Vol 1 Unit 1 Flashcards
What group of individuals is considered our backbone?
Amn to A1C
As a MSgt what are you expected to do in addition to leading members in their daily activities?
Lead teams effectively and efficiently through processes and mission functions
Which control authority does not provide organizational authority or authoritative direction for administrative and logistic support or discipline?
TACON
Operational control is the authority to perform what functions of command?
Organizing and employing command forces, assigning tasks, designating objectives and giving authoritative direction necessary to accomplish the mission assigned to the command.
As a supervisor, why is it important to be familiar with and qualified to perform the duties of immediate subordinates?
It allows you to accurately assess your he requirements of the duty position and to compare them with the skills and abilities of your subordinates.
What are some of the basic requirements to follow when developing flight schedules?
Flight schedules must require, as a minimum, the normal 8-hour working period and not exceed 12-hour shift; schedules should provide for completion of proficiency and recurring training requirements; flight schedules should provide an uninterrupted sleep schedule; posts and patrols will be manned according to the post priority listing. Tours of duty and time off should be commensurate with effective employment of security forces personnel.
Who authorizes Security Forces personnel to bear and use firearms openly and concealed carry?
The Security Forces Commander or equivalent.
Who, when authorized, may bear firearms?
Security Forces personnel with a valid arming requirement.
Who takes appropriate action to insure a weapon is not issued to a person whose authority has been withdrawn?
Servicing armory
List the causes for immediate withdrawal of individual arming authority.
Identified substance abusers; emotionally unstable or behavior suggests they are incapable of using firearm with care; determined by medical authority to be suffering from alcohol abuse or dependence; taking prescription medication that impairs their ability to use firearms; relieved of duty for disciplinary reasons.
What drives the post priority chart?
The IDRMP assessment.
What do you use a post priority chart for?
To allocate manpower.
How does encouraging personnel to obtain as many qualifications as possible, assist the flight sergeant?
In assigning personnel to duty positions.
Why is adequate and fair post rotation important to a flight?
It can assist you in keeping flight morale high.
What should you discuss when you regularly meet with your subordinates?
Any issue involving their performance.
What is the hands-on task performance training designed to qualify an Airman in a specific duty position?
Qualification Training
What are the initial actions taken after the flight sergeant gives the orders to “Fall in?”
The flight falls in 6 paces in front of the flight sergeant, forming 1 to 4 elements, depending on the size of the flight. The element leaders are positioned at the right flank of each element.
Explain “Close Ranks, MARCH.”
At this command, the first element stands fast, the second element takes one pace forward and halts, the third element takes two paces forward and halts, and the fourth element takes three paces forward and halts. The elements automatically cover and remain at attention.
As the flight sergeant, what 3 things should you look out for during your inspection of the flight?
(1) Fitness for duty, (2) appearance complies with directives and (3) possession of all required equipment and ensure that all equipment is in good working condition
