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Afloat Training Specialist (ATS) Study Guide
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- Published 01/19/2008
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Afloat Training Specialist (ATS)
Surface Force Training Manual instruction number - COMNAVSURFORINST 3502.1c
Surface Force Training Manual Chapters
Chapter 1 – General Instructions
Chapter 2 – Surface Force Continuous Training
Chapter 3 – Sustaining Maintenance / Unit Level Skill across the FRTP
Chapter 4 – Shipboard Training Administration
Chapter 5 – Unit Competitions
Appendix A – Exercise Requirements
Appendix B – Exercise Equivalencies
Appendix C – Glossary
Appendix D – Index
Chapters 2 & 3 are the “heart” of the SFTM
Afloat Training Specialist Instruction Number
COMNAVSURFORINST 3500.2
Afloat Training Specialist Certification
Individual achieves a level of excellence in Afloat Training above and beyond his/her peers
Displays superior shipboard training abilities including training team and scenario development skills
Afloat Training Specialist Requirements
1. Complete one FRTP as a member of a shipboard training team or serve 12 months in an ATO training billet
2. Complete (N7-approved) SBTT course of instruction
3. Complete ATS JQR
4. Complete one warfare specific or Integrated Training Team package approved by ATS Coordinator
5. Receive trainer evaluations recommending ATS designation from (3) certified Afloat Training Specialists
(one trainer evaluation must be accomplished by an ATG ATS)
6. Receive 4.0 mark or better in Professional Knowledge with no mark below 3.0 in any trait for 12 months preceding nomination
7. Demonstrate sustained professional performance as an Afloat Trainer
AFLOAT TRAINING SPECIALIST
ACRONYMS
CNSF – Commander Naval Surface Force
ISIC – Immediate Superior-in-Command
FRTP – Fleet Response Training Plan
NMETL – Navy Mission Essential Task List
ULTRA – Unit Level Training & Readiness Assessment
FEP – Final Evaluation Problem
TSTA – Tailored Ship’s Training Availability
TORIS – Training & Operational Readiness Information System
TFOM – Training Figure of Merit
MITE – Monthly In-port Training Exercise
EOC – Engineering Operational Certification
LOA – Light Off Assessment
SORTS – Status Of Resources & Training System
NTMPS – Navy Training Management & Planning System
NCTE – Navy Continuous Training Environment
FST-U – Unit Level Fleet Synthetic Training Exercise
TRMS – TYCOM Readiness Management System
CCR – Continuous Certification Requirement
Fleet Response Training Plan
Adjustable/scalable approach to training managed by (CNSF for all surface forces) TYCOMs and NFCs that aligns naval capabilities and NMETs and supports combatant commander and navy requirements
Four Phases: MAINTENANCE – UNIT LEVEL – INTEGRATED – SUSTAINMENT
Maintenance Phase
- Normally starts the FRTP (usually 9 weeks)
- Major unit level prerequisites for “Surge Ready” deployment (manning/maintenance/training) completed so additional tailored, integrated training can be completed quickly if necessary to surge as required
Unit Level Phase
- Focus on completion of TYCOM ULT requirements
-Team training both onboard and ashore
-Unit Level exercises in port and at sea
- Inspections, Assessments, Certifications, Qualifications
- Training is monitored by ISIC and supported by ATG
-Training Team / Watch Team development
- Watch stander qualification
- Exercises / Evolutions in C2 / weapons employment / mobility / warfare specialty
- Upon completion of scheduled Maintenance / Unit Level Phases a unit is expected to be proficient (M2) in all mission areas and have completed certifications in a wide variety of core competencies for surface ships
Integrated Phase
- Synthesize individual unit actions into coordinated strike group operations in a challenging multi-warfare operational environment
- Ships begin to develop warfare skills in coordination with other units while maintaining unit proficiency
Sustainment Phase
- Begins upon completion of the Integrated Phase, continues throughout the post deployment period and ends with the commencement of the subsequent maintenance phase
- Designed to sustain warfighting readiness as a group or multi-unit
- Train units/staff in multi-mission planning and execution
- Sustainment training will vary based on the unit’s length of time in “MCO Ready” status and anticipated tasking
ITT – Integrated Training Team
Leader: XO Coordinator: DH (usually OPS)
Training Team Leaders make up the rest of the ITT
- Plan/coordinate/integrate ship’s training team for controlling cascading casualties in realistic situations
- Train to sustain maximum combat system capability under adverse conditions
CSTT – Combat Systems Training Team
Leader: CSO (sometimes OPS) Coordinator: STO/EMO
CSTT Technical – Weapons Systems Techs CSTT Tactical – Operational aspects of Combat Systems
- Trains watch team to operate in multi-threat environment
DCTT – Damage Control Training Team
Leader: XO Coordinator: Senior DCC
- Responsible for developing a well-trained DC crew able to function in a casualty environment
ETT – Engineering Training Team
Leader: CHENG Coordinator: MPA
- Responsible for the training/readiness of watchstanders in the engineering plant
ATT – Aviation Training Team
(Amphibs – LHA/LHD, etc)
Leader: Air Boss Coordinator: Mini Boss
Hangar Deck Training Team Flight Deck Training Team
- Identify/formulate/integrate/conduct all aviation mobility and amphibious warfare exercises
MTT – Medical Training Team
Leader: Senior Medical Officer Coordinator: Senior Corpsman
(MTT falls under DCTT for ships w/o medical officers)
- Responsible for developing a well-trained crew capable of basic first aid in all environments
STT – Seamanship Training Team
Leader: OPS (CRUDES) or 1st LT (Amphib) Coordinator: 1st LT (CRUDES) or ship’s Boatswain (Amphib)
