The primary focus is on the needed repair functions to return items to the supply system or to support the reparable exchange program. Much of the required repair is at the depot level, which requires skills that are not available in TOE units. The establishment of such a repair capability could include teams that operate in one location, teams dispatched to the unit activity, or a combination. The activity will also provide technical assistance and support retrograde. The senior AOAP member in the theater will serve as the chief of the oil analysis division.
Designated laboratories test oil and grease samples and provide the results to the supported units.
The chief will coordinate all AOAP requirements in theater. The program is conducted in accordance with AR 750-25. Battle damage assessment teams provide on-site support and collection of information, for example, munitions ballistic effects on armored vehicles, for use in the improvement and design of US weapon systems. Munitions Technical, logistical, and training emphasis includes the safety, movement, storage, maintenance, recovery and supply, and serviceability determination of ammunition. As required, the munitions division will deploy ammunition specialists and managers to coordinate accountability, perform limited renovation, assist with retrograde, and provide technical advice for demilitarization and disposal.