CAP Vehicle Familiarization Course

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CAP Vehicle Familiarization Course
National Capital Wing

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OBJECTIVE

• TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE DAILY OPERATIONS OF
  CIVIL AIR PATROL VEHICLES

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SUBJECTS

• CAP REGULATIONS AND FORMS
• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
• VA / MD / DC MOTOR VEHICLE LAWS
• VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
• WEATHER/ROAD CONDITIONS
• GOOD PRACTICE OF SAFETY HABITS

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CAP REGULATIONS

• 62-2 MISHAP REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION
• 77-1 OPERATION and MAINTENANCE of CAP VEHICLES
• 900-5 The CAP INSURANCE/BENEFITS PROGRAM

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CAPR 62-2

• 4. CAP Mishap Notification Procedures
• The unit or activity commander will immediately
  notify the Wing commander and Wing Safety officer
  in accordance with the procedures outlined in the
  Wings accident reporting procedures when any
  mishap occurs during a CAP activity.
• Each vehicle log book has the current Wing
  Notification letter.

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CAPR 77-1OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CIVIL AIR
PATROL VEHICLES

• This regulation outlines policies relating to
  vehicle acquisitions, definitions, ownership,
  maintenance, wing/unit responsibilities, forms,
  and reports for Civil Air Patrol (CAP) vehicles.
  It explains necessary operator qualification and
  defines prudent use. These procedures ensure
  acceptable vehicle appearance, maintenance,
  accountability, and operation standards
  throughout CAP. Additional guidance is found in
  CAPR 67-1, Civil Air Patrol Supply Regulation.
  Note This regulation revises/consolidates CAPR
  77-1 and CAPR 900-7 in their entirety.

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CAPR 77-1contd

• 1. Definitions.
• a. CAP owned vehicle (COV). Any wheel-mounted
  vehicle or trailer for highway or land use, owned
  by and titled in the name of Civil Air Patrol.

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CAPR 77-1 contd

• 5. Licenses/Drivers Records (not applicable to
  CAP employees). Vehicle operators will
• a. Operate COVs in strict compliance with
  federal, state, District of Columbia, local laws,
  regulations, and ordinances governing the
  operation of motor vehicles.
• b. Possess both a valid state drivers license
  (copy to be filed with CAP members personnel
  record) and a CAPF 75, CAP Motor Vehicle Operator
  Identification Card, (Attachment 4) certified and
  signed by the NATCAP Wing Commander, NATCAP
  Logistics Officer (LG), or NATCAP Transportation
  Officer (LGT).
• c. Obtain a CAPF 75 by furnishing the issuing
  authority a current copy of members state
  drivers record showing any driving infractions
  incurred within the last 2 years..

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CAPR 77-1 contd

• 6. Vehicle Operators and Authorized Passengers.
• a. Members 21 years of age or older, who are
  properly licensed to operate specific vehicle
  types according to applicable local and state
  laws and possess a valid CAPF 75, are permitted
  to operate COVs or TUVs.

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CAPR 77-1 contd

• 8. Safety.
• a. Prior to use, the first vehicle operator of
  the day will perform a safety check on COVs or
  TUVs using CAPF 73. Any item(s) on the daily
  inspection checklist that are not in safe working
  order must be repaired before the vehicle is used
  for any CAP mission/activity.
• b. The stenciling of proper tire pressure
  recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
  wheel hub or the placement of 1 inch numbers on
  the bottom of fender above tire indicating proper
  tire inflation on COVs is permitted and
  recommended.
• d. The use of seat belts or seat belt/shoulder
  harness combination is mandatory.

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CAPR 77-1

• 9. COV Maintenance.
• a. The CAP vehicle maintenance program provides
  for optimum use of vehicles at the lowest
  possible cost and assures maximum readiness and
  capability to perform designated functions
  efficiently and safely.

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CAPR 77-1 contd

• 10. COV Appearance, Identification, and Marking.
• c. Vehicles are to be cleaned monthly and waxed
  once a year.

