POLICIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
REFERENCES.
(a) OPNAVINST 4700.8 - Trials, Acceptance, Commissioning, Fitting Out, Shakedown, and Post Shakedown Availability of U.S. Naval Ships Undergoing Construction or Conversion
(b) OPNAVINST 9080.3 - Procedures for Tests and Trials of Navy Nuclear Powered Ships Under Construction, Modernization, Conversion, Refueling and Overhaul
(c) NAVSEA 0924-LP-062-0010 - Submarine Safety (SUBSAFE) Requirements Manual
(d) INSURVINST 4730.1 - Trials and Inspections of Surface Ships
(e) INSURVINST 4730.2 - Trials and Material Inspections of Submarines
(f) NAVSEA S0300-B2-MAN-010 - Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair Operations Manual
(g) OPNAVINST 4790.4 - Ships' Maintenance and Material Management (3-M) Manual
(h) NAVSEAINST 4734.1 - Metrology and Calibration (METCAL) Program
(i) NAVSEA ST700-AM-PRO-010 - Test and Monitoring Systems (TAMS) Program Operations and Procedures
(j) NAVSEA ST700-AM-GYD-010 - Metrology and Calibration (METCAL) Laboratory Requirements and Certification Guide
(k) NAVAIR 17-35MTL-1/NAVSEA OD 45845 - Metrology Requirements List (METRL)
(l) OPNAVINST 9233.2 - U.S. Navy Automated Diesel Engine Trend Analysis Program
(m) NAVSEAINST C9210.30 - Procedures for Administration of Nuclear Reactor Plant Preventive Maintenance and Tender Nuclear Support Facilities Preventive Maintenance on Ships
(n) OPNAVINST C3000.5 - Operation of Naval Nuclear Powered Ships
(o) SSPINST 4700.1 - Preventive Maintenance Management Program for Fleet Ballistic Missile and Strategic Weapon Systems Equipments and Associated Material
(p) COMSUBLANT/COMSUBPACINST C3500.1 - Submarine Force Training Manual
(q) COMNAVSURFLANT/COMNAVSURFPACINST 3502.2 - Surface Force Training Manual
(r) COMNAVAIRLANT/COMNAVAIRPACINST 3500.20 - Aircraft Carrier Training and Readiness Manual
(s) CINCLANTFLT/CINCPACFLTINST 3540.8 - Engineering Department Training Program for Conventionally Powered Surface Ships and Aircraft Carriers
(t) OPNAVINST C9210.2 - Engineering Department Manual for Naval Nuclear Propulsion Plants
(u) OPNAVINST 4790.15 - Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Maintenance Program (ALREMP)
(v) COMNAVSURFLANTINST 3540.18/COMNAVSURFPACINST 3540.13 - Engineering Department Organization and Regulations Manual (EDORM)
(w) COMSUBLANT/COMSUBPACINST C5400.30 - Engineering Department Organization Manual
(x) COMNAVSURFLANTINST 4700.4 - Fleet Introduction Handbook
(y) CINCLANTFLT/CINCPACFLTINST 5451.1 - Afloat Training Organization
LISTING OF APPENDICES.
A Message Scenario and Sample Messages/Letters for Habitability Inspections and In-Service
B Message Scenario and Sample Messages for Fast Cruise and Alpha Sea Trial (Nuclear Powered Ships)
C Message Scenario and Sample Messages for Bravo, Charlie and Combined Trials (Submarines)
D Message Scenario and Sample Messages for URO Certification (Submarines)
E Sample Supervising Authority Message to Ship Program Manager and TYCOM Concerning PSA Fast Cruise/Sea Trial Readiness (Submarines)
F Sample Ship Program Manager Message to TYCOM Concerning PSA Sea Trial Authorization (Submarines)
G Sample NAVSEA Message to TYCOM Recommending Unrestricted Operations Be Authorized Following the Completion of PSA (Submarines)
H Pre-RSE/RSE/Criticality/Power Range Testing Logic Table (All Nuclear Powered Ships)
I Sample TYCOM Message Concerning Sea Trial Agenda (Submarines)
J Sample TYCOM DSRS Support Services Message (Submarines)
K Sample TYCOM Message Concerning DSRS Support Services (Submarines)
L Sample TYCOM Message to Ship Program Manager Concerning PSA Fast Cruise (Submarines)
M Sample ISIC Crew Certification Message Following PSA (Submarines)
N Sample TYCOM Message to Ship Concerning PSA Sea Trial Authorization (Submarines)
O Sample Supervising Authority Message to NAVSEA and TYCOM Concerning PSA Fast Cruise Completion (Submarines)
P Sample Ship Message to TYCOM Concerning Material Certification Upon Completion of PSA (Submarines)
Q Sample TYCOM Message to Ship Authorizing Unrestricted Operations Following Completion of PSA (Submarines)
R Sample Ship Message to TYCOM Concerning Material Certification (Submarines)
S Sample Supervising Authority Message to NAVSEA Concerning Material Condition for Unrestricted Operation Following PSA (Submarines)
T Pre Man-Up Checklist for TYCOM/ISIC
U Basic Requirements for Initial Man-up Personnel of the PCU (Detachment Concept) (CVN, DDG, LHD, LPD, AOE, LSD)
V Basic Requirements for Initial Man-up Personnel of the PCU (CVN, DDG, LHD, LPD, AOE, LSD, Submarines )
W Generic Base Line of Fleet Introduction Team (FIT) Functions and Responsibilities
2.1 SHIP PROGRAM MANAGERS. The various Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)/Program Executive Office for Carriers, Littoral Warfare and Auxiliary (PEO CLA) codes designated as Ship Program Managers provide the specifications for the building and testing of all ships. These codes are initially established to get the shipbuilding program and development of logistic support programs up and running. The following is a listing of the NAVSEA/PEO CLA Ship Program Managers currently involved in new construction and their areas of responsibility.
PLATFORM NAVSEA/PEO CLA CODE
AOE 6 PMS 325*
CVN 68 PMS 312*
DDG 51 PMS 400
LHD 1 PMS 377
LPD 17 PMS 317*
LSD 49 PMS 377*
MHC 51 PMS 303
NSSN PMS 450
SSBN 726 PMS 396
SSN 21 PMS 350
SSN 688 PMS 393
Deep Submergence PMS 395
* Indicates a PEO CLA
2.1.1 Pre-Commissioning. Ship Program Manager responsibilities during the Pre-Commissioning phase of New Construction are delineated in references (a) and (b). The following is a summation of those responsibilities and is intended to be used as a guide, not to be considered all inclusive. Questions concerning a Ship Program Manager's specific functions should be directed to the applicable NAVSEA code.
a. Provide supervision and direction concerning all non-nuclear aspects of ship construction.
b. Provide written instructions to the Supervising Authority regarding the conduct and scheduling of all non-nuclear ship testing.
c. Generate the correspondence (message or letter traffic) as indicated in Appendix A of this chapter recommending the Habitability Inspection and In-Service dates.
d. The assignment of deficiency responsibility and ensuring the correction of those deficiencies identified during Combined Trials (CT), Acceptance Trials (AT), Final Contract Trials (FCT) and Guarantee Material Inspections (GMI).
e. (Submarines only) Report to the Type Commander (TYCOM), with information copies to Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) and Fleet Commander in Chief (FLTCINC), that the material condition of the ship is certified satisfactory for Alpha Sea Trials and recommend authorization to dive the ship be granted under deliberate and controlled conditions to a specified depth for accomplishment of the approved Sea Trials agenda. Appendix B of this chapter provides a sample message.
f. (Submarines only) Report to the TYCOM that the material condition of the ship is certified satisfactory for Bravo, Charlie, and CTs. Appendix C of this chapter provides a sample message.
g. (Submarines only) After completion of all Sea Trials, report to the TYCOM that the material condition of the ship is certified for Unrestricted Operations (URO). Appendix D of this chapter provides a sample message.
