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By Sgt. 1st Class Allen Moore
2nd AAB, 1st Inf. Div., USD-C
BAGHDAD — Non-commissioned officers with the Logistics Training Advisory Team, 299th “Lifeline” Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Advise and Assist Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, United States Division – Center, conducted driver’s training on the Vision Elite Mack Truck and Trailer system at the Iraqi Military School in Taji, Iraq, for roughly two weeks, from July 18-30.
The school, under the command of Brig. Gen. Mahmud, hosted the event attended by individuals from the Iraqi Federal Police Sustainment Brigade, 1st IFP Div., 2nd IFP Div. and 4th IFP Div. By the end of the second week, more than 35 Federal Police were trained and proficient on the operations of the truck and trailer.
“A lot of the Federal Police were willing to learn,” said Staff Sgt. Brandon Curtis, with the LTAT, 299th BSB and an Omaha, Neb., native. “They had a lot of questions to ask.”
The first day of training was classroom based and the instructors described the vehicles’ components, specifications, characteristics and limitations. Additionally, they provided an introduction to the cab controls, instruments and indicators.
Following the lecture, the class moved outside to the motor pool to conduct hands-on training based on what had been discussed in the classroom. The Lifeline Battalion advisers demonstrated how to properly perform preventive maintenance, checks and services, while also showing the students each component of the system and the procedures to inspect its serviceability.
“I enjoyed teaching the Federal Police,” Curtis said. “They were right on point.”
Training over the following days focused on safety concerns and limitations of the vehicle. Discussion included considerations for crossing bridges, such as the weight of the vehicle and load it is carrying, the bridge weight limit and heights of overpasses. Other safety topics included reducing speed during poor driving conditions, like dust and inclement weather, and ensuring there is ample room prior to attempting to turn the trailer.
Students were evaluated on their driving techniques, and the advisers provided each individual with tips for improvement. Beyond basic driving skills, the students learned straight-line alley docking, offset backing and serpentine driving techniques. The Lifeline Battalion advisers ensured that the students understood the proper way to maintain control over their vehicle, which gave the students confidence in their ability to have total control of the maneuverability of the truck and trailer.
“It was a privilege to teach the Federal Police on new equipment,” Curtis said. “I can’t wait to have the opportunity once again.”
A graduation ceremony was conducted on the final day of training. Mahmud attended the ceremony along with Brig. Gen. Majid Jabaar, commander of the FP Sustainment Brigade’s maintenance battalion and Command Sgt. Maj. Franklin Jordan, command sergeant major of 299th BSB. The two commanders, along with Jordan, presented certificates of completion to the students.
| Date Taken: | 08.06.2011 |
| Date Posted: | 08.07.2011 02:06 |
| Story ID: | 74974 |
| Location: | BAGHDAD, IQ |
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