FRCSWLCP_4790_Ch_10.16_Support_Equipment_Operator_Training_and_Licensing.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

FLEET READINESS CENTER SOUTHWEST

P.O. BOX 357058

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92135-7058 IN REPLY REFER TO:

FRCSWLCP 4790 (CHP 10.16)

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SUPPORT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING AND LICENSING PROGRAM

From: Commanding Officer

Subj: FLEET READINESS CENTER SOUTHWEST NAVAL AVIATION

MAINTENANCE PROGRAM STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE FOR

SUPPORT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING AND LICENSING

Ref: (a) COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2B (NAMP) Naval Aviation Maintenance Program

(b) NAVAIR 00-80T-119 NAVAIR Weight Handling Support Equipment

(c) FRCSWINST 13600.1B Support Equipment Misuse and Abuse Program

(d) NAVAIR 00-80T-96 Basic Handling and Safety Manual

1. Purpose and Scope

a. To define policy, procedures, and responsibilities for the training and licensing of Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) personnel prior to operating/maintaining Support Equipment (SE) / Weight Handling Equipment (WHE), as specified in reference (a) .

b. This Local Command Procedure (LCP) is applicable for Depot Level maintenance and applies to all command personnel who operate and/ or maintain SE/WHE that requires a license. See reference (a) for a listing of equipment requiring a SE license.

c. This supplement provides additional local requirements for the FRCSW Support Equipment Operator Training and Licensing Program.

2. Cancellation. FRCSWLCP 4790 (CHP 10.16) dtd 21 Feb 2012

3. Local Command Procedures

a. Background. Proper operation of SE is one of the key elements to safe, efficient aircraft and equipment maintenance.

Improper use of SE may result in: Excessive ground handling mishaps, repair and replacement costs amounting to millions of dollars annually, and reduced operational readiness. SE

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operators must be fully knowledgeable of operational characteristics, safety precautions, and emergency procedures.

The Command SE Training Program transfers this knowledge in a standard systematic approach in compliance with references (a) through (d).

b. Policy. All personnel who operate and / or maintain designated SE must be trained, must be qualified, and must possess a valid United States Navy (USN) Aviation SE Operator's License, Form OPNAV 4790 / 102.

(1) The program for initial licensing includes two distinct phases of SE operator training:

(a) Phase I Formal Classroom Training. FRCSW's Training Office shall provide SE training to all personnel in the operation and periodic maintenance of specific types / models of SE. The SE Training and Licensing (900 Division) Level II personnel shall be responsible for Phase I training of all FRCSW personnel. Phase I training is intended to teach equipment operation, safety precaution and periodic maintenance. This shall not qualify the student to operate SE in conjunction with aircraft, engines, or equipment. The following items shall be provided prior to attending a Phase I training course at Level II SE Training and Licensing:

!· Copy of a valid state driver license / U.S.

Government motor vehicle operator identification card (OF-346) (if applicable).

~· Copy of completed Airfield Vehicle Operator Indoctrination Course (AVOIC) (if applicable).

2· Copy of weight handling physical examination certificate for WHE (if applicable) per reference (b).

(b) Phase II Training. Phase II personnel shall receive On the Job Training (OJT) at the shop level in the operation of SE as it is applied to its intended end use function (e.g., systems operations on aircraft, engines, equipment, test fixtures, etc.). Phase II training requires the following:

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1. OJT. Practical instruction / OJT for systems operation shall be provided by a licensed OJT / Practical Examination Instructor. FRCSW 12410 / 85 WHE OJT / Practical Examination Worksheet (level III) shall be required for initial and renewal prior to Weight Handling Equipment OJT and Practical Examination for specific aircraft (T / M/ S} use.

~· Practical Examination. After completing the OJT, a qualified, licensed OJT / Practical Examination Instructor shall give a hands-on examination covering either the aircraft Type/Model / Series (T/M/ S} specific SE or SE intended for its end use function. The examination is outlined in reference (a).

3. Written Examination. An authorized FRCSW Instructor / Examiner from code 7.3 shall administer and control the written examination covering the SE for the specified aircraft T / M/ S. Field Service Operators shall be tested on all Aircraft T/ M/ S they might use. Successful completion of the test requires a passing score of 85% or higher. Candidates who fail a written examination for an initial Phase I shall perform additional on the job training and re-take the examination no earlier than 10 days from the date of the failed examination.

Additional OJT shall be provided by respective work centers / shop.

(2) After successful completion of Phase I training, candidates must successfully complete required reading, OJT, practical and written examination within 90 days from the date of Phase I completion. Otherwise, candidates shall start initial Phase I training again.

(3) Renewals for Level III may be accomplished by completing the Phase II Parts C, D, and E of SE License Certification form contained in reference (a), Chapter 10.16, page 10-236 and 10-237 for all general aviation SE, provided the license has not expired. For Level III, WHE / OJT / Practical examination renewals use form FRCSW 12410 / 85 and complete parts C, D, and E and attach the completed Phase I, provided the license has not expired. If the license has expired, all of Phase I and Phase II requirements must be completed.

