technical instruction, rather than merely act as toolbox carriers. It is not possible to set up a “standard” electronics repair  organization  chart,  but  some  type  of  chart (applicable to ETs) should be posted in the EMO office or in the workshop. Although the preparation of an electronics repair organization chart is primarily the responsibility of the EMO, the leading ET plays an important  part. The   electronics   organization   chart   should   be organized  into  blocks  according  to  the  various  types  of equipment the division maintains. The names of the technicians  assigned  to  the  various  groups  of  equipment can then be written under the appropriate blocks, with the  top  name  being  that  of  the  supervisor  in  charge  of that particular group. In the final breakdown of duties, a certain number of equipment units maybe assigned to one individual. An advantage of such an arrangement is that the responsibility for the maintenance of certain equipment is placed on individual technicians. In smaller vessels, of course, the equipment to be maintained and the electronics personnel available are reduced   proportionately. Responsibilities As an ET1 or ETC, you may be either the leading ET or an equipment technician, depending on the size of the command. The leading ET assists the EMO and is responsible for directly supervising the preventive and corrective maintenance of all electronic equipment. The leading ET also ensures that all records and publications are up-to-date and available for reference, prepares required reports, and supervises the cleanliness and upkeep of the electronics  spaces. The  radar,  communications,  and  carrier-controlled approach and air navigation equipment technicians are responsible  to  their  respective  group  supervisor  and  the leading  ET  for  the  preventive  and  corrective maintenance  of  all  equipment  for  which  they  are responsible. ELECTRONICS  DIVISION ORGANIZATION  MANUAL The  electronics  division  organization  manual  is made up of the division’s instructions and bills, general safety information, and the casualty control manual. This manual sets forth the organization, procedures, and policies   for   the   proper   management   of   your maintenance   efforts   and   resources.   A   properly established electronics division organization manual provides realistic guidance for all personnel within the division.  As  a  senior  ET,  you  will  need  to  assist  in updating  and  revising  the  organization  manual  when needed  and  should  ensure  that  new  personnel  read  it soon  after  they  report  on  board.  The  organization manual reduces duplication of effort, prevents loss of information  when  personnel  transfer,  and  establishes performance  standards  for  you  and  the  personnel  of  the electronics   division. To  find  additional  information  on  running  shipboard electronics  repair  organizations,  you  should  review  your Engineering   Information   Bulletins   (EIBs)   and Electronics  Installation  and  Maintenance  Books (EIMBs).   You   may   also   want   to   review   various Department  of  the  Navy,  fleet,  force,  and  type commander directives, instructions, and notices. The Department of the Navy Directives Issuance System  Consolidated  Subject  Index  (NAVPUBINST 5215. 1) contains a list of notices and instructions. Some of these notices and instructions contain information that  applies  directly  to  the  administration  of  an electronics repair organization. As a supervisor, you should be aware of this information and apply it as appropriate  to  your  situation. POLICY Many of the administrative policies affecting the electronics  division  are  important  enough  to  be  put  in written form. You should be prepared to implement these  policies,  along  with  additional  instructions  of  your own. ADMINISTRATION Your   involvement   in   organizational   and administrative actions is going to become more of a requirement, either directly or indirectly, as you advance to first class and chief. In this chapter, we will describe some of the duties and responsibilities associated with these actions. We will discuss areas such as general quarters  and  watches;  supervision  and  assignment (administrative);  reports  and  records;  correspondence control; personnel manning; publications; and SCLSIS. We will also discuss your involvement in areas such as the 3-M Systems, inspections, maintenance periods, overhauls,  alterations  and  modifications;  safety;  and  the upkeep of your equipment and compartments. 2-2