Shock Defined as an impact, characterized by a sudden and substantial change in velocity Shocks in the distribution environment Accidental and deliberate drops during manual handling Drops from chutes, conveyors, and other machinery Falls from pallet loads Sudden arrests on conveyors mpacts occurring when vehicles hit potholes, curbs, or railroad tracksShock ⚫ Defined as an impact, characterized by a sudden and substantial change in velocity. ⚫ Shocks in the distribution environment: Accidental and deliberate drops during manual handling Drops from chutes, conveyors, and other machinery Falls from pallet loads Sudden arrests on conveyors Impacts occurring when vehicles hit potholes, curbs, or railroad tracks