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CAP FORMS

• CAPF-73 CAP Vehicle Inspection and Usage Data
• CAPF-75 CAP Motor Vehicle Operator Identification
  Card
• CAPF-78 Mishap Report Form
• CAPF-79 CAP Mishap Investigation Form
• SF-91 Motor Vehicle Accident Report

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CAPF 73
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CAPF 73
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NCW/LGT Form 1
This form is in the vehicle logbook and must be
completed for each separate trip. This form is
completed IN ADDITION TO CAPF 73.
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NCW/LTG Form 2
This form is used as a tasking and to document
the current status of the vehicle when loaned to
organizations outside of National Capital
Wing. If you are delivering a vehicle ensure you
complete 2 copies of the form. Give one to the
requesting units POC and retain one to check
when picking up the vehicle. Verify no
additional damage.
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NCW/LTG Form 2 (Continued)
Ensure a complete inspection is conducted with
the requesting unit POC if possible.
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NCW/LGT Form 3
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NCW/LGT Form 4
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LGT Form 5Squadron Commander must indicate
applicant reviewed this briefing.
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CAPF 75

• These are issued thru Logistics
• To apply for one you will need
• A Current State Drivers License
• A 2-year, Incident-free, Driving History
• A completed NATCAPWG LGT Form 5
• To have completed this Familiarization Course
• Unit Commanders Recommendation

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CAPF-78 Mishap Reporting
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CAPF-79 Investigation
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NATCAP Wing Vehicle Log Books
Tab 1. CAP Form 73 and NATCAP Form 1. Tab 2.
Legal Documents DC Motor Vehicle Registration
Certificate (Original) Insurance
Certificate Tab 3. Wing Accident Notification
Instructions Tab 4. CAPR 62-2 (Mishap Reporting
Investigation CAP Forms 78 79 SF Tab
5. CAPR 77-1 (Operation Maintenance of CAP
Vehicles) Tab 6. NATCAP LGT Form 3 (Record of
Repair Service) NATCAP Form 4 (Vehicle
Damage Log)
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900-510. CAP's Vehicle Liability Insurance

• a. CAP Owned Vehicles. CAPs vehicle liability
  policy provides protection for CAP and CAP
  members driving CAP owned vehicles

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900-512 SECTION CAIR FORCE-ASSIGNED MISSIONS
LIABILITY COVERAGE

• b. CAP Vehicle Liability. The FTCA will provide
  liability protection to CAP and CAP members
  arising out of the use of CAP owned vehicles or
  CAP member owned/furnished vehicles while such
  operation or use is on an Air Force assigned
  mission. Travel to and from Air Force-assigned
  missions is also covered by both FTCA and FECA.
  See CAPRs 60-3 and 77-1 for further guidance.
• c. Damage to CAP Owned or Member Owned/Furnished
  Aircraft or Vehicles. The Air Force assumes no
  responsibility for damage or loss to CAP owned or
  member owned/furnished aircraft or vehicles used
  on Air Force-assigned missions. Members are
  encouraged to furnish their own hull coverage or
  collision insurance for protection.
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INSERT WINGS STATE LAW

• VA / MD / DC Statues
• Classroom discussion

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NATCAP Policy

• NATCAP policy prohibits drivers from using cell
  phones or wireless communications devices
  regardless of hand-held or hands-free except in a
  driver emergency and the vehicle is lawfully
  parked or stopped.

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Pre-Trip Inspections

• CAPF 73 is a checklist
• This checklist covers the necessary items to
  insure for a safe start of the day
• This inspection is to be done each and every day
  the vehicle is to be operated

FOLLOW THE CAPF 73 CHECKLIST
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CAP Policies

• Drive CAP vehicles with Headlights on
• Check tire pressure routinely
• Van drivers must stay below posted speed limit
• Seatbelts are Mandatory
• THESE ARE NATIONAL, REGIONAL, and or WING POLICIES

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Pre-Trip Planning

• When Planning a Long Distance Trip consider the
  following things
• ROUTE/MAP shortcuts may not always be beneficial
  to your Trip examples -multiple traffic lights or
  narrow curvy roads
• MILEAGE total miles start to finish
• DELAYS (Construction/Weather/Traffic)
• FUEL MILEAGE (mpg) miles per gallon and size of
  FUEL TANK
• STOPS/BREAKS for fuel and rest

