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Number 1139 | 2015www.ah.mil
S e cr e t ar y of t he Nav yThe Honorable Ray Mabus
Chi e f of Nav al O p er at ions Adm. Jonathan Greenert
Nav y Chi e f of Inf or mat ion Rear Adm. Dawn Cutler
D E F E N S E M E D I A A C T I V I T Y
D ir e c t or, Nav y P r o duc t ion
Butch Livingston
Manag ing Edit orMaria Casaday
Nav y L ia i s on O f f icerLt. Cmdr. Amber Lewis
S enior Enl i s te d Ad v i s or, Nav y P r o duc t ion
MCCS(SW/AW/NEC) Anthony Casullo
Edit orTerrina Weatherspoon
L CP O sMCC(SW/AW) AnTuan D. Guerry
MCC(SW/AW) Mike Jones
A r t D ir e c t orNathan Quinn
I l lus t r at ionWillie Kendrick
MC1(SW) Mark Logico
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[On the Front Cover]Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiserUSS Chosin (CG 65) wave to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, notpictured, during RIMPAC 2014.
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* F o l d o u t p o s t e r o f E n l i s t e d R a t i n g s ,W a r f a r e P i n s , A r m e d F o r c e s R a n k s , O r d e ro f P r e c e d e n c e a n d D e v i c e s i n c l u d e d .
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O U R C O R E R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S Deter aggressionand, i f deterrence fai ls , win our nat ions war s . Employ theglobal reach and per sistent presence of for ward-st at ioned androt at ional forces to secure the nat ion from direct at t ack ,assure joint operat ional access and ret ain global freedom of action. With global par tner s , protect the marit ime freedom that isthe basis for global prosperit y. Foster and sust ain cooperat iverelat ionships with an expanding set of al l ies and internat ionalpar tner s to enhance global securit y.
P R I O R I T I E SThe enduring responsibilities of eachCNO:
Remain ready to meet current challenges, today.
Build a relevant and capable future force. Enable and supportour Sailors, Navy
civilians, and their families.
V I S I O NNavys contribution and characteristics over the next10-15 years:
The U.S. Navy will remain critical to national security andeconomic prosperity.
The Navy will continue to be at the front line of our nationsefforts in war and peace with a proud heritage of success in battleon, above, and below the sea.
The Navy will continue protecting the interconnected systems oftrade, information, and security that underpin Americanprosperity.
Operating forward across the globe, the Navy will provide thenation offshore options to win today and advance our interests inan era of uncertainty.
We will deliver credible capability fordeterrence, sea control,and power projection to deter or contain conflict and fight and winwars.
As ground forces draw down in the Middle East, the Navy willcontinue to deter aggression and reassure our partners we will havethe watch.
Ready Sailors and civilians will remain the source of the Navyswarfighting capability.
Our people will be diverse in experience, background and ideas;personally and professionally ready; and proficient in theoperation of their weapons and systems.
Our Sailors and civilians will continue a two-century traditionof warfighting excellence, adaptation, and resilience.
Our character and our actions will re-main guided by ourcommitment to the
nation and to each other as part of one Navy team.
We will address economic change by being effective andefficient. We will innovate to:
Use new technologies and operating concepts to sharpen ourwarfighting advantage against evolving threats.
Operate forward at strategic maritime crossroads.
Sustain our fleet capability through effective maintenance,timely modernization, and sustained production of proven ships andaircraft.
Provide our Sailors confidence in their equipment and in theirown skills.
Over the next 10 to 15 years, the Navy will evolve and remainthe preeminent maritime force.
The reach and effectiveness of ships and aircraft will begreatly expanded through new and updated weapons, unmanned systems,sensors, and increased power.
The Air-Sea Battle Concept will be implemented to sustain U.S.freedom of action and joint assured access.
Unmanned systems in the air and water will employ greaterautonomy and be fully integrated with their mannedcounterparts.
The Navy will continue to dominate the undersea domain using anetwork of sensors and platforms with expanded reach andpersistence from unmanned autonomous systems.
Cyberspace will be operationalized with capabilities that spanthe electromagnet-ic spectrum providing superior awareness andcontrol when and where we need it.
Our forces will operate forward in new and flexible ways withaccess to strategic mari-time crossroads.
Our posture will be focused and improved using a combination ofrotational deploy-ments, forward bases, temporary and austerefacilities and partner nation ports.
Our forward presence will build on and strengthen ourpartnerships and alliances where sea lanes, resources, and vitalU.S. interests intersect.
T E N E T SThe key considerations we should apply to everydecision:
WA RF IG H T ING F IR S TBe ready to fight and win today, whilebuilding the ability to win tomorrow.
OPER AT E FOR WA RDProvide offshore options to deter, influenceand win in an era of uncertainty.
BE RE A DYHarness the teamwork, talent and imagina-tion of ourdiverse force to be ready to fight and responsibly employ ourresources.
The starting point for developing and executing our plans:
Our primary mission is warfighting. All our efforts to improvecapabilities, develop people, and structure our organizationsshould be grounded in this fundamental responsibility.
People are the Navys foundation. We have a professional andmoral obliga-tion to uphold a covenant with Sailors, civilians andtheir families to ably lead, equip, train and motivate.
Our approach should be Joint and com-bined when possible.However, we own the sea, and must also be able to operateindependently when necessary.
Our primary joint partner is the U.S. Marine Corps. We mustcontinue to evolve how we will operate and fight as expeditionarywarfare partners.
At sea and ashore, we must be ready to part with Navy roles,programs and traditions if they are not integral to our futurevision or a core element of our mission.
We must ensure todays force is ready for its assigned missions.Maintaining ships and aircraft to their expected service lives isan essential contribution to fleet capacity.
Our Navy ethos defines us and describes the standard forcharacter and behavior.
We must clearly and directly communi-cate our intent andexpectations both within and outside the Navy.
I believe in the charge of command. We will train and empowerour leaders with authorities commensurate with theirresponsibilities.
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The underway replenishment detail works together to pull overthe refueling probe during refueling at sea onboard USS Samuel B.Roberts (FFG 58). Photo by Ensign Evan R. Albright
More than 900 Sailors and Marines assigned to the amphibiousassault ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) America (LHA 6) march tothe ship to take custody of it.Photo by MC1 Vladimir Ramos
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T he map depicts the unified commands areas of operation (AO).The Navy sup-ports regional unified commands with componentcommands and numbered fleets.
U.S. Fleet Forces CommandHeadquarters: NorfolkMission: U.S.Fleet Forces (USFF) trains, certi-fies, and provides combat-readyNavy forces to combatant commanders that are capable of conductingprompt, sustained naval, joint, and combined operations in supportof U.S. national interests. USFF is the Navy component commanderproviding direct support to U.S. Northern Command and also providesopera-tional planning and coordination support to commander, U.S.Strategic Command.
USFFs other primary responsibilities include determining andproviding future and current needs of the fleet for warfighting andreadiness capabilities to the Chief of Naval Operations. The CNOhas also delegated to commander, USFF authority to generate andcommunicate Navy global force management solutions.
U.S. Pacific FleetHeadquarters: Pearl Harbor Mission: U.S.Pacific Fleet (PACFLT) operates in support of the U.S. PacificCommand (PACOM) theater security strategy and providesinterop-erable, trained and combat ready naval forces to PACOM andother U.S. combatant command-ers as required. PACFLT enhancesstability, promotes maritime security and freedom of the seas,defends the homeland, deters aggres-sion and when necessary, standsready to fight tonight and conduct decisive combat action againstthe enemy.
PACFLT remains the worlds largest naval command, extending fromthe West Coast of the United States, into the Indian Ocean,encompassing three oceans, six continents, and more than half theEarths surface. PACFLT consists of approximately 180 ships, nearly2,000 aircraft, and 140,000 Sailors and civilians all dedicated toprotecting our mutual security interests. In support of PACFLTsleading role in Americas rebalance to the Asia-Pacific, the Navywill re-posture its forces from todays
roughly 50/50 percent split between the Pacific and the Atlanticto about a 60/40 split by 2020.
To advance regional partnerships and alli-ances and enhanceinteroperability with navies across the region, PACFLT conductshundreds of training exercises and professional engage-ments,ranging from the biannual Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) - the worldslargest maritime warfighting exercise - to the annual humanitar-ianassistance and disaster relief preparedness mission, PacificPartnership.
Maintaining a credible forward presence built on trust andcooperation with allies and partners, PACFLT advances Asia-Pacificregional security and prosperity, and continues to be a crediblyled, combat-ready and surge-ready fleet prepared in peace, crisisor war.