Navigation Training Team Deck Training Team
- Responsible for identification/formulation/integration/conduct of all mobility training pertaining to seamanship
Commander Naval Surface Force (CNSF)
Responsible for overall management of naval surface force training, policy, procedures, and requirements
a. Manage Maint/Unit Level phase surface force training
b. Development of new/revised training evolutions
c. Identification of training support service requirements
d. Annual review of Surface Force Training Program
e. Coordination with other TYCOMs to ensure training standardization
f. Assist COMNAVRESFOR (identify training support / service requirements for NRF)
g. Provide Surface Force Training guidance to ATG
Immediate Superior In Command (ISIC)
Monitors and provides overall supervision of each assigned unit’s progress throughout the training cycle and participates in selected evolutions
a. Ensure compliance of assigned units with SFTM
b. Assist COs in coordination of ULTRA-C/E and ULTRA-S events
c. Approve CO’s tailored training plans for TSTA
d. Conduct ULTRA (C/E & S) w/support of ATG
e. Upon completion of ULT (w/concurrence of ATG) grant certs
f. Review / approve assigned unit training plans and monitor execution through TFOM
g. Approve ship scheduling through the FRTP
h. Monitor performance of assigned units – report unsatisfactory progress to CNSF
i. Re-evaluation of skills found to be unsatisfactory / incomplete following ULTRA
j. Monitor Integrated & Sustainment phase training for major fleet exercises
k. Administer Battle Effectiveness Award program for assigned units
Afloat Training Group (ATG)
CNSF’s “executive agent” for training
The use of ATG by the ISIC & CO is required during Maint/ULT Phases to assure standardization in conducting & assessing training
a. Evaluate status of training readiness during ULTRA (C/E & S) and provide recommendation
for certification and follow-on training
b. Support SHIPTRAIN development of policy, procedures, and processes
c. Serve as Program manager for TORIS and associated applications
d. Serve as database manager for Surface Force and ATO training/certification data
e. Provide training assistance to ISIC/ship in form of LTTs
Commanding Officer
Ensures the development of a viable shipboard training program
a. Maintain Continuous Certification Requirements (CCRs) specified in SFTM
b. Conduct ULTRA (C/E & S) and propose schedule modifications to conduct required training
c. Tailor FRTP training objectives determined by the ULTRA C/E process (approved by ISIC)
d. Achieve/maintain unit proficiency by effective use of onboard training devices/simulations
e. Aggressively prepare ship’s system and personnel for training events
f. Evaluate and report primary and secondary mission area training readiness
g. Ensure internal administration of training in the command is well organized and maintained
Training Officer
Assists the XO in the formulation & administration of the unit training program
a. Member of PB4T
b. Prepare, issue and maintain training schedules after PB4T has outlined requirements
c. Coordinate with OPS O in scheduling training exercises
d. Supervise implementation of PQS System
e. Maintain TORIS database
f. Provide CO an assessment of ship’s mission readiness (TORIS/TFOM/Stoplights/SITs)
g. Maintain ship’s formal schools requirements program
h. Primary coordinator for ship’s NTMPS/FLTMPS database
i. Attend FCA TSC/TSD sponsored quarterly TrainO & school coordinator meeting
j. Maintain password access, and log-in to the SURFOR N7 training ATG websites at least weekly to ensure training tools and guidance are current
Training Teams
Training Teams should be comprised of a core group of the most knowledgeable and experienced personnel in the ship who bring enthusiasm to the training process
Mandatory Assessments during initial SHIPTRAIN
ULTRA Certification (ULTRA-C/E)
CMTQ (as applicable)
Engineering Operations Certification (EOC)
Supply Management Certification (SMC)
3M Inspection
Final Evaluation Period (FEP)
ULTRA Sustainment (ULTRA-S)
Integration
Integration occurs when one training team must meet its objectives in order for another training team to accomplish theirs
Integration must include an initiating event (CAUSE) which results in an impact and required actions (EFFECT) to another training team’ area of responsibility and assessment
Achieving Integration: ULTRA C/E, ITT Week, FEP - - must meet 70% of objectives to achieve Integration
Surge Ready
(ULT PHASE) Upon completion of ULT Phase (in case of urgent need) commanders may employ units at a level of operational risk commensurate with the units warfighting capabilities achieved and certified
- Ship has achieved TFOM proficiency level BLUE in all required mission area certifications
- TSTA & FEP complete and certified mission capable for helicopter detachments
- Completed Maint/ULT phases & prepared for Integrated/Sustainment training – Deployable for single ship ops
Amphibious Task Force Surge Ready
(ULT PHASE) Special category for amphibious assault ships in order to support contingency amphibious lift requirements
- ATF Surge Ready ships provide lift support and are not required to conduct the full breadth of amphibious tasks
GWOT Surge Ready
(INTEGRATED PHASE) Units achieve “GWOT Surge Enabled certification after completing ULT phase training that provides the general foundation in integrated C2 aspects of GWOT missions using classroom and synthetic training events
- Ships trained to operate as an Expeditionary Action Group (EAG)
- EAG will be given live training that emphasizes multi-unit C2 procedures
Major Combat Operations (MCO) Surge Ready
(INTEGRATED PHASE) Units are ready for operational employment at more acceptable levels of operational risk commensurate with the level of capability achieved at the time of the requirement to surge
MCO Ready
