Sets out the procedures for specifying analytical methods used to assess the shock resistance of mechanical systems. Provides a protocol for conducting and documenting a shock analysis and identifies the requirements of the protocol. Applies to any product or human subject for which an analytic assessment of shock resistance is required. Covers normative references, definitions, information to be supplied by the user of the analysis, information to be furnished in a report by the person carrying out the analysis and responsibility for design changes resulting from interpretation of an assessment.