The new publication title is Multi-Service Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Mortuary Affairs in Theaters of Operations. The content in ATP 4-46/MCRP 3-40G.3/NTTP 4-06/AFTTP 3-2.51 includes updated terms and definitions that accurately reflect the audience and focus to enhance operational effectiveness of the United States Armed Forces. This publication provides official advice and standardized guidance on topics relevant to the employment of multi-Service forces. This serves as a planning and operations guide for all personnel engaged in Mortuary Affairs (MA) within a theater. As defined in JP 4-0, MA provides for the search, recovery, identification, preparation, disposition, and the handling of personal effects of deceased personnel for whom the Services are responsible by status and executive order.
DesignationATP 4-46
EditionAug 2022
StatusActive
ProponentTRADOC
Pages240
FunctionSustainment
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. This publication supersedes ATP 4-46, dated 17 December 2014.