scope:

Purpose: This manual is composed of two volumes, each containing its own purpose. In accordance with the authority in DoD Directive 5134.12, policy in DoD Instruction 4140.01, and procedures in Volume 5 of DoD Manual (DoDM) 4140.01:

• The manual implements policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides procedures for the shelf -life program to identify and manage items having deteriorative characteristics and to mitigate the risk of shelf-life expiration.

• This volume provides guidance and prescribes procedures for the development, preparation, dissemination, maintenance, and application of Materiel Quality Control Storage Standards (MQCSS) for shelf-life materiel.