LESSON 8
AUTOMATED FUELS ACCOUNTABILITY
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OVERVIEW
LESSON DESCRIPTION:
In this lesson, you will learn about using the appropriate fuel reporting procedures.
TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
ACTION:
Describe the system, purpose, origins and management of FAMS, transaction reporting,
and monthly reconciliation.
CONDITIONS:
IAW this corresponding lesson plan.
STANDARDS:
Describe the terminal operating reports IAW the corresponding lesson plan.
REFERENCES:
None.
INTRODUCTION
This lesson of instruction will familiarize you with the various uses of compute technology in dealing with
petroleum distribution and its accountability procedures.
1.
Purpose of DFAMS.
Timely DFAMS reporting produces up-to-date information that accurately reflects current conditions worldwide
by theater or specific location. This permits DESC or military managers to make timely and well-informed
decisions on:
a. Stock positioning in response to changes in demand, possibly by diversion of petroleum already in
route.
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