1. DOCTRINE FUNDAMENTALS
PQS Section 101

2. 101.1 Discuss the different capabilities of Air Force, Army, and Marine Corps engineering units.
Provides military troop construction support to the Air Force overseas
Air Force
Provides military troop engineer support to other services
Marine Corp
General engineering support to MAGTFs
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3. Provide direct engineering support to the MAGTF
101.2 Discuss the Naval Construction Force (NCF) Officer’s Role in support of a Joint Task Force (JTF)
Provide direct engineering support to the MAGTF
Capabilities may be extended to
MOOTW (military operation other than war)
Humanitarian aid
Disaster relief operations
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4. 101.3 Discuss the purpose of the following in relation to NCF Doctrine
a.) Naval Construction Force Support of Marine Air-Ground Task Force Operations (NWP4-04.1)
Enhance understanding between MAGTF and NCF Commanders
Describe NCF missions, organizations and capabilities
Allow effective integration, coordination and employment of Seabees in to the MAGTF providing considerable combat service support force multiplier for the MAGTF Commander
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5. b.) Naval Civil Engineer Corps Operations NWP 4-04.2
101.3 Discuss the purpose of the following in relation to NCF Doctrine (cont.)
b.) Naval Civil Engineer Corps Operations NWP
A doctrinal basis of Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for Navy Civil Engineer operations in support of JTF
The mission, task, organization, and capabilities are describe to allow Navy Civil Engineer capabilities in to JTF operations
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6. c.) Unified Action Armed Forces (UNAAF-Jointpub0-2)
101.3 Discuss the purpose of the following in relation to NCF Doctrine (cont.)
Sets doctrine, principles and policy to govern joint activities and performances of the Armed Forces of the United States
Designates command relationships and authority military commanders can use
Provides doctrine, principles,and policy for exercising authority, organizing joint forces
c.) Unified Action Armed Forces (UNAAF-Jointpub0-2)
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7. a.) MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit
101.4 Define the following terms and discuss how they apply to NCF operations within the MAGTF
a.) MEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit
Provides an immediate reaction capability to crisis.
b.) MEF - Marine Expeditionary Force
Task organized and tailored for any intensity of combat to any geographic environment.
c.) MEF-F - Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward)
Task organized and capable of conducting operations in low and mid-intensity conflict environments
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8. d.) GCE - Ground Combat Element
101.4 Define the following terms and discuss how they apply to NCF operations within the MAGTF (cont.)
d.) GCE - Ground Combat Element
Tailored to conduct ground maneuver operations
Constructed around a combat infantry unit
e.) ACE - Aviation Combat Element
Tailored to conduct tactical air operations
Constructed of aviation commands and their support
f.) CSSE - Combat Service Support Element
Provides combat service support beyond the organic capabilities of the other elements. (ADP, supply, medical)
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9. g.) CE - Command/Combat Element
101.4 Define the following terms and discuss how they apply to NCF operations within the MAGTF (cont.)
g.) CE - Command/Combat Element
Headquarters. Established for effective planning and execution. A CEC officer is attached to the CE, engineer staff.
h.) MSC - Military Sealift Command
Asset to MAGTF for transportation of equipment
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10. 101.4 Define the following terms and discuss how they apply to NCF operations within the MAGTF (cont.)
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11. Administration/Command & Control Fundamental
Officer PQS 102