2.1.2 Post Shakedown Availability (Submarines only). Ship Program Manager responsibilities during Post Shakedown Availability (PSA) are as follows:
a. Following receipt of the Supervising Authority message (Appendix E of this chapter) concerning Fast Cruise/Sea Trial readiness, report to the TYCOM via letter or message (Appendix F of this chapter), with information copies to the CNO and FLTCINC, that the material condition of those parts of the ship installed, repaired and/or tested by the industrial activity are certified satisfactory for Sea Trials. Recommend authorization to dive the ship be granted under deliberate and controlled conditions to a specified depth for accomplishment of the approved Sea Trial Agenda pending TYCOM confirmation that the certification requirements of the remainder of the Submarine Safety (SUBSAFE) certification boundary have been sustained. Reference (c) applies.
b. For PSAs in excess of 6 months, report to the TYCOM via letter or message (Appendix G of this chapter) that those parts of the ship installed, repaired, and/or tested by the industrial activity are certified for URO and that no depth limiting discrepancies exist. Recommend authorization for URO to test depth per the requirements of references (a) and (b), pending confirmation by the TYCOM that the certification requirements for the remainder of the SUBSAFE boundary have been sustained.
2.2 NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND NUCLEAR PROPULSION DIRECTORATE (NUCLEAR POWERED SHIPS ONLY).
2.2.1 Pre-Commissioning. NAVSEA Nuclear Propulsion Directorate (08) responsibilities for the Pre-Commissioning period are as follows:
a. Provide specifications for the building and testing of the nuclear propulsion plant.
b. Provide supervision and direction of nuclear propulsion plant testing and trials.
c. Approve the sequencing and scheduling of nuclear propulsion plant tests and trials.
d. Arrange for technical assistance from the U.S. Department of Energy, including the Pre-Critical Examination by the Director, Division of Naval Reactors.
e. Provide written instructions to the Supervising Authority regarding the conduct and scheduling of all dockside tests and underway trials involving operation of the nuclear propulsion plant.
f. Authorize critical operation of the reactor.
g. Authorize commencement of Fast Cruise after receiving notification from the Supervising Authority that the ship has demonstrated a satisfactory state of training.
2.2.2 Reactor Safeguard Examination. A Pre-critical Reactor Safeguard Examination (RSE) will be conducted by NAVSEA 08 prior to initial reactor criticality. NAVSEA 08 will approve operation of the Nuclear Propulsion Plant during dockside testing and underway trials. Volume I, Chapter 3, Appendix C provides information on Pre-RSE preparations.
2.2.3 Criticality/Power Range Testing. Upon receiving the request for initial criticality from the Supervising Authority, NAVSEA 08 will authorize critical operation of the reactor, with subsequent power range testing. Appendix H of this chapter provides a listing of the events leading up to the authorization for critical operation of Naval Nuclear Propulsion plants, with sample request messages and/or letters.
2.2.4 Post Shakedown Availability. NAVSEA 08 responsibilities for the PSA period are as follows:
a. Provide approved test procedures for the verification of reactor plant repairs and alterations accomplished in the availability.
b. Arrange for technical assistance by the U.S. Department of Energy as required.
2.3 TYPE COMMANDER. Reference (a) states the TYCOM is responsible for monitoring the construction and acceptance process to ensure "customer" input is provided. The following summarizes major TYCOM responsibilities during the Pre-Commissioning, FCT/GMI and PSA periods.
2.3.1 Pre-Commissioning. During the construction phase, major TYCOM responsibilities include but are not limited to:
a. (Surface Ships and Submarines only) Designating an Immediate Superior in Command (ISIC) for all units being built within the TYCOM's geographical area of responsibility.
b. Ensuring that the Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) is placed on distribution for all message traffic applicable to the platform and platform's operational environment.
c. Reviewing all incoming correspondence for PCU applicability and forwarding platform related documentation as required.
d. Conducting the Habitability Inspection when requested by the Accepting Authority (may be delegated to the ISIC). Sample messages relating to Habitability and In-Service are contained in Appendix A of this chapter.
e. Recommending to the CNO that the ship be placed "In-Service Active" upon receiving satisfactory results of the Habitability Inspection. Appendix A of this chapter provides sample messages.
f. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Conducting or assisting the ISIC with the Pre-RSE.
g. (Non-Nuclear Powered Ships only) Establishing Light-Off Assessment (LOA) dates via liaison with the ISIC, the Ship and the Propulsion Examining Board.
h. Conducting or directing the conduct of the arrival assist and periodic monitoring inspections as defined in Volume I, Chapter 3, paragraph 3.3.1 and 3.3.2.
i. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Conducting an inspection to certify crew training per the requirements of reference (b).
j. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Exercising operational control during underway trials either directly or through the designated ISIC.
k. (Submarines only) Reviewing the schedule and sequence of Sea Trial Agendas and concurring by message to the Supervising Authority concerning the operational aspects of the specific trial. Appendix I of this chapter provides a sample message.
l. (Submarines only) Providing escorts as may be required. Send Sea Trial support services message to specify Deep Submergence Rescue System (DSRS) "modified alert" requirements. Appendix J of this chapter provides a sample message.
m. (Submarines only) Assigning an unrestricted Line Officer (a former Commanding Officer (CO) senior to the Officer In Charge (OIC)) as the TYCOM Embarked Representative who has authority to act for the TYCOM, making on-the-spot changes to approved Sea Trial Agendas.
n. (Submarines only) If desired, assigning an officer to act as the TYCOM material representative on selected trials. The material representative's duties include:
(1) Serving as a technical advisor to the TYCOM Embarked Representative on matters pertaining to Sea Trial Agenda modifications, compliance with this instruction and disposition of emergent material problems.
(2) Acting for the TYCOM in making on-the-spot changes to approved Sea Trial Agendas in the absence of the TYCOM Embarked Representative.
o. (Submarines only) Reporting to the CNO and the Ship Program Manager that the crew is ready for underway trials, prior to Fast Cruise and upon receipt of the ISIC message certifying the operational readiness of the submarine crew. Appendix B of this chapter reflects the message scenario and contains sample messages for Fast Cruise/Alpha Trials.
p. (Submarines only) Promulgating of the Alpha Sea Trial Depth Authorization upon receipt of the Supervising Authority message reporting completion of Fast Cruise and the Ship Program Manager message promulgating the authorized depth for the Alpha Trial. Appendix B of this chapter provides sample messages.
NOTE: SUBSEQUENT TO THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER AND SUPERVISING AUTHORITY MESSAGES PROMULGATING DEPTH AUTHORIZATION AND REPORTING THE SHIP'S MATERIAL READINESS TO COMMENCE FAST CRUISE AND SEA TRIALS, ANY DEFICIENCY DISCOVERED OR CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN WHICH AFFECTS THE WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY, THE RECOVERABILITY OF THE SHIP, THE OPERATIONS OF THE SHIP'S CONTROL SURFACES OR THE SHIP'S SALVAGE CAPABILITY SHALL BE REPORTED TO THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER, THE TYCOM AND FLTCINC BY THE SUPERVISING AUTHORITY/ISIC/TYCOM REPRESENTATIVE AND PCU BY MESSAGE. PREVIOUS CERTIFICATION MESSAGES SHALL BE SUSPENDED. WHEN THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER'S REVIEW OF THE MESSAGE IS COMPLETED, THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER WILL CERTIFY TO THE TYCOM THAT THE MATERIAL CONDITION OF THE SHIP IS SATISFACTORY FOR SEA TRIALS TO A SPECIFIED DEPTH.
q. (Submarines only) Promulgating by message the Bravo, Charlie and Combined Trials Depth Authorization after receipt of the Supervising Authority message confirming readiness for the test depth dive and the Ship Program Manager message promulgating Sea Trial Depth Authorization. Appendix C of this chapter provides sample messages.
r. (Submarines only) Promulgating by message to the PCU the final URO Material Certification upon receipt of the Supervising Authority message concerning material condition for URO and the Ship Program Manager message recommending URO. Appendix D of this chapter provides sample messages.
2.3.2 Combined Trials/Acceptance Trials/Final Contract Trials/Guarantee Material Inspection. The TYCOM's responsibilities for these trials are documented in references (a), (d), and (e). The most significant action from the ship's perspective is the TYCOM's presenting of the ship for GMI or FCT.
