NMCB Specific 106 Embarkation Fundamentals

Question 1

What is the function of the Movement Control Center (MCC)?

Answer 1

MCC’s are established to ensure allocation, scheduling, and coordination of movement requirements based on the operational priorities. MCC’s support the planning and execution of unit movements and report directly to the FMCC. MCC’s are established and organized to support specific geographical areas.

The MCC controls and coordinates all equipment augmentation, organic and commercial transportation, movement schedules, material handling equipment (MHE) , and other movement support from origin to port of embarkation (POE).

Question 2

What command is in charge of the Movement Control Center (MCC)?

Answer 2

The MCC may be led by either SRG, NCR, or the senior unit involved, and can support multiple UMCC’s

Question 3

Who directs the MOCC?

Answer 3

The Executive Officer directs the operation of the MOCC.

Question 4

Explain the operation of the Unit Movement Control Center (UMCC).

Answer 4

The unit embarkation staff is responsible to ensure the unit can deploy or re-deploy in an orderly and efficient manner.

Question 5

Discuss the duties and responsibilities of the Embarkation Officer.

Answer 5

The Battalion Embarkation Officer is responsible to the CO for an orderly and efficient embarkation.

Knowing the location of all supplies, equipment, and vehicles assigned to the battalion.
Maintaining the MOCC files with current data
Training sufficient personnel outside of the embarkation staff to perform embarkation functions during the actual mount-out
Maintenance of a current turnover file so that in the event the officer is incapacitated or absent during an embarkation, the assistant may readily assume the duties with a minimum of lost effort.
Conducting training for the embarkation staff to increase their proficiency in embarkation
Preparing and maintaining a template file of all current homeport/deployment site equipment/attachment Tab A equipment attached to the battalion
Coordinating through the S3 all requirements associated with battalion movement.
Validating/updating of the Preliminary Load Plans (PLP) for the deployment of the Air DET and Air Echelon on C-130, C-141B, C17, KC135, and C-5 type aircraft within 30 days of arrival at the deployment site. Develop the PLP using the current CESE Tab A, Equipment List, and TOA Materials and Supplies.
Validating the CALM/CAEMS System data base as changes are received to the CESE Tab A
Maintaining a current roster with copies of training certificates of completion and letters of appointment on all battalion embarkation staff members
Ensuring that all detachments (to include Deployments- for-Training (DFTs)) are assigned qualified embarkation personnel; Air/Sea Load Planner(s) and Hazardous Cargo Certifiers to support redeployment needs per COMSECONDNCB/COMTHIRDNCBINST 1500.1A.
Scheduling and conducting at a minimum one homeport and one deployed mobilization CPX within the battalion, as stated in Chapter 1, paragraph 103.
Maintaining a complete embarkation library in accordance with Annex B

Question 6

Discuss the duties and responsibilities of the Embarkation Chief Petty Officer.

Answer 6

The Battalion Embarkation Chief will be assigned as a primary duty for a 14-month period and will be appointed in writing by the CO and is responsible for the following:
Assignment and efficient use of battalion assets for deployment and redeployment by air, land, and sea
Advising and assisting the Battalion Embarkation Officer in the execution of the duties as listed in paragraph 204 above.
Maintaining close liaison with Regimental and Brigade

Question 7

Discuss the duties and responsibilities of the Embarkation Leading Petty Officer.

Answer 7

The Battalion Embarkation Petty Officer will be assigned as a primary duty for a 14-month period and will be appointed in writing by the CO. This billet should be filled with a senior first class Equipment Operator or Construction Mechanic. The Embarkation Petty Officer is responsible for the following:
Assignment and efficient use of battalion assets for the deployment and redeployment by air, land, sea, and/or any combination thereof
Assists the Battalion Embarkation Chief in the execution of his duties as listed in paragraph 205 above

Question 8

Define “RDL” as applied to embarkation.