12. There are three types of investigations.
102.1 Discuss the main elements contained in a Judge Advocate General (JAG) investigation and when to conduct an investigation
There are three types of investigations.
Command Investigations
Litigation-Report Investigations
Courts and Boards of Inquiry
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13. Command Investigation
102.1 Discuss the main elements contained in a Judge Advocate General (JAG) investigation and when to conduct an investigation (cont.)
Command Investigation
To gather, analyze, and record relevant information about an incident or event of primary interest of command authorities
Conducted for the following reasons:
significant property losses.
possible misconduct, disease or injury leading to permanent disability or inability to perform duty exceeding 24 hours.
death of military or civilian personnel caused by suicide or unusual circumstance.
aircraft incidents, grounding, flooding, fires and collisions which are not major incidents.
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14. Litigation-Report Investigation
102.1 Discuss the main elements contained in a Judge Advocate General (JAG) investigation and when to conduct an investigation (cont.)
Litigation-Report Investigation
Prepare to defend the legal interest of the Department and the United States against claims or civil litigation
Conducted for the following reasons:
conducted under direction of a judge advocate.
conducted primarily for claims or litigation.
same reasons as that of a command investigation.
incidents which cause significant damage to the environment.
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15. Courts and Boards of Inquiry
102.1 Discuss the main elements contained in a Judge Advocate General (JAG) investigation and when to conduct an investigation (cont.)
Courts and Boards of Inquiry
Use a hearing procedure and should be reserved for the investigation of major incidents, serious, significant events.
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16. Main Elements of Investigation
Responsible for initiating
generally an officer in charge.
an another command upon request.
the nearest command.
incidents involving Marine Corps personnel.
Convening Order
official letter from the convening authority to the investigation.
recites the specific purposes of the inquiry.
Contains explicit instruction about scope.
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17. Evidence and Witnesses
Elements (cont.)
Method
convened in writing and collects evidence.
May contain sworn statement.
One or more investigators.
Time limitations
due normally in 30 days of convening order
completed in 20 days for deaths.
Evidence and Witnesses
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18. Not used as a performance appraisal of a Command Officer.
102.2 Discuss the Status of Resources and Training System (SORTS) and the different levels of readiness.
Principal report to provide status data to the National Command Authority.
Not used as a performance appraisal of a Command Officer.
Overall picture of Units combat readiness at the time of report.
There are two section, Part I and Part II.
Individual reports classified CONFIDENTIAL.
Trends classified SECRET.
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19. Reporting requirements
102.2 Discuss the Status of Resources and Training System (SORTS) and the different levels of readiness. (cont.)
Reporting requirements
Upon departure of AP and arrival of MB.
Departure of Air Det, but not for exercises.
In response to a Navy sorts Quarterly Evaluation.
Within 4 hr of a change in C/M status
Change in unit structure strength of plus or minus 5 %.
Change of command.
Upon request from higher authority.
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20. Categories and Mission Areas
102.2 Discuss the Status of Resources and Training System (SORTS) and the different levels of readiness. (cont.)
Categories and Mission Areas
4 primary mission areas (PRMAR): M ratings
CCC- command, control and communication
CON- construction
MOB- mobility
FSO-fleet support operations
4 categories: C ratings
PER-personnel
SUP- supply
EQP-equipment
TNG-training
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21. 102.2 Discuss the Status of Resources and Training System (SORTS) and the different levels of readiness. (cont.)
Level of Readiness
M/C1- capable of performing FULL wartime mission.
M/C2- capable of performing BULK of wartime mission.
M/C3- capable of performing MAJOR portions of wartime mission.
M/C4- requires additional resources and /or training in order to undertake wartime mission.
M/C5- undergoing a service-directed resource change and not prepared for wartime mission.
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22. 102.3 Define the following terms and discuss the differences between them.
Gaining commander receives complete authoritative direction over assigned units for operational matters and has responsibility for all matters except logistics, admin, discipline, internal organization, and unit training.
a.) OPCON
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23. 102.3 Define the following terms and discuss the differences between them. (cont.)
Gaining commander receives authoritative direction in respect to administrative matters such as personnel management, supply, services, and other matters not included in the operational mission.
b.) ADCON
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24. 102.3 Define the following terms and discuss the differences between them. (cont.)
Gaining commander receives temporary tactical authority over the unit assigned to him or located in his area. He may tactically direct the unit or plan its employment while assigned or located in his area to complete assigned mission or tasking.
c.) TACON
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25. 102.4 Discuss the differences between a unit providing general support to another unit and one providing direct support to another unit.
Direct support (DS) is were a parent command provides support to another unit, were as general support (GS) provides support to their own parent commander’s force as a whole.
For DS, communications are established between units but not necessary with GS units.
For DS, the supported unit is relieved of the admin and logistic burdens not the case for GS.
For DS, the parent command must provide consistent support by established plans, in a GS, the commander retains control of organic assets and attached elements and uses them to benefit the parent command as a whole.
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26. SUPPLY/LOGISTICS FUNDAMENTALS
PQS Section 103

