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What is used to identify hazards and safety measures associated with a particular product?

Environmental Protection Agency guidance

Safety data sheet (SDS) (correct)

HAZMAT pharmacy

The Materiel Management System

How frequently must a utility program be run to identify potentially hazardous item records lacking an issue exception code or health hazard flag?

Daily

Weekly (correct)

Quarterly

Monthly

At what minimum temperature do flammable solids exist?

90°F

100°F (correct)

80 degrees Fahrenheit (°F)

110°F

What type of material storage is recommended for items like pesticides and poisons?

High risk Signup and view all the answers

Which transaction identification code (TRIC) is used to suspend outdated chemical and petroleum products?

FCA Signup and view all the answers

How many categories can hazardous disposal be grouped into?

Three Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for covering the costs of disposing of hazardous wastes?

Producing organization Signup and view all the answers

What method do EAE personnel use to conduct physical inventories?

Floor to book Signup and view all the answers

Which class of storage vault is designated for secret and confidential material?

B Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring CFO data is loaded into the relevant Materiel Management information technology system?

Equipment accountability element (EAE) Signup and view all the answers

Which system should be used to report any equipment item exceeding $100,000?

Air Force Equipment Management System (AFEMS) Signup and view all the answers

What categories of special-purpose recoverables authorized maintenance (SPRAM) are defined in the -21 technical order (TO)?

Maintenance and safety protection (MSP) equipment, AME, and CPS equipment Signup and view all the answers

Which current listings must be obtained prior to shipping out readiness spares package (RSP) assets?

D04 and/or D20 Signup and view all the answers

What wartime capability system is used to conduct wartime assessments?

Readiness Assessment Module (RAM) Signup and view all the answers

Which code is used by the materiel management system to select the internal program for processing an input transaction?

Transaction identification code (TRIC) Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is utilized to load a SPRAM detail?

1UB Signup and view all the answers

Which system is used to access the War Consumable Distribution Objective (WCDO)?

Department of Defense (DOD) Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) Signup and view all the answers

Which report provides a listing of all items authorized, on-hand, and due-out for organizations authorized SPRAM assets?

M10 Signup and view all the answers

What one-position alpha code indicates how demand data is accumulated in the materiel management system?

Demand code Signup and view all the answers

Organizations can identify issue requests to base supply using which combination of identifiers?

Stock number or part number Signup and view all the answers

How frequently must base weapons detail records be reconciled with the central file at Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex (WR-ALC)?

Semiannually Signup and view all the answers

Which listing provides a management product for special spares authorizations and assets?

Special Spares Report (R34) Signup and view all the answers

Which option represents a common misconception regarding the reporting of equipment items exceeding $100,000?

Combat Supplies Management System Signup and view all the answers

The Air and Space Expeditionary Force (AEF) is structured and executed under three principles: transparency, predictability, and what?

equitability Signup and view all the answers

What letter is entered in position 8 on the AF Form 2005 for a part number request?

P Signup and view all the answers

What follows the initial data gathering and documentation on the AF Form 2005?

Enter data into materiel management system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following identifies the first three positions of a materiel management unit type code (UTC)?

JFB Signup and view all the answers

What is produced after processing an order request indicating further action is required?

Management notice Signup and view all the answers

What system captures unit type code (UTC) assessments and forecasts shortfalls?

Air and Space Expeditionary Force (AEF) Unit Type Code Reporting Tool (ART) Signup and view all the answers

What code reflected in the operation plan (OPLAN) defines the number of passengers and/or cargo for wartime tasking?

Tactical Cargo Movement Code (TCMC) Signup and view all the answers

Which transaction phrase code is commonly associated with the materiel management processes?

Transaction serial number, quantity, and TTPC Signup and view all the answers

Which step is NOT part of the ordering process after data gathering on the AF Form 2005?

Increasing priority requirement costs Signup and view all the answers

Who continuously monitors requirements supporting Air Force war plans and ensures the validity of all war reserve materiel (WRM) requirements?

MAJCOMs Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the physical handling, receiving, storing, and processing of war reserve materiel (WRM) shipment requests?

Bases Signup and view all the answers

Which Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR) system includes facilities necessary to establish and support aircraft flight-related operations for an initial squadron deployed to a bare base location?

