J-1503060-05 NAVSUPPACTSOUDABAYINST 3750.7F (AMD 0005).pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

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NAVSUPPACTSOUDABAYINST 3750.7F

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19 APR 2022

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY INSTRUCTION 3750.7F

From: Commanding Officer, Naval Support Activity Souda Bay

Subj: FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE PREVENTION PROGRAM

Ref: (a) COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2D

(b) OPNAVINST 3750.6S

End: (1) Airfield Areas of Responsibilities

1. Purpose. To promulgate procedures and responsibilities for the reduction/elimination of Foreign Object Damage (FOD) to aircraft/engines at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay.

2. Cancellation. NAVSUPPACTSOUDABAYINST 3 750.7E.

3. Background. FOD sustained by aircraft, engines, support equipment, and other aeronautical equipment accounts for the largest percentage of premature removals of gas turbine engines and components. These incidents represent hazards to personnel, consume valuable maintenance man-hours, impose additional unscheduled workloads, create shortages, waste dollars, and reduce operational readiness. References (a) and (b) are the governing instructions for the U.S. Navy's FOD Prevention Program.

4. Discussion. The majority of FOD can be attributed to poor housekeeping, poor maintenance practices, and carelessness. Tool control programs have significantly reduced the number of engine and aircraft damaged by hand tools. The success of tool control awareness is in part due to stressing the absolute necessity for implementing procedures that will ensure strict accountability of nuts, bolts, washers, rivets, safety wires, etc., during maintenance actions. One of the most important factors in FOD prevention is the immediate and thorough investigation of FOD incidents. Comprehensive investigation can identify the foreign object, assess the maintenance and operating practices which contributed to the incident, and permit the timely action to prevent recurrence.

5. Applicability. FOD prevention is the responsibility of all hands. The efforts of everyone from the Installation Commanding Officer (ICO) to the most junior person is necessary to maintain an effective program. All hands must ensure they are intimately familiar with the responsibilities of the FOD prevention program.

6. Responsibilities:

a. The ICO shall: Bear overall responsibility for the FOD Prevention Program and designate in writing the Airfield Operations Manager as the FOD Prevention Officer.

b. The FOD Prevention Officer shall:

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(1) Inspect, at regular and irregular intervals, aircraft parking ramps, taxiways, runways, construction areas adjacent to ramp/runway, ramp entrance areas, aircraft, hangar area, maintenance/transportation vehicles, fuel/oil servicing trucks, pantograph areas, and ground support equipment.

(2) Establish procedures for canceling FOD walk-downs due to inclement weather, ramp/aircraft activities, and command sponsored events.

(3) Coordinate and advise tenant commands and individual FOD Prevention Officers, as well as establish and maintain a FOD Incident Investigation Team. The composition of the FOD Incident Investigation Team is as follows:

(a) Aviation Safety Officer

(b) Station/Tenant Command FOD Prevention Officers

(c) Station/Tenant Maintenance/Quality Assurance Officers

(d) Installation Safety Officer

c. The FOD Incident Investigation Team Members shall:

(1) Investigate all installation FOD incidents within the department's areas of responsibility.

(2) Assist supported units in their investigations when requested.

d. Aviation Detachment Squadron Commanding Officers andlor Detachment Officers-in-

Charge shall:

(1) Provide all available personnel to supplement NSA Souda Bay FOD walk downs (0730 Tuesday and Thursday) to include all aircraft parking ramps, taxiways, and areas adjacent to ramp/runway. Perform routine cleaning of aircraft tie down points in respective ramp areas (see enclosure (1)).

(2) Ensure aircrew conduct a FOD walk down within 30 feet of their aircraft during pre-flight. Ensure sufficient taxi interval between aircraft to preclude prop washlj et blast propelled FOD damage.

(3) Maintain all Support Equipment (SE) and authorized ramp vehicles in a FOD-free condition.

(4) Limit vehicular traffic and SE/Aviation Ground Equipment movement on aircraft parking ramps and taxiways to the minimum number required to support aircraft operations.

Utilize off ramp routes when vehicles and equipment are not in direct support of aircraft.