27. 103.1 Discuss the Pre-positioned War Reserve Management System (PWRMS) and how it is utilized within the Naval Construction Force (NCF).
Active NMCB units have a complete TOA assigned to the custody of the NCBs and their Fleet CINCs.
The TOA for reserve NCF units and CBUs is managed under the PWRMS program.
The PWRMS program is managed and controlled by Seabee Logistics Center (SLC) for the the program sponsor CNO (N41).
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28. SLC’s Responsibilities
103.1 Discuss the Pre-positioned War Reserve Management System (PWRMS) and how it is utilized within the Naval Construction Force (NCF).
SLC’s Responsibilities
Develops/maintains TOA standards
Ensures equipment in TOA air-certifiable
Procures, stores, maintains PWRMS for NCF reserve units
Provides/coordinates planning, programming, budgeting of all TOA and PWRMS Implements centralized CESE & PWRMS mgmt
Maximizes program cost effectiveness
Coordinates Advanced Base Functional Components (ABFC) and TOA for NCF units
Serves as Logistics Agent for NCF participation in MPF Program (***NCF MPF TOAs are PWRMS!)
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29. 103.2 Discuss the Maritime Pre-positioned Force (MFP) principles of strategy and their relationship in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGFT).
Definition; A strategic deployment option that quickly combines substantial pre-positioned equipment/supplies loaded aboard ships of a Maritime Pre-positioning Ship Squadron (MPSRON) with a Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) to establish a mechanized force.
MAGTF, Naval Construction Regiment (NCR), Naval Support Element (NSE) personnel, selected equipment, combat aircraft flown into arrival and assembly area (AAA) where Maritime Pre-positioning Force (MPF) operation occurs
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30. Capabilities/Functions of MPF
103.2 Discuss the Maritime Pre-positioned Force (MFP) principles of strategy and their relationship in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGFT). (cont.)
Capabilities/Functions of MPF
Reinforce amphibious operation
Occupy/reinforce advanced naval base
Reinforce ally with credible force prior to hostilities
Establish sizable force ashore in support of ops ashore
Augment fleet defense by providing tactical air support from ashore
Provide rapid peacetime response for Military Operations other Than War (i.e. disaster relief)
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31. 103.2 Discuss the Maritime Pre-positioned Force (MPF) principles of strategy and their relationship in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) (cont.)
Calls for MPSRON forward deployed with combat equipment and sustaining supplies for MAGTF of 17,000 personnel for 30 days
(1) MPF Operation is ordered
(2) Marines, Sailors, Seabees of MAGTF, NSE, NSR airlifted by Air Mobility Command (AMC) to AAA
(3) Equipment/supplies off-loaded and issued to combat units
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32. (4) MAGTF Commander states he is combat ready (5) MPF terminated
103.2 Discuss the Maritime Pre-positioned Force (MPF) principles of strategy and their relationship in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) (cont.)
(4) MAGTF Commander states he is combat ready
(5) MPF terminated
(6) Operational control of MAGTF transferred to numbered fleet commander, joint/combined task force commander, or geographic commander, Marine Forces for subsequent operations ashore
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33. Phases of MPF Operations
103.2 Discuss the Maritime Pre-positioned Force (MFP) principles of strategy and their relationship in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGFT). (cont.)
Phases of MPF Operations
(1) Planning
(2) Marshalling
(3) Movement
(4) Arrival and Assembly
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34. 5 Movement Groups for MPF Operations
103.2 Discuss the Maritime Pre-positioned Force (MFP) principles of strategy and their relationship in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGFT). (cont.)
5 Movement Groups for MPF Operations
(1) Survey, Liaison, Reconnaissance Party (SLRP): forms initial element of Advance Party, disestablished when AAA Operations Group (AAAOG) established, activated for operations
(2) Off-Load Preparation Party (OPP): maintenance/equipment operators from MAGTF elements and NSE who become nucleus of ship’s debarkation teams upon completion of off-load preparations
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35. 103.2 Discuss the Maritime Pre-positioned Force (MFP) principles of strategy and their relationship in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGFT). (cont.)
(3) Advance Party: formed from personnel from SLRP + equipment/individuals from deploying elements of MB; establishes AAAOG, Leading Force Support Party (LFSP), and AAAOG Elements
(4) Main Body: remaining forces not in AAA operations (i.e. combat forces)
(5) Flight Ferry: involves movement of self-deploying aircraft, including associated support personnel equipment and aerial refueling aircraft
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36. 103.3 List the different echelons of your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA).
In both contingency and day-to-day operations, NCF unit may be required to support, simultaneously, multiple projects, tasks, locations.
Preplanning for such contingencies/management of resources required to support these operations are aided by “echeloning” certain TOAs.
Echeloning is based on anticipated prioritization of personnel, material/equipment, availability of airlift vs. sealift support