Initial flightline Signup and view all the answers

Which Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR) system includes facilities necessary for second and subsequent squadrons deployed to an austere base?

Follow-on flightline Signup and view all the answers

Mobility readiness spares package (MRSP) assets are designed to support a weapon system in a deployed location for how many days before resupply is necessary?

90 Signup and view all the answers

Who authorizes the allocation of readiness spares packages (RSP) to specific units or bases?

MAJCOMs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR)?

Establish infrastructure for military operations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following functions is NOT typically a responsibility associated with the management of war reserve materiel?

Conducting aircrew training Signup and view all the answers

What is outlined in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36–2101, Classifying Military Personnel (Officer and Enlisted)?

Duties and responsibilities for each Air Force career field or specialty Signup and view all the answers

Materiel management specialists are not responsible for

Directing policy and guidance for career field Signup and view all the answers

The purpose of the Air Force Logistics Career Broadening Program is to promote a better understanding of the whole materiel management system through the cross-utilization of training, knowledge, experience, and

Perspectives Signup and view all the answers

To be eligible for the Logistics Career Broadening Program, you must be a technical sergeant or master sergeant with less than how many years of time-in-service?

13 Signup and view all the answers

What two organizations provide wholesale logistics experience for selected materiel management noncommissioned officers (NCO)?

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and AFMC Signup and view all the answers

Which Expeditionary Logistics 21st Century (eLog21) effect ensures logistics decisions are made and actions are taken with an understanding of their impact across the entire Air Force?

One: Enterprise View Signup and view all the answers

In support of the Expeditionary Logistics 21st Century’s (eLog21) Integrated Processes, which is not a resource?

Acquisition Signup and view all the answers

Which source of supply provides wholesale support to all government agencies?

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Signup and view all the answers

Local manufacture is a term that describes an item

Fabricated by a maintenance activity on base Signup and view all the answers

Which section gives maintenance repair functions in a single facility?

Centralized repair facility (CRF) Signup and view all the answers

Who serves as the primary point of contact for interfacing with the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) on behalf of maintenance customers?

Flight Service Center Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to notify the flightline expediter of all back ordered parts in accordance with AFI 21–101?

Decentralized materiel support (DMS) personnel Signup and view all the answers

Which references govern the Repair Network Integration (RNI) process?

Air Force Instruction (AFI) 21–177 and Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 21–188 Signup and view all the answers

What best describes supply Class I items?

Subsistence Signup and view all the answers

Which class of supply includes weapons?

IV Signup and view all the answers

Which class of supply consists of ammunition?

VII Signup and view all the answers

What best describes supply Class III items?

Petroleum, oil, and lubricants (POL) Signup and view all the answers

What best describes supply Class VI items?

Personal demand items Signup and view all the answers

Which class of supply consists of major end items?

VII Signup and view all the answers

Which class of supply consists of medical materiel?

VIII Signup and view all the answers

What best describes supply Class X items?

Materiel to support nonmilitary programs Signup and view all the answers

What provides a unique framework that links performance metrics, processes, best practices, and people into a unified structure?

Supply-chain operations reference (SCOR) Signup and view all the answers

Which specialized center is the hub for the integration and management of maintenance/supply chain capabilities?

Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) Signup and view all the answers

The Air Force Sustainment Center’s (AFSC) mission is to

Sustain weapon system readiness to generate airpower for America Signup and view all the answers

How many primary subordinate units (PSU) make up the foundation of the Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)?

Seven Signup and view all the answers

Which maintenance process updates various basic and support records, such as item records, routing identifier records, and warehouse locations?

Miscellaneous file maintenance Signup and view all the answers

Which type of reports provide information about the overall management of the supply system?

Monthly Signup and view all the answers

The operating principle of no-profit/no-loss best describes the

Air Force working capital fund (AFWCF) Signup and view all the answers

When the cost of an item is transferred from the customer’s funds into the Supply Management Activity Group-Retail (SMAG-R) account, what type of fund is created?

Revolving Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a division within the Supply Management Activity Group-Retail (SMAG-R)?

Air Force working capital fund (AFWCF) Signup and view all the answers

Which item falls under the scope of the Consolidated Sustainment Activity Group-Supply (CSAG-S)?

