WASHINGTON SURVEYOR THE
April 02, 2018
By MC3 Trey Hutcheson
By MC2 Bryan Mai
APRIL 1, 1893
WEIGHT OF THE ANCHOR
NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A CPO
By MC3 Jamin Gordon
By MCSA Adam Ferrero
THE USS CHIEF
ANCHORS ON THE MESS DECK
FOR SERVICE AND TRADITION
GW’S CHIEFS SERVE LUNCH
CPO Edition
The Washington Surveyor
Commanding Officer CAPT Glenn Jamison
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On the cover: (March 26, 2018) ABFC Jarron Moore takes burger orders from Sailors during lunch on the mess deck of the Floating Accommodation Facility (FAF). (Photo by MCSA Adam Ferrero)
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CAPT Colin Day
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Departmental LCPO MCCS Reginald Buggs
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(March 23, 2018) ABECS Erik Reed, right, and MMC Fadi Kalouch bowl during a CPO 360 event alongside Sailors from GW’s first class petty officer association. (Photo my MC3 Kashif Basharat)
MC2 Bryan Mai MC3 Kashif Basharat MC3 Carter Denton MC3 Joshua DuFrane MC3 Jamin Gordon MC3 Shayla Hamilton MC3 Trey Hutcheson MC3 Brian Sipe MC3 Kristen Yarber MCSN Michael Botts MCSA Adam Ferrero MCSA Steven Young
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(Aug. 22, 2016) An MH-60S Sea Hawk assigned to the Chargers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 prepares to drop cargo onto the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington during a replenishment-at-sea. (Photo by MC3 Bryan Mai)
S-6/ AVIATION SUPPLY By MCSA Steven Young
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he flight deck of an aircraft carrier is possibly one of the most hectic work environments imaginable. The launching and recovery of multi-million-dollar aircraft, along with the constant movement of tractors, support equipment and personnel makes for a dangerous, yet exciting setting. With its move into Newport News Shipyard (NNS) for refueling complex overhaul (RCOH), the Nimitzclass aircraft carrier USS George Washington’s (CVN 73) flight deck has been uncharacteristically quiet as of recent. This has brought about a major change in the day-to-day duties of Sailors assigned to George
Washington’s aviation supply, or S-6, division of supply department. “S-6 is aviation parts,” said Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Dontavious Dawson, the S-6 division leading petty officer. “There isn’t much going on in the way of aviation currently, so now we’re like an Amazon or FEDEX (Federal Express) warehouse, transporting materials from here [Norfolk] to Newport News.” With the absence of flight operations and aircraft due to RCOH, the aviation community aboard George Washington has had to adapt to different roles, but their contribution to the overall mission of the ship is no less important. “Right now, S-6 is still important
because without us the ship wouldn’t get its materials,” said Dawson. “We are sort of like the middle man, so now the role we play is getting material from point A to point B. Obviously being in the yards has changed our mission. The transporting of the material is our main priority now.” Although their shipboard responsibilities have changed, S-6 Sailors have embraced the conversions. “Underway there’s way more responsibility,” said Dawson. “The high priority items are much more visible. Underway you’re flying birds, so we have to have the supplies and materials to support the bird. Being in the shipyard is definitely a lot more laid
(Aug. 22, 2016) Sailors transport cargo on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington during a replenishment-at-sea. (Photo by MC3 Bryan Mai)
back. We can focus more on training. We can take our time with showing the younger guys the different avenues of supply. The tempo has slowed down so to speak.” While emphasis is placed on receiving training and qualifications during the time spent in the shipyard, it can be difficult to provide comprehensive hands-on training. “We’re not doing what we normally do underway, so it’s more difficult to train because we can’t really show what is supposed to be done,” said Dawson. “Now it’s like we’re just reading them the publication, reading the books and telling the guy ‘ok, this is what you would do.’ Sometimes we can take them to the warehouse and actually show them if we were underway, this is what we would do, but because we’re not doing that on a regular basis so it
can be harder for them to grasp it.” The transition from providing solely aviation materials to virtually anything that the ship may need has provided Sailors in S-6 with plenty to keep them occupied. “Its kept me busy,” said Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Ileana Marrerorivera, the financial audit and compliance enhancement tool (FACET) coordinator of S-6, speaking of the move into the shipyard. “I’ve actually learned how to multi-task between my job titles that I have over here. I delegate my job to certain people. I’m teaching them because I’m transferring in November, so the more people that know the job the better and easier of a transition it will be. I’ll feel confident in knowing that I’m leaving my responsibilities to someone who knows what they’re doing.”