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37. 103.3 List the different echelons of your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
All echelons combined from NAVFAC P-25 (NMCB TOA) for 763 personnel
Breakdown:
(1) Air Det - P25A
89 personnel (2 officers, 87 enlisted)
48-hr mount-out
(2) Air Echelon (AE) - P25C
649 personnel
6-day mount-out
(3) Sea Echelon (AS) - P25D
25 personnel
30-day arrival
ship riders
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38. 103.3 List the different echelons of your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Current Transition to Modules TOA - P25M
(1) Fly in Mod
782 Gear
Personal weapons
Some Comm Gear
MREs
Basic support items
(2) Core Mod
250 man Camp
59 pieces CESE
Tools for 250 Det
Full support for Air Det size unit
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39. 103.3 List the different echelons of your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
(4) Heavy Mod
A Co Shops
A Co large tools
42 pieces of CESE
Horizontal const support
Water well/pile driving/Distributor
(3) Basic Mod
B/C Co Shops
38 pieces of CESE
Vertical const support
ABM
Trenchers
HQ Co items
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40. MPF (Enhanced) Echelons
103.3 List the different echelons of your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
MPF (Enhanced) Echelons
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41. NMCB TOAs “PRESENT & FUTURE”
103.3 List the different echelons of your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
NMCB TOAs “PRESENT & FUTURE”
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42. Communications/ Communications Security (COMSEC) Fundamentals
Officer PQS 104
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43. 104.1 Discuss the major components of a Communications, Electronics, Operating Instruction (CEOI)
Contains Technical Guidance Required to Establish and Maintain Communications
Provides:
The Details to Coordinate and Control All Unit Communications
A Standardized Source of Information
Enhances:
Operational Capability
Security
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44. 104.1 Discuss the major components of a Communications, Electronics, Operating Instruction (CEOI) (cont.)
The CEOI contains:
General Communications Instructions
Call Sign Assignments
Frequency Assignments
Radio Net Circuit Designator
Wire/Cable Trunk Circuit Designations
Wire/Cable Tagging Codes
Identification and Marking Panel Codes
Signal Panel Message Instructions
Pyrotechnic and Smoke Codes
Grounds-Air Signals
Sound Warning Signals
General Cryptographic Instructions
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45. 104.1 Discuss the major components of a Communications, Electronics, Operating Instruction (CEOI) (cont.)
Current Effective Editions of the Crypto Key Lists
Codes and Ciphers
Passwords/Challenges
General Authentication Instructions
Effective Authentication Tables
Telephone Directory Names/Numbers
Teletype and Data Routing Indicators
Cryptographic Devices to be Used
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46. 104.2 List the communication gear found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA)
P-25 section 015
Air Echelon Communication Equipment
Weight : Tons
Cost : = $ 2.3 M
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47. Assemblies - NavAids/Phones
104.2 List the communication gear found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Assemblies - NavAids/Phones
GPS (AN/PSN-11) (10)
STU 3 Phone (7)
STU 3 Cell Phone (2)
Secure Modem(SDD-1910) (2)
Tactical Fax(AN/UXC-7) (3)
Commercial Fax (COTS) (2)
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48. Assemblies - NavAids/Phones (cont.)
104.2 List the communication gear found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Assemblies - NavAids/Phones (cont.)
UHF SATCOM (AN/PSC-5) (2)
SATCOM Telephone (INMARSAT) (2)
Field Phone (TA-838) (14)
Field Phone (TA-312) (93)
Switchboard (SB-22) (8)
Switchboard (SB-3614) (1)
Sound Powered Phone (TA-1) (40)
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49. Assemblies - VHF Radios(Short Range)
104.2 List the communication gear found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Assemblies - VHF Radios(Short Range)
SINCGARS Family
AN/VRC- 90A (vehicle) (15)
AN/PRC- 92A (base station) (9)
AN/VRC- 119A (manpack) (50)
Handheld Radios
SABERS (saber 1) (65)
Base Station (P-1755) (3)
Antennas
OE (24)
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50. Assemblies - HF Radios(Long Range)
104.2 List the communication gear found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Assemblies - HF Radios(Long Range)
MANPACK
AN/PRC-138B (replace 104s) (5)
VEHICLE
AN/GRC-231V (15)
BASE STATION
AN/GRC-231A (15)
ANTENNA
AS (6)
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51. Assemblies CRYPTO Gear
104.2 List the communication gear found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Assemblies CRYPTO Gear
KY-99 (HF) (19)
AN/CYZ-10(software) (20)
KL-43C (Digital Encrypt Device) (3)
KYK-13 (Fills) (9)
LOI-18(Tape Reader Software) (2)
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52. Assemblies- Accessories/Misc
104.2 List the communication gear found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Assemblies- Accessories/Misc
Remote System (AN/GRA-39) (30)
Battery Support (3 days) (1)
Reeling Machines (RL-27/31) (8)
Power Supply (transformers) (30)
250ft Assault Cable (26pr) (20)
Junction Boxes (8)
Power Supply (transformers) (30)
SAFE (Single Drawer) (2)
Tools (Lineman’s) (16)
Field Wire (1 mile) (20)
Test Equipment (?)
Power Strips/ Shredder/etc...
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53. General Military Tactics Fundamentals
Officer PQS 105

