MIL-HDBK-1130
INACTIVATION/REACTIVATION
Section 2:
Scope. The sections that follow provide information on
2.1
inactivation/reactivation of various types of facilities and equipment.
Appendix B provides checklists for use in this process. In addition,
manufacturer's recommendations and literature should be consulted to provide
complete guidance on a particular piece of equipment.
Buildings
2.2
Building Envelope Inactivation
2.2.1
Measures to be taken to put a building into inactive
General.
2.2.1.1
status include:
a)
Repair and replacement of damaged or missing building shell
components and roof repairs essential for weather-proofing.
b)
Attention to ventilation requirements.
Prevention of corrosion and freezing.
c)
Identification and storage of equipment and accessories.
d)
e)
Securing of the building.
Deactivation of building utility systems.
f)
Attention to humidity control requirements.
g)
Placement of a sign reading "SECURED" on all inactivated
h)
buildings. This sign should indicate the date and provide an
emergency contact number.
See para. 2.2.17 for special construction or Historic Register-
i)
listed buildings.
All surfaces of buildings and all other enclosed structures,
including roofs, should be made tight to exclude rain, snow, dust, sand,
animals, birds, and rodents. Minimum maintenance of painted surfaces, roofs,
glazing, and similar work should be accomplished at the time the station is
deactivated and then continued as necessary. Leave building numbers in place
for identification purposes. Adequate ventilation should be provided for all
closed areas and beneath all building floors where skirting has been
installed.
This is particularly important in warm climates to help prevent
mildew.
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