U.S. 3rd Fleet Headquarters: San DiegoMission: U.S. 3rd Fleetdelivers combat-ready naval forces, leads fleet operations in theEastern Pacific and defines future fleet require-ments to deteraggression, preserve freedom of the seas and promote peace andsecurity.
U.S. 3rd Fleet trains, certifies, and deploys combat ready navalforces prepared to face a full range of missionsfrom humanitarianand peacekeeping operations, to major regional conflicts, toballistic missile defensearound
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the globe. In fulfilling that role, 3rd Fleet pro-vides therealistic, relevant training necessary for an effective globalNavy. Additionally, 3rd Fleet leads numerous multi-lateralexercises, including the worlds largest international maritimeexercise, Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC). Through these and otheractivities, 3rd Fleet helps build and sustain joint, interagencyand international relationships that strengthen our ability torespond to crises, and protects the collective maritime interestsof the U.S. and its allies and partners.
AO: Pacific Ocean from the North Pole to the South Pole and fromthe continental West Coast to the International Date Line.
U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/ U.S. 4th FleetHeadquarters:Mayport, Fla.Mission: U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4thFleet (USNAVSO/FOURTHFLT) employs maritime forces in cooperativemaritime security operations in order to maintain access, enhanceinteroperability, and build enduring partnerships that fosterregional security in the U.S. Southern Command area ofresponsibility (AOR).
Lines of Operation: Security Cooperation Activities MaritimeSecurity Operations Contingency Operations
Lines of Effort: Detection and Monitoring (D&M) SouthernSeas (SSEAS) Continuing Promise (CP) Southern Partnership Station(SPS)
USNAVSO/FOURTHFLT directs U.S. Naval Forces involved in D&Mduring countering illicit trafficking (CIT) operations supportingJoint Interagency Task Force South (JIATF-South) as part ofOperation MARTILLO. In addition USNAVSO/FOURTHFLT directs U.S.Naval Forces that conduct multi-national maritime exercises UNITAS,PANAMAX, as part of Southern Seas, and forces involved inContinuing Promise and Southern Part-nership Station.
USNAVSO/FOURTHFLT directs opera-tions and force protection atthe U.S. Naval Base Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and oper-ates acooperative security location (CSL) at the Comalapa InternationalAirport in El Salvador that supports the regions multi-national CITefforts.
AO: As the Navy Component Commander for U.S. Southern Command,the AOR encom-passes 31 countries and 15 areas of specialsovereignty. It includes the land masses of Central and SouthAmerica south of Mexico, about one-sixth of the landmass of theworld assigned to geographic combatant commands, but is primarily amaritime theater, encompass-ing portions of the Atlantic andPacific Oceans and the entire Caribbean Sea.
U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/ U.S. 5th Fleet/CombinedMaritime ForcesHeadquarters: Manama, BahrainMission: U.S. NavalForces Central Command (COMUSNAVCENT)/5th Fleet is the navalcom-ponent command for U.S. Central Command that conducts maritimeoperations to help ensure security and stability throughout theregion, promotes U.S. interests, prevents re-gional conflict anddefeats our adversaries.
COMUSNAVCENT acts in concert with other Central Commandcomponents, combined maritime forces and joint task forces to deterdestabilizing activities and promote a lawful maritime order in theCentral Commands AO.
U.S. and coalition forces conduct missions in support ofOperations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom as well as maritimesecurity operations in the Arabian Gulf, Arabian Sea, Red Sea andoff the coast of Somalia.
Operations in the NAVCENT area are focused on reassuringregional partners of the United States commitment to security, thatpromotes stability and global prosperity. These operations protectmaritime infrastructure,
deter and disrupt piracy, prevent drug and weapons smuggling anddeny violent extrem-ists use of the maritime environment as a venuefor attack.
AO: Approximately five million square miles, including theArabian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, Red Sea andparts of the Indian Ocean. This expanse, comprised of 22 countries,includes three critical chokepoints at the Strait of Hormuz, theSuez Canal and the Strait of Bab al Mandeb at the southern tip ofYemen.
U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa/ U.S. 6th FleetHeadquarters:Naples, ItalyMission: Commander, U.S. Naval ForcesEurope-Africa/Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet (CNE-CNA/C6F) is themaritime component of both U.S. European Command and U.S. AfricaCommand. CNE-CAN/C6F, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts thefull spectrum of na-val operations, often in concert with allied,joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. nationalinterests and security and stabil-ity in Europe and Africa.
CNE-CNA/C6F efforts are organized along three lines ofoperation: sustain warfighting readiness; strengthen alliances andpartner-ships; and conduct operations forward.
CNE-CNA/C6F mission areas consist of bal-listic missile defense;intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; precision strike;counter terrorism; non-combatant evacuation opera-tions;counter-illicit trafficking; and logistics sustainment.
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Additionally, CNE-CNA/C6F facilitates the internationalcollaborative maritime ca-pacity building program AfricaPartnership Station (APS). APS aims to enhance African maritimeforces information sharing prac-tices, response capabilities, andregional cooperation to improve safety and security in the watersaround Africa.
AO: The CNE-CNA/C6F area of responsibility extends over 20million square nautical miles of ocean and includes a landmassextending more than 14 million square miles. It touches threecontinents and encompasses more than 67 percent of the Earthscoastline, 30 percent of its landmass, and nearly 40 percent of theworlds population. It includes all of Russia, Europe and nearly theentire continent of Africa and encom-passes 105 countries with acombined popula-tion of more than one billion people.
The CNE-CNA/C6F AO covers approximately half of the AtlanticOcean, from the North Pole to Antarctica, as well as the Adriatic,Baltic, Barents, Black, Caspian, Mediterranean and North Seas andhalf of the Indian Ocean. Flagship: USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20)
U.S. 7th FleetHeadquarters: Yokosuka, JapanMission: The U.S. 7thFleet (C7F) operates in the largest of the U.S. Navys numberedfleets. At any given time there are 70-80 ships and submarines, 140aircraft and approximately 40,000 Sailors and Marines inregion.
C7F has maintained a continuous forward presence in theIndo-Asia Pacific since being founded in Australia in 1943,providing security and stability to the region, upholding keyalli-ances and building upon maritime partnerships.
C7F uses both forward-deployed ships from Japan, Singapore, Guamand other loca-tions as well as rotationally-deployed ships fromthe West Coast to execute military opera-tions across the spectrum,from major combat operations to humanitarian assistance anddisaster relief.
C7F forces operate in the region every day of the year and workclosely to build partner-ships with our allies, partners andfriends while allowing for rapid response to any crisis, natural orman-made.
Building partnerships and familiarity helps improve stabilitythrough cooperation, avoid misunderstandings and preventsunnecessary military escalation. C7F units typically take
part in 100 bilateral & multilateral exercises and 200 portvisits each year, comprising 1,800 total days of engagement everyyear.
AO: Covers 48 million square miles of the Pacific and IndianOceans, from the Interna-tional Date Line to the India/Pakistanborder and from the Kuril Islands in the north to the Antarctic inthe south. The region Includes 36 maritime countries, more than 50percent of the worlds population, 3,000 languages and seven of theworlds 10 largest militaries. The U.S. maintains mutual defensetreaties with five allies in the region to include the Philippines,Australia, the Republic of Korea, Japan and Thailand.Flagship: USSBlue Ridge (LCC 19)
U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. 10th FleetHeadquarters: FortGeorge G. Meade, Md.Mission: U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. 10thFleet (FCC/C10F) warfighters direct cy-berspace operations toensure the freedom of action in cyberspace necessary for allmissions that the nation expects the Navy to be capable of carryingout, including winning wars, deterring aggression and maintain-ingfreedom of the seas. Cyberspace is the fifth warfighting domainthat intersects the other four, which are sea, land, air, andspace. Commanding this domain is critical to the Navys corecapabilities of forward presence, deterrence, sea control, powerprojection, maritime security and humanitarian assis-tance/disasterresponse. FCC/C10F fights to maintain this warfighting advantage byserv-ing as the Navy Component Command to U.S. Strategic Commandand U.S. Cyber Command, providing operational employment of theNavys cyber, network operation, information operations,cryptologic, and space forces. It also serves as the Navys ServiceCryptologic Component commander to the National Se-curityAgency/Central Security Service (NSA/CSS). FCC is an echelon twocommand report-ing to the Chief of Naval Operations and C10Fcontrols operations supporting FCC.
Looking ahead, the immense value the FCC/C10F team brings toNavy and joint commanders will be measured based on its ability tooperate the Navy network as a warfighting platform, conducttailored sig-nals intelligence (SIGINT) support to support-edcommanders and the NSA/CSS, deliver warfighting effects, createshared cyber situ-ational awareness, and establish and mature Navyscyber mission forces.