(INTEGRATED PHASE) Unit or group is certified for forward deployed operations and the ability to operate in a joint environment
FEP
Final Evaluation Problem - - FEP is mandatory for all ships
FEP may be validated during the Integrated Training Team Week (ITT Week)
During FEP the ISIC, assisted by ATG will validate the completion of Maint/ULT phases based upon the ship’s ability to:
- Conduct multiple simultaneous combat missions
- Support functions in an integrated environment
- Survive complex casualty control situations under stressful conditions
SHIPTRAIN
CNSF process to meet Fleet Response Plan (FRP) requirements
Objective is to transition from 16 week Unit Level Phase training to a continuous training methodology
TORIS / TFOM
TORIS & TFOM are the enabling data engines to achieve SHIPTRAIN objectives
- TORIS - CNSF single authoritative database/hub for all proficiency effectiveness and efficiency metrics
- Web-based data engine consisting of various applications used to assess / train / certify
- TFOM – Commanding Officer’s tool for directing and monitoring continuous self training and sustainment of warfighting proficiency
TFOM is based on FOUR PILLARS:
PROFICIENCY – Most heavily weighted pillar – Measures how well a ship performs warfighting tasks
PERSONNEL – Includes school/course/NEC requirements, manning levels, watch team turnover, training team PQS
MANAGEMENT – ASA / WTRP, cruise missile doctrine, battle orders, phys sec bill, PQS program, combat systems smooth log, security clearances
MATERIAL – Tracks all required equipment and hardware necessary to support operations and training
Level of Knowledge Exams
Ships will administer LOK Exams quarterly IAW each certification tab – results entered into TORIS
- Ships will administer LOK Exams in conjunction with each ULTRA event
- Ship’s TRAINO will work with ATG N7 to identify which tests must be administered during SBTT
- ATG N7 will generate Test ID’s for the TLO to forward to the ship’s TRAINO for administration
- Exams required for certification will be proctored by trusted agents of the ship’s CO
Objective
- Task that must be performed to assess proficiency
- Objectives can target: Individual Watch Standers, Watch Teams, and Training Teams
- Scenarios should be developed so that the specified objectives can be accomplished during the event
- Use previous assessments indicating specific deficiencies and lessons learned when developing scenarios
Terminal Objective (TO)
What task must be accomplished
Enabling Objective (EO)
How the task is accomplished
Measure of Proficiency (MOP)
How well the task is accomplished
Long Range Training Plan (LRTP)
A comprehensive list of training that must be completed throughout ships operating cycle
1. Exercises
2. Evolutions
3. Courses of instruction
4. Drills
5. GMT
6. Lectures
7. Inspections
8. Assist visits
Short Range Training Plan
Extends 3 months of training
Developed from the LRTP (Long Range Training Plan)
Prepared for departments and the entire command
Watch Team Replacement Plan (WTRP)
Provides means of identifying loss/replacement of critical watch stations
Watch Organization extends one year into future to preclude changes that adversely affect the team
Ensures required personnel are identified / qualified prior to assignment
Ties in with PQS program and Training Plans to ensure PQS and training requirements support WTRP
Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS)
- Provides references, theories, and practical applications necessary to learn a specific watch station
- Provides chain of command with a means to monitor individual progress
Individual Training Record
Division Officer’s Record (DOR) – serves as a reference for evaluations
- Used to monitor individual qualifications and progress through the PQS program and training plans in order to keep critical watch stations manned using the WTRP
Training Methodology
Assess, train, and certify
Objective Base Training (OBT)
What must be trained, how it will be trained, and how well it must be performed
TSTA
Tailored Ship’s Training Availability
Based on a syllabus developed by the CO, w/ATG support, and approved by the ISIC following ULTRA C/E.
Unit Level Phase
- Training team / Watch Team Development
- Watch stander Qualification
- Exercises & evolutions in basic command & control, weapons employment, mobility, and warfare specialty
Integrated Phase
Ship begins to develop warfare skills in coordination with other units while continuing to maintain unit proficiency
Sustainment Phase
Continue to develop and refine integrated battle group warfare skills and command & control procedures needed to meet the major fleet commander’s specific mission requirements
FEP Message
- End of Maintenance and Unit Level Training Phases
- Report to NFC that ship is ready to proceed to Intermediate and Advanced Phase training
- Outstanding deficiencies, and monthly updates from ISIC until corrected
Primary Agents for Training Self-sufficiency according to SFTM
Shipboard training teams
Shipboard Training Teams
Plan, brief, conduct and debrief training evolutions
Raise watchstander level of knowledge
Assess readiness and effectiveness of watch teams
Analyze problem areas or training deficiencies and initiate corrective action
Purpose of Training Teams
Training, Control, Role Play, Planning, Safety
What determines the size of a training team?
The size of the crew, number of qualified personnel, complexity of the exercise, and safety requirements
Drill/Scenario
1. A Drill is defined as the actual task(s) to be performed
2. A scenario is defined as the environment where the drill will be performed
Three types of scenarios
1. Integrated
2. Parallel
3. Stand alone
Executive Officer (XO) Responsibilities
Chairman of the (PB4T) and ITT Team Leader
The XO will coordinate the planning and execution of the ship’s training team effort.
