Soldiers of Veterinary Command inspect more than 22 million dollars of subsistence daily. As an important member of the veterinary servicing team, the Veterinary Food Inspection Specialist, under the direction of a Veterinary Corps Officer, inspects food designed for human consumption, while also supervising food inspection and combined veterinary service activities.
68R1O - Skill Level One
FOOD INSPECTION SPECIALIST: Inspects food products designated for human consumption on receipt and in storage. Selects food samples using statistical sampling methods, makes sensory evaluations, determines and records temperatures of products and food in storage areas. Evaluates packaging, packing and marking requirements in accordance with DoD standards and contractual documents. Classifies defects, determines quality of product, advises supervisor and prepares subsistence inspection reports. Collects, prepares and transmits samples to laboratory for testing. Identify unsanitary conditions in food storage facilities and commissary stores. Operates and maintains inspection equipment. Packs, unpacks, loads, unloads and assists in setting up veterinary unit equipment. Performs duties in accordance with approved standards of conduct and reports suspected fraud.
68R2O - Skill Level Two
Food Inspection Sergeant: Performs duties shown in preceding level of skill and provides technical guidance to junior personnel. Develop statistical sampling procedure. Collects, prepares, and transmits samples to laboratory for testing. Reviews laboratory test results and compares to product requirements. Records contractual deficiencies and initiates recommendations for corrective actions. Conducts subsistence quality assurance inspections in food handling establishments, evaluates and recommends corrective actions for unsanitary conditions. Prepares and maintains quality history record and product verification record and distributes as required. Perform pest management, monitoring of packaged water supplies, and field sanitation procedures. Conduct sanitary inspections in military and commercial facilities. Maintain MTOE and TDA organizational equipment.
Commissary NCO: Provides direct support to Defense Commissary Agency facilities through sanitary facility inspections, receipt and surveillance inspection of subsistence, and assistance with pest and waste management issues. Conducts inspections to verify sanitation of meat markets and delis and advises the commissary quality assurance element on these issues. Supervises junior personnel in conducting this support. (SGT)
Prime Vendor NCO: Coordinates inspection of subsistence at end user points (destination support). Coordinates Veterinary Command destination audits and support to Navy ships. Maintains contact with prime vendor customers in order to resolve problems and issues. Reviews and processes prime vendor surveillance inspection and returned product reports. Supervises junior personnel in conducting this support. (SGT-SSG)
Procurement Sergeant: Coordinates inspections on government contracts; manages inspection programs and prepares reports for the Defense Logistics Agency; provides quality assurance functions for Operational, Humanitarian, and Unitized Group Rations; coordinates lab submission and results distribution with VETCOM, Natick Soldier Center, VETCOM Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory, and the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (SGT-SSG)
Vet Service NCO: Supervises small food inspection or combined veterinary service unit. Supervises the food inspection equipment maintenance program, prepares and conducts technical training. Utilized as the subject matter expert and team leader for the food protection quality assurance program. (SGT)
Commissary NCO: Provides direct support to Defense Commissary Agency facilities through sanitary facility inspections, receipt and surveillance inspection of subsistence, and assistance with pest and waste management issues. Conducts inspections to verify sanitation of meat markets and delis and advises the commissary quality assurance element on these issues. Supervises junior personnel in conducting this support. (SGT)
Prime Vendor NCO: Coordinates inspection of subsistence at end user points (destination support). Coordinates Veterinary Command destination audits and support to Navy ships. Maintains contact with prime vendor customers in order to resolve problems and issues. Reviews and processes prime vendor surveillance inspection and returned product reports. Supervises junior personnel in conducting this support. (SGT-SSG)
Procurement Sergeant: Coordinates inspections on government contracts; manages inspection programs and prepares reports for the Defense Logistics Agency; provides quality assurance functions for Operational, Humanitarian, and Unitized Group Rations; coordinates lab submission and results distribution with VETCOM, Natick Soldier Center, VETCOM Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory, and the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (SGT-SSG)
Vet Service NCO: Supervises small food inspection or combined veterinary service unit. Supervises the food inspection equipment maintenance program, prepares and conducts technical training. Utilized as the subject matter expert and team leader for the food protection quality assurance program. (SGT)
68R3O - Skill Level Three
Food Inspection Sergeant: Performs duties of and supervises the functions of preceding skill levels. Develops and directs procurement quality assurance activities in contractor establishments. Supervises small food inspection or combined veterinary service unit. Supervises the food inspection equipment maintenance program, prepares and conducts technical training. Monitors subordinate personnel performance, performs counseling and prepares evaluation reports. Assist veterinarian in control of zoonotic diseases and other animal diseases of military concern and significance. Reviews, consolidates and analyzes food inspection reports. Conduct sanitary inspections in military and commercial facilities. Conducts NBC surveys and decontaminates subsistence supplies. Utilize as the subject matter expert and team leader for the food protection quality assurance program.