2.3.3 Post Shakedown Availability. The TYCOM's responsibilities as related to PSA are as follows:
a. (Non-Nuclear Powered Ships only) Assist with LOA as shown in Volume I, Chapter 6, Appendix C.
b. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Conduct or assist the ISIC in conducting the Pre-Critical Inspection (not required if reactor is shutdown for less than 16 weeks). Schedule the FLTCINC Post-Overhaul RSE as recommended by the Industrial Activity in the Key Events Schedule and confirmed by the parent ISIC/TYCOM representative (not required if the reactor is shutdown for less than six months) upon completion of the ISIC's Pre-Critical Inspection.
c. (Submarines only) Provide escorts as required. In support of submarine trials send a Sea Trials Support Services message (Appendix K of this chapter) to specify DSRS "modified alert" requirements.
d. (Submarines only) Authorize the ship to commence Fast Cruise by message (Appendix L of this chapter), after the Supervising Authority reports Fast Cruise/Sea Trial Readiness by message to NAVSEA (Appendix E of this chapter) and upon receipt of the Ship Program Manager or Supervising Authority SUBSAFE material certification message (Appendix F of this chapter) and the ISIC's Crew/Material Certification message (Appendix M of this chapter).
NOTE: SUBSEQUENT TO THE MESSAGES (APPENDICES F AND M OF THIS CHAPTER), ANY DEFICIENCY DISCOVERED AND THE CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN WHICH AFFECTS WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY, RECOVERABILITY OF THE SHIP, OPERATIONS OF THE SHIP'S CONTROL SURFACES OR THE SHIP'S SALVAGE CAPABILITY SHALL BE REPORTED TO THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER, TYCOM AND FLTCINC BY THE SUPERVISING AUTHORITY/ISIC/TYCOM REPRESENTATIVE BY MESSAGE. PREVIOUS CERTIFICATION MESSAGES SHALL BE SUSPENDED. WHEN A REVIEW OF THE MESSAGE IS COMPLETED BY THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER FOR DEPOT ITEMS AND THE TYCOM FOR SHIP'S FORCE ITEMS, THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER WILL CERTIFY TO THE TYCOM THAT THE MATERIAL CONDITION OF THE PARTS OF THE SHIP COVERED BY THE DEPOT WORK PACKAGE IS SATISFACTORY FOR SEA TRIALS TO A SPECIFIED DEPTH. THE TYCOM IN TURN CERTIFIES THAT THE SHIP'S SUBSAFE CERTIFICATION BOUNDARY IS SATISFACTORY FOR SEA TRIALS TO THE SAME DEPTH.
e. (Submarines only) Promulgate by message (Appendix N of this chapter) the Sea Trial depth authorization and any applicable operational restrictions for the affected submarine, upon receipt of the Supervising Authority message (Appendix O of this chapter) reporting Fast Cruise completion and the ship's material certification message (Appendix P of this chapter).
f. (Submarines only) Authorize the ISIC to sail the ship for Sea Trials, after the Sea Trial depth authorization has been promulgated.
g. (Submarines only) Promulgate by message to the ship (Appendix Q of this chapter) the final SUBSAFE certification authorization, upon receipt of the ship's Material Certification Message (Appendix R of this chapter) and the Ship Program Manager or Supervising Authority material certification message (Appendix S of this chapter).
2.4 SUPERVISING AUTHORITY. References (a), (b), and (f) describe the Supervising Authority's responsibilities during new construction. The following is a synopsis of those functions with additional amplification. Platform unique functions are identified by indicating the applicable class (if any) or group covered (i.e. Nuclear Powered Ships).
2.4.1 Pre-Commissioning. The Supervising Authority's responsibilities as related to Pre-Commissioning are as follows:
a. Provide crew support as directed by the Ship Program Manager. This support may include facility support requirements such as berthing, administration, officer and crew training spaces, vehicles for transportation, computers for development of training programs and ship's directives.
b. Ensure PCU office spaces have been certified to the appropriate classification for storage of classified documentation.
c. Provide the required safety training and gear to the crew for working in an industrial area.
d. Provide initial briefing to Prospective Commanding Officer (PCO)/crew to provide an overview of the Supervisor's role during construction.
e. Provide to the PCO/crew the planning documents necessary for establishing goals during New Construction, such as a Master Construction Schedule, an Operational Control Transfer (OCT) schedule, Testing schedules, and all other schedules that would require crew support and coordination.
f. Act as liaison for the ship in resolving conflicts in construction schedules.
g. Ensure that at least ten copies of reference (g) are available to support Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) installation.
h. Provide the PCU with at least one set of all the technical manuals required to support the equipment installed on the particular platform.
i. Provide the PCU with, or access to a complete set of ship's drawings.
j. Monitor the ship's familiarization training conducted by the Industrial Activity or Fleet Introduction Team (FIT) for fulfillment of the contract. Provide feedback to the Ship Program Manager and the Industrial Activity concerning content and value of this training.
k. Recommend to the Ship Program Manager the commencement date for the Habitability Inspection. Appendix A of this chapter provides sample documentation.
l. Recommend to the Ship Program Manager the date for placing the ship "In-Service." In-Service for Submarines should occur approximately two to four weeks prior to underway trials and for Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carriers two to four months prior to underway trials. Appendix A of this chapter provides sample documentation.
m. Recommend to the Accepting Authority the date for placing the ship "In Commission". The In Commission date is normally on or about the date of delivery.
n. Request necessary services for each trial from the FLTCINC in accordance with reference (a), with an information copy to the TYCOM.
o. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Accept custody of special nuclear material upon delivery from the U.S. Department of Energy.
p. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Transfer custody of, and responsibility for, special nuclear material to the OIC when the ship is placed "In-Service".
q. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Coordinate the schedule for dockside and underway tests and trials in accordance with the requirements of the Ship Program Manager and the Builder.
r. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Provide sufficient time for crew training and Fast Cruise during the building period to permit Ship's Force to attain a state of training adequate to ensure proper operation and safety of the ship and its personnel during Sea Trials. Provide sufficient time for the correction of deficiencies after the completion of the final Dock Trials and before the start of the operational training period.
s. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Submit for approval the schedule and sequence of any dockside tests or Sea Trials involving operation of the nuclear propulsion plant to NAVSEA 08, except where such tests and trials have been approved in the written instructions provided by NAVSEA 08.
t. (Submarines only) Coordinate with ISIC for support personnel to perform salvage inspection.
u. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Submit the schedule and sequence of all Sea Trials to the ISIC for approval and to the TYCOM for concurrence with the operational aspects of the trial.
v. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Report to the Ship Program Manager when the ship is ready for Fast Cruise and Alpha Sea Trial (Builder's Trials for Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carriers). Appendix B of this chapter provides a sample message.
w. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Report the successful completion of Fast Cruise and readiness for Alpha Sea Trial (Builder's Trials for Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carriers), with the concurrence of the OIC, to the TYCOM, with an information copy to the Ship Program Manager, the FLTCINC and the ISIC. Appendix B of this chapter provides a sample message for submarines.
x. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Report to the Ship Program Manager the satisfactory completion of Alpha Sea Trials (Builder's Trials for Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carriers). For Submarines, the material status of the ship is certified to support operations to test depth. Appendix C of this chapter provides a sample message.
y. (Submarines only) Certify to the Ship Program Manager the completion of all Sea Trials, reporting the status of all Sea Trial deficiencies and all CAT 1A Audit Items. Certify the material condition of the ship is satisfactory for URO to test depth. Appendix D of this chapter provides a sample message.
z. Retain responsibility for the material condition of the ship until it reports for duty in the fleet.
aa. Maintain "Lessons Learned Logs" from the CO of previously built ship for delivery to the next PCO/OIC.
2.4.2 Acceptance Trials/Combined Trials. The Supervising Authority is responsible for presenting the ship for AT/CTs. References (d), (e), and (f) delineate the Supervising Authority's responsibilities concerning these trials. Several of the more significant issues are:
a. Submit for approval the schedule and sequence of AT/CT to the President, Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV).
b. Request necessary services for each trial from the FLTCINC in accordance with reference (a), with an information copy to the TYCOM.
c. Provide riders to assist and provide system/historical expertise.
2.4.3 Post Shakedown Availability. During PSA the Supervising Authority is responsible for the following:
a. Determining, in conjunction with the CO, the type and extent of post-repair dockside and at-sea tests/trials, in addition to those described in Volume I, Chapter 6, section 6.4. Submit the following for approval:
(1) The schedule and sequence of post-repair nuclear propulsion plant trials to NAVSEA for concurrence and the ISIC/TYCOM Representative for approval.
