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1. Purpose
b. This update aligns Surface Force training and readiness throughout the OFRP. It reflects
updated mission areas, changes to advanced training requirements, and modifies assessment
guidance based on lessons learned and Fleet feedback.
3. Scope. This instruction applies to all SURFPAC and SURFLANT ships (CG, DDG 51/1000,
LCC, LHA/D, LPD, LSD, MCM, PC, LCS, and ESB) and Naval Beach Groups. Tactical Air
Squadrons and Fleet Surgical Teams are governed by separate instructions.
4. Discussion. The SFTRM provides overarching strategy and policy required to generate and
sustain surface ship material and operational readiness.
5. Administration. Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet is responsible for the
administration and update of this instruction.
7. Records Management. Records created as a result of this instruction, regardless of media and
format, must be managed per Secretary of the Navy Manual 5210.1 of September 2019.
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R. I. KITCHENER R. A. BROWN
Releasability and distribution: This instruction is cleared for public release and is available
electronically only via COMNAVSURFPAC/COMNAVSURFLANT directive website,
https://cpf.navy.deps.mil/sites/cnsp/Pages/Directives.aspx
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary v
Chapter 1 1-1
SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND READINESS 1-1
100. Purpose 1-1
101. Surface Ship Readiness 1-1
102. Fleet Response Training Plan 1-5
103. Qualifications and Certifications 1-7
104. Sustainment of Certifications 1-8
105. Tracking and Reporting 1-9
106. Training Continuum Feedback 1-10
107. Readiness Evaluations, Assessments, Certifications, and Inspections 1-10
Chapter 2 2-1
SURFACE FORCE TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES 2-1
200. COMNAVSURFPAC/COMNAVSURFLANT 2-1
201. Naval Information Forces 2-2
202. Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center 2-3
203. Naval Education and Training Command 2-3
204. Administrative Control Chain of Command 2-4
205. Afloat Training Groups/Engineering Assessments 2-8
206. Information Warfare Training Group 2-11
207. Naval Beach Group One/Two 2-11
208. Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific/Atlantic 2-12
209. Tactical Training Group Pacific/Atlantic 2-12
210. Naval Information Warfighting Development Center 2-13
211. Ship’s Commanding Officer 2-13
212. Training Officer 2-15
Chapter 3 3-1
SUPPORTING REQUIREMENTS 3-1
300. Shipboard Training and PQS Program Policy 3-1
301. Training Teams 3-4
302. Ship Instructions, Notices, and Bills 3-5
303. Synthetic Training 3-6
304. Monthly Inport Training Exercises 3-7
305. Live Fire Requirements 3-8
306. TYCOM Formal Schools Requirements 3-8
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Chapter 4 4-1
OPTIMIZED FLEET RESPONSE PLAN PHASE REQUIREMENTS 4-1
400. Optimized Fleet Response Plan 4-1
401. Sustainment Phase 4-6
402. Maintenance Phase 4-9
403. Shakedown Phase 4-10
404. Basic Phase 4-14
405. Advanced Phase 4-20
406. Integrated Phase 4-21
407. OFRP Variations 4-24
Chapter 5 5-1
MISSION AREA CERTIFICATION CRITERIA 5-1
500. Certification, Advanced, and Repetitive Exercises 5-1
501. Ship Class Mission Area Alignment 5-3
502. Maintenance and Material Management 5-4
503. Amphibious Warfare 5-5
504. Anti-Submarine Warfare 5-10
505. Anti-Terrorism 5-15
506. Air Warfare 5-18
507. Ballistic Missile Defense 5-23
508. Communications 5-25
509. Cryptology 5-28
510. Cyber Warfare 5-30
511. Electronic Warfare 5-33
512. Explosive Safety 5-36
513. Fleet Support Operations-Medical 5-37
514. Intelligence 5-39
515. Mine Warfare 5-42
516. Mobility-Aviation 5-47
517. Mobility-Damage Control 5-52
518. Mobility-Engineering 5-55
519. Mobility-Navigation 5-57
520. Mobility-Seamanship 5-60
521. Search And Rescue 5-65
522. Strike Warfare-Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification 5-66
523. Strike Warfare-Naval Surface Fire Support 5-68
524. Supply Management 5-70
525. Surface Warfare 5-71
526. Visit, Board, Search, And Seizure 5-76
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Chapter 6 6-1
READINESS EVALUATIONS 6-1
600. Roles and Responsibilities 6-1
601. READINESS Evaluation 1 6-4
602. READINESS Evaluation 2 6-10
603. READINESS Evaluation 3 6-13
604. READINESS Evaluation 4 6-19
605. READINESS Evaluation 5 6-33
606. READINESS Evaluation 6 6-43
607. READINESS Evaluation 7 6-45
Chapter 7 7-1
LITTORAL COMBAT SHIP TRAINING 7-1
700. LCS Training and Readiness Concept 7-1
701. Basic Phase Training Strategy 7-8
702. Mission Area Certification 7-9
Chapter 8 8-1
EXPEDITIONARY SEA BASE TRAINING 8-1
Chapter 9 9-1
NAVAL BEACH GROUP TRAINING 9-1
900. Purpose and Training Philosophy 9-1
901. Responsibilities 9-3
902. Naval Reserve Force Training and Readiness 9-6
903. Training Process within the Fleet Response Training Plan Phases 9-8
904. NBG Training Policy 9-10
905. Training Support and Certification of Naval Beach Unit SEVEN Personnel 9-17
906. Craftmaster, Boat Captain, and Coxswain Qualification and Recertification
Requirements 9-22
907. Maritime Prepositioning Force Proficiency Requirements 9-25
908. Assault Follow-On Echelon Proficiency Requirements 9-31
909. Naval Support Element Mission Area Certification Criteria 9-33
909.1 Assault Craft Unit (Displacement) 9-33
909.2 Assault Craft Unit (Non-Displacement) 9-41
909.3 Amphibious Construction Battalion 9-48
909.4 Beach Master Unit 9-56
Supplement A Supporting Checklists 9-63
Supplement B List of Engineering Drills 9-63
Supplement C List of Engineering Evolutions 9-66
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Appendix A A-1
NAVAL SURFACE FIRE SUPPORT QUALIFICATION A-1
Appendix B B-1
INSPECTIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, ASSESSMENTS, AND VISITS B-1
Appendix C C-1
MISSION AREA CERTIFICATION DEPENDENCIES C-1
Appendix D D-1
TRAINING AND OPERATIONAL READINESS INFORMATION SERVICES D-1
Appendix E E-1
SAMPLE MESSAGE TEMPLATES E-1
Appendix F F-1
KEY REFERENCES F-1
Appendix G G-1
ACRONYMS G-1
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Executive Summary
The Surface Force Training and Readiness Manual (SFTRM) provides the overarching strategy
and policy required to generate and sustain surface ship material and operational readiness.
SFTRM execution depends on the integration of manning, maintenance, training, and sustainment
throughout all Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP) phases. It begins with meticulous
maintenance planning to generate the material readiness required to support unencumbered,
effective training and operational readiness that ultimately leads to a self-sufficient ship.
The SFTRM defines a continual process that educates ships on what the standards are;
determines where the ship is relative to standards; helps the ship achieve standards compliance
through training, assessments, and maintenance actions; and circles back periodically to ensure the
lessons and effects of this process endure. A ship readiness generation model supports this process
by integrating maintenance and training into a coherent plan of mutually supportive events that
provides ships sufficient time to properly maintain, operate, and employ ship systems safely and
confidently. The goal of the process is that Sailors deploy with their ship at the peak of readiness,
that they are properly prepared to overcome challenges presented on deployment, and that they have
the training to sustain a high level of readiness throughout deployment.
This manual serves as the primary directive for planning, scheduling, and executing all unit
level training requirements within the Surface Force. It provides the policies, minimum TYCOM
mission area proficiency requirements, and guidance to assist in the development of a
comprehensive unit level training program. Each ship’s training program should facilitate mission
readiness by using all tools available and integrating a sequence of individual, team, and unit
training evolutions in all required mission areas and core competencies.
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Chapter 1
100. Purpose. The Surface Force Training and Readiness Manual (SFTRM) provides a well-
defined, prescriptive Fleet Response Training Plan (FRTP) for surface ships to achieve Optimized
Fleet Response Plan (OFRP) readiness. Proper maintenance execution, coupled with foundational
training that reinforces standards compliance, allows ships to enter the Basic Phase unencumbered
by material deficiencies. The approach to training, discussed in detail in Chapter 4, methodically
builds proficiency at the Individual, Watch Team, Unit, and Group levels.
1. Summary. The concept for surface ship readiness is that units are maximally prepared for
operational missions and, ultimately, deployment, via an unwavering commitment to training,
maintenance, and manning. This commitment supports the FRTP model and a “fight tonight”
focus. As the premier fighting force, ships will be optimally equipped for tasking, as required by
the phase of OFRP being executed. A ship in the sustainment phase of the OFRP must maintain
surge readiness per this manual and Numbered Fleet guidance. While the OFRP model identifies
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the start of the Maintenance Phase as the beginning of the 36-month cycle, readiness generation in
the SFTRM begins in Sustainment Phase and is a continuous effort. Having completed all
requirements for deployment certification and at the height of deployment readiness, a ship in the
Sustainment Phase prepares for the next FRTP by completing material readiness assessments to
form the basis of the Availability Work Package (AWP) for their upcoming Chief of Naval
Operations (CNO) Availability. Additionally, several coordinated assessments, Readiness
Evaluations (READ-Es), will be conducted throughout the FRTP to assess a ship's material and
training readiness, provide periodic feedback to Immediate Superior in Command (ISIC)/Type
Commander (TYCOM), and ensure the ship is ready to meet mission requirements. Prioritization,
at the appropriate leadership level, concerning resources and support is key to ensuring the
successful execution of this concept.
2. Focus on Deployed Readiness. This readiness concept features baseline training across all
mission areas with focused attention and additional specific training for mission areas expected
during the scheduled deployment. No redundancy will be left at the pier – our units will be ready
to execute across the spectrum and phases of operations.
3. Focus on Mobility and Tactical Readiness. The highest levels of proficiency in Mobility and
Unit Tactical mission areas are critical to surface ship readiness. Training and certification of Tier
1 (Mobility) mission areas ensure ships are prepared to safely operate, navigate, and communicate.
Training and certification of Tier 2 (Unit Tactical) mission areas provide the baseline for unit
employment of weapons systems, weapons, and sensors in a stand-alone environment using single
warfare and multi-warfare scenarios inport and at sea.
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5. Readiness Progression. Surface ships progress through eight steps to achieve peak readiness as
illustrated in Figure 1-1. Readiness is based upon a foundation of solid material condition that
supports effective training; each step builds upon the previous step to generate readiness for each
mission area. The purpose and standard of each step is as follows:
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e. Mobility (Tier 1). Core skills training in Amphibious Warfare (AMW), Communications
(COMMS), Mobility-Aviation (MOB-A), Mobility-Damage Control (MOB-D), Mobility-
Engineering (MOB-E), Mobility-Navigation (MOB-N), Mobility-Seamanship (MOB-S).
Standard: Operate, Navigate, Communicate.
Note: AMW must be conducted within the first 60 days of Basic Phase to enable ATF Lift support
per references (a) and (b).
f. Unit Tactical (Tier 2). Unit warfare training in Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Air
Warfare (AW), Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD), Cryptology (CRY), Cyber Warfare (CYBER),
Electronic Warfare (EW), Intelligence (INT), Mine Warfare (MIW), Surface Warfare (SW), Strike
Warfare - Cruise Missile Tactical Qualification (STW-CMTQ), Strike Warfare - Naval Surface
Fire Support (STW-NSFS), and Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) as applicable.
Standard: Maneuver and tactically employ ownship weapons and sensors as a stand-alone unit in
single and multi-warfare mission area scenarios.
h. Group Tactical (Tier 3). Group integrated, multi-platform, multi-warfare area tactical
training conducted within the Advance and Integrated Training Phases. Standard: Execute
Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Integrate into an Amphibious Ready
Group/Carrier Strike Group or other higher-level organization; act as a Search and Attack Unit
Commander (SAUC), Surface Action Group Commander (SAGC), Warfare Area Commander;
attain required skills for deployment.
i. Sustainment. Unit level training and operations conducted to sustain proficiency in each
mission area. Standard: Sustain proficiency in mobility and tactical mission areas.
a. Train. The training process, based upon Navy Mission Essential Tasks (NMETs), trains
individuals and watch teams to perform Navy Tactical Tasks (NT As) in required conditions to a
measurable standard. Training starts with theory and fundamentals followed by practical, hands-
on scenarios with over-the-shoulder training.
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b. Assess. The ship must pass a comprehensive assessment in each mission area to validate
watchstander and training team proficiency standards. TYCOM certifies ships in assigned mission
areas upon completion of ATG/IWTG/LCSRON watch team assessment. TYCOM certifies the
ship to sustain training, through completion of Repetitive Exercises (REs); following
ATG/IWTG/LCSRON training team assessment.
c. Certify. TYCOM certifies ships in assigned mission areas upon completion of required
pre-deployment training and successful completion of various assessments conducted by TYCOM
and/or designated supporting commands. U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFFC), Commander,
U.S. Pacific Fleet (CPF), Commander, U.S. SECOND Fleet (C2F), Commander, U.S. THIRD
Fleet (C3F), Commander, U.S. FIFTH Fleet (C5F), Commander, U.S. SIXTH Fleet (C6F) or
Commander, U.S. SEVENTH Fleet (C7F) certifies ships for deployment per reference (b) based in
part upon TYCOM assessment of PESTO pillars. The intent of the Basic Phase is to provide units
with an unencumbered block of time; however, the Basic Phase may be compressed, extended or
interrupted if conditions warrant, and is further addressed in Chapter 4 of this instruction.
7. Predictable Path. One of the primary goals of the readiness concept is a standard, predictable
path throughout all FRTP phases for each ship. A predictable path will require close coordination
and planning due to the number of scheduled events and competing training resources, however,
proactive training and early certification provided the opportunity to “buy back” time in the
schedule that will allow more flexibility in the schedule. TYCOMs and
USFFC/CPF/C2F/C3F/C5F/C6F/C7F will, to the maximum extent possible, ensure training
timelines as outlined in reference (b) are available for all units during Basic, Advanced and
Integrated Phases of the FRTP.
8. Exit Criteria. Chapter 4 provides PESTO based exit criteria for each phase of the OFRP. Each
ship must achieve prescribed standards in material readiness and demonstrated proficiency prior to
advancing through the OFRP to maximize effectiveness. It is critical each ship and chain of
command prioritizes attainment of exit criteria standards, and recognizes early and report any risk
of not completing milestones in time to meet operational commitments. By frontloading risk
assessment, supporting organizations have a better chance to assist the ship in meeting prescribed
standards. TYCOM will use all available resources to assess the ship’s readiness and determine if
the ship has achieved the required exit criteria to advance to the next phase. A decision to hold a
ship in a phase can have a significant impact on the ship’s ability to meet scheduled operational
commitments, and this impact must be weighed against the impact of not completing the
applicable milestones prior to transitioning to the next phase. Nominal OFRP phase duration can
be found in reference (c).
1. The FRTP is aligned with the OFRP and consists of six phases: Sustainment, Maintenance,
Shakedown, Basic, Advanced, and Integrated. Throughout the cycle, a prioritized, comprehensive
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AWP is developed to satisfactorily execute the upcoming Maintenance Phase. The work package
must be closely managed and coordinated throughout Sustainment and Maintenance Phases to
successfully complete the availability on time. In addition to maintenance actions, training is an
important part of Maintenance Phase as ships will be educated on standards, and how to achieve
required material conditions to support training. Basic Phase provides unit level Mobility and
Tactical training in order to support operations. Advanced Phase training provides group level
tactics in preparation for the Integrated Phase. Integrated Phase training combines the multitude of
naval warfare capabilities of the various units into a single cohesive Strike Group, Amphibious
Ready Group (ARG), or mission-oriented deployable unit/staff. Sustainment Phase, and
specifically the ship’s deployment, is the culmination of the FRTP cycle and focuses on
maintaining the group or unit’s proficiency to support operational requirements.
2. FRTP Phases. The FRTP Phases described below detail the path to deployed readiness. To
ensure readiness for scheduled deployments, external assessments and inspections validate
proficiency and satisfactory material condition as the ship progresses through the FRTP.
Note: Due to LCS and ESB unique Blue/Gold crewing construct and FRTP cycles, Chapters
7 and 8 respectively, will provide training policy and guidance for those platforms.
b. Maintenance Phase. Maintenance Phase begins at the start of a CNO Availability or other
availability as designated by the TYCOM and ends after the ship successfully meets the exit
criteria detailed in Chapter 4. During Maintenance Phase, the ship will improve PESTO pillar
readiness to be able to perform in Basic Phase. Specifically, the ship will strive to complete all
required schoolhouse training identified in Fleet Training Management and Planning System
(FLTMPS), ensure installed systems are operational, verify training and qualification programs are
fully established and maintained, complete administrative checks with ATG, and complete all
classroom training for post-maintenance operations.
Note: Ships will meet Thresholds (TH) for Critical Navy Enlisted Classifications (CNECs)
established by the semi-annual USFF review of CNEC Thresholds (CNEC TH) before TYCOM
grants Basic Phase mission area certification in each mission area.
c. Shakedown Phase. Although not an official FRTP phase per reference (a), Shakedown
Phase begins upon successful completion of Contractor Sea Trials and ends after the ship
successfully meets Shakedown Phase exit criteria detailed in Chapter 4. During Shakedown Phase,
the ship validates its readiness to begin Basic Phase training.
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Note: Combat Systems Ship Qualification Trials (CSSQT), as determined by NAVSEA, will
occur following Shakedown Phase and before the commencement of Basic Phase entitlement.
Completion of CSSQT requirements will not result in truncation of Basic Phase without TYCOM
approval.
Note: UNREP Ship Qualification Trials (UNREP SQT), as determined by NAVSEA, will occur
either during or following Shakedown Phase and before the commencement of Basic Phase
entitlement. UNREP SQT is required for LHA and LHD class ships, and highly recommended for
CRUDES ships. UNREP SQT is required for new construction LCS prior to first underway
replenishment.
d. Basic Phase. Basic Phase begins after the ship successfully exits Shakedown Phase and
ends when the ship meets exit criteria detailed in Chapter 4, or when directed by TYCOM. During
the Basic Phase, a ship conducts unit-level training and improves PESTO pillar readiness to be
able to perform in Advanced and Integrated Phases. Basic Phase completion does not mean a ship
is fully trained or proficient in group or other composite unit operations.
e. Advanced Phase. Advanced Phase starts at the completion of Basic Phase and ends when
the ship meets Advanced Phase exit criteria detailed in Chapter 4. During Advanced Phase, a ship
conducts multi-unit tactical level training (e.g. SWATT) in preparation for Integrated Phase.
f. Integrated Phase. Integrated Phase starts upon completion of Advanced Phase and ends
when the ship meets exit criteria detailed in Chapter 4, typically upon completion of the Group
Tactical training syllabus or certification exercise and designation of the unit as certified for
deployment. During Integrated Phase, a ship conducts multi-unit, multi-platform training and
improve PESTO pillar readiness to be able to perform in a Strike Group, ARG, or other multi-unit
group. USFFC/CPF/C2F/C3F/C6F/C7F will certify strike groups, ARGs, mission-oriented
deployable units/staffs, or off-cycle deploying ships for deployment per reference (b).
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3. Mission Area Certification. A mission area certification is awarded by the TYCOM after a
ship has completed Basic Phase training, dependencies found in Appendix C, and watch team
requirements for that particular mission area.
4. Training Team Certification. After mission area certification, TYCOM awards training team
certification once a ship has completed training team training and certification for a particular
mission area.
5. Basic Phase Completion. TYCOM certifies Basic Phase completion when all Mobility and
Tactical Mission area certifications are awarded.
1. Ships certify across all mission areas and retain all certifications throughout deployment and
the post-deployment Sustainment Phase.
2. Ships will ensure that all 36-month decoupled certifications remain current within the
periodicity throughout the Maintenance Phase. Upon entering the Maintenance Phase, deployment
certification and all Mobility and Tactical Basic Phase certifications will reset. Certain mission
areas, termed Critical Mission Areas (CMAs), have requirements that are maintained throughout
the FRTP including the Maintenance and Shakedown Phases. For those mission areas that are
maintained throughout the Maintenance and Shakedown Phases, proficiency is maintained by
accomplishing required Repetitive Exercises (REs) as specified by an asterisk in Chapter 5 of this
document. The mission areas that ships must maintain proficiency throughout Maintenance and
Shakedown Phases are:
c. Explosive Safety (EXPSAF). Standard: Safely store and properly account for ammunition
needed for the AT mission in a shipyard environment, per reference (l). In accordance with
OPNAVINST 8023.24, the ship’s force will maintain a valid qualification and certification
program that consists of an approved Qualification/Certification (Qual/Cert) Training Plan, a board
chair, at least two board members (may be more to sustain an active program), and a sufficient
number of qualified/certified personnel to support the command's or activity's daily explosive
operations involving handling, transportation, and storage of ammunition explosives.
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g. Search and Rescue (SAR). Standard: Conduct SAR ASA checklist every 90 days
throughout Maintenance Phase.
h. Supply (SUP). Standard: Provide logistics support for Maintenance Phase requirements.
3. 36-Month Decoupled (Rolling) Mission Areas. Six mission areas are decoupled from Basic
Phase as mission areas that do not provide foundational training for post Basic Phase multi-unit
tactical and group level Advanced and Integrated training. Certification training for these mission
areas can but need not take place during Basic Phase. Ships will work with ISIC and ATG to
ensure mission area training is successfully completed prior to certification expiration and will
remain current throughout deployment. Mission areas that fall under the 36-month periodicity
requirement are 3M, AT, EXPSAF, FSO-M, SAR, and SUP. Ships will request, at a minimum,
LTTs semi-annually to ensure these critical mission areas are maintained.
1. While all certifications remain valid until the ship enters Maintenance Phase, circumstances
may develop whereby the ability of the ship to perform a mission has either been severely
compromised or eliminated altogether. These circumstances can arise from the loss of critical
personnel (P), equipment casualties (E), logistics shortfalls (S), loss of proficiency (T), or lack of
required ordnance (O).
2. Ships will report mission area degradations that affect their readiness to conduct Major Combat
Operations (MCO) in DRRS-Afloat or DRRS-Express for each PESTO pillar (Personnel,
Equipment, Supply, Training, Ordnance) per references (d), (e) and (o). Report mission area
degradations per references (d) and (e).
a. Personnel. Personnel shortfalls, that affect ability to conduct major combat operations
(MCO), are reported to DRRS-S.
b. Equipment. Equipment and material discrepancies are documented in the Current Ship’s
Maintenance Project (CSMP), tracked in authoritative Fleet material readiness databases, and are
reported in DRRS-S if they affect ability to conduct major combat operations.
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c. Supply. Unit supply status, requests, and shortfalls are reported in Continuous Monitoring
Program (CMP).
3. Accurate tracking and reporting of proficiency and mission readiness is essential to support
decision making by the Commanding Officer as well as administrative and operational
commanders.
2. CSG-4/15 will provide Integrated Phase feedback to TYCOM and applicable training
organizations to facilitate training continuum alignment and wholeness.
1. Periodic assessments validate ship readiness to execute mission requirements. Due to the
unique capabilities of each ship class, numerous organizations provide assessments, evaluations,
certifications, and inspections. These organizations will use established, common standards for
material readiness and training to eliminate duplicity of checks and assessments. Additionally,
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these organizations will schedule and conduct periodic assessments where they fit best to improve
ship readiness throughout the OFRP and deliver ships to USFFC/CPF/C2F/C3F/C5F/ C6F/C7F at
their peak level of readiness. A complete list of authorized readiness evaluations, assessments,
certifications, and inspections is provided in reference (f) and Chapter 6, supported by applicable
instructions listed in Appendix F. Appendix B provides a list of Inspections, Certifications,
Assessments and Visits (ICAVs). Appendix C provides a list of mission area dependencies.
(1) Throughout the OFRP, READ-Es are integrated into the schedule (as depicted in Figure
4-1 for Cruisers/Destroyers and Figure 4-2 for Amphibious Ships) to assess, validate, or certify
ship readiness. Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF) ships will execute READ-Es per
Chapters 4 and 6. Because each evaluation may have several components, one organization will
be designated as the lead organization for each READ-E and is responsible for coordination with
the ship and other external assessment teams to minimize redundancy and maximize effectiveness.
The duration of each READ-E varies based upon scope, ship class, and other scheduling
considerations.
c. Assessments. Assessments that are not part of Readiness Evaluations are scheduled as
independent events throughout the OFRP. Where possible, these assessments are aligned to the
notional cycle, rather than a standardized periodicity (e.g., “conducted during pre-deployment
Sustainment Phase” vice “conducted every 2 years”) to provide ships a predictable and logical
readiness assessment periodicity. Reference (f) provides a complete list of assessments. These
independent assessments are scheduled with the following additional goals:
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d. Total Ship Readiness Assessment (TSRA). TSRA visits are readiness-focused material
condition assessments scheduled and managed by the TYCOM and executed by the RMC. Details
for scheduling and execution of the TSRA process are provided in reference (f).
(1) INSURV Trials and Material Inspections. The Board of Inspection and Survey
(INSURV) will conduct Acceptance Trials (AT), Final Contract Trials (FCTs), Minimum Notice
Material Inspections (MIs), and Decommissioning Surveys per references (h) and (i). Minimum
Notice Material Inspections will normally be scheduled by INSURV to occur in either the
Integrated or Sustainment Phase.
(2) The TYCOM Material Inspection Team (TMIT) will conduct material inspections of
ships throughout the OFRP. The TMITs for CNSP and CNSL are the N45 and N44, respectively.
Ships should establish communications with their TMIT no later than the end of the Maintenance
Phase and should maintain regular contact with the team through the OFRP.
(3) Due to the minimum notice nature of MIs, ships must identify and continuously
maintain functional area leads and must always be ready to execute the MI SOE on short notice.
Ships should practice the MI SOE regularly to maintain their preparedness to demonstrate the SOE
for either the TYCOM or INSURV.
(4) The TYCOM retains the authority to direct ships to accomplish any READ-E event at
any time.
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Chapter 2
1. Overall management of Naval Surface Force training, policy, procedures and requirements
per references (a) through (c). Responsibilities include:
a. Management of Maintenance Phase, Shakedown Phase, Basic Phase, and Advanced Phase
for all surface force unit-level surface force training.
e. Provide Surface Force training guidance to the ATGs and supporting commands such as
Navy Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC), Naval Undersea Warfare
Center (NUWC), Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS), Naval Beach Group (NBG),
Expeditionary Warfare Training Group (EWTG), Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR), Naval
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Information Warfighting Development Center (NIWDC), and Naval Information Warfare Training
Group (IWTG-N/SD/G).
f. Granting and/or approval of all mission area certifications, exit criteria, and associated
standards and requirements.
g. Approval authority for all Basic Phase training related schedules, policy exceptions and
deviations.
1. NAVIFOR as the overall EA for the development and execution of training for Information
Warfare (IW) mission areas to include Cryptology (CRY), Cyber Warfare (CYBER), and
Electronic Warfare (EW). Specific responsibilities include:
b. Delegate responsibilities and authority for IW basic unit-level training requirements and
certification recommendations throughout the OFRP as the executive training agent for IW
mission areas to Information Warfare Training Group (IWTG).
c. Develop and validate Navy Mission Essential Tasks (NMETs) for IW mission areas and
OPSEC for inclusion in TYCOM approved NMET List.
d. Review, validate, and submit results of Mission Area Annual Reviews for IW mission areas
to ATGPAC/ATGLANT via IWTG.
f. Oversee NIWDC and IWTG as executive training agents for NAVIFOR unit-level training
and certification requirements.
g. Ensure NIWDC and IWTG are sufficiently trained on emerging systems, technologies and
tactics to perform as qualified instructors, trainers and mentors to afloat personnel.
h. Ensure NIWDC and IWTG personnel implement adequate qualification programs to ensure
required skills and expertise of afloat instructors, trainers and mentors. Include qualification as
Weapons and Tactics Instructors, Afloat Training Specialists, and/or Master Training Specialists
(Navy Enlisted Classification (9502)), as applicable.
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j. Direct and validate the development of training solutions for IW mission areas and OPSEC
for individual, unit, advanced, and integrated training requirements ensuring alignment with
established Navy Tactical Tasks (NTAs) and IAW NETC policies and procedures.
k. Provide IW mission area and OPSEC shipboard instructors, through NIWDC and IWTG, in
support of Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center as manning permits.
l. Provide IW mission area and OPSEC shipboard trainers and evaluators, through NIWDC
and IWTG, in support of Commander Carrier Strike Group Four and Fifteen as manning permits.
m. Provide tailored training, through NIWDC and IWTG, when requested by ships or ISICs in
the form of LTTs and ERAVs events as applicable.
Note: The following are designated as training organizations: ATG, CNSS-5, CSCS, EA,
EWTG, IWTG, LCSRON, LTF, NBG, NETC, NIWDC, SMWDC, Surface/Mine/ASW
Division, TTG and responsibilities are listed in this chapter.
1. SMWDC is TYCOM’s executive agent for planning and execution of SWATT. Specific
responsibilities include:
a. Train surface forces in Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) in assigned combat
mission areas at the individual, unit, integrated, or advanced, and joint levels ensuring alignment
with the Surface Warfare Combat Training Continuum (SWCTC), when appropriate. Provide
mentoring and assessments by SMWDC Warfare Tactics Instructors (WTIs) and other Subject
Matter Experts (SMEs).
b. Develop SOE, Scheme of Maneuver, at sea Letters of Instruction, event cards, objectives,
and Data Management Analysis Plans in support of SWATT events that are used to measure the
effectiveness of SWATT training. Utilize the AEs contained in Chapter 5 of this instruction to
provide the foundation and the starting point for the development of SWATT events. Grade and/or
assess the units on AE execution.
1. NETC will assist ATG, both in curriculum development and training. This will
ensure the theory taught in the classroom transitions to practice on the deck plates.
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2. NETC Learning Centers will support Basic Phase training by conducting Advanced
Warfare Training (AWT) and Self-Assessment and Groom Training (SAGT) as delineated in
Chapter 4.
(2) Support Divisional Training Team scenario-based events in support of Train to Certify
(T2C).
(3) Support Divisional Training Team by providing “Stick” times and scenarios.
1. The ISIC in the ADCON Chain of Command monitors, tracks, reports to TYCOM, and
provides overall supervision for the conduct of each assigned unit's progress throughout the
training cycle and participates in selected evolutions. The immediate superior in the ADCON
Chain of Command will:
a. Ensure compliance of assigned units with the Surface Force Training and Readiness
Manual
d. Review and approve training requirements of assigned units and monitor their execution
through routine use of TORIS. Continuously monitor, track, and report to TYCOM individual ship
proficiency status and TORIS Mission Area FOM levels throughout the OFRP. Ensure ISIC and
ship-data-entry requirements are up-to-date in TORIS throughout the FRTP.
e. Monitor progress of assigned ships to ensure completion of all Basic Phase requirements,
to include exit criteria.
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f. Monitor all OFRP exit criteria. Coordinate schedule requests through the chain of
command and quarterly fleet scheduling conferences. Ensure ship scheduling of integrated events
does not conflict with Basic Phase training.
h. Monitor Advanced, Integrated, and Sustainment Phase training through liaison with
SMWDC, Numbered Fleet Commanders (NFC), tactical commanders/immediate operational
commanders, Officer Conducting Exercise (OCE) for major fleet exercises, and or Carrier Strike
Group (CSG)/Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) commanders.
i. Monitor missed training opportunities for assigned units and take appropriate action based
on the circumstances.
j. Monitor and ensure ship participation in Monthly Inport Training Exercises (MITEs) in
each Fleet Concentration Area (FCA).
n. Assist ship COs and ATG in the scheduling, coordination, and briefing of the ship’s Basic
Phase Readiness Brief and Basic Phase Status Update Brief to TYCOM.
o. Prior to entering Basic Phase, ship/ISIC will transmit a READ-E 1 update message,
indicating that the ship is ready to commence Basic Phase.
a. CNSGWP acts as TYCOM’s executive agent for FDNF-J ships throughout the
Maintenance, Basic, Advanced, and Integrated Phases. CNSGWP’s mission and authorities are
delineated in reference (f) and include:
(1) Ensure FDNF-J ships receive requisite maintenance and training entitlements per
reference (f).
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(2) Assess readiness per FDNF-J readiness generation model and recommend ships for
Basic Phase certification.
(3) Report FDNF-J ship performance of, impediments to, mitigation, and attainment of
certification requirements to CNSP.
(4) Exercise authority as delegated in reference (f) for TYCOM-level oversight of FDNF-J
ships’ material readiness, training, and Basic Phase certifications.
(5) Exercise ADCON authority over FDNF-J ships per reference (f).
(6) Receive Basic Phase Readiness Brief and Basic Phase Status Update Brief as
TYCOM’s executive agent for FDNF-J.
a. CNSS-5 acts as TYCOM’s executive agent for FDNF-C PC and MCM ships undergoing
maintenance and training phases. CNSS-5 mission and authority are delineated in reference (g)
and include:
(1) Ensure FDNF-C ships receive requisite maintenance and training entitlements per
reference (g).
(2) Assess readiness per FDNF-C readiness generation model and recommend ships for
Basic Phase completion.
(3) Report FDNF-C ship performance of, impediments to, mitigation, and attainment of
certification requirements to CNSL.
(4) Exercise authority as delegated in reference (g) for TYCOM-level oversight of FDNF-
C ships’ material readiness, training, and BPC certifications.
(5) Exercise ADCON authority over FDNF-C ships and serve as Class Advocate for all PC
Class ships.
(6) Conduct all training and certification events that would normally be accomplished by
ATG Mayport and Engineering Assessments Atlantic (with the exception of LOA) for FDNF-C
based PCs.
(7) Conduct all training certification events that would normally be accomplished by ATG
Mayport (with the exception of LOA and SUP) for FDNF-C based MCMs.
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(8) Receive Basic Phase Readiness Brief and Basic Phase Status Update Brief as
TYCOM’s executive agent.
a. LCSRON and Divisions act as TYCOM’s executive agent for LCS throughout the
Maintenance, Basic, Advanced, and Integrated Phases. LCSRON and Divisions will:
(1) Provide Type Commander (TYCOM) with mission area certifications recommendations
based upon assessments conducted by LCSRON, DIVISION, ATGP/ATGL, or other assessment
organizations. TYCOM will grant final mission area certifications.
(2) Establish fully qualified Training Teams utilizing staff and/or Training Ship
Crewmembers (manning and installed MMDET permitting) and develop or approve Standard
Operating Procedures to conduct training and certification events in all Mobility and Tactical
mission areas, with the exception of EXPSAF, MOB-A, SAR, and CYBER. Mission area
executive agents outlined in Figure 7-2.
(4) Create, maintain, and ensure all stakeholders (crews and other training assets) have
continuous access to Afloat Self-Assessment (ASA) checksheets for all Mission Areas noted in
Chapter 5 of this instruction.
(5) Develop drill packages for execution through synthetic training facilities (LTF) to
accomplish proficiency, certification and recertification goals set forth in this instruction.
(6) Provide training to, and observe all certification events conducted onboard pre-
commissioning units.
(7) Ensure the completion of all End of Mission Reports (EOMR) for each training event.
EOMR will be submitted to the TYCOM and maintained in a database or file for each crew and
ship.
(8) Provide the training to the Training Ship Training Teams to facilitate certification.
(9) Assist the Training Ship in observing synthetic trainer events as necessary.
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(1) Establish fully qualified Training Teams (manning and installed MMDET permitting)
to conduct training and certification events in all Tier 1 (Mobility) and Tier 2 (Tactical) mission
areas, with the exception of EXPSAF.
(3) Designate a Training Ship Liaison (TSL) as a direct representative for planning training
events.
(4) Observe all certification events and provide LCSRON/Division with recommendations
for crews conducting certification events in all applicable Mission Areas.
(5) The Training Ship Training Team will be trained and certified by the Divisional
Training Team, with ATG assistance as required.
1. The Afloat Training Group (ATG) is TYCOM’s executive agent for training and assessment.
The use and support of ATG is required during appropriate events during Maintenance,
Shakedown, Basic, and Sustainment Phases to ensure standardization in conducting and assessing
training. All third party assessment organizations that contribute to mission area certification will
adhere to guidance set forth in this manual and coordinate efforts with ATG for all training events,
READ-Es, and TSRA periods that occur during the OFRP. ATG will:
a. Assess and grade all Certification Exercises (CEs) completed during Basic Phase unless
already approved for observation/assessment/grading by an external organization approved by
TYCOM. For associated events that are required subsets to CEs that outside organizations
objectively grade (e.g. Surface Ship Radiated Noise Measurement (SSRNM) and On-Range
Torpedo Firing where objective qualitative evidence of proper performance exists), that evidence
(SSRNM report, range message, degaussing message, etc.) serves as the qualified third party
observer.
b. Develop Basic Phase training plans, to include tailoring, if required, based on READ-E
three mission area proficiency performance.
