Recoverability Code. (cont)

TM 5-4210-220-34P

Recoverability

Code

Application/Explanation

O --Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at organizational or

aviation unit level.

F --Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the direct support or

aviation intermediate level.

H --Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the general support

level.

D --Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation and disposal of

item not authorized below depot level.

L --Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below specialized repair activity (SRA).

A --Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of specific reasons (e.g., precious

metal content, high dollar value, critical material, or hazardous material). Refer to appropriate

manuals/directives for specific instructions.

c. FSCM (Column (3)). The Federal Supply Code for Manufacturer (FSCM) is a 5-digit numeric code which is used to

identify the manufacturer, distributor, or Government agency, etc., that supplies the item.

d. PART NUMBER (Column (4)). Indicates the primary number used by the manufacturer, (individual, company,

firm, corporation, or Government activity), which controls the design and characteristics of the item by means of its

engineering drawings, specifications standards, and inspection requirements to-identify an item or range of items.

NOTE

When you use an NSN to requisition an item, the item you receive may have a

different part number from the part ordered.

e. DESCRIPTION AND USABLE ON CODE (UOC) (Column (5)). This column includes the following information:

(1)

The Federal item name and, when required, a minimum description to identify the item.

(2) The physical security classification of the item is indicated by the parenthetical entry, e.g., Phy Sec C1 -

Confidential, Phy Sec C1 (S) - Secret, Phy Sec C1 (T) - Top Secret.