During the 16-week course, BOLC students engage in multiple practical exercises to practice critical thinking and develop as adaptive leaders. Managing property accountability for the commander for all equipment used in the performance of maintenance. Per unit SOP, the company executive officer or 1SG supervises the flow of these critical maintenance documents and parts. Anticipating expected work loads, shop progress, difficulties encountered during repair actions, and maintenance supply actions. A recovery team is dispatched to perform recovery operations at the breakdown site or from an intermediate coordinated location within the area of operation. It ensures that subordinate elements follow the policies and procedures prescribed by the FSC commander and the FSB commander. One method of delegating planning tasks is through the use of orders planning groups, or "orders groups." Make recommendations to the commander on NBC survey and/or monitoring, decontamination, and smoke support requirements. Principal staff assistant to the battalion commander. The maintenance platoon operates and controls the BN/TF UMCP. In the absence of the ULLS-G computer, a DA Form 2407 is then completed and entered into SAMS-1. To overcome the first assignment hurdle faced by new quartermaster (QM), ordnance (OD), and transportation (TC) lieutenants, the commanding general of the Combined Arms Support Command directed that each logistics BOLC teach the basics of all logistics branches. FSC commanders routinely fail to realize the importance of the Army's planning methodology for company and smaller units. They lack the tactical intuition necessary to solve complex problems while operating in field trains, combat trains, or tactical convoy operations. FM Operational Budget Course (FMOBC) FM Planning and Operations. Intensively manages non-mission capable (NMC) high priority jobs and pacing items. The purpose behind TLPs is relatively straightforward. The FSC maintenance platoon maintains limited combat spares and provides backup maintenance and recovery support. The FSC provides field maintenance and all classes of supply, less medical, to its supported BN/TF. Execute and supervise routine operations. Maj. 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The FSC headquarters section, monitoring radios that had not been updated with the new communications security fill, sits listening to radio silence as the FTCP's entry control point attempts to report enemy movement to the front. Finally, subordinate units have a deeper understanding of the commander's intent and are able to begin parallel planning much sooner. He is also is responsible for maintaining the health, welfare, and morale of platoon personnel. When the CRT recovery assets are not available to perform the recovery mission, the company/team 1SG sends a CFS to the FSC support operations section. Requests and coordinates if required. Preserve the fighting capability of the supported BN/TF and the FSC. Second Lt. Kaitlin Lusk reviews a list of equipment that needs maintenance while 2nd Lts. The maintenance flow begins when the operator sends a CFS maintenance/recovery request using FBCB2. The Army employs the field and sustainment levels of maintenance as described in the following paragraphs. This physical location on the ground where the support operations tracked vehicle co-locates with the maneuver BN/TF tracked vehicle is called the combat trains command post (CTCP). 6-8. Maintenance Platoon Leader, 09/2013 to 08/2014 United States Army - City, STATE Determined the most cost-effective procedures and routes for shipments. Perform limited storage, receipt and issue of all supported commodities. 6-51. Serves as the Headquarters Platoon Sergeant in a non-divisional direct support maintenance company forward deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; responsible for the accountability, welfare, physical fitness, administrative actions and counselings of 52 Soldiers; provides leadership, mentorship and training to all Soldiers in the He is responsible for the readiness of the platoon's personnel and equipment. He has now delegated tasks that would otherwise consume a great amount of time. The type of mission does not really matter; chances are the junior leaders are already doing some type of mission planning process regardless of the task they have been assigned to complete. Army Sustainment serves as the Army's professional bulletin for the sustainment warfighting function, including . It also maintains FM communications capability with both the BN/TF command and logistics nets and capability to link to FBCB2 devices. Supervise, inspect, and/or observe all matters designated by the commander. The FSC executive officer would create an initial planning time line, balancing key company events against anticipated higher headquarters, operational, and enemy activities. In order to take care of Soldiers, manage time effectively, plan through contingencies, and rehearse battle drills, leaders must anticipate requirements. Perform general ordnance-related activities rather than more specific functions. He did not even attempt to talk through the convoy's actions on contact. Leaders make decisions quickly, always focusing on completing the mission successfully, and show respect for their subordinates and other military officers. Understanding the BN/TF maintenance priorities and ensuring maintenance platoon adhere to the established priorities and guidance. Logisticians often run support missions by focusing on the administrative tasks and failing to treat them as real-world tactical convoys. 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This feedback will help the unit revise the TACSOP as needed. Items that cannot be repaired on site must be recovered to the UMCP or BSA. 91A Ordnance Lieutenants can expect to be a platoon leader in a variety of units including forward support, maintenance, and ammunition companies. He is responsible to the commander for the management of the combined efforts of the maintenance control section, maintenance and service section, recovery section, and the combat repair teams to include: Evaluating and ensuring the quality of maintenance completed by the maintenance platoon. Of note, no one in the convoy had received even a rudimentary mission briefing before crossing the line of departure. Coordinating field maintenance requirements with FSC SPT OPNS and FSB SPT OPNS as appropriate. On the Force XXI battlefield, mechanized and armored maneuver battalions remain responsible for operator and crew level maintenance. He is the company's primary internal CSS operator and helps the