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UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 111943Z JUN 20 MID510001254398U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 167/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/JUN// SUBJ/SEPTEMBER 2020 (CYCLE 107) NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAMINATIONS FOR SELECTED RESERVE E-4 THROUGH E-6 PETTY OFFICERS// REF/A/DOC/BUPERS/19SEP18// REF/B/MSG/SECNAV WASHINGTON DC/052044ZMAR13// REF/C/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/201449ZDEC18// REF/D/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/272057ZDEC18// NARR/REF A IS BUPERSINST 1430.16G, ADVANCEMENT MANUAL FOR ENLISTED PERSONNEL OF THE U.S. NAVY AND U.S. NAVY RESERVE. REF B IS ALNAV 015/13, PERSONNEL SECURITY INVESTIGATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS. REF C IS NAVADMIN 312/18, ADVANCEMENT POLICY UPDATE. REF D IS NAVADMIN 316/18, ENLISTED ADVANCEMENT WORKSHEET.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces the September 2020 (cycle 107) Navy- wide advancement exam (NWAE) for advancement-in-rate of Selected Reserve (SELRES) Sailors. Due to the postponement of the February 2020 (cycle 106) NWAE, the administration month for cycle 107 NWAE has been shifted from August 2020 to September 2020. Commencing with cycle 107, Canvasser Recruiters with special program indicator (SPI) code of *W* will take the SELRES exam and be rank- ordered for advancement with other SELRES candidates. Full-Time Support personnel with a SPI code of *V* will take cycle 248 Active- Duty NWAEs. a. All candidates serving on voluntary recall or mobilization will compete for advancement as a SELRES. b. This NAVADMIN supplements reference (a). c. In addition to the requirements in chapter 6 of reference (a) and this NAVADMIN, Educational Services Officers (ESO) must follow the pre-exam preparation requirements in the exam verbatim located on the Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS) website via MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement- center/my-eso. 2. Eligibility Requirements. For all E-4 through E-6 candidates, eligibility requirements are found in chapter 2 of reference (a), with the following information specific only to cycle 107: a. The terminal eligibility date used to compute time-in-rate (TIR) for E-4 through E-6 is 1 January 2021. b. The minimum TIR date must be on or before (1) E-6 - 1 January 2018 (2) E-5 - 1 January 2020 (3) E-4 - 1 July 2020 c. E-6 candidate TIR requirements for early promote Sailors can be waived by 1 year with commanding officer (CO)/officer-in-charge (OIC) approval, in line with paragraph 214 of reference (a). d. High-year tenure (HYT) date for E-4 through E-6 must be effective 1 January 2021 or later. Any HYT waiver must be approved prior to 1 August 2020. Candidates who have submitted a formal written request for voluntary transfer to the retired reserve (with or without pay) or Fleet Reserve on a date prior to their mandated HYT are ineligible for advancement. e. Candidates in a rating requiring a security clearance must have a favorable investigation adjudication by the Department of Defense Central Adjudication Facility reflected properly in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) prior to 1 August 2020. If the CO of the candidate grants an interim clearance, it must be entered in JPAS prior to 1 August 2020. Candidates must maintain security clearance eligibility throughout the advancement cycle to be eligible for advancement. If, for any reason, a clearance is denied or revoked, an exam is not authorized until a new clearance is granted. Ratings requiring a security clearance are AC, AE, AG, AO, AT, AWF, AWO, AWR, AWS, AZ, CTI, CTN, CTR, CTT, EOD, ET, ETR, ETV, FC, FCA, GM, HT, IS, IT, ITS, LN, MA, MC, MMA, TM (previously MMW), MN, ND, OS, QM, SB, SO, STG, STS and YN. Refer to references (a) and (b) for additional guidance. f. For candidates taking E-4 and E-5 exams, compute performance mark average (PMA) using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with an ending date that falls within the following time periods: (1) E-4 exam - 1 January 2020 to 31 July 2020 (2) E-5 exam - 1 June 2019 to 31 July 2020 g. For candidates taking E-6 exams, calculate the Reporting Seniors Cumulative Average (RSCA) PMA, as outlined in reference (c), using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with the ending date that falls within the time period: (1) E-6 exam - 1 August 2017 to 31 July 2020 h. For guidance in establishing PMA for new accessions that have graduated from *A* school and do not have a current evaluation, refer to paragraph 308.b of reference (a). i. Guidance on professional military knowledge eligibility exam (PMK-EE). PMK-EE is mandatory for cycle 107 candidates and must be completed prior to 1 August 2020. j. Prior service reenlistment (PRISE-R) Sailors required to participate in the NWAE to complete their rate conversion are only required to complete the PMK-EE if they are an E-3 and are eligible for advancement in conjunction with testing to complete rate conversion. k. For guidance on establishing enlisted advancement worksheet (EAW) user roles and completing worksheets, refer to reference (d). EAW is mandatory for cycle 107. EAW will be the authority for PMA, RSCA PMA and awards. 3. Exam ordering. Order exams in line with chapter 4 of reference (a). a. Deploying commands and candidates departing to Congressionally-Designated Combat Zones and Approved Contingency Operations Areas (CDCZ/ACOA) can order exams up to 6 months prior to the scheduled exam date. For additional guidance, refer to chapter 4 and paragraph 614 of reference (a). b. Sensitive compartmented information (SCI) exams. Cryptologic Technician Interpretive (CTI), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN) and Cryptologic Technician Collection (CTR) SCI exam ordering dates can be found on the NEAS website via MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement-center/my-eso. ESOs must verify initial TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website for exam ordering. Supplemental SCI exams are ordered via preferred message formatted e-mail to sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil or naval message following the guidelines in line with chapter 4 of reference (a). The deadline for additional orders is 1 July 2020. c. Non-SCI Exams: (1) Initial exam ordering for non-SCI exams will be available until 16 June 2020. ESOs must verify TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website. (2) Eligible candidates who were not added to the initial TIR list can be added to a supplemental TIR list. Supplemental TIR lists will be available from 17 June 2020 to 19 July 2020. The deadline to order supplemental SELRES exams is 30 September 2020. d. Exams ordered after the TIR lists have closed and exams for prior service reenlistment eligible Reserve Sailors shall be ordered using preferred message formatted e-mail or naval message following the guidelines in chapter 4 of reference (a). Ensure a point of contact is included in the submitted e-mail or message. e. Exams for CDCZ/ACOA Sailors or recalled reservists will be ordered by the command holding the service record of the Service Member. Authority is granted for these candidates to be administered exams with the Active-Duty candidates. However, these candidates are still required to take the cycle 107 SELRES exam and not the cycle 248 Active-Duty exam. f. When an exam is not used during the normally scheduled event, do not destroy the exam prior to 1 October 2020. g. Cycle 107 exams should only be administered during the month of September due to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) impact. Requests for late exams should be made only for those candidates who, through no fault of their own, are unable to participate on the regularly scheduled NWAE administration date. (1) Since SELRES may take the NWAE anytime in the month of September, Annual Training (AT) and Additional Duty for Training (ADT) orders are not a valid reason for Sailors to take the late exam. ESOs shall ensure that Sailors take the NWAE prior to going on AT/ADT orders or when Sailors return from their AT/ADT. If a Sailor will be on AT/ADT during the entire month of the scheduled advancement exam, then the ESO shall coordinate with the gaining command to forward the Sailors exam and EAW. (2) Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center (NETPDC) (N321) has the final approval for all late exam requests but all SELRES late exam requests must come through the Navy Reserve Force ESOs prior to contacting NETPDC. The Command ESO may e- mail the Navy Reserve Force ESOs at CNRFC_Reserve_Forces_ESO(at)navy.mil and carbon copy their Immediate Superior in Commands ESO for validation of their late exam request. Once the Reserve Force ESOs validate the reason of the request, the Command ESO will request approval from NETPDC to allow the Sailor to take the late exam. A request for approval from NETPDC must be submitted with justification via e-mail to sfly_N321_exam_order(at)navy.mil for permission to retain exams for administration on the next drill weekend in October 2020. Ensure the reason for a requested delay is included. h. ESOs must verify the exam orders at the *View Previous Exam Orders* link via the NEAS website within 7 to 10 days of placing the order. If exam order discrepancies are noted, contact NETPDC (N321) as listed in the NEAS website at NETPDC (N321) Point of Contact Table. 4. Exam administration and answer sheet returns a. For exam administration and answer sheet return instructions, refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). b. ESOs must check the exam tote board on the NEAS website often to ensure answer sheets have been received and processed. Answer sheets that are in error will not be counted until they are processed successfully. c. A detailed discrepancy list can be found at the NEAS website via MyNavy Portal. For guidance on discrepancy correction requirements, refer to reference (a), chapters 3 and 7. d. Post-exam administration discrepancy correction correspondence with NETPDC (N321) is to be submitted using the EAW post-exam administration comments function, refer to reference (d). All corrections must have CO/OIC letter and supporting documentation included as attachments. Education point corrections require a submission of the Joint Service Transcript indicating the degree type and date of completion. e. For guidance on E-4 through E-6 candidates with missed exams due to assignment in CDCZ/ACOA, refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). f. The deadline to administer regular exams is 30 September 2020. Approved late exams must be administered no later than 31 October 2020. 5. Examination results. Refer to chapter 7 of reference (a). 6. Any additional information regarding this cycle will be posted on the NEAS website. 7. Points of contact a. MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) is available 24/7, by phone at (833) 330-MNCC ((833) 330-6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. b. SCI exam questions and orders via phone at (850) 473- 5867/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil. c. Non-SCI exam orders by phone at (850) 473-6148/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_n321_exam_order(at)navy.mil. d. NWAE exam records, and discrepancies by phone at (850) 473- 6148/DSN 753 or via EAW on MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement-center/my-eso. 8. Any additional information regarding this cycle, to include the exam verbatim and other related documents, will be posted on MyNavy Portal at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement-center/my- eso. 9. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 10. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

