15 Questions
What is the primary responsibility of the Joint Petroleum Office (JPO) in a theater?
To plan, coordinate, and oversee all phases of bulk petroleum support
What is a Subarea Petroleum Office (SAPO) in a theater?
A sub-office of a JPO, established to fulfill bulk petroleum planning and execution matters
What is a key responsibility of the Combatant Commander with a Joint Petroleum Office?
To plan and coordinate the receipt, storage, and distribution of petroleum products in theater
What is a key consideration when selecting a location for a Subarea Petroleum Office (SAPO)?
Force composition and sustainment requirements
What is a requirement for a Subarea Petroleum Office (SAPO)?
To be under the operational control of the JFC
What is a key responsibility of the Joint Petroleum Office (JPO) in a theater?
To validate and prioritize petroleum military construction
Who recommends the establishment of a Subarea Petroleum Office (SAPO)?
The Joint Petroleum Office (JPO)
What is a key responsibility of the Joint Petroleum Office (JPO) in a theater?
To provide petroleum logistic planning and policy guidance to component commanders
What is the responsibility of the Combatant Commander in a major emergency?
Assume temporary operational control of DLA Energy elements overseas.
What is the purpose of the SAPO advising the JFC and staff on petroleum logistic planning and policy?
To provide Service components and commands with the JFC's petroleum logistic plans and policy.
What is the purpose of the SAPO submitting REPOL, as required, to the CCMD JPO?
To state bulk petroleum requirements through the CCMD JPO to DLA Energy.
What is the role of the SAPO in coordinating with the HN and local commercial entities?
To determine availability of commodity and capability to support bulk petroleum operational requirements.
What is the purpose of the SAPO consolidating component delivery requirements and forwarding them to DLA Energy?
To maintain visibility of bulk petroleum operations.
What is the responsibility of the SAPO in emergency conditions?
To advise the JFC, under emergency conditions, on the allocation of bulk petroleum and facilities.
What is the role of the CCDRs regarding the use of captured or abandoned enemy bulk fuel assets?
To plan and coordinate the use .
Study Notes
Joint Petroleum Office (JPO) and Subarea Petroleum Office (SAPO)
- The JPO is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing bulk petroleum support for US forces and other organizations within a theater.
- The JPO works with Service components, SAPOs, and DLA Energy to fulfill its responsibilities.
- A SAPO is a sub-office of a JPO, established to handle bulk petroleum planning and execution in a specific section of the theater.
Key Petroleum Responsibilities of the Combatant Commanders with Joint Petroleum Offices
- The Joint Petroleum Office (JPO) plays a critical role in military operations, planning and coordinating petroleum product receipt, storage, and distribution within a theater. It prioritizes military construction projects, provides logistic planning and policy guidance, and negotiates host nation support to ensure a steady fuel supply. The JPO also coordinates with adjacent offices, directs tactical fuel movement, and plans the use of captured enemy fuel assets to optimize resources. Its ultimate goal is to ensure efficient and effective petroleum supply chain management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities of the SAPO
- Provide strategic guidance on petroleum logistics to the Joint Force Commander (JFC) and staff. Develop directives, plans, and profiles for petroleum activities, ensuring management, accountability, and quality assurance. Establish communication with CCMD JPO to coordinate petroleum requirements, supply, and distribution. Coordinate with HN, local commercial entities, and DLA Energy to support bulk petroleum operational requirements. Supervise bulk petroleum operations, maintain visibility, and coordinate QA program activities. Advise JFC on bulk petroleum allocation during emergencies, and recommend PWRS release or reallocation. Notify JS J-4 and CCMD JPO of PWRS penetration, providing a plan for reconstitution.
This quiz covers the roles and responsibilities of the Joint Petroleum Office (JPO) and Subarea Petroleum Office, including bulk petroleum support for US forces and other organizations.
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