FCC/C10Fs vision is to conduct operations in and throughcyberspace, the electromagnetic spectrum, and space to ensure Navyand joint/coalition freedom of action and decision supe-rioritywhile denying the same to our adversar-ies. We will win in thesedomains through our collective commitment to excellence and bystrengthening our alliances with entities across the U.S.government, Department of Defense, academia, industry, and ourforeign partners.
AO: Worldwide
USS Truxtun (DDG 103) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with USNSTippecanoe (T-AO 199). while supporting efforts in the U.S. 5thFleet area of responsibility.Photo by MC3 Scott Barnes
Gunners Mate Seaman Terrance Neal-Williams mans a Mark 38 25 mmmachine gun console.Photo by MC3 Edward Guttierrez
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Members of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard practice parading theflags before the U.S. Navy Band Concerts on the Avenue series atthe U.S. Navy Memorial.
Photo by MC2 Jonathan Pankau
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C O M M A N D E R , N A V Y I N S T A L L A T I O N S C O M M AN D
Headquarters: Washington, D.C.Commander, Navy InstallationsCommand
(CNIC) is responsible for worldwide shore instal-lation supportfor the U.S. Navy under the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO). CNICsmission is to support the three Fs: fleet, fighter, and family.
Fleet encompasses the operating forces of the Navy. CNIC ensuresall installation re-quirements necessary to train and operate thefleets (ports, airfields, training ranges, etc.) are maintained andready.
Fighter encompasses the men and women in the operating forces.CNIC ensures naval installations are able to facilitate theman-ning, training and equipping of the Navys fighting force.
Family encompasses the men and women of the armed forces andtheir families. To ensure the fighting force is supported on allfronts CNICs Family and Community Services, Housing and Safetyefforts pro-vide the quality of life, support and services thatallow the fighting force to focus on mission accomplishment.
Mission:Deliver effective and efficient readiness from theshore.
Vision:Be the sole provider of shore capability, to sustain thefleet, enable the fighter, and support the family.
For more information go to http://www.cnic.navy.mil/
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Commander, Navy Region Mid-AtlanticNaval Submarine Base(NAVSUBASE)
New London, Conn.Naval Station (NAVSTA) Great Lakes, Ill.NavalSupport Activity (NSA) Crane, Ind.Naval Support Activity (NSA)Mechanicsburg, Pa.NSA Philadelphia, Pa.Naval Shipyard (NSY) BaseOperating Support
(BOS) Portsmouth, N.H.Naval Weapons Station (NAVWPNSTA) Earle,N.J.NSA Lakehurst, N.J.NSA Saratoga Springs, N.Y.Naval Station(NAVSTA) Newport, R.I.NSA Hampton Roads, Va.Joint ExpeditionaryBase (JEB)
Little Creek-Fort Story, Va.NAVSTA Norfolk, Va.Naval Sea Systems(NSS) Norfolk Naval
Shipyard, Va.Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana, Va.Surface CombatSystems Center (SCSC )
Wallops Island, Va.Naval Weapons Station (NAVWPNSTA)
Yorktown, Va.Naval Information Operations Command (NIOC)
Sugar Grove, W.Va.
Commander, Naval District WashingtonJoint Base (JB) AnacostiaBolling,
Washington, D.C.NSA Annapolis, Md.NSA Bethesda, Md.Naval SupportFacility (NSF) Indian Head, Md.Naval Air Station (NAS) PatuxentRiver, Md.NSA South Potomac (Dahlgren), Va.NSA Washington, D.C.
Commander, Navy Region SoutheastNAS Jacksonville, Fla.NAS KeyWest, Fla.NAVSTA Mayport, Fla.NSA Orlando, Fla.NSA Panama City,Fla.NAS Pensacola, Fla.NAS Whiting Field, Fla.NAVSUBASE Kings Bay,Ga.NAS/Joint Reserve Base (JRB) New Orleans, La.
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The littoral combat ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Coronado(LCS 4) passes Naval Air Station North Island as it makes it way toits new homeport at Naval Base San Diego.
Photo by MCCS Donnie W. Ryan
Naval Construction Battalion Center (CBC) Gulfport, Miss.
NAS Meridian, Miss.NSA Mid-South (Millington), Tenn.NAS CorpusChristi, TexasNAS/JRB Fort Worth, TexasNAS Kingsville, TexasNAVSTAGuantanamo Bay, Cuba
Commander, Navy Region NorthwestNAVSTA Everett, Wash.NavalMagazine (NAVMAG)
Indian Island, Wash.NAS Whidbey Island, Wash.NAVBASE Kitsap,Bremerton, Wash.
Commander, Navy Region SouthwestNaval Air Weapons Station(NAWS)
China Lake, Calif.NAVBASE Coronado, Calif.Naval Air Facility(NAF) El Centro, Calif.NAS Lemoore, Calif.NSA Monterey,Calif.NAVBASE Point Loma, Calif.NAVBASE San Diego, Calif.NAVWPNSTASeal Beach, Calif.NAVBASE Ventura County Pt. Mugu, Calif.NASFallon, Nev.
Commander, Navy Region HawaiiPacific Missile Range Facility,
Barking Sands, HawaiiJB Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii
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Commander, Joint Region MarianasNSA AndersenNAVBASE Guam
Commander, Navy Region KoreaCommander, Fleet Activities (CFA)Chinhae
Commander, Navy Region JapanNAF AtsugiNAF MisawaCFA OkinawaCFASaseboCFA YokosukaSingapore Area CoordinatorNSF Diego Garcia
Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia
NSA BahrainCamp Lemonnier, DjiboutiNSA Souda Bay, GreeceNSANaples, ItalyNAS Sigonella, ItalyNAVSTA Rota, Spain
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Fleet and Family Readiness Programs at Commander, NavyInstallations Command is responsible for policy development,resourcing and oversight of quality of life programs for Sailorsand their families. The mission of the Fleet and Family Readinessteam is to maximize the physical, emotional and social developmentof the Navy family. Fleet and Family Readiness enables a ready Navyforce through its Fleet Readiness, Family Readiness and HousingPrograms. It also includes the Support Services Center and the NavyWounded Warrior Safe Harbor Program.
Fleet ReadinessFleet Readiness is comprised of Morale,
Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Programs, of-ficial andrecreational lodging, and food and beverage operations.
These services include: Fitness and Sports Deployed ForcesSupport Movies and Libraries Golf and Bowling Marinas and OutdoorRecreation Liberty Program Information, Tickets and Travel NavyEntertainment Program Navy Gateway Inns and Suites Galleys andRecreational Dining MWR Lodging Child Development Centers and HomesYouth and Teen Centers School-Age Care School Liaison OfficerProgram
More information can be found at: www.navymwr.mil .
Family ReadinessFamily Readiness promotes self-reliance
and resiliency to strengthen the military and its familymembers, supports mission readi-ness, assists commanders inplanning for and responding to family readiness needs, andfacilitates building a strong community network of services throughcommunity outreach and partnerships.
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TOP Family and friends gather at Naval Station Mayport towelcome home the guided-missile frigate USS Halyburton (FFG 40)after a five-month deployment to the U.S. 4th Fleet area ofresponsibility.
Photo by MC2 Marcus L. Stanley
CENTER Yorktown Fleet & Family Support Center Sexual AssaultPrevention and Response manager Frank Hawkins conducts trainingwith Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group (NAVELSG)Sailors.
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The Fleet and Family Support program (FFSP) aims to deliver thebest services at the right time and in the right place. The visionof this organization relies on the delivery of programs andservices to customers as the provider of choice over allcompetitors, public or private. Thus, FFSP strives to attain anadaptive organization that aggressively anticipates change to meetthe ongoing needs of Navy families, enhance family resiliency, anddecrease the stigma associated with the use of FFSP programs andservices.
There are currently 80 service delivery sites worldwide, with 58sites delivering a full port-folio of programs and services.
Programs include: Deployment Support Ombudsman Support PersonalFinancial Management Transition Assistance Family EmploymentReadiness Relocation Assistance Exceptional Family Member SexualAssault Prevention and Response
(SAPR) Family Advocacy
New Parent Support Home Visitation Clinical Counseling ServicesLife Skills Family Emergency Response Navy Gold Star IndividualAugmentee Support
For more information about these and other programs go to:www.ffsp.navy.mil.
CNIC Navy HousingThe CNIC Navy Housing program mission
is to assist military service members, both unaccompanied andthose with families, with finding suitable, affordable and safehousing wherever they live around the world.
The Navy Housing program consists of family housing,unaccompanied housing, housing services, and public-private venture(PPV) housing oversight. Each installation has a Navy HousingService Center (HSC) staffed with trained housing professionals toassist all of our customers.