WASHINGTON — A coronavirus study of USS Theodore Roosevelt sailors released Tuesday indicated the potential for some immunity to the disease based on antibodies found in the blood of positive cases. An investigation into the virus outbreak on the Roosevelt started in April by the Navy and the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to learn more about the coronavirus and determine how it spread among the crew of the aircraft carrier and infected 1,273 of the nearly 4,800 crew members, the service said. https://www.stripes.com/news/us/new-study-of-uss-theodore-roosevelt-sailors-reveals-how-coronavirus-affects-young-healthy-adults-1.633056

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NEWPORT, R.I. (NNS) -- The 1,500 active-duty and Reserve mass communication specialists (MC) throughout the fleet now have an easier way to study for Navy-wide advancement exams. Sailors can now download the new MC Rate Training Manuals (RTM) Apps to study on the go, without the requirements of a CAC card or an internet connection. Additionally, Sailors can use the search feature inside the apps, bookmark favorite content, find contact information for emergency support, and send questions, comments, or other input using the in-app feedback email. After completing each app’s final exam, Sailors can receive credit for the completed courses directly into their Electronic Training Jacket (ETJ) by entering their DODID number. The Chief of Information’s (CHINFO) Senior Enlisted Advisor, Master Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Lewis, who led the development, testing, and release of the applications, said they were designed with Sailors of today in mind. “I believe that this is precisely the type of content and training that our MCs deserve today,” said Lewis. “These apps are indeed the first of their kind in the sense that we’ve taken what was originally a PDF file, converted them to HTML, and now interactive apps. Additionally, once you download the apps, you do not need outside connectivity for them to work – a key for our shipboard Sailors.” Results of app testing throughout the fleet were unanimously positive, with junior MCs specifically complementing the accessibility and functionality. "When I first opened the apps during the testing process, it was great to have something compact, easy to navigate and simple to understand,” said Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Lieberknecht, a recent graduate of the military photojournalism program at Syracuse University. “Now, instead of printing hundreds of pages or spending time scrolling through a digital document for a simple reference, the apps streamline study sessions and knowledge refreshment for MCs. The best part about the apps is not only the easy upload to your ETJ, but also that they are valuable sources to study while in the chow line, at home, or in your rack." The apps are also the beginning stages of Center for Service Support’s (CSS) efforts to create similar RTM mobile apps for other ratings in their domain, including logistics specialist, yeoman, culinary specialist and personnel specialist. “With the completion of these apps, we now have our foundation so we can prepare to have this for more Sailors in their respective fields,” said Ray Paradis, CSS program manager for Non-Resident Training Courses, Personnel Qualification Standards, Occupational Standards and Learning and Development Roadmaps. “Our job is ensuring that the Sailors of today and tomorrow have the very best opportunity to learn their craft, and this is a perfect method to reach Sailors through modern technology.” The apps were designed in coordination with CHINFO, the PMW 240 Sea Warrior Program and Tracen Technology. The apps can be downloaded at the Navy App Locker or Google Play and iOS App stores using the keyword “MC RTM.”

APRA HARBOR, Guam (NNS) -- USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) departed Apra Harbor to continue its scheduled deployment in the Indo-Pacific, June 4. The ship left Naval Base Guam and entered the Philippine Sea manned and ready to provide maritime security, maintain freedom of the seas in accordance with international law and customs, and operate with international partners and allies to promote regional stability and prosperity. “Our forward presence and engagement play an essential role in strengthening the capabilities of Indo-Pacific nations and partners.” said Rear Adm. Stu Baker, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9. Theodore Roosevelt is on a scheduled deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. The ship pulled into Apra Harbor, Guam, on March 27 and immediately implemented a phased and methodical approach to address a COVID-19 outbreak among its crew. After successfully recovering the ship and the crew, then proceeding to requalify the air wing via carrier qualification, the Theodore Roosevelt team recovered the rest of the crew fit for the mission from the shore, flying the iconic words of James Lawrence ‘Don’t Give Up The Ship’ flag from the port yardarm, representative of the ‘fighting spirit’ of the U.S. Navy Sailor. “Returning to our mission in the Indo-Pacific after completing carrier qualifications is a significant milestone in Theodore Roosevelt’s conditions-based recovery plan,” said Capt. Carlos Sardiello, Theodore Roosevelt's commanding officer. “Our mission was to recover the ship and recover the crew. We did not give up the ship and now our focus is on combat readiness, safety, and wellness of the crew.” Underway, the carrier operates under a newly implemented COVID-19 standard operating procedure which establishes the guidelines, responsibilities, and procedures for the prevention and mitigation of COVID-19. The crew has modified numerous procedures including how they transit through the ship, expanded meal hours, and created new social distancing procedures for almost every at-sea evolution. “The crew humbly prepared to go back to sea, they had a job to do, and they did it without hesitation,” said Sardiello. “We have returned Theodore Roosevelt to sea as a symbol of hope and inspiration, and an instrument of national power because we are TR.” When Theodore Roosevelt departed from Naval Base Guam, they manned the rails as a gesture of gratitude and thanksgiving to honor the people of Guam, the service members, and civilians who supported the recovery of the crew during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Every recovered Sailor we embark is another victory against COVID,” said Sardiello. “We remain dedicated to the recovery of every TR Sailor. Those ashore will continue to receive the best medical care by military medical representatives. We greatly appreciate the continued support by Naval Base Guam, U.S. Naval Hospital Guam and Expeditionary Medical Facility from Camp Pendleton.” Theodore Roosevelt is the nation’s fourth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier with a crew of nearly 5,000 Sailors who support and conduct air operations at sea. Theodore Roosevelt departed San Diego for a scheduled Indo-Pacific deployment January 17.

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Last night, Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday in a self-recorded video spoke to Sailors about the death of Mr. George Floyd and the subsequent unrest across the country. To watch CNO’s message, please visit: https://youtu.be/4MfOQD_gUaQ Below is the text of his message: “Good evening, I wanted to take a few moments to talk to our Navy family – our officers, our enlisted Sailors, our Navy civilians, and our families – about the murder of Mr. George Floyd and the events that we have all watched on TV for the last several nights. It’s been a very sad time for our country - a confusing time. And most of us are trying to figure it out and trying to ask ourselves, “What can we do?” “How can we contribute in a positive way to change things so that these things never happen again?” I’ve been in the Navy for a long time and I’ve had a lot of experiences. Something I have never experienced and something I will never experience is that I will never walk in the shoes of a black American or any other minority. I will never know what it feels like when you watch that video of Mr. Floyd’s murder. And I can’t imagine the pain and the disappointment and the anger that many of you felt when you saw that. Because it’s not the first time, it’s happened time and time again in our country. I don’t have all the answers, and as CNO I can’t write an order and change a policy that’s going to fix things. So, I thought I’d make a couple of points. First right now, I think we need to listen. We have black Americans in our Navy and in our communities that are in deep pain right now. They are hurting. I’ve received emails, and I know it’s not a good situation. I know that for many of them, they may not have somebody to talk to. I ask you to consider reaching out, have a cup of coffee, have lunch, and just listen. The second thing I would ask you to consider in the Navy we talk a lot about treating people with dignity and respect – in fact, we demand it. It’s one of the things that makes us a great Navy and one of the things that makes me so proud of all of you every single day. But over the past week, after we’ve watched what is going on, we can’t be under any illusions about the fact that racism is alive and well in our country. And I can’t be under any illusions that we don’t have it in our Navy. Racism happens a lot and it happens with people that we don’t normally expect. It happens with people who are friendly, generous, and kind as well. It could be a friend, a coworker, it could be a family member or a close acquaintance. And they say something, and it’s not right. And you know it’s not right. But because they’re a friend, and you know them well, and they’re a good person. You say to yourself “they didn’t mean that…they didn’t mean for it to come out that way.” But it did. And they had that thought. And they verbalized it. There was a consequence and somebody was probably hurt by it. So, when that happens, I want you to think about is approaching that person. Think about dignity and respect. Think about having a private conversation – an honest conversation in educating them. Make them more self-aware of what they did and what they said. If we don’t do that, racism, injustice, indignity, and disrespect – it’s going to grow and it’s going to continue. And we’ll have more weeks like we’ve had this week. And we’ll be disappointed. We’ll be more disappointed in ourselves because we let it happen. We let it happen. I’m really proud of the Navy. I’m such an optimist about not only where we’ve been but where we are going. Let’s make it the best Navy possible. Let’s make it the best Navy for everybody. Thanks. Thanks for listening. Have a good night.”

