In addition to the guidance provided in Part One, paragraphs 5.14 and 5.17, the following information is provided to assist in the evaluation of the test results. Apply any data relative to failure of a test item to meet the requirements of the materiel specifications to the test analysis, and consider related information such as:
- a. The test item fails this test if the test item, or any item that is attached to it, or that is included as an integral part of the test item, breaks free, loosens, or shows any sign of permanent deformation beyond specification tolerances. The test item also fails this test if the pass/fail criteria defined in paragraph 3.1b(9) of this Method are not met.
- b. The test item and its subassemblies must be operationally effective after the test.
- c. If tiedown securement items break or displace substantially, photograph and document the problem areas for evaluation of the procedures and materials used. The test officer and SDDCTEA jointly decide if any failed securement items require reconfiguring and, if so, whether a complete retest is required.
- d. Additional considerations:
- (1) Loosening of restraints.
- (2) Failure of attachments, creating a safety hazard.
- (3) Shifting of materiel on the railcar.
- (4) Failure of materiel.
- (5) Structural failure.
- (6) Fuel spills. Fuel spills are not acceptable and must be repaired and retested. Very slight spotting of a few drips of a residual fuel spill is not acceptable. Cause of spills must be identified and corrected/repaired. Consult SDDCTEA to determine if a retest is required.
MIL-STD-810H
METHOD 526.2