To learn more about the CNIC Housing program or to find Navyinstallation-specific housing information go to:
www.cnic.navy.mil/ffr/housing.html.
Support Services CenterThe Support Services Center supportsthe
other four divisions and regional Fleet and Family ReadinessService Centers through a consolidation of management supportfunc-tions, such as nonappropriated funds (NAF) financialmanagement, marketing, training, NAF human resources, facilitiesand acquisi-tion, information technology, and management evaluationand assistance.
Navy Wounded Warrior- Safe Harbor
Navy Wounded Warrior - Safe Harbor co-ordinates the non-medicalcare of seriously wounded, ill and injured Sailors and CoastGuardsmen, and provides resources and support to their families.Enrollment lasts a lifetime. Call 1-855-NAVY WWP (628-9997) orvisit safeharbor.navylive.dodlive.mil to learn more.
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The U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED), located inFalls Church, Va., is the headquarters for Navy and Marine Corpshealth care. Under the leadership of Navy Surgeon General Vice Adm.Matthew L. Nathan, BUMED provides high-quality health care tobeneficiaries in wartime and peacetime.
Highly trained Navy Medicine personnel deploy with Sailors andMa-rines worldwide providing critical mission support aboard ship,in the air, under the sea and on the battlefield. At the same time,Navy Medi-cines military and civilian health care professionals areproviding care for uninformed services family members and retireesat military treatment facilities around the globe. Every day, nomatter what the environment, Navy Medicine is ready to care forthose in need, providing world-class care anytime, anywhere. BUMEDis responsible for all medical support for the U.S. Marine Corpsand the U.S. Navy.
Navy Medicines PrioritiesNavy Medicines mission is to enablereadiness, wellness, and
health care to Sailors, Marines, their families, and all othersentrusted to us worldwide be it on land or at sea. To fulfill thatmission, Navy Medicine has three strategic priorities: readiness,value and jointness.
READINESS: Keeping Sailors and Marines fit and healthy is whatwe do and why Navy Medicine exists. We ensure our Sailors andMarines are medically prepared to meet their worldwide missions.Navy Medicine personnel are always ready to respond to needs tosupport the warfighter. Readiness is the hallmark of NavyMedicine.
VALUE: Navy Medicine provides exceptional value to those weserve by ensuring efficiencies in our services, highest quality ofcare through best health practices and best use of resources.
JOINTNESS: Navy Medicine works closely with our sister servicesin joint health care environments, while at the same time, honoringour naval tradition. The synergy of creating efficiencies, removingredundancies, and allowing transparency will elevate care andreduce costs.
Force Health ProtectionThe foundation of Navy Medicine is forcehealth protection
and direct support to the warfighter. Keeping Sailors andMarines healthy and fit to fight at home and abroad is the toppriority. Whether it is on the sea, above the sea, below the sea,on the battlefield or on the home front, Navy Medicine enablesSailors and Marines to carry out their mission regardless of thechallenge. Wherever a Sailor or Marine goes, Navy Medicine isthere.
In executing its force health protection mission, the 63,000active duty and reserve component sailors, government civilians andcontractors of Navy Medicine are engaged in all aspects ofexpeditionary medical operations in support of the warfighter. Thecontinuum of care provided includes all dimensions of physical andmental well-being, supported by Navy Medicine researchers,scientists, and public health specialists.
Navy medical personnel treat a patient with a mock injury duringemergency disaster training at Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise2014 aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy(T-AH 19).
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Nowhere is our commitment to force health protection moreevident than in our global health engagement operations. The NavyMedicine mission is one with a truly global footprint. We work withpeople around the world from interagency organi-zations,non-governmental organizations, and international communities,ministries of health, and partner and host nations in support ofglobal health activities. Navy Medicines role in humanitarianassistance and disaster relief strategically enables the U.S. Navyas a Global Force for Good.
As our involvement in overseas opera-tions has evolved, so hasthe demand to provide expeditionary combat casualty care. The NavyMedicine team of physicians, nurses, corpsmen, dentists and mentalhealth providers work with Army and Air Force medical personnel andcoalition forces to ensure the physical and mental well-being ofour troops and civilians.
Readiness is Navy Medicines first prior-ity, and beyond thatthere is no greater honor than providing care to the wounded, illand injured. As wounded warriors return from combat to begin thehealing process, they deserve a seamless and compre-hensiveapproach to their recovery. Navy Medicine helps them heal in body,mind and spirit. The enterprises focus is multi-disci-plinary,bringing together medical providers, social workers, case managers,behavioral health providers and chaplains.
Medical CentersNaval Medical Center Portsmouth, Va.Naval MedicalCenter San Diego, Calif.
Military Sealift Command Hospital Ships
USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) layberthed in San Diego, Calif.
USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) layberthed in Norfolk, Va.
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Medical Home PortMedical Home Port provides primary care
in the most effective way possible to meet the needs of NavyMedicines beneficiaries. The Medical Home Port team ensures thatcare is integrated with all other care provided within our healthcare system. Care delivered in the Medical Home Port model includesbut is not limited to prevention, readiness, wellness, behavioralhealth and disease management.
For more information on Navy Medical Home Port, as well as tipsand tools to support implementation at the Navy Medical TreatmentFacility (MTF), please visit the Primary Care Advisory BoardMedical Home Port site:https://es.med.navy.mil/bumed/m3/m35/M35HO/
m3/MedicalHome/default.aspx .
Project FOCUSProject FOCUS (Families
OverComing Under Stress) is designed for families needing toramp up their resiliency to best handle the
demands of a deployment and combat and oper-ational stress.Through parent, child and family sessions, FOCUS helps Navy andMarine Corps families develop strong skills in problem solving,goal setting, communication and emotional regulation. The freeprogram is offered through BUMED in collaboration with theUniversity of California, Los Angeles. For details and a list ofFOCUS locations, visit:
www.focusproject.org.
Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation Program
Navy Medicines Substance Abuse Reha-bilitation Program (SARP)provides prevention, early indicated intervention, screening,diag-nosis and aftercare. SARP provides various levels of treatmentat 51 sites. Treatment levels include residential, intensiveoutpatient, outpatient, early intervention, pre-care and continuingcare. SARP services are provided to all active duty, retired, andfamily members 18 and older. The program works closely with NavyDrug and Alcohol Program Advisors, Marine Corps Substance AbuseControl Officers, and U.S. Coast Guard Command Drug and AlcoholRepresentatives to provide care.
Operational Stress Control and Readiness Program
The Marine Corps, in collaboration with Navy Medicine, hasdeployed the Opera-tional Stress Control and Readiness (OS-CAR)program, which embeds psychological health professionals withinoperational units. OSCAR provides early intervention and preventionsupport through all phases of deployment. The OSCAR program isavailable at all three active Marine divisions. Each OSCAR teamconsists of two specially trained psychiatric technicians. Theteams provide education and consultation to com-manders, units, andMarines.
Comprehensive Combat and Complex Casualty Care (C5)
Comprehensive Combat and Complex Casu-alty Care (C5) is aprogram of care that man-ages severely wounded, ill or injuredpatients from medical evacuation through inpatient care, outpatientrehabilitation, and eventual return to active duty or transitionfrom the military. Program components include: trauma service;orthopedic reconstructive plastic surgery; wound care; amputeecare; prosthetics; physi-cal, occupational, and recreationaltherapy; mental health care; pastoral care; family sup-port; andtransition services among others. For more information, visit:www.med.navy.mil/sites/nmcsd/Patients/Pages/C5.aspx .
Additional ResourcesThe Navy and Marine Corps Public Health
Center has several resources for the Navy population in healthpromotion and wellness areas of: stress management, resiliency,sexual health, tobacco-free living, psychological and emotionalwellbeing, drug abuse and excessive alcohol use, healthy eating,and resources for wounded, ill and injured service members andtheir families. For more information, visit:
www.med.navy.mil/sites/nmcphc/health-promo-tion/Pages/default.aspx.
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MEDICAL CORPS: 4,441Active: 3,922Reserve: 519
DENTAL CORPS: 1,387Active: 1,115Reserve: 272
HOSPITAL CORPS: 32,275Active: 27,113Full time Support: 652
Reserve: 4,510
MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS: 3,050Active: 2,689Reserve: 361
NURSE CORPS: 4,255Active: 2,972Reserve: 1,283
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Navy Personnel Command Customer Service Center
The Navy Personnel Command (NPC) Cus-tomer Service Center (CSC)is the one-stop shop for all questions. If unsure about who tocontact or where to go, call 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866-827-5672) andlet the customer service agents help you, or visit the CSC Web pageat: www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/organization/npc/
csc/Pages/default.aspxE-mail questions can be sent to:
[emailprotected].
