STP 8-68A15-SM-TG — Soldier's Manual And Training Guide Biomedical Equipment Specialist Skill Levels 1,2,3,4,5
STP 8-68A15-SM-TG governs MOS 68A training requirements, readiness requirements, critical tasks, and task-based training evaluation.
- Publication number: STP 8-68A15-SM-TG
- Title: SOLDIER'S MANUAL AND TRAINING GUIDE BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST SKILL LEVELS 1,2,3,4,5
- Date: 01/29/2026
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It covers individual and battle-focused training, training execution and assessment, duty-position requirements, and MOS training plans. The publication requires standardized training objectives in task summaries for training and evaluating critical tasks that support unit missions during wartime.
Applies to: This publication applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard, and the United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- MOS 68A biomedical equipment maintenance
- Readiness requirements
- Battle-focused training
- Duty position training requirements
- Medical equipment maintenance tasks
- Medical maintenance shop operations
- Medical maintenance safety
- Tactical electrical power systems
Questions and answers
What are the individual critical tasks in the Central Army Registry used for?
The individual critical tasks found in the CAR are the primary use for training, can be supplemented by this STP. (paragraph 2-4)
Who should use STP 8-68A15-SM-TG to plan and evaluate individual training?
Commanders, trainers, and Soldiers should use the STP to plan, conduct, and evaluate individual training in units. (paragraph 2-4)
What are readiness requirements tasks intended to prepare Soldiers for?
The readiness requirements are tasks that have been identified by the MOS-specific proponent at the Medical Center of Excellence as essential for preparing Soldiers for deployment. (paragraph 2-1)
What does the MOS training plan show?
The MOS training plan shows the relationship of an MOS skill level between duty position and critical tasks. (paragraph 2-2)
What information is provided for readiness requirements tasks?
The task title, appropriate skill level, frequency of training, and training location are also provided. (paragraph 2-1)