LITTLEROCKAFBI21-140 — Foreign Object Damage And Dropped Object Prevention Program

LITTLEROCKAFBI21-140 governs Foreign Object Damage and Dropped Object Prevention programs, procedures, responsibilities, and reporting.

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  • Publication number: LITTLEROCKAFBI21-140
  • Title: FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE AND DROPPED OBJECT PREVENTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2021-06-29

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It covers FOD prevention, lost tools and items, vehicles, dropped objects, investigations, training, program management, and incentives. It requires standardized reporting, accountability, inspections, investigations, and designated program oversight.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all 19th Airlift Wing (AW), 314th Airlift Wing (AW), 913th Airlift Group (AG), and establishes more restrictive responsibilities, standardized procedures and policies for all tenant units without a governing publication.

Topics covered

  • FOD prevention
  • Lost tool and item procedures
  • Vehicle FOD hazards
  • Dropped object prevention
  • FOD and DO incident investigations
  • FOD/DOP training
  • FOD prevention incentive awards

Questions and answers

Who is responsible for FOD prevention around aircraft and related equipment?

FOD prevention is the responsibility of all personnel working in, on, around, or traveling through areas near aircraft, munitions, aerospace ground equipment (AGE), engines or components. (paragraph 3)

What must personnel do with loose hardware?

Loose hardware will not be carried in tool bags or individual’s pockets. (paragraph 3)

How often must vehicles be kept free of foreign objects?

Maintain all vehicles FO-free at all times. (paragraph 5)

What must happen when a FOD or dropped object incident is discovered?

When a FOD or DO incident is discovered, unit supervision will immediately notify the MOC. (paragraph 21-101)

When must a material deficiency report be submitted after a FOD incident?

When material deficiency is determined to be the cause, or a suspected cause, the unit discovering the incident will submit a material deficiency report IAW TO 00-35D-54, USAF Deficiency Reporting and Investigating System (even when an exhibit is not available) within 5 working days to the 19 MXG/QA or 314 MXG/QA Product Improvement Office, as applicable. (paragraph 21-101)

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