Lesson 1.7 .............................................................................................. Cushioning, Blocking and Bracing
Enabling Learning Objective..................................................................... Identify cushioning, blocking, and bracing
techniques to prevent damage to military
supplies and equipment.
Credit Hours............................................................................................. Three
Assignment .............................................................................................. TC 38-3/MCO P4030.23E/NAVSUP PUB 442/
AFPAM (1) 24-205/DLAI 4145.1
Suggestions ............................................................................................. A careful study of the text assignment is
necessary to complete the Ungraded Practical
Exercise (UPE) 4.
822-F13(COR) UNGRADED PRACTICAL EXERCISE (Lesson 1.7)
Requirement - Answer each question according to the instructions provided. When all questions have been answered,
compare your answers to those found immediately following the practical exercise. Any questions answered incorrectly
should be reviewed by studying the references given with the correct answer.
(1) What is the purpose of cushioning?
a. Prevents the movement of the item.
b. Controls the movement of the item.
c. Supports the movement of the item.
d. Preserves the movement of the item.
(2) How does blocking and bracing protect an item?
a. By controlling the movement of the item.
b. By accelerating the movement of the item.
c. By preventing the movement of the item.
d. By increasing the energy of shocks and impacts.
(3) What is an example of blocking and bracing?
a. Floated item.
b. Suspension mounting.
c. Floated package.
d. Strapping.
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