Squad Leader, Medical Detachment (Veterinary Services): Supervises small food inspection or combined veterinary service unit. Supervises the food inspection equipment maintenance program, prepares and conducts technical training. Monitors subordinate personnel performance, performs counseling, and prepares evaluation reports. Assists veterinarian in control of zoonotic diseases and other animal diseases of military concern and significance. Reviews, consolidates and analyzes food inspection reports. Utilized as the subject matter expert and leader for the food protection quality assurance program.
Platoon Sergeant: The Platoon Sergeant is the primary assistant and advisor to the platoon leader, with the
responsibility of training and caring for soldiers. The platoon sergeant helps the commander to train the platoon leader and in that regard has an enormous effect on how that young officer perceives NCOs for the rest of his career. The platoon sergeant takes charge of the platoon in the absence of the platoon leader. As the lowest level senior NCO involved in the company METL, platoon sergeants teach collective and individual tasks to soldiers in their squads, crews or equivalent small units.
Quality Auditor: Coordinates inspections on government contracts; manages inspection programs and prepares reports for the Defense Logistics Agency; provides quality assurance functions for Operational, Humanitarian, and Unitized Group Rations; manages all aspects of the quality system audit program to verify contractor's quality system; coordinates lab submission and results distribution with VETCOM, Natick Soldier Center, VETCOM Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory, and the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia.
Training NCO Vet District: Schedules, monitors, and evaluates the unit training program and maintains unit/individual training records. Assists the commander in preparing, monitoring, and evaluating the District Veterinary Command’s training plan.
Squad Leader, Medical Detachment (Veterinary Services): Supervises small food inspection or combined veterinary service unit. Supervises the food inspection equipment maintenance program, prepares and conducts technical training. Monitors subordinate personnel performance, performs counseling, and prepares evaluation reports. Assists veterinarian in control of zoonotic diseases and other animal diseases of military concern and significance. Reviews, consolidates and analyzes food inspection reports. Utilized as the subject matter expert and leader for the food protection quality assurance program.
Platoon Sergeant: The Platoon Sergeant is the primary assistant and advisor to the platoon leader, with the
responsibility of training and caring for soldiers. The platoon sergeant helps the commander to train the platoon leader and in that regard has an enormous effect on how that young officer perceives NCOs for the rest of his career. The platoon sergeant takes charge of the platoon in the absence of the platoon leader. As the lowest level senior NCO involved in the company METL, platoon sergeants teach collective and individual tasks to soldiers in their squads, crews or equivalent small units.
Quality Auditor: Coordinates inspections on government contracts; manages inspection programs and prepares reports for the Defense Logistics Agency; provides quality assurance functions for Operational, Humanitarian, and Unitized Group Rations; manages all aspects of the quality system audit program to verify contractor's quality system; coordinates lab submission and results distribution with VETCOM, Natick Soldier Center, VETCOM Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory, and the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia.
Training NCO Vet District: Schedules, monitors, and evaluates the unit training program and maintains unit/individual training records. Assists the commander in preparing, monitoring, and evaluating the District Veterinary Command’s training plan.
68R4O - Skill Level Four
Food Inspection NCO: Supervise medium sized or combined veterinary service unit. Coordinates transportation, administration, and logistical support of food inspectors and animal care specialists assigned to local activities and at remote sites. Develops, evaluates, and directs individual and collective training programs. Reviews, consolidates and prepares technical reports. Reviews and updates publications. Prepares and reviews correspondence. Serve as advisor to veterinary officer in developing food product quality assurance programs. Supports a variety of administrative and programs related ancillary duties associated with installation and MSC operations.
