nine-folder project package. Figure 2-3 is an outline of the standardized NCF project package. You will use this format on all tasked projects. The forms for each file may be obtained from the regimental operations department. A flowchart showing the sequence of planning steps is provided in figure 2-4. We will examine the planning sequence and see how the project package is created step by step. These steps also are listed in the project planning milestones list in figure 2-5. Planning milestones should be assigned by Ops at the beginning of home port.

REVIEWING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A thorough review of the plans and specifications are absolutely necessary. Figure 2-6 provides a checklist for this review. In addition to the checklist items, many questions, such as those in the following list, must be answered:

Scheduling

What is the scheduled progress at turnover?

Is sufficient time allotted?

Will long lead-time materials be available?

Is work required in occupied buildings?

Is roofing, sitework, or other weather-dependent work to be done in the rainy season?

Do the specifications require phasing of work?

Site conditions

Are there any hazardous materials present (such as asbestos floor tile, siding, roofing, insulation)?

Figure 2-4. - Project planning flowchart.