RegulationsIntroductionRegulations govern every facet of military life, including the jobs we do andhow we do them. They provide guidance and direction. They ensureuniformity and discipline. However, the word regulations seems always tohave a derogatory connotation, but regulations actually work for you. Whenyou know and operate within the guidelines of published regulations, you,your shop, and the people that work for you are well taken care of.Local policyLocal commands may have an established policy regarding the function anduse of the Graphics shop. Some do not. If a guidance policy does not existfor your shop, it would be wise for you to create one. If one exists, review itannually and update it as necessary.A command policy or instruction minimizes the opportunity to abuse shoppersonnel, equipment, and supplies. It establishes procedures, establishes achain of command for requesting services, and sets criteria for priority work.When you have to create a command policy or instruction, use existingguidance already promulgated in Navy and Department of Defenseinstructions.GoverningAlthough the instructions in this section were current at the time of thisdirectiveswriting, they are subject to periodic review. Gather these instructions asreference material and be sure to collect the most recent edition. Thistraining manual will not cover them in detail.Continued on next page1-6
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