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Purpose of This Order. This order specifies the procedures and policies necessary to implement and sustain uniform national Technical Operations Training and Personnel Certification Programs. Agency-sponsored training assigned to the employee must be restricted to the development of specialized skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary for the performance of his/her official duties. The guidance provided herein is in accordance with FAA Order 3000.22, Air Traffic Service Training. These functions were previously contained in three separate documents: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Order 3000.10, Airway Facilities Technical Training Program, FAA Order 3400.3H, Airway Facilities Maintenance Personnel Certification Program, and Notice 3400.40, Use of Certification Tracking System (CTS) With Inactive Certification Status. They have been combined in this document to simplify the administration of the policy.