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(4) SE licenses for non-self-propelled equipment are valid for three years from the day the written examination was successfully completed. All licenses must be annotated with the SE model number and the type of aircraft for which the operator is licensed. All licenses must be fully documented in training records maintained by FRCSW activity.

(5) Additionally, in the case of self-propelled SE, a valid U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Identification Card (OF-346), or a valid state driver's license is a prerequisite to the issuance of an SE license. Licenses for self-propelled SE are valid for three years from day written examination was successfully completed or not to exceed expiration date of OF-346/state driver's license, whichever comes first. For all self propelled SE, the operators must have a current driver's license with at least 90 days until expiration date prior to scheduling for a Phase I and II training/licensing.

(6) Licenses for SE operation and maintenance issued by other commands or activities shall be valid for use at FRCSW if they conform to the standards of Form OPNAV 4790 / 102.

Supervisors are responsible for verifying satisfactory proficiency of the individual and completing the Phase II practical portion (Part C) of the SE License Certification (per reference (a)) prior to allowing equipment use.

(7) Level III FRCSW personnel operating offsite shall conform to this instruction with the following options. Phase I training may be obtained at local FRCs, Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS), or other activities providing Phase I training. Phase II training, OJT, required reading, practical and written examinations may be obtained through supporting MALS or supported tenant activities. Part E of form CNAF 4790.2B Certification of Phase II final signature and the CNAF 4790 / 102 (Yellow License) signature block shall be submitted to FRCSW SE Manager/Training Director for signatures mailed to: Training Office / SE Manager, FRCSW P.O. Box 357058, San Diego CA 92135- 7058 . Electronic Individual Qualification Recording System (eiQRS) Skills Module shall be updated for all FRCSW employees SE licenses for tracking purposes. OFFSITES activities supervisor may call the FRCSW Training scheduler at (619) 545- 2886 for the FRCSW instructor to administer the written examination and to issue the license. All Phase II training OJT

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shall be completed by the local T/ M/ S activities and is the responsibility of the activity issuing the license. Satellite FRC / MALS activities hosting and supporting FRCSW Offsite operations who under the cognizance and authority of their respective Commanding Officers, that have the capacity to provide full SE Licensing and services may supply the Certification of Phase II, and Yellow License Certifying Signatures (IAW) references (a) through (d), the FRCSW Offsite Supervisor will make digital copies of all Phase I and II training to include a copy of the signed Yellow License and email this information to the FRCSW SE Manager / Training Director for entry into the eiQRS skills system and for proof of program compliance documentation purposes.

(8) Safe operation of SE for end use is the primary responsibility of the operator per reference (c). All hands who witnessed unsafe or improper practices of SEs shall report incidents to the SE Operator Training and Licensing Program Manager for possible license revocation. A misuse and abuse report must be submitted, where appropriate, using reference (c) procedures. In cases of revocation, personnel shall be required to retake all training before the license is reissued.

c. Responsibilities.

(1) The SE Operator Training and Licensing Program Manager / Training Office shall manage the SE Operator Training/ Licensing Program using reference (a) guidelines.

Management responsibilities include:

(a) Ensuring required training (Phase I and Phase II) is in place for all SE used at FRCSW per references (a) and (d), classroom training, OJT, and develop written examinations that are valid for all pieces of support equipment by T / M/ S aircraft requiring licenses, and a qualified instructor and facilities are available for training and testing.

(b) Ensuring training and testing is available.

(c) Processing qualification documentation, entering license information to IQRS Skills Module Database and maintaining files / records of licensed employees.

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(d) Acting as the Command Subject Matter Expert for all SE training and licensing matters.

(e) Reviewing Operators' Licenses and revoking, as appropriate, per reference (a).

(f) Scheduling Phase II written examinations and making available to shop supervisors reports from the IQRS database of Due-to-Expire and expired licenses.

(g) Preparing the USN Aviation Support Equipment Operator's License Form OPNAV 4790 / 102 with the following information:

1. BLOCK 1 - Name of operator.

2. BLOCK 2 - Rate / Civilian.

3. BLOCK 3 - N/ A

4. BLOCK 4 - ACTIVITY / STATE - Only for self-propelled SEs, otherwise leave blank. Enter the individual's state driver's license number/state and expiration or U.S Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Identification card.

Automatically extend for military personnel whose state driver's license qualifies under the extension policies listed in accordance with reference (a).

5. BLOCK 5 - "FRCSW, SAN DIEGO, CA."

6. BLOCK 6 - Signature of Licensee.

7. BLOCK 7- SE Program Manager / Department Head, signature.

~- BLOCK 8A - TYPE OF EQUIPMENT (If for the same T/M/S, one license may be used. Each type of SE shall be on a separate line.)

