scope:

This standard practice provides detailed methods for testing fiber optic cable topology (see 3.4) installations.

These procedures apply to fiber optic cables, connectors and splices and shall be performed during the installation phases specified. Where there is a conflict between this document and the ship specification or contract, the ship specification or contract shall take precedence. Where ship design is such that the methods herein cannot be implemented, users shall submit new methods or modifications to existing methods to NAVSEA 03K12 for approval prior to implementation.

intended Use:

The methods for testing depicted in this standard practice are intended to ensure the fiber optic cable topology is properly installed during and after each phase of installation procedures.