(2) The schedule and sequence of post-repair trials subsequent to the nuclear propulsion plant trials to the ISIC for approval. Include the TYCOM as a Copy To addressee.
(3) The schedule and sequence of post-repair SSBN TRIDENT weapons trials to the Director Strategic Systems Program (DIRSSP) for approval.
b. Providing sufficient time for crew training to support Fast Cruise and to ensure the proper operation and safety of the ship.
c. Coordinating the schedule for Fast Cruise and post repair trials with the ISIC/TYCOM representative. Submit the Sea Trials Agenda to the Ship Program Manager for approval.
d. (Submarines only) Making available sufficient documentation of quality assurance for all Industrial Activity work and testing to allow the TYCOM representatives to assess the material readiness of the ship. Provide the CO a written statement per reference (c) certifying work within the SUBSAFE boundaries has been satisfactorily completed.
e. (Submarines only) Reporting to the TYCOM and the Ship Program Manager, with an information copy to the CNO, the FLTCINC, the ISIC and the CO of the ship that the material condition of those parts of the ship repaired and/or tested by the Industrial Activity are certified satisfactory for Fast Cruise and Sea Trials. The CO of the ship must concur. Appendix E of this chapter provides a sample message.
f. Reporting to the TYCOM the completion of Fast Cruise and the correction of all mandatory deficiencies. Recommend commencement of Sea Trials with the CO's concurrence. Appendix O of this chapter provides a sample message.
g. Reporting to the Ship Program Manager or the TYCOM (PSA less than six months) that Sea Trials have been completed, and for submarines, that the material condition of those parts of the ship installed, prepared and/or tested by the Industrial Activity is satisfactory for URO to design test depth. Appendix S of this chapter provides a sample message.
2.4.4 Deficiencies. The Supervising Authority's primary functions involve the building of ships and the correction/resolution of deficiencies discovered during the building and trials portion of construction. Reference (f) and locally generated Supervising Authority Instructions provide specific and detailed information pertaining to deficiencies, their identification, tracking and resolution. Contact the Supervising Authority for more information. Volume I, Chapter 5 also provides additional guidance.
2.5 IMMEDIATE SUPERIOR IN COMMAND. The ISIC is the TYCOM's delegate.
2.5.1 Pre-Commissioning. During the Pre-Commissioning period, the ISIC is responsible for the following:
a. Providing crew support prior to initial man-up. Personnel arriving prior to initial manning will be tasked with coordinating with the Supervising Authority to start the necessary preparations for initial man-up. Appendix T of this chapter provides a checklist of areas that need to be addressed as soon as personnel start arriving.
b. Conducting an inspection approximately two months following the arrival of the first increment of the crew at the building yard, using Volume I, Chapter 3, paragraph 3.3.1 as a guide.
c. Conducting periodic monitoring of ships per Volume I, Chapter 3, paragraph 3.3.2 to include:
(1) Technical and/or administrative/training assistance visits (Tech Assists) directed toward improvements in the management and conduct of maintenance and training tasks.
(2) Evaluation visits (Work-ups) to determine the state of administration and training.
(3) Spot checks (Monitor Visits) to monitor the progress and effectiveness in specific material, training and administrative areas.
d. Coordinating with the Bureau of Personnel (BUPERS) to ensure personnel arrive in support of initial crew man-up.
e. Conducting a Habitability Inspection when directed by the TYCOM. Volume I, Chapter 3, Appendix D provides information concerning the Habitability Inspection and a sample Compartment Surveillance Guide. Volume I, Chapter 3, Appendix E provides a sample check list.
f. Making recommendations to the TYCOM for placing the ship "In-Service". Appendix A of this chapter provides a sample message.
g. Conducting a review of units to be established as Field Calibration Activities prior to certification by the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)/Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) designated Metrology and Calibration Technical Representative. The review will evaluate the Field Calibration Activity in accordance with the requirements delineated with references (h), (i) and (j), or for Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carriers, reference (k).
h. When Ship's Force has assumed operational control, ensuring that assigned New Construction units operate and maintain installed diesel engines in accordance with established procedures. Specifically, the ISICs shall:
(1) Schedule a diesel inspection prior to initial start up by Ship's Force.
(2) Ensure that units are complying with Volume IV, Part I, Chapter 7 by the observation of diesel engine operations during shipboard visits.
(3) Conduct follow-up action to ensure that any unsatisfactory conditions found are corrected at an early date.
(4) Ensure that the Automated Diesel Engine Trend Analysis Program addressed by reference (l) is in place.
i. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Conducting a Pre-RSE of the Engineering/Reactor Department to determine the ship's readiness for the Naval Reactors Pre-Critical RSE. The TYCOM will assist in this examination. Volume I, Chapter 3, Appendix C provides administrative guidelines for the conduct of the Pre-RSE.
j. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Reviewing Pre-RSE findings, the CO's training plan, and progress evaluations, and direct follow-up reviews and/or inspections necessary to verify the ship's readiness for the RSE.
k. (Submarines only) Prior to Fast Cruise, reporting ship's preparations to assume responsibility for Re-entry Control in the Crew/Material Certification message. Appendix B of this chapter provides a sample message.
l. (Submarines only) Scheduling salvage inspections per Volume IV, Part III, Chapter 3.
m. (Submarines only) Designating the salvage inspection team using the guidance provided in Volume IV, Part III, Chapter 3.
2.5.2 Post Shakedown Availability. During PSA, the ISIC is responsible for the following:
a. Conducting periodic monitoring similar to that described in paragraph 2.5.1.c of this chapter, placing the emphasis on the management and conduct of PSA.
b. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Conducting a Pre-Critical Inspection of the Engineering/Reactor Department per Volume I, Chapter 6, paragraph 6.3.4. Review inspection findings, the CO's training plan and progress evaluations, and direct follow-up reviews and/or inspections as necessary to verify ship's readiness for criticality.
c. Witnessing and certifying to the TYCOM that the state of crew training is satisfactory for at-sea operations per the Force Training Manual. Appendix M of this chapter provides a sample message.
d. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Receiving from the CO/Supervising Authority the scope, schedule and agenda of the tests for Sea Trials for review and approval. When approved, forward copies of the agenda to the TYCOM.
e. Arranging for the embarkation of technical personnel who may be assigned by the Ship Program Manager to observe tests or trials.
f. Arranging for the assignment of operating areas and communications frequencies.
g. (Submarines only) Scheduling a salvage inspection in time to have discrepancies corrected prior to Fast Cruise.
h. (Submarines only) Prior to Fast Cruise, auditing Ship's Force Re-entry Control and Departure from Specification Records. Using the Submarine Maintenance Engineering, Planning and Procurement (SUBMEPP) Activity URO Maintenance Requirement Card (MRC) scheduling reports and current Industrial Activity/Ship's Force updates to the latest report, ensure URO MRC accomplishment is current.
i. (Submarines only) Conducting a material inspection consisting of a vertical audit of Ship's Force and Fleet Maintenance Activity SUBSAFE work and URO completion status per Volume V, Part II, Chapter 8 of this manual.
j. (Submarines only) Reporting satisfactory completion of the inspections of paragraphs 2.5.2.c, 2.5.2.h and 2.5.2.i of this paragraph to the TYCOM in one "priority," crew certification message per the sample message (Appendix M of this chapter), paralleled by a telephone call to the TYCOM Watch Officer reporting the date-time group of the message.
k. (Submarines only) Advising the TYCOM by message of escort requirements and ensuring that an escort is provided during the initial tightness dive, the deep dive and emergency blow tests as required by Volume I, Chapter 6, section 6.4.
l. (Submarines only) Providing updated Sea Trials status by telephone to Commander Submarine Development Group (COMSUBDEVGRU) One if Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) Modified Alert support services are in use per Volume I, Chapter 4, paragraph 4.4.3.c.
m. (Submarines only) Providing an operations order, copy to the TYCOM and, where appropriate, the local ISIC, with an information copy to the CNO and the FLTCINC. Include within the operations order instructions to send specific messages announcing the commencement and completion of the initial deep dive with the TYCOM as an information addressee.
n. If deficiencies exist and/or it appears that extension of time is required to correct training/material deficiencies, the TYCOM shall be immediately advised by telephone and message. The Supervising Authority will be included as an information addressee. The TYCOM retains the prerogative to authorize corrective action by the Industrial Activity in the case of material deficiencies.
o. When authorized by the TYCOM, direct the ship to get underway for Sea Trials.