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- If you think you've got what it takes to be an officer, the annual call for applications to the 2021 Seaman to Admiral program, known as STA-21, is on the streets. This year's board will meet in mid-September. Applications must be postmarked on or before July 1 to be considered by the board. Some leeway is being granted for additional documents to be being added later, though the July 1 deadline for initial applications is hard and fast. "The program's goal is to provide our highly-motivated, active-duty personnel an opportunity to obtain their undergraduate degree and earn a commission as a naval officer," said Cathy Kempf, a retired Navy commander who heads selection and placement for STA-21 as well as Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC). "The program is very competitive as the selection boards look for the top-notch Sailors who go above and beyond their normal duties while already having an academic background that positions them to complete their degree in 36 months or less." This year's STA-21 details are in NAVADMIN 152/20, released on May 26. STA-21 is one of several routes the Navy offers to go from the deckplates to the wardroom. Other options include the U.S. Naval Academy, NROTC, and Officer Candidate School. More senior Sailors can apply for direct commissions through the Limited Duty Officer and Chief Warrant Officer Programs. There are also routes to a commission in the medical community through in-service procurement programs. For Sailors with significant college credits, STA-21 can be the fastest route to a commission, which is why competition for quotas is keen. Of 323 applications received for the fiscal-year 2020 board, only 305 were deemed eligible. Of those, just 55 were selected. This year's board is expected to offer the same opportunity. Once selected, Sailors attend college full-time and collect their full paycheck for their current paygrade while in school. Tuition is paid for by the Navy through an annual $10,000 stipend. Any costs over that must be covered by the Sailor, though they can use their GI Bill to cover any difference. Qualifying college entrance exams scores are required and cannot be waivered. Sailors can use either the Scholastic Aptitude Test or the American College Testing exams, provided they were taken within the last three years, specifically between July 1, 2017 and July 1, 2020. Because the recent COVID-19 pandemic caused the cancellation of many scheduled exams, the Navy will allow applications to be accepted after the July 1 deadline as long as test scores are received before the board meets, currently slated for the second week in September. Fitness counts, too, as applicants can't have below an overall "good" score on any Physical Fitness Assessment over their past three cycles. Here, also, there are COVID-19 considerations allowing Sailors to use scores from the latest full test taken within the past year because this spring’s tests were suspended. The following community options are open for application this year -- Surface Warfare (SWO), Surface Warfare Engineering (SWO/ED), Nuclear (Surface/Sub), Special Warfare, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), Naval Flight Officer, Pilot, Civil Engineering Corps, Nurse Corps and Information Professional. No applications will be accepted this year for Human Resources, Intelligence, Information Warfare, Medical Corps, Supply Corps, Surface Warfare Officer Information Professional (SWO/IP), Oceanography (OCEANO) and SWO/OCEANO. Sailors flexible on community preference can apply under the "core option." Here, Sailors are not assigned a community up front but compete for spots in the unrestricted line designators of pilot, naval flight officer, submarine or surface warfare, as well as EOD and SEAL. More information on this year's board specifics are available in NAVADMIN 152/20. Overall program requirements and application details - as well as program contacts -- can be found at http://www.sta-21.navy.mil.

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 291910Z MAY 20 MID110000745230U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 159/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/TERMINATION OF DEPARTURE AUTHORITY FOR INDIVIDUALS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19// REF/A/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/212136ZAPR20// REF/B/MEMO/OSD/20MAR2020// REF/C/MEMO/OSD/21MAY2020// REF/D/JTR/DTMO/01MAY2020// NARR/REF A IS NAVADMIN 116/20, NAVY MITIGATION MEASURES IN RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK UPDATE 4. REF B IS MEMO FROM UNDERSECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS (USD PR), AUTHORIZED DEPARTURE-INDIVIDUALS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19. REF C IS MEMO FROM USD PR, AUTHORIZED DEPARTURE FOR INDIVIDUALS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19-TERMINATION OF DEPARTURE AUTHORITY. REF D IS THE JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS.// RMKS/1. Paragraph 3.F of reference (a) announced the authorized departure of dependents in line with reference (b). This NAVADMIN announces the termination of that authorized departure in line with reference (c). 2. In line with reference (c), Department of Defense eligible family members and civilian employees who did not have travel orders approved prior to 7 May 2020, may no longer use the authority of reference (b) to depart their duty station. For those currently at a safe haven authorized by reference (b), the Department of State has extended all current global authorized departures until 11 June 2020. All authorized departure allowances are terminated effective 11 June 2020. For those who had orders approved after 7 May 2020 and have travelled to a safe haven, contact the Military Pay and Compensation Policy Branch (OPNAV N130) via e-mail at nxag_n130c(at)navy.mil for further guidance. 3. In line with table 6-19 of reference (d), dependents departing a non- foreign location OCONUS or foreign location will receive return transportation from the safe haven to the Service Members permanent duty station (PDS) if the days remaining on their tour of duty on the dependents scheduled arrival date is 60 or more days. The secretarial process must be used for return travel to the PDS if the days remaining on the tour of duty on the dependents scheduled arrival date is 59 days or less. For those cases, submit requests to OPNAV N130 via e-mail at nxag_n130c(at)navy.mil. 4. In line with section 060107-B-3 of reference (d), if return travel cannot be completed by the termination date of 11 June 2020, due to circumstances beyond the control of the traveler, a request for extension of safe haven allowances may be submitted to OPNAV N130 via email at nxag_n130c(at)navy.mil. 5. Family members must work with their Service Member to contact their command as soon as possible to make return travel arrangements, regardless of when they plan to travel back. International travel is difficult due to the limited travel options and starting the process early is important. Delay in making return travel arrangements risks the inability to travel before 11 June 2020, when safe haven allowances cease. 6. Service Members should contact their command to determine if any restriction of movement, isolation or quarantine requirements are required by the host country upon return. 7. Service Members with questions regarding this NAVADMIN should contact MyNavy Career Center (MNCC), available 24/7, by phone at (833) 330-MNCC ((833) 330-6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. 8. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 9. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

Due to the Electronic Submission of Selection Board Documents (ESSBD) application experiencing technical difficulties on 29 May 2020, the deadline to submit correspondence to the FY-21 Active-Duty Enlisted Advancement Selection Board for Chief Petty Officer (E7) has been extended for one work day. Letters to the board (LTBs) may continue to be submitted through 2359 CDT, 1 June 2020, via ESSBD or encrypted email to cscselboard@navy.mil . There is no need to resubmit correspondence, provided you received an acknowledgement of receipt from within ESSBD or via the automated reply of the email server. All previously received correspondence remains on file. If further assistance is required, please contact the MyNavy Career Center at 1-833-330-MNCC (1-833-330-6622/DSN: 882-6622) or askmncc@navy.mil . This policy waiver extending the deadline applies only to this specific board as the deadline is defined by Navy policy and can be adjusted at the service level. The Reserve/Staff O-4 Board deadline could not be extended as that deadline was set by statutory limitations defined by law.