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d. Afloat Training Group Pacific (ATGPAC), serving as the program manager for TORIS
and associated applications, will develop, maintain, and distribute the applications to the Surface
Force, Squadron Commanders, and TYCOMs and provide periodic updates.
e. Enter all Basic Phase training assessment data into TORIS, to include all training event
scheduling and resourcing data, CE grade sheets, training event assessment documents (ASAs,
Material Check Sheets, etc.), and CE completion data.
f. Provide TORIS training for afloat (ship and squadron) personnel as required.
g. Serve as the database manager for Surface Force and Afloat Training Organization (ATO)
training and certification data.
h. Provide tailored training when requested by ships or ISICs in the form of Limited Team
Training (LTT) events outside of the Basic Phase.
i. Provide support using the Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE) battle labs for
Fleet Synthetic Training-Unit (FST-U) level events.
l. Assign Training Liaison Officers (TLO)/Team Leaders (TL) to ships in Basic Phase.
TLOs/TLs will track and maintain a status of mission area certification requirements for their
respective ships, providing that status weekly to TYCOM, via the ATG CO, until all Basic Phase
mission area and training team certifications are complete.
m. ATG Battle Lab will maintain a library of AOR relevant training scenarios to support
all ship classes.
p. Coordinate with ADCON ISIC in the development and maintaining of weekly Basic Phase
training and readiness status report to TYCOM, ISICs, and ships. This report will be provided to
TYCOM via email. If a ship cannot complete Basic Phase within the allotted time, ATG must
work with ISIC and propose a plan of action for completion of remaining events, explaining any
issues that impact execution to TYCOM.
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q. Provide READ-E 3 support, conduct material checks as needed, manage LOK exam
program, and maintain ATG website.
r. Assist LCS crews and trainers in the execution of certification training events as required.
s. Publish User Guide in order to provide ship with execution level detail for all warfare
certifications.
t. Coordinate with ISIC in the auditing of Controlled Equipage List (CEL) Visual
Information (VI) Equipment Inventory. Each ship will maintain completed receipts of inventory
lists that include the name and signature of the responsible custodian. As part of the audit, ATG
and TYCOM will provide initial training on the VI equipment. ATG will provide status report to
TYCOM, ISICs, and ships. This report will be provided to TYCOM PAO via email to ensure
ships exit Basic Phase with appropriate VI Equipment Inventory. Upon completion of Basic
Phase, the TYCOM PAO will submit a memorandum to the certifying Fleet Command PAO
reporting the unit’s readiness to commence follow-on training and/or report non-completion of
readiness requirements.
d. Provide support to ISIC or TYCOM by either assisting with or conducting LOAs on ships
with availabilities less than 120 days, if requested.
f. Certify CNSS-5 N44 Engineering Readiness Assessments Officer to act as the senior
assessor in situations where EAA is not available to support a LOA in Bahrain (CENTCOM).
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1. IWTG serving as the executive agent on behalf of COMNAVIFOR for IW mission areas
training and assessment will conduct EW, CRY, and CYBER training and certification
recommendation to TYCOM. Specific responsibilities include:
a. Train and assess all IW mission areas Certification Exercises (CEs) completed during Basic
Phase.
b. Establish independent IWTG EW, CRY and CYBER Mission Area Annual Review
(MAAR) process in coordination with ATGPAC/ATGLANT. Assess training and certification
requirements while ensuring alignment with ATG as it relates to Basic phase policy and procedural
requirements.
f. Coordinate with ATG and provide LTTs when requested by ships, ISICs, or TYCOMs.
g. Support development of platform NMETLs for IW mission areas and core competencies
1. NBG 1/2 will conduct Amphibious Warfare (AMW) mission area and Amphibious Task
Force Lift (ATF Lift) training as a third party assessment organization for ATG. Specific
responsibilities include:
a. Assess and grade all AMW CEs during Basic Phase. Retain responsibility for AMW
Certification events.
b. Per reference (b), ensure training for ATF Lift capable platforms is complete within 60
days of completion of the Maintenance Phase.
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1. Support ESG/MEB and ARG/MEU Basic Phase training by providing planning courses and
synthetic training services via the Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE) from the Joint
Expeditionary Warfare Lab (JEWL) and Joint Expeditionary Tactical Trainer (JETT) at
EWTGPAC and EWTGLANT respectively, supporting tailored events in support of unit and group
tactical mission area training, qualification, and certification.
2. Support Integrated Phase training for ARG/MEUs across all OFRP phases by providing
classroom; synthetic; and Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) services using NCTE battle labs
and distributed NCTE nodes aboard ships. Utilizing a building block approach, deliver scenarios
requiring a complex and robust series of training events focused on Naval Surface Fires, MAGTF
fires, the Rapid Response Planning Process (R2P2), Joint Logistics Over the Shore (JLOTS) and
Amphibious Staff Planning Courses (AMSPC) that include intelligence planning requiring
sensitive compartmented information (SCI) from the JEWL/JETT. Through complex scenarios,
ensure tactical tasks are synchronized through battle rhythm events to support Naval Surface Fires,
MAGTF fires, R2P2, JLOTS and AMSPC.
3. Support advanced training across all OFRP phases providing classroom; practical; laboratory;
synthetic; and Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) services in Navy and Marine Corps specific
training at NCTE training sites, aboard ships, and at USMC locations. Deliver highly specialized
training in Amphibious Staff Planning, Tactical Aviation Incorporation, Naval Surface Fires,
MAGTF Fires planning and coordination, Amphibious Information Operations, Landing Craft Air
Cushion (LCAC)/Ship-to-Shore Connector (SSC) operations and maintenance, Strategic Sea-Lift,
Logistics Over-the-Shore, USMC Amphibious Raids, and Crisis Response.
1. Train and evaluate Carrier Strike Groups (CSG), Expeditionary Strike Groups (ESG) and
Amphibious Ready Groups (ARG) in doctrine, tactics, techniques and procedures. Training and
evaluation assessments include operations in current and emerging warfare mission areas as well
as integrated naval, joint, coalition, and/or combined environments with emphasis on command
and control, C4ISR, resource allocation decision making, and application of Rules of
Engagement (ROE).
2. Support Fleet Synthetic Training (FST) requirements and training objectives of Type
Commander’s Training programs at the tactical and operational level to include integrated
naval, joint, coalition, and/or combined environments.
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1. NIWDC serving as the executive agent on behalf of COMNAVIFOR for will coordinated with
the TYCOM executive agent (SMWDC) for integration of advanced IW training conducted during
SWATT. Specific responsibilities include:
a. Train Information Warfare (IW) forces in advanced TTPs in assigned mission areas and
core competencies at individual, unit, group and integrated levels.
d. Support development of platform NMETLs for CRY, CYBER, COMMS, EW, and INT
mission areas as well as METOC training.
e. Provide tailored training when requested by ships, ISICs, or TYCOMs in the form of LTTs
or ERAVs.
1. One of the primary responsibilities of the Commanding Officer (CO) is to ensure development
of a viable shipboard training program. The CO will:
a. Brief TYCOM, at TYCOM HQ or via VTC, on the ship’s readiness to commence Basic
Phase events (Basic Phase Readiness Brief). This brief will notionally occur NLT the start of
Focused Training Availability (FTA) 1. At a minimum, this brief will contain personnel shortfalls,
school shortfalls, material issues, embedded training system concerns, and any other issues that
may impact training.
b. During Basic Phase, brief TYCOM, at TYCOM HQ or via VTC on the ship’s status of all
mission area certifications and the plan of action for the remaining uncertified Basic Phase training
events (Basic Phase Status Update Brief). This brief will take place notionally during the Basic
Phase CMAV, if scheduled, and if not scheduled no later than week 12 of Basic Phase. If a ship is
at risk for not completing Basic Phase within the allotted time, the ship must work with the ISIC
and training organization, as applicable, and propose a plan of action for completion of remaining
events, explaining any issues that impact execution to TYCOM.
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plans to ensure appropriate readiness throughout the ship’s projected employment schedule.
The primary tool used to accomplish this is TORIS.
d. Use every opportunity to maintain and increase unit proficiency by effective use of onboard
training devices and simulation, as well as requesting additional training from the applicable
training organization in the form of LTTs outside of the Basic Phase.
e. Aggressively prepare ship’s systems and personnel for scheduled training events, including
the accomplishment of all prerequisite training and systems level tests required to progress through
the OFRP phases.
(1) A shipboard training program has four elements: formals schools, WTRP, PQS, and
the CTP. All elements are required to be in place to build organizational capacity by: (1)
offsetting the effects of planned (and unplanned) personnel rotations, (2) accounting for normal
degradation of skills and proficiency, and, (3) develop Sailors’ professional capabilities. Reference
(d) provides direction for maintaining an effective program.
(2) A strong shipboard training program has a positive effect on a ship’s culture and level
of professionalism. In particular, an effective shipboard training program will lead to inculcation
of the sound shipboard operating principles, which in turn, lead to operational excellence.
(1) Establishing training teams. Shipboard training teams are the primary agents for
training self-sufficiency. Training team members should include a core group of the most
knowledgeable and experienced personnel in the ship who bring enthusiasm to the training process.
Ensure each training team is designated in writing and personnel assigned are qualified for the
watch stations they are evaluating.
(3) Ensuring the timely and accurate reporting of the ship's exercise accomplishments and
mission area training readiness in TORIS.
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Note: At the completion of the first 90 days in command, CO’s will report to TYCOM on their
assessment of the ship’s readiness in the areas of manning, training, and equipment/material
readiness (90-Day TYCOM Report). This report will be provided via email, from the ship CO, to
the applicable TYCOM, info the ISIC, no later than their 100th day in command.
h. Ensure internal administration of training in the command is well organized. The use of
available programs such as FLTMPS, TORIS, training plans, lesson guides, and attendance records
supplement processes defined within reference (e).
j. Conduct periodic reviews of CE/RE, NEC, and Critical Schools status, to include missed
training opportunities, and report deficiencies/recommended solutions to ISIC.
l. Submit mitigation plans to ADCON ISIC for approval for any failed READ-E 4 events, any
certification event failures, and for any mission area TORIS Mission Area FOM less than 60%
during Sustainment Phase. The mitigation plan will outline the corrective action and proposed risk
mitigation actions as applicable (such as for safe underway operations with a mobility area failure).
Mitigation plan formats are at the discretion of the ISIC. Mitigations include (but are not limited
to) embarking subject matter experts, additional supervision, additional training, requalification,
reduced watch sections to allow more senior/experienced personnel, temporary standing orders,
and limiting operations.
1. The ship’s TRAINO assists the CO in the formulation and administration of the unit training
program and will attend the ATG provided Training Officer Course (G-7B-0200) enroute or at the
first available opportunity. The TRAINO will:
b. Prepare, issue, and maintain training schedules after the PB4T has outlined the
requirements.
c. Assist in the coordination of scheduling training exercises and CO’s Discretionary Time
(CODT). In the case of early certification, ensure that additional opportunities for CODT are
properly reflected in the ship’s schedule via WebSked.
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d. Coordinate with the ATG Training Liaison Officer (TLO), LCSRON/Division TLO, as
applicable, and Team Leads to execute scheduled training events and ensure required resources are
reserved to complete Basic Phase.
e. Supervise implementation of the PQS System and ensure its use as the basis for training
objectives within the command training program per reference (e).
f. Maintain accurate ship TORIS data entry requirements throughout the FRTP by ensuring
the creation and distribution of grade sheets for all RE events and ensuring entry of results upon
completion.
h. Maintain the ship’s Formal Schools requirements program and coordinate school quota
requirements with Training Support Command (TSC) via Enterprise Navy Training Reservation
System (eNTRS).
j. Attend FCA TSC sponsored quarterly Training Officer conference. Maintain password
access and log-in to the Commander, Naval Surface Forces (CNSF) N7 Training portal, ATG
Toolbox, FLTMPS website, and electronic End of Mission Report (EOMR) database at least
weekly to ensure training tools and guidance are current.
k. Develop and maintain the command’s Training Program per reference (c).
l. Ensure a Command Qualifier List is maintained in RADM. For LCS, TRAINO will ensure
a PQS Qualifiers List is maintained via local directive.
m. Ensure Training and Drill critiques are conducted per Plan, Brief, Execute, Debrief (PBED)
principles to promote High-Velocity Learning (HVL).
n. Provide weekly training updates to the ship’s PB4T, including CE/RE, NEC, and Critical
Schools status.
o. Provide periodic updates on CE/RE, NEC, and Critical Schools status to the Commanding
Officer to enable command-level attention.
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Chapter 3
SUPPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. General. Effective command Training and Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) programs
are critical to the ship’s ability to perform its assigned missions. Commanding Officers will
develop and implement command-wide Training and PQS programs that meet the requirements set
forth in references (a), (b), Chapter 8 of reference (c), and Chapter 5 of this instruction. Afloat
Self-Assessment (ASA) and IWTG checksheets are available to assess Training and PQS
compliance for both of these programs
https://atg.ncdc.navy.mil/toolbox/private/index.htm.
2. Relationship between Training and PQS Programs. Training and PQS, while two distinct
programs, are fundamentally linked since PQS is the basis of a Command Training Program per
reference (c) and both programs enable effective Watch Team Replacement Plan (WTRP)
management.
a. The entry point of the shipboard training and qualification process is the WTRP. It should
identify watchstations that will need to be filled due to either rotation or upward progression and
identify the Sailor intended to fill that watchstation per reference (c). These fills can come either
from Prospective Gains (PG) or from existing crewmembers. In the case of a PG slated to fill a
WTRP gap, an analysis of required schools and/or NECs for the watchstation should take place
and the ship, working early in the process with Navy Personnel Command (NPC), should initiate
those required adjustments to the training track of the PG. NPC, for their part, must provide the
receiving unit with viable alternatives to ensure units are gaining members with required training
and/or NECs. Once the PG reports, or in the case of an existing crewmember, the Division Officer
should create a PQS assignment for that Sailor, with a qualification goal date early enough to meet
the need identified in the WTRP. That PQS assignment should then trigger the scheduling of the
supporting training lectures. Training Teams must also ensure those individuals working on a PQS
assignment are offered opportunities to perform the 300 series tasks during Training Team
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evolutions. These steps will ensure that all Sailors receive the necessary training in support of
their qualification goals. See Figure 3-1.
3. PQS Requirements. All watchstations listed on the Watch, Quarter and Station Bill or any
other watchbill require the use of NAVEDTRA PQS for qualification. If there is no PQS for the
watchstation, the ship will develop a Job Qualification Requirement (JQR). Prior to being
assigned a watch on any watchbill, each individual will be qualified or interim qualified per
reference (b) on that applicable watchstation. Under instruction watches may be assigned when
under the direct supervision of a qualified watchstander or interim qualified watchstander.
a. Tailoring. Per reference (b), ships will tailor PQS books to meet applicable equipment,
system configurations, and task requirements. Commanding Officers will sign a letter for each
PQS reflecting the tailoring of that standard. Tailoring letters must be issued to crew members with
the PQS to ensure consistency in the qualifications.
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entire PQS, complete a modified or abbreviated list of PQS line items, or accept the individual(s)
previous qualification. This decision will consider the watchstander(s) proficiency with respect to
normal operations and all applicable casualty response actions.
(d) Revised PQS is received and the Commanding Officer determines the changes are
applicable to the ships watchstations
Note: Once signed by a CO of the ship, a signed qualification designation letter is valid
throughout that member’s tour onboard, unless revoked by that CO or any following COs. An
updated designation letter from any CO that assumes command after the designating CO is not
required for standing the watch or Basic Phase certification purposes.
4. PQS Management
b. Advanced Skills Management (ASM). Afloat activities without access to R-ADM but are
supported by ASM will utilize ASM as the authoritative database to capture individual level unit
training, PQS, qualifications, and certifications. Watchbills will be created, managed, and
maintained utilizing ASM as the primary reference for verifying qualified personnel.
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c. Ships that do not have R-ADM may choose their method of tracking PQS.
b. Training teams should include a core group of the most knowledgeable and experienced
personnel who bring enthusiasm to the training process. No particular team size is directed. The
size of the crew, number of qualified personnel, complexity of the exercise, and safety
requirements will influence the size of the team. In addition, some training objectives for a
particular event may not require the stationing of a full training team. Training team members will
be assigned to watchstanders who are expected to take casualty control actions.
c. When feasible, ships may use a 2-section training team program in which a training team
will be formed from one watch section to train the other and vice versa. In the case of the Damage
Control Training Team (DCTT), the ship may use selected members of one repair locker to train
and assess other repair lockers. Assigning training teams in this manner eliminates the
requirement to have dedicated training team members, eliminates confusion on assignments during
actual battle or damage control events, and enhances watchstander skills by increasing training
opportunities. This model may not work for all cases. For example, there will be certain drills that
require a dedicated training team other than the watch teams (e.g., Condition I drills, such as Main
Space Fire Drill, MOB-D Major Conflagration, etc.).
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h. Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure Training Team (VBSSTT) (if applicable)
3. Training Team Designation. Training team members must be designated in writing by the
Commanding Officer within the first 90 days of command. Designation may be accomplished by
separate instruction, letter, or watchbill signed by the Commanding Officer. The minimum
qualification requirement is that the training team member must be qualified on the watchstation
being observed. Although training team members will be identified prior to Basic Phase, team
members will not be used/assessed in the training team role during training organization training
events (except as trusted agents) until after watch team certification. Ship's training team members
may be used as members of the trained and assessed watch teams during Basic Phase. Shipboard
training teams are free to conduct drills/training to increase proficiency at the CO’s discretion
during all phases of the OFRP cycle.
1. There are numerous instructions, notices, and bills required to establish proper procedures.
Many of these documents can be incorporated into the ship’s Standard Organization and
Regulations Manual (SORM) and signed under a single cover letter by the Commanding Officer.
The following documents must be signed by the current Commanding Officer within 90 days of
assuming command:
a. Battle Orders
b. Standing Orders
c. Navigation Bill
d. Anti-Terrorism Plan
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1. Synthetic training systems and devices, both platform-based and shore-based, are critical to the
readiness strategy. Simulation-based training provides individual watchstanders and watch teams
the opportunity to conduct training in a synthetic environment when safety, range access, realistic
opposition forces (OPFOR), environmental considerations, and resource constraints make live
exercises impractical. Furthermore, reference (e) states that "training simulators should be used to
replace live training to the maximum extent possible where training effectiveness and operational
readiness are not compromised." By optimizing the use of synthetic trainers, crews are better
prepared, achieve exercise objectives faster, and perform at higher levels. Therefore, the ability to
maintain, configure, and employ a ship's synthetic training capability is integral to ship readiness
and will be assessed throughout the FRTP.
(1) Complete required CEs in AW, CRY, EW, INT, and SW and populate applicable
TORIS grade sheets. Although not graded and at ATG discretion, STW-CMTQ and USW will be
included in the FST to provide an additional opportunity if the certification/qualification events
have not been completed. In addition, FST will provide an opportunity for exposure to more
advanced skillsets in these mission areas prior to the Advanced Phase, as well as to assist the ship
in demonstrating the embedded training system requirements below.
(2) Validate the ship’s ability to operate within the NCTE live simulation environment
using embedded training systems and have all applicable C4I systems aligned and stimulated in a
synthetic environment.
(3) Assess crew proficiency in executing CSOSS procedures for embedded training
systems.
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c. IWTG Responsibilities. As CRY, CYBER, and EW executive agent for training and
certification, IWTG will coordinate with ATG Combat Systems Team Lead to complete all CE
requirements in support of FST-U.
d. Ship Responsibilities. NCTE-capable ships will maintain their ability to conduct periodic
FST exercises throughout the OFRP. Submit Casualty Reports (CASREPs) for non-operational or
significantly degraded onboard training systems. Specifically, ships will:
(1) Demonstrate the ability to integrate all embedded training systems simultaneously.
(3) Demonstrate the ability to align all supporting real-world tactical data links,
communications systems, and Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems,
and Intelligence (C5I) systems.
(4) Demonstrate the ability to receive a scenario via the NCTE and assist with exercise
control.
(5) Successfully establish FST connection with ATG Battle Lab during Basic Phase.
e. Conning Officer Virtual Environment - One (COVE-1). As ships become equipped with
COVE-1 trainers, routine use during the Maintenance Phase will ensure Junior Officers and Bridge
watchstanders are prepared for Basic Phase training and follow-on operations. Ships will make
every effort to maximize the advantages of this onboard synthetic resource throughout the OFRP.
1. Regularly scheduled MITEs provide specific mission area training opportunities to sharpen
unit level skills and operator proficiency in place of conducting equivalent live events underway.
Participation in scheduled MITEs is required as a means to maintain and build proficiency during
inport periods, to include off-hull LCS crews, and meet RE requirements (see Chapter 5).
Regularly scheduled MITEs are organized in each Fleet Concentration Area (FCA), with the local
ATG designated as the Inport Training Coordinator (ITC), with the exception of IWTG being the
ITC for EW/JTT MITEs. Each ITC will provide specific guidance and instructions by message.
The ITC will determine outside required support as TYCOM directs. ATG will report MITE
participation by functional area to SURFOR quarterly. Units that are unavailable to participate in
scheduled MITES will report reason to ATG and ISIC. ITCs will offer the following MITEs
every 30 days, at a minimum, unless otherwise indicated:
a. Communications (COMMS)
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e. Intelligence (INT)
f. Mine Warfare Environmental Decision Aid Library (MIW) (every 45 days - ATG PAC
only)
g. Visual (MOB-N)
305. Live Fire Requirements. The training policy established by reference (e) includes a mix
of simulation and live services. While simulation is often more cost-effective, some training
events cannot or should not be replaced by a simulator. Conducting live fire exercises increases
operator and crew proficiency, tests weapons system and ordnance reliability under live
conditions, evaluates doctrinal procedures and system performance, and assesses the effectiveness
of past training (reps and sets). Live training is the only means of providing complete end-to-end
operator/system training. The first time a live mission is conducted should not be in combat.
Studies show watchstander readiness degrades as a result of not conducting frequent live firings.
Continued use of simulation based events as the only training venue will accelerate this
degradation. Live fire CEs, REs, and AEs are detailed in Chapter 5. TYCOM will ensure
sufficient NCEA and support services exist to attain and maintain operator proficiency in weapons
system employment. Accordingly, COs are to conduct live fire events at every opportunity.
1. The goal of the Formal Schools process is to ensure surface force units have the right skill sets
to achieve and maintain all unit level proficiency and certification requirements. All ships will
reference FLTMPS for school requirements. In the event FLTMPS and the semi-annual USFF
review do not match, ships will man to the semi-annual USFF review threshold (CNEC TH).
2. The formal schools process ties schools and Navy Enlisted Classifications (NECs) to
warfare area readiness and certification by identifying those schools and NECs having the
greatest impact on meeting the mission area proficiency requirements assessed and measured in
TORIS. Schools and NECs are considered either critical or non-critical.
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(1) Critical School requirements will be validated by TYCOM during the READ-E 3 to
ensure requirements are being met throughout Sustainment and during the Maintenance Phase in
preparation for the next Basic Phase. At the completion of the Maintenance Phase, during the
Ready for Sea Assessment (RFSA), TYCOM will verify the status of Critical School completion
to ensure all critical requirements are met prior to Basic Phase completion. The ship and ISIC will
develop a plan to address any shortfalls that will extend past the end of Basic Phase; however,
mission area certifications will not be held up waiting for these graduates to arrive onboard, if it
does not impact the training events.
3. Critical Schools and NECs (See Figure 3-2). The following business rules apply to this
group:
NEC CR CR Schools
Phase Exit Criteria
Onboard Schools Scheduled
Sustainment N/A Onboard
100% N/A
Maintenance N/A Note 2 100%
Shakedown N/A Note 2 100%
Basic Note 1 Note 2 100%
Advanced Note 1 Note 2 100%
Integrated Note 1 100% N/A
Note 2 - To achieve mission area certification in Basic Phase, the onboard requirement will be
based on the minimum required graduates needed to successfully complete the certifying event
with each certifying watch team. If Critical School requirements are not met prior to Basic Phase
mission area certification, the ship will need to have, for each mission area, 100% critical schools
scheduled, with completion dates prior to Integrated Phase completion to achieve certification.
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attempt to provide TADTAR funding for school attendance to mitigate the impact of the lack of
appropriate school graduates.
4. Non-critical Schools and Mission Impacting NECs. The following business rules apply to this
group:
a. These schools and NECs are listed in Navy Training Management Planning System
(NTMPS)/FLTMPS but are not designated as critical and are not required to certify.
b. Non-critical schools are required to support the maintenance of equipment and smooth
operation of ship supply and command functions. The ship will endeavor to meet the "onboard"
graduate requirements for all non-critical schools either through replacement or training onboard
personnel. Prior to ordering personnel to schools, consideration should be given to the current
level of talent/onboard capabilities, the time when that skill or talent will diminish or be replaced,
the ship’s operational schedule, and courses of action that might minimize TADTAR and
operational impacts.
a. If a ship is unable to meet any prerequisites for required schools or NECs, the Training
Officer (TRAINO) will submit a Prerequisite Waiver Request to their ISIC at least 14 days in
advance of the desired Course of Instruction (COI). ISIC TRAINOs will review Prerequisite
Waiver Requests for accuracy and validity before sending to TYCOM N7s for endorsement. Per
reference (e), TYCOMs will forward the request to local Learning Center for final approval.
b. If a ship request that a crew member report directly to the ship, instead of attending the
detailed school, due to the ship’s schedule requirements outweighing the billet specialty training, a
Billet Specialty Training (BST) waiver must be requested by the ship to delay the crew member
required training to a later date. Waiver requests must be routed to the Immediate Superior in
Command (ISIC) and approved by the Type Commander (TYCOM). PERS-4 will be copied as
the responsible authority for the detailing of orders. PERS-4 will write order modifications once
approved by the Type Commander and return completed form to the requestor for use in obtaining
the specific Class/Quota after official reporting. BST waivers will not normally be approved and
should only be submitted in exceptional circumstances.
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assigned by U.S. Navy Regulations (NAVREGS). Pipeline training courses will be completed
before reporting to the ultimate duty station. These pipeline courses are scheduled in conjunction
with change of duty orders and will receive priority for quotas.
1. During Basic Phase training team certification, READ-E 3, SBTT, and CVs, the training
organization will provide LOK exams to the shipboard training teams (electronic or hard copy).
LOK exam administration will be as follows:
a. The training organization will coordinate with ship TRAINOs to administer LOK exams.
This test will assist the training organization in identifying areas requiring additional training. A
passing score of 80% (90% is required to pass Rules of the Road (RoR) LOK) or higher is required
for all training team members prior to granting Basic Phase training team certification in that
mission area. If a ship’s training team fails to achieve the required LOK scores specified in
Chapter 5, the CO will remediate the individual member(s) that failed until the required scores are
achieved.
b. Practice exams are available via the ATG Toolbox website, for assigned mission areas, and
ships are encouraged to use this resource to supplement their continuous training and PQS
programs for all watchstanders, not only training team members.
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Chapter 4
400. Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP). The Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP) is
a balanced, sustainable, and predictable approach to maximize employability. The OFRP consists
of four phases: Maintenance, Basic, Advanced/Integrated, and Sustainment. For the purposes of
scheduling, the Shakedown Phase is recognized as part of the Maintenance Phase. Sustainment
Phase begins at the end of Integrated Phase, includes deployment, and ends at the start of the
Maintenance Phase. The notional schedule for the 36-month OFRP is provided in Figure 4-1 for
Cruisers/Destroyers (CRUDES) and Figure 4-2 for Amphibious Ships.
Note: The order of events is more important than the month in which the events are conducted.
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Note: Due to LCS and ESB unique Blue/Gold crewing construct and FRTP cycles, Chapters
7 and 8 respectively, will provide training policy and guidance for those platforms.
1. Phase Transition. The transition from one phase to the next is driven by material readiness and
demonstrated proficiency. Each phase consists of training, evaluations, and assessments that
support the ship’s ability to achieve exit criteria. Ships’ unit-level training commences during
FTA 1. FTA 1 is a 4-week event notionally scheduled 15 weeks prior to the end of Maintenance
Phase. There are four key goals of FTA 1: To ensure the ship is correcting deficiencies noted
during READ-E 3, to train watchstanders in a classroom environment, to train the mission area
training teams, and lastly, to conduct all mission area administrative checks that are able to be
completed while the ship is still in the Maintenance Phase.
2. Phase Sequencing. To achieve optimum surface ship readiness each phase must support all
subsequent phases. A sequenced and coordinated effort from all organizations tasked with
assessing and maintaining ships and training Sailors establishes a successful readiness process.
The goal is to build mission area proficiency across the OFRP through progressively complex
individual, unit, and group level training events based on standardized and repeatable measures of
performance. The OFRP phases outlined in the following sections describe the path to deployed
readiness.
3. Basic Phase Training Strategy (Train to Certify). Each ship will progress through Basic Phase
with the focus of training to certify watch teams first with the training organization fulfilling the
training team role. Once watch team (mission area) certification (e.g. MOB-E) is achieved, the
focus of the training organization is to certify the respective training team (e.g. ETT). Ships are
not authorized to take credit for Repetitive Exercises (REs) in TORIS until they are fully certified
in that mission area. Once training team certification is achieved, indicating that the ship
demonstrated the requisite level of knowledge and ability to self-assess and train, TYCOM will
authorize ships to conduct Repetitive Exercises (REs) in that mission area. Once a ship completes
watch team certification, TYCOM will release a mission area certification message. Once the
training team is certified, TYCOM will release a mission area training team certification message.
Once watch team and training team certification is achieved and the Basic Phase Final Battle
Problem and FST-U is complete, ATG will send to TYCOM the ship’s Basic Phase Training
Completion Report.
a. Transition from the training organization to Training Teams. The intent of the above
training strategy is to have external training organizations focus training and certification on
watchstanders first to relieve undue administrative burden from the shipboard training teams. In
order to gain efficiencies for the ship, the training organization will develop the training scenarios
with minimal ship's force acting as trusted agents, execute the scenario for the watchstanders, and
assess the event. Drill cold/hot check verification and any required equipment operation will be
conducted by qualified ship’s force personnel with training organization oversight. The intent of
this policy is to make shipboard training teams more effective throughout the FRTP by ensuring
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that they have watched and learned from ATG, IWTG, and other designated training
representatives.
(1) Shipboard Team Training (SBTT) will be scheduled by the ship and the training
organization to be accomplished during Maintenance Phase, prior to the start of administrative
events, and is the ideal opportunity for the training organization to develop and verify drill
packages with ship’s force. Shipboard training team members are required to provide the training
organization with updated CASREP/DFS/TSO information prior to all training events.
(2) Prior to entering Basic Phase the ship will man all required training teams. Once
training team members are identified, training organizations will work closely with shipboard
training team members in preparing their ship for success throughout Basic Phase.
(3) All training team members will receive the same theory and fundamentals, individual,
and watch team training that watchstanders receive. Training Team proficiency is expected to
improve during this progressive training, and training teams will be certified prior to exiting Basic
Phase. Training Team certification will be recommended by the responsible training organization
and granted by TYCOM.
b. The responsible training organization recommends certification for each mission area
twice, once for watch team certification, and once for training team certification. TYCOM
releases two individual mission area certification messages, though they may be combined into one
message if watch team certification is closely followed by training team certification. For Watch
Team Continuity Critical mission areas, the responsible training group will include the key
watchstanders names and associated team (blue/gold, as applicable) in the watch team certification
recommendation/training completion report message. For STW-NSFS, the training team
members’ names will be included in the training team certification recommendation message.
4. OFRP Phase Exit Criteria. Ships must achieve prescribed standards in material readiness and
demonstrated proficiency prior to advancing through the OFRP. Ships will attain Basic Phase
completion when all applicable CEs are met by achieving a grade of 80% or higher resulting in an
overall TORIS Mission Area FOM score of 80% or higher. TYCOM will determine if and when
the ship has achieved the required exit criteria to advance to the next phase. Ships must meet exit
criteria across all PESTO pillars to transition to the next phase.
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1. Focus. Ships will maintain readiness to conduct prompt and sustained combat operations
during Sustainment Phase. Ships will use this time to conduct both internal (ship’s force) and
external material assessments to support Availability Work Package (AWP) development for the
next Maintenance Phase.
2. Expectations. Ships will use their training teams to maintain proficiency in all mission areas
through the accomplishment of REs while in sustainment. Ships will conduct the READ-E 3 per
Chapter 6 of this instruction. Ships may be required to complete a Sustainment Exercise
(SUSTEX) if directed by USFFC/CPF/C2F/C3F/C5F/C6F/C7F per reference (e).
a. Ships will maintain a TORIS Mission Area FOM of 80% across all mission areas.
b. Training in the mission areas required by the Operational Commander will take precedence
when operational requirements limit proficiency opportunities. Ships will report readiness
degradations of affected mission areas per governing directives.
c. Ships will complete an INSURV MI during each OFRP to reinforce standards compliance
and confidently provide operational commanders with ships that are materially ready to perform
operational tasking. The INSURV MI will be scheduled where it best fits for an individual ship in
either the Integrated Phase or Sustainment Phase.
d. Ships will begin preparations for the upcoming CNO Availability through critical self-
assessment, clearly documenting deficiencies, training, and planning during the PB4M and READ-
E 1.
e. TYCOM will coordinate focused training to ships outside Basic Phase on an as-needed
basis as determined by unit self-assessment or ISIC/training organization recommendation.
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(1) CVs will be conducted specifically when the 36-month certification will expire prior to the
next major availability, or during a post deployment Sustainment Phase, when the ship is
scheduled to re-deploy, or when deemed necessary due to OFRP cycle watchteam rotation
concerns. In these conditions, the results of the READ-E 1 and READ-E 3 will guide ISIC, ship,
and the training group to design the appropriate training events within impacted mission areas to
ensure all mission area certifications remain current and watchteam proficiency is maintained
within the Basic Phase standards, to ensure ships are prepared to conduct operations at sea. Only
TYCOM approves exemption of individual CEs. A successful CV completion will extend a
mission area certification for 24 months.
3. Notional Schedule. Figure 4-3 depicts the notional schedule for the Sustainment Phase.
Note: The order of events is more important than the month in which the events are conducted.
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(1) Fill: Requirement set per U.S. Fleet Forces Command / U.S. Pacific Fleet Command
Sea Duty Manning Target Levels Notice 1000 (CFFC/PACFLT NOTE 1000).
(2) Fit: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(3) Critical NEC: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(1) Ensure 100% of onboard Depot Level Repairables (DLRs), equipage items, centrally
managed, and phased replacement items are inventoried, assessed, and replacements ordered as
necessary.
(2) Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) plans established, Integrated Logistics Overhaul
(ILO) or Phased Maintenance Review (PMR) arranged.
(1) Complete offload with the exception of ordnance needed to meet AT requirements
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1. Focus. A ship in Maintenance Phase establishes a material foundation to support Basic Phase
training, subsequent operations, and maintenance and modernization to meet the ship's expected
service life. During this phase, ships must also strive to complete required schoolhouse training to
have the foundational knowledge to succeed in the training cycle and deployment.
2. Expectations
a. Availability Maintenance Actions. All maintenance availability work will be complete and
certified through either RMC work certification procedures or demonstrated performance during
Contractor Sea Trials.
b. The ship will satisfactorily demonstrate its ability to safely operate the engineering plant
and the ship at sea. Modernization impacts on material readiness must be considered and
addressed during the Maintenance Phase to ensure no impediment to training exists. Part of this
assessment will include a review of PQS items that need to be reviewed/redemonstrated to ensure
watchstanders are qualified to operate new/modernized equipment installed during the
Maintenance Phase.
c. Training and PQS Programs. Execute Training and PQS Programs to maintain
watchstander knowledge and proficiency and prepare watchstanders for Basic Phase training.
Ships must ensure that appropriate PQS assignments and training programs are established to
support the WTRP for the entire OFRP due to the crew turnover that typically occurs following
deployment. Ships will ensure they complete mission area classroom training and administrative
reviews prior to completion of Maintenance Phase.
d. School Requirements. Ships should make every attempt to complete all required
schoolhouse training during the Maintenance Phase. In cases where schools cannot be completed
during this period, ships must de-conflict Basic Phase training requirements with mandatory school
requirements. Ships should contact TYCOM via their chain of command as early as possible to
resolve shortfalls.
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a. The READ-E 4 and Availability Concurrent TSRA is conducted during the Maintenance
Phase per Chapter 6 and reference (c) as applicable.
c. Basic Phase Training Certification Plan developed by the ship with the assistance of ATG,
submitted by ISIC, and approved by TYCOM.
1. Focus. The focus of Shakedown Phase is to verify the ship’s material condition is able to
support Basic Phase Training. Shakedown Phase begins after successful completion of Contractor
Sea Trials and ends after successful completion of Ready for Sea Assessment (RFSA)/TYCOM
Sea Trials.