2.6 BUILDING YARD. The Building yard is an industrial activity responsible for construction of the ship, correction of shipbuilder responsible deficiencies and additional logistic support products as delineated in the contract. The following is a sample listing of the shipbuilder's products and responsibilities.
a. Technical Manuals for Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFE).
b. Ship Information Book (SIB)/Ship Systems Manual (SSM)
c. PMS for new systems when tasked by Ship Program Managers or cognizant NAVSEA code.
d. Selected Familiarization Training.
e. Ship Drawings
f. Advising the Accepting Authority and the TYCOM of the date of initial criticality.
g. Builder's Trials (non-nuclear) to include:
(1) Taking the ship to sea
(2) The testing of all equipments and systems with the exception of weapons.
2.7 DESIGN YARD/PLANNING YARD. The Design Yard/Planning Yard, which may also be the Building Yard, is an industrial activity responsible for maintaining the Ship's Drawing Index current with configuration. The Planning Yard is responsible for updating ship's drawings to reflect PSA changes.
2.8 COMMANDING OFFICER, PROSPECTIVE COMMANDING OFFICER, OFFICER IN CHARGE.
2.8.1 General.
a. The responsibilities of a PCO for a new construction ship are set forth in U.S. Navy Regulations. In the case of a nuclear powered ship under construction, the PCO has additional responsibilities associated with the operation of the nuclear propulsion plant as specified in references (a) and (b). In order to provide him with authority commensurate with this responsibility the PCO will be designated in his orders as CO of the PCU, a separate and detached command, with responsibilities as specified in references (a) and (b) and U.S. Navy Regulations.
b. Following completion of the required training and material readiness certification, the CO/PCO/OIC must keep the ISIC fully informed of any changes in personnel, training and/or material status which could affect the validity of certification. Prompt notification is required to permit revision of Operational Orders and services required.
2.8.2 Pre-Commissioning. Specific responsibilities of the PCO during the primary construction phase are as follows:
a. The preparation and execution of training plans, operational and emergency bills, procedures and organization manuals in support of his responsibilities.
b. The demonstration of his crews operational and administrative readiness in accordance with the inspections required by Volume I, Chapter 3, paragraph 3.3.4.
c. Verifying that all required Navy Enlisted Classification Codes or other skill requirements are met by BUPERS or by the ship's training programs.
d. The presentation of the crew for the platform applicable inspections described within this volume.
e. The designation of a Miniature/Microminiature (2M) Repair or Module Test and Repair Manager.
f. The designation in writing of a Calibration Coordinator.
g. Ensuring that at least two NAVSEA/NAVAIR certified Field Calibration Activity/Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department technicians are available to support certification.
h. Verifying that all pertinent alongside tests, inspections and trials are completed.
i. The establishment of "Lessons Learned Files". These files are to be turned over to the incoming PCO of the next ship of the class to be built. DDG 51 Class Destroyers should pass their files to the PMS 400 tasked contractor. MHC Class ships can provide this data to the FIT while all others should pass Lessons Learned to the Supervising Authority if the next PCO has not yet arrived.
j. The establishment of PMS in accordance with reference (g) and Volume I, Chapter 3, paragraph 3.4.1.
k. Concurring with the Ship Program Manager's request to the TYCOM for the conduct of a Habitability Inspection.
l. The designation of system/space experts to assist the ISIC with the Habitability Inspection.
m. The establishment of early liaison with the Engineering Training Group (ETG) team OIC to define training needs and the agenda for assist visits in preparation for LOA and Initial Light-Off.
n. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) The development and execution of training plans and documents in support of his responsibilities for inspection and operation of the nuclear propulsion plant. These plans and documents shall be in conformance with the instructions and procedures approved by NAVSEA.
o. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) The preparation of ship's engineering/reactor personnel for examination by the Nuclear Propulsion Directorate (NAVSEA 08).
p. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Review the findings of the ISIC's Pre-RSE Inspection Team and make necessary adjustments to the ship's training program to ensure the crew's readiness for the RSE. Keep the ISIC advised of the ship's training plan and provide an assessment of the crew's progress.
q. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Maintain the Reactor Plant in accordance with reference (m). Ensure records are ready for the ISIC's audit prior to Fast Cruise.
r. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Review test and trial schedules and agendas and signify concurrence to the TYCOM and the designated ISIC. Copies of detailed schedules and agendas for underway trials will be forwarded to the designated ISIC, the escort ship (Submarines) and the TYCOM Embarked Representative.
s. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Assume duty as the OIC and accept custody and responsibility for special nuclear material, after the ship is placed "In-Service". Report to the FLTCINC In-Service status. Appendix A of this chapter provides a sample message.
t. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) The preparation of Ship's Force Dock Trial Agenda.
u. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) In accordance with the specifications and information in this volume, the conduct of dockside and underway trials. Critical operation of the reactor will be conducted in accordance with reference (n).
v. (Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carriers only) Prior to Fast Cruise, report to the TYCOM the successful completion of Crew Certification and recommend commencement of Fast Cruise and Builder's Trials via message. Appendix B of this chapter provides a sample message.
w. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) When authorized by the Ship Program Manager, conduct Fast Cruise in accordance with Volume I, Chapter 4, section 4.3.
x. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) During Sea Trials, assume the duties of Officer In Tactical Command unless otherwise designated by the ISIC.
y. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Provision for adequate crew rest time during Sea Trials. Six uninterrupted hours in each twenty-four hour period is a minimum for each crew member.
z. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) In the absence of a TYCOM and ISIC representative, act for the TYCOM in approving on-the-spot changes to approved Sea Trial Agendas.
aa. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) When all platform applicable requirements of this instruction are completed to the OIC's satisfaction and when permission has been received from the ISIC, proceed to sea in accordance with the operations order and carry out the approved Sea Trial Agenda.
ab. (Submarines only) If possible, participate in two at sea periods prior to initial Sea Trials as follows:
(1) Accompany the preceding ship of the class on the first Sea Trial to learn how the propulsion trial is run (except first ship of class).
(2) Participate in an underway period of at least five days duration approximately six months prior to the final phase of Crew Certification. The purpose of this ride is to refamiliarize the PCO with those functions unique to being underway so as to ensure the safe conduct of his own initial Sea Trials and shakedown. This underway period also allows him to validate his crew's training program. This underway period should be on a ship, preferably of the same class, which is concentrating on basic ship/submarine operations, such as Selected Refresher Training or Independent Ship Exercise (ISE), so he can witness such evolutions as: coming to periscope depth, snorkeling, ventilating, casualty training, etc. If the new construction schedule has 10-12 weeks between Power Range testing and the final phase of Crew Certification, the PCO should go to sea approximately two months before initial criticality. The intent is for the PCO to go to sea after having been in the Industrial Activity for a fair amount of time (normally one year or more), but with sufficient time remaining to improve his own training program if necessary. During these underway periods, the PCO should spend time on the bridge and also observe piloting and navigation.
NOTE: IF NOT POSSIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN TWO AT-SEA PERIODS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE, THE ISIC AND TYCOM WILL COORDINATE REQUIRED TRAINING.
ac. (Submarines only) Request that the ISIC conduct a salvage inspection in accordance with the policies set forth in Volume IV, Part III, Chapter 3.
(1) Coordinate salvage inspection support requirements as may be needed by the inspecting team to fulfill the requirements of Volume IV, Part III, Chapter 3, Appendix A.
(2) Ensure Volume IV, Part III, Chapter 3, Appendix B is completed and furnished to the Senior Inspecting Officer prior to the commencement of the Salvage Inspection.
(3) Ensure all ship's data called out in Volume IV, Part III, Chapter 3, Appendix A is assembled and staged prior to the inspection for ease of reference by the inspecting team.