War reserve materiel (WRM) Signup and view all the answers

The quality assurance (QA) program helps identify any area, program, or equipment and system that is not compliant with

Standards Signup and view all the answers

Which section has oversight of the self-inspection program?

Quality assurance (QA) Signup and view all the answers

Who selects highly experienced materiel management personnel for customer support visits?

Logistics readiness squadron (LRS) leadership Signup and view all the answers

When the materiel management system does not process or update transactions as it should, which Air Force form is used to report the problem?

1815, Difficulty Report (DIREP) Worksheet Signup and view all the answers

Which activity within the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) supply chain management – retail (SCM-R) community is responsible for submitting, controlling, and monitoring difficulty reports?

Stock control Signup and view all the answers

A category III difficulty report does not stop computer system processing and is corrected

As workload permits Signup and view all the answers

Which analysis method do you use most often for recurring reports or for comparing statistical data with standards and norms?

Trend analysis Signup and view all the answers

Which analysis method do you use most often to satisfy a one-time requirement or solve a specific problem?

Problem analysis Signup and view all the answers

Who works with logistics readiness squadron (LRS) quality assurance (QA) to develop local programs for solving problems identified by management?

Customer service Signup and view all the answers

What section of the materiel management analysis program is tasked with assigning meaning to raw data and providing information that can be used to determine the account’s effectiveness?

Quality assurance (QA) Signup and view all the answers

What is used to help logistics readiness squadron (LRS) leadership know what an organization has done in the past and how it is doing at present before directing future efforts?

Analysis program Signup and view all the answers

Which is not an example of a source document?

Reports Signup and view all the answers

Which is not required when comparing information between the document control record (DCR) and source document?

System designator Signup and view all the answers

How often does document control perform a validation of who is authorized to receipt for classified property?

Quarterly Signup and view all the answers

What type of materiel management source documents are not placed in a permanent document file?

Source documents with file indicator D Signup and view all the answers

How long are transactions retained when documents are processed through the materiel management automated tracking system?

24 months Signup and view all the answers

When does a document become delinquent after processing the information from the document control record (DCR) document?

10th calendar day Signup and view all the answers

How often does document control hold a meeting to discuss document delinquent status?

Monthly Signup and view all the answers

Which materiel management register may be prepared to replace the Daily Transaction Register (D06)?

Daily Document Control (D04), part 1 Signup and view all the answers

Which materiel management register lists information from the transactions stored in the daily transaction history area of the materiel management database?

Daily Document Control (D04) Signup and view all the answers

The Consolidated Inventory Adjustment Document (IAD) Register (M10) must contain an entry for each adjustment transaction appearing on what two registers?

D04 and D06 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Shipment-Suspense Program?

Hold an item that has not been confirmed Signup and view all the answers

All shipments and transfers processed through the logistics readiness squadron (LRS) produce what type of detail?

Shipment-suspense or shipped not credited (SNC) Signup and view all the answers

Which transaction identification code is used to update the shipment-suspense detail?

SSC Signup and view all the answers

Which listing is used to manage delinquent shipment suspense details?

R23 Signup and view all the answers

Which transaction identification code is used for an automated reverse-post (RVP) transaction?

1AM Signup and view all the answers

What information is required to process an automated reverse-post (RVP) input?

Transaction serial number, quantity, and type transaction phrase code (TTPC) Signup and view all the answers

Who will the aircraft parts store (APS) or customer support liaison contact to verify a mission capable (MICAP) condition exists?

Air Force Materiel Command Supply Chain Management-Retail (AFMC SCM-R) Stock Control Activity Signup and view all the answers

What information needs to be aggressively monitored and updated on a mission capability (MICAP) requirement?

Follow-up Signup and view all the answers

What mission capability (MICAP) report (DIC B9*) code identifies the reason for terminating a MICAP condition?

Cause Signup and view all the answers

What is processed in the materiel management system to satisfy a mission capability (MICAP) condition and allow MICAP reporting to be initiated?

Due-out Signup and view all the answers

What transaction can be processed on an existing requisition that will initiate mission capability (MICAP) reporting?

Cancellation Signup and view all the answers

What output is produced to report the applicable change of a mission capable (MICAP) condition each time transaction NOR is processed?

MICAP status report (E40) Signup and view all the answers

Y-type details are internally established and maintained in the supply computer for how many days after a mission capability (MICAP) termination?

