The Ship's Non-tactical Automated Data Processing Program (SNAP) system is used to process and track maintenance actions for your ship. SNAP is a computer-based system that includes the previously mentioned MDS forms in its data banks. Instead of filling out a hard copy form, you can access the SNAP computer and do the same thing on a computer screen. Consult your chain of command to find out what version of computer software your ship uses and what training is available to you.

Ql.      What is a configuration change?

Q2.     What manual discusses the MDS in detail?

Q3.     What is the primary MDS form?

Q4. What basic information is contained in a maintenance requirement card?

THE TECHNICAL LIBRARY

To do your job properly, you must know how to use technical manuals effectively and efficiently. In addition to the technical manuals for your equipment, dozens of other technical manuals are available to help you do your job. Many of these technical manuals are now produced on compact discs (CDs) as well as in hard copy (printed) format. Some of these manuals are even accessible on the Internet. Check with your supply department and chain of command to see what format is available for your ship.

This section briefly describes some of the various manuals and publications that you should expect to find in your ship's technical library.

PUBLICATION APPLICABILITY LISTING

The Publication Applicability Listing (PAL) (a publication that is unique to each ship) lists technical manuals, operating instruction charts, performance standards sheets, maintenance standards books, and technical manual changes for operating and maintaining onboard systems and equipment under the technical cognizance of the Commander, Naval Sea Systems Command (COMNAVSEASYSCOM).

The PAL is produced from the Ships' Technical Publications System, NAVSEASYSCOM's technical manual information system, and is maintained by the Naval Ship's Data Support System (NSDSS), Port Hueneme, California. Although the PAL provides assistance in determining the publication needs of a ship or shore station, it does not specify required publications.

Figure 2-8.-Planned Maintenance System Feedback Report (OPNAV 4790/7B).

Figure 2-9.-Instructions for completing OPNAV 4790nB.

The PAL consists of four separately bound volumes, each having two parts. Volume 1 lists only general and ship-applicable publications that do not relate to equipment or systems. It does not include any of the publications that appear in volumes 2, 3, and 4.

Volume 1-General Publications

Part 1-Electronics, Hull, Maintenance & Electrical (HM&E), and Miscellaneous

Part 2-Weapons

Volume 2-Electronics

Part 1-Equipment sequence Part 2-Publication sequence

Volume 3-HM&E

Part 1-Equipment sequence Part 2-Publication sequence

Volume 4-Weapons

Part 1-Equipment sequence Part 2-Publication sequence