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Purpose. This Handbook provides uniform procedures, methods and techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling the cost effectiveness of ESS programs for electronic equipment. It is intended to support the requirements of MIL-STD-785, Task 301, "Environmental Stress Screening" and to implement Air Force R&M 2000 ESS recommendations and guidelines.

Application. The Handbook is intended for use by procuring activities and contractors during - development and production. It i s not intended that the Handbook procedures and techniques be used in a cookbook fashion. planned and tailored ESS program. not fully developed. will foster the development of an improved and broader data base. Knowledge of the equipment and the manufacturing process is essential for a properly The data base needed for a systematic approach to ESS application is Use of the Handbook by Government procuring agencies and equipment manufacturers