WASHINGTON — More than 100 members of a fighter squadron were kept behind as the USS Gerald R. Ford went underway Thursday after one of its sailors tested positive for the coronavirus, according to a Navy official. The sailor, who tested positive Wednesday, is a member of the Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, which flies F/A-18F Super Hornet aircrafts and is based out of Naval Air Station Oceana, Va. The sailor, who has been in isolation since last week, was never aboard the aircraft carrier but the individual had been in contact with other squadron members who had been on the ship Tuesday ahead of it going underway, said Cmdr. Jennifer Cragg, a spokeswoman with Naval Air Force Atlantic. https://www.stripes.com/news/us/fighter-squadron-is-pulled-from-uss-gerald-r-ford-after-sailor-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-1.631753

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 291924Z MAY 20 MID110000745277U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 160/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/GUIDANCE ON CONDUCTING CEREMONIES FOR RETIREMENT OR TRANSFER TO THE FLEET RESERVE DELAYED DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC// REF/A/DOC/NPC/2OCT13// REF/B/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/261427ZMAR20// REF/C/DOC/DOD/1JAN20// REF/D/INST/SECNAV/14MAR06// REF/E/DOC/JTR/1MAY20// NARR/REF A IS MILPERSMAN 1800-010, GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCTING CEREMONY FOR RETIREMENT OR TRANSFER TO THE FLEET RESERVE. REF B IS NAVADMIN 089/20. REF C IS THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) FINANCIAL MANAGMEMENT REGULATIONS. REF D IS SECNAVINST 7042.7K, GUIDELINES FOR USE OF OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIONAL FUNDS (ORF). REF E IS DOD JOINT TRAVEL REGULATIONS.// RMKS/1. In line with reference (a), this NAVADMIN announces interim policy guidance pertaining to command-sponsored retirement ceremonies delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 has limited group gatherings and congregate events, such as command- sponsored retirement ceremonies designed to express the appreciation of the Navy for the many years of faithful and honorable service our Service Members have devoted to their country. This NAVADMIN amplifies reference (a) by permitting commands to approve delays in the execution of command-sponsored retirement ceremonies following an effective retirement date for Service Members up to 6 months after the cognizant installation commanding officer allows group gatherings of over 10 people. This authority also extends to the retirement ceremonies of those Service Members who receive voluntary extensions of their retirement dates pursuant to reference (b). 2. As detailed by reference (a), upon notification of an approved retirement or Fleet Reserve transfer date by Naval Personnel Command, Service Members may request a command-sponsored retirement ceremony. A request for use of any command resources, logistics or personnel support for a retirement ceremony constitutes a request for an official command-sponsored ceremony. 3. Commands using the authority in this NAVADMIN may approve requests by Service Members on a case-by-case basis after fully considering existing Navy mitigation measures in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Commands, as directed by reference (a), will make every reasonable effort within regulations, budgetary constraints and practicality to provide the items requested. 4. Upon approval by a command, the retirement ceremony becomes an official command function. Use of appropriated funds may be authorized consistent with reference (c) and budgetary constraints. The sponsoring command will use current year operating funds in the fiscal year the retirement ceremony is held. 5. Limitations on the use of appropriated funds. Appropriated funds shall not be used for food, receptions or unofficial functions. Specifically, associated events such as receptions are considered personal in nature and should not be funded with appropriated funds. However, a command may provide notice of the time and location of a directly related reception so long as it will not increase the cost to the Government. Pursuant to reference (d), Official Representation Funds (ORF) shall not be used for retirement ceremonies. Additional questions concerning the use of appropriated funds for necessary expenses should be addressed through the command comptroller or legal counsel. 6. To request a command-sponsored retirement ceremony, Service Members shall follow the procedures in reference (a) and shall request in writing to the commanding officer or commander of the parent command. The request or extension shall be submitted early enough to allow for adequate planning. Reference (a) directs the ceremony be sponsored by the last permanent duty station regardless of whether the retiree transferred to a new activity while pending placement on the retired list. 7. Limitations on personal travel entitlements. Commands should exercise caution when funding personal travel for Service Members after retirement to the location of their command-sponsored retirement ceremonies. Retired Service Members will not qualify for travel benefits under reference (e), section 030101. Reference (e), section 030501, permits commands to issue invitational travel orders for an individual who participates in a ceremony directly related to the interest of the DoD component. Travel approval authorities must scrutinize requests from Service Members for invitational travel orders on a case-by-case basis consistent with reference (c) and budgetary constraints. 8. This interim policy guidance is in effect for 1 year from the date of issuance. Requests from retiring Service Members will only be approved for command-sponsored retirement ceremonies held preceding retirement or following the effective retirement date for up to 6 months after the cognizant installation commanding officer allows group gatherings of over 10 people. This authority permits commands to delay command-sponsored retirement ceremonies consistent with reference (a) while recognizing the limitations posed by COVID-19 to the celebration of traditional naval ceremonies and events. 9. For questions concerning these policy changes, please contact MyNavy Career Center at (833) 330-6622 or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. 10. Released by VADM John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

WASHINGTON— Thousands of troops who have deployed to help battle the coronavirus pandemic could soon receive hazard pay and awards to recognize their service, the military’s top general said Thursday. A group of Pentagon officials comprised of the senior enlisted leadership from each service is now determining what the rules will be for hazard pay and awards for personnel, Army Gen. Mark Milley, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said during a virtual town hall event at the Pentagon. https://www.stripes.com/news/us/troops-could-receive-hazard-pay-awards-for-service-in-coronavirus-relief-efforts-1.631538 Stars and Stripes is making stories on the coronavirus pandemic available free of charge. See other free reports here. Sign up for our daily coronavirus newsletter here. Please support our journalism with a subscription.

OKINAWA, Japan (NNS) -- U.S. Pacific Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Jason Webley was meritoriously advanced to the rate of chief petty officer in a pinning ceremony held at Fleet Activities Okinawa White Beach Naval Facility, May 27. Webley, a Brooklyn, N.Y. native assigned to Pacific Missile Range Facility Far East Det. Okinawa, was selected as the 2019 U.S Pacific Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year while stationed aboard aircraft carrier USS Ronal Reagan (CVN-76) forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. He joined the Navy in 2007. This is the first time Sailor of the Year program-related pinning ceremonies have been held outside of Washington, D.C. The ceremony is normally held at the Navy Memorial but because of travel restrictions in place to combat the spread of COVID-19 local ceremonies are being held across the Navy. The ceremony followed social distancing guide lines and was attended by CFAO-area chief petty officers. Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Russell Smith gave his remarks from Washington, D.C. via video and Rear Adm. Fred Kacher, commander, Expeditionary Strike Group 7, was the guest speaker. “There is no transition more important to our Navy as an institution than becoming a Navy chief petty officer,” Kacher said in his remarks as he congratulated Webley on his achievement. “Because when it comes down to it, it is the Chief Petty Officer who shows the rest of us what right looks like.” Webley was pinned by his wife and children and his cover was donned by CFAO Command Master Chief Michael Fluent. Webley credits his faith and team onboard Reagan for his selection as SOY and advancement. “It is a direct reflection of my leadership, my peers and the hard work of my junior Sailors that worked alongside me onboard USS Ronald Reagan put forth, so this is for everyone.” The Sailor of the Year program was established in 1972 by Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo Zumwalt and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy John Whittet to recognize an individual Sailor who best represented the ever-growing group of dedicated professional Sailors at each command and ultimately the Navy.

WASHINGTON — The Defense Department announced its stop-movement order will remain in place indefinitely, though some bases could meet new phased-in guidelines as early as Tuesday to allow travel for military personnel and their families. A memorandum issued by Defense Secretary Mark Esper dated May 22 states he has canceled the prior travel guidance that went into effect April 20, which was expected to end June 30. He extended the travel restrictions for all government travel of personnel and their families indefinitely unless locations meet specific criteria to allow travel to resume. https://www.stripes.com/news/us/pentagon-stop-movement-order-to-remain-in-effect-unless-local-conditions-at-bases-meet-criteria-for-travel-1.631275 Stars and Stripes is making stories on the coronavirus pandemic available free of charge. See other free reports here. Sign up for our daily coronavirus newsletter here. Please support our journalism with a subscription.

