DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
Unit ADDRESS
OFFICE SYMBOL 8 September 1998
MEMORANDUM FOR: SEE DISTRIBUTION
SUBJECT: Memorandum of Instruction for Dispatch Procedures
1. PURPOSE: To ensure that policies and procedures established for equipment
dispatching are applicable to all personnel assigned and attached to the XXXX Battalion.
Violation of any provision of this letter provides a basis for disciplinary action under
UCMJ.
2. GENERAL: Dispatching is the method by which a commander controls the use of
equipment. However, allowing equipment to be used carries with it the responsibility for
both the equipment and operator safety. Commanders must make sure that the
dispatching procedures are understood and followed. Additional guidance can be found in
the XXXX Battalion Maintenance SOP, ANNEX B.
3. PRE-DISPATCH PROCEDURE
a. The Commander must evaluate mission requirements, determine equipment
availability and set safety standards. Once the mission is assigned, the Commander must
ensure the company chain of command is involved in the dispatch process.
b. The platoon leader platoon/sergeant or section sergeant will select equipment, operator
and co-occupant (see para 6), and ensure that the operator and co-driver understand safety
standards and their responsibilities. Only the assigned operator will dispatch his
equipment. When mission requirements dictate the use of an operator other than the
assigned operator, approval for the non-assigned operator must come from the
dispatching authority. The platoon sergeant will periodically spot check the operators
PMCS, to verify that the operator and supervisor are doing their job correctly.
c. The first line supervisor (FLS) will verify that the operator is properly trained and
licensed on the equipment to be dispatched. The FLS will check the equipment record
folder, located in the TAMMS office, for required forms and manuals. The FLS will also
supervise and assist the operator in the performance of the Before Operation PMCS, ,
inventory of BII, completion of the Dispatch Request, and completion of the Risk
Assessment worksheet. (Encl 1 & 2)
d. Equipment Operator.
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