(5) Provide manpower as required for annual and contingency FOD walk downs.

e. The Airfield Operations Manager shall:

(1) Initiate a continuing program to ensure that taxiways and runways are free of FOD.

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(2) Direct sweeper trucks and drivers to priority areas on aircraft ramps, taxiways, and runways for daily cleaning or as required to correct a FOD hazard.

(3) Conduct routine inspections of all departmental airfield vehicles for potential FOD (tools, soda cans, candy wrappers, etc.).

(4) Conduct periodic inspections of all ramp areas and aircraft maintenance/divisional spaces for potential FOD.

(5) Ensure Departmental Tool Control and FOD Prevention Programs meet current directives and that the programs are carried out effectively.

(6) Ensure all hands are formally trained in FOD prevention procedures on a quarterly basis, at a minimum. This training shall be provided to all personnel licensed to drive vehicles on aircraft ramps, taxiways, and runways.

(7) Position FOD shakers ("drive-over' vehicle tire tread FOD removal devices) and clearly marked FOD receptacles in the most effective locations for FOD reduction. Notify the Public Works Officer for required replacement or repair.

(8) Organize and coordinate a complete base wide FOD walk down annually or when conditions dictate.

f. The Transient Line Division Officer shall:

(1) Ensure FOD Prevention Program training is accomplished.

(2) Address unique division considerations as well as general prevention techniques.

(3) Ensure all personnel on or around the flight line during flight or maintenance operations observe all rules pertaining to gear adrift (e.g. protective equipment secure).

(4) Continuously monitor flight line conditions for potential FOD hazards and advise the FOD Prevention Officer whenever additional FOD control measures are deemed necessary.

(5) Routinely spot-check all areas.

(6) Provide FOD bags for personnel conducting FOD walk downs.

(7) Ensure FOD walk downs are supervised by E-7 or above and that all participants are alert and actively searching for potential FOD items. A professional approach is mandatory for complete success.

(8) Ensure Mini-FOD walk downs are conducted prior to any engine turn.

(9) Ensure FOD walk downs or vehicle sweeps occur every weekday, prior to the first scheduled operation.

(10) Routinely spot check division spaces for evidence of program support (FOD containers, general housekeeping, etc.).

(11) Inform division personnel of, and ensure compliance with, program requirements.

g. The Transient Line Supervisor shall ensure:

(1) Personnel on or around the flight line during flight or maintenance operations observe all rules pertaining to gear adrift.

(2) Control FOD bags during FOD walk downs.

(3) Call away FOD walk downs as appropriate.

h. Work Center Supervisors shall:

(1) Provide personnel to support all daily FOD walk downs.

(2) Ensure safe maintenance practices are practiced in work center areas of responsibility.

Make daily inspections of all assigned spaces and SE, to ensure that good housekeeping practices are enforced.

(3) Ensure personnel assigned to perform maintenance tasks are fully cognizant ofFOD prevention, fastener control and tool control objectives. This will include a thorough pre maintenance inspection of tool containers and work areas as per reference (a). Account for all consumable items used or removed during equipment repair (e.g. nuts, bolts, washers, pieces of lock wire, etc.). Bag and mark all loose hardware upon removal from SE. Conduct thorough area clean up after job completion and a CDI inspection as per reference (a), before installing, operating, or activating same.

(4) Ensure SE used in support of maintenance is kept free ofFOD. This will include an inspection of SE tires for embedded rocks, screws, etc.

(5) Ensure aircraft and support equipment are properly secured and stowed upon completion of maintenance tasks.

(6) Ensure personnel observe all safety rules pertaining to FOD control (i.e., no gear adrift on the flight line area, no loose items in pockets, cranial straps or PPE secured during aircraft turns, etc.).

(7) Ensure compliance with all elements of the Tool Control Program.

(8) Report all identified FOD hazards or potential FOD hazards to the FOD Prevention Officer. Make appropriate recommendations for the elimination of such hazards.

i. The U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Detachment Souda Bay (NA VF AC) Officer-in-Charge (OIC) shall:

(1) Provide sweeper truck and driver for cleaning aircraft ramps, taxiways, and runways on a routine basis, or as required to correct a FOD hazard, or as requested by tenant activities and supported departments.

