Illustrated Parts Breakdown An illustrated parts breakdown (IPB), also known as illustrated maintenance parts list or illustrated parts catalog, is prepared by the manufacturer for each model aircraft, engine accessory, electronics equipment, or support equipment. It is printed and issued by the authority of NAVAIR. The IPB is designed to allow supply and maintenance personnel to identify and requisition replacement parts for aircraft and equipment. all procurable assemblies with detailed parts are illustrated and listed in such a manner as to make possible quick identification of assemblies and their component parts. The items are arranged continuously in assembly breakdown order, with the illustrations placed as near as possible to their appropriate listing. FEDERAL LOGISTICS DATA The Management List-Navy (ML-N) and related publications were replaced by the Federal Logistics (FED LOG) Data on compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM). The FED LOG is designed to provide easy access to the information contained in the CD-ROM disks. This system allows the user to use different search methods to get needed information. The FED LOG contains information provided in the ML-N, Manage- ment List-Consolidated (ML-C), List Of Items Re- quiring Special Handling (LIRSH), Master Repair- able Item List (MRIL), Master Repairable Item List (MRIL), and Navy Item Control Number (NICN). The FED LOG system can be used for the following purposes: l l l l l Cross-reference (part) numbers and NSN Identify the source of supply Obtain management data required for procurement, requisition, stowage, and issue of material Determine proper freight standards for an item Obtain logistics information The FED LOG CD-ROMs are replaced by new ones as the data gets updated via automatic distribution. Refer to FED LOG User's Manual for detailed information and operation instructions for the system. FORMS The AK uses several types of forms in performing supply and related functions. These forms are listed in NAVSUP Publication 2002 with a 1I cognizance symbol. The forms used by the AKs are identified by titles, such as NAVSUP Standard, and Department of Defense (DOD), followed by numbers. COMMUNICATION Most of your work as an AK involves communi- cating with others. Communication plays an important role in accomplishing daily tasks and in providing support to customers. Whatever means of communica- tions are used, you must protect classified information. The level of classifications based on how much damage would be caused if other countries could obtain it. The Information and Personnel Security Program Regulation Manual (OPNAVINST 5510.1), known as the Security Manual, is the source of the Navy’s security program. This section describe the different ways of communication and the means of maintaining security of information. ORAL COMMUNICATION Information may be passed verbally by personal conversation, telephone, voice radio, or satellite trans- mission. You can provide assistance to customers on a one-on-one basis or during a group meeting. Telephones are commonly used to disseminate priority items. They are used to transmit priority designator 01-03 requisitions when transceiver or message facilities are unavailable or courier delivery is impractical. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION One of the important tasks you will be accomplishing is the preparation of correspondence. The term official correspondence includes all written material-publications, messages, memoranda, and so on—that are sent to or from the command. Correspondence can be transmitted by mail, facsimile, or electronic mail. Facsimile is transmission of fixed image as an electric signal over a communication channel by telephone lines. A scanner converts the original image into electrical impulses, and a facsimile of the original image, similar to an office copier reproduction, is made at the receiving unit. The term electronic mail, as discussed in this section, refers to the office automation system. With modem technology, you can electronically transmit correspondence by using home or small business computers. The correspondence is generated on one terminal, stored in a central file, and retrieved by another compatible terminal with access to that central file. This section provides the basic information necessary to prepare various types of correspondence. Refer to the Navy Correspondence 2-6