When should Class V items be disposed of according to unit guidelines?

The appropriate time to dispose of Class V items, according to unit guidelines, is when they are deemed unserviceable, excess, or obsolete. This ensures that only items that are still needed and functional remain in the inventory, thereby maintaining the integrity and operational readiness of the unit. Disposing of items that are no longer usable or required helps to streamline logistics, avoid clutter, and ensure accountability with military supplies.

Outdated but functional items may still serve a purpose and can be retained for use until they are no longer effective, which does not justify disposal. Receiving new supplies alone does not necessitate the disposal of existing items, as the new items could potentially replace unserviceable ones but do not automatically make others excess. Similarly, a change in personnel does not inherently trigger the need for disposal, since the classification and condition of the items remain unchanged regardless of personnel turnover. Thus, instances of unserviceable, excess, or obsolete items are the clear criteria guiding the decision to dispose of Class V items.