Military Pay RaisesAnnual military pay raises are linked tothe
employment cost index (ECI). Military pay raises are equal to ayearly increase in the ECI. Pay raises may exceed these levels ifauthorized and funded by Congress or be lower than ECI if directedby Congress or the president.
See: www.dfas.mil/militarymembers.html
Military Leave and LibertyActive duty members accumulatetwo-and-
a-half days of leave per month, totaling 30 days of paid leaveeach year. While earned leave is intended for use throughout theyear, members may carry forward leave not to exceed 75 days at theend of the fiscal year. (This carryover eligibility has beenextended to Sept. 30, 2015 per Feb. 12, 2013 NAVADMIN 026/13. OnOct. 1, 2015, leave carryover resets to 60 days.)
Retirement PayOne of the most attractive incentives of
a military career is the retirement system that provideslifelong retirement income for those who serve 20 or more years.Active duty and reserve retirement plans differ. To view retirementplans and an easy-to-use online calculator visit:
www.npc.navy.mil/career/payandbenefits or
www.defenselink.mil/militarypay/pay/bp/index.html and thenchoose the calculator.
Financial planning is essential for all military personnel.Military Saves Week 2015, running Feb. 23 - 28, 2015, encouragesservice members to Set a Goal, Make a Plan, Save Automatically inorder to better prepare for their future.
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Thrift Savings PlanThe Thrift Savings Plan is a 401(k)-like
savings plan for Sailors. It accumulates long-term, tax-deferred(traditional contributions) or after-tax (Roth contributions)savings and earnings for a retirement nest egg, regardless ofwhether the Sailor remains for a full military career. Usefulinformation can be found at:
www.tsp.gov/ .
Savings Deposit ProgramThe Savings Deposit Program (SDP) is
allowed for Sailors during assignments and de-ployments tospecified locations. SDP pays 10 percent interest and allowsSailors to deposit a portion of their current pay, up to a maximumof $10,000. Interest paid on SDP is taxable and rules apply. Forinformation, contact the local finance office prior todeployment.
www.dfas.mil/militarymembers/payentitlements/sdp.html .
Federal Tax AdvantageBecause some allowances are nottaxable,
the result is actually additional compensation. Untaxedallowances include basic assistance for subsistence (BAS), basicallowance for housing (BAH), overseas housing allowance (OHA),cost-of-living allowance (COLA) and family separation allowance(FSA). Further tax advantages are available through par-ticipationin the Uniformed Services Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). See the payand compen-sation calculator at:
militarypay.defense.gov/pay/tax/index.html .
Combat Zone Tax Exclusion Combat zone tax exclusion allowsearn-
ings received while performing duties in, or in direct supportof, areas designated as combat zones to be excluded from taxes.Exclusion is unlimited for enlisted members and warrant officers.For commissioned officers there is a limit on the amount ofexclusion while serving in a combat zone or qualified hazardousduty area. For more information consult DODFMR, Volume 7A, Chapter44, or go to:
www.defenselink.mil/militarypay/pay/tax/10_combatzone_05.html.
Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program
The Overseas Tour Extension Incentives Program offers eligibleenlisted members the opportunity to receive their choice of one offour incentive options for extension of the DoD tour length for 12months or more. For more in-formation see your command careercounselor or MILPERSMAN Article 1306-300.
Basic Allowance for HousingBasic Allowance for Housing (BAH)covers
paygrade appropriate rental housing expenses for Sailors who donot occupy government quarters. This non-taxable allowancegenerally covers rent, utilities and renters insurance. For detailsvisit:
militarypay.defense.gov/pay/bah/index.htmlwww.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/bah.cfm .
Basic Allowance for SubsistenceBasic Allowance for Subsistence(BAS) is
adjusted annually based on the cost of food. For details oncurrent rates, visit:
militarypay.defense.gov/pay/bas/index.html .
Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance in Addition to BAS
Family subsistence supplemental allowance, in addition to BAS,is an additional food allow-ance some large military families mayqualify for and is based on total household income. Contact theFleet and Family Support Center or a command financial specialistfor assistance in determining eligibility. For details, go to:
https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/fssa .
Family Separation AllowanceFamily separation allowance (FSA)compen-
sates qualified members for added expenses in-curred because ofan enforced family separation.
There are three different categories (Temporary duty, dependentrestricted tour and underway on a ship) depending on the status ofthe Sailor and their family members. Family separation al-lowanceis $250 per month. See the DoD Finan-cial Management Regulation(DODFMR) Volume 7A, Chapter 27 for more information.
Career Sea Pay (CSP) and Career Sea Pay Premium (CSP/P)
Career sea pay is compensation for Sailors assigned to varioussea duty billets in recognition of the greater than normal rigorsof sea duty, the arduous duty involved in long deployments, and therepetitive nature of assignment to such duty.
For more information see DODFMR 7A, Chap-ter 18 and OPNAVInstruction 7220.14 found at:
www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/career/payandbenefits/N130/Pages/N130C.aspx.
Sea Duty Incentive PaySea duty incentive pay (SDIP) offersextra
pay of up to $1,000 per month for extension of sea duty,back-to-back sea duty, or early return to sea (voluntarycurtailment of shore duty). For more information on SDIP,visit:
www.npc.navy.mil/career/payandbenefits/pages/sdip.aspx .
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PS2 Kevin Staples, left, covers Japan Maritime Self-DefenseForce Ensign Hideki Shinzou as he advances to the pilot house ofthe USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) during a compliant boardingexercise as part of Malabar 2014.
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Foreign Language Proficiency BonusSailors skilled in a foreignlanguage may be eli-
gible for a foreign language proficiency bonus of up to $500 permonth for demonstrated proficiency in a foreign language or amaximum $1,000 per month for more than one foreign language. Referto OPNAVINST 7220.7G and NAVADMIN 091/11, for specific eligibilitycriteria.
Medical and DentalThe TRICARE medical plan is one of the
benefits afforded active and reserve families. TRICARE is aregionally managed health care program. Contact a health carebenefits advisor at your nearest military treatment facility orNavy Reserve activity. For additional informa-tion see:www.tricare.mil .
Veterans Affairs Patient CareSailors who serve honorably earnsupport
of the Department of Veterans Affairs through-out their lives.To make it as easy as possible for the VA to provide that support,Sailors must ensure their medical records are turned in to theappropriate medical facility when separat-ing or retiring from theNavy. If a claim must be filed with the VA in the future, the VAmay need to make a connection between a medi-cal condition, and aSailors time in service and medical details. To do this, the VA hasto have access to former members medical records. Upon separating,Sailors must verify with their supporting medical treatmentfacility that their medical records have been properly recordedwith the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery.
Navy Exchange/Commissary The Navy Exchange Service Command
(NEXCOM) is headquarters for the worldwide NEXCOM Enterprise.Its mission is to provide authorized customers with quality goodsand services at a savings and to support Navy qual-ity of lifeprograms.
NEXCOM oversees six primary business programs: Navy Exchange(NEX) retail stores, Navy Lodge Program, Ship Stores Program,Uniform Program Management Office, Navy Clothing and TextileResearch Facility and the Telecommunications Program Office.
NEXs, found on Navy installations world-wide, offer a widevariety of products and services to authorized customers. Onaverage, customers save more than 20 percent, not including salestax, when shopping at a NEX. Seventy percent of its profits aregiven to Mo-rale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) for Navy quality oflife programs.
NEXCOM launched its new web store, myNavyExchange.com, whichfeatures many upgrades including lower price on standard shippingat $4.95, one-time authentication, mobile shopping via smartphoneand tablet, the ability to purchase NEX gift cards andship-to-store capabilities in select locations. For moreinformation visit the Navy Exchange Web site at:
https://www.mynavyexchange.com/ .
The Defense Commissary Agency operates a worldwide chain ofgrocery stores serving military personnel, retirees and theirfamilies in a safe and secure shopping environment. Shoppers savean average of more than 30 percent on their purchases which isworth about $4,500 in annual savings for a family of four. For moreinformation visit the Commis-sary Web site at:
www.commissaries.com .
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Pregnancy Policy Known as the postpartum
operational deferment, the June 2007 revision of the NavyPreg-nancy and Parenthood Instruction (OPNAVINST 6000.1C),authorized an extension of current opera-tional deferment from fourto 12 months for new mothers. The increased operational defermentpolicy allows more time for families to arrange long-term childcare and supports servicewomen who continue breastfeeding theirinfant(s) upon return to duty which aligns with DoD policy, ensuresthe physical and emotional well-being of servicewomen and theirfamilies, reduces absence from work due to illness, and improvesopera-tional readiness. For more, see the Womens Policy Web siteat: www.npc.navy.mil/AboutUs/BUPERS/
WomensPolicy/ .