Answer 8

Reference Datum Line (RDL) – A line from which all measurements are taken. Normally, the RDL is established at the forward front edge of a vehicle

Question 9

Define “CB” as applied to embarkation.

Answer 9

Center of Balance (CB) – The distance from the Reference Datum Line (RDL) to the point of balance of a piece of cargo.

Question 10

Define “GW” as applied to embarkation.

Answer 10

Gross Weight (GW) – The total weight of an item of cargo, including all secondary cargo

Question 11

Define “W1” as applied to embarkation.

Answer 11

Weight One (W1) – Used in computing Center of Balance (CB). W1 defines the weight at the first point of contact from the Reference Datum Line (RDL).

Question 12

Define “W2” as applied to embarkation.

Answer 12

Weight Two (W2) – Used in computing Center of Balance (CB). W2 defines the weight at the second point of contact from the Reference Datum Line (RDL).

Question 13

Define “D1” as applied to embarkation.

Answer 13

Distance One (D1) – Used in computing Center of Balance (CB). D1 is the distance from the Reference Datum Line (RDL) to the first axle

Question 14

Define “D2” as applied to embarkation.

Answer 14

Distance Two (D2) – Used in computing Center of Balance (CB). D2 is the distance from the Reference Datum Line (RDL) to the second axle

Question 15

What is the equation for calculating the Center of Balance (CB) for a vehicle with two axles

Answer 15

CB = [(D1 x W1) + (D2 x W2)] / GW

Question 16

What is the equation for calculating the Center of Balance (CB) for a vehicle with three axles?

Answer 16

CB = [(D1 x W1) + (D2 x W2) + (D3 x W3)] / GW

Question 17

Describe the four categories of shoring?

Answer 17

Rolling Shoring Used to protect the aircraft parking ramp, cargo floor, and loading ramps of cargo airplanes from damage when transporting a vehicle across it. Minimum thickness is ¾ “
Parking Shoring Used to protect the aircraft floor from damage during flight. Any vehicle that requires rolling shoring also requires parking shoring. Minimum thickness ¾ “
Sleeper Shoring Used under the frame or axles of vehicles that weigh over 20,000 lbs and are equipped with soft, low pressure, balloon-type, off-road tires.
Special Shoring Approach Shoring Used to decrease the approach angle of aircraft loading ramps.
Dunnage Normally lumber or timber place under 463L pallets to prevent damage to the lower pallet surface and to aid in transportation with a forklift.

Question 18

List the different types of convoy formations.

Answer 18

File Formation
Staggered Formation
Offset Formation
Inverted “T” Formation
Diamond Formation
Changing Lanes

Question 19

Tactical convoys a generally organized into which three sections?

Answer 19

Tactical convoys are generally organized into three sections: the lead (or head), main body, and trail (or rear).

The lead section consists of a pace vehicle and a convoy security element (not to be confused with the forward security element that may range ahead of the convoy). The pace vehicle should be the heaviest vehicle in the convoy with the slowest rate of march.

The main body contains the CC and the majority of the convoy vehicles. The CC positions himself within the section for effective command and control. Petroleum or ammunition vehicles should be dispersed throughout this section. Heavier and slower vehicles should be forward in the main body to assist in gauging/maintaining convoy speeds.

The trail section consists of the recovery vehicle(s), the ACC, A&L and LZ teams, medical personnel, and the rear convoy security element.

Question 20

Identify planning requirements for convoy vehicles.

Answer 20

The Troop Leading Procedures (TLP) provided in Tactical Convoy Operations (TCO) are tailored specifically to fit tactical convoy operations and are derived from the TLP outlined in FM 5-0, Army Planning and Orders Production, and are similar to the troop leading steps (BAMCIS) outlined in
MCRP 3-11.1A, Marine Troop Leader’s Guide, as follows:
Receive the mission.
Issue the warning order (WARNORD).
Gather intelligence.
Make a tentative plan.
Conduct pre-movement preparations.
Complete the plan.
Issue the convoy brief.
Supervise.