DEFENSE BASIC PRESERVATION AND
PACKING CERT EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
◉ You are packaging a small, fragile item for shipment. Which
cushioning method will protect it best? Answer: white box
◉ Which cushioning material is most appropriate for an item that
requires heavy-duty cushioning or light-duty blocking-and-bracing?
Answer: closed cell foam
◉ Which image shows lumber and plywood as blocking-and-bracing
Answer: one with a whole
◉ You built wooden block-and-bracing structures for an item but still
need to add stability. What is the solution shown here? Answer: metal
bracket
◉ Which image shows foam-in-place blocking-and-bracing? Answer:
black tube
◉ You're packaging several small, sturdy, lightweight items in one
box, What is the most cost-effective method for keeping them
separated and protected? Answer: fiberboard partitions
, ◉ This type of item can withstand significant impact without damage,
so it is often blocked and braced, but may not need cushioning.
Answer: rugged
◉ You're attempting to pack a large, awkward item that would be
much easier to ship if it was partially disassembled. Which action
should you take? Answer: Get permission from the proper authority to
disassemble the item
◉ Which cushioning method is used for sensitive electronics shipped
in racks or transport cases? Answer: suspension/shock mounts
◉ Which cushioning method is often used for consumer electronic
items when a full floated package is not cost-effective? Answer: side
pads
◉ Which marking identifies the military shipment label (MSL)?
Answer: C
◉ Which publication provides general standards for outer container
markings? Answer: MIL-STD-129
◉ Which marking is NOT included on the outer container label?
Answer: item nomenclature
PACKING CERT EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
◉ You are packaging a small, fragile item for shipment. Which
cushioning method will protect it best? Answer: white box
◉ Which cushioning material is most appropriate for an item that
requires heavy-duty cushioning or light-duty blocking-and-bracing?
Answer: closed cell foam
◉ Which image shows lumber and plywood as blocking-and-bracing
Answer: one with a whole
◉ You built wooden block-and-bracing structures for an item but still
need to add stability. What is the solution shown here? Answer: metal
bracket
◉ Which image shows foam-in-place blocking-and-bracing? Answer:
black tube
◉ You're packaging several small, sturdy, lightweight items in one
box, What is the most cost-effective method for keeping them
separated and protected? Answer: fiberboard partitions
, ◉ This type of item can withstand significant impact without damage,
so it is often blocked and braced, but may not need cushioning.
Answer: rugged
◉ You're attempting to pack a large, awkward item that would be
much easier to ship if it was partially disassembled. Which action
should you take? Answer: Get permission from the proper authority to
disassemble the item
◉ Which cushioning method is used for sensitive electronics shipped
in racks or transport cases? Answer: suspension/shock mounts
◉ Which cushioning method is often used for consumer electronic
items when a full floated package is not cost-effective? Answer: side
pads
◉ Which marking identifies the military shipment label (MSL)?
Answer: C
◉ Which publication provides general standards for outer container
markings? Answer: MIL-STD-129
◉ Which marking is NOT included on the outer container label?
Answer: item nomenclature
