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A thorough vehicle dispatch process is necessary as part of a quality maintenance program, to ensure equipment is operationally ready before being dispatched and to establish an audit trail on operators and equipment. Every leader should follow and check the dispatch procedures. The dispatch process is evaluated by getting answers what questions?
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Is the dispatcher appointed on orders per DA Pam 738–750?
Is an operator assigned to each vehicle and piece of equipment?
Is the equipment mission capable in accordance with the appropriate TM –10 series manuals?
Is a service or AOAP sample due on the equipment?
Does the dispatcher inspect the operator’s OF 346? ULLS performs the above checks automatically.
Is the equipment suitable for the mission for whom it is dispatched?