2. Expectations
a. The end of the Shakedown Phase indicates the ship’s readiness to commence Basic Phase
training unencumbered by material deficiencies.
b. Material Readiness. The primary goal of Shakedown Phase is to ensure that all systems,
including training systems, meet established material condition standards to support Basic Phase
training and follow-on operational tasking.
c. C4I SOT will be conducted during the week after the Post Availability TSRA (PAT) per
reference (c) to verify interoperability of C4I systems and identify issues for resolution to meet
established material condition standards. C4I SOT will be scheduled by SPAWAR Fleet
Readiness Directorate for unit-level ships and by PEO C4I PMW 750 for Force-level ships in
coordination with ISIC and appropriate TYCOM N6.
d. TYCOM C5I Integration Process (TCIP). TCIP is a CNSP/CNSL joint stakeholder effort,
designed to increase the ship’s ability to be fully C5I capable as they transition from the
Maintenance Phase to Basic Phase. The ultimate goal of TCIP is to provide the ISIC and
Commanding Officer a more robust and effective light-off and alignment process, coupled with a
comprehensive integrated testing that demonstrates C5I suite functionality and inter-operability to
support Basic and Integrated/Advanced Phase operations. TCIP will take place once per OFRP and
will begin at A-145 and conclude at Readiness Evaluation 5. TCIP will monitor combat systems
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light-off and SOVTs and coordinate/provide oversight to bring together each stakeholder to for a
“single voice” from TYCOM on C5I readiness. TCIP will de-conflict external efforts (PEO/ISEA,
ATG, IWTG, RMC, etc.) and redundant assessments to execute a consolidated interoperability test
plan; ensure readiness for TYCOM Sea Trials; CSOSS alignment/light-off; start-up maintenance;
situational maintenance and analysis of data collected.
(1) All requirements for a ship that has been inport for 90 days or greater per reference (d).
Note: NSST Watch Team Evaluation and Navigation Assessment and ISIC Check Ride are
conducted in the LTF for LCS.
(2) A NSST UNREP Special Evolutions Training (SET) within 45 days of executing the
first underway UNREP
Note: Ships should conduct the NSST UNREP SET with the team that will conduct the first live
UNREP.
Note: Ships will complete CORPEN NOVEMBER training during NSST classroom training and
conduct simulated CORPEN NOVEMBER maneuver of at least 5 degrees in both the port and
starboard directions in increments not to exceed 2 degrees.
Note: ATG/LCSRON/Division MOB-N/S trainers must be onboard during first live UNREP
execution.
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b. Overall
(2) Ships must maintain capability and proficiency across the PESTO pillars in 3M, AT,
CYBER, EXPSAF, FSO-M, MOB-D, and SUP.
(1) Fill: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(2) Fit: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(3) Critical NEC: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(1) Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) elements (e.g., repair parts, Maintenance Assist
Modules (MAM), PMS, Test Equipment, Training and Tech Manuals) delivered for newly-
installed, upgraded, or modified equipment.
(2) Supply IT systems updated and online (R-Supply, Food Service Management (FSM),
Retail Operations Management (ROM), Automated Military Postal System (AMPS), Continuous
Monitoring Program (CMP), Hazardous Information Control System Windows (HICSWIN)),
Navy Financial Reporting System, Navy Cash, Financial Audit Compliance Enhancement Tool
(FACET), and Integrated Barcode System (IBS).
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(4) Shelf Life items inspected and Shelf Life program established for periodic review
(5) All major equipment must be operational (e.g., APC System, Gaylord, Navy Cash, etc.)
(See ATG Toolbox (https://atg.ncdc.navy.mil/toolbox/private/index.htm) for specific divisional
requirements.).
(1) The R-ADM application is established as the primary onboard personnel management
system, if installed.
(2) Required watch teams manned as needed to complete CEs during Basic Phase
(4) All ASA checksheets completed within the past three months
(2) Explosives Handling qualification/certification program compliant for all family groups
of ammunition
(3) Ammunition onboard to support AT requirements as well as Basic and Advanced Phase
training requirements
(5) All magazines able to be secured and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) fully
operational
(6) Weapons elevators and/or hoists fully operable; certifications within periodicity per
applicable NSTMs
(7) Ordnance Handling Equipment (OHE) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE)
certifications within periodicity
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(8) Letters of designation signed per NAVSUP P-724, OPNAVINST 5530.13, and
OPNAVINST 8023.24.
1. Focus. A ship in Basic Phase trains and certifies in all mission areas and is able to perform
operations as a unit. Basic Phase begins after a ship achieves Shakedown Phase exit criteria.
Shipboard training teams will also be trained during Basic Phase. Upon completion of all mission
area and training team certifications, the TYCOM will report Basic Phase Completion and the ship
will transition to the Advanced Phase.
2. Expectations
a. Preparation for Basic Phase Training. All watchstanders will be familiar with relevant
governing documents prior to the start of Basic Phase training. This may include:
(4) Applicable directives from higher authority (e.g. Surface Ship Navigation Department
Organization and Regulations Manual (NAVDORM), Anti-Submarine Warfare Commander
(ASWC), Ballistic Missile Defense Certification (BMDC), etc.)
(6) Applicable Navy Tactical Reference Publications (NTRPs), Navy Tactical Techniques
and Procedures (NTTPs) and Naval Warfare Publications (NWPs)
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b. Demonstrated Proficiency. All Basic Phase training qualification events will be completed
with the required passing score prior to advancing to Group Tactical (Advanced Phase) training.
c. Mission area certification requirements are contained in Chapter 5. References (a) and (b),
as applicable, will contain specific mission area training and assessment execution guidance. All
CEs completed during Basic Phase must be assessed by the designated training organization.
Mission area certification requires the ship to accomplish all CEs with a score of 80%. CEs must
be conducted by permanently assigned shipboard personnel or by TYCOM approved/assigned
Temporary Additional Duty (TEMADD) personnel. TEMADD personnel completing CEs must
remain onboard until the permanently assigned shipboard personnel arrive onboard. If the relieved
TEMADD held a critical watch position that is specified in Chapter 5, the ship must conduct an
ISIC validation per Chapter 5 upon arrival of permanently assigned personnel to maintain
certification.
d. Policy Exceptions. In cases where a ship has a manning or equipment deficiency that may
affect training, the responsible training organization has the authority to authorize that ship to
proceed with further training in that mission area. If the responsible training organization assesses
that proceeding with training will affect the training value and ultimately the crew’s mission area
proficiency, but the ship and ISIC still desire to proceed with training, then the ship/ISIC will
contact TYCOM via phone or email to discuss the intent of sending a policy exception request.
TYCOM will inform the ship/ISIC/training organization on if a policy exception message is
required or training can continue without the policy exception. All manning, material, and school
deficiencies will be documented by the training organization in the End of Mission Report for each
event of Basic Phase training continuum in that mission area. Any deficiencies still pending after
completion of any mission area certification event will be annotated and reported via a Basic Phase
Training Completion Report message to TYCOM for adjudication as to whether the ship merits
certification.
a. Mariner Skills Week (MSW). To improve the MOB-N/S training continuum, Mariner
Skills Week facilitates a comprehensive, team-oriented approach to Navigation and Seamanship
training and certification. Individual certification events that are ran as evolutions encompassing
both MOB-N and MOB-S warfare areas will be graded during the same evolution. The goal of
MSW is to improve the teamwork of the ship and approach Seamanship and Navigation in a
holistic, team-oriented approach. The Sea and Anchor detail for getting underway and the
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anchoring detail goes through the PBED process on the ship as evolutions and therefore graded as
such. Specifics provided in Chapter 5 under the applicable warfare areas. During MSW, MOB-
N/S training and assessments are run in parallel, and events are combined where applicable.
MOB-N and MOB-S certification and sustainment requirements are outlined in Chapter 5.
(1) BRMW is conducted in conjunction with MSW, if schedule permits. Due to potential
complications in CO Advisor and SSO scheduling, BRMW may take place later in Basic Phase or
any time prior to deployment. If the opportunity exists, ships may schedule additional BRMWs at
any time in the OFRP.
(a) Assess daily performance and how the ship manages operational risk, including a
review of Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey (ASCAS) or Afloat Culture Workshop
(ACW) results from READ-E 5.
(b) Train leadership and crew, as desired, on the six common traits of a mishap ship as
signs of organizational drift into failure.
(d) Assess Force policies and principles such as crew endurance and fatigue
management, critique methods for near misses/debriefs emphasizing the Sound Shipboard
Operating Principles and Operational Risk Management, and near miss/HAZARD reporting.
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c. Basic Phase Final Battle Problem (FBP). To get ships ready for Advanced and Integrated
training and begin Integrated Training Team (ITT) events, at the completion of Basic Phase, a
ship-wide battle problem, coordinated and executed by ATG and ship’s ITT, will deliberately train
units under stressful and fatigue-inducing conditions, contributing to the building of Sailor
toughness onboard Surface Forces. Notionally, the FBP will last two to three days and include a
force protection scenario which drives the ship underway, a harbor navigation package, a complex
ITT scenario and battle messing. When able, SMWDC will endeavor to/may provide an observer
to watch this exercise. The goal of the SMWDC observer is to help the ship develop an informed
training plan as it progresses into the Advanced Phase of the FRTP. The FBP is not graded as a
“pass/fail” event. ATG will recommend any additional training (LTTs), and submit to TYCOM
lessons learned and best practices from the event in an End of Mission Report. The goal is to
safely push the crew to perform under the complex and difficult circumstances that our Navy
expects to encounter if a conflict with a Peer/Near Peer competitor were to take place.
4. Nominal Duration. The nominal Basic Phase duration is 168 days (175 days for BMD units);
training periods will not be scheduled during the last full week of November or the first and last
weeks of the calendar year.
6. Advanced Warfare Training (AWT). AWT consists of ASW, AW/SW, and BMD (for those
configured) courses of instruction for CRUDES and AMPHIBs equipped with Ship Self Defense
System (SSDS).
a. AWT scheduling is arranged through ATG with ship concurrence per references (a) and
(b). If a ship’s Basic Phase timeline is unable to support, or if the ship certifies applicable Tactical
mission areas prior to conducting the AWT event, ATG has the authority to delay/waive a SAGT
and AWT event. CSCS will provide after action reports to ATG upon completion of any event via
message traffic to allow for tailored training to be conducted. This will include any discrepancies
that prevent TYCOM certification. At a minimum, after action reports will include the following:
(4) CSCS recommendations for follow-on training for watch teams and watchstanders
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(1) Phase I - Self-Assessment and Groom Training (SAGT). SAGT focuses on system
maintenance and alignment of Combat Systems per CSOSS, Planned Maintenance System (PMS),
and technical publication guidance. SAGTs may be requested at anytime during the OFRP.
SAGTs include courses of instruction for Auxiliary (AUX); ASW; SPY, Command, Control,
Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I); Navigation Systems (NAV); AEGIS
Computer and Network Technician (ACNT); Embedded Training Systems (ETS); Vertical Launch
System (VLS); and Surface Vessel Torpedo Tube (SVTT). The sequencing of SAGTs can be
modified through agreement between the ship, ATG, and CSCS. Events are designed to be
completed in a 5-day week, however maximum flexibility will be considered when scheduling
during 4-day or shorter weeks caused by holidays or underway periods.
(a) Navigation Systems SAGT (NAV SAGT). NAV SAGT teams will be
augmented with NAVSEA subject matter experts on complex ship control systems to provide
training on operations and casualty control procedures. The overarching goal is to ensure
watchstanders are properly trained and proficient to safely operate Ship’s Control Consoles (to
include Integrated Bridge Navigation System (IBNS) consoles) and take appropriate actions in
response to equipment casualties. NAV SAGTs, along with feedback from Navigation,
Seamanship and Ship-handling Training (NSST) and TYCOM Afloat Training Group (ATG) and
ISIC MOB-Navigation (MOB-N)/MOB-Seamanship (MOB-S) assessments and certifications will
provide continuous assessment and feedback mechanism.
(3) Phase III - Team Skills Training (AW/SW). AWT Phase III consists of advanced
planning and operational procedures and employment of the ship’s weapons in challenging
CONPLAN/OPLAN based scenarios.
(1) Fill: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(2) Fit: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(3) Critical NEC: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
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(1) Achieve and maintain equipment readiness as required to conduct Advanced and
Integrated Phase training and operations.
d. Supply Pillar
(1) Achieve all applicable mission area and training team certifications by passing all CEs
with a grade of 80% or higher resulting in an overall TORIS Mission Area FOM score of 80% or
higher.
(2) All critical schools scheduled to be completed prior to Integrated Phase completion.
(2) Ammunition onboard to support AT requirements plus all Advanced Phase training
requirements
Note: The CNO directed Shipboard Explosive Safety Inspection (SESI) is not an EXPSAF
mission area certification required event. However, it is required to be conducted once per OFRP,
during the Integrated Phase. For units without dedicated Integrated Phases, the SESI will be
scheduled/conducted upon successful completion of the EXPSAF certification (once per OFRP).
Ships must continue to follow reference (o) regarding SESI requirements.
1. Focus. The focus of Advanced Phase is to progress individual unit warfare skill sets through
multi-unit tactical warfare training.
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2. Expectations. Each unit will complete advanced-level exercises focused on multi-unit level
tactics in preparation for the Integrated Phase.
3. Nominal Duration. The Advanced Phase nominal duration is per reference (n).
(1) Fill: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(2) Fit: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(3) Critical NEC: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(1) Achieve and maintain equipment readiness as required to conduct Integrated Phase
training and operations.
d. Supply Pillar
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prior to deployment/patrol. All reviews, training, assessment, and certification must be scheduled
prior to SMC 36-month periodicity expiration.
(2) All major equipment must be operational (e.g., APC System, Gaylord, Navy Cash, etc.)
(See ATG Toolbox (https://atg.ncdc.navy.mil/toolbox/private/index.htm) for specific divisional
requirements.)
e. Training Pillar Exit Criteria. TORIS Mission Area FOM must be maintained at 80% or
greater in all applicable mission areas during this phase.
(2) Ammunition onboard to support AT requirements plus all Integrated Phase training
requirements
1. Focus
a. Integrated Phase. The focus of Integrated Phase is to combine individual unit warfare skill
sets into a single cohesive strike group, ARG, or mission-oriented deployable unit capable of
operating within a challenging, multi-warfare, joint, multinational and interagency environment,
and to assume tactical leadership role as a Task Force Commander, Task Unit Commander, or
Warfare Commander.
b. Material Readiness. Ships will complete an INSURV MI during each OFRP to reinforce
standards compliance and confidently provide operational commanders with ships that are
materially ready to perform operational tasking. The INSURV MI will be scheduled where it best
fits for an individual ship in either Integrated or Sustainment Phase.
2. Expectations. Attain appropriate certification and meet TORIS Mission Area FOM of 80% in
all tactical mission areas. Integrated Phase will include Unit Level Advanced Certification Events
that will serve to build additional unit tactical mission area skills in addition to
USFFC/CPF/C2F/C3F/C5F/C6F/C7F requirements. At the conclusion of Integrated Phase,
USFFC/CPF/C2F/C3F/C5F/C6F/C7F (as applicable) with CNSP/CNSL recommendation will
grant Deployment Certification per reference (e).
3. Nominal Duration. The Integrated Phase nominal duration is per reference (n).
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a. Integrated Phase training synthesizes unit tactical skills into cohesive teams capable of
delivering in challenging warfare situations. Each event builds upon the last, not unlike the
approach taken in Mobility and Tactical training. Key at-sea and classroom training events
conducted in the Integrated Phase as well as specific events identified in applicable Operational
Orders (OPORDS) are:
(2) Navy Undersea Warfare Training and Assessment Course (NUWTAC) Phase I, Phase
II, and Phase III
(4) Fleet Synthetic Training – Warfare Commander / Group Commander / Joint / Fleet
(FST-WC / FST-GC / FST-J / FST-F)
(8) COMPTUEX
b. The READ-E 7 MI SOE Dress Rehearsal Revisit is conducted during the Integrated Phase
per Chapter 6, if required.
(1) Fill: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
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(2) Fit: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(3) Critical NEC: Requirement set per FFC/PACFLT Sea Duty Manning NOTE 1000.
(1) Achieve and maintain equipment readiness as required to conduct Sustainment Phase
operations.
(2) Sustainment (e.g., spares, consumables, provisions, etc.) load out and stowage plans
established and promulgated. Sustainment levels will be at/exceeding TYCOM and/or Fleet
Commander operational requirements:
(a) Force/Unit Level Coordinated Shipboard Allowance List (COSAL) and Aviation
Validation Consolidated Allowance Listing (AVCAL) Range/Depth at 93%/90% or higher.
(b) Provisions and retail services endurance levels must meet or exceed TYCOM and
FLEET requirements.
(1) TORIS Mission Area FOM must be maintained at 80% or greater in all applicable
mission areas during this phase.
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(1) EXPSAF Certification within 36-month periodicity, with an expiration date that
extends beyond the scheduled deployment/patrol.
1. Purpose. This section covers the range of variations to the OFRP model and, where applicable,
cites their alternative governing readiness instructions. TYCOM may adjust any ship’s readiness
model to meet operational requirements.
b. FDNF forces are continuously deployed, whereby required inspections, certifications, assist
visits, and resource readiness requirements are conducted on a repetitive cycle to ensure
proficiency and readiness for forward deployed operations do not atrophy. To maintain necessary
training flexibility, not all mission area certifications will expire when the ship enters an extended
maintenance period. As a result, ships, ISICs and ATG will sequence the prescribed training,
assessments and evaluations (listed in Appendix B), to the ship’s operational and maintenance
schedules to certify each mission area at an interval defined in the following geographic specific
sections.
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YEAR 1 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
SRA TRAINING CMAV
YEAR 2 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
CMAV OPERATIONS SIA OPERATIONS CMAV
YEAR 3 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
CMAV OPERATIONS SIA OPERATIONS R6 CMAV R7 MI R3
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executed, a week-for-week shift of the training period entitlement will be added. Additionally,
training periods will not be scheduled during the last full week of November or the first and last
weeks of the calendar year.
b. Due to the unique nature of LCC 19's maintenance cycle (annually), the
ship will execute a full Basic Phase after the third CNO Availability for all Tier 1 (Mobility) and
Tier 2 (Tactical) certifications. In the years that a full Basic Phase is not conducted, the ship will
be required to conduct a Light Off Assessment, a TYCOM Ready for Sea Assessment (RFSA) and
ISIC Navigation Check Ride. BLR will commence a 14-day post maintenance training period to
conduct an ISIC Navigation Assessment and Commanding Officer's training time. ATGWP will
provide tailored training as determined necessary by CNSGWP and the ship's CO.
Note: If the CNO Availability is under 120 days the ship will conduct the Light Off Assessment
led by the ISIC with EAP/ATG augments. In the event the CNO Availability is over 120 days the
ship will conduct an EAP/ATG led Light Off Assessment.
4. Upon completion of Basic Phase, CNSP will certify (by message) that ships are
Basic Phase complete.
1. Ships will:
a. Send accurate and timely READ-E 1 messages (No Earlier Than (NET) 45
days prior and No Later Than (NLT) 15 days prior to the execution of READ-E 3) using the
format provided in Appendix E.
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c. Coordinate with ISICs and CNSGWP to schedule live services, ranges, and
allocate ammunition to conduct required certification events.
d. All FDNF-J Surface Force ships will conduct SWATT with the exception of
LCC-19.
2. ISICs will:
a. Ensure ship certifications are scheduled and conducted before the 36-month
expiration.
3. ATGWP will:
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4. CNSGWP will:
1. MCM ships will conduct FDNF MCM TSRA. This TSRA is a two-week
assessment tailored to optimize the OPTEMPO of FDNF MCM ships. MCM ships will receive
this TSRA once between CNO availabilities. This TSRA covers all of the equipment checks that
do not require an industrial environment to be completed.
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(a) Mission area training certifications interval - not to exceed 36 months for BMD
ships and LCC 20.
b. EW Mission Area: Action: Delete Notes 1 and 4 (Inport and Synthetic) for
CE03.
d. SW Mission Area: Action: Delete Notes 1 and 4 (Inport and Synthetic) from
CE03, CE04, CE05, CE06, CE07, CE08, and CE09, and all amplification requirements to use the
Battle Lab.
e. ASW Mission Area: Action: Delete Note 5; add Note 6 to RE-09 (Live A/C
Exercise) to allow use of synthetic helo.
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4. Delete use of live helo services and instrumented range during ASW training
events to include SSRNM.
1. BMD Ships in Rota will conduct FDNF-Rota TSRA. This TSRA event is two
separate two-week events conducted to maximize efforts to identify and document material
condition discrepancies for the next CNO Availability.
2. LCC-20. CNSL may provide limited assistance (by request) for areas CNSL
maintains TYCOM responsibilities.
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Comments in DRRS-S under the CORE and SW MET with the following comment: “Certified and
equipped to employ Griffin Missile System through MON/YR”.
(c) TSRA Guidance. PC and MCM ships will conduct FDNF PC/MCM TSRA. This
TSRA is a two-week assessment tailored to optimize the OPTEMPO of FDNF PC and MCM
ships. This event is provided every six months. For additional PC specific guidance, reference (i)
contains the readiness policy for these ships.
b. MCM class ships homeported in San Diego, California, complete a 36-month OFRP cycle.
(1) Training execution. MCMs are allocated 24 unencumbered Basic Phase training
weeks. Following Basic Phase, San Diego MCMs transition to a non-standard and mission-
specific Independent Deployment Certification process.
(2) READ-E guidance. MCMs will conduct all READ-E events with the exception of
READ-E 1 which will be completed as applicable, and as directed by their ISIC. If a READ-E 7 is
deemed necessary, TYCOM Material Inspection Team will conduct.
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(3) TSRA Guidance. MCMs will only conduct FDNF MCM TSRA.
c. Test Ships.
(1) Test ships, such as those CRUDES tasked in direct support of the Missile Defense
Agency (MDA) and or Navy Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) related Testing and
Evaluation (T&E), do not execute the 36-month OFRP notional schedule outline in Figure 4-1.
(2) Mission area certifications will not expire when the ship enters an extended
maintenance period. Instead, mission area certifications are set at a periodicity per the current
testing memorandum of agreement.
(3) Ships, ISICs, and ATG will sequence the prescribed training, assessments, and
evaluations, per Appendix B, with the ship’s testing and maintenance schedules in order to
maintain certification periodicity.
4. Variations due to Shortened Basic Phase. When a ship is not allotted sufficient time to
complete a full Basic Phase, a tailored training plan will be established. This tailored plan will
provide training in those mission areas assessed by the TYCOM and Fleet Commander as those
required for operational tasking.
5. New Construction and Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Training. Guidance and policy for new
construction non-nuclear surface ships and surface pre-commission units (PCUs) are outlined in
references (j) and (k).
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Chapter 5
a. Certification Exercises (CEs). CEs are conducted in Basic Phase and are a prerequisite to
mission area certification and Basic Phase completion. Designated training organizations will
assess and grade the demonstration of these exercises. The TYCOM standard for passing a CE or
RE is 80% unless otherwise specified.
b. Advanced Exercises (AEs). Ships conduct AEs during the Advanced and Integrated Phases
following Basic Phase completion. Although ships may not be able to perform all AEs in a given
mission area, to increase flexibility in scheduling, these exercises may be conducted at any time
during the Advanced, Integrated, and Sustainment Phases.
c. Repetitive Exercises (REs). REs are conducted by ships or in the case of LCS, ships and
Division training teams, following mission area certification to maintain proficiency in each
mission area. The ship will self-assess their ability to successfully demonstrate these exercises. To
report the RE as successfully completed, the minimum score delineated in the applicable
checksheet must be attained. Crews and/or Divisions will update TORIS with RE completion and
ensure statuses are reflected in DRRS-S. RE proficiency must be maintained for 3M, AT, CYBER,
EXPSAF, FSO-M, MOB-D, SAR, and SUP at all times including Maintenance Phase. These
exercises are identified by an asterisk (*) below the RE number in the left hand column.
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STW-NSFS
3M
AMW
ASW
AT
AW
BMD
COMMS
CRY
CYBER
EW
EXPSAF
FSO-M
INT
MIW
MOB-A
MOB-D
MOB-E
MOB-N
MOB-S
SAR
STW-CMTQ
SUP
SW
VBSS
CG - Ticonderoga
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
BMD
CG - Ticonderoga
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
non-BMD
DDG - Arleigh
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Burke Flight I
DDG - Arleigh
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Burke Flight I + CRY
DDG - Arleigh
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Burke Flt II/IIA*
DDG 1000 - Zumwalt X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
PC - Cyclone X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
LCS – SUW Mission
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Package
LCS – MIW Mission
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Package
LCS – ASW Mission
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Package
* BMD as applicable
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NOTES: (If 1, 2, or 3 are not listed in notes, there are no restrictions on where the exercise occur s)
1 = Must be inport 5 = Live
2 = Must be underway 6 = Synthetic or Live
3 = Must be underway or at anchorage * = LTF only
4 = Synthetic + = LTF, Ship, or Training Ship
NMETL:
NTA 4.3.2.1: Perform Preventive Maintenance
Certification Exercises (CEs)
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NMTEL:
NTA 1.1.1.5: Conduct Ship-to-Shore Movement
NTA 1.1.2.3.5: Conduct Well Deck Operations
NTA 1.1.2.3.6: Control Landing Craft
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
LHA 6/7 (AMERICA FLT Is) are required to complete AMW CEs 01/09/10/14/15, REs
01/09/10/14/15, and AEs 03-09.
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17 Conduct Simultaneous Air and Surface Ship Train debark control personnel, boat
to Shore Movement control team and air department
personnel in simultaneous well deck
and flight deck operations.
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NMETL:
NTA 1.2.1.2: Conduct Air Space Management and Control
NTA 1.2.7: Conduct Tactical Oceanographic Analysis
NTA 1.3.2.3: Transit Mine Threat Area
NTA 2.2.3.1: Search Assigned Areas
NTA 3.1.5: Conduct Tactical Combat Assessment
NTA 3.2.1.2: Attack Submerged Targets
NTA 4.1.3: Provide Munitions, Pyrotechnics and specialty items
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 5.6: Conduct Acoustic Warfare
NTA 6.1.1.3: Positively Identify Friendly Forces
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NMETL:
NTA 3.2.1.2: Attack Submerged Targets
NTA 3.2.9: Conduct Non-Lethal Engagement
NTA 4.8.5: Maintain Cultural Awareness
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement
NTA 6.1.1.3: Positively Identify Friendly Forces
NTA 6.3.1.5: Establish and Enforce Protection Perimeter
Certification Exercises (CEs)
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Notes (1): AT mission area training certification interval not to exceed 36 months
(2): If underway, ships can take credit for inport REs via walk-through/talk-through
(3): LCS Class Periodicity: Certification, crew turnover
(4): LCS Class: Static training or Walk-Through/Talk-Through
(5): LCS Class: 80% of crew’s AT watch team, acceptable score is >80%
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NMETL:
NTA 1.2.1.2: Conduct Air Space Management and Control
NTA 2.2.3.1: Search Assigned Areas
NTA 3.1.5: Conduct Tactical Combat Assessment
NTA 3.2.7: Intercept, Engage and Neutralize Aircraft and Missile Targets
NTA 3.2.10: Integrate Tactical Fires
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 6.1.1.3: Positively Identify Friendly Forces
LCC 19/20 are required to complete AW CEs 01/02/05/09/11/12 and REs 01/04/08/11.
Additional qualification and proficiency requirements outlined in reference (g).
05 Conduct Air Warfare Engagement with Point Min 2 Watch Teams 1,4,
Defense System(s) (CIWS, RAM, NSSMS, (*LCS)
SeaRAM)
06 Employ DCA (Air Control) (CG, DDG, LHA, Min 2 Watch Teams 1,4
and LHD)
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NMETL:
NTA 1.1.1.7.2: Provide Combat Systems/Deck/Communications
NTA 2.2.1: Collect Target Information
NTA 2.4.4.2: Define the Battlespace Environment
NTA 3.2.7: Intercept, Engage and Neutralize Aircraft and Missile Targets
NTA 3.2.10: Integrate Tactical Fires
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.3.9.3: Plan Tactical Operations
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 5.4.5: Report and Analyze Mission Readiness
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NMETL:
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 5.5.6: Perform Spectrum Management
NTA 5.5.6.1: Control Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
NTA 6.1.2.1.3: Employ Communications Security
CEs 09, 10, and 11 and REs 09 and 10 are applicable to LCS only.
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NMETL:
NTA 2.2.3: Perform Tactical Reconnaissance and Surveillance
NTA 2.3.1: Conduct Technical Processing and Exploitation
NTA 2.4.4.4: Evaluate the Threat
NTA 2.4.5.3: Provide I&W of Threat
NTA 3.2.5: Conduct Electronic Attack
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 5.5.4: Conduct Electronic Warfare Support
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NMETL:
NTA.2.4.4.1: Identify Issues and Threats
NTA 2.4.5.3: Provide Indications and Warnings of threat
NTA 3.1.6: Develop Cyber Counter-Targeting Plans
NTA 5.2: Analyze and Assess Information
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 5.5.5: Perform Information Cybersecurity
NTA 5.5.5.1: Provide Cyberspace Defense
NTA 5.5.5.1.1: Monitor Network Security
NTA 5.5.5.1.2: Conduct Vulnerability Scanning
NTA 5.5.5.1.3: Implement Anti-Malware (AM)
NTA 5.5.5.1.4: Implement INFOCON
NTA 5.5.5.1.5: Respond to Cyber Incidents
NTA 6.1.2.1.3: Employ Communications Security
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NMETL:
NTA 2.2.3: Perform Tactical Reconnaissance and Surveillance
NTA 3.1.7: Employ Counter Targeting (CTTG)
NTA 3.2.5: Conduct Electronic Attack
NTA 3.2.7.1: Employ Anti-Ship Missile Defense (ASMD)
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 5.5.4.2: Conduct EW Reprogramming
NTA 5.5.5.2: Perform Electronic Protection
NTA 5.5.6: Perform Spectrum Management
NTA 6.1.5: Conduct Counter-Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C-ISR)
NTA 6.1.2.1.2: Employ Concealment Techniques
MCM and PC class ships are required to complete CEs 02/05/07 and REs 01/05/07.
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NMETL:
NTA 4.1.4: Maintain Explosive Safety
NTA 4.1.5: Onload and/or Offload Ordnance
Notes (1): EXPSAF mission area training certification interval not to exceed 36 months.
(2): CONUS ships that are in extended Sustainment Phases (i.e. greater than 6 months)
are required to have RE-01 validated by ATG OHSAT, prior to redeploying or Sustainment
operations. RE-01 validation can occur in conjunction with the READ-E 3.
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NMETL:
NTA 4.9.1: Conduct Mission Area Training
NTA 4.12.9: Train Medical and Nonmedical Personnel
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Note: FSO-M mission area training certification interval not to exceed 36 months.
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NMETL:
NTA 2.2: Collect Data and Intelligence
NTA 2.2.3: Perform Tactical Reconnaissance and Surveillance
NTA 2.2.4: Asses Tactical Environment
NTA 2.3: Process and Exploit Collected Information and Intelligence
NTA 2.4.4.4: Evaluate the Threat
NTA 2.4.5.4: Provide Intelligence Support to Force Protection
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
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Note (2): Ships will complete CE-09 prior to Week 6 of the Basic Phase.
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03 Provide I&W support to MIO/VBSS & tactical Walk through the steps to identify
operations indications and warnings that could
threaten MIO/VBSS and tactical
operations.
04 Produce Country Brief to support Maritime Construct a country brief that
IPOE for NEO focuses on the diplomatic,
informational, military, and
economic aspects that will support
military planners in devising a
Maritime IPOE.
05 Conduct Intelligence Support to Visual Per Navy-Wide OPTASK VI
Information
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LCS References:
(a) 56580-AF-OMP-010 Littoral Combat Ship Mine Warfare Support Type Mission
Module IETM
(b) AE-317SA-MMO-000, AN/AQS-20A Technical Manual
(c) Knife Fish Minehunting System on Littoral Combat Ships IETM
(d) UISS Minehunting System IETM
(e) Pre-Dive Checklist for UISS/KF Remote Minehunting System
(f) Post-Dive Checklist for UISS/KF Remote Minehunting System
(g) AE-3155SA-MMO-000. AN/AES-1 Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS)
IETM
(h) AW-500SA-MMO-000, Airborne Mine Neutralization System (AMNS) IETM
(i) NWP 3-15, Mine Warfare
NMETL:
NTA 1.3.1.1: Conduct Mine Hunting
NTA 1.3.1.2: Conduct Minesweeping
NTA 1.3.1.3: Conduct Mine Neutralization
NTA 1.3.2.1: Mark Barriers and Obstacles
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
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NMETL:
NTA 1.1.2.3.3: Conduct Flight Operations
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Notes (1): MOB-A CEs will be conducted in a specific order in accordance with reference (i).
(2): A “Dud”, applicable to annotated CE/RE events, is defined as an aircraft that is
used as a training platform for firefighting and salvage operations.
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NMETL:
NTA 1.1.1.7.3: Provide Damage Control
NTA 6.1.1.1: Protect Individuals and Systems
NTA 6.1.1.2: Remove Hazards
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EXERCISE NAME AMPLIFICATION NOTES
R
01 Material Readiness Verify equipment operation and functionality
Validate minimum equipment requirements
and inventories
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NMETL:
NTA 1.1.1.7.1: Provide Engineering/Main Propulsion
NTA 1.1.1.7.3: Provide Damage Control
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Note: LCS may accomplish MSFD, standard drill sets, and evolutions while in-port. Drills
will be accomplished utilizing synthetic trainers.
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NMETL:
NTA 1.1.2.3.1: Sail Ship from Port, Anchorage or Moorage
NTA 1.1.2.3.2: Return Ship to Port, Anchorage or Moorage
NTA 1.2.11: Conduct Navigation
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
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NMETL:
NTA 1.1.2.3.1: Sail Ship from Port, Anchorage or Moorage
NTA 1.1.2.3.2: Return Ship to Port, Anchorage or Moorage
NTA 1.1.2.3.7: Conduct Small Boat Operations
NTA 4.6.3: Provide Underway Replenishment
NTA 4.13.6: Perform Emergency Towing
NTA 6.2.2.1: Perform Search and Rescue
MCM and PC class ships assigned to CENTCOM are exempt from CE05.
MOB-N and MOB-S CEs can be graded simultaneously.
CEs 16/17/18 and REs 13/14 apply to LCS only.
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NMETL:
NTA 6.2.2.1: Perform Search and Rescue
Note: SAR mission area training certification interval not to exceed 36 months.
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NMETL:
NTA 3.2.2: Attack Enemy Land Targets
NTA 3.2.8: Conduct Fire Support
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
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NMETL:
NTA 3.2.2: Attack Enemy Land Targets
NTA 3.2.8: Conduct Fire Support
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
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NMETL:
NTA 4.3.3: Provide Repair Parts
NTA 4.4.2.2: Provide Food Services
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NMTEL:
NTA 1.1.2.3.3: Conduct Flight Operations
NTA 1.2.1.2: Conduct Air Space Management and Control
NTA 2.2.3.1: Search Assigned Areas
NTA 3.1.5: Conduct Tactical Combat Assessment
NTA 3.2.1.1: Attack Surface Targets
NTA 4.1.3: Provide Munitions, Pyrotechnics and Specialty Items
NTA 5.1.1.1.2: Provide External Communications
NTA 5.1.3.1: Maintain and Display Tactical Picture
NTA 5.2.1.3: Review Rules of Engagement (ROE)
NTA 5.4.1.2: Exercise Tactical Command and Control
NTA 6.1.1.3: Positively Identify Friendly Forces
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08 Conduct Restricted Waters Strait Transit Train strike group personnel in the 6
conduct of an integrated force strait
transit with multi-layered defense.
09 Operate in a SCAR/AR Construct Train shipboard/strike group 6
personnel in the employment and
management of aircraft to execute
SCAR/AR
10 Operate in a MAC Construct procedures.
Train shipboard/strike group 6
personnel in operating within a
MAC construct and executing MAC
duties during SAGC vs. OPFOR
SAG or against a FAC/FIAC
OPFOR unit(s).
11 Execute War-At-Sea (WAS) Train strike group personnel in the 6
planning and execution of WAS.
12 Conduct Integrated Live Fire Event Train strike group personnel in 6
planning and execution of integrated
fires against a FAC/FIAC OPFOR
unit(s).
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NMETL:
NTA 1.1.2.3.7: Conduct Small Boat Operations
NTA 1.4.6: Conduct Maritime Interception
NTA 3.2.9: Conduct Non-Lethal Engagement
NTA 4.8.5: Maintain Cultural Awareness
Only PCs and SUW Mission Package Capable LCS are required to complete CE03 and
RE02.
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2. Discussion. Experience has shown that in certain mission areas, formal training as a whole
team is a more effective readiness indicator than individual watchstander qualifications alone. For
the mission areas listed in paragraph 3, the loss or turnover of key team members may negatively
impact a ship’s ability to perform the tasks associated with that mission area. To maximize a
ship’s readiness in WTCC mission areas, ships will report key manning shortfalls, and ISICs will
coordinate validation per this instruction.
3. Definitions
a. WTCC Mission Areas. WTCC mission areas are those in which the loss or turnover of key
watchstanders in the watch teams which were trained during Unit-Level Training may have a
serious impact on a ship’s ability to execute that specific mission. Ships are required to track
WTCC requirements in TORIS. The following mission areas are designated as WTCC:
b. Key Watchstanders.
(1) ASW: ASW Evaluator (ASWE), SONAR Supervisor, Fire Control System Operator.
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(2) BMD: BMD Watch Officer (BMDWO), Combat Systems Coordinator (CSC), Radar
Systems Controller (RSC), Tactical Information Coordinator (TIC).
