MIL-STD-1325 Railcar Loading Of Hazardous MaterialsThis standard, consisting of a general document and dash numbered sheets, covers general and detail requirements for the preparation of full and less than carload shipments of ammunition, explosives, propellants, and weapon system components. It also contains guidance to be followed in all carloading procedures when specific instructions in the form of MIL-STD dash numbered sheets do not exist for example, mixed carloads. The MIL-STD dash numbered sheets contain specific instructions primarily for carloading ammunition normally shipped in large quantities.

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MIL-STD-1325B(NAVY)

FOREWORD

1.  This standard is approved for use by the Department of the Navy and is available for use by all

Departments and Agencies of the Department of Defense.

2.  This standard describes general procedures and practices applicable to loading and securing hazardous materials for transportation by or to Navy railcars.

3.  Different loads require different shoring applications.  It is the intent of this standard not only to describe the special applications, but also to set up minimum standards for the shoring of railcar loads.  These procedures will help loading personnel prepare safe and economical loads.

4.  Physical dimensions, weights, types of loads, and vehicles vary greatly, precluding the coverage of all combinations.  The examples and procedures given in this basic standard address the general requirements. Mandatory requirements for specific loads are given in a series of MIL-STD dash numbered sheets which also form a part of this standard.

5.  The Association of American Railroads, through its Bureau of Explosives, reviews and approves all carloading specifications for hazardous materials as assigned by the Department of Transportation and the Canadian Transport Commission.

6.  Comments, suggestions, or questions on this document should be addressed to Commander, Naval Sea

Systems Command, ATTN:  SEA 05S, 1333 Isaac Hull Avenue, SE, Stop 5160, Washington Navy Yard DC

20376-5160 or emailed to CommandStandards@navy.mil, with the subject line "Document Comment".  Since contact information can change, you may want to verify the currency of this address information using the ASSIST Online database at https://assist.dla.mil.

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