scope:

This handbook provides non-regulatory guidance and information for the preparation of technical manuals (TM) required to operate and maintain the various types of equipment and weapon systems within the Department of the Army. It provides preferred format and general writing style, graphics, revisions, comprehensibility, and security guidance for the preparation of both paper and digital delivery of TMs. Although this handbook encourages the use of digital files, the requirement for digital files, paper, or both will be specified by the acquiring activity. This handbook provides guidance only. It cannot be cited as a requirement. If it is, the contractor does not have to comply.

This handbook is applicable for use by the Department of the Army and supporting contractors.