scope:

This UFC is comprised of two sections. Chapter 1 introduces this UFC and provides a listing of references to other Tri-Service documents closely related to the subject. Appendix A contains the full text copy of the previously released Military Handbook (MIL-HDBK) on this subject. This UFC serves as criteria until such time as the full text UFC is developed from the MIL-HDBK and other sources.

    This UFC provides general criteria for estimating energy and water consumption for shore facilities and cold iron support for ships.

     Note that this document does not constitute a detailed technical design, and is issued as a general guide to the considerations associated with estimating energy and water consumption for shore facilities and cold iron support for ships.

APPLICABILITY.  This UFC applies to all Navy service elements and Navy contractors; Air Force service elements should use the references cited in paragraph 1-3 below; all other DoD agencies may use either document unless explicitly directed othewise.