scope:

PURPOSE AND 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 the design of chemical warfare hardening of new military facilities.

Note that this document does not constitute a detailed technical design, maintenance or operations manual, and is issued as a general guide to the considerations associated with the design of chemical warfare hardening of new military facilities.

APPLICABILITY.

This UFC applies to all DoD agencies and contractors; Army service elements should also use the references cited in paragraph 1-3 below.