PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-637
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 637
DECEMBER 2005
A
s too many Army units discovered when they were mobilized for Afghanistan or
Iraq, if your equipment has not had its required verifications, it's non-mission capable.
That's the last thing a commander wants to hear when his unit is preparing to deploy.
So the news won't make him happy with you. And, when you cart all your equipment
over to direct support and tell them you need all these items verified yesterday, you
can be sure you're out of the running in their “My Favorite Soldier” contest.
What must be verified by support? All small arms, most night vision and missile
sights, TMDE stuff, and chemical, radiation and biological detectors have semiannual
or annual verification requirements. If you're not sure if your equipment must be ver-
ified, look in the TMs' PMCS tables. Or ask support. They will know.
The hard part is not letting the verifications slip by in the rush of daily work. Here
are some good ways to stay on the verification track:
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Note in the REMARKS block on your DD Form 314s when the next verification
is due.
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In ULLS, track verifications on DA Form 5988-E.
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On a large piece of cardboard, mark off columns for ID number, date serviced, next
due date, status, and remarks. Cover the board with acetate (self-help probably has
some) and use a grease pencil to keep the board up-to-date.
•
Create a computer data base for tracking verifications. We told you how to do that
on Page 18-19 in PS 596 (Jul 02). If you don't have that issue, see
Staying on track with verifications will keep your equipment safe and accurate and
will keep you popular with your commander and support.
TB 43-PS-637, The Preventive Maintenance Monthly, is an official pub-
lication of the Department of the Army, providing information for all
soldiers assigned to combat and combat support units and all soldiers
with unit maintenance and supply duties. All information published has
been reviewed and approved by the agency responsible for the equip-
ment, publication or policy discussed. Application of the information is
optional with the user. Masculine pronouns may refer to both genders.
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COMBAT VEHICLES
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ISSUE 637
DECEMBER 2005
By order of the Secretary of the Army:
PETER J. SCHOOMAKER
General, United States Army Chief of Staff
Official:
SANDRA R. RILEY
Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army
0526601
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M31A1 BIDS Cytometer Kit Changes
M17-Series, M12A1 Decon Cold Weather PM
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RFIDs Usage Means Faster Resupply
LOGNET Peer-to-Peer Info Sharing
Update Software Solves IETM Viewing Problems
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LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
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AVIATION
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All Aircraft Pitot Tube Covering
AH-64A/D Gear Stowage
AH-64D Tips for Proper Sling Use
ALQ-144A/C Countermeasure Set Covering
CH-47D Jam Simulation Test
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COMMUNICATIONS
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Rechargeable Batteries Information
150-KW Generators Parts Manual Corrections
AN/PVS-14 MNVD Eyecup Importance
Electronic Equipment Helpline
Army Combat Uniform Improvements
Interceptor Body Armor Fitting
Containerized Shower Maintenance
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SOLDIER SUPPORT
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whaddya mean
you need all this
stuff verified by
tomorrow!?
are you telling
me
none
of this
stuff is ready
for action
because
you
haven‘t had them
verified!?
uh…
Staying on the Verification Track
M1A1 Tank Power Distribution Panel
M1A1, M1A2 Tank PMCS Kits
M1-Series Tank Cam Bracket Operation Cable
Bradleys, MLRS Carrier Generator Stud
Stryker Tire Pressure, Mileage Limits with TOWs
M113A3 FOV Towbar Repair Parts NSNs
DA Form 2408-4 Weapon Record Data Card
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WHEELED VEHICLES
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John Deere Parts Website
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COMBAT ENGINEERING
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Machine Gun Mounts Poster
M249 Machine Gun Pin Removal
M224 Mortar Barrel Standards
Small Arms Cleaning
M16-Series Rifle Bandoleer Ammo Carrier
M9 Laser Grip No-No
M203A2 MWO Screw Correction
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SMALL ARMS
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4L80E Transmission Troubleshooting
HEMTT, PLS Cargo Net and Rack
Turbocharged HMMWVs Coolant Temp Level
M978 HEMTT Tanker Fuel Transferring
M1101/M1102 Mounting Bracket
FMTV Off-Line Purchasing
Electrical Hardware Connections
Avenger Missile System Remote Charger Spring
Avenger Missile System Semiannual Lubing.
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MISSILES
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