OKINAWA, Japan (NNS) -- U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked 7th Fleet staff pulled into Okinawa, May 24, making the ship’s first port visit in more than 70 days. While on liberty, Sailors will have limited access to specific designated areas on the pier and neighboring beach. This type of “safe haven” liberty allows for quality of life and readiness, while strictly mitigating the risk of contracting COVID-19. Ship’s personnel and 7th Fleet staff will not physically interact with anyone who is not part of the crew, including people from the base and local community. This port visit will pave the way for future ships to do “safe haven” liberty in a manner which Sailors’ morale and quality of life is considered while mitigating the risk of COVID-19. “It is not lost on me how difficult a longer than normal deployment can be on top of the stress of the COVID pandemic on my Sailors and their families,” said Blue Ridge commanding officer, Capt. Craig Sicola. “These types of port calls are absolutely required to restore our mental readiness, stay healthy, and enable us to fight another day.” Blue Ridge’s MWR committee has worked diligently to ensure that, Sailors will have access to areas of the base and have entertainment available while in Okinawa, all while inside the designated safe zone or “bubble.” Wi-Fi is being installed on the pier so that Sailors can use their phones and laptops. The beach will be open for Sailors to swim and lounge out on the beach, and sporting events like softball, soccer, kickball, volleyball, and basketball will be available at the facilities on base. “A lot of great work has gone into planning this port visit,” said Blue Ridge’s senior MWR representative, Chief Navy Counselor Min Jun, from Davis, California. Sailors were also given the opportunity to order personal items from Kadena’s Exchange and have it delivered to the pier. “Providing pierside delivery was an excellent way to help Sailors get the items they need to keep them running their best during deployment,” said Lt. j.g Raymond Kosak, Blue Ridge’s disbursing officer. All purchases will be delivered to a drop off station on the pier and fully disinfected by a qualified cleaning crew or be placed in large storage containers for an appropriate time that will ensure it is COVID-free. With the exception of a few mandatory personnel to ensure the ship’s safe arrival, there will be no interaction with any personnel outside the designated liberty areas. For the docking process, all COVID mitigations will be in place to include social distancing, masks, gloves, and minimal interactions. “It is important to realize that the Blue Ridge has maintained a COVID-free bubble since the outbreak,” said Sicola. “We are taking extreme caution to retain this bubble by not allowing any human interaction with personnel outside the bubble and maintaining strict disinfecting procedures for items and equipment on the pier.” The visit to Okinawa comes after Blue Ridge recently broke its record of consecutive days at sea, which had previously been 64, last set during the summer of 1972 during the Vietnam War. “Being underway this long has really opened my eyes to how the Navy operates. I'm so proud to be serving on the Flag Ship for U.S. 7th Fleet and even more excited to be able to get the opportunity to pull into Okinawa,” said Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Justine Hughes from Albany, Oregon. “The fact that this ship has taken on the challenge of maintaining our presence at sea during this time of worldwide crisis is very humbling and makes me feel like I have a bigger purpose in this military organization.” Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy, and as the 7th Fleet command ship, is responsible for fostering relationships within the Indo-Pacific region.

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 261636Z MAY 20 MID110000739290U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 152/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/FY-21 SEAMAN TO ADMIRAL-21 PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT// REF/A/DOC/OPNAV/14DEC09// REF/B/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/171350ZJUL17// NARR/REF A IS OPNAVINST 1420.1B, ENLISTED TO OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS APPLICATION ADMINISTRATIVE MANUAL. REF B IS NAVADMIN 177/17, NUCLEAR TRAINED SAILOR APPLICATIONS TO OFFICER COMMISSIONING PROGRAMS AND MODIFICATION TO FY-19 NUCLEAR LIMITED DUTY OFFICER IN- SERVICE PROCUREMENT BOARD PROCESS.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN solicits applications and provides guidance for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Seaman to Admiral-21 (STA-21) Commissioning Program. 2. STA-21 is a full-time undergraduate education and commissioning program open to enlisted personnel of all paygrades and ratings who meet the eligibility requirements specified in reference (a). 3. Deadline for submission of applications for the FY-21 STA-21 Program is 1 July 2020. Application packages must be postmarked on or before the deadline date. It is recommended that applications be mailed prior to the deadline as early submission allows timely feedback to the Sailor for submission of missing or illegible documents. Deadline for submission of additional documentation to an applicant package is 1 August 2020. No additional documents can be added after this date. The selection board is scheduled to convene in September 2020 and the selectees will be announced via NAVADMIN. 4. The following target options and core are open for application for the FY-21 Selection Board: Surface Warfare (SWO), Surface Warfare Engineering (SWO/ED), Nuclear (Surface/Sub), Special Warfare, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Naval Flight Officer, Pilot, Civil Engineering Corps, Nurse Corps and Information Professional. 5. The following target options have zero select opportunity for the FY-21 Selection Board: Human Resources, Intelligence, Information Warfare, Medical Corps, Supply Corps, Surface Warfare Officer/Information Professional (SWO/IP), Oceanography (OCEANO) and SWO/OCEANO. 6. The Nuclear (Surface/Sub) target option is now open to Sailors who are serving in the Fleet and hold an active Nuclear Navy enlisted classification (NEC)(N1XX/N2XX). All applicants must be able to begin their first day of class in the first semester of their course work prior to commencing their eighth year of service. See the Nuclear Program Authorization (PA 150A) dated May 2019 for more specific information and all other requirements to apply for the program. Additionally, applicants holding a Nuclear NEC must receive conditional release, in line with reference (b), if applying for options outside the Nuclear community, from the Nuclear Enlisted Community Manager (OPNAV N133D). 