COLUMBUSAFBI21-100 — Test, Measurement, And Diagnostic Equipment (tmde) Handling Procedures

COLUMBUSAFBI21-100 governs Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment handling procedures, including PMEL support and calibration coordination.

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  • Publication number: COLUMBUSAFBI21-100
  • Title: TEST, MEASUREMENT, AND DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT (TMDE) HANDLING PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2024-01-09

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It covers TMDE coordinator appointments, training, PMEL listings, equipment documentation, delivery requirements, and calibration support. It requires supported work centers to maintain coordinator records, review schedules, and provide complete equipment and technical data to PMEL.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all agencies requiring support from the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL).

Topics covered

  • TMDE handling procedures
  • PMEL support
  • TMDE coordinator appointments
  • Equipment calibration
  • PMEL listings
  • Technical data
  • TMDE training

Questions and answers

Who must appoint TMDE coordinators?

Work centers supported by PMEL will appoint a primary and an alternate TMDE coordinator in writing. (paragraph 6)

How soon must TMDE coordinators be trained after appointment?

The TMDE coordinator and alternate must be trained by the PMEL scheduler within 30 days of appointment. (paragraph 6)

How often must PMEL listings be reviewed for accuracy?

Review each line entry on PMEL listings monthly for accuracy and annotate any errors, corrections or updates in red. (paragraph 6)

How quickly must corrected PMEL listings be returned?

Return a signed and corrected copy to 14FTW/MXMPS within five (5) work days of receipt. (paragraph 6)

What equipment must accompany TMDE delivered to PMEL?

Deliver TMDE to the PMEL with all ancillary equipment (e.g., preamps, power supplies, adapters, cables or probes) needed for calibration. (paragraph 21-100)

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