Team Leader
Member of PB4T and ITT
Formulate a training package
Identify training constraints, disclosures and simulations and annotate the training package accordingly
Present proposed training package to CO
Conduct a pre-brief for each training event for team members and watch teams
Ensure the Training Team conduct safety walk-through prior to event
Supervise the conduct of the training event
Establish feedback to address deficiencies identified during exercise
Identify training shortfalls and develop lessons learned
Team Coordinator
Organize all training team periods
Manager of training team for training event briefs, performance and debriefs
Compile the results of the training events, evaluation and critique sheets to the Team Leader for review
Coordinator for all recommendations and feedback concerning the training team
Trainers/Evaluators/Safety Observers Responsibilities
Conduct safety walk-through and pre-event checks
During exercises in the training mode, provide training/prompting as necessary to meet the training objective
During evaluation mode, prompt only as required to prevent disruption of the timeline or safety violations
Provide immediate feedback to individual watchstanders upon completion of the event
Provide a post-exercise debrief on observations noted, lessons learned and recommendations for corrective
actions
Training Team Qualifications
Must be PQS qualified for the watch station(s) they are assigned to evaluate or possess a higher a higher-level
qualification, as appropriate
COLD CHECK
Verifying locations, numbers, materials, insertions procedures, symptoms, restoration, reconfiguration procedures and casualty initiation procedures. Drill card is reviewed for accuracy. ORM procedures will be incorporated.
HOT CHECK
Process in which a cold checked exercise is conducted on operational equipment for validation. All equipment and watch station personnel manning must be IAW specified drill guide condition of readiness/ crew watch condition. NEED TO BE AUTHORIZED BY THE COMMANDING OFFICER
Drill Plan
1. Time periods and watch sections being observed
2. Training or Evaluation
3. Each even should be listed with the location and participants on which it is to be imposed
4. Must include the assignment and special requirements of the team members
5. ORM principles
6. Take in consideration of the condition of the equipment, safety and monitoring devices out of commission, length of drill period, state of training of the participants, cautions or restrictions internal to the ship such as requirements not to interrupt communications, electrical power
Drill Package / Brief
Training/evaluation mode
Brief description of the drill
Identification of initiator and method(s) of disclosure
Identification of evaluators and responsibilities
Cautions to be observed
Simulations to be imposed
Training objectives
Roles for safety observers and special safety considerations
Safety/training Time Out
Simulations (IAW the SFTM)
- Should be kept to a minimum
- Disclosures, when required, should be conducted w/ as much realism as can be
- Training Team shall control all simulations and the resultant action of participants
Senior Observer during FEP
ISIC
Shipboard Training Team Course (SBTT)
Watch Team & Watch Stander Training
Drill Guide/Drill Plan Development
Briefing/Debriefing
Scenario/Timeline Development
Self-assessment
Team Dimensional/Team Building Skills
A complete discussion of the Maintenance and Unit Level Training Phases tactical scenario book and how to use the
scenario products during ULTRA C/E, TSTA, and FEP
Conducted 6 – 12 weeks prior to ULTRA C/E - required for the ITT leader, other training team leaders and
training team personnel
TRMS (TYCOM Readiness Management System)
Facilitates data base record keeping aboard ship and attendant training readiness reporting
TRNGREP
Training Report: a message report of completion of training exercises and other reportable readiness evolutions
and inspections
M-Ratings
Satisfactorily completed exercise will be reflected by TRNGREP as M1, with the date being the date the evolution
was completed. TRMS automatically downgrades the exercise sequentially to M2, M3, and M4 overtime
Degrades to M-2 after 6 months; M-3 after 12 months; M-4 after18 months
BFTT
Battle Force Tactical Trainer – With Combat System suite to simulate realistic COMBAT situations
PROVT
Portable RADAR Operator Video Trainer – A laptop that connects to RADAR computers for simulator training
“Reach Through Training”
Step in with minimal training/prompting, then step out and continue assessing
Operational Risk Management Manual
OPNAVINST 3500.39
ORM PROCESS
Decision making process at all levels
Increases the ability to make informed decisions
Minimizes risk to acceptable levels
TERMS
Hazard - A condition with the potential to cause death, injury, equipment damage, or mission degradation
Risk - Chances of adverse outcome or bad consequences; such as injury, illness, or loss
Risk assessment – A process of detecting hazards and assessing risks
5 STEP FLOW OF PROCESS
Identify the hazards
Assess the risks
Make risk decisions
Implement controls
Supervise
ORM PROCESS LEVELS
Time critical
In depth
Deliberate
ORM PRINCIPLES
Accept the risk when benefits outweigh the cost
Accept no unnecessary risk
Anticipate and manage risk by planning
Make risk decisions at the right level
HAZARD SEVERITY
CAT I – May cause death, loss of asset or result in grave damage
CAT II – May cause severe injury
CAT III – May cause minor injury
CAT IV – Presents minimal threat
MISHAP PROBABILITY (Subcategories)
A – Likely to occur
B – Probably will occur in time
C – May occur in time
D – Unlikely to occur
RISK ASSESSMENT CODES (RAC)
1-Critical
2-Serious
3-Moderate
4-Minor
5-Negligable
Safety Inspections
Firefighting/safety equipment
Repair lockers are properly stowed
Test training event communication circuits
Ensure escape trunks, doors, and hatches are unobstructed
Review tag-out log to ensure equipment which may impact event are not degraded
Observe space temperature for excess of 100 degrees
Check for missile hazards
Check deck plates/tiles to ensure they are securely fastened
Ensure ladders are properly hinged or attached
Ensure personnel protective equipment is properly installed/worn.