Every department aboard George Washington is comparable to a component of a machine, each working cohesively to achieve a common goal. The versatility displayed by S-6 Sailors to take on altered tasks only supports this cause. “It’s like a chain reaction,” said Merrerorivera. “If you take a link out of a chain the whole entire thing loses its support. That’s basically what supply does, we support the other divisions, and without us you can’t really run a carrier of any type of ship for that matter.” S-6 operates primarily out of Norfolk. S-6 Sailors continue to balance all their tasks, from delivering flame resistant variant (FRV) coveralls and other goods to various locations including NNS, to training their junior Sailors.
(Sept. 15, 2017) Chief petty officer combination covers rest on a table during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony at Bayview Commonwealth Center on Langley Air Force Base. (Photo by MC2 Jessica Gomez)
“We must measure ourselves on the success of our junior Sailors, and afford them the opportunities to be successful Sailors as we were given in the past.” -YNC Ryan Bagtas
Weight of the Anchors By MC2 Bryan Mai
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he chief petty officer (CPO) is the culmination of hard work, experience, technical expertise and leadership. Every year new chiefs step up and take on the mantle of leadership that their predecessors left behind. Although they were pinned and advanced to the rank of chief petty officer just a few months ago, these chiefs work just as hard as those before them. These new chiefs may have only just started wearing their anchors, but they feel the weight of them every day. “As a first class, you make a decision and the CPO would be there to assist you if needed, and give you different things to consider and help make the best decision,” said Chief Yeoman Ryan Bagtas, leading chief
petty officer of the X-1 division aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). “But as a CPO, you will make the final decision, and have to ensure you are making the right decision for your office and junior Sailors.” While moving up to becoming a chief from being a first class is only one rank, the responsibilities that come along with it increases tremendously. “To me, being a chief means knowing how to be a true deckplate leader to those around you, both up and down the chain of command, whether it’s by mentorship, training or personal and professional development,” said Bagtas. “We must measure ourselves on the
success of our junior Sailors, and afford them the opportunities to be successful Sailors as we were given in the past. You have to be able to understand the mission and vision of your command, and your superiors, and be able to carry it out with those around you by utilizing our core values.” The chiefs of a department make decisions that will benefit the department and their command, but these decisions may not always be popular with junior Sailors. “As a chief, you see more and have a better understanding of the bigger picture,” said Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Matthew Schofield, quality assurance supervisor of George Washington’s IM-5 division. “For example, no one
wants to work extra hours. As a third class, a second class or even a first class, you may not understand why it is necessary to do so, and you may be upset with the chief for making the decision to work late. As a chief, you understand why staying and working late may be a sacrifice you need to make so you can end up with a better product and result.”
(Sept. 15, 2017) Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Matthew Schofield receives his chief cover during the chief pinning the ceremony at Bay Bayview Commonwealth Center on Langley Air Force Base. (Photo by MC2 Anna Van Nuys)
The Chiefs Mess is known for their tight-knit community where the chiefs assist each other to achieve tasks and accomplish requirements to lead the command from the deckplates and from the front. “Making chief was a personal goal that I never thought I would be able to reach,” said Schofield. “I’m glad this was bestowed upon me. I’ve wanted to have many Sailors sit down and let me help them but as a chief, I will be able to do it much more effectively. If I can’t do
anything for them, I have the Chiefs Mess that will be able to back me up and assist me in any way they can.” Advancing a paygrade will feel amazing regardless whether it is a third class or a chief, but being a chief is much more than increased pay and a title. They have the responsibility to lead their Sailors and carry out the vision their commanding officer has for the ship and make the necessary sacrifice needed to accomplish that.