(6) STW-NSFS: Gunnery Liaison Officer (GLO)/Land Attack Warfare Officer (LAWO),
Plot Supervisor, Control Officer Console (COC) Operator (MK86), Weapons Control Console
(WCC) Operators (MK86), Gun Console Operator (GCO) (MK34), and Gun Safety Observer.
(8) SW (LCS NSM Capable Platforms Only): Any member of the NSM qualifying team.
4. Policy
a. For the purpose of this policy, one training cycle is defined as:
(1) For Continental United States (CONUS) ships, mission area certification will expire at
the start of the next Maintenance Phase or the start of the next certification validation (CV) in that
mission area, whichever comes first.
(2) For Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF) ships, the date of mission area
certification through 36 months in that mission area or the start of the next Selected Restricted
Availability (SRA), whichever comes first.
b. If a ship’s manning in a WTCC mission area meets either of the following criteria, then the
ship will submit a mission area Validation Plan using the sample WTCC Mission Area Validation
Plan message in Appendix E and coordinate with the ISIC to schedule the validation:
(1) Two or more key watchstanders on one watch team that were certified during Basic
Phase training rotate off the team.
(2) A key watchstander across all watch teams that were certified during basic phase
training rotate off the team (e.g., 2 of 2 BMDWOs, 2 of 2 ASWEs, etc.).
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(1) Designate an assessment team based on specific watchstander shortfalls and risk
mitigation goals. If available, the ISIC may use ATG, CSCS, or other designated training
representatives, to augment its own staff.
(2) Design the validation scenarios based on Repetitive Exercises (REs) listed above.
(b) For STW-NSFS, the MTT course provided by CSCS/EWTPAC/LANT will be the
validation process used by the ISIC.
(3) Validate the ship’s mission area validation plan (Personnel Qualification Standards
(PQS)/Job Qualification Requirements (JQR)/Schools, etc.).
(6) Report to Type Commander using the sample WTCC Mission Area Validation
Completion Report message in Appendix E when validation is complete. Messages will include a
list of the watchstanders and watch teams (Blue/Gold), as applicable, that completed the validation.
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Chapter 6
READINESS EVALUATIONS
b. Designate the list of material and other checks that will be accomplished during each
READ-E.
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(1) For LCS, TYCOM will assign a Senior Assessor/TYCOM Lead for LCS READ-E 4 and
5 only.
e. CNSGWP is TYCOM’s executive agent for conducting READ-Es for FDNF-J ships.
d. Assign a Senior Assessor (if applicable) for Crew Certification, Fast Cruise/Dock Trials,
and Squadron/Group Staff Navigation Assessment (e.g. Nav Check Ride).
b. Provide assistance to the ship and crew in preparing for LCS READ-Es.
f. Designate the crew’s Training Liaison Officer (TLO) to assist in LCS READ-E
coordination.
g. Designate an Event Coordinator to coordinate with the ship or crew’s POC to arrange the
schedule for each LCS READ-E event.
h. Designate the list of Repetitive Exercises (REs) to be demonstrated during LCS READ-E 3.
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4. Afloat Training Group (ATG)/Information Warfare Training Group (IWTG). The applicable
ATG/IWTG will:
b. Designate the ship’s Training Liaison Officer (TLO) to assist in READ-E 3 coordination.
b. Assist ship and ISIC in “Safe to Start” assessments prior to Hot Plant testing, if requested.
a. Coordinate with the ship’s Point of Contact (POC) to arrange the schedule of the READ-E.
b. Coordinate with the participating organizations to develop the Schedule of Events (SOE) for
each READ-E and de-conflict any duplicative tasks. In cases where an event must be evaluated by
different organizations, the Event Coordinator will attempt to coordinate the task so that it will only
need to be performed once during the event.
c. Provide the ship with a list of material checks, training events, and/or other assessments that
will need to be performed during the READ-E.
d. Serve as a liaison with the ship regarding any changes to material condition that may impact
the ship’s ability to demonstrate a specific task.
e. Coordinate with the TYCOM Lead/Senior Assessor and other participating organizations to
identify the necessary expertise for each READ-E.
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c. Coordinate with the TYCOM, ISIC, and scheduling authorities to schedule each READ-E.
d. Assign a ship’s POC for each READ-E to coordinate and determine the SOE.
9. Regional Maintenance Center (RMC). The applicable RMC will execute TSRAs per reference
(f).
1. READ-E 1 is a mandatory ship self-assessment executed during the Sustainment Phase while
the ship is on deployment. The purpose is to assist the Commanding Officer in the planning and
successful execution of maintenance and training during the upcoming OFRP cycle. During
READ-E 1, the ship will perform a critical self-assessment of their manning, schools, material,
proficiency, safety climate, and other requirements. The duration of READ-E 1 is determined by
the ship, but must be completed and findings reported to Administrative Control (ADCON) ISIC /
TYCOM at least 45 days prior to returning from deployment. Ships forward deployed in Japan will
transmit the READ-E 1 message NLT 15 days prior to the READ-E 3 and NET 45 days. Ships will
use available Afloat Self-Assessment (ASA) checksheets and CRAV checklists to identify
deficiencies.
2. Sub-events
b. Material Condition Self-Assessment. The ship will self-assess their material condition
through a variety of available programs and documented deficiencies.
c. Proficiency Self-Assessment. The ship will self-assess their proficiency in each mission
area and explain any differences between reported TORIS Mission Area FOM proficiency and the
Commanding Officer’s assessment of the ship’s proficiency.
d. Safety Climate Assessment. The ship will assess their tendency toward Organizational Drift
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into Failure by completing the Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey or an Afloat Culture
Workshop.
3. Lead Organization. The lead organization for READ-E 1 is the ship. No external organizations
will assist in the conduct of READ-E 1.
(b) Review the current Billet Based Distribution (BBD) for enlisted manning, and
Officer Data Control Report (ODCR) or NAVPERSCOM PERS-41 Placement Officer report for
Officer manning for current and projected manpower shortfalls. Include a review of the Watch
Team Replacement Plan (WTRP) for the upcoming FRTP cycle. Identify Bureau of Naval
Personnel (BUPERS) required fills.
(c) Identify critical NEC/BSC shortfalls via BBD, ODCR/Placement Officer Report,
Fleet Training Management and Planning System (FLTMPS), mission area
qualification/certification criteria per ASA checksheets, and applicable governing instructions.
(a) Identify critical school shortfalls via BBD, FLTMPS, mission area
qualification/certification criteria per applicable ASA checksheets and governing instructions.
(c) Identify any sensor, weapons system, ship system additions or modifications that
will take place during maintenance periods that will require formal training for existing crew
members or enroute training for new personnel.
(d) Identify Temporary Additional Duty Travel Target (TADTAR) requirements and
request an augment if necessary.
(a) Review all management programs using governing references and ASA checksheets.
These management programs include, but are not limited to:
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3. Damage Control Programs (Repair Party Manual, Damage Control Petty Officer,
DC Closure Log, Gas Free Engineer, Supplied Air Respirators/Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA))
6. Search and Rescue (SAR) Programs including SAR Swimmer Proficiency and
AEL
11. Inventory and report the status of the following AELs at a minimum:
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c. Anti-Terrorism
h. PCMS Inventory
(b) Identify material readiness issues with all onboard training systems (e.g., Battle
Force Tactical Training (BFTT), Battle Force Electronic Warfare Trainer (BEWT), AEGIS Combat
Training System (ACTS), On-Board Trainer (OBT), Training Control Workstation (TCW), Surface
Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Synthetic Trainer (SAST), Cruise Missile Trainer Personal
Computer (CMTPC), etc.) that will affect training during the upcoming FRTP (if installed).
(c) Ensure critical equipment (including test equipment and phased replacement items)
is calibrated (as required), inventoried, assessed, and replacements ordered as necessary.
(a) Determine the proficiency level of each mission area through an assessment of the
amount and quality of training conducted since entering the Sustainment Phase. Consider
performance on deployment, LOK exams, TORIS Mission Area FOM recorded in each mission
area, and any external feedback on the performance of the ship. Each mission area will be assigned
a grade based upon the ship’s TORIS Mission Area FOM score. The Commanding Officer may
adjust the score if extenuating circumstances prevent TORIS Mission Area FOM from accurately
depicting the ship’s mission area proficiency; in these cases, the difference between these scores
should be explained.
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(b) These mission area grades will aid in determining where additional focus may be
required during the upcoming Basic Phase.
(a) Complete the Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey (ASCAS) or Afloat Culture
Workshop (ACW). Completion is defined as a debrief of the survey or ACW results to the CO by
the survey provider or ACW lead facilitator. ASCAS may be set up independently by the ship on
short notice and completed within 2-3 weeks; ACW generally requires coordination with the
TYCOM ACW team a quarter in advance.
(b) These results and supporting recommendations will aid in determining where
additional focus may be required during the Sustainment and Maintenance Phases to avoid mishaps
and sustain crew excellence.
4. Reporting Requirements. Ships will report completion of READ-E 1 using the report template
contained in Appendix E.
a. The READ-E 1 Report must be transmitted no later than 45 days prior to returning from
deployment.
b. Forward Deployed Naval Forces-Japan (FDNF-J): Ships forward deployed to Japan will
transmit the READ-E 1 message NET 45 days and NLT 15 days prior to READ-E 3.
c. Upon the receipt of the READ-E 1 message, TYCOM N7 will review the message,
consolidate reports from Training Support Center (TSC), TYCOM N1, N41, N43, N44, N45, N46,
N47, N48, and N6, and provide a consolidated response to issues identified by the ship. A response
message will be sent to the ship within 30 days of receipt of the READ-E 1 message.
5. LCS Readiness Evaluation 1 (LCS READ-E 1). LCS READ-E 1 is a crew self-assessment of
total readiness, executed while the crew is on deployment, typically within 45 days of returning
from the re-deployment. The crew will perform a critical self-assessment of manning, schools,
PQS, watchbills, proficiency, and other requirements to support follow-on training and missions.
The duration of LCS READ-E 1 is determined by the crew, but must be completed and findings
reported to Administrative Control (ADCON) ISIC/TYCOM at least 30 days prior to returning
from deployment.
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(1) Review current and projected officer and enlisted manning documents for potential
manning or NEC shortfalls. Include a review of the Billet Training Profiles (BTP), Watch Team
Replacement Plan (WTRP), FLTMPS, etc. for the upcoming cycle. Verify critical NEC, T2Q,
Mission Area qualification/certification, and team training requirements. Request quotas as
required.
(2) Review all management programs using governing references and ASA checksheets.
These management programs include, but are not limited to:
(c) Damage Control Programs (Repair Party Manual, Damage Control Petty Officer,
Closure Log, Gas Free Engineer, Supplied Air Respirators/Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA))
(e) Anti-Terrorism (AT) Programs (Security Force Post Qualifications, Physical Security
Allowance Equipage Lists (AEL), Laser Hazard Safety)
(i) Cyber Management Programs (Cyber Security Work Force (CSWF), Information
Security/Cyber Security, Physical Security)
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b. Self-Assess Proficiency levels of each Mission Area based on amount and quality of training
conducted while on-hull. Consider utilizing LOKs, and TORIS data. Each Mission Area will be
assigned a grade based upon the crew’s self-assessment.
(1) These Mission Area grades will aid in determining where additional focus is required
during the upcoming LCS READ-E 3 and off-hull period.
(2) If an extenuating circumstance exists that prevents TFOM from accurately depicting the
Crew’s Mission Area proficiency, the Commanding Officer may adjust the score. Any adjustments
differences between the reported Training Figure of Merit (TFOM) and the CO’s assessment will be
explained.
(1) Complete the Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey (ASCAS) or Afloat Culture
Workshop (ACW). Completion is defined as a debrief of the survey or ACW results to the CO by
the survey provider or ACW lead facilitator. ASCAS may be set up independently by the ship on
short notice and completed within 2-3 weeks; ACW generally requires coordination with the
TYCOM ACW team a quarter in advance.
(2) These results and supporting recommendations will aid in determining where additional
focus may be required during the Sustainment and Maintenance Phases to avoid mishaps and
sustain crew excellence.
d. Crews will report completion of LCS READ-E 1 to their ISIC using the report template
contained in Appendix E.
e. Upon receipt of the LCS READ-E1 message, LCSRON/DIVISION N7 will review and
provide a response to issues identified by the Crew. A response message and LCS READ-E 3
schedule will be provided to the crew within 30 days of receipt of the LCS READ-E 1 message.
2. Sub-events
a. Underway Demonstrations. Demonstrations are conducted during this period to identify any
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material condition degradations that occurred during the course of deployment and ensure that the
ship maintains a constant focus on material assessments and standards.
(1) Every effort should be made to complete all demonstrations for the applicable ship class.
(2) Deficiencies identified during READ-E 2 will be considered for possible inclusion into
the Availability Work Package (AWP).
3. Lead Organization. The lead organization for READ-E 2 execution is the applicable TYCOM
(Commander Naval Surface Force U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP N45) / Commander Naval Surface
Force Atlantic (CNSL N44)) who will designate the READ-E 2 Event Coordinator.
(a) TYCOM, ISIC, and Regional Maintenance Center confer to determine the
scheduling of required demonstrations and material assessments. Demonstrations will be performed
and assessed per INSURV requirements. The following is a list of demonstrations that must be
conducted (at a minimum):
Note: Conducted at Underway Replenishment (UNREP) speed with control in after steering and in
the ahead direction only. (Must include mechanical limit and accuracy test, timing, and blocking
valve demonstration).
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7. Demonstrate operability of voice circuits (on air checks for all radios in all
modes and all crypto devices), all data links in all modes, Cooperative Engagement Capability
(CEC), and networks (Integrated Shipboard Network System (ISNS), Automated Digital Network
System (ADNS), Navy Information Application Product Suite (NIAPS), Consolidated Afloat
Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES), Combined Enterprise Regional Information Exchange
System (CENTRIXS), Global Command and Control System – Maritime (GCCS-M), all switches
and routers)
8. Ballast and De-ballast (per Ship’s Information Book, Ship’s Ballast Instruction,
Equipment Operating Procedures (EOP) and PMS)
9. Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) operational checks (per PMS MIP Series
5551)
(b) The ISIC may provide the ship a list of additional demonstrations to be performed at
least four weeks in advance of READ-E 2.
(c) Ship’s force will develop the detailed SOE, coordinate all services (e.g. targets for
Detect-to-Engagement (DTE) demonstrations), operational areas, and non-combatant expenditure
allocation (NCEA) for required demonstrations.
Note: Live training is the preferred method of demonstration; however, if resources are not
available, simulator training may be used.
(a) One week prior to READ-E 2, the ship will forward the following information to the
Event Coordinator via email:
2. 8 O’clock Reports
3. All TSOs
(b) The Assessment Team will review the following information prior to the
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commencement of READ-E 2:
1. READ-E 1 Report
2. DRRS-S
5. Active DFSs
6. All TSOs
4. Reporting Requirements
a. Assessment team reviews results and compiles report to identify recommendations for work
in next Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Availability or future availabilities as appropriate.
b. All deficiencies identified during READ-E 2 will be added to the CSMP within five
working days of receipt, reported per applicable directives (e.g., CASREP, Redlines, etc.), and
considered for possible inclusion into the AWP, recognizing that work items may be growth or new
work.
c. The TYCOM will send a READ-E 2 Report within five working days of READ-E 2
completion.
d. Ships will provide a READ-E 2 Follow-up Brief to the TYCOM within 10 working days.
Contact your TYCOM Readiness Code to schedule the brief.
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an assessment of READ-E 1, Training and PQS Program assessment, a Safety and Occupational
Health (SOH) and Environmental Programs review, and the Command Readiness Assessment Visit
(CRAV). In addition, the training organization will conduct mission area proficiency checks in all
mission areas using applicable Repetitive Exercise (RE) grade sheets. Mission area RE
demonstration will be tailored by the training organization based on ship/ISIC input and material
readiness. TYCOM N7 will approve the READ-E 3 RE demonstration list generated by the
ship/ISIC and training organization. The goal is to ensure the ship has a functional training team
established and is re-familiarized with the training standards that will need to be met in Basic
Phase.
a. Ships entering a scheduled CNO Availability after deployment will execute the READ-E 3
prior to entering the Maintenance Phase. If a ship’s schedule does not permit execution of the
READ-E 3 prior to entering the Maintenance Phase, then the READ-E 3 will be conducted at the
earliest possible opportunity in the Maintenance Phase. The READ-E 3 will be conducted so not to
interfere with the CNO Availability production/timeline. Ships without a dedicated CNO
Availability between scheduled deployments will be required to execute the READ-E 3 prior to the
next scheduled deployment or operational tasking, unless granted a policy exception by TYCOM.
Mission areas validated below certification criteria will receive additional training to increase
proficiency. Upon return from the next scheduled deployment, prior to entering the Maintenance
Phase (CNO Availability), the ship will conduct another READ-E 3 to prepare the ship for FTA 1.
b. Ships that will not undergo a Basic Phase prior to the next deployment will demonstrate a
more robust RE and ITT syllabus. The purpose of this is to give the ship CO and ISIC a clear view
of areas of strengths and weaknesses and to develop a tailored training plan to prepare the ship for
the follow-on deployment.
c. As part of the READ-E 3, ships will be able to conduct a 3M Program Validation (PV). If
ships successfully complete the 3M PV, in accordance with reference (n), the 3M mission area
certification interval will reset for another 36 months. A ship cannot conduct two consecutive PVs,
nor can it conduct a PV on an expired certification.
2. Sub-events
a. Assessment of READ-E 1. The purpose is to ensure the ship has accurately assessed the
status of their programs, material condition, and training.
b. Training and PQS Program Assessment Review. TYCOM will assess the execution and
effectiveness of the ship’s Training and PQS programs. This assessment will include a review of
Relational Administrative Data Management (R-ADM) access and usage, quarterly ASA
checksheets for the previous year, watchbills and WTRPs, including a validation of the ship’s self-
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assessment of manning (including NECs), material condition, schools plan, and management
programs for all warfare areas.
c. SOH and Environmental Programs Review. TYCOM will validate the effectiveness of the
Safety Program. All programs will be evaluated using ASA checksheets/IIGs. Some programs
may be validated concurrently with assessed mission areas by the responsible training organization.
The event is not required to be conducted concurrently with the other READ-E 3 events, but will be
conducted in the Sustainment Phase following return from deployment.
d. The ship, in coordination with the responsible training organization, will take LOKs in all
mission areas for training team members.
f. CRAV. The ADCON ISIC, in conjunction with readiness assessment assistance teams (as
required), will assess the various administrative programs that comprise the CRAV. The goal is to
verify the ship has an effective continuous training program. This review is not required to be
conducted concurrently with the other READ-E 3 events, but will be conducted in the Sustainment
Phase following return from deployment. The details of this assessment visit are contained within
reference (a).
3. Lead Organization. The lead organization for READ-E 3 execution is the TYCOM
(CNSP/CNSL N7) with support from the ISIC and the applicable training organization. The
TYCOM will designate the Event Coordinator.
b. READ-E 3 is constructed to provide flexibility in its execution. The SOE will be developed
by the ship with assistance from ATG and submitted by the ISIC to TYCOM. The SOE will be
approved by TYCOM.
(1) TYCOM Actions. Assess Personnel, Administrative, Training and PQS Programs.
(a) Validate ship’s self-assessment of school requirements using FLTMPS and ensure
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individual school/team training requirements have been met or quotas have been requested to allow
for completion prior to the start of Basic Phase.
(b) Verify TADTAR funds will support school/training requirements throughout the
FRTP. If necessary, ensure the ship has submitted a TADTAR augment request for additional funds
needed.
(c) Assess the ship’s PQS Program following the applicable checksheet.
(d) Validate R-ADM accuracy and effectiveness to ensure personnel qualifications and
training support ship operations.
(e) Ensure a comprehensive WTRP will support all conditions of readiness and
sufficient qualified personnel will be available prior to commencement of Basic Phase. At a
minimum the following watchbills and WTRPs will be reviewed:
5. VBSS
6. All Repair Lockers, Duty IET, R&A, Crash & Salvage, COND II F/S
(f) Assess the ship’s Training Program following the applicable ASA checksheets.
(2) ATG Actions. If required and installed, assess ETS condition/material condition and
mission area proficiency
(a) As part of the mission area assessments, inventory and report the following:
AVCAL, VBSS AEL; AT AEL; SAR AEL; Oil Spill Kit; Otto Fuel Spill Kit; Damage Control
Locker, and additional applicable AEL inventories. Ensure shortfalls are on order.
(b) ATG will grade selected REs to determine the level of proficiency that has been
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sustained since the last Basic Phase. A grade will be assigned to each mission area based upon the
average of RE scores. That grade will be reported for that mission area in the READ-E 3 Report
(per Appendix E).
(c) Any mission area receiving a grade of 80% or lower will require refresher training
(e.g., Limited Team Training [LTT]) based upon the ship’s upcoming schedule. While the results
of READ-E 3 will not de-certify or suspend a ship’s certification, with the exception of MOB-A a
lack of proficiency may impact the ship’s ability to perform operational tasking.
(d) Pre-fire checks will be accounted for a duration of three years for all weapons
systems.
(e) Ensure that adequate standards of cleanliness, preservation, and stowage are being
maintained.
(3) ISIC Actions. Conduct CRAV. The ADCON ISIC will review programs not already
reviewed in Steps One or Two per reference (a).
(4) TYCOM Safety Office Actions. Review SOH and Environmental Programs: TYCOM
Safety Office will assess SOH and Environmental Programs using INSURV (Occupational Health
and Environmental Protection) checklists. Report will be provided directly to ship SEPCOR.
4. Reporting Requirements. The TYCOM will send a READ-E 3 Report, based upon input from
ATG, within five working days of completing all sub-events, except SOH and Environmental
Programs Review, per Appendix A.
5. LCS Readiness Evaluation 3 (LCS READ-E 3). LCS READ-E 3 is an ISIC-led tailorable
assessment event that is conducted during crew’s ID sustainment phase. LCS READ-E 3 will
commence 15-45 days after returning from the re-deployment. The event is comprised of six sub-
events: ISIC N7 will conduct (1) an assessment of LCS READ-E 1 results, (2) verify training and
PQS program self-assessment, ISIC Safety will conduct (3) a SOH and Environmental Programs
Review, ISIC will conduct (4) Level of Knowledge Exams (LOKs) in all Mission Areas, (5)
Proficiency Assessment (drills in all mission areas), and (6) conduct the Command Readiness and
Assessment Visit (CRAV).
a. Assessment of READ-E 1. The purpose is to ensure the ship has accurately assessed the
status of their programs, and training.
b. Training and PQS Program Assessment. ISIC will assess the execution and effectiveness of
the ship’s Training and PQS programs. This assessment will include a review of Automated
System Management (ASM) access and usage, watchbills, and WTRP.
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c. SOH and Environmental Program Review. ISIC will validate effectiveness of the crew’s
SOH and environmental programs (Hearing Conservation, Heat Stress, Hazardous Materials,
Environmental Protection, Electrical Safety, Tag Out, Gas Free Engineering, Sight Conservation,
Respiratory Protection, Traffic Safety, Motorcycle Safety, Recreation and Off-Duty Safety,
Operational Risk Management, Safety Management, and Fall Protection). This event is not
required to be conducted concurrently with other LCS READ-E 3 events.
d. LOK Exams. The crew, in coordination with ISIC and ATG, will take LOK Exams in all
Mission Areas
(2) Synthetic Trainer Proficiency Assessment. Three-week (ID Sustainment Phase) or Two-
week (PD Sustainment Phase) synthetic trainer (LTF) sustainment assessment of MOB-N, AW,
EW, SW, and MP (SUW, ASW, MIW) mission areas.
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(k) MOB-N: 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 10, 11, 12
(l) MOB-S: 01, 02, 03, 04, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
f. CRAV. ISIC will conduct a CRAV per reference (a) to assess crew’s personnel readiness
programs (LCS applicable) that are not generally reviewed by other assessments/inspections.
g. ISIC will review the results of LCS READ- E 1 and 3 events to tailor crew’s remaining ID
sustainment period (4-5 weeks). At a minimum the sustainment period will include additional
proficiency training in-port/at-sea and consist of two-weeks LTF sustainment, two-weeks on-hull
(training ship), and up to one week of CO’s Time will be available if all divisional training team
criteria have been met. As applicable, a crew may certify Mission Areas during this period.
1. READ-E 4 is a TYCOM-led assessment of the ship’s readiness to exit the Maintenance Phase.
READ-E 4 is conducted at the end of the Maintenance Phase, nominally in the last three weeks. It
is comprised of six events: Main Reduction Gear Health Assessment (MRGHA), LOA, Crew
Certification, Dock Trials/Fast Cruise, Squadron/Group Staff Navigation Assessment, and
Contractor (KTR) Sea Trials. TYCOM N43 will coordinate the scheduling of the MRGHA.
2. Sub-events
a. Main Reduction Gear Health Assessment. The MRGHA is conducted prior to completion of
LOA. The purpose of the MRGHA is to ensure the main reduction gear and supporting systems are
ready to support underway operations. The MRGs, Vent Fog Precipitators, Dehumidifiers, and LO
Service and Purification Systems (to include SICLOS/LODF inspection), and the LOQM Program
(to include pre-underway LO samples) will all be verified prior to getting underway. A subsequent
check of the MRG, Vent Fog Precipitators, Dehumidifiers, LO Service and Purificatio n Systems (to
include SICLOS) will take place after the ship gets underway for KTR Sea Trials by TYCOM.
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(EAP/EAA) and augmented by the ADCON ISIC or TYCOM Staff as required. The purpose of
LOA is to ensure the ship is capable of safely lighting off and operating its engineering plant prior
to going to sea (Sea Trials included) when exiting a CNO Availability or any significant
maintenance period (120 days or greater in length), or when the TYCOM deems it necessary. LOA
must be scheduled after the availability PCD as outlined in reference (b).
c. Crew Certification. The TYCOM or ADCON ISIC (if delegated by TYCOM) will conduct
Crew Certification on all new construction ships and ships with maintenance periods greater than or
equal to 60 days. New construction ships will conduct Crew Certification per reference (c). The
purpose of Crew Certification is to perform a thorough review of the ship's overall training program
and an assessment of their ability to provide an adequate number of qualified crew members to
support safe operations at sea, to include Sea Trials. This determination will be based on
accomplishing selected exercises, material checks of key Deck/Navigation/Safety equipment, and
LOK testing of training team members if not already accomplished during FTA 1.
(2) Temporary augments or “borrowing” personnel from other commands for the purpose of
meeting Crew Certification requirements are prohibited, unless it is a TYCOM directed TEMADD.
d. Dock Trials and Fast Cruise. The TYCOM or ADCON ISIC (if delegated by TYCOM) will
supervise the conduct of Dock Trials and a Fast Cruise during a CNO Availability per reference (b).
The overall objectives are to train the crew and determine their ability to take the ship to sea safely
in a peacetime environment. Dock Trials tests the engineering plant’s readiness for sea, and Fast
Cruise ensures that the crew is ready and qualified to perform at-sea operations. Equipment should
be energized and operated as much as possible; only items that cannot be performed will be
simulated. Dock Trials and Fast Cruise requirements are contained in reference (b), Volume II, Part
I, Chapter 3, Appendices I and J.
(1) Reference (b) requires ships to conduct Dock Trials and a Fast Cruise following a CNO
Availability, and a Fast Cruise following a CMAV of four weeks or greater. In addition, a Fast
Cruise must also be conducted following a prolonged period (60 days or greater) inport.
(2) Other work should not be performed on the ship during this period.
(3) The Fast Cruise must be completed within 1-3 days prior to Contractor (KTR) Sea
Trials.
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f. Contractor (KTR) Sea Trials. Reference (b) requires that ships conduct KTR Sea Trials
following a maintenance availability as a final determination of the ship’s material readiness and
ability to rejoin the Fleet.
3. Lead Organization. The lead organization for READ-E 4 execution is the TYCOM. The
TYCOM may choose to delegate lead organization responsibilities to the ADCON ISIC. EAP/EAA
will be the principal executive agent for LOA. The TYCOM (CNSP/CNSL N43 (as appropriate))
or the TYCOM’s designated representative (ISIC) will designate the READ-E 4 Event Coordinator.
a. The notional duration is 45 days. Due to the nature of the READ-E 4, many of the sub-
events must be conducted in series. The notional duration for each sub-event is as follows: LOA,
3-5 days; Crew Certification, 3-4 days; Dock Trials/Fast Cruise, 2 days; KTR Sea
Trials: 2-3 days.
(1) Step One. Schedule of Events (SOE) Approval. Ship/ISIC submit Dock Trials, Fast
Cruise, and KTR Sea Trials SOEs to the TYCOM (CNSP N43/CNSL N43) for approval at least 14
days in advance of READ-E 4. Examples of SOEs may be obtained from the TYCOM Lead.
(a) Pre-LOA Training Visit. ATG/EAA/EAP will provide all necessary inport training
that will assist the ship in successfully executing LOA. The training visit will include, at a
minimum:
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(c) Level of Knowledge (LOK) exam administered to training team, if not already
provided during FTA 1.
(d) The ship will meet Navigation requirements per reference (d).
(a) EAP/EAA will assess the engineering management programs. A minimum grade of
READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF is required for all engineering management programs below:
1. PQS
2. Engineering Training
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5. Legal Records
7. EOSS
8. Operating Logs
9. Quality Assurance
10. MGTESR-WebLog
11. DFS
(b) EAP/EAA will assess the Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) programs as
EFFECTIVE, PARTIALLY EFFECTIVE, or NOT EFFECTIVE per ASA checksheets. A
minimum grade of PARTIALLY EFFECTIVE is required for all SOH programs below:
1. Heat Stress
2. Hearing Conservation
3. Tag Out
4. Electrical Safety
(c) EAP/EAA will verify that Engineering Damage Control equipment meets
reference (e).
(d) Firefighting capability assessment is based on the absence of fire hazards, the
material condition of main propulsion and auxiliary space damage control equipment, repair locker
readiness, and the main space fire drill conducted by the underway repair organization.
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1. Items of Priority (IOP): IOPs are items that require outside repair, technical
assistance, or are repairable by ship’s force, but cannot be corrected during the limited duration of
an assessment. Some specific IOPs may include:
b. A technical problem exists or is discovered that the ship has not resolved.
3. Items of Concern (IOCs): IOCs include issues that do not fit into the IOP or
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Restrictive category but, in the opinion of the Senior Assessor, should receive command attention.
3. The ISIC will report completion of the “Safe to Start” assessment to the TYCOM
via naval message and include the Hot Plant Testing timeline and SOE. An ISIC representative
must be onboard to personally observe all starts of engines and generators and to verify their
operation is within required parameters. An example of the message is provided in Appendix B.
4. In the event that industrial work was accomplished to engines which require
certification from a certified inspector (Diesel Engine Inspector, Marine Gas Turbine Inspector,
Steam Generating Plant Inspector), an inspector is required to participate in the “Safe to Start”
assessment.
5. Early hot plant testing, regardless of result, does not preclude the requirement to
conduct a complete LOA.
6. Ship’s engineering leadership will ensure the following prior to operating any
equipment:
a. Affected space is free of flammable hazards and can be properly isolated. All
doors and hatches must be capable of being secured shut. Balanced Joiner doors are installed and operate
per applicable PMS.
c. Ship's At-Sea Fire Party and repair lockers manned per the ship’s Repair
Party Manual or other governing instruction.
d. All required support systems and safety devices have been validated and
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tested.
(a) Review completed and scheduled training to support minimum underway watch
qualifications for evolutions required during Sea Trials.
9. WTRP
11. Pre-Underway and Pre-Entering Port Checklists (Master Lists and each
Departmental List)
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2. Safety precautions
b. Magazine sprinklers
9. Shipboard doctrines
11. 3M system
13. Familiarity with operational reports such as Movement Report, Casualty Report,
DRRS-S, and voice/message communications procedures (oral interviews and practical
demonstration as feasible).
14. CSOSS
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(e) Verify the ship has maintained the required TORIS Mission Area FOM level (80%
or greater) during the maintenance period in the 3M, Anti-Terrorism, CYBER, Explosive Safety,
FSO-M, MOB-D, and Supply mission areas.
1. MOB-S Administration
2. Ship’s Bills
(h) Search and Rescue (SAR). The following areas will be assessed:
4. SAR Admin
(6) Step Six. Dock Trials. Dock Trials are conducted per reference (b), Volume II Part I,
Chapter 3, Appendix I.
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(a) Fast Cruise is conducted per reference (b), Volume II Part I, Chapter 3, Appendix J.
(b) The following conditions will be established to support Dock Trials and Fast Cruise:
2. All telephone lines, power lines, service connections, and brows will be
disconnected or removed with the exception of one phone line for official use only.
3. Provisions for discarding trash and garbage should be provided by the shipyard.
4. Additional drills and operations are at the discretion of the Commanding Officer.
6. Each underway section should be exercised in the evolutions that are normally
performed on a watch section basis.
8. Exercise the Low Visibility Detail with S&A and COND III watch teams.
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a. Fire
b. Collision
c. Flooding
d. Abandon Ship
h. Steering Casualty
k. Patient Transport
l. Helicopter Firefighting for Air-Capable Ships (ACS) (if MOB-A ARQ has
not been completed in last 30 days)
m. Flight Deck Fire Drill with Ordnance for Amphibious Assault Aviation
Ships (AAS) (if MOB-A ARQ has not been completed in last 30 days)
10. Set General Quarters including setting Material Condition of Readiness ZEBRA
and YOKE/MODIFIED ZEBRA.
12. Validate ability to support Communications Plan required for Sea Trials. Test as
many circuits as possible including Bridge-to-Bridge.
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15. Spot check storage and availability of spare parts and tools. Verify adequacy of
stores and provisions.
(a) KTR Sea Trials are conducted per ref (a), Volume II Part I, Chapter 3, Appendix K.
(b) All LOA IOPs, Restrictive, and IOCs have been addressed and all outstanding
material checks must have a plan for correction prior to commencing KTR Sea Trials.
4. Reporting Requirements
a. The TYCOM will send a READ-E 4 Report within five working days of completing all sub-
events (MRGHA, LOA, Crew Cert/Fast Cruise, Navigation Assessment, and Contractor Sea Trials)
per Appendix E Sample 20.
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b. EAP/EAA will transmit an LOA Report within five working days via naval message per
Appendix E.
d. The Squadron or Group Staff will transmit a Navigation Assessment Qualification Report
per reference (d).
e. The ship will transmit a Fast Cruise Completion message per reference (b), Volume II, Part
I, Chapter 3, Appendix AB.
a. The TYCOM will send a LCS READ-E 4 report within five working days of completing all
sub-events per Appendix E.
b. LCSRON ONE/TWO will transmit an LOA Report within 5 working days via naval message
per Appendix E.
c. The ship will transmit a Fast Cruise Completion message per reference (b).
(1) LOA. The LOA will be conducted by LCSRON ONE/TWO and the team may be
augmented by ISIC, ATG, or TYCOM Staff. The purpose of LOA is to ensure the ship is capable
of safely lighting off and operating its engineering plant prior to going to sea (Sea Trials included)
when exiting a CNO Availability or any significant maintenance period (120 days or greater in
length) or when the TYCOM deems it necessary. Per reference (b), the LOA must be a minimum
of 14 calendar days past the declared Production Completion Date (PCD). All engineering
programs must be established and fully functional to support light off and all Engineering damage
control equipment in place and operational. The ship must have an operational Repair 3 with 100
percent Allowance Equipage List (AEL) to support demonstration of a Main Space Fire Drill
(MSFD). Any missing AEL items for the second repair locker must be on order. If on-hull crew
has successfully completed MOB-E certification within 12 months of LOA, a MSFD demonstration
is not required. The ISIC will provide 5-15 days of in port training (MOB-E training) that will
assist the ship in successfully executing LOA.
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(2) Dock Trials and Fast Cruise. The ISIC will supervise the conduct of Dock Trials and a
Fast Cruise during a CNO maintenance availability in accordance with reference (b). The overall
objectives are to determine the crew’s preparation to safely take the ship to sea in a peacetime
environment. Dock Trials is an opportunity to demonstrate that equipment operates within
established standards, and Fast Cruise verifies the crew is ready and qualified to take the ship to sea
and simulates at-sea operating conditions. Equipment should be energized and operated as much as
possible. Only items that cannot be performed will be simulated. Dock Trials and Fast Cruise
requirements are contained in reference (b). The following conditions will be established to support
Dock Trials and Fast Cruise:
(b) All telephone lines, power lines, service connections, and brows will be disconnected
or removed with the exception of one phone line for official use only.
(c) The ship should be operated as if underway, simulating the various evolutions
required for safe operation of the ship.
(d) Each underway section should be exercised in the evolutions that are normally
performed on a watch section basis.
(3) Contractor (KTR) Sea Trials. Reference (b) requires that ships conduct KTR Sea Trials
following a maintenance availability as a final determination of the ship’s material readiness and
ability to rejoin the Fleet. All LOA IOPs, Restrictive, and IOCs have been addressed and all
outstanding material checks must have a plan for correction prior to commencing KTR Sea Trials.
