Downloaded from https://www.everyspec.com FM 34-54 *IMPORTANT NOTES* (a) Properly packaged samples do not constitute a hazard to personnel. (b) All outer packaging is to be inspected visually for physical evidence of leakage or loss of envelope integrity. (c) DO NOT UNWRAP. Overwrap if any irregularities exist. (d) If overwrapping is required, provide the time, date, place, and the reason. (e) Refrigerate or chill (DO NOT FREEZE) all samples. (f) Delay must be minimized. (g) All samples will be forwarded from the theater to approved CONUS and OCONUS laboratories and TAML 12 to 24 hours after collection.
Delay beyond 24 hours rapidly degrades the operational and intelligence value of the samples. The most efficient means of shipment will be used; address all samples to CBATEB, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, and TAML. B. DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED ON ALL SAMPLES: 1. DA Form 1971-6-R. 2. DA Form 3147. C. NOTIFICATION MESSAGE: The notification message sent by Corps G2 should be sent as an IMMEDIATE precedence and with appropriate security classification. The action addressee is Technical Director, ERDEC APG MD//CBATEB//. The notification message will contain the sample identification number and details which relate to the acquisition of the sample.
The message will be configured to provide the following information: 1. Background information. 2. Physical description. 3. Results of preliminary tests after sample collection. 4. Where, when, and under what conditions the sample was acquired. Figure H-3. Description of responsibilities for a sample evacuation (continued). H-12