(4) Take corrective action on all discrepancies found during the Salvage Inspection. Inform the ISIC of corrective action prior to commencement of Fast Cruise.
ad. (Submarines only) Ensure a copy of the salvage plan has been provided to the escort ship designated for Sea Trials. Coordinate communications and operational procedures with the escort ship to ensure the escort is fully informed of the submarine's condition and intentions.
ae. (Submarines only) Concur with the Supervisory Authority message that the material condition of the ship is satisfactory to commence Fast Cruise.
af. (Submarines only) Upon successfully completing Fast Cruise and after having exercised his crew thoroughly and operated all machinery, equipment and systems to his satisfaction, concur in the Supervising Authority's message recommending commencement of Alpha Trials. Appendix B of this chapter provides an example of this message.
ag. (Submarines only) Maintain Planned Maintenance Management Plan in accordance with reference (o). Ensure records are ready for the ISIC's audit conducted prior to Fast Cruise.
2.8.3 Trials and Inspections. PCO responsibilities are delineated in references (d) and (e).
2.8.4 Post Shakedown Availability. Specific responsibilities of the PCO during PSA are as follows:
a. Determine, in conjunction with the Supervising Authority, the nature and extent of PSA Sea Trials. Prepare, in conjunction with the Supervising Authority, the Sea Trial Agenda, including the sequence and duration of each test. The Supervising Authority will submit it to the Ship Program Manager and the ISIC/TYCOM representative for approval as described herein. Provide copies of the approved detailed schedule and agenda for underway trials to the local ISIC and, if appropriate, the escort ship and the TYCOM Embarked Representative. This schedule and agenda shall include:
(1) The minimum requirements shown in Volume I, Chapter 6, section 6.4.
(2) A firm time scheduled for conducting all tests and trials showing their sequence and duration.
(3) General prerequisites for conducting each test. Detailed prerequisites should be itemized as part of individual test requirements.
(4) Responsibility for conducting each test (Industrial Activity or Ship's Force).
(5) Ship's Force support required for conducting each test.
(6) Provision for adequate crew rest time during Sea Trials. Six uninterrupted hours in each twenty-four hour period is a minimum for each crew member.
(7) (Submarines only) Provision for a minimum of six hours of uninterrupted ISE for crew training following the initial tightness dive and prior to the deep dive.
(8) Underway tests may be run during ISE and rest periods on a not-to-interfere basis. Specifically, tests which can be conducted underway under normal operating conditions without manning special watch stations that require extra military personnel may be scheduled during rest periods. Tests which will not interfere with Ship's Force drills and training exercises may be conducted during ISE periods.
b. Prepare Dock Trial Agenda.
c. Conduct one day Ship's Force Dock Trials in accordance with Volume I, Chapter 6, paragraph 6.3.5.
d. Demonstrate the crew's state of training.
e. Ensure that all pertinent alongside tests, inspections, and trials are conducted.
f. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Supervise operation of the nuclear propulsion plant. Conduct critical operations as set forth in reference (n).
g. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) When authorized by the TYCOM, conduct Fast Cruise in accordance with Volume I, Chapter 6, paragraph 6.3.6.
h. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Review the findings of the Pre-Critical Inspection (if performed) and adjust the training plan to ensure the crew's readiness for criticality. Advise the ISIC of training plan adjustments and provide an assessment of the crew's progress.
i. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) Maintain Reactor Plant Maintenance in accordance with reference (m). Ensure records are ready for an ISIC audit conducted prior to Fast Cruise.
j. (Submarines only) Undergo a salvage inspection in accordance with Volume IV, Part III, Chapter 3.
k. (Submarines only) Maintain Planned Maintenance Management Plan in accordance with reference (o) and SUBSAFE Re-entry Control in accordance with Volume V, Part II, Chapter 4 of this manual. Ensure records are ready for an ISIC audit prior to Fast Cruise.
l. (Submarines only) Concur with the Supervising Authority message (Appendix E of this chapter) concerning Fast Cruise/Sea Trial readiness.
NOTE: SUBSEQUENT TO THE MESSAGES (APPENDICES F AND M OF THIS CHAPTER), ANY DEFICIENCY DISCOVERED AND THE CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN WHICH AFFECTS WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY, RECOVERABILITY OF THE SHIP, OPERATIONS OF THE SHIP'S CONTROL SURFACES OR THE SHIP'S SALVAGE CAPABILITY SHALL BE REPORTED TO THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER, TYCOM AND FLTCINC BY THE SUPERVISING AUTHORITY/ISIC/TYCOM REPRESENTATIVE BY MESSAGE. PREVIOUS CERTIFICATION MESSAGES SHALL BE SUSPENDED. WHEN A REVIEW OF THE MESSAGE IS COMPLETED BY THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER FOR DEPOT ITEMS AND TYCOM FOR SHIP'S FORCE ITEMS, THE SHIP PROGRAM MANAGER WILL CERTIFY TO THE TYCOM THAT THE MATERIAL CONDITION OF THE PARTS OF THE SHIP COVERED BY THE DEPOT WORK PACKAGE IS SATISFACTORY FOR SEA TRIALS TO A SPECIFIED DEPTH. THE TYCOM IN TURN CERTIFIES THAT THE SHIP'S SUBSAFE CERTIFICATION BOUNDARY IS SATISFACTORY FOR SEA TRIALS TO THE SAME DEPTH.
m. (Submarines only) Concur with the Supervising Authority message (Appendix O of this chapter) that Fast Cruise was successfully completed, all mandatory deficiencies for Sea Trials have been corrected and recommend commencement of Sea Trials.
n. (Submarines only) Prior to Sea Trials, report the material certification of the ship to the TYCOM by message (Appendix P of this chapter).
o. (Submarines only) Upon completion of Sea Trials, report the status of any work performed by Forces Afloat within the SUBSAFE boundary, the status of Departures from Specification and the status of URO MRCs to the TYCOM by message (Appendix R of this chapter).
2.9 PRE-COMMISSIONING UNIT. The PCO and crew will monitor the ship's construction, prepare ship's directives, regulations and administrative programs, and observe and/or demonstrate the operation of installed systems to ensure the ship is safe and habitable prior to commissioning. The shipyard period is an opportunity for the crew to familiarize themselves with the ship. The ship will be required to complete various certifications leading up to introduction into the fleet. This section provides some insight into the administrative requirements and personnel related issues associated with the initial man-up.
2.9.1 Initial Man-up. New construction ships are manned based on a Crew Scheduling and Phasing Plan. Dependent upon the platform type, crew manning is accomplished in two, three, four or as many as eight increments. The quantitative and qualitative requirements of these increments are based on the platform type, test and construction schedule. The objectives of the Crew Scheduling and Phasing Plan are to:
a. Ensure adequacy of schooling for personnel assigned.
b. Ensure appropriate course convening dates.
c. Ensure there are no conflicts/redundancies between Navy and contractor courses.
d. Ensure sufficient training for anticipated maintenance and operating skill requirements.
e. Ensure the optimization of training opportunities for personnel in the pipeline en route to the ship. A senior crew member from the first increment shall be assigned with the responsibility of tracking and reviewing manning issues. For some ships, the Ship Program Manager has provided support contractors to assist either partially or entirely in the management of the Crew Scheduling and Phasing Plan. Regardless of the class or type of ship, the initial increment of personnel must quickly organize. If a detachment concept is used, Appendix U of this chapter provides a basic listing of requirements that the first increment of personnel should be pursuing. Appendix V of this chapter provides similar information for the non-detachment approach.