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(2) Ensure FOD fences are erected around all airfield construction sites bordering the aircraft ramp, taxiways, and runways.

(3) Ensure an area inspection for potential FOD is conducted daily around all airfield construction sites.

(4) Provide material/manpower support in the design, construction, and maintenance of "FOD Shakers", barrels, and other self-help FOD prevention devices and equipment.

(5) Ensure all departmental vehicles/rolling stock are inspected for potential FOD prior to entry onto aircraft ramps/taxiways/runways.

(6) Ensure NAVFAC personnel, including civilian contractors, are trained and comply with the letter and intent of this instruction.

(7) Provide manpower as required for annual and contingency airfield FOD walk downs.

(8) Limit authorized vehicular traffic and equipment movement on aircraft parking ramps and taxiways to the minimum number required to support NAVFAC operations. Utilize off ramp routes when vehicles and equipment are not in direct support of airfield maintenance.

j. The Fleet and Industrial Supply Center (FISC) Sigonella Detachment, Souda Bay OIC shall:

(1) Ensure servicing equipment (i.e. fuel trucks) which regularly operate on the aircraft ramp are equipped with FOD-free tires.

(2) Ensure authorized ramp vehicles SE/Maintenance Hydraulic Equipment are maintained in a FOD-free condition.

(3) Ensure aircraft engines/components in a shipping or storage status are free of FOD hazards.

(4) Ensure periodic inspection of all cargo storage and assigned areas for potential FOD (see enclosure (1)).

(5) Ensure Tool Control and FOD Prevention Programs meet established guidelines and are carried out effectively.

(6) Provide manpower as required for annual and contingency airfield FOD walk downs.

(7) Limit vehicular traffic and support equipment movement on aircraft parking ramps and taxiways to the minimum number required to support aircraft operations and/or mission requirements. Utilize off ramp routes when vehicles and equipment are not in direct support of aircraft.

(8) Ensure cargo movements conducted on or around the airfield are supervised to ensure packing material and FOD is contained and managed.

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k. The Security Officer shall:

(1) Maintain all ramp patrol vehicles in a FOD-free condition.

(2) Limit authorized vehicular traffic and support equipment movement on aircraft parking ramps and taxiways to the minimum number required to support aircraft operations andlor mission requirements. Utilize off ramp routes when vehicles and equipment are not in direct support of aircraft.

(3) Provide manpower as required for annual and contingency airfield FOD walk downs.

1. The Fire Chief shall:

(1) Maintain all emergency response and fire fighting vehicles/equipment in a FOD-free condition.

(2) Limit emergency response and fire fighting vehicles/equipment movement on aircraft parking ramps and taxiways to the minimum number required to support airfield operations and/or mission requirements. Utilize off ramp routes when vehicles and equipment are not in direct support of mission accomplishment.

m. All other NSA Souda Bay Departments and Tenant Commands not specifically assigned responsibilities under this instruction shall:

(1) Maintain all authorized ramp usage vehicles in a FOD-free condition.

(2) Limit all authorized vehicular traffic and support equipment movement on aircraft parking ramps and taxiways to the minimum number required to support essential operations.

Utilize off ramp routes when vehicles and equipment are not in direct support of mission.

7. Records Management. Records created as a result of this instruction, regardless of media and format, must be managed per Secretary of the Navy Manual 5210.1 of September 2019.

8. Review and Effective Date. Per OPNAVISNT 5215.17A, NSA Souda Bay will review this instruction annually on the anniversary of its effective date to ensure applicability, currency, and consistency with Federal, Department of Defense, Secretary of the Navy, and Navy policy and statutory authority using OPNAV 5215/40 Review of Instruction. This instruction will automatically expire ten years after effective date unless reissued or canceled prior to the ten-year anniversary date, or an extension has been granted.

Releasability and distribution:

This notice is cleared for public release and is available electronically only via the NSA Souda Bay website, https://g2.cnic.navy.millDirectives/Documents/Forms/Regionlnstallation.aspx?FilterField 1=RegionO&Filter Value 1=CNREURAFCENT&FilterField2=InstallationO&FilterValue2=NSASOUDABAYGR

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