7. The following information addresses lessons learned from the FY-20 STA-21 selection process and board. This information is provided to preclude common errors: a. Of the 323 applications received for FY-20, only 305 were board eligible. A total of 55 were selected to participate in the FY-20 STA-21 Program. b. Each year, packages are not considered due to non-qualifying Scholastic Aptitude Test/American College Test (SAT/ACT) test scores, missing commanding officer (CO) endorsement/recommendation, recent non-judicial punishment, missing physical fitness assessment (PFA) cycles and missing or illegible submission of documents and not meeting program age or PFA requirements. c. Minimum eligibility requirements must be met before submitting an application. Applications should be mailed only when fully completed. Officer interview boards shall consist of three officers, the applicant CO may not be a board member and should not submit an interview appraisal sheet. The personal interview of the CO should be conducted only after the application is complete and the officer interview board has submitted their appraisals. The full picture of an applicant academic and officer potential can only be determined by reviewing the SAT/ACT scores, high school/college transcripts and a completed application package. d. The CO endorsement is extremely important, especially the ranking of the individual among his/her peers. The endorsement should contain specifics about the individual academic potential, commitment, leadership, service above self and potential as a naval officer. CO comments should specify the primary option to which the individual is applying and address how the individual meets qualifications for that option. For junior Sailors with only schoolhouse evaluations, the CO must address this issue in his or her endorsement. e. An interview board and nomination review board shall be conducted in line with reference (a). It is recommended that officers of the applicant designator of choice, if available, be asked to participate in the interview/nomination review board to assess the applicant for their community. Officer appraisals provide important insight on the applicant. The appraisal from the board should be a frank and honest assessment of the leadership and academic potential of the applicant. Appraisal forms should be typed in 10 or 12-point font. f. The applicant personal statement should address why the Sailor wants to become an officer, how the Sailors selection would improve the Navy and why the Sailor is applying for a specific option. Sailors must also address any hardships or unique experiences that shaped their character. Junior Sailors should provide information on high school experiences as high school transcripts rarely provide in-depth information on involvement in sports, clubs, volunteer hours, work, etc. Additionally, applicants should address any anomalies in the package (e.g., poor high school grades, college grades, service school grades or poor evaluation performance). The explanation should include details of the situation, how the applicant has overcome these issues and why the applicant will be successful in the future. g. The application is a reflection of the applicant. Applicants must review their packages in their entirety before submitting. Check for misspelled words and improper grammar. Ensure all transcripts (high school and all colleges) are enclosed. Within the last year, applicants must have passed the PFA, to include body composition assessment and the physical readiness test with performance in the good category. Due the immediate suspension of the PFA for Cycle-1 2020, minimizing the risk from coronavirus disease, points will be awarded from the most recent observed score from the latest full test taken within a year of application (i.e., spring and fall of 2019). A grade of satisfactory or failure of the above required physical readiness test will make the applicant ineligible. h. Qualifying SAT/ACT scores are required. Include any additional recommendations, qualifications or other accomplishments as a part of the package. SAT/ACT can be from tests taken between 1 July 2017 and 1 July 2020 (3 years). Due to recent events, applications will be accepted pending receipt of SAT/ACT test scores. i. It is recommended that the command retain a copy of the entire application package. The command copy should not be given to the applicant. 8. Mail completed applications to: Commander Naval Service Training Command (N92/STA 21) 250 Dallas Street Ste A Pensacola FL 32508-5268 9. For questions, specific details, eligibility criteria, application requirements, and selection procedures, refer to reference (a), contact your command career counselor or visit the STA-21 website at http://www.sta-21.navy.mil for the most up-to-date information. 10. Point of contact is Naval Service Training Command, STA-21 Program Officer, at (850) 452-9433/9563 DSN 459 or via e-mail at pnsc_sta21(at)navy.mil. Point of contact for the Nuclear target option policy change is the Nuclear Enlisted Community Manager, OPNAV N133D at (703) 604-5491/DSN 664 or via e-mail at bullnuke(at)navy.mil. 11. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 262253Z MAY 20 MID110000739987U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO SECNAV WASHINGTON DC CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 155/20 MSGID/NAVADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/CNO/MAY// SUBJ/U.S. NAVY COVID-19 STANDARDIZED OPERATIONAL GUIDANCE // REF/A/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/171541ZAPR20// REF/B/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/212136ZAPR20// REF/C/MEMO/OSD/7APR2020// REF/D/MEMO/OSD/13APR2020// REF/E/INST/OSD/19JUN2019// NARR/ REF A IS NAVADMIN 113/20 RESTRICTION OF MOVEMENT (ROM) GUIDANCE UPDATE. REF B IS NAVADMIN 116/20, NAVY MITIGATION MEASURES IN RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK UPDATE 4. REF C IS USD P&R FORCE HEALTH PROTECTION (FHP) SUPPLEMENT 6 - DOD GUIDANCE FOR COVID-19 LABORATORY DIAGNOSTIC TESTING SERVICES. REF D IS USD P&R FHP SUPPLEMENT 8 - DOD GUIDANCE FOR PROTECTING PERSONNEL IN WORKPLACES DURING THE RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. REF E IS DODI 6490.03, DEPLOYMENT HEALTH, JUNE 19, 2019.// POC/RADM KARL THOMAS/OPNAV N3N5B/703-692-9291/KARL.O.THOMAS1 (AT)NAVY.MIL// RMKS/1. TO INCREASE PROBABILITY OF A COVID-FREE MISSION READY CREW, UNITS WILL ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING STANDARDIZED OPERATIONAL GUIDANCE. FLEET, TYCOM, AND OPERATIONAL COMMANDERS MAY ISSUE MORE SPECIFIC GUIDANCE TO UNITS WITHIN THEIR RESPECTIVE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY. THIS GUIDANCE BUILDS ON REFS (A) AND (B) WHILE INCORPORATING GUIDANCE FROM REFS (C) THROUGH (E). IT WILL GUIDE HEALTH PROTECTION OF INDIVIDUALS AND UNITS, PRESERVATION OF OPERATIONAL READINESS, AND PROTECTION OF SHIPMATES, INSTALLATIONS, AND COMMUNITIES FROM COVID-19 TRANSMISSION. ALTHOUGH BIASED TOWARD THE SHIPBOARD ENVIRONMENT, THIS GUIDANCE APPLIES TO ALL PERSONNEL AND UNITS DEPLOYING TO AND FROM HOMEPORT (ORIGINATING UNIT LOCATION FOR RESERVE PERSONNEL). IT DOES NOT APPLY TO ROUTINE TRAVEL (E.G., TDY, TAD) UNLESS CONNECTED WITH A DEPLOYING INDIVIDUAL OR UNIT. ADHERENCE TO THIS STANDARDIZED GUIDANCE INCLUDES ACCOUNTING FOR SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES INVOLVING CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES OR CONTRACTORS PER PARAGRAPH 9. EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES MAY NECESSITATE WAIVERS TO THIS GUIDANCE TO MEET EMERGENT OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS. THE NAVAL COMPONENT COMMANDER (NCC) IS THE WAIVER AUTHORITY UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED. 2. DEFINITIONS. 2.A. COVID-19 CASE: A MEMBER DESIGNATED BY A MEDICAL PROVIDER BY ONE OF TWO METHODS: 1) A POSITIVE COVID-19 LABORATORY TEST, OR 2) ASSESSED AS PRESUMED POSITIVE PER THE COUNCIL OF STATE AND TERRITORIAL EPIDEMIOLOGIST (CSTE) CRITERIA FOR A PROBABLE CASE. 2.B. PATIENT (OR PERSON) UNDER INVESTIGATION (PUI): AN INDIVIDUAL WITH SIGNS OR SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19 WHO HAS A TEST RESULT PENDING OR WOULD HAVE BEEN TESTED HAD A TEST BEEN AVAILABLE. MEMBERS ARE NO LONGER A PUI WHEN THEY: A) RECEIVE A NEGATIVE COVID-19 LAB TEST RESULT; OR, B) HAVE MET ALL CRITERIA FOR RETURN TO WORK IN PARAGRAPH 7.D. ASYMPTOMATIC INDIVIDUALS QUARANTINED DUE TO CLOSE CONTACT WITH A COVID POSITIVE MEMBER ARE NOT CLASSIFIED PUI. ASYMPTOMATIC INDIVIDUALS BEING TESTED FOR COVID-19 ARE NOT CONSIDERED PUIS WHILE AWAITING TEST RESULTS. 