You should permit only reliable, mentally sound, and physically fit persons to work with or use explosives and ammunition. Make sure their qualification and certification are current. QUALIFICATION PROCEDURES Personnel qualify at various levels, such as team member, quality assurance, and safety observer. We discuss the different qualification levels in later para- graphs. Explosive devices are segregated into representa- tive family types. That prevents the need for personnel to qualify on every type of ordnance or ammunition. Personnel qualify by demonstrating their skills before a certified member of the certification board. They show each evolution they will perform (for example, assembly and testing) on the specific explosive device, represented by a family type of device, if appropriate. The person qualifying must know the documentation, such as a technical manual, that applies to each device and how to use it. QUALIFICATION LEVELS As with any qualification process in the Navy, there are different levels and minimum standards for certification. The qualification levels and corresponding basic qualification standards are as follows: 1. Team Member (TM): Members must have an awareness of basic safety precautions about the work task and explosive devices concerned. They must have received formal or on-the-job training and must have been recommended by their immediate supervisor. NOTE: TM qualified personnel will perform in team concept only under supervision of a Team Leader. 2. Individual/Team Leader (I/TL): Team Leaders must have the same basic qualifications as a TM. They must have sufficient knowledge and must have demonstrated the skill required to be entrusted with performing the work task alone or to direct the performance of others in safe and reliable operations. They must be capable of interpreting the requirements of applicable checklists and assembly/operating manuals. 3. Quality Assurance (QA): QA personnel must have the same basic qualifications as an I/TL. They must have a detailed knowledge of applicable inspection criteria for the explosive/device system. They must be able to determine whether an explosive device/system is functioning properly while in use. They must be able to determine whether the individual followed necessary assembly or installation procedures according to applicable directives. 4. Instructor (IN): Instructors must have the same basic qualification as an I/TE. They must have the required skills to instruct others and provide formal training using an approved course of instruction. 5. Safety Observer (SO): Safety observers must know enough about safety procedures and the functioning of safety devices to decide on actions needed to counter improperly used procedures or safety devices. NOTE: This level of qualification does not build on any other level of qualification. CERTIFICATION PROCEDURE The commanding officer or officer in charge (OIC) of each unit or naval activity involved with explosives appoints a certification board. This board includes, as a minimum, the responsible department head (or comparable supervisory representative if not a department). The board also includes at least one person, E-6 or above, certified to perform the task, function, or evolution. In large units, such as aircraft carriers or weapons stations/ammunition depots, the department head may delegate the responsibility for certification. Additional personnel from within or outside the command may increase the board as appointed by the commanding officer or OIC. Once qualified and recommended, personnel receive their final certification. The commanding officer, OIC, or the appointed head of the certification board issues the final certification. You must make sure this information gets entered into your peoples training or personnel record. In addition, you must keep a certification sheet (fig. 9-1) in the operating area for each person performing operations covered by an oper- ating procedure. Activities may vary the certification sheet formats to satisfy specific requirements. Duration of Certification Certification, unless revoked, is valid for a maximum of 12 months. The certification board confirms a renewal of the certification, whether issued at the time of expiration or later. The certification covers an individual or a team qualification. If possible, you should completely requalify personnel before renewing their certification. 9-8
3-71. Of the following conditions, which one would be a reason to suspend the catapult at the water brakes during catapult operations? 1. The cylinder elbow pressure is 45 psi 2. Only one pump is operating 3. The cylinder elbow pressure is 63 psi 4. Oil is flowing out of the overflow drain 3-72. Of the following conditions, which one would NOT require replacement of the retraction engine advance and retract cables? 3-73. A catapult daily work/maintenance logbook should be kept for how long after it has been filled with entries? 1. 1 yr 2. 2 yr 3. 3 yr 4. 5 yr 1. More than five broken wires in one rope lay 2. More than 20 broken wires in any 30-foot length 3. The grab is out of ideal position 4. The cables have been in service for 24 months 18