ATS Exam 2025 | 130+ Questions | FRTP, READ-E, TSRA, ORM, Training Blocks | Afloat Training | U.S. Navy

This document presents over 130 highly detailed and verified questions and answers specifically tailored for the Afloat Training Specialist (ATS) Exam for the 2025/2026 cycle. Based on updated instructions such as COMNAVSURFPAC 3500.2 and SFTRM 3502.7, it is a strategic learning tool for U.S. Navy personnel involved in shipboard training, certification processes, and operational risk management. Topics covered include: Fleet Response Training Plan (FRTP) phases: Maintenance, Shakedown, Basic, Integrated, Sustainment Detailed breakdowns of READ-E 1 through 7 assessments, including ship self-assessment, TYCOM-led validations, crew certification, LOA, and INSURV preparations ORM (Operational Risk Management): principles, 5 steps (IAMIS), hazard severity categories, and three levels of risk assessment All TSRA (Total Ship Readiness Assessment) phases: TSRA 1 through TSRA 5, with their objectives, timing, and system focus Nine training teams and their responsibilities (ATTT, CSTT, DCTT, ETT, STT, MTT, ITT, VBSSTT, ATT) Hot checks, cold checks, LOK scoring, and training validation exercises Certification Events (CEs), Advanced Exercises (AEs), and Repetitive Exercises (REs) with performance expectations Use of training blocks: PTV, theory, team training, and assessment Key instructions: ORM Manual (OPNAVINST 3500.39), Safety Manual (OPNAVINST 5100.19), and ATG methodology (Educate, Train, Assess, Certify) This resource is ideal for: U.S. Navy personnel pursuing ATS designation Department heads and shipboard training officers preparing for deployment cycles Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) involved in Basic Phase and Integrated Phase planning Command trainers, ATG evaluators, and ISIC personnel involved in team readiness With its concise format and operational relevance, this document is a powerful exam and deployment prep tool that reinforces core knowledge needed for certification, team leadership, and mission readiness. Keywords: afloat training specialist, ATS exam, FRTP phases, READ-E assessments, TSRA cycles, ORM principles, training teams, CE AE RE, risk assessment codes, hot check, cold check, LOK, ATG methodology, training block, certification event, COMNAVSURFPAC 3500.2