Branch NCOIC: Primary NCO in the Veterinary Branch. Supervises medium sized or combined veterinary service unit. Coordinates transportation, administration, and logistical support of food inspectors and animal care specialists assigned to local activities and at remote sites. Develops, evaluates, and directs individual and collective training programs. Reviews, consolidates, and prepares technical reports. Reviews and updates publications. Prepares and reviews correspondence. Serves as advisor to veterinary officer in developing food product quality assurance programs. (SFC)
Detachment Sergeant, Medical Detachment (Veterinary Services): Primary NCO in the Headquarters. Coordinates veterinary service activities with all elements of Department of Defense organizations, veterinary staff elements, and subordinate organizations. Participates in command review of unit activities, evaluates training programs, and provides recommendations for improvement. Develops budgets, training schedules, and authorization documents. Assists commander in strategic and tactical planning, risk management procedures, tactical communications, and advises commander on all issues involving enlisted soldiers. (MSG)
Quality Auditor: Coordinates inspections on government contracts; manages inspection programs and prepares reports for the Defense Logistics Agency; provides quality assurance functions for Operational, Humanitarian, and Unitized Group Rations; manages all aspects of the quality system audit program to verify contractor's quality system; coordinates lab submission and results distribution with VETCOM, Natick Soldier Center, VETCOM Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory, and the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia. (SSG-SFC)
Training NCO Vet Region: Schedules, monitors, and evaluates the unit training program and maintains unit/individual training records. Assists the commander in preparing, monitoring, and evaluating the Regional Veterinary Command’s training plan. (SSG-SFC)
Branch NCOIC: Primary NCO in the Veterinary Branch. Supervises medium sized or combined veterinary service unit. Coordinates transportation, administration, and logistical support of food inspectors and animal care specialists assigned to local activities and at remote sites. Develops, evaluates, and directs individual and collective training programs. Reviews, consolidates, and prepares technical reports. Reviews and updates publications. Prepares and reviews correspondence. Serves as advisor to veterinary officer in developing food product quality assurance programs. (SFC)
Detachment Sergeant, Medical Detachment (Veterinary Services): Primary NCO in the Headquarters. Coordinates veterinary service activities with all elements of Department of Defense organizations, veterinary staff elements, and subordinate organizations. Participates in command review of unit activities, evaluates training programs, and provides recommendations for improvement. Develops budgets, training schedules, and authorization documents. Assists commander in strategic and tactical planning, risk management procedures, tactical communications, and advises commander on all issues involving enlisted soldiers. (MSG)
Quality Auditor: Coordinates inspections on government contracts; manages inspection programs and prepares reports for the Defense Logistics Agency; provides quality assurance functions for Operational, Humanitarian, and Unitized Group Rations; manages all aspects of the quality system audit program to verify contractor's quality system; coordinates lab submission and results distribution with VETCOM, Natick Soldier Center, VETCOM Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory, and the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia. (SSG-SFC)
Training NCO Vet Region: Schedules, monitors, and evaluates the unit training program and maintains unit/individual training records. Assists the commander in preparing, monitoring, and evaluating the Regional Veterinary Command’s training plan. (SSG-SFC)
68R5O - Skill Level Five
District NCOIC: Primary NCO in the District Veterinary Command Headquarters. Supervises large combined veterinary service units. Coordinates veterinary service activities with all elements of Department of Defense organizations, veterinary staff elements, and subordinate organizations. Participates in command review of subordinate unit activities, evaluates training programs, and provides recommendations for improvement. Develops budgets, training schedules, and authorization documents. Assists commander in strategic planning, risk management procedures,
communication, and advises commander on all issues involving enlisted soldiers. (MSG)
First Sergeant: The First Sergeant is the senior NCO in companies, batteries and troops. The position of first sergeant is similar to that of the CSM in importance, responsibility and prestige. As far back as the Revolutionary War period, first Sergeants have enforced discipline, fostered loyalty and commitment in their soldiers, maintained duty rosters and made morning reports to their company commanders. Since today’s first sergeants maintain daily contact with and are responsible for training and ensuring the health and welfare of all of the unit’s soldiers and families, this position requires extraordinary leadership and professional competence. First sergeants hold formations, instruct platoon sergeants and assist the commander in daily unit operations. Though first sergeants supervise routine administrative duties their principle duty is training soldiers. The CSM, first sergeant and other key NCOs, must understand the organization’s collective mission essential tasks during METL-based training. Through NCO development programs, performance counseling and other guidance, first sergeants are the Army’s most important mentors in developing subordinate NCOs.