60 Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is processed to end the repair cycle process?

DOR Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is responsible for providing repair cycle support with new status and location for a due-in from maintenance (DIFM) detail?

Logistics readiness squadron (LRS) Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is used to process the updated status and location for a due-in from maintenance (DIFM) record?

ISU Signup and view all the answers

Which listing is used to perform the due-in from maintenance (DIFM) reconciliation?

D19 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of performing a due-in from maintenance (DIFM) reconciliation between the logistics readiness squadron (LRS) and the maintenance activities?

Ensure maintenance activities physically have all the DIFM items Signup and view all the answers

Within how many duty days from the date of issue will a due-in from maintenance (DIFM) item that was not inducted into maintenance repair be returned to the LRS?

4 Signup and view all the answers

How are time compliance technical order (TCTO) items identified on the item record?

Other assets indicator 4 Signup and view all the answers

What condition tag is used to label a time compliance technical order (TCTO) item that was modified and returned from the maintenance function?

DD Form 1574 (Yellow tag) Signup and view all the answers

What is entered in the 'remarks' block of the DD Form 1574 (yellow tag)?

Time compliance technical order (TCTO) number Signup and view all the answers

What code is used on a turn-in request for DIFM item indicating what actions were taken by maintenance and logistics readiness squadron (LRS)/materiel management activity?

Action taken Signup and view all the answers

Which action taken code indicates an item is condemned?

F Signup and view all the answers

What will the materiel management information technology system scan for in its internal records after an item was repaired and turned in as serviceable?

Due-outs Signup and view all the answers

Where are serviceable condition returns forwarded after a 'notice to stock' document is received?

Source of supply (SOS) Signup and view all the answers

What is produced after processing an unserviceable turn-in for an asset that cannot be repaired at base level?

Shipment document Signup and view all the answers

Time change assets are replaced on what type of schedule?

Calendar or monthly Signup and view all the answers

Who appoints the time change manager?

Materiel management flight chief or equivalent Signup and view all the answers

Failure to process turnaround (TRN) data in a correct and timely manner results in reduced base stock levels and incomplete reports from which buy, repair, and distribution decisions are made by?

Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command (HQ AFMC) Signup and view all the answers

Which update is prepared and processed by repair cycle support (RCS) to update demand data on the item record and repair cycle data on the repair cycle record?

Turnaround Signup and view all the answers

Where does Supply obtain data used to process turnaround transactions?

Department of Defense (DD) Form 1348–1A, Issue release/receipt document Signup and view all the answers

Which management notice is produced reflecting stock awaiting disposition instructions after an unserviceable turn-in process?

I007 Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is not an option for processing after disposition instructions for an unserviceable asset has been received?

TRM Signup and view all the answers

Who maintains ownership of supply point assets until they are used?

Logistics readiness squadron (LRS) Signup and view all the answers

Which transaction identification code (TRIC) is used to load, change, or delete supply point details?

MSI Signup and view all the answers

Which listing is used to verify balances during a supply point reconciliation?

D04 Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identifier code (TRIC) is processed when the on-hand quantity is less than the authorized quantity after a supply point reconciliation?

DOR Signup and view all the answers

Who will continuously monitor requirements supporting Air Force war plans and ensure the validity of all war reserve materiel (WRM) requirements?

MAJCOMs Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for physical materiel handling, receiving, storing, and processing of war reserve materiel (WRM) shipment requests?

Bases Signup and view all the answers

Which Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR) system includes facilities, equipment, and supplies necessary to establish and support aircraft flight-related operations and maintenance activities for an initial aircraft squadron deployed to a bare base location?

Initial flightline Signup and view all the answers

Which Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR) system includes facilities, equipment, and supplies necessary to establish and support flight operations and maintenance needs for a second and subsequent squadrons deployed to an austere base?

Follow-on flightline Signup and view all the answers

Mobility readiness spares package (MRSP) assets are designed to allow support of a weapon system in a deployed location for how many days before resupply is necessary?

30 Signup and view all the answers

Who will authorize allocation of readiness spares packages (RSP) to specific units/bases?

Major command (MAJCOM) Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is used to load the serial number/control record for readiness spares package (RSP) authorizations?

