When discussing suspended body weight training Which of the following is the most accurate statement?

Serves as the installation specialist for all training ammunition authorizations for conventional ammunition, missiles and pyrotechnics for organizational units assigned to the installation. Serves as the central point of contact for actions accomplished by use of the automated Training Ammunition Information System (TAMIS).

MAJOR DUTIES:

1. Develops and validates future installation training ammunition requirements based primarily on historical usage. Presents the projected usage at MACOM conferences. When annual installation authorizations are received, sub-authorizes training ammunition to installation units on a pro-rata system. Prepares impact statements from information submitted by the unit if critical ammunition needs will not be met by the authorizations received.

Reviews units; forecasts to verify they do not exceed their authorizations. Maintains awareness of ammunition allocated by the committee for ammunition logistics support (CALS) to ensure forecasts for these items are timely and accurate. Submits verified forecasts to the ammunition supply point for requisitioning of the ammunition.

Develops and implements a local system to monitor and control ammunition usage at the installation to ensure MACOM usage standards are met or exceeded. Approves requests for issuance of training ammunition. Computes availability of ammunition to attempt to support unforecasted requirements. Cross-levels (adjusts) authorizations among units. Suggests substitutions of ammunition due to nonavailability or if items are suspended form use. Submits requests through TAMIS to unit's parent MACOM for increase in authorization so when critical needs cannot be met locally. Reviews ammunition turn in documents to account for all issuances. Authorizes the return of excess authorizations to the MACOM.

Plans, coordinates, develops and implements installation policies and procedures for management and accountability of training ammunition. Publishes written policies and procedures. Monitors compliance with established policies and procedures. Develops and conducts periodic workshops to training unit personnel in TAMIS. Responds to a variety of questions and queries as to utilization and usage of ammunition including questions from MACOMs through TAMIS. Provides assistance through periodic meetings which include discussions on ammunition issues with information from the MACOMs being distributed and discussed.

Inputs usage data through TAMIS to MACOM.

(Approx. 55%)

2. Coordinates ammunition basic load (ABL) actions and distributes information to responsible units and activities. Reviews ABL authorizations and authorization recap listings for accuracy of computations. The date of review is recorded as approved and initiated by the reviewer. Conducts an annual review of the installation ABL files to ensure repositioned requests for issue (DA Form 581) are on file and ABL is on hand or on requisition. Prepares annual ammunition reports and coordinates forecasting among various MACOMs. When applicable, sets milestones for completion of correction actions is submitted with the results of the annual review. Conducts ammunition program training, assessments, and assistance visits to development and sustainment of installation and unit ammunition programs. Briefs ammunition topics at forums such as S3 Conferences, annual ammunition reviews, etc.

(Approx. 25%)

3. Performs typing work using word processing equipment. Uses database of spreadsheet software to record, revise, correct, merge, print and program material. Reviews repetitively typed material and as appropriate develops document formats. Files and deletes keyboard material from the system as necessary. Typing examples include: correspondence, letters, reports, memoranda, tabulated data, charts, rosters, form letters and forms.

(Approx. 20%)

Performs other duties as assigned.

FACTOR EVALUATION:

FACTOR 1. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION. LEVEL 1-6, 950 POINTS

Knowledge of the training ammunition management system to meet the cyclical requirements, prepare annual ammunition requirements submission, subauthorize authorization to units and report expenditures.

Knowledge of the installation's training objectives to assure all units have submitted essential cyclical documents.

Knowledge of DODICs, ammunition item compatibility and substitutability to review reports and assist units with shortfalls and suspensions.

Ability to validate and adjust the unit?s annual requirement submission based on historical usage and weapon density. Ability to sub-authorize ammunition items based on proration or requirements submitted.

Ability to use the automated training information system and to serve as the point of contact for all actions accomplished by use of the automated system.

Ability to operate word processing equipment.

FACTOR 2. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS. LEVEL 2-3, 275 POINTS

Works under the supervision of the Chief, Range Operations Branch, who defines the objectives of the continuing assignments. Incumbent plans and carries out recurring assignments independently to meet time frames established by higher headquarters. The supervisor is kept informed of major trends and decisions but requirements determinations and sub-authorizations are made without supervisory review. MACOM level guidance is available through the TRAMIS systems for assistance in resolving problems with shortages, suspensions and system errors.

FACTOR 3. GUIDELINES. LEVEL 3-4, 450 POINTS

Regulations are available which provide broad objectives for the training ammunition management program. Guidance for determining ammunition requirements can be found in historical records, programs of instruction, standards in training commission (STRAC). The incumbent must use considerable judgement and interpretation in applying these guidelines to the local units' requirements. Procedural or specific guides for the local program are developed by the incumbent.