communication, and advises commander on all issues involving enlisted soldiers. (MSG)
First Sergeant: The First Sergeant is the senior NCO in companies, batteries and troops. The position of first sergeant is similar to that of the CSM in importance, responsibility and prestige. As far back as the Revolutionary War period, first Sergeants have enforced discipline, fostered loyalty and commitment in their soldiers, maintained duty rosters and made morning reports to their company commanders. Since today’s first sergeants maintain daily contact with and are responsible for training and ensuring the health and welfare of all of the unit’s soldiers and families, this position requires extraordinary leadership and professional competence. First sergeants hold formations, instruct platoon sergeants and assist the commander in daily unit operations. Though first sergeants supervise routine administrative duties their principle duty is training soldiers. The CSM, first sergeant and other key NCOs, must understand the organization’s collective mission essential tasks during METL-based training. Through NCO development programs, performance counseling and other guidance, first sergeants are the Army’s most important mentors in developing subordinate NCOs.
School Information
School: 081 School Location: FT SAM HOUSTON, TX
Course Title: VETERINARY FOOD INSP SP (BASIC)
Course: 321-68R10 Phase: Course Length: 8 Weeks 0.0 Days
Course Title: VETERINARY FOOD INSP SP (BASIC)
Verifiable Prerequisites
PULHES 222221 Required
Must meet height weight std IAW AR 600-9 YES Required
Normal Red/Green (RG) Perception YES Required
Physical Demand Rating MODERATELY HEAVY - LIFT OCCASIONAL 80 LB, FREQUENT 40 LB Required
Prerequisite Courses
There are no Prerequisite Courses.
Text Prerequisites
Open to Active Army CPL/SPC non-promotable and below, National Guard and Army Reserve SSG (see special information) and below, and DOD civilians. Active Army and Reserve Component soldiers holding MOS 68A, 68K, 68P, 68V and 68WM6 will not be considered. The service remaining requirements (SRR) for in-service Active Army soldiers upon completion of this
course is 9 months. IAW AR 614-200, Chapter 4, Table 4-1. The (SRR) for the Reserve Component are governed by NGR 351-1 (2 Years) or AR 135-200(2 Years). As an exception to policy, USAR Soldiers are TEMPORARILY waived the requirement to fulfill the Ready Reserve obligation upon completion of the course. This policy will be effective for the duration of Partial Mobilization. Enlisted women who are pregnant must be processed IAW AR 635-200. Soldiers should possess normal olfactory senses. No pattern of undesirable behavior as evidenced by civilian or military record. Soldiers will have a high school diploma or GED with credit for general sciences or mathematics with a "C" or higher. A minimum score of 45 on GED Test 5, high school level, is satisfactory for math requirement. Official high school/collegetranscripts are required. Possess a valid state motor vehicle operator's permit. Prior to the departure from home station, soldiers are required to reenlist or extend their term of enlistment in order to fulfill the SRR upon completion of the course. When reporting to the AMEDDC&S for training, and it is determined that soldiers do not meet the SRR, they will not be accepted into the course they requested unless the SRR requirements are fulfilled. The physical profile serials (PULHES) applies to initial entry soldiers only and is not to be used as a prerequisite for soldiers reclassifying into this MOS. A minimum score of 100 in aptitude area ST in Armed Services Vocational aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests administered prior to January 2002. A minimum score of 96 in aptitude area ST on (ASVAB) tests administered on and after 2 January 2002, and prior to July 2004. A minimum score of 95 in aptitude area ST on ASVAB tests administered on and after 1 July 2004. SECURITY: None
Course Scope:
Provides a working knowledge of techniques used to determine identity, condition, and quantity in the food groups: red meats (to include pork), waterfoods, poultry, eggs, dairy products, fresh fruits, and vegetables, and semi-perishables. Also includes sampling procedures, forms, contract administration, basic food inspection procedures (including sensory evaluation), basic food establishment sanitation, food safety and quality assurance, surveillance inspection and veterinary preventive medicine. Other subjects include animal medicine, and selected military subjects. The training will stress the competencies required to perform assigned food inspection responsibilities. Participates in a minimum of 72 hour, scenario-driven, tactical Situational-Field Training Exercise to demonstrate MOS and common Task reinforcement and evaluation. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates are awarded the 68R MOS.
