PMCS (AR 750-1)

Who is required to perform a PMCS?

Every operator who is assigned a piece of equipment

Before a vehicle can be dispatched, what safety equipment must be present?

Fire extinguishers (up to date inspection tags), complete first aid kit and highway warning kit

How many days does a basic PLL sustain a unit?

15 days

What is a TM?

A Technical Manual, outlines the specific scope of repairs on equipment

What Army Regulation covers the Army Materiel Maintenance Policy?

AR 750-1

When is a PMCS required to be performed?

Before, during and after the operation of a piece of equipment and also at weekly and monthly intervals

What forms are contained in the equipment record folder when the vehicle is dispatched?

DA Form 2404 or DA Form 5988 E- Equipment inspection and maintenance worksheet DA Form 2408-14 (only if something is deferred or on order for the equipment) SF 91- Operator's report of motor vehicle accident DD Form 518- Accident ID card DA Form 5987 E or DD Form 1970- Vehicle utilization record

Historical records are permanent records that show the receipt, operation, maintenance, modification, transfer, and disposal of equipment. These records assist commanders in maintaining equipment at the Army Maintenance Standard and achieving mission assigned operationally ready rates. Some of the most frequently used historical records?

DA Form 2408-4 (Weapon Record Data). DA Form 2408-5 (Equipment Modification Record). DA Form 2408-9 (Equipment Control Record). DA Form 2408-14 (Uncorrected Fault Record). DA Form 2408-20 (Oil Analysis Log). DA Form 2415 (Ammunition Condition Report).

What DA Form do you use to Request for Issue or Turn-in?

DA Form 2765

What DA PAM is the Leader's Unit Maintenance Handbook?

DA PAM 750-1

What DA PAM is the Guide for Motor Pool Operations?

DA PAM 750-35

What DA PAM covers The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS)?

DA PAM 750-8

Thorough vehicle dispatch process is necessary as part of a quality maintenance program, to ensure equipment is operationally ready before being dispatched and to establish an audit trail on operators and equipment. Every leader should follow and check the dispatch procedures. The dispatch process is evaluated by getting answers what questions?

Is the dispatcher appointed on orders per DA Pam 738-750? Is an operator assigned to each vehicle and piece of equipment? Is the equipment mission capable in accordance with the appropriate TM -10 series manuals? Is a service or AOAP sample due on the equipment?

Does the dispatcher inspect the operator's OF 346? ULLS performs the above checks automatically.

Is the equipment suitable for the mission for whom it is dispatched?

What does the Acronym MAIT stand for?

Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team

What does PLL mean?

Prescribed Load List

What does PMCS stand for?

Preventative Maintenance Checks and Service

What is a DD Form 314?

Preventative Maintenance Schedule and Record

What is a class 3 leak?

Seepage of fluid great enough to form drops and drip during inspection

What is a class 2 leak?

Seepage of fluid great enough to form drops, but not great enough to cause the drops to fall during inspection

What is a class 1 leak?

Seepage of fluid not great enough to form drops

What does TAMMS stand for?

The Army Maintenance Management System

What type of manual is used to perform operator level PMCS?

The operator's manual (10 series)

What is the DA Form 2407 used for?

To request support maintenance on a piece of equipment

What are the 4 levels of Maintenance?

Unit Direct support (DS) General support (GS) Depot