(Sept. 15, 2017) USS George Washington’s (CVN 73) newest chief petty officers bow their heads during the benediction at a chief pinning ceremony at Bayview Commonwealth Center on Langley Air Force Base. (Photo by MC2 Jessica Gomez)
ANCHORSONMESS GW CHIEFS VOLUNTEER TO SERVE LUNCH TO CREW By MCSN Adam Ferrero
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he rank of Chief Petty Officer (CPO) was first established in the United States Navy on April 1st, 1893. Now, 125 years later, the anniversary of this monumental day is something that Navy Sailors still proudly recognize, from fresh seamen to seasoned admirals. “As Chiefs, we are the gate keepers of customs and traditions,” said Chief Machinist Mate Dawn Turner, the Leading Chief Petty Officer of Reactor Propulsion in the Reactor Department aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). “It’s imperative that the history associated with where we come from and where we are now is passed down to our future Sailors.” Chiefs assigned to George Washington served lunch to the crew on the mess deck of the floating accommodation facility (FAF) Monday, March 26 in recognition of the upcoming anniversary. “Serving lunch for the crew was a way to give back to the command, give some of our hardest working Sailors a break, and it was a time to provide mentorship,” said Turner. “Mentorship isn’t always sitting down at a table writing goals. Most mentorship happens during the brief conversations in the passage ways, stopping by the ship store, or while serving tatter tots and fried cabbage.” The lunch was well received by the crew, with some surprised to
find their food being served by those appointed over them. “It definitely threw me off, seeing higher ranking people doing these jobs,” said Airman Reilly McCourt, a Sailor assigned to George Washington security. “It was cool getting to connect with the Chiefs in that way.” Turner said that she enjoyed serving lunch to junior Sailors, as well talking and getting to know them. “I think junior Sailors often forget that we didn’t enlist in the Navy as Chiefs and that, in most cases, we have done the things that we task them to do, and even some of the things that we urge them not to do,” said Turner. “I might have served the future MCPON (Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy) or the future Captain of the USS George Washington. Hopefully seeing the
Chiefs sparked interest in what we were doing.” Turner said she was confident that a few of the Sailors probably looked up the CPO birthday or went back and asked their Chief about the history. McCourt said that he appreciated the meaning of the lunch, and that it made him interested in the history behind the Chief rank. “Everybody in the Navy serves in different ways,” said McCourt. “Everybody has leadership responsibilities too. In a way, this seems like a good representation of that. Chiefs are an important part of the chain of command because they guide through experience; they’ve been in our shoes.” The lunch was one of several events planned to help celebrate the CPO birthday. “Various Chiefs will be serving
(March 26, 2018) LSC Genorse Gilbert, left, and LSCM Mary Ames serve food to Sailors during lunch. (Photo by MCSA Adam Ferrero)
lunch until Thursday,” said Turner. “On Friday we will be taking a Mess photo. Monday April 2nd we will have a cake cutting ceremony. At the end of the month we will be having a dining in ceremony that actually has historical George Washington influence.” The efforts of the CPOs aboard George Washington did not go unappreciated. “I’d like to thank them,” said McCourt. “I appreciate their hard work.” However, being a Chief is not about receiving thank you’s. “Being the Chief is often a thankless job,” said Turner. “When most Sailors see us, they only see the person that tells them to get a haircut, polish their boots or get their warfare designators. They don’t see the person that is writing their evals or awards packages, nor do they realize that our decisions are based on the big picture that
they don’t always get to see. Servant leadership is something that all Chiefs should strive for, and although the biggest efforts might go unseen I think we should all find the time to do the little things.” Chief petty officers shoulder numerous responsibilities. For 125
years, they have been an integral part of the framework making up the United States Navy, and as such, the anniversary of their origin remains a celebrated day in Navy history. Their contributions throughout the years, great and small, are worth remembering.