MSI Signup and view all the answers

In the master file, what format is readiness spares package (RSP) data authorization input records received from the major command (MAJCOM)?

FKD Signup and view all the answers

What program performs the readiness spares package (RSP) reconciliation?

S05 Signup and view all the answers

What process involves shelf life controls and other inspection functions for readiness spares package (RSP) assets?

Care of supplies in storage (COSIS) Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is used to issue mobility readiness spares package (MRSP) assets to users?

MSI Signup and view all the answers

What asset status flag reflects mobility readiness spares package (MRSP) assets are deployed?

F Signup and view all the answers

The decision to transfer mobility readiness spares package (MRSP) accountability rests with the host and the?

Losing major command (MAJCOM) Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) do you use to transfer mobility readiness spares package (MRSP) accountability?

1EB Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is used to transfer assets between mobility readiness spares packages (MRSP) and war reserve materiel (WRM) detail records?

1EB Signup and view all the answers

What action code is used when transferring multiple quantities from a mobility readiness spares package (MRSP) or war reserve materiel (WRM) detail record?

B Signup and view all the answers

Which current listing/listings must be obtained prior to shipping out readiness spares package (RSP) assets?

D04 and/or D20 Signup and view all the answers

What wartime capability system is used to conduct wartime assessments?

Readiness Assessment Module (RAM) Signup and view all the answers

What system is used to access the War Consumable Distribution Objective (WCDO)?

Department of Defense (DOD) Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) Signup and view all the answers

Which listing provides a management product for special spares authorizations, assets, and products?

Special Spares Report (R34) Signup and view all the answers

The Air and Space Expeditionary Force (AEF) is structured and executed under three principles: transparency, predictability, and?

Equitability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following identifies the first three positions of a materiel management unit type code (UTC)?

JFA Signup and view all the answers

What system captures unit type code (UTC) assessments, identifies suitable UTCs to satisfy taskings, and helps forecast shortfalls?

Air and Space Expeditionary Force (AEF) Unit Type Code (UTC) Reporting Tool (ART) Signup and view all the answers

What code reflected in the operation plan (OPLAN) or time phased force deployment data (TPFDD) defines the number of passengers and/or amount of cargo that must be moved to meet a wartime tasking?

Time-phased deployment list (TPFDL) Signup and view all the answers

What was established as the sole readiness reporting system for the Department of Defense?

Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) Signup and view all the answers

What section stores small arms for mobility use?

Storage element Signup and view all the answers

What number must be annotated on all documentation for small arms?

Serial Signup and view all the answers

What Air Force (AF) Form will requesting individuals provide prior to being issued a weapon?

AF Form 522 Signup and view all the answers

Who must ensure that additional controls are exercised over all weapons movements, marshaling, and deployments at the deployed location?

Accountable officer (AO) or commander Signup and view all the answers

At a minimum, how often are mobility assets inventoried?

Monthly Signup and view all the answers

Who performs warehouse validations prior to inventorying mobility assets?

Inventory personnel Signup and view all the answers

Which type mobility bag (MOBAG) contains cold weather equipment?

D Signup and view all the answers

Which type mobility bag (MOBAG) contains chemical warfare defense equipment?

C Signup and view all the answers

What is available to allow Individual Protective Equipment (IPE) element personnel to put away, redistribute, ship, and manage shipment discrepancies within Enterprise Solution-Supply (ES-S) Mobility?

Mobility dashboards Signup and view all the answers

Shelf life assets are tracked in ES-S Mobility by?

Contract/lot number Signup and view all the answers

What is used to determine bulk stock requirements and are the basis for placing mobility stock orders based on mission support requirements?

Mobility shopping list Signup and view all the answers

Which function in Enterprise Solution-Supply (ES-S) Mobility gives Individual Protective Equipment (IPE) element personnel the ability to view and update customer information and manage assets currently in possession by customers?

Authorized quantities details Signup and view all the answers

Which capability gives Individual Protective Equipment (IPE) element personnel the ability to check stock availability that is either on hand in mobility warehouse locations or in the possession of mobility customers?

Mobility data query Signup and view all the answers

What information is entered when returning mobility items through Enterprise Solution-Supply (ES-S) Mobility?

National stock number (NSN) Signup and view all the answers

What does Enterprise Solution-Supply (ES-S) Mobility asset management programmatically search for and detect in relation to gas masks?