Ensure equipment configuration is as briefed
Ensure all weapons are downloaded and/or in a safe to train configuration
Ensure HERO is considered when conducting weapons handling training evolutions
Safety Observers for all training events
Ship’s company personnel, NOT ATG
Authorization to resume training after a STO
Commanding Officer or designated representative is the only person authorized continued training
Surface Force Training Manual Chapters
Chapter 1 – General Instructions
Chapter 2 – Surface Force Continuous Training
Chapter 3 – Sustaining Maintenance / Unit Level Skill across the FRTP
Chapter 4 – Shipboard Training Administration
Chapter 5 – Unit Competitions
Appendix A – Exercise Requirements
Appendix B – Exercise Equivalencies
Appendix C – Glossary
Appendix D – Index
Chapters 2 & 3 are the “heart” of the SFTM
Afloat Training Specialist Instruction Number
COMNAVSURFORINST 3500.2
Afloat Training Specialist Certification
Individual achieves a level of excellence in Afloat Training above and beyond his/her peers
Displays superior shipboard training abilities including training team and scenario development skills
Afloat Training Specialist Requirements
1. Complete one FRTP as a member of a shipboard training team or serve 12 months in an ATO training billet
2. Complete (N7-approved) SBTT course of instruction
3. Complete ATS JQR
4. Complete one warfare specific or Integrated Training Team package approved by ATS Coordinator
5. Receive trainer evaluations recommending ATS designation from (3) certified Afloat Training Specialists
(one trainer evaluation must be accomplished by an ATG ATS)
6. Receive 4.0 mark or better in Professional Knowledge with no mark below 3.0 in any trait for 12 months preceding nomination
7. Demonstrate sustained professional performance as an Afloat Trainer
AFLOAT TRAINING SPECIALIST
ACRONYMS
CNSF – Commander Naval Surface Force
ISIC – Immediate Superior-in-Command
FRTP – Fleet Response Training Plan
NMETL – Navy Mission Essential Task List
ULTRA – Unit Level Training & Readiness Assessment
FEP – Final Evaluation Problem
TSTA – Tailored Ship’s Training Availability
TORIS – Training & Operational Readiness Information System
TFOM – Training Figure of Merit
MITE – Monthly In-port Training Exercise
EOC – Engineering Operational Certification
LOA – Light Off Assessment
SORTS – Status Of Resources & Training System
NTMPS – Navy Training Management & Planning System
NCTE – Navy Continuous Training Environment
FST-U – Unit Level Fleet Synthetic Training Exercise
TRMS – TYCOM Readiness Management System
CCR – Continuous Certification Requirement
Fleet Response Training Plan
Adjustable/scalable approach to training managed by (CNSF for all surface forces) TYCOMs and NFCs that aligns naval capabilities and NMETs and supports combatant commander and navy requirements
Four Phases: MAINTENANCE – UNIT LEVEL – INTEGRATED – SUSTAINMENT
Maintenance Phase
- Normally starts the FRTP (usually 9 weeks)
- Major unit level prerequisites for “Surge Ready” deployment (manning/maintenance/training) completed so additional tailored, integrated training can be completed quickly if necessary to surge as required
Unit Level Phase
- Focus on completion of TYCOM ULT requirements
-Team training both onboard and ashore
-Unit Level exercises in port and at sea
- Inspections, Assessments, Certifications, Qualifications
- Training is monitored by ISIC and supported by ATG
-Training Team / Watch Team development
- Watch stander qualification
- Exercises / Evolutions in C2 / weapons employment / mobility / warfare specialty
- Upon completion of scheduled Maintenance / Unit Level Phases a unit is expected to be proficient (M2) in all mission areas and have completed certifications in a wide variety of core competencies for surface ships
Integrated Phase
- Synthesize individual unit actions into coordinated strike group operations in a challenging multi-warfare operational environment
- Ships begin to develop warfare skills in coordination with other units while maintaining unit proficiency
Sustainment Phase
- Begins upon completion of the Integrated Phase, continues throughout the post deployment period and ends with the commencement of the subsequent maintenance phase
- Designed to sustain warfighting readiness as a group or multi-unit
- Train units/staff in multi-mission planning and execution
- Sustainment training will vary based on the unit’s length of time in “MCO Ready” status and anticipated tasking
ITT – Integrated Training Team
Leader: XO Coordinator: DH (usually OPS)
Training Team Leaders make up the rest of the ITT
- Plan/coordinate/integrate ship’s training team for controlling cascading casualties in realistic situations
- Train to sustain maximum combat system capability under adverse conditions
CSTT – Combat Systems Training Team
Leader: CSO (sometimes OPS) Coordinator: STO/EMO
CSTT Technical – Weapons Systems Techs CSTT Tactical – Operational aspects of Combat Systems
- Trains watch team to operate in multi-threat environment
DCTT – Damage Control Training Team
Leader: XO Coordinator: Senior DCC
- Responsible for developing a well-trained DC crew able to function in a casualty environment
ETT – Engineering Training Team
Leader: CHENG Coordinator: MPA
- Responsible for the training/readiness of watchstanders in the engineering plant
ATT – Aviation Training Team
(Amphibs – LHA/LHD, etc)
Leader: Air Boss Coordinator: Mini Boss
Hangar Deck Training Team Flight Deck Training Team
- Identify/formulate/integrate/conduct all aviation mobility and amphibious warfare exercises
MTT – Medical Training Team
Leader: Senior Medical Officer Coordinator: Senior Corpsman
(MTT falls under DCTT for ships w/o medical officers)
- Responsible for developing a well-trained crew capable of basic first aid in all environments
STT – Seamanship Training Team