Adoption LeaveNavy families are authorized
up to 21 days of non-chargeable administrative leave for parentswho adopt children in a DoD-qual-ified adoption. After placement ofthe infant/child one parent shall be exempt from duty away from thehome station for four months. Details are covered in the NavyPregnancy and Parenthood Instruction (OPNAVINST 6000.1C) Section202 and the Adoption Leave MILPERSMAN 1050-420.
Paternity LeaveMarried members of the Navy
on active duty are able to take up to 10 days of administrativeleave when their spouse gives birth to a child. The leave must beused within 365 days of the birth of the child. For moreinformation, see NAVADMIN 341/08.
Career Intermission ProgramCareer Intermission Program
(CIP) provides up to 20 active duty officers and 20 active dutyenlisted Sailors an opportunity to pursue personal and professionalgoals by transitioning into the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) forup to three years. This program is designed to meet some of thelife/work chal-lenges Sailors may face during their Navy careerincluding; completing educational goals, starting a family ortaking care of family members, or to achieve personal goals(such
as hiking the Appalachian Trail or doing humanitarian aid workin a foreign country).
While in the IRR, CIP members are entitled to a one-timeperma-nent change of station (PCS) move to a CONUS location ofchoice, full active duty TRICARE benefits, commissary and exchangeprivi-leges, and a small stipend of 1/15th of basic pay. Membersreturn to active duty with a two-for-one ser-vice obligation fortime spent in the IRR. While in the IRR, participants
are not considered for promo-tion. Upon returning to activeduty, members will have their date of rank/active duty service datead-justed to remain competitive with those with similar time ingrade.
Refer to OPNAVINST 1330.2 (series) for detailed rules,eligibility requirements, and CIP application procedures.
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Seaman Apprentice Crystal Abbott, assigned to the USS Kidd (DDG100), hugs her nephew as they are reunited during a homecomingceremony.
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Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, left,and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Mike Stevenshold a live worldwide Navy all-hands call. The two talked to andanswered questions from a studio audience and Sailors in the fleet.Photo by MC1 Jessica Bidwell
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Nav y s 21st Centur y Sailor Of f ice (OPNAV N17) provides ourSailor s and famil ies with a suppor t net work of programs,resources, training , and ski l ls to overcome adver sit y and thrive. These programs work together to promote resi l ience in al lser vice member s, their famil ies , and units . This collaboration and synerg y across the spectrum of wellness ma ximizes tot alforce f itness and suppor ts mission readiness .
Physical Readiness ProgramThe mission of the Physical ReadinessProgram (OPNAV N170B) is to establish policy and
requirements to ensure both active and reserve component Sailorsmaintain a level of physical fitness to support overall missionreadiness. Maintaining a prescribed level of physical fitnessensures personal and unit readiness to deploy worldwide, wheneverand wherever needed. The Navy promotes a holistic approach tooverall wellness that includes exercise, nutrition, weight control,tobacco cessation, prevention of alcohol abuse, and health andwellness education.
For more information and to view the instruction and operatingguides, visit the Physical Readiness Program at:www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/physical/Pages/default2.aspx.
Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)The first component of the PFAis the
medical screening. All Sailors are required to be medicallycleared prior to participating in the Physical Readiness Test (PRT)portion of the PFA. The second component is the body com-positionassessment. The PRT is the third com-ponent of the PFA. The PFA isconducted twice per year. Cycle 1 of the PFA is active from Jan. 1to June 30 and cycle 2 is active from July 1 to Dec. 31. All activeand reserve personnel must complete the PFA within these timeframes.
The PRT provides commanding officers with an assessment of thegeneral fitness of mem-bers of their command and provides a meansto comply with DODI 1308.3 to develop and administer a physicalfitness test that evalu-ates muscular endurance andcardiorespiratory endurance. The PRT includes three events: thecurl-up, push-up, and 1.5 mile run/walk. Alter-natecardiorespiratory events may be conduct-ed with the commandingofficers approval.
For more information and to view the in-struction and operatingguides, visit the Physi-cal Readiness Program at:
www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/physical/Pages/default2.aspx.
Navy Nutrition ProgramThe Navy Nutrition Programs goal is tocre-
ate environments that make the healthy choice the easy choice,and to empower individuals to make informed choices. This isaccomplished by
acknowledging quality distinctions in food and that nutrition isa key element of resilience and overall well-being. Efforts focuson:
Increasing food literacy, the degree to which people understandfood and process information about food choices.
Changing the food environment to increase access to healthfulfood choices that are tasty and satisfying while simultaneouslydecreasing access to highly processed, unhealthful foods.
Establishing policy for sustainable changes including nutritioneducation, food purchasing practices, food preparation andcommunity involvement.
For more information, visit Navy Nutritionat:www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_
Century_Sailor/navynutrition/Pages/default2.aspx .
Physical Readiness Information Management System (PRIMS)
PRIMS is the Navys application that tracks every Sailors (activeand reserve) Physical Fit-ness Assessment (PFA) data per OPNAVINST6110.1J, Physical Readiness Program. Per this instruction, thecommand is required to ensure every Sailor has a PFA record foreach cycle, and it is the Sailors responsibility to review andverify accuracy of PFA data in PRIMS within 60 days of the PFAcycle.
In addition to tracking PFA information, Sailors should be awarethis data is used for promotion, transfer, and special dutypurposes. The Physical Readiness Program Office encour-ages Sailorsto review PRIMS records and ensure correct data entry. Pleasecontact the command fitness leader for any questions/concerns. Formore information, visit PRIMS at:
https://www.bol.navy.mil .
Hazing PreventionCreating a command climate that discourages
hazing is every Sailors responsibility. Hazing is contrary toour core values, adversely affects unit cohesion and degrades ourNavys readi-ness. Hazing can include verbal or psychologi-calactions designed to cause harm to another Sailor. The fulldefinition of hazing can be found in SECNAVINST 1610.2A Paragraph6, Section A. (doni.daps.dla.mil/Directives/01000 MilitaryPerson-nel Support/01-600 Performance and DisciplinePrograms/1610.2A.pdf )
Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention (NADAP)
The Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention (NADAP) Officesupports enhanced fleet, family and personal readiness through anaggressive alcohol abuse and drug use prevention program. It is acomprehensive, institutionalized, science-based prevention programconsisting of Sailor education, prevention awareness, advocacy,trend analysis/threat assessment and interven-tion. Relatedstrategic initiatives include:
Reducing the number of drug test positives and alcohol-relatedincidents.
Increasing prevention awareness.
Increasing Navy leadership awareness of prevention programs.
Substance abuse puts lives and missions at risk, undercuts unitreadiness and morale, and is inconsistent with Navy ethos and itscore values of honor, courage, and commitment. For that reason, itbenefits everyone to prevent substance abuse from occurring ratherthan dealing with its consequences. Prevention requiresresponsibility and accountability at all levels. Good leadershipand teamwork are the best defense against substance abuse andmisuse.
OPNAVINST 5350.4D governs the comprehen-sive alcohol and drugabuse prevention and control policy and procedures for all Navymilitary personnel and establishes regulations to enforce thatpolicy. For more information, visit the Navy Alcohol and Drug AbusePrevention at:
www.nadap.navy.mil .
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Drug Detection & Deterrence ProgramNavys policy on drugabuse is zero toler-
ance. Key elements in combating drug abuse are detection,deterrence and prevention. It is all dependent upon a vigorous andthorough uri-nalysis program. Frequent, random urinalysis is themost effective means to detect and deter drug abuse. Mainobjectives of the urinalysis program are to:
Establish a valid and reliable means for inspecting personnel toassess commands readiness to carry out its assigned mission.
Serve as a strong deterrent against drug abuse.
Provide statistical data and demographics on prevalence of drugabuse.
Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System(ADMITS)
ADMITS is the primary information management system for NADAPand collects data on alcohol-related incidents, screenings,treatment, drug-testing results, etc. ADMITS serves as a centralrepository to:
Document and report alcohol-related prevention education,command/self-referrals, incidents, screenings, and treatment.
Maintain a comprehensive database of all urinalysis (e.g.,testing, results, and command compliance).
Monitor all incidents of alcohol and drug abuse and misuse Navywide.
Alcohol Abuse Awareness & Prevention Program
Alcohol consumption is a personal decision, but must be donelawfully and responsibly. Irresponsible use of alcohol and alcoholabuse degrades personal readiness. Key elements of an effectiveprogram are education, good communication, and a command climate ofpersonal responsibility and accountability. The minimum age toconsume alcohol is 21 for all personnel.