2.9.2 Training.
2.9.2.1 Shipboard Training. The Industrial Activity presents a unique environment with special circumstances not routinely encountered by operating forces. The incremental assignment of personnel to PCUs and the pace of new construction demands a comprehensive training strategy. A well established training program is the key to the ship being ready for introduction into the Fleet. Consistent with the objectives of a shipboard training program, the TYCOM training manuals and references (p), (q), (r) and (s), a new construction training program will ensure that:
a. (Nuclear Powered Ships only) The qualification of all Engineering/Reactor Department personnel in strict accordance with reference (t). Included is the CO's responsibility to personally conduct an RSE of each key propulsion plant watchstander.
b. Personnel are trained in any special Quality Assurance (QA) procedures that may be used during the construction period.
c. Personnel assigned are knowledgeable of the platform, system and equipment installations and operation of installed equipment.
d. Watchstander qualifications support a watch section of fully or provisionally qualified personnel for all scheduled events.
e. Training designated for assigned personnel supports the platform/equipment configuration.
f. Intensified special training is provided to support:
(1) Cold Operations
(2) Hot Operations
(3) RSE
(4) LOA
(5) Criticality/Power Range Testing
(6) Combat Systems Installation Certification
(7) Crew Certification
(8) Fast Cruise and Sea Trials
(9) Piloting Party/Navigation Detail
(10) Damage Control Team
(11) Fire Fighting Team
(12) Tactical Team
(13) Special details
g. All billets requiring specific Navy Enlisted Classifications are filled.
h. Established Naval Schools and Trainers are used to the maximum extent possible.
i. Factory training on systems/equipments for which Naval Schools are not established is provided.
j. Special training in accordance with TYCOM directives is provided for provisional certification to load, handle, stow and maintain a weapons load-out specific to the class of ship.
k. Weapons/Combat Systems training is sufficient to enable the Weapons/Combat Systems Department to operate its systems while complying with existing safety rules, technical directives and governing operating procedures promulgated by the CNO, the Defense Nuclear Agency, NAVSEA, Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command, the TYCOM or other commands as applicable.
l. Industrial Activity/contractor familiarization training courses are monitored for content and value. Provide supplemental instruction where necessary and inform the Supervising Authority and Ship Program Manager of significant problems or shortfalls.
m. The enlisted training program is started as soon as the Leading Petty Officers for the major divisions arrive. The Officers and senior enlisted personnel will develop the content and scope of the training programs for implementation with the arrival of the first large increment of enlisted personnel.
n. Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment Maintenance Program training shall be conducted in accordance with reference (u).
2.9.2.2 Industrial Activity Training. The Industrial Activity/FIT will provide familiarization training in accordance with the shipbuilding contract on ship's characteristics and systems. This training generally is not sufficient for "System Expert" qualification, but will provide an excellent opportunity for School of the Boat/Ship, and at the same time provide an opportunity for Divisional Training Petty Officers to develop a more detailed and in depth training program. In most cases the Industrial Activity will allow the ship to control the scheduling of topics.
2.9.2.3 Fleet Training Center. Surface ships utilizing the Pre-Commissioning Detachment Concept at a Fleet Training Center (FTC), either in Norfolk, VA or San Diego, CA, are provided with an outstanding opportunity to ensure pipeline training is obtained. This concept also provides for the easy access to many of the basic courses such as firefighting, damage control, Repair Parts Petty Officer training, Drug and Alcohol Program Advisors, Component Change Control, etc., which are needed to ensure assigned personnel can effectively function as a ship's crew upon delivery. For ships not utilizing the FTC Detachment Concept, such as submarines, an individual should be assigned to monitor and track training and manning issues as they develop.
2.9.3 Ship's Qualification Program. The implementation and operation of the Ship's Qualification/Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) should ensure a logical process for training Ship's Force for watchstanding and ship's qualification. TYCOM instructions that cover Ship's Qualification/PQS requirements are found in references (p), (q) and (r). The department organization manual should establish prerequisites for watchstander qualification. Qualification goals should be established and the program should support completion of goals within each division. Fleet wide training and qualification goals are:
a. Underway Watchbills; 3 Section Enlisted, 4 Section Officer/Chief Petty Officer.
b. Inport Watchbills; 4 Section Enlisted, 5 Section Officer/Chief Petty Officer (6 Section for all personnel on Aircraft Carriers).
2.9.4 Deficiency Identification and Correction. The establishment of procedures by which Ship's Force reports and tracks the correction of deficiencies cannot be overstressed. The Supervising Authority relies heavily upon PCU involvement to augment their efforts. Inspections of systems, equipments and spaces by PCU personnel are extremely important in the identification of unsatisfactory work and/or material deficiencies. Each shipbuilder and associated Supervising Authority have their own established system for tracking shipbuilder responsible deficiencies. Those deficiencies which are not corrected during the construction cycle will be submitted to the INSURV Board just prior to FCT, AT or CT (the type of trial dependent on platform). These deficiencies, depending on their seriousness, may impact a ship's delivery to the Navy. Deficiencies cited must either be resolved/corrected or waived by the Ship Program Manager.
2.9.5 Establishment of Engineering/Reactor Department. This paragraph addresses the Engineering/Reactor Department establishment and tasks which are to be accomplished during the pre-commissioning phase of new construction. The tasks defined in this section incorporate experience gained and lessons learned from previously completed ships. The objective is to provide guidance which will assist in the ship's readiness, from an Engineering/Reactor Department standpoint, to successfully complete contract milestones and to prepare for fleet introduction.
2.9.5.1 Requirements. The PCU should monitor and report on the ship's construction progress to the PCO, and dependent upon platform, conduct and/or witness and participate in the ship's dockside and at-sea testing, attend periodic documentation reviews, assessments, and validations, and provide recommendations regarding manpower, training, watchstanding and related shipboard engineering requirements. Tasks and responsibilities include items discussed in the following paragraphs.
2.9.5.2 Shipboard Inspections. Shipboard inspections by the ship's Engineering/Reactor Department and cognizant Supervising Authority personnel are necessary during the ship construction phase. There is no precise pattern or timetable for these inspections, but they should be thorough and conducted frequently. Ship's Force personnel need to become familiar with the contract specifications and system drawings. This will ensure the prompt identification, and documenting, of discrepancies discovered when comparing "as built" conditions to the actual specification.
2.9.5.3 Personnel Qualification Standards. Theoretical portions of PQS should be implemented during the training pipeline at the specific Training Centers and at the FTCs using available technical manuals and training material. Ship-wide PQS should be implemented prior to the arrival of the final crew increment at the shipbuilder's yard. The ship's Engineer Officer should establish interim watch qualifications to set the training goals for Engineering/Reactor Department personnel as they arrive at the Industrial Activity. Additionally, PQS sign-off authority should be specified in writing by the ship's Engineer Officer, in order to ensure that the provisional qualifications and sign-off procedures function smoothly.
2.9.5.4 Outfitting Support (as applicable). The PCU must ensure that engineering spaces are completely outfitted. Routine progress inspections must be made in this area, and the PCU will participate in completing Compartment Completion Inspection Reports. It is important that personnel involved with Compartment Completion Inspection Reports are fully aware of all implemented Engineering Change Proposals and Engineering Change Notices to ascertain that outfitting materials and Operating Space Items (OSI) support the ship as revised by Engineering Change Proposals and Engineering Change Notices. Configuration Change Requests must be drafted with full recognition of the guidance contained in both the General Specifications for Building Naval Vessels and the specific Class Building Specifications.
2.9.5.5 Operational Sequencing System (Surface Ships only). The Operational Sequencing Systems (OSS) (Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS), Sewage Disposal Operational Sequencing System, etc.) establish the operational procedures for various shipboard equipment, including applicable Casualty Control procedures. Validation of Engineering Department OSS manuals is the responsibility of the ship's Engineering Department personnel, with assistance provided by the Ship Program Manager and contractor support personnel (if available). This validation will ensure that procedural requirements are current, well-defined and correct. OSS validation is a Key Event that must be accomplished by the PCU prior to arrival of the final crew increment. EOSS installation (under the cognizance of Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD)) involves the following sequence of events, which may be modified for other OSS installations:
a. Develop the preliminary EOSS package.
b. Submit the preliminary EOSS to the PCU, the Supervising Authority and the Ship Program Manager.
c. The PCU, the Supervising Authority and the Ship Program Manager review the preliminary EOSS.
d. Conduct cold plant check to validate equipments for correct system operation.
e. Revise EOSS to pre-hot check package and submit EOSS to the PCU, the Supervising Authority and the Ship Program Manager.
f. Conduct pre-hot check.
g. Conduct hot system ship check.
h. Submit final EOSS to the PCU, the Supervising Authority and the Ship Program Manager for review/comment.
i. Deliver camera-ready copy of EOSS to Ship Program Manager.
j. Print, laminate, assemble EOSS.
k. Install final EOSS.
2.9.5.6 Engineering/Reactor Department Organization and Regulations Manual. The Engineering/Reactor Department Organization and Regulations Manual (EDORM/RDORM) is the responsibility of the ship's Engineer/Reactor Officer, however, basic EDORM/RDORMs have been established as guidelines. Reference (v) provides EDORM development guidance for Surface Forces, reference (w) provides guidance for Submarines, and reference (t) provides EDORM/RDORM development guidance for Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carriers.
