scope:

This publication provides ashore petroleum management policy, guidance and direction. For detailed information and guidance, appropriate references are noted and should be consulted. This manual is applicable to and has been structured to cover all major facets of retail and wholesale petroleum management ashore within the U.S. Navy. CINCLANTFLT/ CINCPACFLTINST 4026.1 (Fuel Management Afloat Manual) is the comparable manual for fuel management afloat. Acronyms and references used throughout this manual are listed in Appendices 1 and 2, respectively.

PURPOSE. This publication provides petroleum managers and operators with the necessary guidelines, general knowledge and references to operate and maintain petroleum facilities. It also is intended to be a guide for trainees and new personnel that provides an overall understanding of petroleum receipt, storage, issue, and maintenance procedures.