2.C. HIGH-RISK PERSONNEL: THOSE INDIVIDUALS, DESIGNATED BY A MEDICAL PROVIDER, THAT MEET THE CDC HIGH-RISK CRITERIA AVAILABLE AT: HTTPS://WWW.CDC.GOV/CORONAVIRUS/2019-NCOV/NEED-EXTRA-PRECAUTIONS/PEOPLE- AT-HIGHER-RISK.HTML THIS LIST EVOLVES AS KNOWLEDGE OF COVID-19 GROWS AND SHOULD BE CHECKED FREQUENTLY. 2.D. CLOSE CONTACT: INDIVIDUALS IDENTIFIED AS BEING WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 6 FEET (2 METERS) OF A COVID-19 CASE FOR A PROLONGED PERIOD OF TIME (>15 MINUTES). CLOSE CONTACT CAN OCCUR WHILE CARING FOR, LIVING WITH, VISITING, WORKING WITH, OR SHARING A DENSELY POPULATED SPACE WITH A COVID-19 CASE. CLOSE CONTACT CAN ALSO BE ESTABLISHED VIA DIRECT CONTACT (E.G., BEING COUGHED OR SNEEZED UPON BY A COVID-19 CASE). DETERMINATION OF CLOSE CONTACT PRESUMES THE INTERACTION TRANSPIRED DURING THE COVID-19 CASES POTENTIALLY INFECTIOUS PERIOD CURRENTLY DEFINED AS 48 HOURS PRIOR TO SYMPTOM ONSET (OR POSITIVE TEST IF ASYMPTOMATIC) TO THE TIME THE COVID-19 CASE IS PLACED IN ISOLATION. SOME EXAMPLES SPECIFIC TO THE SHIPBOARD ENVIRONMENT INCLUDE: A) INDIVIDUALS WITHIN THE COVID-19 CASES BERTHING AREA ASSIGNED AN ADJACENT RACK INCLUDING DIRECTLY ACROSS A NARROW AISLE; B) PROLONGED INTERACTION WITHIN RELATIVELY CONFINED SPACES INTERNAL TO THE SHIP (E.G., WORK SPACE, GALLEY, GYM, SMOKING DECK, CHAPEL, ETC.). 2.E. MEDICAL SCREENING: COVID-19 MEDICAL SCREENING SHOULD INCLUDE EVALUATION FOR BOTH TYPICAL AND ATYPICAL SYMPTOMS. TYPICAL SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19 INCLUDE: COUGH, SHORTNESS OF BREATH OR DIFFICULTY BREATHING, FEVER, CHILLS, MUSCLE PAIN, GASTROINTESTINAL DISTRESS, AND RECENT LOSS OF TASTE OR SMELL. ATYPICAL SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19 INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: SORE THROAT, RHINORRHEA (RUNNY NOSE), NASAL CONGESTION, NAUSEA, DIARRHEA, HEADACHE, INCREASED CONFUSION, DIZZINESS, AND MALAISE. A COMPLETE LIST OF COVID-19 SYMPTOMS CAN BE FOUND AT: HTTPS://WWW.CDC.GOV/CORONAVIRUS/2019-NCOV/SYMPTOMS-TESTING/SYMPTOMS.HTML. 2.F. SELF-MONITORING. PER THE CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION (CDC), SELF-MONITORING INCLUDES ASSESSING ONSET OF FEVER BY TAKING ONES TEMPERATURE TWICE A DAY AND REMAINING ALERT FOR THE ONSET OF COUGH OR BREATHING DIFFICULTY. CDC DEFINES FEVER AS TEMPERATURE GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO 100.4 F (38C) DEGREES. INDIVIDUALS THAT DEVELOP FEVER, COUGH, OR BREATHING DIFFICULTY SHOULD IMMEDIATELY SELF-ISOLATE, LIMIT CONTACT WITH OTHERS, AND SEEK ADVICE BY TELEPHONE FROM A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER TO DETERMINE IF FURTHER MEDICAL EVALUATION IS REQUIRED. 2.G. RESTRICTION OF MOVEMENT (ROM). GENERAL DOD TERM FOR LIMITING PERSONAL INTERACTION TO REDUCE RISK TO THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF A BROADER COHORT. ROM IS USED TO MINIMIZE RISK OF INDIVIDUALS ENCOUNTERING COVID-19 CONTAGIOUS INDIVIDUALS, AND TO PREVENT PERSONNEL WHO HAVE BEEN IN A HIGHER RISK AREA FROM POTENTIALLY INFECTING OTHERS. ROM INCLUDES ISOLATION, QUARANTINE AND ROM-SEQUESTER. 2.G.1. ISOLATION: MEDICAL TERM FOR THE STRICT SEPARATION OF PERSONNEL FROM OTHERS DUE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF POTENTIAL COVID-19 SYMPTOMS OR A POSITIVE COVID-19 TEST. 2.G.2. QUARANTINE: MEDICAL TERM FOR SEPARATING ASYMPTOMATIC PERSONNEL FROM THOSE PEOPLE REASONABLY BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO A COMMUNICABLE DISEASE, TO PREVENT THE POSSIBLE SPREAD OF THE COMMUNICABLE DISEASE. FOR THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, PERSONNEL WITH NO COVID-19 SYMPTOMS WHO HAVE RECENTLY RETURNED FROM A HIGHER RISK LOCATION OR HAD CLOSE CONTACT WITH A KNOWN COVID- 19 POSITIVE PATIENT SHOULD BE QUARANTINED. THE QUARANTINE PERIOD IS 14 DAYS. 2.G.3. ROM-SEQUESTER: U.S. NAVY TERM FOR PREEMPTIVE SEPARATION OF FORCES TO REDUCE RISK OF INFECTION WHILE ESTABLISHING A COVID-FREE BUBBLE. ROM-SEQUESTER CAN BE CONDUCTED ONBOARD SHIP, IN CONTRACTED FACILITIES, OR IN PERSONAL RESIDENCE DEPENDENT ON UNIT-SPECIFIC SCENARIOS. DURING ROM- SEQUESTER, INTERACTION WITH INDIVIDUALS TRAVELING OUTSIDE OF THE ROM- SEQUESTER LOCATION MUST BE MINIMIZED. INTERACTION WITHIN ROM-SEQUESTER LOCATION IS RESTRICTED TO BASIC NECESSITIES SUCH AS FOOD DELIVERY. 2.H. BUBBLE. U.S. NAVY TERM FOR INDIVIDUALS, UNITS OR INSTALLATIONS THAT HAVE ESTABLISHED LOW PROBABILITY OF COVID-19 INFECTION. A CREW THAT HAS BEEN UNDERWAY, OR ROM-SEQUESTERED AT THE PIER, FOR GREATER THAN 14 DAYS WITHOUT COVID-19 POSITIVE PERSONNEL AND NO COVID-19 SYMPTOMS IS WITHIN A BUBBLE. 2.I. BUBBLE TO BUBBLE TRANSFER (B2BT). U.S. NAVY TERM FOR MOVEMENT OF UNITS OR PERSONNEL FROM ONE BUBBLE TO ANOTHER VIA CONTROLLED MEANS. A WIDE VARIETY OF MODES/MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION CAN BE USED FOR B2BT. THE KEY FACTOR IS THAT THE EVOLUTION IS CLOSELY CONTROLLED TO MINIMIZE RISK OF COVID-19 EXPOSURE. 3. MINIMUM ACTION REQUIRED PRIOR TO DEPLOYED OPERATIONS. 3.A. MANDATORY MEDICAL SCREENING BY A MEDICAL PROVIDER. 3.A.1. PRE-DEPLOYMENT SCREENING WILL CONSIST OF AN ASSESSMENT OF COVID-19 EXPOSURE HISTORY, A TEMPERATURE CHECK, A CHECK FOR COVID-19 SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS LISTED IN PARA 2.E, REVIEW OF ANY PAST COVID-19 TESTING AND A THOROUGH EVALUATION OF THE MEMBERS HIGH RISK FACTORS. 3.A.2. RECOMMENDATIONS TO DEPLOY HIGH RISK INDIVIDUALS MUST BE APPROVED, AT A MINIMUM, BY THE ISIC. MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND WILL MEDICALLY SCREEN CIVIL SERVICE AND CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR DEPLOYMENT ON MSC VESSELS IN ACCORDANCE WITH EXISTING MSC INSTRUCTIONS AND CONTRACTS. 3.B. CONDUCT MINIMUM 14-DAY ROM-SEQUESTER PRIOR TO DEPLOYMENT. DEPENDING ON SCHEDULE AND OPERATIONS, THE NCC WILL DETERMINE IF ROM-SEQUESTER IS WARRANTED PRIOR TO INTEGRATED PHASE. 3.B.1. CONDUCT DAILY PERSONNEL SCREENING (QUESTIONNAIRE/TEMPERATURE CHECKS). 3.B.2. ALL PERSONNEL DEPLOYING OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES WILL UNDERGO A 14- DAY ROM-SEQUESTER PRIOR TO DEPLOYMENT. IF TRAVELING OCONUS AND THE HOST NATION REQUIRES 14-DAY IN-COUNTRY ROM, CONUS PRE-DEPLOYMENT ROM-SEQUESTER IS NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE HOST NATION EXPLICITLY MANDATES BOTH. 3.B.3. ACCEPTABLE ROM-SEQUESTER FACILITIES ARE: SHIP BERTHING, LIVING BARGE, INDIVIDUAL BARRACKS/HOTEL ROOMS, OR PERSONAL RESIDENCE (WITH LIMITED CONTACT WITH OTHER RESIDENTS). EACH HAS PROS AND CONS THAT MUST BE WEIGHED AGAINST UNIT-SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES AND RISK. MINIMIZING CONTACT WITH OTHERS AND FOLLOWING PUBLIC HEALTH MITIGATION MEASURES IS CRITICAL TO SUCCESSFUL ROM- SEQUESTER. 3.B.4. PRACTICE PHYSICAL DISTANCING AND SANITIZE MORE FREQUENTLY WHILE MANNING ESSENTIAL WATCH STATIONS, COMPLETING REQUIRED MAINTENANCE, AND CONDUCTING REQUIRED UNDERWAY PREPARATION (LOGISTICS, TRAINING, ETC.). 3.B.5. DEVELOP OPERATIONAL BENCH FOR REDLINE PERSONNEL TO MAINTAIN MISSION ESSENTIAL OPERATIONS (NUCLEAR POWER PLANT, BRIDGE, COMBAT INFORMATION CENTER, CWC WATCHES, MEDICAL PROVIDERS, ETC.). 