scope:

This instruction incorporates the requirements of references (a) and (b) and is applicable to all ships and shore station equipment under the cognizance of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).

a. It does not apply to systems and equipment under the cognizance of Nuclear Power Directorate (NAVSEA 08), Director of Strategic Systems Program (DIRSSP) and aeronautical support equipment covered in the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP). Ships, service craft and small boats manned by civilian crews are also exempted from this instruction unless approved by the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) as specified in reference (a).

b. In addition to the change in appearance of this maintenance manual, there are significant changes in content to comply with OPNAV policy, references (c) and (d) concerning shipboard maintenance.

c. Common support equipment used by both ship's force and naval aviation units shall have Planned Maintenance System support in accordance with this instruction.

d. Management of shipboard PMS and corrective maintenance is the responsibility of the Commanding Officer. It is imperative that Commanding Officers maintain a comprehensive program within their command to monitor the health of their maintenance system. To this end, an aggressive sport check/self assessment/evaluation program is vital to ensure quality maintenance is being performed. The number of spot checks required each week will vary between units and will be determined by the command's 3-M Manager. Periodic self-assessments/evaluations should be conducted by each Commanding Officer to determine the exact state of their programs.

To issue a revised Ship's Maintenance and Material Management (3-M) Manual which incorporates new and updated maintenance management policy. This instruction is a complete revision and should be reviewed in its entirety.