54. 105.1 Discuss the different threat levels and threat conditions.
Threat Levels - Based on Intel and is theater dependent
Level 1 Threats
Those threats which can be defeated by local defense
Enemy Controlled Agents, Enemy Sympathizers, Terrorism, Civil Disturbances, Espionage, subversion, sabotage
Level 2 Threats
Those threats which can be defeated by reaction forces
Guerilla Forces, Unconventional Forces, Small Tactical Units capable of conducting raids, ambushes
Level 3 Threats
Those threats which require the MAGTF commander to employ units of the GCE
Conventional Forces, Air or Missile Attack, NBC capable of rapidly projecting combat power deep into RA
Determined by Rear Area Commander
Level I -espionage, subversion, sabotage
defeated by local defense
Level II - capable of conducting raids, ambushes
defeated by reaction forces
Level III - capable of rapidly projecting combat power deep into RA
require MAGTF Commander to employ units of the GCE to defeat
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55. Threat Conditions - Based on intel and command driven
105.1 Discuss the different threat levels and threat conditions. (cont.)
Threat Conditions - Based on intel and command driven
Alpha
General warning of possible terrorist activity
Can maintain indefinitely
Bravo
Increased and more predictable threat of terrorist activity
Can maintain for weeks without undue hardship
Charlie
Incident has occurred or intel indicates that terrorist action is imminent.
Will probably create hardship and adversely affect operations
Delta
Terrorist attack has occurred or intel received that terrorist action against specific target is likely.
Usually localized warning.
Not available from Pub 3-10
A - can maintain indefinitely
B - can maintain for weeks without undue hardship
C - affect peacetime activities
D - Usually local
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56. Unity of Effort - all means directed to a common purpose
105.2 Discuss the elements of a force protection plan for a detachment deployed to a remote area to conduct a Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW) mission.
Unity of Effort - all means directed to a common purpose
Security - never permit enemy or others to acquire a military or political advantage
Self Defense
Operations Security
Restraint - make sure troops know Rules of Engagement (ROE) and apply appropriate military capability
Use Force Judiciously
Unity - all means directed to a common purpose
Security - never permit enemy to others to acquire a military or political advantage
Restraint - make sure troops know ROE and apply appropriate military capability
Perseverance - prepare for change in country situation at any time, some missions take a lot of time
Legitimacy - public perception is strengthened if national or humanitarian interests are established and kept
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57. 105.2 Discuss the elements of a force protection plan for a detachment deployed to a remote area to conduct a Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW) mission.
Perseverance - prepare for change in country situation at any time, some missions take a lot of time
Patience
Persistent
Legitimacy - public perception is strengthened if national or humanitarian interests are established and kept
Gains support
Adherence to objective
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58. 105.3 Discuss the function of the Liaison Officer (LNO) within the Marine Air-Ground Tack Force (MAGTF) environment.
Monitor
Observes the operations
Checks status of functional areas
Keeps current status of parent organization
Advise
Advises supporting and supported unit commanders
Requirements, priorities
Coordinate
Routes communication properly
Coordinates flow of information
Complements, not substitutes, staff liaison
It is important to note that this LNO plays an active role; not just a messenger.
Monitor -
Advise - advise supporting and supported unit commanders
Coordinate - routes communication properly
Person picked is typically an expert
May have staff , courier (secure transmission, more than just a runner, can amplify and clarify information)
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59. LZ is divided into Landing Sites, designated by colors
105.4 Discuss the key elements to be considered in the selection of a landing zone.
LZ is divided into Landing Sites, designated by colors
Landing Site is divided into Landing Points, designated by two-digit numbers
Seabees typically construct:
1 LZ
with 1 LS
with 1 LP
LS is where a single flight of helos can land
LP is where a single helo lands
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60. Position of Friendlies relative to Enemy Time to prepare site
105.4 Discuss the key elements to be considered in the selection of a landing zone. (cont.)
Type of helicopter
Position of Friendlies relative to Enemy
Time to prepare site
Equipment needed to prepare
Approach and Exit - 10:1 rule
Ground obstacles less than 1 foot
Less on sloped ground
Slope not to exceed 14 degrees
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61. 105.4 Discuss the key elements to be considered in the selection of a landing zone. (cont.)
Surface conditions
Water less than 18” with firm bottom
Minimize mud, dust, loose debris
Dimensions
Daylight 100’ larger than blade diameter
Night 150’ larger than blade diameter
Distance btn landing point and obstruction should not exceed 10:1
Dust can compromise position
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62. Contingency Operations Fundamentals
Officer PQS 106