(March 26, 2018) Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate David Hooker serves food to Sailors during lunch on the mess deck of the Floating Accommodation Facility (FAF). (Photo by MCSA Adam Ferrreo)
(March 26, 2018) Chief Machinist Mate Dawn Turner serves food to Sailors during lunch on the mess deck of the Floating Accommodation Facility (FAF). (Photo by MCSA Adam Ferrero)
April 1, 1893: NavyChiefNavyPride
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hiefs are known as the leaders on the deckplates. April 1, 1893, began a tradition of celebrating the great achievement of wearing anchors in the Navy. Regardless if the anchor has no stars or three stars, April 1 is a significant date for Navy chiefs that is almost impossible to forget. Chief petty officers aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) share their experience on their first chief’s birthday, and why the birthday is important. Master Chief Operations Specialist Lumarie Suders, the operations department leading chief petty officer, has plenty of experience when it comes to the chief’s birthday. The first time Suders participated in the chief’s birthday aboard a ship was a special occasion she will never forget. “My first one [chief’s birthday] on a ship was a significant and memorable one for me,” said Suders. “We had a junior crew, and our triad [commanding officer, executive officer, command master chief] encouraged us to share our birthday with the junior Sailors. The whole week was focused on us sharing our history and serving the crew. Even though we were on deployment, we still had some fun. We had great things to share with all of the Sailors
By MC3 Trey Hutcheson about the history of chiefs. It was a positive and motivating thing to see the camaraderie and pride that was brought out when it was time for our birthday to be celebrated with the crew.” While Suders’ first chief’s birthday experience was shared as a teaching moment with junior Sailors, Chief Personnel Specialist Brad Mcanuff, the leading chief petty officer of personnel, had a slightly different experience on his first Navy chief’s birthday. “My first CPO [chief petty officer] birthday was pretty cool,” said Mcanuff. “It showcased the camaraderie between the different CPO messes, and made you feel that you were part of something bigger than yourself. I just realized for the first time how big the CPO mess really was. For that reason, it is the most memorable one for me.” The chief’s birthday can be a time to teach, a time to celebrate and a time to reflect on how the rank has progressed over the years. “For me it is a time to reflect on the growth of a chief,” said Suders. “What the chief was when it was initially formed, and what it is today are different. I don’t mean different in a bad way, but it is different in the ‘needs for the Navy’ kind of way. Just like an individual birthday, you reflect on the previous year, and where you were. I reflect on our
history, as well as my own personal growth as a chief through the last year.” As some khakis like Suders may take this time of year as an opportunity for reflection, others may look at it as a time to share and unite senior Sailors and junior Sailors. To me the chief’s birthday marks the occasion when leaders recognize the junior Sailors that helped to support the CPO throughout the rest of the year,” said Mcanuff. “The CPO birthday is really about the junior Sailors.” The chief’s birthday has multiple events that help convey what the chief’s birthday represents. “I always love the final event of each birthday week, which is the birthday luncheon,” said Suders. “It’s always like a family reunion. You get to see old shipmates, catch up and break bread with folks you used to, or are currently serving with.” No matter what the rank is for a Sailor, the chief’s birthday is a time for everyone to pay homage to the rank chief petty officer. It was 125 years ago that the chief petty officer rank was created, and with more chiefs willing to help spread the history and what it means to be a chief, the rank can continue to grow for 125 more years.
TheUSSChief: A
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pril 1, has taken on many forms of significance throughout time. The most notorious probably being the infamous April Fool’s Day, this year it will be Easter, but most notable for the Navy, April 1, 1893 marked the official birth of the Navy chief. While different commands throughout the fleet celebrate and honor chiefs in various ways year-round, one of the ultimate honors was having a ship with chief as its namesake.
By MC3 Jamin Gordon The Auk class minesweeper ship USS Chief (AM-315), commissioned Oct. 9, 1943, was originally built for Great Britain. This minesweeping ship saw her fair share of sea time. According to www.public.navy. mil, the USS Chief left San Diego December 1943, and set Sail for Hawaii and Kwajalein. During this expedition, she did was she was built for, clearing mines and performing antisubmarine missions. During her first lifetime, Chief served
as a flagship, escorted DeGrasse (AP164) to Pearl Harbor and assisted in the salvage of YMS-418. The Chief was recommissioned Feb. 28, 1952, continuing work off the coast of Korea, along with TF 95 to help protect the truce. In honor of all her hard work, Chief was awarded five battle stars for her service during World War II and two battle stars for her sacrifice in the Korean War. Chief was decommissioned and
USS Chief (AM-315)The enlisted complement of USS Chief poses alongside their ship, circa 1952-54. (Photo Courtesy of history.navy.mil)
(Mar. 11, 2016) Mine countermeasure ship USS Chief (MCM 14) departs White Beach Naval Facility to join up with USS Patriot (MCM 7) as they prepare to conduct squadron level mine countermeasure training which includes mine hunting and mine sweeping. (Photo by Lt. David Levy)
placed in reserve march 15, 1955. Almost 40 years late, the avengerclass mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) was christened June 12, 1993. She was christened by Mrs. Susan Bushey, the wife of the seventh Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Duane Bushey. According to the ship’s webpage on www.public.navy.mil, Chief was made
in honor of the service and tradition of chiefs throughout the Navy. Chief was commissioned July 8, 1994, by her first commanding officer, LCDR Timothy S. Garrold. Chief continues to serve in the Pacific Fleet in various exercises with its fellow Pacific Fleet ship counterparts.