Expired service life dates Signup and view all the answers

Who schedules and accomplishes an aggressive surveillance inspection program of all items in storage?

Logistics manager Signup and view all the answers

When is a supply discrepancy report (SDR) required?

Incorrect materiel, unacceptable substitutes, or duplicate shipments. Signup and view all the answers

Where are all unresolved supply discrepancy reports forwarded when additional help is needed?

Major command (MAJCOM) Signup and view all the answers

At what temperature must a refrigerated storage chill space be maintained?

Between 32 and 50°F Signup and view all the answers

At a minimum, how many feet must separate flammable storage facilities from other facilities?

50 Signup and view all the answers

What is a major disadvantage in the use of unimproved open storage?

Wet ground conditions Signup and view all the answers

The basic resource of any material management and distribution operation is the:

Storage space Signup and view all the answers

What must be planned before the actual start of the storage operation to assure the floor and cubic capacity of the warehouse will be used to the greatest extent possible?

Bin rows Signup and view all the answers

What is used to identify a bin subdivision in the warehouse location code 05C045F056D?

045 Signup and view all the answers

Warehouse stockrooms are sequenced from:

Left to right and front to rear Signup and view all the answers

What letter or symbol is entered in the 'Warehouse Location Delete Flag' field when deleting a warehouse location?

D Signup and view all the answers

What item does the Air Force use to aid in inventory and warehouse validation?

Bar-coded labels Signup and view all the answers

Within how many workdays of the start of an inventory cycle should the storage activity complete scheduled validations?

10 Signup and view all the answers

How many days prior to the start of a warehouse validation is a warehouse location parameter input prepared?

5 Signup and view all the answers

What action is required prior to performing a validation to ensure a warehouse is in the best condition for an inventory?

Prepare the warehouse area Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is processed to move property to the correct location?

TRM Signup and view all the answers

The practice of storing items in a way that causes a loss of storage space is called:

Honeycombing Signup and view all the answers

Markings found on containers that do not apply to presently packaged materials need to be:

Obliterated Signup and view all the answers

Which transaction identification code (TRIC) identifies a warehouse change document for an indicative data change?

FCH Signup and view all the answers

What transaction identification code (TRIC) is used to manually transfer nondirected assets to the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services (DLADS)?

SHP Signup and view all the answers

What routing identifier code (RIC) is processed with a special requisition when property is available in Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services (DLADS)?

JBR Signup and view all the answers

What is used to identify hazards and safety measures associated with a particular product?

Safety data sheet (SDS) Signup and view all the answers

As a minimum, how often must a utility program be run to identify potentially hazardous item records that do not have an issue exception (IEX) code or health hazard flag (HHF) assigned?

Weekly Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Materiel Management Overview

Transaction serial numbers, quantity, and transaction type phrase code (TTPC) are crucial for tracking material transactions.
The Air Force uses various codes such as the Transaction Identification Code (TRIC) to select processing programs for input transactions.

Ordering Process

The AF Form 2005 is central to the ordering process, requiring documentation of data before data entry into the materiel management system.
Position 8 on the AF Form 2005 signifies part number requests with specific letters indicating different request types.

War Reserve Materiel (WRM)

MAJCOMs are responsible for monitoring and validating WRM requirements in support of Air Force war plans.
Bases handle physical materiel, receiving, storage, and processing WRM shipment requests.

Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR)

Initial flightline systems are essential for establishing support for aircraft operations at bare bases.
Follow-on flightline systems support later deployments at austere locations.

Mobility Readiness Spares Package (MRSP)

MRSP assets enable weapon system support in deployed locations for a specified number of days before resupply, typically for 30, 60, 90, or 120 days.

Readiness Spares Packages (RSP)

Allocation of RSPs to units or bases is authorized by senior command.
Readiness spares packages are documented and authorized with listings like D04 and D20 to facilitate shipping.

Wartime Capability Systems

The Readiness Assessment Module (RAM) is used for wartime assessments.
The War Consumable Distribution Objective (WCDO) is accessed via specific logistics systems.

Special Spares and Equipment Management

Special-purpose recoverables authorized maintenance (SPRAM) assets include categories such as maintenance, crew support, and safety protection equipment.
The Air Force Equipment Management System (AFEMS) tracks equipment worth over $100,000.