63. Crisis Action Planning (CAP)
Discuss the difference between deliberate and crisis action planning.
Deliberate
Long term planning in support of CINC’s OPLAN
Crisis Action Planning (CAP)
Deliberate Military Planning tailored for a specific, rapid developing situation
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64. Same for both Deliberate and Crisis
Discuss the difference between deliberate and crisis action planning. (cont.)
Same for both Deliberate and Crisis
Receive and analyze task to be accomplished
Review enemy situation and collect intel
Develop and compare alternative course of action
Select best alternative
Develop and get approval for course of action
Prepare plan
Document plan
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65. Planning Requirements
Discuss the difference between deliberate and crisis action planning. (cont.)
Planning Requirements
TPFDD
Equipment
Materials
Facilities
Embarkation/Debarkation Point
Air
Sea
Realistic Assumptions
Current Operations vs. Planned Operations
Communications
Land lines
Message traffic
Internet capability
Controlled Movements
Flow of material and equipment
Lift capabilities
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66. CINC Responsibilities
Identify which service has the lead for engineer responsibilities within a given geographic region.
CINC Responsibilities
Inventory and location of significant military facilities
Ports, Airfields, etc.
Construction conditions in theater
soils, terrain climate, beaches, tides etc.
Inventory of Pre-positioned material/facility components
Civilian construction capabilities and resources in theater
Current shortfall lists
construction material, equipment, facilities
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67. Embark Fundamentals
Officer PQS 107

