Give subs to repair crew upon return
Brian Schreiber Ledyard
Publication: The Day
After reading the article on the submarine collision, there is no excuse for the behavior of the watchstanders. ("Report: Sub crew caused Hartford collision," Nov. 18.) It has set a table for more intense training prior to a deployment and that does not help the situation.
These days it is hard on the crew because, after training, they usually have to report back to the ship to ensure everything is ready, material-wise. These guys, while on sea duty, have no home life. They train, work long hours and fit in time to stand duty, leaving little time to spend time with their family before deploying.
How about when a unit returns from deployment, the ship is turned over to a repair crew whose overall responsibility is keeping the ship in repair. This would allow time for the crew to train and stand duty as they do on ballistic submarines. It takes pressure off the crew and allows them more time with their loved ones before leaving for extended periods. And it still fills the training requirements.
Are there not enough people at the repair facilities to cover the needs? If not, maybe it is time to restructure.
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Give subs to repair crew upon return
After reading the article on the submarine collision, there is no excuse for the behavior of the watchstanders. ("Report: Sub crew caused Hartford collision," Nov. 18.) It has set a table for more ...
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