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Loading ProceduresWeight Balance

• Proper loading is critical for the handling of
  the vehicle while in motion
• It can contribute to a rough ride as well as a
  dangerous situation
• Each vehicle will have its own cargo space
  become familiar with any weight restriction or
  penalties consult the Operators Handbook

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Loading ProceduresSecuring

• SECURE ALL ITEMS USING seatbelts, bungee cords
  or nylon straps
• Web or weave items together

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Road Hazards

• The potential for road hazards are endless
• Common problems
• Potholes
• Curves/Blind Curves mild to extreme
• Speed Bumps
• Inclines/declines/Blind hills or
  valleys/Mountains
• Construction Zones
• Animals

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Road Hazards

• Other vehicles
• Pedestrians/Crosswalks/Joggers
• Bicycles/Scooters/Skateboards
• Motorcycles
• Semis/Trucks
• Vehicles Towing Trailers
• Objects falling or being projected from other
  vehicles

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Weather Conditions

• HAIL/SLEET pellets to softball size usually
  related with Thunderstorms
• RAIN light, moderate, or heavy
• SNOW blinding or whiteouts
• WIND strong or gusting
• BLACK ICE (unseen)
• CAUTION high profile vehicles are subjected to
  the possible loss of control or being overturned

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Weather

• Driving Tips for Winter
• Bridges freeze before roadway
• Watch for slick conditions such as BLACK ICE very
  hard to see
• Mirror brackets will freeze first look for signs
  of ice cycles this will tell you if the roads are

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Weather

• Keep your speed down
• Keep your distance from other vehicles
• Always steer into the skid
• Rear to the right steer right
• Rear to the left steer left

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Mishaps

• Mechanical
• Weather
• Physiological
• Non Compliant
• Concerns with 15 Passenger Vans
  

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15 PAX Vans

• The rear seat of all 15 passengers vans will be
  removed and stored.
• Cargo stored in the rear of the van is limited to
  300 pounds.
• Items will NOT be stacked above the top of the
  rear seat.
• Cargo will be secured (preferably with a net).
• Passengers will sit as far forward as possible.

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Passenger Van Safety(excerpt from NHTSA)

• REDUCING THE RISK OF ROLLOVER CRASHES IN
  PASSENGER VANS
•  Fifteen-passenger vans typically have seating
  positions for a driver and 14 passengers. They
  are widely used by community organizations to
  take members on short trips and outings. Colleges
  use them to drive sports teams to intercollegiate
  games and vanpools use them for commuters.
• What increases the risk of rollover
  crashes?Recent research conducted by the
  National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
  (NHTSA) has found that the risk of a rollover
  crash is greatly increased when 10 or more people
  ride in a 15-passenger van. This increased risk
  occurs because the passenger weight raises the
  vehicles center of gravity and causes it to
  shift rearward. As a result, the van has less
  resistance to rollover and handles differently
  from other commonly driven passenger vehicles,
  making it more difficult to control in an
  emergency situation. Placing any load on the roof
  also raises the center of gravity and increases
  the likelihood of a rollover.
• What situations can cause a rollover?A rollover
  crash is a complex event, heavily influenced by
  driver and road characteristics as well as the
  design of the vehicle. In studies of
  single-vehicle crashes, NHTSA has found that more
  than 90 percent of rollovers occur after a driver
  has lost control of the vehicle and has run off
  the road. Three major situations can lead to a
  rollover in a 15-passenger van.
• The van goes off a rural road. If this occurs,
  the van is likely to overturn when it strikes a
  ditch or embankment or when it is tripped by an
  object or runs onto soft soil.

