RAMSTEINABI24-302 governs vehicle accident and abuse procedures, vehicle idling, emergency response forces, and official GMV use at Ramstein AB.
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It defines vehicle abuse and accidents, assigns repair-cost reimbursement, and establishes procedures for damaged vehicles. It also sets idling exceptions, identifies approved emergency responders, and limits official government vehicle transportation.
Applies to: This instruction is applicable to all persons operating any Government Owned Vehicle/Equipment (GOV/E) that is assigned to Ramstein AB and its geographically separated units (GSU), which are loaded in the On-Line Vehicle Interactive Management System (OLVIMS).
Vehicle abuse is normally considered damage caused by willful or negligent acts of improper operation or care and cannot be attributed to fair wear and tear. (paragraph 1)
Turn-in all vehicles damaged due to accidents or incidents within 24-hours of the incident to 86VRS/LGRVM; this includes U-Drive-it and loaned vehicles. (paragraph 1)
All Vehicle Management O&M funds expended for vehicle accidents and abuse repair costs, including contract cost, will be reimbursed to 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron, Vehicle Management Flight (86 VRS/LGRVM) by the owning organization, or the organization responsible for the damage if not the owner. (paragraph 1)
Vehicles operating on Ramstein AB should be turned off when not in use, unless idling is essential to conduct the unit’s mission. (paragraph 1)
Vehicles may remain idling (while being monitored) when ambient temperatures are below 32 degrees or above 95 degrees Fahrenheit for air conditioning use. (paragraph 1)