SWSCO SUPPLY EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
· Logistics Support Representative (LSR) - Answer-A Representative for each ship
within FLC that can assist the ship in logistics management like ordering a CASREP or
coordinating with on-shore assets. Can do Bear Walkthroughs (picking up parts from a
place after directly submitting the MILSTRIP, bypassing the one touch process in cases
of time critical parts. (Multi Channel, can be called, emailed, Faxed)
· Global Distance Support Center (GDSC) - Answer-· MILSTRIP Processing Request
(Only one who can generate MISTRIPS for you except for PMO)
· Requisition Status Inquiry
· NSN/NIIN Inventory Stock Check
· Alternate NSNs Request
· Part Number Cross Reference Request
-Use GDSC to find out where a part is available
a. T-AO (Fleet Replenishment Oiler) - Answer-Able to carry 180,000 barrels of aviation
and diesel fuel
-2 diesel engines, 2 shafts
-Aviation JP-5 (aviation)
-Used to fuel carriers reserves of JP-5
a. T-AKE (Dry cargo/ammunition) - Answer--Lewis and Clark Class, Diesel Generators
with one propeller.
- Carries cargo and supplies for marine expeditionary units
18,000 Barrels of fuel
5,900 dry cargo, 6,675 tons dry cargo, 1,716 tons refrigerated stores
-Carries ammo and not a lot of stores
a. T-AOE (Fast Combat Support Vessels) - Answer--carries 177,000 barrels of oil, 2,150
tons of ammo, 500 tons of dry stores, and 250 tons of refrigerated stores
Has the speed to keep up with a carrier strike group
The fuel burn rate is far too high for the model to be used.
What is the best to support a task force, which can support the Blue Ridge?
1. What are elements of Supply that need attention before going underway? - Answer--
S1 General Stores and Hazmat are stocked up
-FFR and CRIF are updated
-Directory Mail is sent off ship
-CASREPS are expedited and parts got onboard before going out
-MRI is updated
-Food stored are topped up (BLR is expected 30 days of stores)
-S3 Stores are ordered in advance and topped up
, -Laundry Machines are working
-CO's favorite Dip or tobacco is in stock (peach Copenhagen for CAPT Waits)
-S4 Cash withdraw ($100,000 Max for BLR)
-Deposited Checks are taken care of
-Never Out lists are checked for all Divisions
-Ship Riders have staterooms or berthing
1. Describe the phases and process of Supply Management Certification (SMC) -
Answer-SMC is conducted every 2 years (24 Months) by ATG. SMC is conducted
according to the 5040
A1 Phase - Pre Training Visit
T1 Phase - Baseline assessment (You can certify at the T-1 event if your programs are
Ready!)
T2 Phase - Train
C1 Phase - Certify
Above 80% on the T1 phase can count at certification. T2 can also be declared as
certification as well within 10 days of commencement. SMC will not be conducted during
restricted avail. Self-assessments must be completed every 6 months
Failed areas must be re-inspected within 10 to 14 weeks.
a. Name and describe the function of all Supply Divisions on a Carrier - Answer-S-1:
Stock Control
S-2: Food Service
S-3: Sales and Services
S-4: Disbursing
S-5: Hotel Services
S-6: Aviation Stock Control
S-7: Postal
S-8: General Stores
S-9: Hazmat
S-10: Quality Assurance
a. Define a PUK (Pack Up Kit) - Answer-o Service maintenance gear including spare
parts and consumables most commonly needed by helicopter detachments. Sufficient
for short term deployment but do not include all material needs.
Non Mission Capable Supply (NMCS - Answer-· NMCS is a materiel condition indicating
that systems and equipment are not capable of performing any of their assigned
missions because of maintenance work stoppage due to a supply shortage.