Leader: OPS (CRUDES) or 1st LT (Amphib) Coordinator: 1st LT (CRUDES) or ship’s Boatswain (Amphib)
Navigation Training Team Deck Training Team
- Responsible for identification/formulation/integration/conduct of all mobility training pertaining to seamanship
Commander Naval Surface Force (CNSF)
Responsible for overall management of naval surface force training, policy, procedures, and requirements
a. Manage Maint/Unit Level phase surface force training
b. Development of new/revised training evolutions
c. Identification of training support service requirements
d. Annual review of Surface Force Training Program
e. Coordination with other TYCOMs to ensure training standardization
f. Assist COMNAVRESFOR (identify training support / service requirements for NRF)
g. Provide Surface Force Training guidance to ATG
Immediate Superior In Command (ISIC)
Monitors and provides overall supervision of each assigned unit’s progress throughout the training cycle and participates in selected evolutions
a. Ensure compliance of assigned units with SFTM
b. Assist COs in coordination of ULTRA-C/E and ULTRA-S events
c. Approve CO’s tailored training plans for TSTA
d. Conduct ULTRA (C/E & S) w/support of ATG
e. Upon completion of ULT (w/concurrence of ATG) grant certs
f. Review / approve assigned unit training plans and monitor execution through TFOM
g. Approve ship scheduling through the FRTP
h. Monitor performance of assigned units – report unsatisfactory progress to CNSF
i. Re-evaluation of skills found to be unsatisfactory / incomplete following ULTRA
j. Monitor Integrated & Sustainment phase training for major fleet exercises
k. Administer Battle Effectiveness Award program for assigned units
Afloat Training Group (ATG)
CNSF’s “executive agent” for training
The use of ATG by the ISIC & CO is required during Maint/ULT Phases to assure standardization in conducting & assessing training
a. Evaluate status of training readiness during ULTRA (C/E & S) and provide recommendation
for certification and follow-on training
b. Support SHIPTRAIN development of policy, procedures, and processes
c. Serve as Program manager for TORIS and associated applications
d. Serve as database manager for Surface Force and ATO training/certification data
e. Provide training assistance to ISIC/ship in form of LTTs
Commanding Officer
Ensures the development of a viable shipboard training program
a. Maintain Continuous Certification Requirements (CCRs) specified in SFTM
b. Conduct ULTRA (C/E & S) and propose schedule modifications to conduct required training
c. Tailor FRTP training objectives determined by the ULTRA C/E process (approved by ISIC)
d. Achieve/maintain unit proficiency by effective use of onboard training devices/simulations
e. Aggressively prepare ship’s system and personnel for training events
f. Evaluate and report primary and secondary mission area training readiness
g. Ensure internal administration of training in the command is well organized and maintained
Training Officer
Assists the XO in the formulation & administration of the unit training program
a. Member of PB4T
b. Prepare, issue and maintain training schedules after PB4T has outlined requirements
c. Coordinate with OPS O in scheduling training exercises
d. Supervise implementation of PQS System
e. Maintain TORIS database
f. Provide CO an assessment of ship’s mission readiness (TORIS/TFOM/Stoplights/SITs)
g. Maintain ship’s formal schools requirements program
h. Primary coordinator for ship’s NTMPS/FLTMPS database
i. Attend FCA TSC/TSD sponsored quarterly TrainO & school coordinator meeting
j. Maintain password access, and log-in to the SURFOR N7 training ATG websites at least weekly to ensure training tools and guidance are current
Training Teams
Training Teams should be comprised of a core group of the most knowledgeable and experienced personnel in the ship who bring enthusiasm to the training process
Mandatory Assessments during initial SHIPTRAIN
ULTRA Certification (ULTRA-C/E)
CMTQ (as applicable)
Engineering Operations Certification (EOC)
Supply Management Certification (SMC)
3M Inspection
Final Evaluation Period (FEP)
ULTRA Sustainment (ULTRA-S)
Integration
Integration occurs when one training team must meet its objectives in order for another training team to accomplish theirs
Integration must include an initiating event (CAUSE) which results in an impact and required actions (EFFECT) to another training team’ area of responsibility and assessment
Achieving Integration: ULTRA C/E, ITT Week, FEP - - must meet 70% of objectives to achieve Integration
Surge Ready
(ULT PHASE) Upon completion of ULT Phase (in case of urgent need) commanders may employ units at a level of operational risk commensurate with the units warfighting capabilities achieved and certified
- Ship has achieved TFOM proficiency level BLUE in all required mission area certifications
- TSTA & FEP complete and certified mission capable for helicopter detachments
- Completed Maint/ULT phases & prepared for Integrated/Sustainment training – Deployable for single ship ops
Amphibious Task Force Surge Ready
(ULT PHASE) Special category for amphibious assault ships in order to support contingency amphibious lift requirements
- ATF Surge Ready ships provide lift support and are not required to conduct the full breadth of amphibious tasks
GWOT Surge Ready
(INTEGRATED PHASE) Units achieve “GWOT Surge Enabled certification after completing ULT phase training that provides the general foundation in integrated C2 aspects of GWOT missions using classroom and synthetic training events
- Ships trained to operate as an Expeditionary Action Group (EAG)
- EAG will be given live training that emphasizes multi-unit C2 procedures
Major Combat Operations (MCO) Surge Ready
(INTEGRATED PHASE) Units are ready for operational employment at more acceptable levels of operational risk commensurate with the level of capability achieved at the time of the requirement to surge
