SUMMARYThis chapter has covered the Navy’s view ofdiscipline as a method of training that corrects, molds,strengthens, or perfects mental faculties and character.The general authority and organizational authority of apetty officer was explained as well as what a lawfulorder means. You have seen how unique the Navy is ingiving you added responsibility and letting youdevelop to the fullest. You know how to report aviolation properly by using the report chit. You haveseen the processing of a chit through the chain ofcommand, and you are aware of the importance of therights of the accused.You should understand that along with yourresponsibility you need to use good judgment whenreporting major offenses. Some ideas were presentedon how to correct minor violations through counseling,extended working hours, or the temporary loss ofspecial privileges.No matter what your position, as a petty officer,you are a disciplinarian for the Navy. You will use atone time or another every form of discipline to get thejob done. How you fare will depend on your approach.As a petty officer, you have the responsibility to helpmaintain good order and discipline within the Navy.When you place a person on report, you are stating thatall other methods to maintain good order and disciplinehave failed. That means the only action left is for thecommand to take appropriate disciplinary actionagainst the person who has violated the UCMJ. Do nottreat serious charges and grievances lightly. Seek theadvice of someone in authority.As a petty officer, you not only will be watched byyour superiors but also by your subordinates and peers.The time you take at the barbershop/beauty shopgetting a neat haircut will not only keep you lookingsharp in the eyes of the civilian community and yourshipmates but will give you pride in yourself. The seabag of clothing issued to you at enlistment is to bemaintained and updated with the appropriate uniformsthroughout your Navy career. Take pride in your crow(slang for PO rating badge). Make sure it is sewn onproperly. Your appearance in uniform reflects the prideyou have in the Navy and your self-respect. Wear youruniform with pride and dignity; you’ll not go wrong.REFERENCESManagement Fundamentals: A Guide for Senior andMaster Chief Petty Officers, NAVEDTRA 10049,Naval Education and Training ProgramManagement Support Activity, Pensacola, FL,1990.Manual for Courts-Martial, U.S. Government PrintingOffice, Washington, DC, 1998.Manual of the Judge Advocate General, JAGINST5800.7, Office of the Judge Advocate General,Alexandria, VA, 1991.Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S.Navy, OPNAVINST 3120.32C, Chief of NavalOperations, Washington, DC, 1994.United States Navy Regulations, Department of theNavy, Washington, DC, 1990.United States Navy Uniform Regulations, NAVPERS15665I, Bureau of Naval Personnel, Washington,DC, 2000.2-12Q10.While in uniform women may wear both anecklace and a choker.1.True2.FalseREVIEW QUESTION
Integrated Publishing, Inc. - A (SDVOSB) Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