68. Definition: Time Phased Force and Deployment Data Supports OPLAN(s)
107.1 Define TPFDD and discuss its purpose when utilized in programming a strategic lift.
Definition: Time Phased Force and Deployment Data
Supports OPLAN(s)
Database which:
Prioritizes unit arrival
Details unit travel route
Estimate cargo movement requirements
Estimates transportation requirements
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69. Definition: Type Unit Characteristics Planning Data File for:
107.2 Discuss what is found in the Type Unit Characteristics (TUCHA) data/files.
Definition: Type Unit Characteristics
Planning Data File for:
Deployable units of fixed composition
Contains
Weight & Volume of cargo
Physical characteristics of cargo
Personnel requiring non-organic transportation
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70. US TRANSCOM Manages Transpiration Program for DOD
107.3 Discuss the differences between a Special Assignment Airlift Mission (SAAM) and lifts of opportunity.
US TRANSCOM Manages Transpiration Program for DOD
AMC (AIR MOBILITY COMMAND) manages AIR transportation program for DOD
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71. 107.3 Discuss the differences between a Special Assignment Airlift Mission (SAAM) and lifts of opportunity. (cont.)
AMC SAAM Mission:
User funded mission
Special pick-up or delivery
Outside established routes or
Special # PAX, cargo, mission, etc.
Battalion mainbody deployment moves are SAAM missions
NALO Mission:
Navy (Fleet Funded Mission)
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72. 107.4 Discuss the Embarkation Officer duties within your unit.
Responsible to the CO for the orderly and efficient embarkation of the Battalion.
Know the location of supplies, equipment, and vehicles assigned to the Battalion.
Maintain Turnover and MOCC files with current data
Train the embark staff to increase proficiency.
Coordinate with the S3 all requirements for Battalion movement.
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73. 107.4 Discuss the Embarkation Officer duties within your unit.
Validate/Update all Preliminary Load Plans (PLP)
Ensure all DETs/DFTs are assigned qualified embarkation personnel.
Schedule/Coordinate an MOCC during both homeport and deployment.
Maintain a complete Embarkation Library
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74. 107.5 Discuss the different types of strategic lift capabilities for sea, land, and air.
AIR: AMC Controlled
For NMCB
Primary means of moving PAX from the deployment site to theater.
Korea OPLAN short tons (15% TOA by weight)
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75. 107.5 Discuss the different types of strategic lift capabilities for sea, land, and air. (cont.)
SEA (Amphibious)
MSC Ships or Gator Navy
For NMCB
Desert Storm: All sealift MSC or foreign flagged ships.
Korea OPLAN: Korean black hulls
Transportation bulk of cargo is 85% of TOA and PAX
NMCB Officer PQS

