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Originally Posted by silverwhaletail
body armor should be stored flat.
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Hmmm, i've previously been told it should hang. I love conflicting advice...
So, some research i just did:
The USAF's views on the subject:
"Another initiative that security forces have taken was to build racks for their body armor.
“They’re just simple crosses on a frame,” Captain Robinson said. “Nothing fancy, just a good place to hang the vests so they don’t get damaged.”
Captain Robinson and Sergeant Strange recommend Airmen hang vests on the back of a chair or on a strong hook, or set it flat on a sturdy surface when it is not being worn if racks are not available.
Proper handling, storage and periodic inspections are the key to making sure that body armor does its job when needed, Captain Robinson said."
http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?storyID=123011897
From Policemag.com:
Storing Your Vest
When storing your vest, lay it flat (the best way to store it) or hang it upside down from the bottom of the carrier. "Hanging vests from their straps stretches out the elastic prematurely," Olsen cautions.
Don't lay the vest out or attempt to dry it in direct sunlight.
Don't hang the vest in such a way that it can stretch the shoulder straps.
Don't fold your vest or lay it on its side in a locker or car trunk.
Don't lay heavy objects on the vest. Th is will cause creasing of the ballistic package.
http://www.policemag.com/Channel/Recruit/Articles/2008/05/The-ABC-s-of-Body-Armor/Page/2.aspx