2. Sub-events
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necessary for Basic Phase Training. Systems tested during READ-E 4 as part of LOA, Crew
Certification, or Contractor Sea Trials need not be tested again unless additional work is required or
the Senior Assessor deems the importance of the event to warrant additional testing. The Post-
Availability TSRA will be conducted per reference (f).
b. Mobility and Tactical Material Checks. Material Checks are conducted coincident to the
Post-Availability TSRA to ensure the ship systems are ready to support Basic Phase and follow-on
training. ATG will provide the oversight necessary to educate, train, and assess material readiness.
The same standards of readiness (PMS, technical manual, etc.) should be understood and applied by
the responsible agencies whether an event’s primary purpose is the Post-Availability TSRA,
Material Checks, or TYCOM Sea Trials. Material checks previously completed during FTA 1 or
after need not be redone unless there was a change in status since previously completion that will
affect Basic Phase training.
d. RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials. The RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials offer the opportunity to
demonstrate the basic requirements to conduct combat operations at sea. The results of KTR Sea
Trials may serve as the TYCOM required demonstrations. Ships will propose a three-day SOE
incorporating the following demonstrations to the TYCOM via the ISIC. Sample SOEs by ship
class are located at the TMIT website: https://cpf.navy.deps.mil/sites/cnsp/TMI. Day 1 will be
inport administration and underway minimum equipment checks (i.e. “Redlines”). Days 2-3 will be
underway drills and demonstrations, as listed on the Draft SOEs. The following areas will be
reviewed:
Note: To gain efficiencies and reduce redundancy, checks and events conducted as part of the
READ-E 4 may count toward those checks conducted for the RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials and may
not have to be re-demonstrated during the READ-E 5 for the purpose of satisfying the
RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials requirement; unless the Senior Assessor deems the importance of the
event/situation to warrant additional demonstration..
(a) 3M
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(o) Demonstrate operability of voice circuits (on air checks for all radios in all modes
and all crypto devices), all data links in all modes, CEC, and Networks (ISNS, ADNS, NIAPS,
CANES, CENTRIXS, GCCS-M, all switches and routers)
(p) Ballast and De-ballast (per SIB, Ship’s Ballast Instruction, EOP and PMS)
Note: If the Counter Measure Wash-Down demonstrated during the READ-E 4, per reference (b), is
not completely satisfactory, it will be re-demonstrated during the READ-E 5.
e. D-SAGT. All ships conducting a READ-E 5 will coordinate with PMS 339 to schedule and
execute a Deck-Self Assessment and Groom Training event. The objective of D-SAGT is to
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improve deck readiness by enabling self-sufficiency and critical self-assessment capabilities while
adhering to established standards and providing the ships with comprehensive, ship class specific
training materials that can be used for divisional training. The focus of D-SAGT is to improve
operator and maintainer level of knowledge of Deck Systems as well as material readiness, through
robust onboard training of self-assessment, operations, troubleshooting and maintenance for the
specific Deck systems and configurations of each individual ship. Additionally, D-SAGT may be
requested at any time during the OFRP if a ship determines it needs additional training to prepare
for a specific event or for general knowledge.
(1) Complete the Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey (ASCAS) or an Afloat Culture
Workshop (ACW). Completion is defined as a debrief of the survey or ACW results to the CO by
the survey provider or ACW lead facilitator. ASCAS may be set up independently by the ship on
short notice and completed within 2-3 weeks; ACW generally requires coordination with the
TYCOM ACW team a quarter in advance. Either must be completed by the end of RE 5, but may
be completed up to 2 months in advance of RE-5.
(2) These results and supporting recommendations will aid in determining where additional
focus may be required during the training and deployment phases to avoid mishaps and sustain
crew excellence. After the CO debrief, the results will be shared with the assigned CO Advisor
(only) for use and discussion during the Bridge Resource Management Workshop (BRMW).
3. Lead Organization. The lead organization for READ-E 5 execution is the TYCOM with support
from ATG, PMS 339, and the applicable RMC. The TYCOM with RMC and ISIC augmentation as
required will conduct TYCOM sea trials.
a. The notional duration is 4 weeks. The duration of READ-E 5 is dependent on the class of
ship and the intrusiveness of the CNO Availability. Ships with CNO Availabilities that last 6
months or longer will be provided 5 weeks. MCMs and PCs with CNO Availabilities less than 6
months will be provided 3 weeks. All other ship classes with CNO Availabilities less than 6 months
will be provided 4 weeks.
(a) TYCOM, ISIC, ATG and RMC confer to schedule required demonstrations and
other assessments.
(b) TYCOM promulgates system assessments and demonstrations list and schedules the
Post-Availability TSRA, Equipment Validation (generally concurrent to Post-Availability TSRA),
and TYCOM Sea Trials. The events should be concurrent to the maximum amount possible, noting
that TSRA is inport and Sea Trials are underway.
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(c) Working with the ISIC ship’s force will develop the detailed SOE, coordinate all
services, (e.g. targets for DTE demonstrations), operational areas, and NCEA for required
demonstrations.
Note: Live training is the preferred method of demonstration; however, if resources are not
available, simulator training may be used.
(d) Ship requests the Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey (ASCAS), or an Afloat
Culture Workshop (ACW). ASCAS is set up independently by the ship and may be completed
within 2-3 weeks; ACW generally requires coordination with the TYCOM ACW team a quarter in
advance.
(b) Senior Assessor and Event Coordinator identify expertise necessary to conduct
scheduled events.
(d) Senior Assessor holds pre-event coordination meeting with assessment teams’
coordinators and ship’s force representatives. The agenda includes, but is not limited to, a review of
the unit’s DRRS-S status, CASREPs, CSMP, and SOE, especially the Contractor and TYCOM Sea
Trials and Post-Availability TSRA SOE(s).
(e) A second pre-event coordination meeting may be required to adjust the schedule
based on the results of READ-E 4, especially the LOA and Contractor Dock & Sea Trials.
(a) READ-E 5 assessment teams travel to meet ship as necessary to embark for Post-
Availability TSRA, Equipment Validation, and TYCOM Sea Trials.
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(e) Underway checks and demonstrations completed during TYCOM Sea Trials.
(a) Assessment team reviews results and compiles report to identify recommendations
for work in next CMAV or Window of Opportunity (WOO). Repairs may also be identified that
require correction before mobility or tactical training.
(b) Senior Assessor reviews and approves report adding recommended additions to
ship’s training and readiness plans.
(a) Ship’s Maintenance Team compares READ-E 5 report to CSMP and availability
work package(s).
4. Reporting Requirements
a. The Senior Assessor will provide CNSP/CNSL N4 an in-stride status report at the end of
each day and a written report within 5 working days of completion. TYCOM will keep USFF, CPF,
and the appropriate Fleet Commanders apprised of TYCOM Sea Trials results.
5. LCS Readiness Evaluation 5 (LCS READ-E 5). LCS READ-E 5 is a TYCOM-led assessment
of the ship’s material readiness. Phase training. It is conducted following a CNO Availability and
its nominal duration is one month. READ-E 5 is comprised of five events: Post-Availability TSRA,
mobility and tactical Hull Material Certifications, CMAV, Safety Climate Assessment, and
RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials. Due to the scope of LCS READ-E 5, TYCOM will be responsible for
de-conflicting the various events. The notional duration of LCS READ-E 5 is 4 weeks.
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mobility and tactical material checks. Systems tested during LCS READ-E 4 as part of LOA, or
Contractor Sea Trials need not be tested again unless additional work is required or the Senior
Assessor deems the importance of the event to warrant additional testing. The Post-Availability
TSRA will be conducted per references (f) and (m).
b. Mobility and Tactical Hull Material Certifications. Mobility and Tactical Material
Certifications are conducted coincident to the Post-Availability TSRA to ensure the ship systems
are ready to support follow-on training and deployment. ISIC and ATG will provide the oversight
necessary to train and assess materiel readiness. Qualified assessors may certify equipment at any
point throughout LCS READ-E 5 ensuring the same standards of readiness (PMS, technical
manual, etc.) should be understood and applied by the responsible agencies whether an event’s
primary purpose is the Post-Availability TSRA, Material Checks, or TYCOM Sea Trials.
d. RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials. The RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials offer the opportunity to
demonstrate the basic requirements to conduct combat operations at sea. Ships will propose a
three-day SOE to the TYCOM via the ISIC. Sample SOEs by ship class are located at the TMIT
website: https://cpf.navy.deps.mil/sites/cnsp/TMI. Day 1 will be inport administration and
Underway minimum equipment checks (i.e. “Redlines”). Days 2-3 will be underway drills and
demonstrations, as listed on the Draft SOEs. The following areas will be reviewed:
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Note: To gain efficiencies and reduce redundancy, checks and events conducted as part of the
READ-E 4 may count towards those checks conducted for the RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials and may
not have to be re-demonstrated during the READ-E 5 for the purpose of satisfying the
RFSA/TYCOM Sea Trials requirement, unless the Senior Assessor deems the importance of the
event, situation to warrant additional demonstration.
1. 3M
6. Certification Status
7. Steering Gear
10. CSMP
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5. Precision Anchorage
6. Full Power
7. Quick Reversal
9. Anchor Drop
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(1) Complete the Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey (ASCAS) or an Afloat Culture
Workshop (ACW). Completion is defined as a debrief of the survey or ACW results to the CO by
the survey provider or ACW lead facilitator. ASCAS may be set up independently by the ship on
short notice and completed within 2-3 weeks; ACW generally requires coordination with the
TYCOM ACW team a quarter in advance. Either must be completed by the end of READ-E 5, but
may be completed up to 2 months in advance of READ-E 5.
(2) These results and supporting recommendations will aid in determining where additional
focus may be required during the training and deployment phases to avoid mishaps and sustain
crew excellence. After the CO debrief, the results will be shared with the assigned CO Advisor
(only) for use and discussion during the Bridge Resource Management Workshop (BRMW).
f. Assessment team will review results and compile report to identify recommendations for
work in next CMAV or Window of Opportunity.
h. The TYCOM will send a LCS READ-E 5 Report within five working days of completing all
sub-events.
i. The RMC will transmit a TSRA Completion message per reference (f).
2. Sub-events
a. MI SOE Dress Rehearsal. The MI Dress Rehearsal will be 2, 3, or 4 days depending on ship
class, and will emulate the INSURV MI SOE. MI SOE Dress Rehearsals will be conducted per the
INSURV Inspection Guides (IIG) and the INSURV Master Event Lists located at the INSURV
website (https://usff.portal.navy.mil/sites/insurv/inspections).
b. IH Survey. Following the MI SOE Rehearsal, the local Medical Treatment Facility
Industrial Hygienists will conduct a periodic IH Survey, per reference (g), to identify workplace
hazards, characterize risk, and develop appropriate controls to reduce hazards. The IH Survey lasts
approximately 1-2 days depending on ship class size.
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3. Lead Organization. The TYCOM is the lead organization for READ-E 6 execution. The
TYCOM will receive support from the Material Condition Assessment and Training Team
(MCATT), as well as the applicable ATG, IWTG, and Medical Treatment Facility. The TMIT will
designate the READ-E 6 Event Coordinator.
a. The notional READ-E 6 duration is 4 weeks with 2-3 days underway. The first week will
consist of a TYCOM MI SOE Dress Rehearsal and the remaining three weeks will be a
combination of Tier 2 Material Validation, IH Survey, and a CMAV. READ-E 6 will be conducted
no earlier than Week 15 of the Basic Phase.
(a) CNSP N45 / CNSL N44 (as appropriate) will assess the ship’s performance of the
MI SOE per reference (h) or (i) as applicable.
4. Reporting Requirements
a. The TYCOM will send a READ-E 6 Report within five working days of READ-E 6
completion.
b. The Medical Treatment Facility will provide an IH Survey Report per reference (g).
c. Ships will provide a READ-E 6 Follow-up Brief to the TYCOM within 10 working days.
Contact your TYCOM Readiness Code to schedule the brief.
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1. READ-E 7 MI SOE Revisit (if required) is a TYCOM-led assessment that focuses only on those
areas/events that were scored as “Significantly Below Average” (SBA) at READ-E 6. READ-E 7
consists of the following sub events: MI SOE Revisit, maintenance period, and (potentially)
INSURV MI. (Note. INSURV frequently leverages READ-E 7 periods to conduct INSURV MI
events—be ready!)
2. Sub-events
a. MI SOE Revisit. The MI SOE Revisit will address only those areas scored SBA during
READ-E 6. It will be coordinated by the TYCOM Material Inspection Team with assessment
assistance from the ISIC (if available). The revisit will be conducted per the INSURV Inspection
Guides (IIG) and the INSURV Master Event Lists located at the INSURV website
(https://usff.portal.navy.mil/sites/insurv/inspections).
3. Lead Organization. The lead organization for READ-E 7 is the TYCOM. If the Pre-
Deployment TSRA and / or Ballistic Missile Defense Readiness Assessment (BMDRA) is
scheduled during the READ-E 7 CMAV, RMC will be an additional participant. The TYCOM
(CNSP N45/CNSL N44) will designate the READ-E 7 Event Coordinator.
a. The notional READ-E 7 duration is 5-6 weeks. Ships will be afforded one week to execute
the MI SOE Revisit (if required), three to four weeks for maintenance (notional CMAV window),
followed by one week to execute the MI.
b. The order, composition, and length of each event will be determined based upon ship’s
schedule and the specific needs of each ship. The TYCOM READ-E 7 Event Coordinator will
confer with the ship and the ISIC immediately following an event score of “Significantly Below
Average” during a READ-E 6 to determine the optimal schedule of events for the READ-E 7
Revisit.
4. Reporting Requirements
a. The TYCOM will send a READ-E 7 Report within five working days of READ-E 7
completion.
b. Ships will provide a READ-E 7 Follow-up Brief to the TYCOM within 10 working days.
Contact your TYCOM Readiness Code to schedule the brief
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Chapter 7
1. Due to the unique wholeness concept of operations for LCS training and readiness, this section
directs the policy for LCS crew and hull training through their respective FRTP phases. Concepts
fundamental to LCS operations are identified and explained herein, including Blue/Gold crewing,
extended hull deployments, and the use of Test Ships and Training Ships.
2. Blue/Gold Crewing Concept. The Blue/Gold concept allows two crews to be permanently
assigned to a single ship with the personnel necessary to operate a single intended Mission
Package. Exchange of command between Blue and Gold Crews will occur every 4 to 5 months or
as operational commitments dictate. The length and frequency of crew rotations will be carefully
considered to minimize crew fatigue, support key hull readiness milestones, and provide crews
with sufficient operating time to maintain proficiency and hull familiarization.
3. Fleet Response Training Plan (FRTP). One hull and associated Blue/Gold crews will be paired
together for the 36-month cycle. LCS differs from traditional FRTPs in that hull certifications are
independent of crew certifications. Therefore, the hull and each crew likely will be in varying
phases throughout the cycle.
a. The hull FRTP is based on a 36-month maintenance cycle and generally mirrors that of the
fleet but with only four phases: Maintenance, Basic, Advanced/Integrated, and Deployment. The
Maintenance period includes a CNO Availability and a one-month shakedown. The remaining
phases encompass completion of hull and Crew Basic Phase (CBP) certifications, conduct of
INSURV MI, completion of Advanced and Integrated training, execution of a nominal 18-24-
month deployment, and preparation to enter the following Maintenance Phase.
(1) Maintenance Phase. The Maintenance Phase begins at the start of a Post Shakedown
Availability (PSA) or CNO Availability and ends after the ship successfully completes TYCOM
Sea Trials. During the Maintenance Phase, the ship and crew onboard will complete all required
materiel inspections, certifications, assessments and visits (ICAV) listed in Appendix B. Major
events include LCS READ-E4, READ-E 5, and C4I SOT. This phase typically lasts 6-8 months.
(2) Basic Phase. The Basic Phase begins following TYCOM Sea Trials during which
deploying crews will complete remaining hull and CBP certifications. Each crew will be allocated
a minimum of 6 weeks on-hull during this phase to certify 3M and familiarize themselves with the
operation of the deploying hull. Additional training may be conducted as required, and remaining
ICAV will be completed prior to the start of Advanced and Integrated training to include Diesel
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Engine Inspections, INSURV MI, and Pre-Deployment TSRA. SSRNM and PH CSAT may also
be completed during this phase. This phase typically lasts 4-6 months.
(3) Advanced/Integrated Phase. The required events for Advanced/Integrated Phase are
undergoing review. Further guidance will be promulgated via an Advanced Change Notice.
(4) Deployment. Deployment Phase begins when the hull is certified for deployment by
the NFC and ends upon return to Homeport. During this phase the ship executes deployment as
directed by USFFC/CPF and is otherwise available as an operational asset for Fleet tasking. This
phase typically lasts 18-24 months.
b. The crew FRTP consists of the following phases: Post-Deployment (PD) Sustainment,
Crew Basic, Advanced/Integrated, Deployment, and Inter-deployment (ID) Sustainment. An
example of how this is coupled with the Hull FRTP is shown in Figure 7-1.
(1) Crew Basic Phase. CBP encompasses the multiple on-hull and off-hull periods
following PD Sustainment leading up to Advanced Training. During this time, crews will execute
their Basic Phase Training plan with the support of the Training Ship. Training will be sequ enced
to maintain certification periodicity, provide relevant training at the appropriate time, and prepare
the crew for major FRTP milestones. In addition to training, sister crews will support each other
as they rotate on-hull to coordinate and execute the availability work package, conduct LCS
READ-E 4 and LCS READ-E 5, complete required ICAV in preparation for deployment, and
conduct INSURV MI. CBP ends upon certification of all Basic Phase mission areas and typically
lasts 12-18 months. Crews will execute the following supporting events during CBP.
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(b) Mariner Skills Week (MSW). The use of synthetic training to conduct MOB-N
certification events may preclude the integration of MOB-S certification events during Mariner
Skills Week as directed in Chapter 4. To achieve the intended holistic, team-oriented approach to
mariner skills development, LCS crews will instead integrate applicable MOB-N repetitive
exercises into underway MOB-S certification events.
(2) Advanced/Integrated Phase. Upon completion of CBP, crews will conduct Advanced
and Integrated training to progress individual unit warfare skill sets through multi-unit tactical
warfare training and achieve Deployment Certification.
(3) Deployment Phase. This phase occurs as crews rotate OCONUS and ends upon return
to homeport. Deployment rotations will be predicated on the overall hull deployment length and
operational requirements. During this period onboard training teams will conduct proficiency
training, drills, and RE completion. Within 45 days of returning to home port crews will conduct a
LCS READ-E 1 self-assessment of manning, schools, PQS, and watchbills to support follow-on
training. This phase typically lasts 4-5 months.
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(4) Inter Deployment (ID) Sustainment Phase. This phase begins upon return from initial
deployment and ends upon re-deployment. During this period crews will complete three weeks of
synthetic train in the LTF, and a two or three week on-hull sustainment period that will include
ISATT and SUSTEX as required by the NFC. At a minimum the crew will conduct proficiency
drills in the following mission areas: AT, MOB-E, MOB-D, FSO-M, COMMS, MOB-A, and
MOB-S either on hull, on the training ship, or in the LTF. An ISATT will be required if
redeployment of aviation detachment necessitates a validation of flight proficiency (i.e. a relieving
aviation detachment's first deployment with the crew). Up to one week of CO’s Time will be
available if all divisional training team criteria have been met. This phase typically lasts 4-5
months.
(5) Re-Deployment Phase. Within 45 days of returning to homeport crews will conduct a
LCS READ-E 1 self-assessment of manning, schools, PQS, and watchbills to support follow-on
training.
(6) Post Deployment (PD) Sustainment Phase. Upon return from their final deployment of
the current FRTP. Within 60 days of returning to home port, crews will conduct an ISIC led LCS
READ-E 3 and submit results to TYCOM. If a ship’s schedule does not permit execution of the
READ-E 3 prior to entering the Maintenance Phase, then the READ-E 3 will be conducted at the
earliest possible opportunity in the Maintenance Phase to prepare the ship for Basic Phase. This
phase marks the start of the FRTP and typically lasts 2 months.
4. The path to Deploying Crew certification throughout the FRTP can be summarized as follows:
c. Following CBP, deploying crews and assigned Aviation Detachments achieve Deployment
Certification by completing Initial Ship Aviation Team Training (ISATT), Surface Warfare
Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT), and required events in the Advanced/Integrated Phase. If
possible, these events will be conducted on the deploying hull by initial deploying crews
immediately prior to deployment, and on the Training Ship for fly-out crews.
d. While deployed, the crew will utilize onboard training teams to maintain proficiency by
executing drills and Repetitive Exercises (REs) as directed in Chapter 5. Crews will also conduct a
readiness self-assessment (LCS READ-E 1) outlined in Chapter 6 and report findings to
ISIC/TYCOM at least 45 days prior to returning from re-deployment.
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e. Crews conducting multiple deployments during their FRTP will execute inter-deployment
sustainment training consisting of a synthetic training in the LTF, and a SUSTEX if directed by
USFFC/CPF/C2F/C3F/C5F/C6F/C7F. Upon return from the final deployment, crews will execute
an ISIC led LCS READ-E 3, post-deployment sustainment training in preparation for the next
FRTP cycle’s upcoming CBP.
f. At any time during the FRTP, crews may request additional time on the training ship to
receive Limited Team Training, conduct proficiency drills, or execute CO’s Time.
5. The path to Test Ship Crew certification throughout the FRTP can be summarized as follows:
b. Test ship crews achieve CBP certifications by completing team training on hull, at
synthetic trainers (i.e. LCS Training Facility), or at alternate sites. Where possible, assessments
will be aligned to the notional cycle rather than a standardized periodicity. All attempts will be
made to ensure that re-certification occurs within each FRTP cycle not to exceed 36 months. Test
hulls will be manned with single crews.
c. The start of hull maintenance phase signals Test Ship crews to begin their CBP, completing
initial certifications during and immediately following a CNO availability.
d. Once a Test Ship Crew completes CBP, their sustainment will rely heavily on onboard
training teams to maintain proficiency by executing drills and Repetitive Exercises (REs)
throughout the FRTP. Crews will also conduct a readiness self-assessment (LCS READ-E 1),
outlined in Chapter 6, 12-15 months following initial certifications.
e. For the test ship, as operational tasking allows within 15-18 months of initial certifications,
a three-week LCSRON-led readiness assessment (LCS READ E-3) that includes the reviews of
LCS READ-E 1 results, PQS, watchbills, completion of LOKs, and the completion of proficiency
drills in the following mission areas: AT, MOB-E, MOB-D, FSO-M, COMMS, MOB-A, and
MOB-S. Following LCS READ E-3, a two-week sustainment rapid refresh will be completed at
the synthetic trainer (LTF), ensuring proficiency in MOB-N and Tier 2 mission areas.
6. The path to Training Ship Crew certification throughout the FRTP can be summarized as
follows:
b. Training Ship Crew achieve CBP certifications by completing team training DIVISION
assets (Training or Deploying hulls), at synthetic trainers (i.e. LCS Training Facility), or at
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alternate sites. To maintain the necessary training flexibility, training crews will maintain all
mission area certifications within a periodicity not to exceed 36 months. Training hulls will be
manned with single crews.
7. The path to hull certification throughout the FRTP can be summarized as follows:
a. Initial Hull Certifications will be accomplished by the on-hull crew during and immediately
following CNO availability.
b. A TYCOM-led assessment of the ship’s readiness to exit the Maintenance Phase (LCS
READ- E 4) to include: LOA, Dock Trials/Fast Cruise, and Contractor Sea Trials.
c. A TYCOM-led assessment of the ship’s material readiness (LCS READ-E 5) will include:
Post-Availability TSRA, Mobility and Tactical Equipment Validations, CMAV, and TYCOM Sea
Trials.
d. Upon successful completion of hull certifications, hull certifications will be granted for a
periodicity not to exceed 36 months.
8. New Construction Training. New construction training will ensure commissioning crews are
able to safely operate, and sail-around the ship.
a. Commissioning crews are required to complete training and certification in the following
areas prior to operational employment or sail-away of a new construction hull:
(1) AT*
(2) COMMS*
(3) FSO-M*
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(5) MOB-D*
(6) MOB-E. Only required to complete LOA onboard new construction hull.
(7) MOB-N
(8) MOB-S
(9) SAR*
b. New construction training is the responsibility of LCSRON ONE/TWO, with support from
ISIC and ATG as necessary. Certifications with the exception of MOB-E (LOA) may take place
on training ship, deploying hull, new construction hull, or via synthetic trainers.
9. Sustainment Training Concept. Once each crew completes its initial certifications, training
shifts to focus on sustainment throughout the rest of the FRTP cycle not to exceed 36 months. Off-
hull crews will be allocated time on the Training Ship to sustain mission areas, and shipboard
training teams will be formed by each crew to maintain proficiency during deployment. Inter-
deployment sustainment periods led by the Division will ensure crews remain proficient
throughout the deployment of the hull as crews rotate.
10. Crew Proficiency. Crews and/or hulls must maintain capability and proficiency throughout all
phases of the FRTP including after the hull returns from deployment. Crews will maintain a
TORIS Mission Area FOM of 80% across all mission areas. Crews specifically must maintain
3M, AT, CYBER, EXPSAF, FSO-M, MOB-D, and SAR by executing specified REs throughout
the FRTP. Crew Commanding Officers will establish organic training teams to conduct
proficiency training and drills without ISIC training team presence. REs will be conducted as
required or as Walk-Through/Talk-Through (WTTT) events. Requests for ISIC training team
personnel and training materials must be submitted via LTT request to the Division TLO.
a. Crews will utilize Stick Time which is a one to two-hour training period conducted at the
LTFs to conduct basic, integrated or non-integrated, bridge and/or combat system training at their
discretion (i.e. pier work, Detect-to-Engage Sequences, Firing Point Procedures, Underway
Replenishments, transits with light to moderate contacts, Basic Engineering Casualty Control
Exercises, etc.). Stick Time priority and scheduling is facilitated by COMLCSRON.
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(c) Shipboard Training Teams will be trained and certified by COMLCSRON ONE/TWO
Training Teams, Divisional Training Teams, or Training Ship Training Teams
11. Training and Deploying Crew Relationship. During inport and underway training periods
training ship COs will not relinquish command of their vessel. In the execution of individual,
team, and /or crew training, the Training Ship CO, retains all authorities and accountabilities for
the operation of the vessel under his assigned cognizance. The Commanding Officer (and his/her
crew) receiving training are watchstanders being trained/evaluated under the tutelage of the
Training Ship CO and crew. The CO and crew being trained/evaluated are guests aboard the
Training Ship, and are subordinate to the Training Ship CO. As such, while executing
training/evaluations involving operational permissions (enter/exit port, green range confirmation,
batteries release authority, etc.), those requests will flow through the trained/evaluated personnel
(to include the CO being trained/evaluated as applicable) and will ultimately be granted by the
Training Ship CO. As such, for training/certification events in which CO-level decisions/actions
are specifically evaluated events (i.e., ISATT/CERTEX), training/assessment of CO proficiency
will be made based upon the recommended actions the CO being trained/evaluated makes to the
Training Ship CO.
1. Each crew will progress through Basic Phase with the focus of training to certify watch teams
first with LCSRON/Division fulfilling the training team role. Once watch team (mission area)
certification (e.g. MOB-E) is achieved, the focus of LCSRON/Division training shifts to certify the
respective training team (e.g. ETT). Training Teams are evaluated on their assessment of one
watch team. Once training team certification is achieved, indicating that the ship demonstrated the
requisite level of knowledge and ability to self-assess and train, ships are authorized to conduct
Repetitive Exercises (REs) in that mission area. Once a ship completes watch team certification,
TYCOM will release a mission area certification message. Once the training team is certified,
TYCOM will release a mission area training team certification message. Once watch team and
training team certification is achieved and the Basic Phase Final Battle Problem is complete,
LCSRON/Division will send to TYCOM the ship’s Basic Phase Training Completion Report.
a. Transition from LCSRON/Division to Training Teams. The intent of the above training
strategy is to have external trainers (LCSRON, Division, ATG, CSCS, IWTG, etc.) provide
training to watchstanders and shipboard training teams to increase their training proficiency while
relieving undue administrative burdens and gaining efficiencies for the ship. LCSRON/Division
will develop the training scenarios, with minimal ship’s force acting as trusted agents, execute the
scenario for the watchstanders, and assess the event. Drill cold/hot check verification and any
required equipment operation will be conducted by qualified ship’s force personnel with
LCSRON/Division oversight. The intent of this policy is to make shipboard training teams more
effective throughout the FRTP by ensuring that they have watched and learned from
LCSRON/Division and other designated training representatives.
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(1) Prior to entering Basic Phase the ship will man all required training teams. Once
training team members are identified, LCSRON/Division and other designated training authorities
will work closely with shipboard training team members in preparing their ship for success
throughout Basic Phase.
(2) All training team members will receive the same theory and fundamentals, individual,
and watch team training that watchstanders receive. Training Team proficiency is expected to
improve during this progressive training, and training teams will be certified prior to exiting Basic
Phase. Training Team certification will be recommended by LCSRON/Division or designated
representative and granted by TYCOM.
1. Mission Area certification requires the crew to accomplish all CEs with a minimum score of 80
percent. Training and Operational Readiness Information Service (TORIS) will assist
TYCOM/LCSRON/Division/ATG in tracking mission area status through completion of mission
area training certification criteria. Initial CBP completion and summary of mission area
certifications are granted upon TYCOM message formally declares so via message.
2. Certification, Repetitive, and Advanced Exercises. The execution and grading of CEs, REs,
and AEs will be accomplished IAW guidance in chapter 5.
a. Commanding Officers will establish organic training teams utilizing designated subject
matter experts. Crews will self-assess their ability to maintain proficiency. ISIC will provide the
crews tailored drill packages and grading sheets to utilize in conducting REs. Crews will report
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completion to the Division N7 TLO. Division N7 will update TORIS with exercise completion
and ensure their visibility in Defense Readiness Reporting System-Strategic (DRRS-S).
b. LCSRON/Division training teams will assess and grade the crew’s proficiency during LCS
READ-E 3 exercises. ISIC will utilize tailored drill packages and grading sheets covering REs.
Divisional N7 will report completion and update TORIS accordingly and ensure their visibility in
Defense Readiness Reporting System-Strategic (DRRS-S).
Figure 7-2. Mission Area Basic Phase Categories and Executive Agents
Mission Area A M T A C
Maintenance and Material Crew Crew Crew Crew Crew
Management (3M) ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Anti-Submarine Warfare Mission Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Module (ASW) ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Anti-Terrorism (AT)
ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Air Warfare (AW)
ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Communications (COMMS)
ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Cyber Warfare (CYBER)
IWTG IWTG IWTG IWTG IWTG
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Electronic Warfare (EW)
ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Crew Hull Crew Hull Hull
Explosive Safety (EXPSAF)
ATG ATG ATG ATG ATG
Fleet Support Operations-Medical Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
(FSO-M) ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Intelligence (INT)
ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Mine Countermeasures Mission Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Module (MCM) ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Aviation (MOB-A)
ATG ATG ATG ATG ATG
Crew Hull Crew Crew Crew
Mobility Damage Control (MOB-D)
ISIC ISIC ISIC ISIC LCSRON
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Figure 7-2. Mission Area Basic Phase Categories and Executive Agents
(1) In cases where a crew does not meet requirements for minimum equipment, manning,
schools, or other requirement, the ISIC has the authority to authorize crew to proceed with further
training in that mission area.
(2) If the ISIC assesses that proceeding to the next event of Basic Phase training continuum
in that mission area will affect the training value and ultimately crew mission area proficiency, but
the ship and ISIC still desire to proceed with training, then the crew will send a policy exception
request via naval message to TYCOM via the ISIC for adjudication.
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Chapter 8
1. OVERVIEW
a. Purpose. To promulgate a general layout of responsibilities and guidance for the training
cycles of the Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB) class.
b. Discussion. As a continuously deployed platform, the ESB class is manned by two rotating
crews. The ship must maintain its certifications under both Blue and Gold crews accommodating
for both on and off-hull training.
c. Responsibilities by Entity. To provide guidance and delineate responsibilities for both the
military crew (MILCREW) and the civil service mariners (CIVMAR) serving aboard ESB class
vessels. Table-8-1 provides required mission areas with responsibilities for training of CIVMAR,
MILCREW, and embarked detachment personnel.
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Note 2: The overarching Required Operational Capabilities (ROC) mission area is Force
Health Protection (FHP). For the MILCREW this translates to medical FSO-M, and for the
CIVMAR crew this translates to SOH.
Note 3: Surface Rescue Swimmer (SRS) gear is inspectable upon completion of SAR school.
The MILCREW and any air detachment personnel will be responsible for providing certified
SRS’s. MSC will be responsible for shipboard SAR equipment.
Note 4: Only covers Small Caliber Arms Team (SCAT).
d. Guidance for Training. As directed by CNSP/CNSL, for the nine warfare areas controlled
and maintained by the MILCREW, Afloat Training Group (ATG) will be responsible for
conducting training, assessments, and certifications. SW and AT are combined into one warfare
area only for the ESB class. It is advised that the mission area certification events be spread across
the length of the 36-month window, so that not all certifications are approaching expiration at the
same time. In lieu of and until replaced by digital off ship replication of TORIS, ESB class will
report their training and certification status to their ISIC and ATG utilizing message template
Appendix E Sample 28. ATG Training Liaison Officer is responsible for updating TORIS based
on monthly ESB message input.
(b) Force Protection and Anti-Terrorism and Surface Warfare (AT/SW). CNSP/CNSL
will oversee the force protection and surface warfare training of the MILCREW. AT and SW will
be combined events that are certified by each crew every 36 months. Events will be conducted in
week-long periods. The first week will be conducted prior to rotating on-hull and will consist of
the A/T-1. Once on-hull, the crew will conduct their AS-1 with shipwide drills and training for all
duty sections consisting of small boat attack, active shooter, and bomb threat drills (AT CE-07, 08,
and 11). As a final certification event, the ship complete a one-day C-1 complete their AT and SW
warfare areas. Because ESB only has M2 .50 Caliber mounts as their primary means of self-
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defense, the SW Small Caliber Arms Team (SCAT) drill (CE-06) will be combined with the AT
Small Boat Attack Exercise (CE-07). The shipboard training teams will conduct LOKs for both
CSTT and ATTT, and the warfare leads will provide administrative documentation and an AEL
review on-hull for both warfare areas prior to certification.
(d) Explosive Safety (EXPSAF). EXPSAF Certification is a crew and hull cert, each
crew must achieve certification for the hull they operate. ATGLANINST/ATGPACINST 3502.3
Appendix J (AMTAC) provides ships the ability to receive certification from two or three events
(T/M or AS) vice five. Each crew must complete a Training (T) event every 36 months. If a crew
has achieved certification on a separate hull (within 36 months) the crew can receive certification
for the new hull (identified as an AS) by completing the following portions of the NOSSA
functional guides to receive certification recommendation: Program 1 – Administration;
Qual/Cert, HERO/EMCON, Program 6 – (MHE) Industrial Material Handling Equipment;
(Entire program), Program 12 – Arms Ammunition and Explosive Physical Security; (Entire
program), Program 13 – Ammunition Management Afloat; (Inspection Indicator Program).
Otherwise the ship must request an (A/T/M) Admin/Training/Material event. If the ship does not
receive certification during an M event then an (AS) event would need to be scheduled. Only the
crew that is present for an event will receive certification recommendation. Documentation
provided by NOSSA during a SESI validation cannot be used for certification.
(e) Medical (FSO-M). Each crew will complete the SOH and FSO-M certification
every 36 months. Except for crew specific line items (Training, individual qualifications, etc.), the
applicable SOH documentation and records will remain on-hull while each crew turns over. ATG
will conduct sustainment training during each off-hull period with the crew’s assigned Independent
Duty Corpsman and Junior Hospital Corpsman. The crew will conduct T-1 off-hull with ATG.
Once on-hull ATG will conduct the A-1, M-1, AS-1, and C-1.
(f) Aviation (MOB-A). MOB-A certification will be maintained by each crew within a
36-month periodicity. Similar to L-Class ships, ESB-class ships will have an active Aviation
Training Team (ATT) who will be required to take LOKs prior to certification in MOB-A. Due to
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the four month off-hull periods MOB-A RE Resets will be conducted during crew turnover in
order to maintain proficiency and verify the readiness of the off-hull flight deck watch team.
There will be a designated underway period in order to perform the aforementioned resets. During
the off-hull period prior to expiration, the crew will conduct their A-1 and T-1 with ATG in a
classroom setting. During and following crew turnover, ATG will conduct the M-1, T-2, AS-1, C-
1 on-hull. If available MOB-A certification may be conducted on a like-hull in CONUS with
TYCOM approval. Prior to completing their MOB-A certification, Naval Air Systems Command
(NAVAIR) will conduct Aviation Certification (AVCERT) in accordance with enclosure 16 of
COMNAVSURFPAC/COMNAVSURFLANT 3700.1A.
(g) Search and Rescue (SAR). Certifications and evaluations will be conducted with
the off-hull MILCREW SRS in CONUS. SAR certification is held independently by both crews.
Crew certification for SAR will last for 36 months from the date of certification. Swimmer
evaluations will last for 24 months from the date of the last evaluation. When certification or
evaluation is required all SRS gear must travel with its respective swimmers. Individual SAR
swimmers are responsible for the proper maintenance of their equipment. If requested, ATG
support is available during the off-hull periods for inspections of swimmers’ SRS equipment.
COMSC is responsible for shipboard SAR missions; shipboard equipment will not be inspected or
certified by ATG assessors.