Special Information:
Reserve Component soldiers will arrive at Fort Sam Houston with the following items MPRJ 201 file, Medical Record, Dental Record and complete basic clothing issue, to include running shoes. Other services must meet equivalent course prerequisites unless waived by host service. Active Army utilize DA Form 4187 and include DA Form 2A (or ERB), DA Form 2-1, and letters of recommendation evaluating the soldiers potential and ability to complete this course. National Guard and Army Reserve SSG's will receive a certificate of completion for attending this course, additional skill level 30 training is required to be awarded the MOS. ALL REQUESTS FOR WAIVERS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO: CDR, AMEDD Center & School, AMEDD Personnel Proponent Directorate, ATTN: MCCS-DE, 1400 E. Grayson Street, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234-5052.
Course Title: VETERINARY FOOD INSP SP (BASIC)
Course: 321-68R10 Phase: Course Length: 8 Weeks 0.0 Days
Course Title: VETERINARY FOOD INSP SP (BASIC)
Verifiable Prerequisites
PULHES 222221 Required
Must meet height weight std IAW AR 600-9 YES Required
Normal Red/Green (RG) Perception YES Required
Physical Demand Rating MODERATELY HEAVY - LIFT OCCASIONAL 80 LB, FREQUENT 40 LB Required
Prerequisite Courses
There are no Prerequisite Courses.
Text Prerequisites
Open to Active Army CPL/SPC non-promotable and below, National Guard and Army Reserve SSG (see special information) and below, and DOD civilians. Active Army and Reserve Component soldiers holding MOS 68A, 68K, 68P, 68V and 68WM6 will not be considered. The service remaining requirements (SRR) for in-service Active Army soldiers upon completion of this
course is 9 months. IAW AR 614-200, Chapter 4, Table 4-1. The (SRR) for the Reserve Component are governed by NGR 351-1 (2 Years) or AR 135-200(2 Years). As an exception to policy, USAR Soldiers are TEMPORARILY waived the requirement to fulfill the Ready Reserve obligation upon completion of the course. This policy will be effective for the duration of Partial Mobilization. Enlisted women who are pregnant must be processed IAW AR 635-200. Soldiers should possess normal olfactory senses. No pattern of undesirable behavior as evidenced by civilian or military record. Soldiers will have a high school diploma or GED with credit for general sciences or mathematics with a "C" or higher. A minimum score of 45 on GED Test 5, high school level, is satisfactory for math requirement. Official high school/collegetranscripts are required. Possess a valid state motor vehicle operator's permit. Prior to the departure from home station, soldiers are required to reenlist or extend their term of enlistment in order to fulfill the SRR upon completion of the course. When reporting to the AMEDDC&S for training, and it is determined that soldiers do not meet the SRR, they will not be accepted into the course they requested unless the SRR requirements are fulfilled. The physical profile serials (PULHES) applies to initial entry soldiers only and is not to be used as a prerequisite for soldiers reclassifying into this MOS. A minimum score of 100 in aptitude area ST in Armed Services Vocational aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests administered prior to January 2002. A minimum score of 96 in aptitude area ST on (ASVAB) tests administered on and after 2 January 2002, and prior to July 2004. A minimum score of 95 in aptitude area ST on ASVAB tests administered on and after 1 July 2004. SECURITY: None
Course Scope:
Provides a working knowledge of techniques used to determine identity, condition, and quantity in the food groups: red meats (to include pork), waterfoods, poultry, eggs, dairy products, fresh fruits, and vegetables, and semi-perishables. Also includes sampling procedures, forms, contract administration, basic food inspection procedures (including sensory evaluation), basic food establishment sanitation, food safety and quality assurance, surveillance inspection and veterinary preventive medicine. Other subjects include animal medicine, and selected military subjects. The training will stress the competencies required to perform assigned food inspection responsibilities. Participates in a minimum of 72 hour, scenario-driven, tactical Situational-Field Training Exercise to demonstrate MOS and common Task reinforcement and evaluation. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates are awarded the 68R MOS.
Special Information:
Reserve Component soldiers will arrive at Fort Sam Houston with the following items MPRJ 201 file, Medical Record, Dental Record and complete basic clothing issue, to include running shoes. Other services must meet equivalent course prerequisites unless waived by host service. Active Army utilize DA Form 4187 and include DA Form 2A (or ERB), DA Form 2-1, and letters of recommendation evaluating the soldiers potential and ability to complete this course. National Guard and Army Reserve SSG's will receive a certificate of completion for attending this course, additional skill level 30 training is required to be awarded the MOS. ALL REQUESTS FOR WAIVERS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO: CDR, AMEDD Center & School, AMEDD Personnel Proponent Directorate, ATTN: MCCS-DE, 1400 E. Grayson Street, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234-5052.