(Nov. 5, 1994) Commissioning of USS Chief (MCM-14). Photo courtesy of history.navy.mil)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (NNS) -- Guidedmissile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) rescued three fishermen March 27 off the coast of Georgia. At approximately 4 a.m. Hue City was notified by the U.S. Coast Guard and guided-missile destroyer USS Mitscher (DDG 57) that a small craft in their vicinity had issued a distress signal and needed assistance. Hue City Commanding Officer, Capt. Jake Douglas, and the ship’s crew turned to the last known position of the distressed vessel, fishing vessel Barbara Lynn, and began the search. Approximately 20 minutes later, the cruiser’s lookout spotted the flashing strobe light of the life raft and its three
By By Ensign Nicholas Vandiver, USS Hue City (CG 66) Public Affairs Officer
passengers Hue City deployed their Search and Rescue Swimmer, Sonar Technician (Surface) 3rd Class Nathan Andrade, a native of Stockton, California, who swam to the life raft and assisted in attaching the rescue harness to each passenger. The ship recovered survivors using medical litters and a rescue davit. “When I woke up to the call that someone needed to be rescued, I was just praying to God that everyone was safe,” said Andrade. “Thanks to great teamwork from the boatswains mates and everyone else willing to help, we were able to save everyone and bring them on board safely.” Two hours after receiving the distress
call, all three passengers were aboard Hue City with no significant injuries. Following the rescue, the recovered personnel were transferred by an embarked helicopter from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 70 to Naval Station Mayport, Florida, for further assessment and treatment. “The Hue City team did a great job this morning,” said Douglas. “They showed their excellence in seamanship and exemplified the Navy Core Values. We are glad to have been able to assist fellow mariners at sea.” Hue City is underway supporting Carrier Strike Group 4 Task Force Exercise 18-2.
HEALTH/WELLNESS
10 TIPS FOR EATING HEALTHY Healthy eating is one of the most effective ways to improve your health and manage your weight, but what does eating healthy mean for you? Understanding how to best fuel your body is an important first step to good nutrition and weight management. Take a moment to think about how your lifestyle impacts your diet. Unsure where or how to make changes to improve your health and manage your weight?
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・Incorporate fruits and vegetables of different colors, lean meats, and whole grains of different types into your diet ・Check out Eat the Rainbow Infographic for ideas of what to add to your diet
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Be cautious of lowfat or fat-free foods
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Eat high-fiber foods
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Understand your caloric balance
・Avoid foods with a lot of ingredients or ingredients you don’t understand on the label ・Have fast food only on rare occasions
・Check the label before you buy – is there added sugar or sodium? ・If there is more sugar or sodium in the low-fat version, choose the full-fat version but eat the right-sized portion
・Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans are good high-fiber food options
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(calories in vs. calories out)
(Sept. 30, 2016) The guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) is conducting routine training and operations in preparation for an upcoming deployment with the George H.W. Bush Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Justin R. DiNiro/Released)
The infographic below gives you quick and easy tips for what you can accomplish, how you can do it, and how it improves your health. Also, check out the 31-Day Challenge for tips on healthy eating, active living, and positive psychological and emotional well-being to help you create daily habits to support a heathy lifestyle.
・If you eat more calories than you use, you’ll gain weight
・Track calories to make sure you’re not overeating for your activity level ・Use United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) SuperTracker to track your food
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・Prevent boredom or feeling deprived
・Get a variety of nutrients your body needs
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・Processed foods are often high in calories, fat, added sugar, and sodium, so limiting them in your diet benefits your health
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・Low-fat or fat-free products often contain added sugar or sodium so keep an eye out for those ingredients to help you decide whether to buy
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・Stay on track to maintain or lose weight
・See how much you eat each day – the results may surprise you
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