107 COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT ELEMENT (CSSE) FUNDAMENTALS

1. 107 COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT ELEMENT (CSSE) FUNDAMENTALS

2. 107.1 Explain the mission of the Marine Logistic Group (MLG). The MLG (formerly known as FSSG) provides general and direct support and sustained CSS above the organic capabilities of supported elements of MAGTFs in the functional areas of CSS during deployment and employment of the MEF and smaller, geographically separated MAGTFs in all levels of conflict.

3. 107.2 Explain how an MLG is employed. • Provide centralized ground supply support. • Provide authorized overflow organizational maintenance support. • Coordinate transportation support. • Provide general engineering support. • Provide health service (medical and dental). • Coordinate services support, including security support, postal, disbursing, and exchange services; legal services, CSS-related CA support; and graves registration.

4. X X X X MLG CLR CLB CLB 107.2 Explain how an MLG is employed. (Con’t) Notional C2 Relationship S (FWD) (-) (Rein) W Z (-) (Rein) GS Direct Support (DS) Direct support is “a mission requiring a forceto support another specific force and authorizing it to answer directlythe supported force’s request for assistance.” (JP 1-02) General Support. (GS) “That support which is given to the supportedforce as a whole and not to any particular subdivision thereof.:” (JP 1-02) A CSS unit assigned a general support mission supports the MAGTF or several units within the MAGTF under the direction of the CSSE commander. DS DS

5. 107.3 Name the battalions in an MLG. Combat Logistics Regiments Combat Logistics Battalions Dental Battalion Engineer Support Battalion Medical Battalion Maintenance Battalion Supply Battalion

6. 107.4 What is the Combat Service Support Element (CSSE) of a Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU (SOC)) • The MSSG/CLB is the CSSE for the MEU. The MLG provides MSSG/CLBs with the necessary personnel and equipment to accomplish their missions. The MSSG/CLBs provide the MEU with the following CSS: • Supply support. • Maintenance support. • Transportation support. • Deliberate engineering support. • Medical and dental services. • Automated information processing support. • Utilities support. • Landing support (port and airfield support operations). • Disbursing services. • Legal services. • Postal services. • Accompanying supplies (classes I, II, III[B], IV, V[W], and IX) necessary to support the MEU for 15 days

7. 107.5 What is the CSSE of a Marine Expeditionary Brigade (MEB)? • The BSSG/CLR is the CSSE for the MEB. The MLG provides BSSG/CLRs with the necessary personnel and equipment to accomplish their missions. The BSSG/CLRs provide the MEB with the following CSS: • Supply support. • Maintenance support. • Transportation support. • Deliberate engineering support. • Medical and dental services. • Automated information processing support. • Utilities support. • Landing support (port and airfield support operations). • Disbursing services. • Legal services. • Postal services. • Accompanying supplies (classes I, II, III[B], IV, V[W], and IX) necessary to support the MEB for 30 days

8. 107.6 What is the CSSE of a Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF)? The MLG Accompanying supplies (classes I, II, III[B], IV, V[W], and IX) necessary to support the MEB for 60 days

9. 107.7 State the six functional areas of Combat Service Support (CSS). • Supply • Maintenance • Transportation • General engineering • Health services • Services.

10. 107.8 Define War Reserve Material (WRM). • WRM is defined as mission-essential principal end items, secondary items, and munitions required to attain operational objectives in the scenarios authorized for sustainability planning and other stockage objectives approved for programming in the Defense Planning Guidance. • WRM inventories are acquired during peacetime. • Inventories are flexible, and they provide an expansion capability that can respond to spectrum regional contingencies, while minimizing investment in resources. The MEF can deploy with sufficient equipment and supplies to support up to 60 days of contingency operations. This 60-day level of support provides reasonable assurance that the employed force can be self-sustaining until resupply channels are established, regardless of the area of operations or its logistics infrastructure.

11. 107.9 Discuss the differences between echelons of maintenance performed at organizational and intermediate ground equipment maintenance.

