Occupational Standards

Question 1

Discuss the purpose of Occupational Standards (OCCSTDS).

Answer 1

OPNAVINST 1500.74 pg 4
OCCTDS are statements of the minimum skills required of Navy enlisted ratings as established by primary (resource/warfare) sponsors.

Question 2

List the primary basis for which OCCSTDS are used.

Answer 2

OPNAVINST 1500.74 pg 4

OCCSTDS are the basis for implementing and supporting actions for manning, distribution, training, and advancement.

Question 3

Explain where the remaining E4 and below OCCSTDS, that are not selected to be
taught in ―A‖ school, should be taught, e.g., in which other training environments?

Answer 3

OPNAVINST 1500.74 pg 2
In ―other‖ training environments (such as, but not limited to, individual and unit on-board training (OBT), on-the-job training (OJT), proficiency training, etc.

Question 4

Explain each role as it pertains to OCCSTDS:

Answer 4

OPNAVINST 1500.74 pg 2
a. Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) Review and approve OCCSTDS per OPNAVINST 1223.1
b. Resource Sponsors Review and approve the TTA (Training Task Analysis) report.
c. Fleet and Type Commanders
Ensure participation in the Navy Skills Management System (SMS) and the appropriate NTRR event. Also, review proposed OCCSTDS for validity and pay-grade responsibility.
d. Navy Manpower Analysis Center (NAVMAC) Ensure SMS surveys are conducted and OCCSTDS are issued in a timely manner and coordinated with the appropriate NTRR event schedule(s).
e. Naval Education Training Command (NETC) Develop and implement training to meet the needs of the warfare sponsors utilizing OCCSTDS as training objectives in the preparation of TTA, curricula and feedback systems.