Hazardous Materials Management

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are crucial for identifying hazards associated with products.
Regular assessments are necessary to flag potentially hazardous records lacking issue exception codes.

Chemical and Petroleum Management

Flammable solids are classified based on minimum temperature specifications.
Correct storage types should be assigned depending on chemical nature (e.g., high risk for pesticides).

Disposal of Hazardous Wastes

Disposal responsibility lies with the producing organization, guided by Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service (DRMS) protocols.
Hazardous waste disposal is categorized for efficient management.

Security and Precious Metals Recovery

Storage vaults are classified (e.g., Class A for secret materials).
The installation PMRP manager oversees the management and transfer of precious metals-bearing items to disposal facilities.

Air Force Instruction and Career Fields

AFI 36-2101 covers duties and responsibilities within Air Force career fields.
Materiel management specialists provide critical support including research, evaluation, and guidance.

Air Force Logistics Career Broadening Program

Aims to enhance understanding of the materiel management system through shared training and experience.
Eligibility requires technical sergeants or master sergeants with less than 11 years of service.

Logistics Support Organizations

Key organizations: AF Materiel Command (AFMC) and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) provide crucial logistical support.

eLog21 Initiatives

eLog21 emphasizes integrated logistics decisions that consider the entire Air Force impact.
Non-resources in Integrated Processes include technology and infrastructure.

Sources of Supply

General Services Administration (GSA), AFMC, and DLA support government agencies with wholesale logistics.
Local manufacture refers to items fabricated on base by maintenance activities.

Maintenance and Repair Procedures

The Centralized Repair Facility serves as a maintenance repair hub interfacing with AFSC.
Flightline expediters must be notified of backordered parts as per AFI 21-101.

Supply Classifications and Materials

Class I: Subsistence; Class III: Petroleum, oil, lubricants (POL); Class VI: Personal demand items; Class VII: Major end items; Class X: Materiel for nonmilitary programs.
Medical materiel falls under Class VIII.

Supply Chain Operations

Supply-chain operations reference (SCOR) links metrics and practices into one cohesive framework.
Air Force Sustainment Center's mission includes sustaining weapon systems for airpower readiness.

Materiel Management Analysis

The QA program ensures compliance with standards and oversees the self-inspection program.
Difficulty reports are submitted for transactional issues, categorized by severity.

Document Control Process

Document control validates authorized personnel for receipt of classified property quarterly.
Delinquent documents are defined as overdue according to set time frames.

Shipment Management

The Shipment-Suspense Program manages unconfirmed items to determine loss statuses.
Shipment-suspense details are overseen using specific transaction identification codes.

Mission Capable (MICAP) Procedures

MICAP management is handled by AFMC's Weapon System Support Activity, responsible for ensuring spares and parts readiness.
Reports regarding MICAP conditions are processed and monitored closely to reflect real-time capabilities.

Analysis Methods in Reporting

Trend analysis is used for recurring reports; special studies focus on specific problem solving.
Quality assurance collaborates with logistics to streamline analysis and local program development.

These notes summarize crucial aspects of the Air Force's materiel management and logistical operations, providing a comprehensive view of procedures, roles, and classifications associated with military logistics.### Repair Cycle Process

Transaction identification code (TRIC) to end the repair process is TIN.
The Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) provides repair cycle support with updated status for due-in from maintenance (DIFM) items.
The TRIC used to process updated DIFM status and location record is DFM.
Due-in from maintenance (DIFM) reconciliation is performed using listing D19.
The purpose of DIFM reconciliation is to ensure all DIFM items are physically accounted for with maintenance activities.

Turnaround and Condition Tags

DIFM items not inducted into maintenance repair must be returned to LRS within 10 duty days.
Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) items are identified on records by Other Assets Indicator 5.
Modified TCTO items that return from maintenance are labeled with DD Form 1574 (Yellow tag).
The remarks block of the DD Form 1574 should include the TCTO number.

Item Processing and Management

Codes on turn-in requests for DIFM items indicate actions taken by maintenance and LRS utilize Action Taken codes.
Action code F indicates an item is condemned.
The materiel management IT system scans for Due-ins after item repairs.
Serviceable condition returns are forwarded to the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Service (DLADS) post-notice to stock.