~- BLOCK 8B - DATE. License is valid 3 years from the date Phase II written examination was successfully completed or in the case of self propelled SE, the entries must not exceed the expiration date in block 4 (unless automatically extended) or three years, whichever comes first.

10. BLOCK BC - SE Program Manager / Department Head DEPOT Level, Initials.

11. BLOCK 9 - Annotate the aircraft T / M/ S identified on the SE OJT / Practical Examination Worksheet, e.g.

"F I A-lBA only. "Annotate" for Non-Aircraft use only" for licenses to be used not around aircraft. For field service, annotate "Field Service only," and the T/ M/ S license.

(h) Reviewing all documentation for completion and signatures and then signing Phase II (part D, FRCSW Technical Instructor shall sign in lieu of Quality Assurance Representative Examiner for DEPOT level) and (Part E, of CNAF 4790.2B, SE Operator Training and Licensing Program Manager signature in lieu of Maintenance Officer Level III and Maintenance Officer for Level II) after the employee successfully completes the Phase II written examination.

(i) Forwarding supporting documents and USN Aviation Support Equipment Operator's License (signed by SE Operator Training and Licensing Program Manager / Department Head) to the shop supervisor for issue.

(j) Entering license information into the employee's / personnel record in the ASM / IQRS Skills Database.

(2) Work Center / Shop supervisor shall:

(a) Ensure the proper training and licensing of operators prior to SE use. They shall select personnel for training whose attitude and skills are indicative of safe, skilled operation after licensing.

(b) Review the monthly Due-to-Expire and Expired SE Operator License Reports (located in the IQRS Skills Module under skills report/support equipment license report / Expired license I Due to expire to identify those employees needing to be re-licensed before the license has expired. Personnel with expired licenses shall need to complete both Phase I and Phase II training and are not authorized to operate SE until required licensing procedures are successfully completed.

(c) PHASE I TRAINING. Contact FRCSW SE Training (level II) to schedule personnel for Phase I training. Classes are scheduled (minimum 30 days in advance) on a first come first served basis.

(d) PHASE II TRAINING

1. Assign a licensed operator as OJT/Practical Examination Instructor to administer OJT and the Practical Examination to personnel in training. The OJT Instructor must be licensed in the same type equipment and T/M/S for which OJT shall be provided.

~· Ensuring for specific WHE, such as A/S32A-44, a comprehensive Phase II, Part B, and C, OJT/Practical. Form FRCSW 12410/85 is required for all WHE licenses to obtain and enhance proficiency in equipment operation per references (a) and (b) .

~· Ensuring the OJT/Practical Examination Instructor records each individual date the employee performs OJT on Form FRCSW 12410/85, Phase II Part B and Part C and signs each completed block of Form FRCSW 12410/85.

~· Ensure all documentation is completed prior to requesting a Phase II written examination.

l· Receive USN Aviation Support Equipment Operator's License Form OPNAV 4790/102 card and all the supporting documentation from FRCSW Training Office after the employee passes the written examination.

!· Enter training and licensing information on the employee's Individual Qualification Record (IQR) Part 1 Form FRCSW 4855/250 (paper copy) and maintaining a training folder with all training requests, worksheets, and test results, etc.

(3) Industrial Quality and AIRSpeed Department, Code 6.4, shall:

(a) Ensure compliance with the requirements of reference (a).

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(b) Perform program audits of the SE Operator Licensing System to ensure records are maintained; training and licensing are in accordance with reference (a) and the program is operating as directed.

(4) FRCSW Technical Training Instructor is involved in Phase II training only and shall:

(a) Maintain and administer Phase II written examinations to include drafting, review and control.

(b) Conduct a review of safety, warnings and cautions associated with equipment operation prior to administering the Phase II written examination.

(c) Grade written examinations. A passing grade of 85% or higher is required.

(d) Forward all completed documents to Training Director or SE Operator Training and Licensing Program Manager for final signature.

recorded Operator /II and

IQR.

(5) FRCSW personnel SE License Certifications shall be in EIQR Skills Module for tracking purposes by the SE Training and Licensing Program Manager. All SE Phase I copy of the CNAF 4790/102 shall be filed in individual

d. Forms. You can access all forms and instructions referenced in this LCP by contacting the Administrative Support Division, Code 7.1.3, building 94, door 39. Forms 619-545-0764, Instructions 619-545-0790.

(1) For USN Aviation Support Equipment Operator's License, Form OPNAV 4790/102, go to the Naval Forms Online web site http: // navalforms .daps .dl a. mil/web/public/home .

(2) WHE OJT/Practical Examination Worksheet, FRCSW 12410/85 is available online in the Horizon Website in the Forms Warehouse at https: / /hori zonp.navai r .navy.mil/72500/forms/ind ex . html .

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e. Records. The Training Office retains copies of the SE

License Certification/License Request for a period of 2 years.

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D. B. SIMMONS, III

Distribution:

Electronic only, via Horizon website https://horizonp.navair.navy.mil /