Backlog of Navy Enlisted Personnel Awaiting Training Results in Inefficiency and Unnecessary Cost
FPCD-82-42
Published: Jun 18, 1982. Publicly Released: Jun 18, 1982.
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Highlights
GAO examined the trainee backlog problem in the Navy's initial skill training program to determine what action could minimize the backlog.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Department of the Navy | The Secretary of the Navy should establish standards for the minimum size, time delays, and categories for the population awaiting instruction. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of the Navy | The Secretary of the Navy should translate these standards into specific firm targets for each school. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of the Navy | The Secretary of the Navy should adjust recruit training schedules to allow a smoother flow of trainees directly from recruit training into individual skill training. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of the Navy | The Secretary of the Navy should request Department of Defense approval to expand the justification for the annual training budget to include the costs of student backlogs. |
The Navy conducted discussions with DOD regarding budget submission format in support of Navy training, but the Navy does not plan nor budget for student backlogs. DOD believes that because student backlogs are caused by unprogramed changes to training plans, it is inappropriate to request budget justifications.
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