PCC / PCI
What does PCC stand for?
Pre-Combat Checks.
What does CC stand for?
Convoy Commander
What type of vehicle is the M915A5?
A military tractor truck used primarily for hauling semitrailers.
What document authorizes/controls the use of an Army vehicle?
The vehicle dispatch.
What is one major factor affecting stopping distance?
Speed
What does PCI stand for?
Pre-Combat Inspection.
What does ACC stand for?
assistant convoy commander
What is the purpose of the fifth wheel?
It connects and supports the semitrailer and transfers trailer forces to the tractor.
What form is commonly associated with recording operator qualifications?
DA Form 348.
Why is vehicle spacing important?
It provides reaction time and reduces the chance of collisions.
Name three things you should check during an M915A5 PCC/PCI.
Examples: tires, lights, leaks/fluids, brakes, steering, fifth wheel, safety equipment, communications.
What five questions should a convoy mission statement answer?
Who, what, where, when, and why.
Name four areas to inspect before movement on an M915A5.
Examples: tires, lights, fluid leaks, engine compartment, fifth wheel, connections, brakes, steering, and safety equipment.
What should a driver verify before accepting a dispatch?
Correct vehicle, dispatch information, operator authorization/qualification, required paperwork, and vehicle status.
Name three hazards that can affect convoy operations.
Weather, traffic, road conditions, fatigue, mechanical problems, terrain, or poor visibility.
Why are PCCs and PCIs conducted before movement?
To identify deficiencies before the mission and ensure personnel, vehicles, and equipment are ready.
Name four things drivers should know before departing the SP.
Route, control measures, communications, speed/spacing guidance, hazards, emergency procedures, and destination.
Why is tire condition critical during convoy operations?
A tire failure can cause loss of control, an accident, equipment damage, or mission delays.
Why is accurate vehicle documentation important?
It supports accountability, tracks vehicle condition and maintenance issues, and verifies authorization/qualification.
What should a driver do when visibility becomes unsafe?
Reduce speed, increase following distance, and notify convoy leadership as appropriate.
What should happen when a safety-critical deficiency is found before departure?
Report it and follow unit/maintenance procedures; do not operate until the vehicle is determined safe.
What is the purpose of a convoy brief?
To ensure everyone understands the mission, responsibilities, route, control measures, communications, safety, and contingencies.
Where should you find the authoritative M915A5 operating and maintenance procedures?
The applicable current technical manual and unit-approved references.
What should you do if required paperwork or authorization is missing before movement?
Stop and resolve the deficiency through the appropriate chain/unit procedure before operating.
What are the driver's priorities during a vehicle malfunction?
Maintain control, protect personnel, get to a safe location if possible, notify leadership, and follow recovery/maintenance procedures.