76. 107.5 Discuss the different types of strategic lift capabilities for sea, land, and air. (cont.)
LAND (Convoy and Rail)
For NMCB
Pieces of almost all embark exercises.
Battalion camp to embark port (air or sea0. Debark port to AO.
US TRANSCOM responsible from sea port to AO if rail travel
Seabees move organically over roads
NMCB Officer PQS

77. Civil Engineer Support Equipment (CESE) Fundamentals
Officer PQS 108

78. Availability: Pieces of CESE ready for dispatch at the end of the day.
108.1 Discuss Civil Engineer Support Equipment (CESE) key management indicators and how they are utilized.
Availability: Pieces of CESE ready for dispatch at the end of the day.
Brigade Goal >90%
CM’s must attempt to finish PM and Paperwork by COB
Deadline: Equipment down > 3 Days
Brigade Goal <5%
Command focus on expeditious CESE repair emphasized
NMCB Officer PQS

79. 108.1 Discuss Civil Engineer Support Equipment (CESE) key management indicators and how they are utilized. (cont.)
PM to Interim Ratio: Comparison of Scheduled (Preventative) To Unscheduled (Interim) Maint.
Brigade Goal: 6 to 1 or higher
Metric to gauge effectiveness of PM program and correct and proper equipment operation.
CM to Equipment Ratio.
Brigade Goal: 5 to 1 or higher
Ensure sufficient CMs available to maintain CESE.
NMCB Officer PQS

80. 108.2 Discuss the CESE condition codes.
Secondary purpose of BEEP; provides an objective evaluation of P-25 TOA.
Identifies CESE Requiring Repair or Replacement
Alpha Numeric Codes:
A1-3 Unused Equipment
A4 Serviceable/Used-Good
A5 Serviceable/Used-Fair
A6 Serviceable/Used-Poor
NMCB Officer PQS

81. Crane Certifying Officer: Overall Program Safety
108.3 State the members of a crane team and discuss their individual safety requirements.
Crane Certifying Officer: Overall Program Safety
Determines required crane (re)certification and results
Crane Crew Supervisor: Overall team/lift safety
Assigns other members of crane team
Completes lift safety checklist
Actual/Estimate of lift weight
compares with crane capacity and geometry
Crane level and stable <1% off level ( 0.57 degree)
Overhead power deenergized
10’ + 5’/150KV
NMCB Officer PQS

82. Rigger-in-Charge: Controls the crane team/operation
108.3 State the members of a crane team and discuss their individual safety requirements. (cont.)
Rigger-in-Charge: Controls the crane team/operation
Completes lift plan
Actual/Estimate of lift weight
Communications
Overhead power deenergized
Appropriate rigging requirements
Crane level and stable
Rigger: Crane Preuse inspection and rigging of load
Operator: Proficient and understands lift
Walker & Roadmaster: Safe travel of crane
NMCB Officer PQS

83. Weapons Fundamentals
Officer PQS 109

84. 109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA)
Ammo - 9mm
Max R m
M.E.R. - 50m
Magazine Fed
15+1 Rounds
Semi-Automatic
TOA - 175
9 mm Pistol
NMCB Officer PQS

85. Automatic and Semi-Automatic TOA - 650 M16A2E3 Rifle
109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont..)
Ammo mm
Max R m
M.E.R.
Point 550m
Area 800m
Magazine Fed
30 Rounds
Automatic and Semi-Automatic
TOA - 650
M16A2E3 Rifle
NMCB Officer PQS

86. 109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Ammo - .50cal
Max R m
M.E.R m
Belt Fed
Automatic
TOA - 6
M2HB .50 cal MG
NMCB Officer PQS

87. 109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Ammo mm
Max R m
M.E.R m
Belt Fed
Automatic
TOA - 16
M60E3 MG
NMCB Officer PQS

88. 109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Ammo - 40mm
Max R m
M.E.R.
1500m Point
2212m Area
Belt Fed
Automatic
TOA - 6
MK19 MG
NMCB Officer PQS

89. 109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Ammo - 40mm
Max R m
M.E.R. -
150m point
350m area
Breech Fed
Single, Pump Action
TOA - 48
M203 Grenade Launcher
NMCB Officer PQS

90. 109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Ammo - 60mm
Max R m
Tube Fed
Single Action
TOA - 6
M224 Mortars
NMCB Officer PQS

91. 109.1 List the weapons found in your unit’s Table of Allowance (TOA) (cont.)
Ammo -12 ga. 00 buckshot
Max R yds
Magazine Fed
5+1 Rounds
Pump, Semi-Automatic
TOA - 24
Mossberg M500
NMCB Officer PQS