Asset Management and Mobilization

Time change assets have schedules for replacement that are calendar-based.
The Time Change Manager is appointed by the Materiel Management Flight Chief.
Failure to process turnaround data timely leads to incomplete reports impacting decision-making by Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command (HQ AFMC).
Supply uses DD Form 1348–1A for turnaround transactions.

War Reserve Materiel (WRM) and Readiness

MAJCOMs are responsible for monitoring requirements for Air Force war plans regarding WRM.
Bases handle physical handling of WRM shipment requests.
Mobility Readiness Spares Package (MRSP) assets support deployment for 30 days before resupply needs.

Equipment Management

Equipment requests are forwarded to AFMC SCM-R Equipment Activity after validation.
Selection of property custodians occurs through mutual agreement between EAE and organization commanders.
The Allowance Standard (AS) determines which equipment items can be purchased and maintained.
ERRCD code ND1 identifies non-EAID equipment items.

Turn-in and Accountability

Non-EAID equipment turn-ins utilize activity code E.
TRIC for equipment transfers between custodians is FET.
High dollar non-EAID management listing is R15, providing visibility.

Inventory and Compliance

Physical inventories are conducted using the floor-to-book method.
The Item Unique Identification (IUID) compliance process is mandated by the Department of Defense (DOD) for high-value assets (over $5,000).
Equipment accountability elements ensure chief financial officer (CFO) data is loaded into Materiel Management system.

Special Purpose Recoverables Authorized Maintenance (SPRAM)

Categories of SPRAM assets are defined in the applicable technical order.

These notes encapsulate key facts and procedures regarding repair cycles, inventory management, and asset accountability in a concise manner for effective study.### Maintenance and Safety Protection (MSP) Equipment

Special-Purpose Recoverables Authorized Maintenance (SPRAM) details are loaded using transaction identification code (TRIC) 1XA.
Reports providing a listing of SPRAM assets include the R25 report.
Base weapons detail records must be reconciled monthly with the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex (WR-ALC).

Logistics Support and Stock Management

Logistics readiness squadron (LRS) collaborates with Air Force Materiel Command Supply Chain Management-Retail (AFMC SCM-R) Stock Control Activity to support mission requirements.
Daily Demand Rate (DDR) indicates the repair rate over the current and past four quarters.
Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) represents the maximum quantity on hand or on order for sustained operations.
Safety Level Quantity (SLQ) maintains operations during minor disruptions in supplies or unexpected demand increases.

Materiel Management Insights

Adjusted Stock Levels (ASL) are fixed to ensure stability in requisitioning objectives regardless of demand variations.
The Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) is a mathematical calculation to determine the least total variable costs for ordering and holding inventory.
Total Asset Visibility (TAV) technology enhances identification, categorization, and asset location efficiency.

Requisitioning and Documentation

Denial to a Redistribution Order (RDO) is indicated by document identification code (DIC) B7*.
Supply difficulty for Air Force-managed items is reported on Air Force Form 1250.
Supply Discrepancy Reports (SDRs) are necessary for incorrect materials or unacceptable substitutes.

Inventory and Storage Management

Refrigerated storage must maintain temperatures between 32 and 50°F.
A separation of at least 25 feet is required between flammable storage facilities and other structures.
Items are classified as expendable if identified with codes that start with D, E, N, or X per ERRC designator.

Hazmat and Safety Protocols

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) identify hazards and safety measures linked to chemical products.
Utilities programs must be run at least monthly to identify hazardous item records lacking issue exceptions or health hazard flags.
Transaction identification code (TRIC) FCA is used to suspend outdated materials to prevent reissue.

Transaction Identification Codes (TRIC)

Various TRICs are involved in inventory actions such as condition changes (FCH), requisition processing (SPR), and financial adjustments (FID). Each code has a specific application in inventory management and requisition control.

Reporting and Validation

Urgency of need (UND) C due-outs are validated weekly.
Inventory cycle validations should be completed within 7 workdays of initiation.
Transaction Identification Code (TRIC) ISU is utilized to move property to the correct location.

These bullet points summarize key components regarding maintenance and safety protection equipment, logistics support, stock management, inventory management, and safety protocols related to hazardous materials.

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