12. 107.10 Explain the purpose and characteristics of the following support vehicles:a. 7-ton/Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) The MK23/MK25 Cargo variant of the 7 Ton MTVR family replace the 5 Ton MTVR. These trucks use state of the art commercial technology including an independentsuspension system, electronically controlled engine and transmission and a central tire inflation system, which increases the off-road maneuverability and mobility of the vehicle. The difference between the MK23 and MK25 is that the MK25 has a 20,000 pound capacity self-recovery winch. The MK23/MK25 is a 7-ton, 6x6 designed for use on all types of roads, highways and cross-country terrain. It is capable of traversing a 60 percent gradient, a 30 percent side slope up to 15 mph and a 40 percent side slope at 5 mph. It is capable of fording 60 inches of water and has an on-road cruising range of 300 miles. The MK23/MK25 variants are capable of being transported by highway, rail, sea and air.

13. 107.10b. High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) The M998, M998A1, M1038 and M1038A1 HMMWVs are cargo/troop carrier configurations of the HMMWV family. The vehicles are equipped with basic armor and used to transport equipment, materials, and/or personnel. The cargo carrier configuration is capable of transporting a payload (including crew) of 2,500 pounds and the troop carrier is capable of transportinga two man crew and eight passengers. The vehicles can climb 60% slopes and traverse a side slope of up to 40% fully loaded. The vehicles can ford hard bottom water crossing up to 30 inches without a deep water fording kit and up to 60 inches with the kit.

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15. 107.10c. High Speed High Mobility Crane (HSHMC) [ref. g, p. 2] • The Crane, High Speed, High Mobility w/o Pile Driver Capability is diesel-powered, ribber tired with hydraulic boom. It is capable of all general crane operations. Clamshell, Container handling and general lifting up to 50,000 lbs. It is capable of operating over rough terrain and in 60 inches of water. The Heavy Crane attachements include: Bucket, Conrete and Bucket and Clamshell • Manufacturer: Harnishfeger Corp Weight: 69.825 Width: 102 in Length: 499.8 in Height: 138.9 in Cube: 4.097.8 ft Sq Storage: 354 ft

16. 107.10d. Logistic Vehicle System (LVS) The MK48 and its associated trailers form the Logistics Vehicle System (LVS). They are used primarily by combat service support motor transport units to haul supplies in large quantities from beachheads, ports, railheads,or airfields to combat service support areas. • The MK48 is designed to power LVS trailer units: • MK14 Mod O Trailer, Container Hauler (D0876); • MK15 Mod O Trailer, Wrecker-Recovery (D0877); • MK16 Mod O Trailer,Semitrailer Adapter (D0878); • The MK17 Mod O Trailer, Dropside Cargo (D0879); • MK18 Mod O Trailer, Ribbon Bridge Transporter (D0881).

17. 107.10e. Truck Forklift Variable Reach (TFVR) [ref. h, pp. 1-4.1 thru 1-5.1] Marine (TFVR) Truck Lift, Fork Variable Reach, Diesel engine driven, four-wheel drive, four-wheel steer, pneumatic tires, rough terrain, 10,000 pound capacity as 48” load center The forklift is intended for use as a materials handling forklift with a capability of unloading, transporting, and loading boxes, containers, palletized ammunition loads, and multiple launch rocket system pods. The mobility of the forklift, with and without payload, is intended to cover working areas where high floatation and traction characteristics are required.

18. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). • A critical goal in MPF logistics planning is to use existing logistics systems and infrastructure as much as possible. Use of existing host nation support and inter-Service support by all elements of the MPF is encouraged during the MPF operation. Planning must focus on providing continuous support for the duration of the MPF operation and subsequent MAGTF operations. Plans to support an MPF operation must be consistent with plans to support subsequent operations. • Facilities for off-loading include beaches, ports, arrival and tactical airfields, and assembly areas. These facilities must be in close proximity to each other, they must be able to accommodate MPS and strategic-lift aircraft, they must have sufficient capacity to handle the MPF off-load, and they must have all-weather capability. An MPF operation is a logistical operation because it involves deployment and preparation of the MAGTF for employment. The MAGTF mission is the focus of the MPF operation and logistics support. MCWP

19. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). (Con’t) • The sequence and flow of the fly-in echelon • Selected supplies and equip. for 30 days • Provide the planner flexibility. • The MPF is divided into two movement groups • Sea movement group • Air movement group

20. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). (Con’t) • Sea movement group • The MPSRON will move as directed by the fleet commander. Movement should accommodate the earliest possible embarkation of the Offload Preparation Party (OPP). • The MPSRON will rendezvous with escorts (if assigned) and transit to the AAA. • TAV-B and follow-up shipping will proceed as directed.

21. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). (Con’t) • Air movement group (FIE) • Air movement is continuous. • Total time required will dependon the number, type, and initiallocations.

22. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). (Con’t) • Movement Control Organizations • Required to provide unity of effort and support the interface with the JOPES. • FMCC • LMCC • UMCC • DACG • AACG

23. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). (Con’t) • ARRIVAL AND ASSEMBLY • Arrival and Assembly Operations Group • The AAOG’s function is to coordinate and control arrival and assembly operations. It consists of personnel from all MAGTF elements plus liaison from the CNSE, FH, and NMCB Responsibilities include (Not limited to: ● Monitor airflow ● Coordinate distribution of MPE/S ● Provide initial C2 functions for the MAGTF in the AAA. ● Direct and coordinate AAOE operations. ● Coordinate with HN for support of offload and throughput operations.

24. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). (Con’t) • Arrival and Assembly Area (AAA) • An area for arrival, offload, and assembly of forces, equipment and supplies. UAA Airfield Beach Port CSSA ERP

25. 107.11 Explain the CSS capability of the Maritime Preposition Force (MPF). (Con’t) • Landing Force Support Party (LFSP) (MPF Operations) • The LFSP is a task-organized unit composed primarily of personnel and equipment from the CSSE. • BOG • POG • AACG • MCC

26. 107.12 State the responsibility of the following FSSG components:]a. Headquarters and Service Battalion – • The Headquaters Companies (HQ Co’s) and Headquaters and Service Companies (H&S Co’s) provide command and control, administration, services, communications, and security support and coordination of services support beyond supported-unit organic capabilities to MLG. NOTE: With the reorganization of the FSSG to the MLG, the H&S BN was broken up into Headquarters Companies under the Regiments and Battalions.

27. 107.12 b. Maintenance battalion The maintenance battalion provides general support and intermediate (3d and 4th echelon) maintenance support for Marine Corps-furnished tactical ordnance, engineering, motor transport, communications electronics, and general support equipment of the MEF. • Provide 3d echelon maintenance on end items. • Provide intermediate maintenance in support of the secondary repairable program. • Provide a tracked-vehicle evacuation capability. • Provide calibration services for electronic and mechanical TMDE. • Provide organizational and intermediate maintenance on end items. • Provide technical assistance and overflow organizational maintenance for supported units. • Provide intermediate maintenance and modification applications on in-stock equipment. • Provide technical inspection services.

28. 107.12 c. Supply battalion The supply battalion provides general support supply support, except for bulk fuel and Navy-funded stock/ programs, for sustaining MAGTF operations • Provide supply support management. • Provide contracting support and cross servicing services. • Provide a warehousing capability. • Provide accounting for classes I, II, IV, VII, VIII, and IX supplies. • Provide subsistence support to the MEF. • Provide receipt, storage, and forwarding of class III supplies. • Provide receipt, storage, issue, and accounting for class V items. • Provide technical assistance in receipt, storage, assembly, and provision of nuclear ordnance. • Provide for the receipt, storage, issue, and organizational maintenance support. • Provide intermediate-level shop stores issue points. • Provide procurement services. • Provide packing, preservation, and packaging services.

29. 107.12 d. Engineer support battalion The engineer support battalion provides general engineering support of an expeditionary nature to the MEF, including • Survivability • Countermobility • Mobility • EOD • General Eng Support • Supply support incident to the handling, storage, dispensing of bulk class I (water) and bulk class III and III(A) items

30. 107.12 f. Medical battalion • The medical battalion provides direct and general support medical support to the MEF. • Provide health care through the 2d echelon of medical care, including initial resuscitative care, resuscitative surgery, and temporary hospitalization of casualties, to the MEF. • Provide medical regulating services for the MEF. • Provide preventive medicine support to the MEF. • Assist in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of medical intelligence. • Provide the medical elements for the establishment of casualty decontamination and treatment stations. • Provide medical support for management of mass casualties and combat stress casualties.

31. 107.12 g. Dental battalion • The dental battalion provides general support dental health care to the MEF. • Provide a comprehensive program of dental health care for the MEF. • Coordinate MEF dental health care support requirements. • Provide dental detachments, as required, to support MAGTFs smaller than a MEF. • Supervise implementation of dental health care delivery programs for the MEF.

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