commander and support operations officer to plan, coordinate, and supervise all logistical activities that support the company's mission. The MCS inputs this information into ULLS-G. As the task force is task organized, CRTs with associated ULLS-G boxes move with supported units in order to maintain habitual support to the company. Class I is provided by the food service section. When NCOs are unable to answer their Soldiers' most basic questions about a mission, morale begins to decline and Soldiers learn to distrust their leaders. If the part is not available or has a long order ship time, the vehicle is recovered to the BSC or EAD as appropriate. The operator requesting the maintenance support receives an information copy of the acknowledgment message. Maintenance personnel use scheduled services to replace faulty items and avoid projected component failures based on analysis and engineering documentation. The platoon headquarters coordinates with the FSC commander and FSC support operations officer to integrate and support BN/TF operations. The use of FBCB2 enables recovery vehicles to locate the exact location of the inoperable piece of equipment. Alan Strange what echelon of support his unit is located in during the final exercise of the course on Dec. 13, 2016, at the Army Logistics University at Fort Army announces initiatives to improve quality of life for Soldiers in Alaska, U.S. Army STAND-TO! Sustainment maintenance consists of repairing components off the users platform. As required, assist the commander in issuing orders to the company, headquarters, and attachments. Highly organized and detail-oriented with a talent for accurate shipment tracking and problem resolution. Platoon meetings have three objectives: Gather information from subordinate leaders on training proficiencies Discuss preparations for upcoming training Solicit ideas for future training. Field maintenance is on-system maintenance, and mainly involves preventive maintenance and replacement of defective parts. Fund the Force. Directs, and when required trains recovery vehicle operators on safe and correct recovery operations. Third, because these problems are so ingrained within the tactical side of the Logistics Corps, FSC commanders struggle to find positive examples upon which to model their company orders process, which stunts self-development. If an FSC commander feels confident in his unit's ability to rapidly produce mission orders, it is highly recommended that he request an external evaluation by either the battalion operations officer or brigade support battalion executive officer. Using FBCB2 transmit company rollup reports LOGSITREP and PERSITREP. Provide retail Class III(B) unit distribution to BN/TF maneuver units and supply point to TFSA units. Supervised the work of 48transportation personnel. The S&T platoon leader of the FSC takes over the responsibilities previously held by the support platoon leader in the maneuver units. Shortcoming/deficiencies are corrected immediately unless parts are required at which time parts are placed on order through ULLS-G or SAMS-1. He plans, conducts, coordinates, and/or supervises NBC defense training with the 1SG and covers such areas as decontamination procedures and use and maintenance of NBC-related equipment. The maneuver BN/TF provides Echelon I medical care to its supporting FSC. The FSC commander responds directly to the Bn/TF XO who serves as the Bn/TF CSS integrator and assists the Bn/TF S4 in CSS synchronization and troubleshooting. Provides input to the Bn/TF log estimate and service support annex. 6-11. The SAMS-1 assigns a DS work order number. While performing services, the mechanic completes a DA Form 5988-E and turns it into the ULLS-G operator within MCS. The FSC commander could then lead the orders group through a detailed mission analysis based on mission variables. Evaluates and inspects maintenance operations and develops and implements corrective action plans where necessary to comply with regulatory and statutory requirements applicable in garrison and field environments. 7-67. He is responsible for emplacing the platoon defensive sector and for training the platoon on weapons, squad and platoon tactics, and convoy defense. He operates where the commander directs or where his duties require him. At 1330, all platoon sergeants and above were to assemble to receive a maintenance Leader Professional Development (LPD) class. The students go to Fort Eustis, Virginia, for an Army boat tour. 7-70. Automated document receipt and issue operations will be conducted IAW AR 710-2, AR 710-2-1, this FM/TTP, ADSM 18-L1Y-AJT-ZZZ-EM (SARSS 1), ADSM 18-L1Y-AJT-ZZZ-UM (SARSS 1), and unit SOP. Assigning daily workload to maintenance and service section and the recovery section. Establishes and maintain tactical and CSS overlays. Use of FBCB2 provides the roll-up of critical information required by the FSB to anticipate and meet the BN/TF maintenance requirements. The vehicle commanders conveyed that few Soldiers understood their task and purpose. This section also provides limited reinforcing recovery support to CRTs. FSC OPORDs are discounted in favor of the battalion's logistics synchronization matrix (if there is one). The maneuver company 1SG sends a LTO to the supporting CRT. Capt. When the LTO is accepted, the maintenance section NCOIC uses FBCB2 to synchronize/coordinate mission support and sends a mechanic to repair the vehicle. The supply sergeant and maintenance team chief provide input to the commander so important training events get scheduled. Maintains current status of critical supplies. Send 3 Soldiers to NCOES Training: 1. Establishes and monitors Bn/TF LOGSITREP/ LOGSTAT/ LOGSPOT reports IAW SOP. 7-73. 6-4. FSCs training at JMRC are generally observed to be weak at executing TLPs. The lieutenants have to support their assigned units for a three-phased operation. Monitors the CSR and supported units' UBLs. He communicates with the company using the BN/TF A/L radio net (when available). Coordinates supplemental transportation in support of the BN/TF. The Class IX teams are capable of providing Class IX support to three maneuver companies and the HHC. The HQ section of the FSC provides C2 to assigned and attached personnel. 6-7. Reviews and recommends ASL changes to division/FSB support operations officer. At NTC, most lieutenants lack proficiency in applying troop leading procedures in decisive action. If time, tools, test equipment, and repair parts are available, repairs are done on site. Alan M. Strange is a BOLC instructor at ALU at Fort Lee, Virginia. 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