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Passenger Van Safety

• The driver is fatigued or driving too fast for
  conditions. A tired driver can doze off and lose
  control. The driver can also lose control when
  traveling at a high speed causing the van to
  slide sideways off the road. The grassy or dirt
  medians that line highways can often cause the
  van to overturn when the tires dig into the dirt

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Passenger Van Safety

• The driver overcorrects the steering as a panic
  reaction to an emergency or to a wheel dropping
  off the pavement. Especially at freeway speeds,
  this situation can cause the driver to lose
  control, resulting in the van sliding sideways
  and rolling over

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Passenger Van Safety

• What can organizations do to protect their
  passengers?Over the past decade, 80 percent of
  people killed in rollover crashes in 15-passenger
  vans were unbelted. Passengers can dramatically
  reduce their risk of being killed or seriously
  injured in a rollover crash by simply using their
  seat belts. Organizations that own 15-passenger
  vans should have a written seat belt use policy.
  Drivers should be responsible for enforcing the
  policy.
• Seat belt use is especially critical because
  large numbers of people die in rollover crashes
  when they are partially or completely thrown from
  the vehicle

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Passenger Van Safety

• NHTSA estimates that people who wear their seat
  belts are about 75 percent less likely to be
  killed in a rollover crash than people who dont.
• Does an experienced driver make a
  difference?Significant differences in the design
  and handling characteristics of a 15-passenger
  van make it drive differently from other
  passenger vehicles. Therefore, an organization
  that owns a 15-passenger van should select one or
  two experienced drivers to drive the van on a
  regular basis. These drivers will gain valuable
  experience handling the van. This experience will
  help make each trip a safe one

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Mishap

• SITUATIONAL AWARENESS (SA)
• What is happening around you is very vital to
  know when
• Reacting to a failure or emergency
• Be proactive and the outcome will be a better one

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Physical IMSAFE

• ILLNESS
• MEDICATION
• STRESS
• ALCOHOL
• FATIGUE
• EMOTION

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Non-Compliant

• IGNORING or DISOBEYING SIGNAGE
• TRAFFIC SIGNALS
• SPEEDING
• WEAVING THROUGH TRAFFIC
• DRIVING TO CLOSE TO VEHICLE (TAILGATING)
• POOR JUDGMENT

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EMERGENCIES

• Engine failure
• Tire deflation
• Drive train
• Brakes
• SITUATIONAL AWARENESS

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TROUBLE SHOOTINGEngine will not crank or
turnover

• POSSIBLE PROBLEMS

• POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

• BATTERY-loose or dirty cable connectors low or
  dead battery
• STARTER SOLENOID-faulty or loose connections

• Replace battery, and or battery cables and or
  clean and tighten connections
• Replace starter and or tighten connections

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TROUBLE SHOOTINGEngine Cranks But Will Not Run

• POSSIBLE PROBLEMS

• POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

• Replace fuel pump and or lines
• Replace defected item (s) NOTE spark plugs can be
  cleaned and micrometer also known as gapping

• FUEL-starvation-fuel pump
• IGNITION-coil, distributor, spark plugs or wires
• AIR-air filter or foreign object blocking air
  intake

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TROUBLE SHOOTINGWhen engaging Automatic
Transmission the Vehicle Will Not Move or Moves
Slowly

• POSSIBLE PROBLEM

• POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

• TRANSMISSION FLUID-low quantity, burnt or
  transmission
• BRAKES

• Filter needs to be changed
• Check emergency brake is released

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TROUBLE SHOOTINGConclusion

• Some of the mentioned symptoms may also be signs
  of major problems
• In dealing with problems use the simplest
  solution first then move on to the next more
  complex solution
• Remember Civil Air Patrol has a small budget
  catch the problems early before they become
  major!

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Post Trip Inspection

• Being a search and rescue organization we need to
  be ready to be activated at a moments notice this
  includes all assets so when you are finished
  using the vehicle make sure that it is clean,
  fueled and ready to go.

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Post Trip Inspection

• Take note of any discrepancies
• Report any discrepancies to your unit commander
  or designee
• Make repairs as soon as possible to have the
  vehicle ready for the next mission

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Miscellaneous

• Know the height of the vehicleBridges
• Remember most of these vans have many radios and
  the overall height of the antennas must be
  knownGarages
• When driving a large vehicle remember to use
  everything to your advantage to maneuver around
  and through obstacles
• Drive as if your life depended on itit does