This test subjects packaged items to the stresses encountered during handling, transportation and storage. The tests consist of drop tests, storage tests such as stacking and compression, temperature tests and transportation vibration tests.

Package handling testing is specified in the following:

MIL-STD-202, MIL-STD-810, MIL-M-17185, MIL-V-17547, MIL-V-24509, ASTM D4332-89, ASTM D3951-82