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Category: Logistics/Maint Management

Publications: Are Paper TMs Still Available?
February 15, 2022 — We have multiple vehicles without a -10 TM available for the operators to perform PMCS. That means that a lot of equipment gets dispatched without maintenance or the knowledge of how to properly operate them. Is there any way to reorder paper TMs to replace the ones that are missing? ... MORE

PS Offers Retro PM & Safety Posters
February 1, 2022 — The PS website recently started offering 11-in by 17-in retro posters that unit maintenance and supply leaders can print and hang in motor pool offices, maintenance bays, supply rooms and other common areas where Warfighters congregate... MORE

Logistics & Maintenance Management: 2021 Year-In-Review
January 26, 2022 — From January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021, the Logistics/Maintenance Management section of the PS Magazine website welcomed 6,667 visitors who viewed 9,385 articles. As a part of the PS Magazine year-in-review, we took a look back at the most popular articles... MORE

Packaging: New COSIS Video from PSCC
December 17, 2021 — Army Sustainment Command’s Packaging, Storage, and Containerization Center (PSCC) has released the latest video in their Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) series, Module 6: Care & Remediation of Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive (ESDS) Items. Learn where to view it... MORE

Log Mgmt: AR 750-1 Is Authority for Correct MEL Calculation
December 13, 2021 — Over the last several years, the guidance on calculating Maintenance Expenditure Limits (MELs) has been unclear. Here’s the bottom line: The governing guidance for MEL computations is AR 750-1. And here's the correct calculation... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: NSNs for Motor Pool Safety Items
October 20, 2021 — Keep these NSNs handy for safety items used in the motor pool... MORE

FedMall—Oct 12 Deadline to Keep Accounts Active
October 7, 2021 — There’s an Oct 12 deadline to ensure folks keep their FedMall accounts active. The FedMall website will be moving to a new platform and DLA needs to ensure users’ log-on info is up-to-date and activated before this migration... MORE

Logistics Management: AMPS Is the Gateway to DLA
September 24, 2021 — The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Account Management and Provisioning System (AMPS) allows requests for access to DLA business applications. After the request is submitted, AMPS allows users to track the request and receive a notification when access is granted. Read how to access AMPS and what it offers users... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: Ground Guiding is Serious Business
September 20, 2021 — Army equipment is often large and awkward to move. Safely maneuvering large equipment, especially in tight spaces, requires properly trained and positioned ground guides. Learn more here... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: Leaders Teach & Train PMCS
September 20, 2021 — Listen up! The next time a vehicle goes into the shop with an apparent low tire psi, ask the operator if they have a tire gauge. Then ask them how to check the tire’s psi. You might be surprised to find out what they don't know, or are just embarrassed to ask. Rather than get angry or shrug your shoulders, such a confession is the perfect opportunity to teach and train. ... MORE

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