FACTOR 4. COMPLEXITY. LEVEL 4-3, 150 POINTS

For each of the TAMIS cycle events (projected requirements, sub-authorizations, forecasts, turn ins, etc.) validates that the unit?s submission is realistic and consistent with prior years. Coordinates with units to make adjustments necessary for student load, training priorities, weapon density changes, suspension of ammunition items, etc. Considers ammunition requirements outlined in the POI or STRAC. Prepares narrative justification, explains and defends the projected requirements at MACOM conferences. Monitors usage and inventory at the ammunition supply point through analysis of reports (i.e., worldwide ammunition reporting system) and approves all issuances of ammunition. Review items, especially substitutions for compatibility with the weapon, range limitations, purpose of training and that the items are compatible with other ammunition requested (e.g., fuse, projectile and propellant.

FACTOR 5. SCOPE AND EFFECT. LEVEL 5-3, 150 POINTS

Work efforts contribute significantly to the accomplishment of military training of supported organizations and to the cost effective use of ammunition resources. Work also is essential to the meeting of cyclical deadlines for submission of requirements and forecasts which are part of the army wide programming, to include manufacturing and supply systems for ammunition resources.

FACTOR 6. PERSONAL CONTACTS. LEVEL 6-2, 25 POINTS

Contacts are with unit training personnel and commanders, personnel at the ammunition supply point, and related organizations. There are periodical contacts with MACOMs.

FACTOR 7. PURPOSE OF CONTACTS. LEVEL 7-2, 50 POINTS

The purpose of the contacts is to monitor the supply system and training program in order to anticipate and resolve shortages or excess storage problems, validate unit submissions and anticipate mission and weapon density changes. The incumbent explains the installation's projected requirements at MACOM conferences.

FACTOR 8. PHYSICAL DEMANDS. LEVEL 8-1, 5 POINTS

The work is sedentary. Typically the incumbent sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, driving a vehicle, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

FACTOR 9. WORK ENVIRONMENT. LEVEL 9-1, 5 POINTS

The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, commercial vehicles, etc. The work area is well lighted, heated and ventilated.

TOTAL POINTS: 2065
POINTS RANGE: (1855 - 2100) = GS-09

 

1. Availability Pay Exemption -

(e.g., Criminal Investigators, U.S. Customs and Border Protection pilots who are also Law Enforcement Officers).  

2. Foreign Exemption -

(Note: Puerto Rico and certain other locations do not qualify for this exemption � See 5 CFR 551.104 for a list of Nonexempt areas.)
 

3. Executive Exemption:

    

a. Exercises appropriate management responsibility (primary duty) over a recognized organizational unit with a continuing function, AND

    

b. Customarily and regularly directs 2 or more employees, AND

    

c. Has the authority to make or recommend hiring, firing, or other status-change decisions, when such recommendations have particular weight.

Note: Shared supervision or �matrix management� responsibility for a project team does not meet the above criteria. Limited �assistant manager� functions or �acting in the absence� of the manager does not meet the above criteria.

 

4. Professional Exemption:

    

a. Professional work (primary duty)

    

b. Learned Professional, (See 5 CFR, 551.208 ) (Registered Nurses, Dental Hygienists, Physician�s Assistants, Medical Technologists, Teachers, Attorneys, Physicians, Dentists, Podiatrists, Optometrists, Engineers, Architects, and Accountants at the independent level as just some of the typical examples of exempt professionals). Or

    

c. Creative Professional, (See 5 CFR, 551.209 ) (The primary duty requires invention and originality in a recognized artistic field (music, writing, etc.) and does not typically include newspapers or other media or work subject to control by the organization are just some examples of Creative Professionals). Or

    

d. Computer Employee, (See 5 CFR, 551.210 ) ( must meet salary test and perform such duties as system analysis, program/system design, or program/system testing, documentation, and modification). Computer manufacture or repair is excluded (non-exempt work).

 

5. Administrative Exemption:


    

a. Primary duty consistent with 5 CFR 551 (e.g.; non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of the employer or its customers), AND job duties require exercise of discretion & independent judgment.

In which phase of the OPT model would suspended bodyweight training be the most desirable for optimal outcomes?

In which phase of the OPT model would suspended bodyweight training be the most desirable for optimal outcomes? Suspended bodyweight training is ideal for Phases 1 and 2, in which development of balance and muscle endurance are the focus.

Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding proprioceptive modalities?

Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding proprioceptive modalities? Using heavy weights while performing exercises on proprioceptive modalities is considered dangerous.

When performing high velocity movements with medicine balls the ball weight should be no more than what percentage of the user's body weight?

For power training, it is recommended that the medicine ball's weight corresponds to about 30- 50 percent of the one-repetition maximum of a similar weight training exercise.

What type of physical activity is body weight exercises?

Bodyweight exercises are a type of strength-training where you use your own weight to provide resistance against gravity. When you complete a bodyweight workout, you are essentially using your body alone without any other exercise equipment.