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d. Column 4. Tools and equipment. This column shall be used to specify, by code, those tools and test equipment

required to perform the designated function.

e. Column 5. Remarks. Self-explanatory.

B-3. General

a. A maintenance function assigned to a maintenance level, which for any reason is beyond Its capability, becomes

the responsibility of the next higher maintenance level.

b. The-authority to perform a maintenance function does not constitute authority to requisition or otherwise secure

necessary repair parts specified in current supply directives.

B-4. Deviations

a. Normally, there will be no deviations from the assigned maintenance level. In cases of operational necessity, a

maintenance function assigned to a maintenance level may, on a one-time basis and at the request of the lower

maintenance level, be authorized to the lower maintenance level by the maintenance officer of the level to which the

function is assigned.

b. The furnishing of special tools, equipment, and the like, required by the lower maintenance level to perform this

function, will be the responsibility of the level to which the function is assigned. The higher level of maintenance has the

authority to determine:

(1) If the lower level is capable of performing the work.

(2) If the lower level will require assistance or technical supervision and on-site inspection.

(3) If authorization will be granted.

B-5. Additional Information

a. Changes in the maintenance allocation chart will be based on continuing evaluation and analysis by responsible

technical personnel and on Maintenance Request Forms DA 2407 received from field activities.

b. All maintenance prescribed herein will be performed In accordance with applicable publications.

c. In any instance of conflict with current tool and equipment lists or current supply manuals, this maintenance

allocation chart will be the final authority. Each such instance should-be promptly reported by Maintenance Request, Form

DA 2407.

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