATTN: AMXIB-I, Rock Island, IL 61299-7260.

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