(h) Supply (SUP). SUP certification will be a hull-cert completed every 18 months.
While in CONUS the crew that will demonstrate certification will conduct A-1. Once on-hull the
crew will conduct T-1, T-2, and C-1 in theatre. For sustainment purposes the non-certification
crew will conduct classroom training with ATG while off-hull.
(2) Level of Knowledge (LOK) Exams. The ship, through coordination with ATG, will
take LOKs to determine the proficiency of their Aviation Training Team (ATT), Antiterrorism
Training Team (ATTT), and Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT) in conjunction with their
final AT, COMMS, MOB-A, and SW certification events. All members, as delineated on the
ship’s provided training team watchbills, are required to take LOKs, prior to the commencement of
their certification events. Every member of each training team is required to score 80% or higher
on their LOKs in order to continue to their certification. After three attempts without scoring an
80% or higher, the individual must conduct remediation with the CO prior to reattempting further
LOKs.
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4. CE-04 Conduct First Aid Drills (11 wounds) (Condition I/III: 11 wounds crew)
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Note: The emergency lighting provided for the BDS requires only proof that it can be illuminated
for completion of line-items CE02.04 and CE06.01.
(g) Search and Rescue (SAR) (CREW). CE-01 Conduct SAR Certification (Per CNSP-
CNSL 3130.2 . Min Two Rescue Swimmers)
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(3) Applicable Repetitive Exercises (RE frequencies and notes specified in Chapter 5)
(d) Explosive Safety (EXPSAF). RE-01 Conduct Ship’s Explosive Safety Self
Assessment (SESSA) using the NOSSA SESI Program Evaluation Guides.
Note: Must maintain an 80% TORIS Mission Area Figure of Merit at all times.
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(g) Search and Rescue (SAR). RE-01 Review Search and Rescue Surface Ship
Evaluation Checklist
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4. RE-04 Audit Food Service Records and Returns (Monthly Food Service
records)
5. RE-05 Audit Retail Operations Records and Returns (Retail Operations records
to include a review of each accounting period)
(1) COMNAVSURFPAC/COMNAVSURFLANT
(a) Review and approve unit level certification recommendations made by ATG.
(b) Review and prescribe corrective actions in response to End of Mission Reports
(EOMRs) made by ATG.
(2) ATG
(a) Conduct mission area assessment visits at the ship’s forward-deployed location
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Chapter 9
Ref: (a) OPNAVINST 5530.14, Navy Physical Security and Law Enforcement
Manual
(b) OPNAVINST 3501.93F
(c) N95-NTSP-X-00-8301B, Navy Training System Plan for the Cargo Offload and
Discharge System (COLDS)
(d) NTTP 3-02.1M/MWCP 3-31.5, Ship to Shore Movement
(e) Safe Engineering and Operation (SEAOPS) Manual
(f) NTTP 3-02.3M/MCWP 3-32, Maritime Prepositioning Force Operations
(g) NTRP 3-02.14.1 Navy Support Element Maritime Pre-Positioning Force Operations
(Seaward)
(h) FXP 5, Amphibious Warfare (AMW) Exercises
(i) Safe Engineering and Operation (SEAOPS) Manual for Landing Craft, Air Cushion
(LCAC)
(j) BMU-HNDBK-5400.1A, Beach Master Handbook
1. Purpose
a. To promulgate training for Naval Beach Group (NBG) component commands in support of
the Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP) and Naval Surface Force continuous state of readiness.
All NBG 1 and 2 component commands will complete unit level training, assessment, and
certification in accordance with this chapter.
2. Training Philosophy
a. NBG unit level training philosophy outlined in this chapter ensures training standards and
exercises are aligned with the current Surface Force policy that is founded on a continuum of
education, training, and assessment throughout the Fleet Readiness Training Plan (FRTP). Section
909 defines Certification Exercises (CEs), Repetitive Exercises (REs), and Advance Exercises
(AEs).
(1) For NBG component commands, CEs are conducted during unit level training, prior to
shifting OPCON/TACON to the amphibious squadron (PHIBRON)/ship/unit. CEs must be
assessed and graded by NBG Training and Readiness Department (N7). At the conclusion of the
Basic Phase and successful completion of Final Battle Problem, the unit/detachment will be
designated as Ready For Tasking (RFT). A designation of RFT identifies unit/detachment as
either ready to continue training with their assigned amphibious ship or declared ready to deploy in
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support of higher authority. Exceptions to this policy apply to Forward Deployed Naval Forces
(FDNF).
(2) REs are conducted by the units following mission area certification in order to maintain
proficiency in each mission area. The unit will self-assess their ability to successfully demonstrate
these exercises. NBG will periodically observe and assess REs at the discretion of the
Commander, Naval Beach Group (CNBG).
(3) For CONUS units, AEs are normally conducted during the Sustainment Phase
following mission area certification. These exercises are conducted as integrated events with
multiple warfare areas and will be scheduled, coordinated, and assessed by NBG or a designated
representative.
b. The NBG Communications Department (N6) will review each subordinate command under
the Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Collaboration, Intelligence Surveillance,
and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) operational concept. This includes all communications in the form
of voice and data that will allow the sharing of essential real-time operational information affecting
operational planning and dynamic planning of Maritime-Prepositioning Force (MPF) and Joint
Logistics Over-the-Shore (JLOTS) support. All NBG component commands are responsible for
adhering to applicable Fleet Communications directives, the Maintenance, Material and
Management (3M) program; the proper handling of Cryptographic Controlled Items (CCI)
equipment/material, Communication Security (COMSEC), personnel/physical security
instructions, and notices.
(1) Below are applicable references that pertain to the above; this is not an exhaustive list
and additional references may be applicable in certain circumstances.
(a) NBG Training Team Drill Card Demonstrate Communication proficiency and
procedures for LCAC, LCU, and BMU
(g) Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (per PMS MIP Series 4413/012)
(h) AN/SRC-54 SINCGARS Radio System (per PMS MIP Series 4415/040)
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(k) SECNAV Manual 5510.36 of June 2006 (Department of the Navy Information
Security Program)
(l) SECNAV Manual 5510.30 of June 2006 (Department of the Personnel Security
Program)
(n) CMS-3 DON COMSEC Material System (CMS) Central Office of Record (COR)
Audit Manual (01JUL19)
(o) CMS-7 Select Vault Accounts Policy and Procedures Manual (01JUL19)
901. Responsibilities
a. Monitor and provide overall supervision for the conduct of each assigned unit’s progress
throughout the training cycle and participates in selected evolutions.
c. Assists the respective CO’s of the NBG component commands in the coordination of
certification events, to include scheduling assistance, and act as the Senior Assessor during the
Final Battle Problem.
d. Approve the respective CO’s tailored training plans for the conduct of unit specific training
or integrated requirements, as applicable.
e. Upon completion of all Basic Phase training requirements grant required certifications of
assigned units, using the specific evaluation criteria provided in this Chapter.
f. Review and approve training requirements and plans of assigned units and monitor their
execution. Coordinate unit requests for training and scheduling of unit visits.
g. Continuously monitor individual unit certification status and ensure a plan to ‘recertify’ is
submitted at least 90 days prior to any certification expiration.
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h. Approve unit scheduling, coordinate schedule requests through the chain of command and
quarterly fleet scheduling conferences, and monitor Basic Phase training exercise completion.
Ensure unit scheduling of integrated and sustainment training phases does not conflict with
Maintenance and Basic Phase.
b. Brief NBG on the NSE detachment readiness to commence Basic Phase events. The brief
will notionally occur no later than 45 days prior to the start of Basic Phase. At a minimum, this
brief will contain personnel shortfalls, material issues, embedded training concerns, and any other
issues that may impact training.
c. Maintain the REs specified in this instruction. To this end, the CO will frequently (at least
monthly) review and update the unit’s training plans to ensure continuous readiness throughout the
projected employment schedule.
d. At D-60, prior to deployment, the CO will brief NBG on the pre-deployment status of their
respective deploying team. This brief will discuss any personnel or pack up kit (PUK) shortfalls
IAW local commands pre-deployment checklists.
f. Use every opportunity to achieve and maintain unit proficiency by effective use of training
devices and simulation.
g. Aggressively prepare unit systems and personnel for scheduled training events, including
the accomplishment of all prerequisite training and systems level tests, if required.
h. Evaluate and report primary and secondary mission area training readiness by:
(1) Establish and form training teams.
(2) Reporting status of training and readiness as they relate to ability to conduct MCO via
the CO’s assessments in DRRS-S throughout all phases of OFRP and use criteria for individual
exercises during subsequent unit level training.
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(3) Requesting and reporting equivalence for an exercise when, in the CO’s judgment, the
exercise in question is adequately represented by the equivalency and the objectives of the exercise
are met.
(4) Ensuring timely and accurate reporting of the unit's exercise accomplishments and
mission area training readiness.
(5) Ensure internal administration of training in the command is well organized and
maintained. The use of available programs such as NTMPS/FLTMPS, and NRRE are required.
i. Monitor school missed training opportunities for assigned units and take appropriate action
based on circumstances.
a. Normally a commissioned Officer, will assists the Executive Officer in the formulation and
administration of the unit training program.
c. Prepare, issue and maintain training schedules after the PB4T has outlined the
requirements.
f. Maintain a data base by creating and distributing data cards for all training and assessment
events and ensuring local tracking of results upon completion.
h. Maintain the unit’s formal school requirements program, coordinate school quota
requirements, and continuously track critical NECs and school completion.
i. Train crew on the benefits, capabilities and access to Navy Career Tools to include:
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k. Attend CNBG sponsored quarterly Training Officer and School Coordinator meetings (if
applicable).
l. Maintain login/password access to the ATG Toolbox and Training and Operational
Readiness Information Services (TORIS) Fleet View 4.0 to ensure training tools and guidance is
current.
1. Overview. The Naval Reserve consists of ready, standby, and retired reservists. Reservists in
a pay status are called Selected Reservists (SELRES). SELRES are organized into units with
specific mobilization billets, generally onboard active commands (gaining commands) or as stand-
alone units. Training of those units not assigned to Naval Reserve Force (NRF) Units may be
accomplished at Reserve Centers or Readiness Commands, onboard active Units or at the gaining
command site, or as directed by higher authority during weekend Inactive Duty Training (IDT)
periods and/or two-week Annual Training (AT) periods. The establishment of a close working
relationship between the parent command and their naval reserve unit(s) is required to maximize
readiness for mobilization.
2. Training Philosophy. A primary objective in the training of the SELRES is the integration of
individuals and units with their active duty counterparts. This integration permits the SELRES to
perform the same or similar functions as those personnel assigned to active duty and enhances
their ability to perform their assigned mission when mobilized. To the maximum extent possible,
COs should work to foster a close working relationship with their counterpart reserve units by
frequently communicating with them, coordinating the embarkation/debarkation of reserve unit
personnel, and developing tailored training programs designed to optimize limited reserve active
duty training and personnel qualification opportunities. To achieve these goals, COs must
recognize the inherent limitations of the Reserve training environment and develop innovative
programs to overcome these limitations. Stand-alone reserve units will work in close coordination
with their ISICs and supported/ supporting commanders.
(1) Inactive Duty Training (IDT) is accomplished two days per month, usually on the
weekend; Annual Training (AT) is accomplished two weeks per year.
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(2) Training for individual reservists must be sequenced, well-orchestrated, well defined,
and must account for inherent problems of discontinuity. Close coordination and liaison between
the NRF Unit CO, Executive Officer (XO), Training Officer and the reserve unit SELRES
Coordinator and Administrator are essential to a successful reserve training program. Remember
that SELRES are members of the command and most of these individuals have extensive previous
active duty experience.
b. Personnel Qualifications (NRF Units). NRF unit CO are to assign all primary crew
SELRES to Condition I and III watch stations. SELRES will use PQS to train for final
qualifications in these watch stations. Qualification time lines are as assigned by the CO,
commensurate with drill and annual training time available, present unit's employment, prior
active duty, and PQS qualifications documented in FLTMPS/NTMPS. Once PQS qualified for
their Condition I and III assignments, SELRES may undertake other PQS, such as in port watch
stations and ESWS. General DC and 3M qualifications should be accomplished early in the
SELRES' tour of duty in conjunction with initial Condition I and III watch station PQS. This
watch station assignment/job accomplishment policy applies only to the NRF primary crew
SELRES and not to the SELRES who perform one-time annual training in support of fleet
operations.
c. Annual Training (AT). AT may include in port or underway training based on Unit
operating schedules. Training should be tailored to the circumstances at hand. If the entire AT
period is in port and the unit is undergoing major maintenance, the use of shore based training
facilities and/or other units for equipment operation and watch station training is encouraged. Unit
schedules will reflect the particular unit's employment as Naval Reserve Training (NRT) for
underway training or Reserves Embarked (REM) for in port training.
d. Other SELRES training. All reservists are tasked to meet the requirements of their billet-
specific Individual Training Plan (ITP). In addition, gaining Commands will ensure that ea ch
reserve unit receives real-world tasking (either peacetime contributory support or mobilization
readiness) in support of their mission, to the fullest extent possible. Stand-alone units will
maintain their unique level of expertise consistent with unit mission and current funding.
a. The specified wartime mission for NRF units requires that training requirements remain the
same as for active duty counterparts to provide a benchmark for measuring the actual status of
NRF readiness. Training objectives for NRF units are designed with the unique manning
capabilities of these units considered.
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a. NRF units are generally tasked with the same training requirements as their active duty
counterparts. However, due to limited days underway with selected reservists embarked and
limited availability of inport trainers, these units may experience training degradation beyond their
control. Accordingly, NRF units may complete the advanced unit phase of training without
achieving M1 readiness (trained to undertake a fulltime mission) in all primary mission areas.
Reservists should strive to achieve the highest readiness rating possible during their training
opportunities.
903. Training Process within the Fleet Response Training Plan (FRTP) Phases
Note: The following applies to units operating under the Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP)
construct. FDNF Beach Group Units are exempt.
1. Maintenance Phase
b. Safety Climate Assessment. All NBG component commands will conduct a Safety
Climate Assessment prior to the end of their Maintenance Phase.
(1) Complete the Afloat Safety Climate Assessment Survey (ASCAS) or an Afloat Culture
Workshop (ACW). Completion is defined as a debrief of the survey or ACW results to the CO by
the survey provider or ACW lead facilitator. ASCAS may be set up independently by the ship on
short notice and completed within 2-3 weeks; ACW generally requires coordination with the
TYCOM ACW team a quarter in advance. Either must be completed by the end of Maintenance
Phase, but may be completed up to 2 months in advance of Maintenance Phase completion.
(2) These results and supporting recommendations will aid in determining where
additional focus may be required during the training and deployment phases to avoid mishaps and
sustain crew excellence.
2. Basic Phase
a. Unit level mission area certification periodicities are based on the OFRP cycle and will
vary in length for each unit. Deploying detachments will participate in the FRTP with the ARG
they are attached to. The FRTP portion of the cycle is notionally 10 months with 5.5 months
dedicated to the Basic Phase. The commencement of the Basic Phase is defined in the detachment
workup cycle schedule.
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b. Mission area certification requires the unit to successfully complete all CEs found in
Section 909.
c. The unit Training Officer and designated NBG N7 representative will track progress during
the Basic Phase.
d. Upon completion of all required mission area certifications and completion of the Final
Battle Problem, NBG will submit a completion message to the deploying PHIBRON Commander.
3. Integrated Phase. The Integrated Phase is normally conducted as part of the ARG or ship/unit
that the detachment is attached to and is not an independent event coordinated or assessed by
NBG. AEs that are listed in Section 909 should be accomplished during this phase, if the schedule
permits, and will be coordinated and assessed by NBG.
4. Sustainment Phase
a. During the Sustainment Phase, units are required to maintain proficiency utilizing the REs
listed in Section 909. The Commanding Officer (CO) of each NBG component command will
ensure that a comprehensive unit level training plan is developed, executed, and managed per the
requirements of this chapter. Additionally, in order to maintain proficiency in integrated
operations, AEs will be conducted during this phase.
b. REs are tracked per detachment. COs must ensure that the appropriate training is given to
maintain proficiency regardless of detachment composition.
c. Due to the unique nature of the Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF) mission, Naval
Beach Unit Seven (NBU-7) Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC), Landing Craft Utility (LCU) and
the Beach Party Team (BPT) will be three distinct detachments for proficiency training and RE
tracking.
d. All NBG component commands will undergo a Sustainment Phase Training and PQS
Evaluation, conducted by TYCOM and NBG-1/2. NBG will coordinate with unit Training
Officers and TYCOM N7 in scheduling the evaluation once per OFRP Sustainment Phase. This
evaluation is notionally three days. The final report will be submitted to TYCOM N7 NLT two
days, upon completion of evaluation.
a. Overview. The goal of the Basic Phase for CONUS units is to maintain material readiness
and achieve watch stander/watch team proficiency in all Mobility and Unit Tactical mission areas.
The Basic Phase focuses on completion of unit level training requirements as listed in this chapter,
which include adherence to material standards, watch station/watch team training (onboard/the
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beach and/or at a schoolhouse), and unit level exercises inport/underway. Units must successfully
complete required FRTP unit level inspections, qualifications, certifications, schools, and
assessments. Unit level proficiency and the creation of a sustainable culture of learning and self-
assessment are the goals of the Basic Phase.
b. General guidelines for Basic Phase certification are based on the expected mission of the
unit/detachment. The most common missions for the NBG component commands are specifically
addressed in this chapter. Variations to the Basic Phase certification requirements are listed in
Section 903.
c. Preparation for Basic Phase Training. All watchstanders need to be familiar with
governing documents prior to the start of Basic Phase training:
(4) Applicable directives from higher authority (NAVDORM, Wet Well Manual, etc.)
d. Mission area certification requires the unit/detachment to accomplish all CEs with a score
of 80% (85% for 3M) or higher. Basic Phase completion and a summary of mission area
certifications will be granted by NBG formally via naval message. Unit/detachment must
demonstrate proficiency by successfully completing mission area CEs as specified in Section 909.
e. In the event the required level of proficiency cannot be demonstrated in all mission areas,
the unit CO may request a waiver to NBG. Waiver recommendations will include justification and
future operational impact.
f. The Basic Phase training strategy begins with theory and fundamentals of training, which
graduates to watch stander/watch team operations training until the unit/detachment is ready to
demonstrate a certification level of proficiency. Each phase of training is dependent on the skills
learned in the previous phase. The unit/detachment will not advance to the next phase until all
standards are met.
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(3) T2 Beach Integrated Training Exercise (BITE) The primary mission of the NBG in
the Assault Echelon is to support CATF and CLF in moving troops, equipment, and supplies
ashore. The BITE is Advanced Exercise that will provide coordinated training in all primary
mission capabilities, CNBG staff training in command and control, and training/evolution of any
other predetermined capability. This event will be a quarterly operation that will be briefed to
CNBG 48 hours prior to the evolution. This event will involve the NBG detachment, to include
Amphibious Construction Battalions (ACB) watercraft and vehicles. Officer conducting the
exercise will be NBG and the OTC will rotate from command to command. The specific
capabilities required to be observed will be identified prior to the start of the BITE and
promulgated by NBG. The observed evolutions/drills and exercises will be derived from the
requirements detailed in Section 909. The following capabilities will, as a minimum, be exercised
when the schedule and environmental conditions allow:
1. Ship-to-shore movement
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(4) C1 Final Battle Problem is an assessment and qualification event. It will require
knowledge level and proficiency within the given mission area through the completion of CEs.
Upon successful completion of the Basic Phase, units/detachments are designated as a NBG
detachment unit Ready For Tasking (RFT). Units will utilize organic training teams to sustain
proficiency across all mission areas for their respective detachments.
a. A1/M1. All self-assessment checklists will be complete and available to NBG assessors on
day one of the inspection. NBG will review the checklists and conduct spot checks to determine
readiness. Additionally, the respective COs will have confirmed that each of their detachments is
ready to transition to watch team training. This confirmation will be made via email from the unit
CO to the CNBG prior to the start of this phase. The objectives of this phase are:
(1) Conduct basic administrative/material review of each unit based on the requirements
identified.
(2) Inspect Personal Gear Issue, Combat equipment and CBR gear.
(3) Debrief the participating detachment’s component command following the NBG
assessment.
b. T1 SITE. This is a fundamental training event that will focus on operator/maintainer skills.
This phase will be accomplished throughout the training cycle for all NBG component commands
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and will not be specifically assessed by NBG during the prescribed training period. Each NBG
component command will explore every opportunity to work with each other during this training
phase. A SOE will be provided to NBG that will encompass required CEs that will get the
detachment ready for T2 BITE.
c. T2 BITE. This phase will be series of beach landings and events to build proficiency
between component commands. The exercise dates for this block will be scheduled by NBG and
be promulgated via Naval Message Traffic. The objectives of this phase are:
(1) Conduct integrated beach operations to build proficiency within the deploying
detachment.
(2) Execute the CEs identified with NBG observers so that feedback can be provided prior
to C1 FEP.
d. C1 FEP. This phase will consist of integrated planning, operations, and execution of beach
landings based on real world scenarios. The exercise dates for this phase will be scheduled by
NBG and be promulgated via Naval Message Traffic. The objectives of this phase are:
(1) Validate the deploying detachment’s ability to conduct the full spectrum of beach
landing and operations.
3. Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) Detachment Requirements. At D-365, NBG ARG deployers
will be identified by craft, crews, and detachments. This list will be submitted to NBG for review.
Training will notionally begin at least 365 days prior to deployment. NBG will certify deploying
ARG detachments, utilizing the Administrative Material Training Certification approach discussed
above. The objective is to exercise and evaluate mission essential capabilities to ensure the ARG
detachment is prepared to operate as an integrated group prior to chopping to the PHIBRON
Commander. ACB small craft coxswains and crew members will be integrated into the deploying
ARG training cycle in order to maintain proficiency.
a. Pre-Training Visit (PTV) brief will be conducted at NBG headquarters. This brief will be
attended by unit’s CO, XO, Operations Officers, Training Officers, DET OICs, LCPOs and Team
Trainer/Team Lead (TT/TL). The PTV will incorporate all ASA Checklists, training, certifying
events and the notional training cycle schedule required to be observed during the Basic Phase.
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The observed CEs will be based on the expected mission skillset requirements and derived from
the requirements detailed in Section 901.
b. A1/M1. All self-assessment checklists will be completed and available to NBG assessors
on day one of the inspection. NBG will review the checklists and conduct spot checks to
determine readiness. Additionally, the respective COs will have confirmed that each of their
detachments is ready to transition to watch team training. This confirmation is made via email
from the unit CO to the CNBG prior to the start of the training cycle. The objectives of A1/M1
are:
(2) Inspect Personal Gear Issue, Combat equipment and CBR gear.
c. T1 SITE. This is a fundamental training event that will focus on operator/maintainer skills.
This block will be accomplished throughout the training cycle for all NBG component commands
and will not be specifically assessed by NBG during the prescribed Basic Phase. Each command
will explore every opportunity to work with each other during this training phase. A SOE will be
provided to NBG that will encompass required CEs that will get the detachment ready for phase
T2.
d. T2 BITE. This phase will be a series of beach landings and events based on real world
scenarios to build proficiency between component commands. An ATFP assessment and
Navigation Check Ride will be conducted during this phase. The exercise dates is scheduled by
NBG and will be promulgated via Naval Message Traffic. The objectives of this phase are:
(1) Conduct integrated beach operations to build proficiency within the deploying
detachment.
(2) Execute the CEs identified with NBG observers so the feedback can be provided prior
to C1.
e. C1 Final Battle Problem. This phase will consist of integrated planning, operations, and
execution of beach landings based on real world scenarios. The exercise dates for this phase will
be scheduled by NBG and will be promulgated via Naval Message Traffic. The objectives of this
phase are:
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(1) Validate the deploying detachment’s ability to conduct full spectrum of beach landings,
offload/onload, salvage, medical, and command and control operations.
5. Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF). NBG will conduct MPF training and operations in
accordance with reference (b). Capabilities to conduct MPF operations is similar to the
ARG/MEU systems and personnel skill sets to include LCAC, LCU, and BPT. Unique to MPF
operations is the addition of ACB capability to which includes personnel to operate and maintain
the Improved Navy Lighterage System (INLS) and Amphibious Bulk Liquid Transfer System
(ABLTS). The training cycle and operational tempo for the ACB does not align with the Fleet
Response Training Plan (FRTP), which includes the ARG and Naval Support Element (NSE)
detachments. As such, there is no certification requirements for the ACBs. In order to mitigate the
non-alignment of ACB with an ARG/MEU work-up cycle, and to ensure a combat readiness, the
ACBs will conduct basic level training at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group (EWTG), unit
level sustainment training, and advanced qualification training with INLS and ABLTS in
homeport. Periodicity of this training will align with Fleet and or Joint exercises to include at a
minimum, a MPF exercise at least every two years. Specifically:
a. A1/M1. All self-assessment checklists will be complete and available to NBG assessors on
day one of the inspection. NBG will review the checklists and conduct spot checks to determine
readiness. Additionally, the respective COs will confirm that each of their detachments is ready to
transition to watch team training. This confirmation will be made via email from the unit CO to
CNBG prior to the start of this phase. The objectives of this phase are:
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(2) Inspect Personal Gear Issue, Combat equipment and CBR gear.
b. T1 SITE. This phase will consist of integrated planning, operations, and execution of beach
landings as part of Fleet and Joint exercises. The exercise dates for this phase is scheduled by
NBG and will be promulgated via Naval Message Traffic.
c. T2 BITE. This phase will be a series of beach landings and events to build proficiency
between component commands. The exercise dates for this phase is scheduled by NBG and will
be in conjunction with a scheduled MPF exercise. The objectives of this phase are:
(1) Conduct actual beach operations and begin integration of deploying detachment.
(2) Exercise all required CEs identified during the scheduled MPF exercise with NBG
observers. Feedback will be consolidated and applicable lessons learned implemented prior to the
next MPF exercise that will act as C1.
d. C1 Final Battle Problem. This phase will consist of integrated planning, operations, and
execution of beach landings following a published timeline as detailed in Exercise Operation
Order (OPORD). The objectives of this phase are:
(1) Validate the deploying detachment’s ability to conduct the full spectrum of beach
landings and operations.
6. Cargo Offload, and Discharge System (COLDS) courses. COLDS is the major Navy System
that provides the means to offload and backload Ships In-stream in support of MPF and Joint
Logistics Over the Shore (JLOTS) Operations. CNBG and component commands utilize COLDS
courses taught by EWTG as an integral part of their overall training program in order to obtain the
requisite knowledge and technical skills to safely and effectively operate, maintain, and retrieve
these systems. ACB, ACU, and Beachmaster Units (BMU) participate in mission planning,
installation operation, and maintenance of the Sealift COLDS. Underway training evolutions
involving craft movement and beach operations that require planning, risk management, and
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coordination among NBG component commands and EWTG will be assessed and graded, in
accordance with reference (c).
905. Training Support and Certification of Naval Beach Unit SEVEN (NBU-7) Personnel
1. Overview. This section establishes the required training and certifications of personnel
reporting to NBU-7 and defines the requirement for Command Training and Readiness
Assessment (TRA) by NBG-1.
a. Commissioned Officers. All officers assigned to NBU-7 will attend Expeditionary Warfare
Staff Primer (CIN J-2G-0048) prior to reporting.
(1) Crewmembers must complete the formal basic operators courses taught at
Expeditionary Warfare Training Group (EWTG), Pacific or Atlantic, followed by the Navy
Enlisted Classification (NEC) generating Advanced Qualification Training (AQT) course and a
check-ride with the CO of ACU-5 or ACU-4. All starboard cabin crewmembers will report to
NBU-7 qualified.
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(2) Crewmembers assigned to Loadmaster or Deck Mechanic positions will attend the
three positional courses at ACU-5 or ACU-4 and complete the applicable Personnel Qualifying
Standards (PQS) prior to reporting.
(a) LCAC Deck Mechanic. Three weeks of AQT at ACU-5 or ACU-4 are required for
fundamental training and initial flight hours to include all required night hours. Completion of day
flight hours may be performed after reporting to NBU-7 in order to earn the NEC 4133. The
NBU-7 CO has final qualification approval authority for Deck Mechanics.
(b) LCAC Loadmaster. Three weeks of AQT at ACU-5 or ACU-4 are required for
fundamental training and initial flight hours to include all required night hours. Completion of day
flight hours may be performed after reporting to NBU-7 in order to earn the NEC 0172. The
NBU-7 CO has final qualification approval authority for Loadmasters.
(3) Officers assigned to LCAC departments will qualify as LCAC Officer in Charge
(LCAC OIC) within six months of reporting. The NBU-7 CO has final qualification approval
authority for LCAC OICs.
(4) For all former LCAC crewmembers with applicable NECs returning to LCAC duty
from a non-flying assignment, refresher training must be conducted in accordance with reference
(d), followed by a check-ride with the CO of ACU-5 or ACU-4. Every effort will be made to
ensure prospective gains are provided these intermediate stops in their orders.
c. LCU Department. All personnel assigned to UIC 55622. Reference (e) is currently under
revision. Changes to this policy will follow official publication of that revision. Specific LCU
requirements from Section 906 applies, NBU-7 additional requirements are listed below:
(1) LCU Craftmaster. Previously qualified LCU Craftmasters (members holding NEC
0171) will requalify upon reporting to NBU-7 via CO check ride. Unqualified Craftmasters
billeted to NBU-7 may earn qualification subsequent to reporting via completion of applicable
PQS to include an ROR exam and qualification board. The NBU-7 CO has final qualification
approval authority for LCU Craftmasters.
(2) Craft Crew Members. All other crew members (e.g. Engineers, Navigator, etc.) will be
qualified by the NBU-7 CO or his designated representative.
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(1) Beachmaster Advanced Course (CIN K-062-2123). All Officers, E-6 and senior
personnel will attend this course. Every effort will be made to ensure prospective gains are
provided this intermediate stop in their orders. Salvage Officer, Senior Ramp Marshalls, and BPT
Commander must earn a Letter of final qualification by the NBU-7 CO.
(2) Beachmaster Unit Basic Course (CIN K-062-2122). All E-5 and below sailors assigned
to UIC 49388 will attend this course. Every effort will be made to ensure prospective gains are
provided this intermediate stop in their orders.
(1) CO/XO. NBU-7 CO is a Special Mission Fleet-up billet. In addition to the prescribed
PCO pipeline, an Intermediate Stop (I-Stop) at NBG-1 and the Type Commander (TYCOM),
Commander, Naval Surface Forces Pacific (CNSP) is required prior to reporting to NBU-7.
(2) Maintenance Officer/ Operations Officer/ Training Officer. A one week I-Stop at
NBG, with time shared between NBG, and it’s component commands, is required to obtain
familiarization with LCAC organizational level maintenance and maintenance associated with
LCUs and the BPT Civil Engineering Support Equipment (CESE).
(3) Supply Officer. A one week I-Stop at NBG is required with sufficient time spent with
the NBG Supply Department, NBG component commands and CNSP (N412P) to gain familiarity
with Echelon 3 and 4 supply procedures and personnel.
(4) LCAC maintenance personnel. The following courses are mandatory and are
recognized as the only Navy courses that provide the LCAC familiarization and maintenance skills
necessary to perform organizational level maintenance on a LCAC.
(a) LCAC Prop and Lift Course (CIN K-652-0314). All Gas Turbine Mechanics
assigned to UIC 57078 will attend this course. Every effort will be made to ensure prospective
gains are provided this intermediate stop in their orders.
(b) LCAC Craft Control (CIN K-652-0315). All GSE’s assigned to UIC 57078 will
attend this course. Every effort will be made to ensure prospective gains are provided this
intermediate stop in their orders.
(c) LCAC Structure, Steel, and Aluminum Welding Course (ASSAULT CRAFT UNIT
FIVE INSTRUCTION 4855.3D). Welders (HTS, AMs and designated MMs) will attend this
course taught at ACU-5 or an equivalent course of instruction in aircraft structural welding.
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f. The NBU-7 CO is the final certification authority for all PQS not specifically addressed in
Section 905 of this training manual.
g. The NBU-7 CO may suspend, remove, or rescind any crewmember qualifications based on
demonstrated substandard performance, loss of confidence, or failure to adhere to safety standards.
He/she additionally holds the authority to reinstate any qualification rescinded, revoked, or
suspended, and grant waivers.
h. In cases where the initial certification or qualification may be delayed due to a lack of
training opportunities, the component command responsible will notify NBU-7 no later than two
weeks before completion of the I-Stop to allow scheduling of additional training evolutions
4. Command Training and Readiness Assessments (TRA). The high FDNF operational tempo
and frequent operational tasking require NBU-7 to be prepared to execute its mission and assigned
tasking on short notice. This requires a policy to ensure NBU-7 is continuously ready to execute
the mission. NBG will facilitate the continuous readiness requirement of NBU-7 by assessing the
training and readiness of NBU-7 through the use of TRA and provide additional training and
support as necessary. TRA is an assessment and not a certification.
a. NBG will conduct TRA on NBU-7 twice per year in Spring and Fall as the operational
schedule will permit with the goal of assessing, training, and material/administration of each craft
and crew over the course of one year. In order to complete all certification areas, it is essential for
NBU-7 to request and coordinate an Amphibious Assault Direction System (AADS) capable ship
via PHIBRON or CTF prior to NBG team arrival. Evaluations of crew and craft will be
accomplished by utilizing ASA checklists and CE drill cards in two parts: Administrative and
Material Assessment, Crew/Det Training/ Operational Assessment. Requirement and checklist are
found in NBU-7 instructions/SOPs and in this training manual. As this is a tailored event, a
recommended SOE identifying CEs/REs that can be supported will be forwarded to NBG for
approval no later than 45 days prior to the start of a TRA. The observed CEs will be based on the
expected mission skillset requirements and derived from the requirements detailed in Section 904.
The TRA will be conducted in the C7F Area of Responsibility and will consist of the following:
(2) Material Assessment. A comprehensive review of the material readiness and records of
all available craft, CESE, and maintenance availabilities. The purpose of the material assessment is
to give a full detailed report of the material condition readiness to CNGB. Therefore, all craft will
be available for visual inspection regardless of overhaul or maintenance availability.
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evolutions and beach operations following a published timeline. If all craft are not available,
crews can be swapped between craft so that all available crews can be evaluated during the TRA.
b. TRA is designed to assist NBU-7 leadership and gauge the Command’s overall readiness in
support of FDNF operations. The TRA will also serve as an assessment tool to assist in the
execution of NBG’s ISIC responsibilities. The TRA is not a pre-patrol certification. The NBU-7
CO is ultimately responsible for ensuring craft and crews are ready for their missions, IAW
applicable guidelines and checklists.
c. If deficiencies are identified during any portion of the TRA, NBG will advise NBU-7 and
the applicable component commands of the deficiencies. NBU-7 will develop and execute a plan
approved by NBG, to correct the identified deficiencies and/or remediate the training, working
with the applicable NBG component commands as necessary, within 15 days of completion of
TRA.
(1) For the purpose of this section, the drivers of all these watercraft/amphibious vehicles
are considered operators. The qualification and recertification process for watercraft/amphibious
vehicle operators are described in this section.
2. Qualification Process
a. The CO is the qualification and recertification authority for all Craftmasters and may
delegate qualification and recertification of all other crafts or vehicle operators under their
command.
b. COs are responsible for administering a recertification program that will ensure every
operator is formally recertified every 12 months. If an operator completes all phases of a DET
FEP during the 12-month certification window, then item 3 is the only requirement to be observed
by the COs prior to resetting the 12 month recertification window. COs are responsible for
managing their training programs so that operator qualifications do not lapse while deployed.
Initial qualification and annual recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements of this manual.
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The corresponding CEs for the required evolutions is identified in Section 909. They will include,
at a minimum:
c. If an operator is not recertified within the 12 month periodicity, their qualifications will be
suspended until recertification is complete. COs may grant waivers, but should do so sparingly.
COs must take appropriate measures to mitigate risk of operating under a waiver, such as requiring
a qualified LCAC Training Team member accompany them or limiting the evolutions they can
participate in such as daytime line of site only.
3. Craft Requirements
(1) Initial Qualification. Prospective Craftmasters will attend the Craftmaster course of
instruction (COI), (CIN: G-060-0613) at the Army’s Fort Eustis Training Facility, funded by PMS
377. After satisfactory completion of schoolhouse training and the applicable 300 series PQS, the
prospective Craftmaster will successfully complete an underway practical application
demonstration, observed by the CO, and oral board in order to qualify initially as a LCU
Craftmaster.
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified LCU Craftmasters annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements of Section 909 of this manual and must
include at a minimum:
(b) Craft specific level of knowledge exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
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(1) Initial Qualification. The LCAC Craftmaster initial qualification is a NEC driven
process. Prospective Craftmasters will attend formal schoolhouse training at Expeditionary
Warfare Training Group (EWTG) (CIN K-062-0100). This course of instruction is followed by
AQT (CIN K-062-0120) conducted at ACU-5 and ACU-4. After successful completion of both
formal schoolhouse training and AQT, the prospective Craftmaster must successfully pass a
written exam, interview and a certification ride, observed by the CO, before initial qualification as
a LCAC Craftmaster is granted.