Keep What Youve EarnedThe Keep What Youve Earned campaign
encourages responsible drinking among Sailors by celebrating theachievements in their Navy careers. Through recognition of theirhard work and dedication, Sailors are reminded of theiraccomplishmentsand how much they have to lose if they make poorchoices regarding alcohol.
Irresponsible drinking not only threatens a Sailors health andcareer, it threatens the Navys ability to be mission ready. Drinkresponsibly, every time:
Plan ahead for a safe ride home.
Dont try to keep up with others.
Know your limit, before you get there.
Campaign materials are available at www.nadap.navy.mil,including:
1. Posters and fact sheets available for order through NavyLogistics Library (NLL).
2. Social media messaging and leadership talking pointsfeaturing tips on how to drink responsibly.
3. Video public service announcements (PSAs) and digital marqueegraphics.
4. Training slides and an implementation guide for alcohol anddrug abuse prevention personnel.
A mobile application featuring a role-playing game coupled withreal life resources to help Sailors drink responsibly, including ablood alcohol content (BAC) calculator and local taxi cab search.Search for, pier pressure, in your app store to download.
Youve earned it dont waste it. Drink responsibly. Visit:
www.nadap.navy.mil .
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Prescription for DischargeDid you know that the Navys zerotolerance
policy for drug use includes the misuse and abuse ofprescription drugs? The Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse PreventionOffice developed the Prescription for Discharge campaign to educateSailors and their family members on the safe and proper use ofprescription drugs, and the health and career risks of misuse.Although prescription drugs are a legal, safe method of treatinginjury and illness when taken as prescribed by a physician,improper use is both illegal and dangerousand in some casesdeadly.
The campaign features four primary steps for the proper use ofprescription drugs:
1. Take correctly.
2. Report promptly.
3. Dispose properly.
4. Never share.
More information is available at www.nadap.navy.mil ,including:
Tips for Sailors on the risks and consequences of prescriptiondrug abuse and how to properly use and dispose of theirmedications.
Resources for Navy medical providers, Commanders and frontlineleaders to educate Sailors on what constitutes abuse and how toresponsibly use and dispose of prescription drugs.
Multimedia for Navy medical personnel, alcohol and drug controlofficers and drug alcohol program advisors to display on base in aneffort to prevent and reduce prescription drug abuse.
Drug Education for YouthDrug Education for Youth (DEFY)program
is designed to teach military youth ages 9-12, character,leadership, and confidence to engage in positive, healthylifestyles as drug-free
citizens and have the necessary skills to be successful in theirlives through coordinated community participation, commitment, andleadership. DEFY improves personal and family readiness byproviding a drug demand reduction and comprehensive life skillsprogram designed to improve youth resiliency and strength. Bystrengthening family fitness DEFY positively impacts unitreadiness.
DEFY is a yearlong program that begins with a five-dayresidential or eight-day non-residential leadership program (PhaseI) that is held during the summer. During Phase I, youth receiveeducation on valuable life skills such as substance abuseprevention, social skills, self-management skills, and fitness.Phase II is designed to reinforce the concepts and trainingreceived in Phase I. During the school year, mentors and staffprovide positive support during group mentoring sessions andinteractive workshops. For more information visit:
www.npc.navy.mil/support/21st_century_sailor/nadap/defy .
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Sailors assigned to Naval Medical Center San Diego hold signsencouraging other Sailors to not drink and drive. The Same Day, NoWay and Keep What Youve Earned rally was sponsored by the drug andalcohol programs advisor at the medical center to encourage thoseleaving base to make safe decisions.
Photo by MC3 Pyoung K. YiConstitution Sailors instruct nearly300 chief petty officer (CPO) selectees on 19th century sailingtechniques.Photo by Seaman Matthew Fairchild
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Sexual Harassment Prevention and Equal Opportunity Office
Reinforcing a climate that encourages mutual dignity and respectis every Sailors responsibility. Acceptance of discrimination andharassing behavior is contrary to our core values of honor, courageand commitment. Additionally, these behaviors adversely affect goodorder and discipline, unit cohesion, and prevent our Navy fromattaining the high-est level of operational readiness. It is theDepartment of Defenses and Department of the Navys policy toprohibit unlawful dis-crimination against persons or groups basedon race, color, national origin, sex or religion, and to prohibitsexual harassment. Sailors are entitled to a work environment freefrom personal, social, or institutional barriers that prevent themfrom rising to the highest level of responsibility possible.OPNAVINST 5354.1F CH-1, Navy Equal Opportunity Policy, providesadditional program guidance. Commands can find information on equalopportunity initia-tives and resourcesat:www.public.navy.mil/BUPERS-NPC/SUPPORT/21ST_
CENTURY_SAILOR/EQUAL_OPPORTUNITY/Pages/default.aspx .
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR)
Sexual assault is contrary to the Navy core values of honor,courage and commitment. It adversely affects our safety and missionreadi-ness by destroying trust between shipmates and degrades ourability to operate as a team. The Navy is committed to encouraginga culture of gender respect where sexual assault is com-pletelyeliminated and never tolerated.
Prevention requires proactive leaders from all levels, steppingin and educating all our Sail-ors to be active bystanders,intervening during all questionable behavior or situations.
The Navy has an unwavering commitment to the end state of thefive SAPR lines of effort:
Prevention-Deliver consistent and effective prevention methodsand programs.
Investigation-Achieve high competence in the investigation ofsexual assault.
Accountability-Achieve high competence in holding offendersappropriately accountable.
Advocacy/Victim Assistance-Deliver consistent and effectivevictim support, response and reporting options.
Assessment-Effectively standardize, measure, analyze, assess,and report program progress.
Our action today will support the tide of change to rid alldestructive behavior from the Navy. The Navy has a world classresponse system available to all Sailors and their families 24/7.For more information refer to OPNAVINST 1752.1B or:
www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/sapr/Pages/default2.aspx.
Transition Goals, Plans, Success (TGPS)
TGPS is required for all active and reserve Sailors separatingfrom the Navy after serving 180 or more days of active duty. TGPSfocuses on providing service members with a targeted set ofvalue-added, individually-tailored training and services in orderto equip them with the skills they need to successfully pursuetheir post-military service goals. TGPS has four key componentsthat significantly improve transition support:
Mandatory pre-separation assessment and individualcounseling.
Mandatory 5-day TGPS core curriculum.
Additional 2-day career-specific tracks.
Mandatory capstone, which is required to be completed no laterthan 90 days prior to separation.
As part of pre-separation counseling, Sailors receiveinformation on developing an individual transition plan (ITP). TheITP is a Sailors personal blueprint identifying goals andmilestones to accomplish prior to separation in order to betterprepare for a second career. The ITP is a living, working documentand is the core of the transition process.
Additional information to assist Sailors with their transitionpreparations is located at the following websites:
O*NET Interest Profiler at:www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip .
Kuder Journey at:www.kuder.com/product/kuder-career-
planning-system/ .
Translate military skills at:www.online.onetcenter.org/crosswalk.
Compare civilian credentials to enlisted rating, using Navy COOLat:
https://www.cool.navy.mil .
Register for Veterans Affairs (VA) eBenefits at:
https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits-portal .
Verify military experience and training athttps://www.dmdc.osd.mil/tgps .
Transition Assistance Program Information at:www.public.navy.mil/BUPERS-NPC/CAREER/
TRANSITION/Pages/TAP.aspx .
Review the benefits of reserve affiliation at:www.navyreserve.com & www.npc.navy.mil/
career/transition .
Family Advocacy Program (FAP) The Family Advocacy Program (FAP)is a
command directed program which leverages a community coordinatedresponse to child and domestic abuse. FAP provides clinicalassessment, treatment and services for service members and theirfamilies involved in incidents of child abuse and domestic abuse.The primary goals of FAP are prevention, victim safety and support,rehabilitative interventions, command and offender accountability,and providing a consistent and appropriate response. Commandingofficers shall report all cases of domestic violence and childabuse to law enforcement and take administrative and judicialaction, as appropriate.
Services Include:
Prevention, identification, reporting, evaluation, interventionand follow-up to allegations of child abuse/neglect and domesticabuse involving active duty personnel, their intimate partners andfamily members.
Providing services through domestic abuse victim advocates whoprovide confidential information, safety planning and otherassistance to victims.
Training military personnel in recognizing and reportingdomestic abuse, and providing specialized training to commandersregarding their responsibilities in intervention.
Conducting prevention activities, including training inparenting skills, anger and stress management; and counseling tocouples and parents in coordination with other DoD programs.
