Bmr navy

NONRESIDENT TRAINING COURSE
February 2002

Basic Military Requirements
NAVEDTRA 14325

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

Although the words “he,” “him,” and “his” are used sparingly in this course to enhance communication, they are not intended to be gender driven or to affront or discriminate against anyone.

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A:Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

PREFACE
By enrolling in this self-study course, you have demonstrated a desire to improve yourself and the Navy. Remember, however, this self-study course is only one part of the total Navy training program. Practical experience, schools, selected reading, and your desire to succeed are also necessary to successfully round out a fullymeaningful training program. COURSE OVERVIEW: Basic Military Requirements, NAVEDTRA 14325, is a self-study training manual (TRAMAN)/nonresidsent training course (NRTC) that covers the basic knowledges required of the men and women of the U.S. Navy and Naval Reserve. This TRAMAN/NRTC provides subject matter that directly relates to the naval standards for the apprenticeship (E-2/E-3) rates. The navalstandards are found in the Manual of Navy Enlisted Manpower and Personnel Classification and Occupational Standards (Volume 1), NAVPERS 18068F. THE COURSE: This self-study course is organized into subject matter areas, each containing learning objectives to help you determine what you should learn along with text and illustrations to help you understand the information. The subject matter reflectsday-to-day requirements and experiences of personnel in the rating or skill area. It also reflects guidance provided by Enlisted Community Managers (ECMs) and other senior personnel, technical references, instructions, etc., and either the occupational or naval standards, which are listed in the Manual of Navy Enlisted Manpower Personnel Classifications and Occupational Standards, NAVPERS 18068.THE QUESTIONS: The questions that appear in this course are designed to help you understand the material in the text. VALUE: In completing this course, you will improve your military and professional knowledge. Importantly, it can also help you study for the Navy-wide advancement in rate examination. If you are studying and discover a reference in the text to another publication for furtherinformation, look it up.

2002 Revision Only Errata Incorporated

Published by NAVAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER

NAVSUP Logistics Tracking Number 0504-LP-101-1377

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Sailor’s Creed
“I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me. Irepresent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country’s Navy combat team with honor, courage and commitment. I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.”

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER PAGE 1. Policies and Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 2. Military Conduct andJustice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 3. Watch Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 4. Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 5. Naval History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 6. Naval Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 7. Basic Seamanship . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 8. Ship/Aircraft Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 9. Customs and Courtesies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 10. Uniforms and Formations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 11. Small Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 12. Damage Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....