Training Circular TC 4-13. 17 (FM 55-17) Cargo Specialist?s Handbook May 2011

Download or read book Training Circular TC 4-13. 17 (FM 55-17) Cargo Specialist?s Handbook May 2011 written by United States Government US Army and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2012-09-16 with total page 454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This manual provides guidance and technical information relevant to personnel who move supplies and materiel through water, motor, rail, and air terminals. The specific intent of this manual is to provide instructions in all phases of cargo handling with the emphasis on securing, loading, and unloading all types and configurations of cargo. Descriptions of cargo-handling gear are also provided in some detail. The US Army's environmental strategy into the 21st century defines the Army's leadership commitment and philosophy for meeting present and future environmental challenges. It provides a framework to ensure that environmental stewardship ethic governs all Army activities. The Army's environmental vision is to be a national leader in environmental and natural resource stewardship for present and future generations, as an integral part of all Army missions. The Army's environmental vision statement communicates the Army's commitment to the environment. This publication applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard (ARNG)/Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS), and the United States Army Reserve (USAR) unless otherwise stated. The proponent of this publication is the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC).