This publication, "Packaging of Materiel: Preservation (FM 38-700)," is a joint regulation for all Department of Defense (DOD) components which establishes policies on the development of uniform requirements for the packaging of materiel acquired, stored, or shipped. The joint regulation implements DOD 4140.1-R, DOD Materiel Management Regulation, and covers policy requirements concerning Packaging, Specifications and Standards, Levels of Protection, and Project Information Exchange. It provides uniform criteria for the selection and prescription of packaging at the times of acquisition, storage or shipment. While the Packaging of Materiel publication relates to both preservation of the unit packs and packing of the shipping containers, this document will only address preservation requirements, including levels of protection.