Inspector Qualifications

TM 9-3990-206-14&P

9-11. ADDITIONAL INSPECTION CRITERIA (CONT).

(3) Exterior Sides and Ends. Proceed to examine the flatrack exterior on all remaining sides and ends for

any defects on main structural components or unacceptable damage on wall panels.

(4) Understructure. Position the flatrack on jackstands to enable safe viewing of the flatrack

understructure. Examine the corner fitting apertures, side and end rails, sill, crossmembers and forklift tunnels for

defects.

(5)

Interior. Check condition of interior walls and flooring for defects.

e. Inspector Qualifications. The CSC reinspection must be performed by certified personnel. DoD

personnel may be certified by attending the AMMO-L-10 Intermodal Dry Cargo Container CSC Reinspection

Course conducted by the U.S. Army Defense Ammunition Center and School, Savanna, IL 61074-9639. DoD

inspectors must be re-certified every 48 months. Serviceability (pre-loading) inspection should be performed by

fully qualified and competent personnel. Personnel are considered to be fully qualified if they have at one time

received formal training and are experienced in the detection of container structural damage.

(1) Judgement of Criteria. The flatrack inspection criteria will be met through a visual examination and,

except where tolerances are provided, acceptance of the flatrack will be based on the judgement of the inspector.

Any unacceptable deficiencies disclosed by the examination must be corrected before the container may be used for

shipment.

Suggested Tools and Equipment.

(1) Straight Edge. A wire, string or other form of a straight edge is needed to determine whether any

portion of the flatrack (e.g., a panel or a rail) protrudes past the outside surfaces of the corner fittings.

(2) Measuring Tape (Ruler). A measuring tape (ruler) is required to check dimensional tolerances and

flatrack alignment.

(3) Welder's Hammer. A welder's hammer (NSN 5120-00-240-3096 or equivalent) is helpful in

determining the strength of welds or metal structural components.

(4) Inspection Stands. Inspection stands built in accordance with USADACS Drawing No. AC 200000210

(or equivalent) provide a safe means for supporting the empty flatrack to enable proper viewing of the flatrack

understructure. DoD personnel should also refer to service specific safety guidelines about "Working Under a

Suspended Load".

(5) Flashlight. A flashlight improves visual acuity, especially during examination of the recesses of the

understructure.

(6) Chalk. Marking (circling) location of defects with chalk as they are discovered facilitates preparation

of inspection report and helps maintenance personnel locate areas to be repaired.

(7) Feeler Gage. Excessive gaps in flooring may be determined by use of a 1 inch (2.54 cm) wide by 1/16

inch (1.59 mm) thick feeler gage. Any suitable strip of metal may be used.

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