MODUK DEF STAN 81-41: PART 1 PDF

This Part of the Defence Standard provides the package designer with information about the MOD requirement for packaging items of equipment and spares, defines the various types and levels of packaging used and outlines the requirements for packaging premises, transport, handling and storage

Defence Standard 81-041 (Part 1) does not apply to the packaging of ammunition and explosives except when used in conjunction with Def Stan 00-088 Packaging of Ammunition and Explosives and Def Stan 00-810 Marking of Ammunition and Explosives and related standards.

This Standard does not apply to; the transportation of dangerous goods, its packaging or its supply

This Standard does not apply to the packaging of; fuels, oils, lubricants, foods, medical supplies (pharmaceuticals).

NOTE: It is understood that there is overlap in 1.2 to 1.4, (e.g. Munitions that are or contain explosives are Class 1 dangerous goods); also these exceptions are as a result of other regulations or specifications applying preferentially.