CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (CPC)

TM 5-3805-264-14&P 1-8. SAFETY, CARE, AND HANDLING (Con’t). (6) Before performing maintenance, ensure that dump truck is secured against movement. Park vehicle on level ground, place transmission in N (Neutral), and set parking brake (TM 9-2320-363-10). If park- ing brake is not functioning, chock wheels. (7) raised position. NEVER work under raised dump body unless body props are used to prop it safely in the (8) When lifting heavy parts, have someone help you. Ensure that lifting or jacking equipment is working properly, is of sufficient capacity for the assigned task, and is secure against slipping. 1-9. CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (CPC). a. CPC of Army materiel is a continuing concern. It is important that any corrosion problems with this item be reported so that the problem can be corrected and improvements made to prevent the problem in future items. b. While corrosion is typically associated with rusting of metals, it can also include deterioration of other materials such as rubber and plastic, Unusual cracking, softening, swelling, or breaking of these materials may be a corrosion problem. c. If a corrosion problem is identified, it can be reported using SF 368 (Product Quality Deficiency Report). Use of key words such as “corrosion,” “rust,” ”deterioration,” or “cracking” will ensure that the information is identified as a CPC problem. The form should be submitted to the address specified in DA Pam 738-750. 1-3