(2) Proficiency/Currency. All ACU CO will recertify all qualified LCAC Craftmasters
annually by officially signing the individual’s log after successful completion of all exams and a
check ride. The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and reference
(e). They must include, at a minimum:
(a) ROR exam (minimum passing score is 90%, IAW SEAOPS Vol II)
(b) Craft specific level of knowledge exam, closed book (minimum passing score is
82.5%, IAW SEAOPS Vol II)
(c) Craft specific level of knowledge exam, open book (minimum passing score is
87.5%, IAW SEAOPS VOL II)
(d) Craft shutdown parameters (minimum passing score is 100%, IAW SEAOPS VOL
II)
(1) Initial Qualification. The LARC-V Commander initial qualification is a PQS driven
process that is conducted after arriving at the Command that does not lead to a NEC. The
prospective LARC-V Commander will complete the applicable 300 series PQS, second class swim
test, and successfully complete a practical application demonstration and oral board in order to
qualify initially as a LARC-V Commander.
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(c) Observed, underway practical with CO that includes the following evolutions:
(2) Towing
(4) Dewatering
(1) Initial Qualification. LCM-8 Coxswain initial qualification is a PQS driven process
that is conducted after arriving at the command. The prospective Coxswain will complete the
applicable 300 series PQS and successfully complete a practical application demonstration and
oral board in order to qualify initially as a LCM-8 coxswain. The 7 Meter Rigid Inflatable Boat
(RIB) Coxswain course (CIN: K-062-0625) is recommended.
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified LCM-8 Coxswain annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 of this manual and must
include at a minimum:
(b) Craft specific level of knowledge exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
1. Overview. In order to sustain the reliability of the Improved Navy Lighterage System (INLS)
Craft and increase proficiency of the watch teams assigned to operate the craft, the Amphibious
Construction Battalions (ACB) CO will exercise and evaluate INLS and crews utilizing the criteria
identified in this section. The watercraft/amphibious vehicles supporting MPF operations at NBG
include:
a. INLS
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(1) Initial Qualification. Prospective Craftmasters will attend formal schoolhouse training
at EWTG (CIN: K-062-0110). This training is followed by a PQS based training program
conducted at ACB. After satisfactory completion of schoolhouse training and PQS, the
prospective Craftmaster will successfully complete a check ride, conducted by the CO in order to
qualify initially as an INLS Craftmaster.
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified Craftmasters annually. The
recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum:
(2) Anchoring
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG (CIN: K-062-0115). This training is followed by a PQS based
training program conducted at ACB-1 (NAVEDTRA 43487-8B 301-305).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum: Rules of the Road exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG (CIN: J-062-0034). This training is followed by a PQS based
training program conducted at ACB-1.
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(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum: Rules of the Road exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
(1) Initial Qualification. MPFUB Coxswain initial qualification is a PQS driven process
that is conducted after arriving at the Command. This qualification does not lead to an NEC.
MPFUB coxswain will successfully complete a two week EWTG (CIN K-062-2121). The
prospective Coxswain will complete the applicable 300 series PQS and successfully complete a
practical application demonstration in order to qualify initially as a MFPUB coxswain.
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified MPFUB Coxswain annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum:
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG (CIN: S-821-0024). This training is followed by a PQS based
training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43487-8B 301-306).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum: Rules of the Road exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
2. Execution
ACB will conduct beaching, retracting and cargo handling evolutions from landing craft, utilizing
each INLS on a bi-monthly basis defined in this section. The loads utilized for cargo handling
should be sufficient to stress the capabilities of the bow ramp.
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a. Although INLS is not specifically listed in reference (f), the following objectives will be
assessed using the criteria identified in the applicable sections of reference (f) and the CEs listed in
Section 909:
(1) ACB will be integrated with the deploying ARG NSE during its pre-deployment
training cycle.
(2) Validate the ability to conduct beach landing and cargo handling evolutions by
successfully demonstrating the CEs.
(3) Increase watch team proficiency and craft reliability by exercising the INLS in actual
beach operations on a routine basis.
b. NBG will observe the CEs during the ARG NSE training cycle and debrief ACB following
their completion.
c. BMU will provide a BPT when conducting operations at the Silver Strand Training
Complex or Little Creek Training Sites. A BPT is not required when conducting operations at the
Sand Ramp, however, qualified Traffic Controlmen (TCs) will be used.
d. ACB will plan and brief the timeline to the events no later than 48 hours prior to the event
being conducted. Debriefs will be conducted following each event with an overall debrief
conducted following the completion of the exercise.
e. The conduct of the training will be strictly in accordance with applicable instructions,
publications and standard operating procedures. Any exceptions or deviations will be approved by
NBG.
(1) Initial Qualification. This training is followed by a PQS based training program
conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-3C 301 RTO).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually to
include NKO course NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
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(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG for Maritime Preposition Forces Staff Planning Course (CIN: K-
2E-3119). This training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB
(NAVEDTRA 43418-3C 302 LCA).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually to
include NKO course NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
training through Web Based Training – NKO on Introduction to Improved Navy Lighterage. This
training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-3C
303 LRO).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually to
include NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
training through Web Based Training – NKO on Introduction to Improved Navy Lighterage. This
training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-3C
304 LSO).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually to
include NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
training through Web Based Training – NKO on Introduction to Improved Navy Lighterage. This
training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-3C
305 LCO).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually to
include NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0).
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG for Maritime Preposition Forces Staff Planning Course (CIN: K-
2E-3119) and Joint Logistics Over-the Shore Operations and Planning Course (S-8A-0004). This
training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-3C
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(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually to
include NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned NBG personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG for Maritime Preposition Forces Staff Planning Course (CIN: K-
2E-3119) and Joint Logistics Over-the Shore Operations and Planning Course (S-8A-0004). This
training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-3C
307 BPGC).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified NBG personnel annually to
include NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned NBG personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG for Maritime Preposition Forces Staff Planning Course (CIN: K-
2E-3119) and Joint Logistics Over-the Shore Operations and Planning Course (S-8A-0004). This
training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-3C
308 OCO).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will certify all qualified NBG personnel annually to
include NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
(1) Initial Qualification. Recommend assigned NBG personnel (active and reserve) to
attend formal schoolhouse training at EWTG for Maritime Preposition Forces Staff Planning
Course (CIN: K-2E-3119) and Joint Logistics Over-the Shore Operations and Planning Course (S-
8A-0004). This training is followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB
(NAVEDTRA 43418-3C 309 BWC TOCWO).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually to
include NSE MPF Operations (Seaward) (CSFE-NSE-010-1.0)
1. Overview. In amphibious operations, that echelon of the assault troops, vehicles, aircraft,
equipment, and supplies that though not needed to initiate the assault, it is required to support and
sustain the assault. In addition to requirements and guidelines listed in Section 907, amplifying
courses are listed below:
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(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG (CIN: K-062-0110 Causeway Lighterage Craftmaster/NEC W10A
and CSFE-INLS-101-2.0 Introduction to Improved Navy Lighterage System). This training is
followed by a PQS based training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43418-5C 301 PQS
Improved Navy Lighterage System).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum: Rules of the Road exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG (CIN: K-062-0115). This training is followed by a PQS based
training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43487-8B 301-305).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum: Rules of the Road exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG (CIN: K-062-0116). This training is followed by a PQS based
training program conducted at ACB.
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements of Section 909 and must include at a
minimum: Rules of the Road exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG. This training is followed by a PQS based training program
conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel bi-annually.
(3) ELCAS training is conducted bi-annually by EWTG for proficiency. Assigned ACB
personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal schoolhouse training at EWTG as part of Cargo
Offload and Discharge System courses.
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(1) Initial Qualification. Assigned ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend formal
schoolhouse training at EWTG (CIN: S-821-0024). This training is followed by a PQS based
training program conducted at ACB (NAVEDTRA 43487-8B 301-306).
(2) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements in Section 909 and must include at a
minimum: Rules of the Road exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
(1) Initial Qualifications. Designated ACB personnel (active and reserve) will attend
formal schoolhouse training at EWTG. Trainings will be followed by a PQS based training
program conducted at ACB. Schoolhouse trainings are as follows:
(e) (CIN: K-062-0104), OPDS Beach Termination Unit (BTU) Operations Technician
(1) Proficiency/Currency. The CO will recertify all qualified ACB personnel annually.
The recertification is based on the MOB-N requirements of Section 909 and must include at a
minimum:
(b) Craft specific level of knowledge exam (minimum passing score is 85%)
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2. Anti-Terrorism (AT)
Certification Exercises (CE)
NR EXERCISE NAME AMPLIFICATION/CRITERIA NOTES
01 Review AT Administration IAW with the applicable supporting checklists
in Supplement A of this chapter
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Repetitive Exercises
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The authorized equipment and administrative checklists that will be utilized for certification
will be maintained by NBG 1/2, N7 LCPO and will require an annual review in order to ensure all
checklists are accurate and IAW updated publications.
No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Loss of Steering Control 11 Low/Loss of Lube Oil Pressure SSDG
02 Class “C” Fire in Switchboard 12 Loss of Fuel Oil Pressure MPDE
03 Class “C” Fire in Generator 13 Loss of Fuel Oil Pressure SSDG
04 Overheating MPDE 14 MPDE Governor Malfunction
05 Overheating SSDG 15 SSDG Governor Malfunction
06 MPDE Crankcase Explosion 16 SSDG Overload
07 SSDG Crankcase Explosion 17 Class “C” Fire in Electrical Dist. Sys.
08 Unusual Noise/Vibration MPDE 18 Main Space Flooding
09 Unusual Noise/Vibration SSDG 19 Class “B” Fire in Main Space
10 Low/Loss of Lube Oil Pressure MPDE 20 Stopping a Locking Main Shaft U/W
No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Loss of Main Engine 27 Loss of Lift
02 Main Engine High EGT 28 Damage to Skirt System
03 Main Engine Surge/Stall 29 Hydraulic Control System Reservoir
Low
04 Loss of Main Engine Fuel Pressure 30 Sprag Clutch Failure
Engaged/Disengaged
05 Loss of Fuel Manifold Pressure 31 Loss of APU
06 Clogged Main Fuel Filter 32 APU High EGT
07 Failure of Main Engine Auto Shutdown 33 APU Engine Surge/Stall
08 Loss of N1 Control 34 Failure of APU Auto Shutdown
09 Loss of N2 Control 35 Loss of APU Fuel Oil Pressure
10 Loss of Engine Balance 36 APU Low Lube Oil Pressure
11 Main Engine Low Lube Oil Pressure 37 APU High Lube Oil Temperature
12 Main Engine High Lube Oil 38 Loss of Generator
Temperature
13 Blow in Door Open 39 Loss of Transformer Rectifier
14 Main Engine Chip Sump Indication 40 Partial Loss of Electrical Power
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No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Loss of Steering Control 12 Low/Loss of Lube Oil Pressure MPDE
02 Loss of MCS 13 Low/Loss of Lube Oil Pressure SSDG
03 Thruster Casualty 14 Loss of Fuel Oil Pressure MPDE
04 Overheating MPDE 15 Loss of Fuel Oil Pressure SSDG
05 Overheating SSDG 16 Loss of Air Pressure
06 Inoperable Nozzle 17 MPDE Overheating
07 MPDE Crankcase Explosion 18 SSDG Overload
08 SSDG Crankcase Explosion 19 Class “C” Fire in Generator
09 Unusual Noise/Vibration MPDE 20 Class “C” Fire in Switchboard.
10 Unusual Noise/Vibration SSDG 21 Main Space Flooding
11 Unusual Noise or Vibration in Main 22 Class “B” Fire in Main Space
Engine or Drive Train
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No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Main Propulsion Diesel Engine 07 Loss of Main Propulsion Diesel Engine
Overheating - LCM Lube Oil Pressure - MPFUB
02 Loss of Main Engine Lube Oil Pressure 08 Loss of Ship Service Diesel Generator
- LCM Lube Oil Pressure - MPFUB
03 Ship Service Diesel Generator 09 Major Uncontrolled Flooding -
Overheat - MPFUB MPFUB
04 Ship Service Diesel Generator 10 Major Fuel Oil Leak - MPFUB
Overload - MPFUB
05 Loss of Main Engine Fuel Oil Pressure 11 Unusual Noise or Vibration in Ships
- MPFUB Service Diesel Generator - MPFUB
06 Loss of Ship Service Diesel Generator 12 Unusual Noise or Vibration in Main
Fuel Oil Pressure - MPFUB Engine or Drive Train - MPFUB
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No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Align Stern Tube Cooling and Shaft 09 Review Tagout Log
Seal Water Cooling System/STCW
02 Align Fuel Oil System/FOAO 10 Draw Lube Oil Sample
03 Align Hydraulic Start System/HSS 11 Evaluate Lube Oil Sample
04 Align SSDG for Operation/SDSS 12 Draw Jacket Water Sample
05 Align MPDE for Operation/MEDA 13 Evaluate Jacket Water Sample
06 Align/Validate Firemain 14 Draw Fuel Oil Sample
System/FMSA
07 Align/Validate Fresh Water 15 Evaluate Fuel Oil Sample
System/PWSV
08 Align Bilge Drain System/BDSV 16 Don EEBD
No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Align Fuel Oil System/FOAO 09 Review Tagout Log
02 Align Hydraulic Start System/HSS 10 Draw Lube Oil Sample
03 Align SSDG for Operation/SDSS 11 Evaluate Lube Oil Sample
04 Align MPDE for Operation/MEDA 12 Draw Jacket Water Sample
05 Align/Validate Firemain 13 Evaluate Jacket Water Sample
System/FMSA
06 Align/Validate LOS AND MCS for 14 Draw Fuel Oil Sample
operation
07 Align Bilge Drain System/BDSV 15 Evaluate Fuel Oil Sample
08 Conduct Ballasting Operations 16 Don EEBD
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No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Align MPDE for Operation/Local 12 Align Fuel Oil Service System
Procedure - LCM Operation/FOAO - MPFUB
02 Review Tagout Log - LCM 13 Align Ship Service Diesel
Generator/SSDS - MPFUB
03 Draw Lube Oil Sample - LCM 14 Review Tagout Log - MPFUB
04 Evaluate Lube Oil Sample - LCM 15 Draw Lube Oil Sample - MPFUB
05 Draw Jacket Water Sample - LCM 16 Evaluate Lube Oil Sample - MPFUB
06 Evaluate Jacket Water Sample - LCM 17 Draw Jacket Water Sample - MPFUB
07 Draw Fuel Oil Sample - LCM 18 Evaluate Jacket Water Sample -
MPFUB
08 Evaluate Fuel Oil Sample - LCM 19 Draw Fuel Oil Sample - MPFUB
09 Don EEBD - LCM 20 Evaluate Fuel Oil Sample - MPFUB
10 Align MPDE for Operation/MEDA - 21 Don EEBD - MPFUB
MPFUB
11 Align Bilge Pump Operation/BPM -
MPFUB
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No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Conduct Harbor Piloting 04 Conduct Low Visibility Piloting
02 Conduct Piloting during a Loss of Gyro 05 Conduct Open Ocean/Coastal
Navigation
03 Respond to a Loss of Radar 06 Respond to a Loss of Steering
(CMMCS Equipped)
No Nomenclature No Nomenclature
01 Loss of Main Display 11 Loss of EGI GPS
02 Loss of Radar 12 Loss of IFF
03 Loss of Auto-Pilot 13 Loss of CDR
04 Loss of AADS 14 Loss of Single UKB
05 Loss of EPLRS 15 Loss of Secure Voice
06 Loss of ICS Single Crew Member 16 Loss of Back-up GPS UNIT
07 Loss of ICS Entire Craft 17 Loss of NAV Computer
08 Loss of Single Radio Circuit 18 Loss of MAG Compass
09 Loss of All Radio Circuits 19 Loss of OPR Computer
10 Loss of NAV Lighting
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Appendix A
Ref: (a) NTTP 3-02.2M Supporting Arms Coordination in Amphibious Supporting Arms in
Amphibious Operations
(b) Naval Warfare Publication Amphibious Warfare (AMW) Exercises FXP 5 (REV. B)
(c) ATP 4 Allied Naval Gunfire Support
(d) MCWP 3-16 Fire Support Coordination in the Ground Combat Element
a. Publication Familiarity. All NSFS team and Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT)
members will be familiar with pre-course requirements course guides posted on the ATG Tool Box
for required reading, minimum equipment and mission area administration prior to commencing
the NSFS training continuum. Certificates for Marine Net Basic Call for Fire and Advanced Call
for Fire courses will be submitted to the assessor during NSFS Administrative/Material External
Review.
b. Experience and Equipment Familiarity. This training does not include fundamental
training in gunnery procedures, equipment operations, radio-telephone procedures, or basic
navigation. Personnel assigned to training will possess at least a basic understanding of their
assigned position and have, at a minimum, an interim PQS qualification to perform the tasks which
fall under their cognizance.
c. A pre-arrival letter or naval message will be sent prior to the scheduled training. The
message will reiterate much of the above and give additional guidance in preparing for training.
2. NSFS MANNING REQUIREMENTS. Personnel required for team training are captured
within the ASA checklists. WTCC requirements are captured in Chapter 5. Three CSTT members
are required for the Mobile Training Team (MTT) COI, with exception of the Digital Call For Fire
(DCFF) COI, which only requires two CSTT members. CSTT members are required to attend the
courses to support a continuum of onboard scenario development between formal MTTs and to
provide depth and redundancy to the watch team replacement plan (WTRP).
3. NSFS QUALIFICATION
a. Ships accomplish NSFS qualification by completing NSFS Team Training per paragraph 4
below and conducting a graded live Fire Exercise (FIREX).
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b. Ships must conduct an NSFS Qualification once per OFRP. This process consists of the
following:
c. STW-NSFS Focused Team Training (FTT). This phase will be conducted pier side or at
the shore based trainer (LANT ships only). FTT consists training on NSFS basic fundamentals
tailored to team weaknesses. An emphasis will also be placed on training CSTT to ensure the ship
is able to conduct internal training through Sustainment Phase.
(1) FTT is recommended to be scheduled within 120 days of the NSFS FIREX.
(2) During this phase, NSFS instructors may recommend changes to team member
placement. At the conclusion of FTT, NSFS team members are required to remain the same
throughout Basic Phase certification. To maintain continuity, every effort should be made to
ensure projected rotation dates (PRDs) for NSFS team members are at least 12 months from
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(3) EWTG/CSCS will evaluate the team’s readiness and provide a recommendation for
additional training, if necessary, prior to NSFS Mobile Team Training (MTT).
d. STW-NSFS Mobile Team Training (MTT). Ship’s NSFS team, DCFF personnel (if
equipped), and CSTT members receive classroom instruction in procedures and techniques for
their specific tasks. Personnel are then integrated into the team to develop proficiency and
coordination on installed shipboard equipment. Training devices are employed to convert plotting
room procedures into fall-of-shot-impact location to determine the accuracy of, or any errors in,
these procedures. Team performance is evaluated, procedural errors are pointed out, and future
effectiveness of the ship as an NSFS unit is evaluated.
(1) If the ship is unable to conduct the NSFS FIREX within 90 days of NSFS MTT, the
ship will conduct a NSFS Challenge MTT to ensure the ship is setup for success prior to
conducting the NSFS FIREX. This MTT is to be conducted pierside, or at the shore based trainer
(LANT ships only).
(2) NSFS MTT is a difficult course of instruction and full attention of the ship and team are
required. It is strongly recommended that all team members are removed from inport watch bill
(to include late night watches). Additionally, ships will avoid scheduling competing ship-wide
events (e.g. berth shifts, security drills in Combat Information Center (CIC), AEGIS system
maintenance) that would negatively impact training.
(3) The passing score for the NSFS MTT COI is 75%. At the end of each training day, a
Progress Test (Practical) covering the day’s material will be administered to the ship’s NSFS team.
Each day’s practical must be passed to proceed onto the next day’s instruction. At the completion
of training, a comprehensive battle problem will be presented as well as a written examination for
all team members, including CSTT. If a team receives a failing grade on any practical test or the
battle problem, they will be remediated and retested on the failed area(s). Failure of a retest will
constitute failure of the COI. If a team receives a failing grade on the Final Written Test (team’s
average is less than 75%), it will constitute failure of the COI. The results of training will be de-
briefed to the CO at the end of the MTT and sent to the ship via Naval Message.
(4) Ships will conduct Digital Call For Fire (DCFF) missions to be considered DCFF
qualified. This will be demonstrated by conducting two DCFF missions during NSFS FIREX.
(5) All DCFF capable ships will maintain the ability to perform NSFS using “paper plot”
and may be required to use this method as a back-up to computer-aided dead reckoning tracer
(CADRT) or DCFF during a FIREX or actual NSFS combat mission.
(6) Although GPS is the primary method of navigation, NSFS non-GPS proficiency is
required and is evaluated during the MTT and associated/subsequent non live-fire certification.
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f. STW-NSFS Live Fire Exercise (FIREX). The live fire certification event will be
completed within the Basic Phase training schedule.
(1) The passing score for NSFS FIREX is 75%. Failure of two missions constitutes a
failed FIREX. Ships may remediate a failed mission; however, the highest score possible on the
remediated mission is 75%. No additional penalty will be taken from the overall FIREX score.
(2) All evaluations and grades assigned by the Shore Fire Control Party (SFCP) are
unofficial. Final grades will be assigned after review of the spotter's grade sheet by the staff NSFS
Training Officer. Formal message will be released annotating the ship’s final grade.
5. NSFS REMEDIAL TRAINING. In the event a ship fails to meet passing criteria during the
NSFS MTT/MTT training event, remedial training will be tailored to the weaknesses identified.
The ISIC, EWTG/CSCS, and ship will develop a plan to address deficiencies prior to commencing
the next NSFS training event while keeping the TYCOM and ATG informed.
a. If a ship fails the NSFS FIREX, it will be required to conduct another tailored and focused
training to correct observed deficiencies prior to re-attempting the FIREX, unless
EWTGLANT/PAC recommends to TYCOM tailoring remediation to the observed weaknesses, at
which point, TYCOM will adjudicate and direct the required remediation training, prior to re-
attempting the FIREX.
b. If any of the below issues arise during Basic Phase after a ship conducts the NSFS
MTT/DCFF MTT and prior to NSFS FIREX, the ship will be required to conduct another NSFS
MTT before conducting the NSFS FIREX. Turnover in a critical team billet. A critical team billet
is defined as the GLO/Land Attack Warfare Officer (LAWO), Plot Supervisor, Control Officer
Console (COC) operator (MK86), Weapons Control Console (WCC) operators (MK 86), Gun
Console Operator (GCO) (MK 34), and Gun Safety observer.
(a) The ship can replace a critical team member with the specified NSFS CSTT. Fire
Controlmen (FC) CSTT can replace Gun Safety, GCO (MK 34) and WCC/COC (MK 86) with
ISIC approval. Operations Specialist (OS) CSTT can replace Plot Supervisor. TAO Qualified
CSTT or other CSTT with prior GLO experience can replace GLO/LAWO.
(b) If the ship is not able to replace a team member with a CSTT member, the ship
must complete a NSFS MTT or a NSFS Challenge MTT. If the team performs unsatisfactorily
during the Challenge MTT, then completion of the entire NSFS MTT is required.
Note: After STW-NSFS mission area certification has been granted, and the GLO CSTT replaces
the certifying GLO team member, but the GLO CSTT did not attend the LAWO course; DCFF
capable ships will no longer be certified to conduct Digital CFF.
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(3) Mobile Team Training. In PACFLT, all courses will be conducted aboard ship.
Courses for MK 34 and MK 86 systems must be conducted as MTTs due to lack of training
simulators.
7. SHORE FIRE CONTROL PARTY (SFCP) TRAINING SUPPORT (PAC ONLY). This
guidance outlines the responsibility of ships assigned to support SFCP training. EWTGPAC and
various United States Marine Corps (USMC) personnel throughout Marine Forces Pacific
(MARFORPAC) require support for SFCP spotters. This training includes live spotting practice
during actual firing exercises. Only qualified or qualifying NSFS capable ships may be assigned
to provide live firing support for any of these SFCP training commands.
a. Ammunition Requisition and Expenditure Reporting. The supported unit will inform
assigned ships of their minimum requirements well in advance of the scheduled exercises. The
ship is then responsible for reporting on the range with the required ammunition. Expenditures are
reported in the normal way via OIS. The ammunition fired during SFCP support exercises will be
charged against the firing ship's non-combat expenditure allocation (NCEA).
b. Briefings. The supported unit is encouraged to liaison with the firing ship concerning
exercise procedures and range requirements.
(1) Approximately one month before the scheduled exercise the firing ship will receive a
pre-exercise message from the supported command. It will include scheduling details such as
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exercise date, commencement time and duration, ammunition requirements (mix and amount), and
the name of the person who will act as the point of contact at the supported command.
(2) Ships should be prepared to conduct any type of NSFS mission; however, since Call for
Fire missions provide the best training for the SFCP trainees, there is likely to be a preponderance
of Call for Fire missions during SFCP training.
(3) Normal safety precautions for LFE are fully applicable during SFCP training.
8. BEST PRACTICES. A proficient NSFS team, along with DCFF capabilities, enables the
surface force to contribute to the joint fight ashore. Incorporating the guidance below will assist
ships in attaining NSFS qualification. The NSFS training continuum does not start with STW-
NSFS FTT or end with STW-NSFS FIREX; rather, like all mission areas, it should receive steady
focus throughout a ship’s operational cycle.
a. Individual proficiency. Neither the NSFS FTT nor the NSFS MTT are designed to provide
basic PQS fundamentals, system information, or watch station procedures to individual sailors.
Team members must possess basic skills and a fundamental knowledge of their rate and watch
station before EWTG/CSCS training begins. Common watch stander shortcomings are:
(2) Navigation plotter not proficient in navigating in both Global Positioning System
(GPS) and non-GPS modes.
(3) Gun console operator not proficient in basic operations of the gun system while
using the NSFS sub mode.
(4) Insufficient level of knowledge throughout the team in basic NSFS concepts.
b. Preparation for team training. Historically, ships that schedule additional training during
Sustainment/Maintenance phases and practice NSFS prior to their FTT, typically pass the NSFS
MTT the first time. Remember, the NSFS MTT conducted by EWTG/CSCS is a graded event - it
is an assessment to ensure a ship is ready to conduct a FIREX - ships have to train before they
arrive to be ready!
c. Loss of critical team members. While policy exceptions to insert CSTT members for the
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loss of certain critical team members are possible, best practice for ships is to schedule additional
training with EWTG/CSCS if ship schedule allows.
f. Material condition. The ship’s Gun Weapon System (GWS) must be fully operational to
support certification. NSFS training cannot be conducted if systems are not operational. A
consolidated list of equipment that must be available to support training is available on the ATG
Toolbox website under the STW-NSFS tab.
g. Ammunition and NCEA must be requested a min of 60 days prior to any scheduled event.
h. Scheduling. In addition to NSFS MTT and FIREX, those units configured for DCFF are
also required to complete the DCFF MTT.
(1) EWTGPAC ships must contact EWTGP/CSCS to confirm or change schedule provided
by ATG. All San Clemente Island Shore Bombardment Area (SHOBA) range requests will be
submitted to Southern California Offshore Range (SCORE) staff at the following email address:
scheds@score.com. Additionally, NSFS range safety officer/NSFS FIREX evaluation support
must be requested from the EWTGPAC Branch Head no later than 45 days prior to the requested
training dates at COMM (619) 437-3748. Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) scheduling is
done through PMRF N3R7-2 (808) 335-7981 DSN 421. WESTPAC scheduling is done through
CSCS DET Yokosuka DSN 315-243-8916.
(2) Atlantic fleet ships must contact their TLO for schedule changes as EWTGLANT and
ATG Norfolk coordinate NSFS training. All Integrated Maritime Portable Acoustic Scoring and
Simulator (IMPASS) buoy delivery requests should be coordinated through NSWC Corona at
COMM (757) 433-5563. Additionally, ships should contact FACSFAC Vacapes/Jacksonville as
soon as a preliminary FIREX date is established. Formal OPAREA requests are required 30 days
prior to the live-fire event date requested.
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Appendix B
b. OFRP has shifted the execution of ICAVs to a phase completion vice periodic requirement,
when possible. This section provides the details of the phasing of events to ensure ships complete
requirements.
c. When conducting material checks, ATG will, when possible, accept recently (PMS
periodicity not to exceed 3 months) completed material checks from other uniformed training
organizations to avoid redundancy and requirements for Sailors to conduct duplicative material
checks within the Basic Phase. Material issues that prevent the execution of training are treated as
critical issues.
(b) Certification. Any evaluation or examination of equipment and/or systems for the
specific purpose of providing the license, permit, or authorization necessary for operation of
equipment or systems. This includes evaluations or examinations of the personnel/organizations to
properly employ/operate equipment and/or systems. Results will be reported to higher authority.
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associated with the event remain within the lifelines of the visited command. Inside the lifelines
implies the results remain with the Commanding Officer of the unit and are available to the ISIC.
(2) Organization. Tables 1 through 6 list all required ICAVs that must be conducted during
the OFRP. Events are organized by phase, however some events can occur outside/prior to the
specified phase. Table 7 lists ICAVs conducted at other periodicities. Table 8 lists ICAVs
available by request. By request ICAVs provide a list of additional events that may be requested
by Commanding Officers or are unique events required based on modernization upgrades.
Note: The tables do not include maintenance/modernization certification requirements that will be
conducted as part of the availability alteration certification and/or integrated test plan within the
Maintenance Phase.
(3) Fleet requests to combine, streamline, or eliminate ICAVs are governed by reference
(a).
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Appendix C
1. General. This appendix tabulates the events that must be current for the ship to be certified
in each mission area. This provides Commanders, Commanding Officers, and their command
leadership teams a tool that clearly illustrates the sequence and composition events necessary to
succeed in Basic Phase and throughout the FRTP. Specific timing of an event within the
designated period may vary based on a number of factors but an understanding of the
preparations required by phase, the relative impact on departments and divisions and the ship as
a whole, and the internal and external planning requirements should ensure optimal execution of
each event.
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Readiness Scheduling
Mission Area Event Periodicity OFRP Phase Assessor
Eval Considerations
Aviation Facilities Certification (AVCERT) – Air
Once per OFRP Maintenance Prior to ARQ NAVAIR
Capable Ships
Aviation Facilities Certification (AVCERT) –
Once per OFRP Maintenance Prior to ARQ NAVAIR
Amphibious Assault Ships (LHA/LHD only)
Air Traffic Controller Certification CNSP/CNSL/
Once per OFRP Basic / Integrated
(LHA / LHD only) TACRON
Aviation
(MOB-A) Oxygen Nitrogen Inspection
(O2 N2) Once per OFRP Basic NAVAIR
(LHA/LHD only)
Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE)
- Precision Approach and Landing System (PALS)
Once per OFRP Maintenance Prior to AVCERT NAVAIR
Certification
(LHA/LHD only)
CMS A&A TAV Once per OFRP Basic CMS A&A Team
Communications
(COMMS) Once per OFRP
CMS Account Audit Basic ISIC
(not to exceed 36 months)
Cyber (CYBER) CYBER Mission Area Once per OFRP Basic IWTG
CBR Installed Equipment Readiness Assist Visit > 90 - 120 days prior to deployment
Integrated NAVSEA
Damage Control (CBR RAV) > Prior to INSURV
(MOB-D) MOB-D Damage Control Material Assessment
Once per OFRP Maintenance READ-E 4 Prior to LOA ATG
(DCMA)
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Mission Area Event Periodicity OFRP Phase Assessor
Eval Considerations
> Greater than 5 years since the last NAVCERT;
> Determined by Navigation TWH based on: (a)
baseline change; (b) Modification by SHIPALT,
Surface Ship Navigation System Certification field changes, or engineering changes; or (c) Situational
SSC
Navigation (NAVCERT) Refurbishment (Maintenance)
(MOB-N) > TYCOM requested and funded;
> Following CNO availabilities with a scheduled
duration of 6 months or longer
ISIC Navigation Assessment
Once per OFRP Maintenance READ-E 4 ISIC
("Nav Check Ride")
UNREP Ship's Qualification Trials (SQT)
IAW NAVSEA S9094-AE-GYD-010 SURFACE SHIP
Once per OFRP
POST-DELIVERY TESTS AND TRIALS GUIDANCE Shakedown READ-E 5
Seamanship (conducted within 4 weeks of DPMA/PMA)
MANUAL.
(MOB-S) (LHA/LHD only)
45 days prior to
CORPEN NOVEMBER Training in NSST Once per OFRP Maintenance/Shakedown
first live UNREP
Air Warfare Aegis Light Off Assessment (ALO) Once per OFRP Maintenance ISEA
(AW) Tactical Data Link Operational Verification Once per OFRP Basic READ-E 6 SSC
Aegis Light Off Assessment (ALO) Once per OFRP Maintenance ISEA
Ballistic Missile
Defense Conducted as part of the integrated test plan for
BMD Material Certification
(BMD) the availability with associated work which makes Maintenance READ-E 5 NSWC
(BMD MATCERT)
conducting a new MATCERT a requirement
Mine Warfare
MCM Structural Wood Survey Once per DSRA Maintenance NAVSEA
(MIW)
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Appendix D
1. TORIS. Training and Operational Readiness Information Services (TORIS) provides a tool
to schedule, execute, track, display and report surface force training; TYCOM authoritative
database for all proficiency effectiveness metrics. The purpose of TORIS is as follows:
b. Calculate TORIS Mission Area FOM based on completion of CEs and REs.
Note: AEs do not currently factor into the TORIS Mission Area FOM calculation but
will still be recorded and reported to the TYCOM.
c. Record and report the status of a ship’s Mission Area proficiency up the Chain of
Command and into TORIS.
e. Provide training assessment documentation functionality for ATG and other organizations
that conduct assessments on ships.
g. Collect, store, and report ship-level, watch team-level and individual-level training
data, ship assessment data and readiness information.
a. FLEET VIEW. Primary users are shipboard personnel and training organizations.
Supports documentation of CE, RE and AE results as well as watchteam-level and individual-
level experience and proficiency. Supports tracking and display of exercise expiration and watch
team continuity.
c. END OF MISSION REPORT. Primary users are shipboard personnel and training
organizations. Supports electronic assessment documents and reports. Supports data mining and
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e. TORIS SUPPLY. Primary users are Supply Personnel from ATG, ISIC, TYCOM.
Supports execution, documentation and reporting of SUP Mission Area training events.
3. TORIS Use:
a. FLEET VIEW. Training Organizations enter CE data upon completing the CE vice final
certification.
b. FLEET VIEW. Watch Team Critical Continuity Tracker (WTCC) will be entered by the
appropriate Training Officer upon mission area certification, and will reflect what is annotated in
the training organization mission certification recommendation/completion report message.
Upon certification, the ship assumes and maintain WTCC reporting. Personnel data such as PRD
and EAOS are automatically uploaded to TORIS via NTMPS. Notification emails are sent to the
ship prior to tripping WTCC requirements.
c. MASTER SCHEDULING PROGRAM (MSP). All training and certification events will
be entered into MSP. With the exception of Rolling Certifications, LTTs are not scheduled
between PTV and Mission Area Completion.
d. END OF MISSION REPORT. End of Mission Reports (EOMRs) are completed by each
training organization for all Basic Phase training events and LTTs that trainers arrive onboard,
whether completed or otherwise. All CEs and REs completed during the event are entered in the
exercise gradesheet section of the EOMR.
4. TORIS Access. TORIS is an FOUO system and requires a TORIS account. TORIS is
accessed via the web from a CAC enabled, .mil computer (NMCI, ONE NET, Ship LAN) at the
web address, https://toris.dc3n.navy.mil.
5. TORIS User Assistance. TORIS includes a Help Function that provides User Guides,
FAQs, Update Information and Trouble Ticket tool. Assistance can also be provided by
contacting the TORIS help desk at 619-556-5794 or by email to atg_toris_hd@navy.mil.
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Appendix E
This appendix provides a list of sample message formats to be used throughout the OFRP in
conjunction with the training and certification requirements outlined in this document.