MCO Ready
(INTEGRATED PHASE) Unit or group is certified for forward deployed operations and the ability to operate in a joint environment
FEP
Final Evaluation Problem - - FEP is mandatory for all ships
FEP may be validated during the Integrated Training Team Week (ITT Week)
During FEP the ISIC, assisted by ATG will validate the completion of Maint/ULT phases based upon the ship’s ability to:
- Conduct multiple simultaneous combat missions
- Support functions in an integrated environment
- Survive complex casualty control situations under stressful conditions
SHIPTRAIN
CNSF process to meet Fleet Response Plan (FRP) requirements
Objective is to transition from 16 week Unit Level Phase training to a continuous training methodology
TORIS / TFOM
TORIS & TFOM are the enabling data engines to achieve SHIPTRAIN objectives
- TORIS - CNSF single authoritative database/hub for all proficiency effectiveness and efficiency metrics
- Web-based data engine consisting of various applications used to assess / train / certify
- TFOM – Commanding Officer’s tool for directing and monitoring continuous self training and sustainment of warfighting proficiency
TFOM is based on FOUR PILLARS:
PROFICIENCY – Most heavily weighted pillar – Measures how well a ship performs warfighting tasks
PERSONNEL – Includes school/course/NEC requirements, manning levels, watch team turnover, training team PQS
MANAGEMENT – ASA / WTRP, cruise missile doctrine, battle orders, phys sec bill, PQS program, combat systems smooth log, security clearances
MATERIAL – Tracks all required equipment and hardware necessary to support operations and training
Level of Knowledge Exams
Ships will administer LOK Exams quarterly IAW each certification tab – results entered into TORIS
- Ships will administer LOK Exams in conjunction with each ULTRA event
- Ship’s TRAINO will work with ATG N7 to identify which tests must be administered during SBTT
- ATG N7 will generate Test ID’s for the TLO to forward to the ship’s TRAINO for administration
- Exams required for certification will be proctored by trusted agents of the ship’s CO
Objective
- Task that must be performed to assess proficiency
- Objectives can target: Individual Watch Standers, Watch Teams, and Training Teams
- Scenarios should be developed so that the specified objectives can be accomplished during the event
- Use previous assessments indicating specific deficiencies and lessons learned when developing scenarios
Terminal Objective (TO)
What task must be accomplished
Enabling Objective (EO)
How the task is accomplished
Measure of Proficiency (MOP)
How well the task is accomplished
Long Range Training Plan (LRTP)
A comprehensive list of training that must be completed throughout ships operating cycle
1. Exercises
2. Evolutions
3. Courses of instruction
4. Drills
5. GMT
6. Lectures
7. Inspections
8. Assist visits
Short Range Training Plan
Extends 3 months of training
Developed from the LRTP (Long Range Training Plan)
Prepared for departments and the entire command
Watch Team Replacement Plan (WTRP)
Provides means of identifying loss/replacement of critical watch stations
Watch Organization extends one year into future to preclude changes that adversely affect the team
Ensures required personnel are identified / qualified prior to assignment
Ties in with PQS program and Training Plans to ensure PQS and training requirements support WTRP
Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS)
- Provides references, theories, and practical applications necessary to learn a specific watch station
- Provides chain of command with a means to monitor individual progress
Individual Training Record
Division Officer’s Record (DOR) – serves as a reference for evaluations
- Used to monitor individual qualifications and progress through the PQS program and training plans in order to keep critical watch stations manned using the WTRP
Training Methodology
Assess, train, and certify
Objective Base Training (OBT)
What must be trained, how it will be trained, and how well it must be performed
TSTA
Tailored Ship’s Training Availability
Based on a syllabus developed by the CO, w/ATG support, and approved by the ISIC following ULTRA C/E.
Unit Level Phase
- Training team / Watch Team Development
- Watch stander Qualification
- Exercises & evolutions in basic command & control, weapons employment, mobility, and warfare specialty
Integrated Phase
Ship begins to develop warfare skills in coordination with other units while continuing to maintain unit proficiency
Sustainment Phase
Continue to develop and refine integrated battle group warfare skills and command & control procedures needed to meet the major fleet commander’s specific mission requirements
FEP Message
- End of Maintenance and Unit Level Training Phases
- Report to NFC that ship is ready to proceed to Intermediate and Advanced Phase training
- Outstanding deficiencies, and monthly updates from ISIC until corrected
Primary Agents for Training Self-sufficiency according to SFTM
Shipboard training teams
Shipboard Training Teams
Plan, brief, conduct and debrief training evolutions
Raise watchstander level of knowledge
Assess readiness and effectiveness of watch teams
Analyze problem areas or training deficiencies and initiate corrective action
Purpose of Training Teams
Training, Control, Role Play, Planning, Safety
What determines the size of a training team?
The size of the crew, number of qualified personnel, complexity of the exercise, and safety requirements
Drill/Scenario
1. A Drill is defined as the actual task(s) to be performed
2. A scenario is defined as the environment where the drill will be performed
Three types of scenarios
1. Integrated
2. Parallel
3. Stand alone
Executive Officer (XO) Responsibilities
Chairman of the (PB4T) and ITT Team Leader
The XO will coordinate the planning and execution of the ship’s training team effort.
