ARMORY Flashcards
For a OIS reporting units, how long do they have to validate all NAR’s?
NAR’s have to be completed within 72 hours.
Where do you find guidance on the responsibilities of the WPO?
It is outline in U.S.C.G Regulations M5000.3
How long does a non OIS reporting unit have to validate all NAR’s?
Non reporting units have 3 days to respond to a NAR.
When should ready service pyro visual inspection be completed?
Weekly
Where should the member log the ready service pyro visual inspection?
It should be logged in the magazine section of the ordnance log with the appropriate log entry and signed by the member
How many people are required to conduct the ready service pyro visual inspection?
1
How should a hand held signal be held prior to using?
Shall be held at arms length approximately 45 degrees above horziontal
How do you report a pyro malfunction or incident?
Shall be reported per the Conventional Ordnance Discrepancy Report (CODR)
When should a Notice to Mariners be sent out prior to a pyro training shoot?
24 hours in advance prior to training
What are the procedures for a misfire of the MK-79 kit?
After a misfire, attempt two more times to fire it, if unsuccessful, wait 30 seconds to remove cartridge after last attempt
What is a hangfire?
It is a delay in the functioning of a propelling charge at the time of firing
What is a misfire?
It is a complete failure to fire
What is a cook-off?
A cook-off is a functioning of any or all of the components of a round chambered in a hot barrel due to the heat from the gun.
Normal ordnance has been designed to withstand high temps, what is the designed range of temps?
130 - 160 degrees fahrenheit
What should be done for magazine temps over 100 degrees?
A separate log shall be maintained listing the temps and the artificial cooling methods used, shall be recorded in red ink. If temps are above 110 degrees artificial cooling ad hourly temp recording are required.
What are the levels of maintenance?
- organizational
- intermediate
- depot
What is the funding for NTNO ordnance systems?
AFC-77
Cutters shall ensure that all deferred maintenance actions are placed in what file?
The Current Ships Maintenance Project file (CSMP)
When units have major discrepancies during an inspection, when are re-inspections required to be done?
Shall be conducted within 90 days to verify conformance with policy
Who sets up initial training programs on machine guns, for units who are not qualified to set up the programs?
Area/Sector armory
Are units required to have a unit machine gun standard operating procedure?
If the unit has a MAW, yes they are required to have one.
What are the crewing requirements for MAW’s on cutters?
- gunner
- loader
- sound powered phone talker
What are the crewing requirements for a MAW on a small boat?
- gunner
When is the head spacing checked?
- immediately prior to firing
- after each barrel change
- immediately prior to any operational mission when a weapon would be needed
What is a mount captain?
It is the person who is in charge of the mount and is in communication with the CONN
What is effective fire?
It is the accurate delivery of rounds, in bursts of 5-10 rounds of fire
What is the stand for the 240B?
MK 16 stand
What is the topside safety gear for cutters using a MAW?
- ballistic helmet
- flack jacket/soft body armor
- flash gear
Safety goggles/safety glasses
Where do you find guidance on cutter operational training requirements?
Cutter Training and Qualification Manual M3502.4
Where do you find guidance for shakedown training?
Cutter Training and Qualification Manual
How often must the M 240B be fired?
Must be fired annually with the member completing the applicable PQS quarterly
When shall the .50 cal course of fire be completed?
The course of fire shall be completed at a frequency prescribed in the Cutter Training and Qualification Manual