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Sample 1
FM USS SHIP
TO ADCON ISIC
INFO COMUSFLTFORCOM NORFOLK VA/COMPACFLT PEARL HARBOR HI/
COMSECONDFLT/COMTHIRDFLT/COMFIFTHFLT/COMSIXTHFLT/COMSEVENTHFLT
(as appropriate)
COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA/
COMNAVSURFGRU WESTPAC YOKOSUKA JA/COMNAVSURFGRU MIDPAC/RSO
PNW EVERETT WA (as appropriate)
COMCARSTRKGRU/COMEXSTRKGRU (as appropriate)
COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC
NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
AFLOATRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA/AFLOATRAGRU NORFOLK VA/AFLOATRAGRU
MAYPORT FL/AFLOATRAGRUMIDPAC PEARL HARBOR
HI/AFLOATRAGRUPACNORWEST EVERETT WA/AFLOATRAGRUWESTPAC
YOKOSUKA JA/ENGASMLANT NORFOLK VA/ENGASMPAC SAN DIEGO CA/
EWTGLANT NORFOLK VA/EWTGPAC SAN DIEGO CA/ COMNAVBEACHGRU
ONE/COMNAVBEACHGRU TWO/NAVINFORWARDEVCEN NORFOLK VA/
NAVINFORWARTRAGRU NORFOLK VA/ NAVINFORWARTRAGRU SAN DIEGO
CA/NAVINFORWARTRAGRU GULFPORT MS (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
UNCLAS
MSGID/GENADMIN/SHIP/MMM//
SUBJ/USS SHIP [APPLICABLE MISSION AREA] POLICY EXCEPTION REQUEST//
REF/A/DOC/CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
AMPN/SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL (SFTRM)//
POC/OPS/LCDR/SHIP/-/EMAIL: OPS(AT)SHIP.NAVY.(SMIL.)MIL/TEL:XXX-XXX-XXXX//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, POLICY EXCEPTION REQUEST SUBMITTED TO CONDUCT
TRAINING/EVENT WITH THE FOLLOWING DEFICIENCIES:
2. PER REF A, USS SHIP IS REQUIRED TO HAVE ____ TO CONDUCT _____.
2.A. DEFICIENT CRITERION:
2.A.1. CIRCUMSTANCES LEADING TO INABILITY TO ACHIEVE CRITERION:
2.A.2. CURRENT EFFORTS TO CORRECT DEFICIENCY:
2.A.3. ANTICIPATED DATE CRITERION WILL BE SATISFIED:
2.B. DEFICIENT CRITERION:
2.B.1. CIRCUMSTANCES LEADING TO INABILITY TO ACHIEVE CRITERION:
2.B.2. CURRENT EFFORTS TO CORRECT DEFICIENCY:
2.B.3. ANTICIPATED DATE CRITERION WILL BE SATISFIED:
3. IMPACT TO TRAINING AND/OR OPERATIONS:
4. COMMENTS: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS AS REQUIRED//
BT
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FM ADCON ISIC
TO [appropriate assessing authority] COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN DIEGO CA
/COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC NORFOLK VA
AFLOATRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA/AFLOATRAGRU NORFOLK VA/AFLOATRAGRU
MAYPORT FL/AFLOATRAGRUMIDPAC PEARL HARBOR
HI/AFLOATRAGRUPACNORWEST EVERETT WA/AFLOATRAGRUWESTPAC
YOKOSUKA JA/ENGASMLANT NORFOLK VA/ENGASMPAC SAN DIEGO CA/
EWTGLANT NORFOLK VA/EWTGPAC SAN DIEGO CA/ COMNAVBEACHGRU
ONE/COMNAVBEACHGRU TWO/NAVINFORWARDEVCEN NORFOLK VA/
NAVINFORWARTRAGRU NORFOLK VA/ NAVINFORWARTRAGRU SAN DIEGO
CA/NAVINFORWARTRAGRU GULFPORT MS (as appropriate)
INFO COMUSFLTFORCOM NORFOLK VA/COMPACFLT PEARL HARBOR HI
/NAVINFOWARTRAGRU NORFOLK VA/SAN DIEGO CA (as appropriate)
COMSECONDFLT/COMTHIRDFLT/COMFIFTHFLT/COMSIXTHFLT/COMSEVENTHFLT
(as appropriate)
COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA/
COMNAVSURFGRU WESTPAC YOKOSUKA JA/COMNAVSURFGRU MIDPAC/RSO
PNW EVERETT WA (as appropriate)
COMCARSTRKGRU/COMEXSTRKGRU (as appropriate)
COMCARSTRKGRU FOUR/FIFTEEN (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
BT
UNCLAS
MSGID/GENADMIN/ADCON ISIC/MMM//
SUBJ/USS SHIP [APPLICABLE MISSION AREA] POLICY EXCEPTION REQUEST ISIC
ENDORSEMENT//
REF/A/DOC/CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
REF/B/MSGID: GENADMIN/SHIP/DTG//
NARR/REF A IS SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL (SFTRM).
REF B IS USS SHIP [APPLICABLE MISSION AREA] POLICY EXCEPTION REQUEST //
POC/TRAINO/LT/ISIC/-/EMAIL: TRAINO(AT)NAVY.(SMIL.)MIL/TEL:XXX-XXX-
XXXX//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, ISIC ENDORSES AND RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF REF B.
2. IMPACT TO TRAINING AND/OR OPERATIONS:
3. COMMENTS: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS AS REQUIRED//
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Sample 5
No later than four weeks prior to the completion of the Maintenance Phase, the ISIC will submit
to TYCOM (CNSGWP for C7F) the Basic Phase Training Certification Plan (BPTCP).
In, C6F the ISIC will submit this message to the TYCOM prior to Unit Level Training execution.
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BP end date, and all known interferences that prevent training. Examples are: Ammo Onload,
Holiday and POM stand-downs, operational tasking, and any Advanced/Integrated training
events scheduled during BP.)
2. USS SHIP BASIC PHASE TRAINING PLAN SUMMARY:
(Use “REVISED” column only when sending a BP certification plan update.)
EVENT PLANNED REVISED NOTE
A. UNIT LEVEL TRAINING START:
B. BASIC PHASE START:
C. BASIC PHASE END:
D. UNIT LEVEL TRAINING END:
E. UNIT LEVEL TRAINING WEEKS:
F. BASIC PHASE TRAINING WEEKS:
3. USS SHIP BASIC PHASE TRAINING CERTIFICATION PLAN SCHEDULE:
(Use “REVISED” column only when sending a BP certification plan update.)
EVENT PLANNED REVISED
SAR MAT CERT
READ-E 4
MOB-D DCMA
MOB-E LOA
CONTRACTOR SEA TRIALS
CREW CERT
SAR CERT
READ-E 5
CMAV
TYCOM SEA TRIALS
BP START
3M CERT
AMW CERT
AT CERT
COMMS CERT
EXPSAF CERT
FSO-M MEDICAL CERT
MOB-A ARQ
MOB-A HELO DAY
MOB-D DC CERT
MOB-E WATCH TEAM (T/C)
MOB-N NAV CERT
MOB-S SEAMANSHIP CERT
SUP SMC
READ-E 6
CMAV
ASW SSRNM
ASW LIVE ASW
AW LIVE FIRE
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BMD CERT
CRY
CYBER
EW
MIW CERT
STW-CMTQ
STW-NSFS
SW LIVE FIRE
VBSS CERT
BP END
4. USS SHIP BASIC PHASE TRAINING CERTIFICATION PLAN
INTERFERENCE: (Use “REVISED” column only when sending a BP certification plan
update)
INTERFERENCE PLANNED REVISED NOTE
(e.g.) AMMO ONLOAD
GROUP SAIL
NUWTAC (0/1/2/3)
C2X
5. ISIC COMMENTS:
6. ATG COMMENTS: ATG HAS REVIEWED USS SHIP READINESS ASSESSMENT
RESULTS AND IS PREPARED TO COMMENCE BASIC PHASE TRAINING. {AS
APPROPRIATE: BASED ON USS SHIP MAINTENANCE DELAY/SKED CHANGE/ETC,
RECOMMEND BP START/END DATE BE REVISED TO THE FOLLOWING}
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Engineering Assessments will submit the MOB-E LOA Material Readiness Certification
Completion Report at the completion of the material certification event to ISIC and info the
TYCOM.
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PROCEED THEN USE THIS LINE ITEM AND ADJUST THE SEQUENTIAL NUMBERS. IF
SHIP ACHIEVED MINIMUM EQUIPMENT THEN OMIT THIS LINE ITEM.)
A. LIST OUTSTANDING ITEMS HERE
3. XXX OF XXX (XX.X PCT) SCHEDULED MATERIAL COLD AND HOT CHECKS WERE
COMPLETED BY THE END OF THE MATERIAL CERTIFICATION.
4. SAFE TO OPERATE CRITERIA WAS/WAS NOT MET AND MAINTAINED.
5. MINIMUM EQUIPMENT WAS/WAS NOT MET AND MAINTAINED. EQUIPMENT NOT
CLEARED DURING THIS ASSESSMENT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED OPERATIONAL
FOR MOB-E CERTIFICATION EVENT UNLESS AN EAP QUALIFIED ASSESSOR
CLEARS THE EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO THE START OF THE WATCH TEAM (T/C). THE
FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT WAS NOT CLEARED FOR OPERATION:
A. LIST EQUIPMENT HERE
6. TEMPORARY STANDING ORDERS GENERATED DURING THIS ASSESSMENT: X.
7. DEPARTURE FROM SPECIFICATION GENERATED DURING THIS ASSESSMENT: X.
8. ITEMS OF PRIORITY: X.
A. LIST SUMMARY TOPIC FOR IOP HERE. IF NO IOP’S OMIT LINE.
9. ITEMS OF CONCERN: X.
A. LIST SUMMARY TOPIC FOR IOC HERE. IF NO IOC’S OMIT LINE.
10. (OPTIONAL, REPORT THE FOLLOWING IF A COLD AND HOT CHECKS WERE
PERFORMED AND ADJUST SEQUENTIAL NUMBERS. IF A TYCOM LOA WAS
PERFORMED DELETE PROGRAM AND FIREFIGHTING CAPABILITY RESULTS AND
PROCEED TO SENIOR ASSESSOR COMMENTS) THE FOLLOWING MANAGEMENT
PROGRAMS WERE ASSESSED AND GRADED:
A. SOH:
1) HEAT STRESS – EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY/NOT EFFECTIVE
2) HEARING CONSERVATION - EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY/NOT EFFECTIVE
3) ELECTRICAL SAFETY - EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY/NOT EFFECTIVE
4) TAG OUT - EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY/NOT EFFECTIVE
B. CRITICAL:
1) PQS - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS
2) ENGINEERING TRAINING - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT
OPERATIONS
3) LUBE OIL QUALITY MANAGEMENT - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT
OPERATIONS
4) FUEL OIL QUALITY MANAGEMENT - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT
OPERATIONS
5) LEGAL RECORDS - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS
6) DIESEL READINESS SYSTEM - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT
OPERATIONS
7) MAIN PROPULSION BOILER WATER/FEED WATER (BW/FW) –
READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS
8) AUXILIARY BW/FW - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS
C. OTHER PROGRAMS
1) EOSS - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS
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Engineering Assessments will submit the T/C QUICKLOOK report at the completion of MOB-E
certification to TYCOM and info the ISIC. In addition to reporting certification, the message will
identify major items that require correction but do not restrict certification or safe operation.
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ATG will submit the Basic Phase Training Completion report to the TYCOM, info ISIC,
reporting completion of all Basic Phase training requirements. This message will be used by
TYCOMs to report to NFC completion of Basic Phase training and readiness requirements and
readiness to commence follow-on training or report non-completion of Basic Phase training and
readiness requirements.
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SAR
SUP
TIER 1 MOBILITY
AMW
COMMS
MOB-A ARQ
MOB-A HELO DAY
MOB-D
MOB-E WATCH TEAM (T/C)
MOB-N
MOB-S
READ-E 6
CMAV
TIER 2 TACTICAL
ASW
BMD
CRY
CYBER
EW
MIW
STW-CMTQ
STW-NSFS
VBSS
4. USS SHIP BASIC PHASE TRAINING CERTIFICATION INTERFERENCE:
INTERFERENCE PLANNED REVISED ACTUAL
(e.g.) AMMO ONLOAD
5. TRAINING READINESS:
TRAINING COMPLETE. THE FOLLOWING DISCREPANCIES REMAIN:
6. DEGRADATIONS THAT IMPACTED ABILITY TO ATTAIN ALL CERTIFICATION
A. SCHEDULE ISSUES:
B. PERSONNEL ISSUES:
C. EQUIPMENT ISSUES:
D. SUPPLY ISSUES:
E. TRAINING ISSUES:
(Provide a summary of each Mission Area that experienced negative schedule impacts for any of
the above reasons.)
7. ISIC COMMENTS:
8. ATG COMMENTS://
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At the end of each mission area Basic Phase training, ATG will submit the Mission Area
Training Completion Report to the TYCOM and ISIC, info the Numbered Fleet Commander
reporting completion of that mission area’s certification training events and recommendation for
granting certification or holding certification until all requirements are met. Mission areas with
WTCC positions, recommendation messages will include a list of watchstanders and watch
teams (Blue/Gold), as applicable, that were assessed during training. For MOB-A mission area
sample messages, refer to CNSP/CNSLINST 3700.1 .
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FM USS SHIP
TO ADCON ISIC
INFO COMUSFLTFORCOM NORFOLK VA/COMPACFLT PEARL HARBOR HI/
COMSECONDFLT/COMTHIRDFLT/COMFIFTHFLT/COMSIXTHFLT/COMSEVENTHFLT
(as appropriate)
COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA/
COMNAVSURFGRU WESTPAC YOKOSUKA JA/COMNAVSURFGRU MIDPAC/RSO
PNW EVERETT WA (as appropriate)
COMCARSTRKGRU/COMEXSTRKGRU (as appropriate)
COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC
NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
AFLOATRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA/AFLOATRAGRU NORFOLK VA/AFLOATRAGRU
MAYPORT FL/AFLOATRAGRUMIDPAC PEARL HARBOR
HI/AFLOATRAGRUPACNORWEST EVERETT WA/AFLOATRAGRUWESTPAC
YOKOSUKA JA/ENGASMLANT NORFOLK VA/ENGASMPAC SAN DIEGO CA/
EWTGLANT NORFOLK VA/EWTGPAC SAN DIEGO CA/ COMNAVBEACHGRU
ONE/COMNAVBEACHGRU TWO/NAVINFORWARDEVCEN NORFOLK VA/
NAVINFORWARTRAGRU NORFOLK VA/ NAVINFORWARTRAGRU SAN DIEGO
CA/NAVINFORWARTRAGRU GULFPORT MS (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
UNCLAS
MSGID/GENADMIN/SHIP/MMM//
SUBJ/USS SHIP [APPLICABLE MISSION AREA] CV REQUEST//
REF/A/DOC/CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
AMPN/SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL (SFTRM)//
POC/OPS/LCDR/SHIP/-/EMAIL: OPS(AT)SHIP.NAVY.(SMIL.)MIL/TEL:XXX-XXX-XXXX//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, USS SHIP REQUEST PERMISSION TO CONDUCT A
CERTIFICATION VALIDATION IN THE [MISSION AREA] MISSION AREA.
2. IMPACT TO SCHEDULE AND/OR OPERATIONS, IF NOT APPROVED:
3. COMMENTS: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS AS REQUIRED//
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FM ADCON ISIC
TO [appropriate assessing authority] COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN DIEGO CA
/COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC NORFOLK VA
AFLOATRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA/AFLOATRAGRU NORFOLK VA/AFLOATRAGRU
MAYPORT FL/AFLOATRAGRUMIDPAC PEARL HARBOR
HI/AFLOATRAGRUPACNORWEST EVERETT WA/AFLOATRAGRUWESTPAC
YOKOSUKA JA/ENGASMLANT NORFOLK VA/ENGASMPAC SAN DIEGO CA/
EWTGLANT NORFOLK VA/EWTGPAC SAN DIEGO CA/ COMNAVBEACHGRU
ONE/COMNAVBEACHGRU TWO/NAVINFORWARDEVCEN NORFOLK VA/
NAVINFORWARTRAGRU NORFOLK VA/ NAVINFORWARTRAGRU SAN DIEGO
CA/NAVINFORWARTRAGRU GULFPORT MS (as appropriate)
INFO COMUSFLTFORCOM NORFOLK VA/COMPACFLT PEARL HARBOR HI (as
appropriate)
COMSECONDFLT/COMTHIRDFLT/COMFIFTHFLT/COMSIXTHFLT/COMSEVENTHFLT
(as appropriate)
COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA/
COMNAVSURFGRU WESTPAC YOKOSUKA JA/COMNAVSURFGRU MIDPAC/RSO
PNW EVERETT WA (as appropriate)
COMCARSTRKGRU/COMEXSTRKGRU (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
BT
UNCLAS
MSGID/GENADMIN/ADCON ISIC/MMM//
SUBJ/USS SHIP [APPLICABLE MISSION AREA] CERTIFICATION VALIDATION
REQUEST ISIC ENDORSEMENT//
REF/A/DOC/CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
REF/B/MSGID: GENADMIN/SHIP/DTG//
NARR/REF A IS SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL (SFTRM).
REF B IS USS SHIP [APPLICABLE MISSION AREA] CV REQUEST //
POC/TRAINO/LT/ISIC/-/EMAIL: TRAINO(AT)NAVY.(SMIL.)MIL/TEL:XXX-XXX-
XXXX//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, ISIC ENDORSES AND RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF REF B.
2. IMPACT TO TRAINING AND/OR OPERATIONS:
3. COMMENTS: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS AS REQUIRED//
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For ships that conduct a mission area certification validation (CV), ATG will submit the Mission
Area CV Completion Report to the TYCOM and ISIC, info the Numbered Fleet Commander
reporting completion of CV requirements and recommendation to extend mission area
certification. A ship cannot conduct two consecutive CVs. CVs will be tracked by ATG.
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FM USS SHIP
TO EWTGLANT NORFOLK VA / EWTGPAC SAN DIEGO CA (as applicable)
INFO COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA / COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA /
COMNAVSURFGRU WESTPAC YOKOSUKA JA / COMNAVSURFGRU MIDPAC / RSO
PNW EVERETT WA (as applicable)
COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC NORFOLK VA / COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN
DIEGO CA (as applicable)
ISIC
USS SHIP
BT
UNCLAS//
MSGID/GENADMIN/SHIP/MMM//
SUBJ/NSFS READINESS FOR TRAINING//
REF/A/DOC/CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
AMPN/REF A IS SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL (SFTRM).//
POC/GUNNER/LTJG/USS /TEL: 123-456-7890/EMAIL: GUNNER(AT)NAVY.MIL//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, USS SHIP IS READY TO PROCEED WITH NSFS TRAINING AS
SCHEDULED.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS OF CONCERN OR INCOMPLETE/ETR
A. PUBLICATION REVIEW
B. EQUIPMENT FAMILIARITY
C. PQS QUALIFICATIONS
D. RECEIPT OF TRAINING OPORD
3. MATERIAL ITEMS OF CONCERN/ETR (IF REQUIRED)//
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READ-E 1 Report
FM USS SHIP
TO COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA (as
appropriate)
ISIC
INFO COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC
NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
ENGASMPAC SAN DIEGO CA/ENGASMLANT NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
COMNAVNETWARCOM VIRGINIA BEACH VA
COMNAVIFOR SUFFOLK VA
COMNAVBEACHGRU ONE/TWO (as appropriate, AMPHIB only)
COMAFLOATRAGRU NORFOLK VA/COMAFLOATRAGRU MAYPORT FL/
AFLOATRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA/AFLOATRAGRUMIDPAC PEARL HARBOR HI/
AFLOATRAGRUWESTPAC YOKOSUKA JA/AFLOATRAGRUPACNORWEST EVERETT
WA (as appropriate)
NAVINFOWARDEVCEN NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
NAVIFORWARTRAGRU NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
NAVINFOWARTRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA (as appropriate)
NAVINFOWARDEVGRU GULFPORT MS (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
BT
MSGID/GENADMIN/SHIP//
SUBJ/USS SHIP READ-E 1 REPORT//
REF/A/DOC/CNSPLINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
AMPN/REF A IS SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND READINESS MANUAL.//
RMKS/
1. PER REFS A AND B, THIS MESSAGE PROVIDES A SUMMARY OF THE READ-E 1
SELF- ASSESSMENT CONDUCTED ON USS (SHIP’S NAME) DDMMMYY – DDMMMYY.
2. CURRENT MISSION AREA PROFICIENCY (TORIS MISSION AREA FOM/CO’S
ASSESSMENT). MISSION AREA TORIS MISSION AREA FOM/CO
AIR WARFARE (AW) XXX/XXX
AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE (AMW) XXX/XXX
ANTI-SUBMARINE (ASW) XXX/XXX
ANTI-TERRORISM (AT) XXX/XXX
AVIATION (MOB-A) XXX/XXX
BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE (BMD) XXX/XXX
COMMUNICATIONS (COMMS) XXX/XXX
CRYPTOLOGY (CRY) XXX/XXX
CYBER (CYBER) XXX/XXX
DAMAGE CONTROL (MOB-D) XXX/XXX
ELECTRONIC WARFARE (EW) XXX/XXX
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READ-E 2 Report
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READ-E 3 Report
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CSTT:
DCTT:
ETT:
MTT:
STT:
3. MANNING REVIEW:
A. REPORT FIT/FILL
4. CRITICAL NEC REVIEW:
A. REPORT CNEC SHORTFALLS, BBD VERSUS CNEC TH
B. COMMENTS:
5. CRITICAL/NON-CRITICAL SCHOOLS REVIEW:
A. BASED ON READ-E1 REPORT, THE FOLLOWING CRITICAL (CR)/NON-CRITICAL
SCHOOLS SHORTFALLS EXIST:
CIN RATE STATUS
6. PQS/TRAINING PROGRAM REVIEW.
A. THE FOLLOWING ARE THE COMMAND TRAINING AND PQS GRADES.
EFFECTIVE: GREATER THAN 80, PARTIALLY EFFECTIVE: 65-79, INEFFECTIVE:
LESS THAN 64.
TRAINING PQS
1. A DIV
2. E DIV
3. MP DIV
4. R DIV
5. CC DIV
6. CE DIV
7. CF DIV
8. OT DIV
9. OI DIV
10. OD DIV
11. NAV
12. CA DIV
13. CG DIV
14. CM DIV
15. ADMIN
16. MEDICAL
17. SUPPLY (S1, S2, etc.)
B. SPECIFIC COMMENTS FOR EACH DEPARTMENT AND DIVISION WERE
DISCUSSED AND SUBMITTED TO THE SHIP FROM CNSL N7.
7. CRAV REPORT TRANSMITTED SEPCOR.
8. SOH AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS REPORT TRANSMITTED SEPCOR.
9. N7 REMARKS:
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READ-E 4 Report
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READ-E 5 Report
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C. STEERING
D. ANCHOR DROP
E. GUNNERY DEMONSTRATIONS (25MM AND LARGER CALIBER WEAPONS)
F. DEMONSTRATE OPERABILITY OF VOICE, DATA LINK, AND NETWORKS
G. BALLAST AND DE-BALLAST (AS APPLICABLE)
H. AFFF OPERATIONAL CHECKS (AS APPLICABLE)
I. MINE HUNTING/SWEEPING
J. CRANE OPERATIONAL CHECKS
4. SENIOR ASSESSOR’S COMMENTS.
5. POST-AVAILABILITY TSRA COMPLETION REPORT WILL BE PROVIDED SEPCOR.//
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FM ISIC
TO COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA (as
appropriate)
INFO COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC
NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
ENGASMPAC SAN DIEGO CA/ENGASMLANT NORFOLK VA (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
ISIC
BT
UNCLAS
SUBJ/USS SHIP SAFE TO START ASSESSMENT//
MSGID/GENADMIN//
REF/A/CNSPLINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
AMPN/REF A IS THE SURFACE FORCE READINESS MANUAL.//
POC/LAST, FIRST/NAME/UNIT/-/TEL: (XXX)XXX-XXXX// GENTEXT/REMARKS/-//
RMKS/1. A SAFE TO START ASSESSMENT WAS CONDUCTED ON USS SHIP ON XX
MMM YYYY, AT XXX. THE OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSESSMENT PER REF A
(WERE/WERE NOT) ACCOMPLISHED. THE SHIP IS ASSESSED AS (READY / NOT
READY) HOT PLANT TESTING.
2. THE FOLLOWING TIMELINE AND SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR HOT PLANT
TESTING APPLIES:
3. ISIC COMMENTS:
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LOA REPORT
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B. IOP 2
9. TOTAL NUMBER OF ITEMS OF CONCERN IDENTIFIED: X
A. IOC 1
B. IOC 2
10. TOTAL NUMBER OF CASREPS: X
11. THE FOLLOWING MATERIAL CHECKS OUTSTANDING TO ACHIEVE MINIMUM
EQUIPMENT:
A. LIST
12. THE FOLLOWING MATERIAL CHECKS WERE NOT ACCOMPLISHED:
A. LIST
13. THE FOLLOWING MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS WERE ASSESSED AND GRADED:
A. SOH:
1) HEAT STRESS – EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY EFFECTIVE/NOT EFFECTIVE
2) HEARING CONSERVATION - EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY EFFECTIVE/NOT EFFECTIVE
3) ELECTRICAL SAFETY - EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY EFFECTIVE/NOT EFFECTIVE
4) TAG OUT - EFFECTIVE/PARTIALLY EFFECTIVE/NOT EFFECTIVE
B. CRITICAL:
1) PQS – READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
2) ENGINEERING TRAINING - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
3) LUBE OIL QUALITY MANAGEMENT – READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
4) FUEL OIL QUALITY MANAGEMENT - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
5) LEGAL RECORDS - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
6) DIESEL READINESS SYSTEM - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
C. OTHER PROGRAMS
1) EOSS – READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
2) OPERATING LOGS - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
3) QUALITY ASSURANCE - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
4) MGTESR-WEBLOG - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT OFF
5) DEPARTURE FROM SPECIFICATIONS - READY/NOT READY TO SUPPORT LIGHT
OFF
14. MAIN SPACE FIREFIGHTING CAPABILITY WAS ASSESSED AS SUPPORTING
LIGHT OFF/NOT SUPPORTING LIGHT OFF.
15. SENIOR ASSESSORS COMMENTS://
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FM USS (SHIP)
TO ISIC
INFO TYCOM
NUMBERED FLEET COMMANDER
COMAFLOATRAGRU(LANT or PAC as appropriate)
AFLOATRAGRU (as appropriate)
MSGID/GENADMIN/(SHIP)/(MONTH)//
SUBJ/USS (SHIP) WTCC MISSION AREA VALIDATION PLAN//
REF/A/DOC/COMNAVSURFPAC/LANTINST 3502.7A/DDMMMYY//
AMPN/REF A IS CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7A (SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND
READINESS MANUAL)//
POC/(NAME)/(RANK)/(POSITION)/(LOCATION)/(EMAIL)//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, (USS SHIP) WTCC MISSION AREA VALIDATION PLAN REPORTS
THAT (SHIP) HAS LESS THAN THE MINIMUM KEY WATCH STANDERS REQUIRED
IN A WATCH TEAM CONTINUITY CRITICAL (WTCC) MISSION AREA, AND
PROPOSES THE FOLLOWING PLAN TO MEET PERSONNEL TRAINING PROFICIENCY
REQUIREMENTS.
2. THE FOLLOWING MISSION AREA(S) ARE NEGATIVELY AFFECTED BY CURRENT
MANNING:
A. (MISSION AREA): (STATE DETAILS IN THIS PARAGRAPH. FOR EXAMPLE, 2 OF 2
ASWE NOT ONBOARD DUE TO UNPLANNED LOSS, ETC.)
3. THE FOLLOWING PLAN WILL BE INSTITUTED UNTIL REQUIRED PERSONNEL
REPORT ONBOARD OR PROFICIENCY TRAINING IS COMPLETE:
A. (MISSION AREA): (STATE SPECIFIC MITIGATION STEPS. FOR EXAMPLE,
DIVISION OFFICER WITH PREVIOUS ASWE EXPERIENCE INTERIM QUALIFIED,
ADDITIONAL DRILLS AND TRAINING SCENARIOS TO BE RUN, INCREASED
CLASSROOM TRAINING, EMIR SUBMITTED, TYCOM N1 CONTACTED, SCHOOL
QUOTA CONFIRMED, ETC.)
4. REQUEST VALIDATION PER REF A//
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FM ISIC
TO TYCOM
INFO NUMBERED FLEET COMMANDER
COMAFLOATRAGRU(LANT or PAC as appropriate)
AFLOATRAGRU (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
MSGID/GENADMIN/(ISIC)/(MONTH)//
SUBJ/USS (SHIP) WTCC MISSION AREA VALIDATION COMPLETION REPORT//
REF/A/DOC/COMNAVSURFPAC/LANT/DDMMMYY//
REF/B/MSG/USS SHIP/DDMMYY//
NARR/REF A IS CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7A (SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND
READINESS MANUAL). REF B IS USS SHIP WTCC MISSION AREA VALIDATION
PLAN MESSAGE.//
POC/(NAME)/(RANK)/(POSITION)/(LOCATION)/(EMAIL)//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, VALIDATION OF USS SHIP WTCC MISSION AREA SHORTFALL
REPORTED IN REF B IS COMPLETE.
2. USS SHIP DEMONSTRATED THE FOLLOWING:
A. (STATE RE’S ACCOMPLISHED AND SCORES ATTAINED, STATUS OF REQUIRED
SCHOOLS AND NEC’S FOR THE AFFECTED MISSION AREA (if applicable), AND ANY
OTHER SIGNIFICANT INFORMATION)
3. LIST OF WATCHSTANDERS AND/OR WATCH TEAMS TRAINED AND ASSESSED
DURING VALIDATION ARE AS FOLLOWS:
A. FCC DECKPLATE (GOLD TEAM)
B. FC2 SAILOR (GOLD TEAM)
C. FC2 RACK (GOLD TEAM)
D. FC1 LEADER (BLUE TEAM)
E. FC2 WORKER (BLUE TEAM)
F. FC3 MOTIVATED (BLUE TEAM)
4. REQUEST TYCOM ENDORSEMENT.//
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FM ATG SITE
TO COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA
COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA
INFO ISIC
COMAFLOATRAGRU(LANT or PAC as appropriate)
AFLOATRAGRU (as appropriate)
USS SHIP
UNCLAS
SECINFO/U/-//
MSGID/GENADMIN/COMAFLOATRAGRU SITE/xxx//
SUBJ/USS (SHIP) 3-M CERTIFICATION, RE-CERTIFICATION, PROGRAM VALIDATION
REPORT//
REF/A/MSGID: DOC/COMNAVSURFPAC/COMNAVSURFLANTINST 4790.1H//
REF/B/MSGID: DOC/3-M REPORTS FOR SHIP NAME (HULL NUMBER)/-//
NARR/REF A IS GUIDANCE FOR 3-M CERTIFICATION. REF B IS DETAILED REPORTS
PROVIDED AT DEBRIEF.//
POC/NAME/RANK/ATG SITE/EMAIL/TEL NUMBER//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/-//
RMKS/1. PER REF A, USS SHIP (HULL NUMBER) (3-M CERTIFICATION/
3-M RE-CERTIFICATION, PROGRAM VALIDATION) WAS CONDUCTED
DAY/MONTH/YEAR. AS A RESULT OF THE SCORES ATTAINED DURING THE (3 -M
CERTIFICATION/3-M RE-CERTIFICATION, PROGRAM VALIDATION) COMMANDER,
AFLOAT TRAINING GROUP SITE (IS/IS NOT) RECOMMENDING USS SHIP FOR
CERTIFICATION IN 3-M.
2. 3-M CERTIFICATION SCORE IS:
3. CLER SCORE IS:
4. DEPARTMENTAL TOTAL SCORE(S) ARE LISTED BELOW:
5. PERCENT OF UNSAT SPOT CHECKS
6. OVERALL ASSESSMENT PASS/FAIL.
7. MAINTENANCE UNIVERSITY ATTENDANCE
AREA PERCENTAGE OF ATTENDANCE
8. THE FOLLOWING SIGNIFICANT DISCREPANCIES WERE IDENTIFIED:
9. COMMANDING OFFICER, USS SHIP IS RESPONSIBLE FOR TAKING ACTIONS
REQUIRED TO CORRECT DISCREPANCIES PROVIDED IN REF B.
10. ISIC RESPONSIBLE FOR REMEDIAL ACTIONS TO CORRECT DISCREPANCIES/
11. SENIOR ASSESSOR COMMENTS//
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FM USS SHIP
TO COMNAVSURFPAC SAN DIEGO CA/COMNAVSURFLANT NORFOLK VA
INFO COMAFLOATRAGRUPAC SAN DIEGO CA
COMAFLOATRAGRU ATLANTIC NORFOLK VA
COMNAVNETWARCOM VIRGINIA BEACH VA
COMNAVIFOR SUFFOLK VA
AFLOATRAGRU MAYPORT FL
AFLOATRAGRU NORFOLK VA
AFLOATRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA
AFLOATRAGRUMIDPAC PEARL HARBOR HI
AFLOATRAGRUPACNORWEST EVERETT WA
AFLOATRAGRUWESTPAC YOKOSUKA JA
CENSURFCOMBATSYS DET
NAVINFOWARDEVCEN NORFOLK VA
NAVIFORWARTRAGRU NORFOLK VA
NAVINFOWARTRAGRU SAN DIEGO CA
NAVINFORWARDEVGRU GULFPORT MS
USS SHIP
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UNCLAS
MSGID/GENADMIN/USS SHIP/MONTH//
SUBJ/USS SHIP MONTHLY MISSION AREA STATUS REPORT//
REF/A/CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7/01NOV18//
REF/B/ATGPAC-ATGLANTINST 3502.3/30APR19//
NARR/REF A IS CNSP-CNSLINST 3502.7, SURFACE FORCE TRAINING AND
READINESS MANUAL. REF B IS ATGPAC-ATGLANTINST 3502.3, EXPEDITIONARY
SEA BASE (ESB) TRAINING GUIDANCE //
POC/RANK NAME/POSITION/USS SHIP/EMAIL/TEL//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1./ SHIP SUBMIT MONTHLY MISSION AREA STATUS IS AS
FOLLOWS:
WARFARE MA FOM CE FOM EXPIRED RES REMAINING CES CERT EXPIRATION
3M ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## MMMYYYY
AT ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## MMMYYYY
EXPSAF ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## MMMYYYY
FSO-M ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## MMMYYYY
SAR ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## MMMYYYY
COMMS ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## N/A
MOB-A ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## N/A
SW ### ### ## OF ## ## OF ## N/A//
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Appendix F
KEY REFERENCES
This appendix provides overarching guidance and lists key readiness references, by PESTO
pillars, which support SFTRM execution. Additional references reside on the ATGPAC and
ATGLANT websites.
Personnel Related Guidance. Manning, NECs, and shipboard programs (not covered in other
PESTO certifications or inspections)
13. NAVY TRAFFIC SAFETY PROGRAM (OPNAVINST 5100.12). Specifies traffic training
requirements for afloat commands.
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planned, executed, completed, and documented within all Fleet commands. Sets Regional
Maintenance policies across all platforms. Provides process descriptions for use by schools such
as Surface Warfare Officer School (SWOS), Senior Officer Ship Maintenance and Repair Course
(SOSMRC), Engineering Duty (ED), Technical Training, etc.
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k. COMNAVUSURFPAC/COMNASURFLANT/COMNAVIFOR Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) 12 September 2018.
2. 3M Guidance:
e. AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE EXERCISES (FXP 5). Provides exercises that will support
the training of units in each of their naval warfare Mission Areas and required operational
capability/ projected operational environment (ROC/ POE) statements as outlined in
OPNAVINSTC3501.2.
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Contains information on craft systems, operating procedures, emergency and casualty control
procedures, standards, training and administration, cargo handling, performance data, well deck
ship operations, alternate missions, and mission planning required for safe and effective LCAC
operations and training.
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c. C4I INFRASTRUCTURE (NTTP 6-02). Defines the command and control, battle
management, sensor data dissemination, and situational awareness data requirements that ensures
the ability to provide robust, reliable communication to all nodes, based on their varying
information requirements and capabilities.
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E capabilities and limitations, specific mission planning guidelines, and tactics and techniques
for accomplishing the mission.
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b. NAVAL INTELLIGENCE (NDP 2). Articulates naval doctrine and provide the
foundation for the development of intelligence tactics, techniques, and procedures.
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(OPNAVINST 8023.24). Specifies policies and procedures for the management and
administration of the Ammunition and Explosives Handling QUAL/CERT Program.
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Appendix G
ACRONYMS
MI Material Inspection
MIDPAC Middle Pacific
MITE Monthly Inport Training Exercise
MIW Mine Warfare
MOB-A Mobility - Aviation
MOB-D Mobility - Damage Control
MOB-E Mobility – Engineering
MOB-N Mobility – Navigation
MOB-S Mobility - Seamanship
MRC Maintenance Requirement Card
MRGHA Main Reduction Gear Health Assessment
MTJ Multicast Tactical Data Information Link (J series message)
MTT Medical Training Team
MTT Mobile Training Team
MWR Morale, Welfare, and Recreation
NAVIFOR Naval Information Forces
NAVOSH Navy Occupational Safety and Health
NBG Naval Beach Group
NCF Navy Cyber Forces
NCTE Navy Continuous Training Environment
NDP Naval Doctrine Publication
NEC Navy Enlisted Classification
NETC Naval Education and Training Command
NFC Numbered Fleet Commander
NFCS Naval Fire Control System
NLT No Later Than
NMET Navy Mission Essential Task
NMETL Navy Mission Essential Task List
NOSSA Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity
NPC Navy Personnel Command
NRRE Navy Readiness Reporting Enterprise
NSFS Naval Surface Fire Support
NSSMS North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Seasparrow Surface Missile System
NSST Navigation Seamanship ship Handling Training
NSTM Naval Ships' Technical Manual
NTA Navy Tactical Task
NTCSS Naval Tactical Command Support System
NTDC Non-Tactical Data Collection
NTRP Navy Tactical Reference Publication
NTSP Navy Training System Plan
NTTP Navy Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
NUWTAC Navy Undersea Warfare Training and Assessment Course
NWTP Navy Warfare Training Plan
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