2.10 SUPPORT ACTIVITIES.
2.10.1 Fleet Technical Support Center. The Fleet Technical Support Centers (FTSC) have numerous functions and responsibilities, some of which will further be discussed in Volume I, Chapter 3, but for the purpose of this section only those functions and responsibilities related to new construction will be discussed.
2.10.1.1 Fleet Technical Support Center Atlantic. Fleet Technical Support Center Atlantic (FTSCLANT) is located in Norfolk, VA. Personnel from FTSCLANT are responsible for the loading of PMS on every new construction ship to be manned by naval personnel. Their primary functions with respect to new construction is to install PMS in a phased sequence in coordination with Ship's Force. Additional information concerning PMS installations can be found in Volume I, Chapter 3, paragraph 3.4.1.
2.10.1.2 Fleet Technical Support Center Pacific. Fleet Technical Support Center Pacific (FTSCPAC) is located in San Diego, CA. In support of new construction, FTSCPAC assists FTSCLANT by providing the required Maintenance Index Pages (MIP)/Maintenance Requirement Cards (MRC) and the ship's List of Effective Pages (LOEP). FTSCPAC is responsible for the maintenance of the PMS library, the generation of all PMS reports, the distribution of periodic Force Revisions and distribution of the PMS CD-ROM. One of the reports generated by FTSCPAC is the PMS-16. This report may be ordered for TYCOM responsible units, all units or a specific class of units. The PMS-16 identifies MIPs to hulls and can provide a quick overview of the PMS loaded on sister ships of a class. Maintenance and Material Management (3-M) Coordinators should consider ordering the report as a tool to be used when validating the ship's LOEP.
2.10.2 Submarine Maintenance Engineering, Planning and Procurement Activity. The SUBMEPP Activity is located in Portsmouth, NH. SUBMEPP functions are related to submarines and selected submarine support activities. As was the case with the FTSCs, SUBMEPP's functions are numerous and deal with a submarine's maintenance at all levels of accomplishment (Organizational, Intermediate, Depot) from construction to inactivation. For the purpose of this section SUBMEPP's responsibilities and functions include:
a. Tracking the configuration of ships under construction.
b. Assisting FTSCLANT with the PMS installation on all new construction submarines.
c. Assisting the Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Groton with the resolution of INSURV deficiencies concerning PMS related issues.
d. Providing Ship's Force with a Master Equipment Guide List (EGL) for all non-nuclear/non-missile related equipment (component to MRC).
e. Providing Ship's Force with their URO and Maintenance Requirement Procedure documentation at PMS installation.
f. Providing 3-M Coordinator Training at SUBMEPP concerning TRIDENT and SEAWOLF Maintenance philosophy.
g. Processing all shipbuilder developed Submarine PMS to the In-Service Engineering Activity (ISEA) for review and approval.
2.10.3 Navy Management Systems Support Office.
a. Navy Management Systems Support Office (NAVMASSO) designs, develops, implements and provides life cycle support for standard fleet non-tactical automated information systems, afloat and ashore. NAVMASSO, also known as the Fleet Central Design Activity, is the software development and support command for tactical support applications automated under the Shipboard Nontactical Automated Data Processing Program (SNAP), the Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System and their successor program, the Naval Tactical Command Support System. Through these programs, NAVMASSO automates supply, inventory, finance, ship/submarine/aviation maintenance and configuration management, medical, dental, food services, retail operations, manpower administration, watch, quarter, station bills, for fleet and fleet-like activities. In all, NAVMASSO customers number over 1200 separate activities, many of which operate with multiple functional systems.
b. All software development takes place at NAVMASSO's headquarters in Chesapeake, VA, along with Atlantic Fleet implementation and support. NAVMASSO DET PAC in San Diego, CA is responsible for Pacific Fleet implementation and support. Small detachments in Sigonella, Italy and Yokosuka, Japan provide on-site assistance for overseas commands and units deployed to the Sixth and Seventh Fleets.
2.10.4 Fleet Introduction Team (Surface Forces only). Reference (x) states that for newly commissioned Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic (COMNAVSURFLANT) ships, COMNAVSURFLANT assumes the responsibility of instituting and managing a fleet introduction program. FITs provide support to pre-commissioning crews by monitoring the progress of construction, coordinating training, providing continuity in the management and administration of facilities at the building site and providing administrative support. For the DDG 51 and to a lesser degree the LHD 1 programs, the Ship Program Manager provides this support in the form of support contractors. The specific responsibilities of individual FITs will vary dependent upon the platform and the requirements peculiar to that platform. Appendix W of this chapter provides a generic base line of services available if a FIT is established.
2.10.5 Engineering Training Group (Surface Ships only). The ETG is chartered by reference (v) to assist ships in tailoring a training program for the conduct of pre-light-off cold checks and evaluations, program management and fire fighting. This assistance is rendered through formal visits, scheduled at the request of the ship's ISIC via the quarterly scheduling process. ETG teams will conduct tailored training, defined in consonance with the CO, the ISIC and the team OIC which best meets the needs of the ship. Reference (y) provides additional information concerning ETGs and guidelines for their use.
2.10.6 Nuclear Propulsion Mobile Training Team (Surface Ships only). The Surface Nuclear Power Mobile Training Team will conduct Engineering/Reactor Department crew certification for ships undergoing extended availabilities (greater than six months) and PCUs. This shall include Reactor Department administration, qualifications, operations, cleanliness, preservation, material condition, radiological controls, chemistry controls and damage control. The Maintenance Training Group will conduct preavailability training with Reactor Department personnel, conduct in progress quality assurance audits and visits, and train the crew in life cycle management.
2.10.7 Fitting Out and Supply Support Assistance Center (Surface Ships only).
a. Fitting Out and Supply Support Assistance Center (FOSSAC) is a world wide supply support organization dealing with logistics engineering and management, acquisition and information systems training, cost and manpower analysis, and occupational health and safety issues. FOSSAC major service operations are:
(1) Code 02 - Intra-Fleet Supply Support Operations Program
(2) Code 03 - Fitting Out Supply Assistance Team (FOSAT)
(3) Code 05 - Naval Supply Systems Command Occupational Safety and Health Office
(4) Code 06 - Logistics Engineering Department
(5) Code 07 - Systems Training Department
(6) Code 08 - Price Fighters Department
(7) Code 09 - Shipboard Uniform Automatic Data Processing System Support Group
(8) Code OM - Manpower Management Analysis
As the subject of this volume is new construction the following provides a brief description of Code 03, the FOSAT.
b. FOSAT assists PCOs and their Prospective Supply Officers in establishing the Supply Department for U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, and Foreign Military Sales ships during their new construction, conversion, activation and modernization periods. This mission also extends into Integrated Logistics Overhaul/Integrated Logistics Review for Military Sealift Command ships. FOSAT also assists INSURV inspectors. FOSAT evaluates the progress and effectiveness of:
(1) Ship's equipment validation.
(2) Provisioning of ship's equipment.
(3) Allowance products development.
(4) Material ordering (via Automated Coordinated Shipboard Allowance List (COSAL) Tracking System).
(5) Material receipt and identification.
(6) Stowage, both mock-up and shipboard.
c. Additional services provided by FOSAT includes:
(1) Serve as the focal point to assist the PCU.
(2) Establishment and maintenance of S-1 records.
(3) Establishment and training of the food service, retail sales and services divisions and the disbursing function aboard new construction ships.
(4) Conduct the pre-acceptance bin validity inspection and recommend acceptance or rejection of storerooms based on the results.
(5) Chair Automated COSAL Tracking System Conference and User's Meeting.
(6) Chair Incremental Stock Number Sequence List and Load COSAL quality reviews for Naval Inventory Control Point allowance products.
(7) Chair Start of Overhaul and End of Overhaul COSALs or Integrated Allowance Document for Military Sealift Command ships undergoing Integrated Logistics Overhaul or Integrated Logistics Review.
(8) Report on the effectiveness of supply support to the Systems Commands (NAVSEA and NAVSUP), the TYCOMs, Commander Military Sealift Command and Ship Masters, as appropriate.
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