Partially Mission Capable Supply (PMCS) - Answer-· Systems and equipment shall be
considered PMC when they are safely usable and can perform one or more but not all
assigned missions because one or more of their mission-essential subsystems are
inoperative for maintenance or supply reasons
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
· Logistics Support Representative (LSR) - Answer-A Representative for each ship
within FLC that can assist the ship in logistics management like ordering a CASREP or
coordinating with on-shore assets. Can do Bear Walkthroughs (picking up parts from a
place after directly submitting the MILSTRIP, bypassing the one touch process in cases
of time critical parts. (Multi Channel, can be called, emailed, Faxed)
· Global Distance Support Center (GDSC) - Answer-· MILSTRIP Processing Request
(Only one who can generate MISTRIPS for you except for PMO)
· Requisition Status Inquiry
· NSN/NIIN Inventory Stock Check
· Alternate NSNs Request
· Part Number Cross Reference Request
-Use GDSC to find out where a part is available
a. T-AO (Fleet Replenishment Oiler) - Answer-Able to carry 180,000 barrels of aviation
and diesel fuel
-2 diesel engines, 2 shafts
-Aviation JP-5 (aviation)
-Used to fuel carriers reserves of JP-5
a. T-AKE (Dry cargo/ammunition) - Answer--Lewis and Clark Class, Diesel Generators
with one propeller.
- Carries cargo and supplies for marine expeditionary units
18,000 Barrels of fuel
5,900 dry cargo, 6,675 tons dry cargo, 1,716 tons refrigerated stores
-Carries ammo and not a lot of stores
a. T-AOE (Fast Combat Support Vessels) - Answer--carries 177,000 barrels of oil, 2,150
tons of ammo, 500 tons of dry stores, and 250 tons of refrigerated stores
Has the speed to keep up with a carrier strike group
The fuel burn rate is far too high for the model to be used.
What is the best to support a task force, which can support the Blue Ridge?
1. What are elements of Supply that need attention before going underway? - Answer--
S1 General Stores and Hazmat are stocked up
-FFR and CRIF are updated
-Directory Mail is sent off ship
-CASREPS are expedited and parts got onboard before going out
-MRI is updated
-Food stored are topped up (BLR is expected 30 days of stores)
-S3 Stores are ordered in advance and topped up
, -Laundry Machines are working
-CO's favorite Dip or tobacco is in stock (peach Copenhagen for CAPT Waits)
-S4 Cash withdraw ($100,000 Max for BLR)
-Deposited Checks are taken care of
-Never Out lists are checked for all Divisions
-Ship Riders have staterooms or berthing
1. Describe the phases and process of Supply Management Certification (SMC) -
Answer-SMC is conducted every 2 years (24 Months) by ATG. SMC is conducted
according to the 5040
A1 Phase - Pre Training Visit
T1 Phase - Baseline assessment (You can certify at the T-1 event if your programs are
Ready!)
T2 Phase - Train
C1 Phase - Certify
Above 80% on the T1 phase can count at certification. T2 can also be declared as
certification as well within 10 days of commencement. SMC will not be conducted during
restricted avail. Self-assessments must be completed every 6 months
Failed areas must be re-inspected within 10 to 14 weeks.
a. Name and describe the function of all Supply Divisions on a Carrier - Answer-S-1:
Stock Control
S-2: Food Service
S-3: Sales and Services
S-4: Disbursing
S-5: Hotel Services
S-6: Aviation Stock Control
S-7: Postal
S-8: General Stores
S-9: Hazmat
S-10: Quality Assurance
a. Define a PUK (Pack Up Kit) - Answer-o Service maintenance gear including spare
parts and consumables most commonly needed by helicopter detachments. Sufficient
for short term deployment but do not include all material needs.
Non Mission Capable Supply (NMCS - Answer-· NMCS is a materiel condition indicating
that systems and equipment are not capable of performing any of their assigned
missions because of maintenance work stoppage due to a supply shortage.
Partially Mission Capable Supply (PMCS) - Answer-· Systems and equipment shall be
considered PMC when they are safely usable and can perform one or more but not all
assigned missions because one or more of their mission-essential subsystems are
inoperative for maintenance or supply reasons
