METHODS OF DESTRUCTION

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time required for complete destruction may not always be available, the destruction

p l a n must establish priorities so that essential parts of the equipments will be

destroyed in the order of their importance. Systematic destruction of the same

important units of equipment of a given type will prevent the enemy from learning

the important features of the equipment or assembling a complete equipment of

c a n n i b a l i z a t i o n of partially destroyed equipment. Adequate destruction of some unit

of equipment should always be accomplished rather than partial destruction of all

u n i t s . The method listed in paragraph 8-4 which is to be used depends on the time

a v a i l a b l e for destruction.

METHODS OF DESTRUCTION

a. D e s t r u c t i o n Priority. STANAG 2113 outlines the general priorities for any

equipment which is to be destroyed.

b. Smash, Smash the controls, resistors, capacitors, switches and other in-

terior parts.

c. Cut. Cut the cords, cables, and wiring; use axes, handaxes, or machetes.

WARNING

Be extremely careful with explosives and incendiary devices. Use these

items only when the need is urgent.

d. Burn. Burn the cords, wiring, technical manuals and components.

e. Bend. Bend the panels, casing, and connectors.

f . Explosives. Use explosives only as necessary.

9. D i s p o s a l . Burn or scatter the destroyed parts in slit trenches, fox-

holes or other holes, or throw them into nearby streams.

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