Preparing treatment recommendations for the service member andcommand, and providing support to victims and appropriate treatmentto alleged abusers.
Conducting a standardized, multi-disciplinary process to verifythat reports meet the criteria for entry into a Navy CentralRegistry.
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Sailors, Marines and civilian workers walk during a SilentWitness March at Naval Station Great Lakes to bring domesticviolence awareness to the Great Lakes Community.Photo by Scott A.Thornbloom
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Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
The EFMP ensures that Navy families with exceptional familymembers are assigned only to those areas overseas and at CONUSlocations where their specialized medical and educational needs canbe met. Special needs include any special medical, dental, mentalhealth, developmental or educational requirement, wheelchairaccessibility, adaptive equipment or assistive technology devicesand services.
The EFMP is defined as a program that is comprised of threeelements:
Identification and Enrollment.
Assignment Coordination.
Family Support.
For more information, visit the EFMP Quick Reference Guide at:www.npc.navy.mil .
Navy Personal Financial Management (PFM)
Through information and referral, education, training, andfinancial counseling the Navys Personal Financial Management (PFM)pro-gram adresses the financial education needs of Sailors andtheir families and the Navys need to keep personnel focused onmission readi-ness. The program emphasizes a proactive, careerlifecycle approach to learning sound financial principles andestablishing habits for achieving financial goals. The Fleet andFamily Support Center PFM staff of accredited financial counselorsprovides individualized assistance to Sailors and families, as wellas Command Financial Specialist training, qualifi-cation, andmentoring of military supervisors who coordinate and manage the PFMprogram at the command level. Policy is provided by FamilyReadiness (OPNAV N170C). OPNAVINST 1740.5B, U.S. Navy PersonalFinancial Man-agement Education, Training and Counseling Program,provides program guidance.
Additional PFM program information is available at the followingwebsite:
www.cnic.navy.mil/ffr/family_readiness/fleet_and_family_support_program.html.
OPNAVINST 1740.5B is available at:doni.documentservices.dla.mil/OPNAV.aspx .
Command Sponsor and Indoctrination Programs
Command Sponsor and Indoctrination Programs are designed tofacilitate the adaptation of Sailors and family members into a newworking and living environment, to minimize the anxiety associatedwith any permanent change of station move, and to provide Sailorsand their families the greatest opportunity for a successful andproductive tour of duty. Policy support is provided by the FamilySupport Office (OPNAV N170C).
References:
Military Family Readiness, DoDI 1342.22
Command Sponsor and Indoctrination Program, OPNAVINST1740.3C
Additional Sponsor and Indoctrination Programs information canbe found at the following websites:
www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/sponsorshipandindoc/Pages/default.aspx.
https://www.cnic.navy.mil/ffr/family_readiness/fleet_and_family_support_program/relocation_assistance.html .
https://apps.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=ESAT:WELCOMEP:0 .
Family Care Plan (FCP)Service members are responsible for
ensuring family members/dependents are cared for duringdeployments, reserve mobilizations and temporary duty, as well asat all other times during which the service member is unavailable.The FCP policy applies to Navy personnel, active and reserve.Emergency essential civilian and contractor personnel meeting thesame parental status as active duty and reserve personnel areencouraged to develop a FCP. A FCP is required under the followingconditions:
A service member with primary or shared physical custody of aminor child and who is not married to the other natural or adoptiveparent of the child.
Both members of a married dual military couple where one or bothhave primary or shared physical custody of a minor child.
Service members who are legally responsible for an adult familymember who is incapable of providing for themselves in the absenceof the service member.
Certain family circ*mstances or other personal status changesresulting in a service member becoming legally and primarilyresponsible for the care of another person.
Sailors must submit a new or updated FCP upon reporting to a newduty station, and when there is a change in caregivercirc*mstances, or a change in personal or family circ*mstances(birth or adoption of a child, assumption of sole care for anelderly or disabled family member, etc.). Fleet policy support isprovided by Family Readiness (OPNAV N170C).
References:
Family Care Plan PDF, DODINST 1342.19
U.S. Navy Family Care Policy PDF, OPNAVINST 1740.4D
DON Family Care Plan Certificate NAVPERS 1740/6
Family Care Plan Arrangements NAVPERS 1740/7
Additional Family Care Plan information can be found at thefollowing websites:
www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/readiness/Pages/FamilyCarePlan.aspx.
www.militaryonesource.mil/cyt/leaders?Content_id=267479 .
Suicide Prevention ProgramSuicide prevention in the Navy is anall-hands effort, all of the
time. It begins with everyday actions that build meaningful peercon-nections and encourage open communication, enabling shipmates,leaders and families to recognize the signs of stress early and ACT(Ask Care Treat) when they think someone is having difficultynavi-gating lifes challenges.
The Navy Suicide Prevention Program aims to equip Sailors,com-mands and families with resources to preserve mission readinessand support psychological health. Emphasis is placed on proactivemeasures to mitigate stress, reduce barriers to seeking help andencourage bystander intervention.
OPNAVINST 1720.4A outlines policies and procedures forcom-mand-level Suicide Prevention Programs. Policies and proceduresfocus on supporting efforts to strengthen protective factors,rec-ognize and mitigate risk factors, and respond in the event of acrisis. Commanding officers must appoint a suicide preventioncoordinator who is responsible for ensuring that their commandmaintains a robust suicide prevention program. Key elements oflocal command programs include training, intervention, response andreporting.
For more information, refer to OPNAVINST 1720.4A and visit:www.suicide.navy.mil .
Operational Stress Control (OSC) ProgramEveryday military lifecan be extraordinarily stressful. Stressors
at work, at home, or at sea can trigger reactions that harm bothour personal health and unit readiness. OSC is about preventingthese stress injuries and building resilience -- our capacity towithstand, recover, grow, and adapt in the face of stressors andchanging demands. Resilience is more than the ability to bounceback from a stressful situation; it also means being prepared toperform better when faced with new challenges.
Since 2008, the OSC program has made significant strides inadvancing an understanding of operational stress and increasingawareness of resources available to Sailors, families, andcommands. OSC has teamed with researchers, medical professionals,and deckplate leaders to develop practical stress navigation toolsand deliver awareness training for Sailors at career milestones.Additionally, NAVADMIN 262/13 mandates OSC skills training for acommands senior and deckplate leaders within six months ofdeployment.
For more program information, visit:www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/osc/
Pages/default.aspx ; To find practical stress navigation tips,visit:
www.navynavstress.com .(Source: 21st Century Sailor Office )
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Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), a servicewideinitiative designed to interface closely with the detailing processto ensure family members receive the care they require and servicemembers can fulfill their career requirements and goals. Photo byMC1 Bruce Cummins
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Navy Wounded Warrior (NWW)-Safe Harbor is the Navys sole woundedwarrior support program.
It provides seriously wounded, ill and injured Sailors and CoastGuardsmen, as well as their families, with the highest qualitynon-medical care, allowing them to heal without distractions. NWWtailors assistance to each enrolled service members individualrecovery, rehabilitation and reintegration needs. NWW staff isbased at all major naval medical centers, as well as some VApolytrauma facilities, throughout the country. Support includesassistance with pay and personnel issues; coordination of bedsidetravel; connecting wounded warriors and their families withemployment resources; providing adaptive athletic opportunities;and much more. Call 1-855-NAVY WWP (628-9997) or visitsafeharbor.navylive.dodlive.mil to learn more.
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History demonstrates the Navy is at its best when we are forwarddeployed and ready to respond where it matters, when it matters.Fleet Readiness starts with quality training. As the trainingleader for the worlds greatest maritime force, the Naval Educationand Training Command (NETC) consistently produces warfighterspossessing relevant and effective skills that enable them tosucceed in all assigned missions. More than 5,000 courses ofinstruction are provided at training commands and units around theworld. Todays battle space includes land, sea, air andcyberspace.
It is in this dynamic, constantly changing arena that the Navyworks to preserve freedom, deter aggression, and providehumanitarian relief when needed.
Naval Education and Training Commands mission
is to provide individual skills training, leadership developmentprograms, and other associated skills to Sailors, as well asselected Marines, Soldiers, Airmen, Coast Guardsmen, andinternational students from more than 150 nations.
The scope of NETCs mission includes maintaining
an aggressive training schedule to support current Navaloperations, while looking toward future fleet requirements. NETC iscomprised of more than 12,000 military and civilian staff at morethan 230 subordinate activities and detachments in the UnitedStates and at remote sites overseas. This team of military andcivilian professionals provides individual training to more than31,000 students on any given day about 14 percent of the Navy.
NETC works with the fleet to take a human
performance approach to analyzing and solving performance gaps.Sailors knowledge, skills and abilities required to be success
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