What is the purpose of a seal on an outer pack?

• A. Indicate weight.
• B. Show if pack has been opened and not resealed.
• C. Show the manufacturing date.
• D. Show the pallet's destination.

Answer: (B)

Seals on an outer pack serve as a tamper-evident indicator. They’re placed after the pack is sealed to show whether the contents have been accessed. In ammunition handling, this helps ensure the pack’s integrity and maintains a clear record of chain of custody. If the seal is intact, you can trust the pack hasn’t been opened since it was sealed; if it’s broken or missing, it signals the pack may have been opened and not properly resealed, which triggers inspection or follow-up procedures.

Seals aren’t used to indicate weight, manufacturing date, or the pallet’s destination—those details come from other labeling, markings, or documentation.