Team Leader
Member of PB4T and ITT
Formulate a training package
Identify training constraints, disclosures and simulations and annotate the training package accordingly
Present proposed training package to CO
Conduct a pre-brief for each training event for team members and watch teams
Ensure the Training Team conduct safety walk-through prior to event
Supervise the conduct of the training event
Establish feedback to address deficiencies identified during exercise
Identify training shortfalls and develop lessons learned
Team Coordinator
Organize all training team periods
Manager of training team for training event briefs, performance and debriefs
Compile the results of the training events, evaluation and critique sheets to the Team Leader for review
Coordinator for all recommendations and feedback concerning the training team
Trainers/Evaluators/Safety Observers Responsibilities
Conduct safety walk-through and pre-event checks
During exercises in the training mode, provide training/prompting as necessary to meet the training objective
During evaluation mode, prompt only as required to prevent disruption of the timeline or safety violations
Provide immediate feedback to individual watchstanders upon completion of the event
Provide a post-exercise debrief on observations noted, lessons learned and recommendations for corrective
actions
Training Team Qualifications
Must be PQS qualified for the watch station(s) they are assigned to evaluate or possess a higher a higher-level
qualification, as appropriate
COLD CHECK
Verifying locations, numbers, materials, insertions procedures, symptoms, restoration, reconfiguration procedures and casualty initiation procedures. Drill card is reviewed for accuracy. ORM procedures will be incorporated.
HOT CHECK
Process in which a cold checked exercise is conducted on operational equipment for validation. All equipment and watch station personnel manning must be IAW specified drill guide condition of readiness/ crew watch condition. NEED TO BE AUTHORIZED BY THE COMMANDING OFFICER
Drill Plan
1. Time periods and watch sections being observed
2. Training or Evaluation
3. Each even should be listed with the location and participants on which it is to be imposed
4. Must include the assignment and special requirements of the team members
5. ORM principles
6. Take in consideration of the condition of the equipment, safety and monitoring devices out of commission, length of drill period, state of training of the participants, cautions or restrictions internal to the ship such as requirements not to interrupt communications, electrical power
Drill Package / Brief
Training/evaluation mode
Brief description of the drill
Identification of initiator and method(s) of disclosure
Identification of evaluators and responsibilities
Cautions to be observed
Simulations to be imposed
Training objectives
Roles for safety observers and special safety considerations
Safety/training Time Out
Simulations (IAW the SFTM)
- Should be kept to a minimum
- Disclosures, when required, should be conducted w/ as much realism as can be
- Training Team shall control all simulations and the resultant action of participants
Senior Observer during FEP
ISIC
Shipboard Training Team Course (SBTT)
Watch Team & Watch Stander Training
Drill Guide/Drill Plan Development
Briefing/Debriefing
Scenario/Timeline Development
Self-assessment
Team Dimensional/Team Building Skills
A complete discussion of the Maintenance and Unit Level Training Phases tactical scenario book and how to use the
scenario products during ULTRA C/E, TSTA, and FEP
Conducted 6 – 12 weeks prior to ULTRA C/E - required for the ITT leader, other training team leaders and
training team personnel
TRMS (TYCOM Readiness Management System)
Facilitates data base record keeping aboard ship and attendant training readiness reporting
TRNGREP
Training Report: a message report of completion of training exercises and other reportable readiness evolutions
and inspections
M-Ratings
Satisfactorily completed exercise will be reflected by TRNGREP as M1, with the date being the date the evolution
was completed. TRMS automatically downgrades the exercise sequentially to M2, M3, and M4 overtime
Degrades to M-2 after 6 months; M-3 after 12 months; M-4 after18 months
BFTT
Battle Force Tactical Trainer – With Combat System suite to simulate realistic COMBAT situations
PROVT
Portable RADAR Operator Video Trainer – A laptop that connects to RADAR computers for simulator training
“Reach Through Training”
Step in with minimal training/prompting, then step out and continue assessing
Operational Risk Management Manual
OPNAVINST 3500.39
ORM PROCESS
Decision making process at all levels
Increases the ability to make informed decisions
Minimizes risk to acceptable levels
TERMS
Hazard - A condition with the potential to cause death, injury, equipment damage, or mission degradation
Risk - Chances of adverse outcome or bad consequences; such as injury, illness, or loss
Risk assessment – A process of detecting hazards and assessing risks
5 STEP FLOW OF PROCESS
Identify the hazards
Assess the risks
Make risk decisions
Implement controls
Supervise
ORM PROCESS LEVELS
Time critical
In depth
Deliberate
ORM PRINCIPLES
Accept the risk when benefits outweigh the cost
Accept no unnecessary risk
Anticipate and manage risk by planning
Make risk decisions at the right level
HAZARD SEVERITY
CAT I – May cause death, loss of asset or result in grave damage
CAT II – May cause severe injury
CAT III – May cause minor injury
CAT IV – Presents minimal threat
MISHAP PROBABILITY (Subcategories)
A – Likely to occur
B – Probably will occur in time
C – May occur in time
D – Unlikely to occur
RISK ASSESSMENT CODES (RAC)
1-Critical
2-Serious
3-Moderate
4-Minor
5-Negligable
Safety Inspections
Firefighting/safety equipment
Repair lockers are properly stowed
Test training event communication circuits
Ensure escape trunks, doors, and hatches are unobstructed
Review tag-out log to ensure equipment which may impact event are not degraded
Observe space temperature for excess of 100 degrees
Check for missile hazards
Check deck plates/tiles to ensure they are securely fastened
Ensure ladders are properly hinged or attached
Ensure personnel protective equipment is properly installed/worn.
Ensure equipment configuration is as briefed
Ensure all weapons are downloaded and/or in a safe to train configuration
Ensure HERO is considered when conducting weapons handling training evolutions
Safety Observers for all training events
Ship’s company personnel, NOT ATG
Authorization to resume training after a STO
Commanding Officer or designated representative is the only person authorized continued training
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said this on 21 Jun 2008 5:24:19 AM CDT
Great info will ATG allow ship board personal to come over and qual? If so ll be there monday morning bright and early!!! Pls advice. I am staioned in Mayport ATG is my second home...lol
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