Photo By Capt. Royce Braxton | Corporal Joshua Wade,with 2nd Platoon, 417th QM Co., explains his role as part of unit...... read more read more
ANCHORAGE, Ala.- Young motivated Soldiers of the 417th Quartermaster Company,The 417th Quartermaster Company conducted petroleum pipeline and terminal operations in support of natural disaster efforts on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
The unit conducted petroleum pipeline and terminal operations in support of natural disaster efforts on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Soldiers were tested in pipeline construction and the Inland Petroleum Distribution System (IPDS) functionality during the 15 day annual training event. The JLOTS training focus aligns with the objectives of the DoD Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) initiative.
The JLOTS training scenario simulates an earthquake in Alaska that has damaged power and energy sources in Anchorage. During training the 417th QM Co. is tasked to assist the Department of Conservation and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in provided petroleum to needed infrastructure from the Port of Anchorage.
“The JLOTS exercise has taught me how to strategize and work in a team environment," said Pfc. Robert Hailey, of 3rd Platoon, with the 417th QM Co. He said, "We have prepared for this mission for a long time and I have learned to depend on my fellow Soldiers to get the mission done. I understand teamwork and each component of the IPDS in a better way."
The IPDS that the unit uses can divide and process more than 720,000 gallons of fuel. More than 100 massive light weight steel pipes were used to develop an effective “shore to main land” temporary module for the training event.
“It was truly a pleasure to help plan and coordinate the equipment movement for this mission to Alaska," said Cpl. Joshua Wade, with 2nd Platoon." He said, "It enhanced my planning skills while working with my peers and leaders."
More than 40 Soldiers from the 417th Quartermaster Company participated in the JLOTS event.
“This realistic training really helped me to understand the components of our IPDS system such as the contaminated fuel module bag and different pump systems. The components of the IPDS work together just as we do as a unit. I really enjoy hands on training” said Wade.
Great training exercises like JLOTS prove that at times the best training is hands on training.
| Date Taken: | 04.03.2014 |
| Date Posted: | 04.05.2014 22:42 |
| Story ID: | 124495 |
| Location: | ANCHORAGE, AK, US |
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