3.C. DEPLOYING UNITS WILL TEST OUT OF ROM-SEQUESTER PER FLEET APPROVED COMMUNITY CONOPS. THESE CONOPS WERE REVIEWED BY BUMED FOR THE LATEST SCIENTIFIC EFFICACY AND SHOULD BE FOLLOWED TO ENSURE STANDARDIZATION AND CONSISTENCY ACROSS THE FORCE. TESTING IS THE BEST WAY TO IDENTIFY ASYMPTOMATIC COVID-19 POSITIVE INDIVIDUALS. HOWEVER, TESTING DOES NOT GUARANTEE A CLEAN DEPLOYING UNIT DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR FALSE NEGATIVE TESTS. 3.D. SHIP RIDERS (E.G., CONTRACTORS, TECH REPS, INSPECTION TEAMS, ETC.), DIRECT SUPPORT PERSONNEL, AND ALL OTHERS ASSISTING COMMANDS PRIOR TO BUBBLE ESTABLISHMENT WILL ADHERE TO LOCAL FORCE HEALTH PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS (DAILY SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE, TEMPERATURE CHECKS, PPE, RESTRICT SHIPBOARD MOVEMENT, SANITIZATION, ETC.). WHEN INVOLVED IN MOVEMENT TO SEQUENTIAL COMMANDS, IT MAY BE ADVISABLE TO ROM-SEQUESTER TEAMS, USE B2BT, AND TEST PERIODICALLY. 3.E. SHIP RIDERS (E.G., CONTRACTORS, TECH REPS, INSPECTION TEAMS, ETC.), DIRECT SUPPORT PERSONNEL, AND ALL OTHERS PENETRATING AN ESTABLISHED BUBBLE WILL COMPLETE A 14-DAY ROM-SEQUESTER AND TEST OUT PRIOR TO EMBARKING. OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS MAY SOMETIMES PRECLUDE THIS PRIOR TO SUPPORT PERSONNEL PENETRATING AN ESTABLISHED BUBBLE. NCC APPROVAL IS REQUIRED TO PENETRATE AN ESTABLISHED BUBBLE. 4. MINIMUM REQUIRED ACTION FOR MAINTENANCE, BASIC, ADVANCED/INTEGRATED, AND SUSTAINMENT PHASES. 4.A. MAINTENANCE PHASE. AGGRESSIVE AWARENESS, DIAGNOSIS, CONTACT TRACING, AND IN SOME CASES, ROM-SEQUESTER ARE CRITICAL TO COMBAT COVID-19. COMMANDERS MUST REMAIN ALERT TO THE REALITY SOME SAILORS CARRYING COVID-19 MAY BE ASYMPTOMATIC AND MITIGATE RISKS ACCORDINGLY. THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM MEASURES APPLY: 4.A.1. FOLLOW LOCAL HPCON STATUS AND FHP MEASURES. EMPHASIZE PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY (FACE MASKS, PHYSICAL DISTANCING, AVOID LOCAL AREAS WITH HIGH POPULATION DENSITY, SELF-MONITOR, ETC.). REPORT AND ISOLATE PERSONNEL WITH COVID-19 SYMPTOMS. SCREEN ALL PERSONNEL AND VISITORS DAILY AT WORK, TO INCLUDE TEMPERATURE CHECKS. CLEAN AND DISINFECT SPACES DAILY IAW NAVSEA CLEANING GUIDANCE. CONSIDER ADDITIONAL COVID-19 ORM MEASURES FOR MAJOR EVENTS (E.G., DRILLS). 4.A.2. SUPPORT ORGANIZATION COMMANDERS (E.G., SHIPYARD PERSONNEL, CONTRACT SUPPORT, TRAINING TEAMS, ETC.), SHOULD CONSIDER CURRENT HPCON, CDC THREAT LEVEL, METHOD/MODE OF TRAVEL, ETC WHEN ASSESSING RISK AND DETERMINING IF ROM- SEQUESTER IS WARRANTED. FOR EXAMPLE, A TEAM OF SHIPYARD WORKERS MOVING FROM AN AREA WITH LOW COVID CASES TO AN AREA OF LOW, MEDIUM OR HIGH COVID CASES MIGHT NOT WARRANT ROM-SEQUESTER UNLESS COMPELLED BY OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES SUCH AS TRAVEL THROUGH A HIGH RISK AIRPORT. REGARDLESS, VISITORS SHOULD FOLLOW THE SAME DAILY SCREENING PROCEDURES, SELF-MONITORING, TEMPERATURE CHECKS, PPE, AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY PROTOCOLS AS SHIPS FORCE. 4.A.3 AIRCRAFT SQUADRON COMMANDERS SHOULD CONSIDER THE CURRENT RISK LEVEL PER PARAGRAPH 4.A.2 TO DETERMINE IF ROM-SEQUESTER IS REQUIRED FOR TRAINING DETACHMENTS. FOR EXAMPLE, A SAILOR MAY USE A PERSONAL VEHICLE TO DRIVE FROM MILITARY BASE TO MILITARY BASE WITH INFREQUENT GAS OR FOOD STOPS TO MAINTAIN A MODIFIED BUBBLE. REGARDLESS, TRAVELERS SHOULD FOLLOW THE SAME DAILY SCREENING PROCEDURES, SELF-MONITORING, TEMPERATURE CHECKS, PPE, AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY PROTOCOLS DICTATED BY LOCAL HPCON CONDITIONS. 4.B. BASIC PHASE. INCLUDES SAME MEASURES AS THE MAINTENANCE PHASE, PLUS: 4.B.1. UNDERWAY OPERATIONS WITH ABILITY TO GET MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITY (MTF) SUPPORT WITHIN 72 HOURS. SCREEN HIGH RISK SAILORS AND ENSURE PPE LOADOUT MEETS FLEET GUIDANCE. FOLLOW PLATFORM SPECIFIC COVID-19 CONOPS AND SOPS. 4.B.2. UNDERWAY OPERATIONS WHEN MTF SUPPORT WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE WITHIN 72 HOURS. SAME MEASURES AS LOCAL OPERATIONS, PLUS, IAW FLEET COMMANDER GUIDANCE, CONSIDER MEDICAL TEAM AUGMENT, MEDEVAC AUGMENT/HELO CAPABILITY, AND SHIPBOARD TESTING CAPABILITY. 4.C. ADVANCED AND INTEGRATED PHASES. SAME MEASURES AS MAINTENANCE AND BASIC PHASES, PLUS: 4.C.1. IF DEPLOYING IMMEDIATELY AFTER INTEGRATED PHASE (I.E., COMPTUEX(C2X)) OR PRE-OVERSEAS MOVEMENT EVALUATION (POMEVAL), FOLLOW GUIDANCE IN PARAGRAPH 3. 4.D. SUSTAINMENT PHASE. 4.D.1. UNDERWAY: MAINTAIN BUBBLE PER PARAGRAPH 3.E. 4.D.2. PIER-SIDE: FOLLOWING DEPLOYMENT, FOLLOW BASIC PHASE GUIDANCE. OPERATIONAL COMMANDERS MAY ELECT TO SHIFT TO PARAGRAPH 3 GUIDANCE DEPENDING ON LIKELIHOOD OF CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS. 4.E. FOR ALL PHASES, DISCIPLINED INDIVIDUAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH PROTECTION MEASURES ARE THE BEDROCK OF RISK REDUCTION AND RISK MITIGATION. COVID MITIGATION PROTOCOL, WHERE APPROPRIATE, SHOULD CONSIDER ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR HIGH RISK PERSONNEL. COMMANDERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, MANAGEMENT, OVERSIGHT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PROTOCOLS FOR THEIR UNITS. INDIVIDUALS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR EXECUTING THOSE PROTOCOLS. 5. DUE TO UNIQUE NATURE OF FORWARD DEPLOYED NAVAL FORCES (FDNF) AND THEIR HOST NATION RELATIONSHIP, NCCS WILL DEFINE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FDNF UNITS USING SECTIONS 3 AND 4 AS THE BASIS. 6. COMMANDERS MAY NEED TO EXEMPT AIRCREW AND AIRCRAFT MAINTAINERS FROM THIS GUIDANCE TO MEET EMERGENT OPERATIONAL OR NATOPS CURRENCY REQUIREMENTS. ROBUST RISK MITIGATION IS REQUIRED TO MINIMIZE COVID THREATS TO EXISTING BUBBLES. MITIGATION PLANS MUST BE APPROVED BY THE NCC. 7. ACTION WHEN A CREW MEMBER, MILITARY, OR CIVILIAN EXHIBITS SIGNS OR SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19 INFECTION. 7.A. ISOLATE AND MEDICALLY SCREEN THE CREW MEMBER. DESIGNATE AS PUI. RESTRICT CONTACT WITH THE REST OF THE CREW/OPERATIONAL BENCH. 7.A.1. IF ISOLATED ABOARD SHIP, USE SMALL BERTHING AREAS (E.G., STATEROOMS) FOR SEPARATION. WHEN ADEQUATE SHIPBOARD ISOLATION CAPACITY IS EXHAUSTED, CONSIDER TRANSFERRING PUIS TO UNITS WITH REMAINING CAPACITY OR ASHORE. 7.A.2. IF ISOLATED OFF SHIP, PROVIDE PUI MEDICAL TREATMENT UNTIL CLINICALLY IMPROVED. 7.B. IDENTIFY, QUARANTINE, AND MEDICALLY SCREEN CLOSE CONTACTS OF COVID-19 CASES AND SYMPTOMATIC PUIS AS DEFINED IN PARAGRAPHS 2.A AND 2.B. MINIMUM SCREENING SHOULD INCLUDE A QUESTIONNAIRE TO ASSESS RISK TO EXPOSURE, TEMPERATURE CHECK, AND VISUAL CHECK FOR SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS PER THE CDC. WHEN ADEQUATE SHIPBOARD QUARANTINE CAPACITY IS EXHAUSTED, CONSIDER TRANSFERRING CLOSE CONTACTS TO UNITS WITH REMAINING CAPACITY OR ASHORE. 7.B.1. QUARANTINE CLOSE CONTACTS FOR 14 DAYS. AFTER 14 DAYS, IF ASYMPTOMATIC, RELEASE FROM QUARANTINE. 7.B.2. PER PARAGRAPH 2.B., ASYMPTOMATIC INDIVIDUALS QUARANTINED DUE TO CLOSE CONTACT ARE NOT CONSIDERED PUI. 7.B.3. IF CLOSE CONTACT BECOMES SYMPTOMATIC - FOLLOW PUI PROTOCOL. 7.C. PROTOCOL FOR PUI. 7.C.1 TEST PUI IF POSSIBLE. IF TEST RESULT POSITIVE - CONTINUE ISOLATION AND TREAT. IF TEST NEGATIVE - PROVIDE MEDICAL TREATMENT UNTIL CLINICALLY IMPROVED. IF TEST NEGATIVE AND PUI DOES NOT IMPROVE - ISOLATE AND FOLLOW PARAGRAPH 7.D. IF NO TEST PERFORMED - PROCEED WITH STEPS 7.C.2 AND 7.C.3 BELOW. 7.C.2. MEDICALLY SCREEN TWICE A DAY AT A MINIMUM. 7.C.3. IF SYMPTOMS WORSEN, CONSULT MEDICAL AUTHORITIES REGARDING TRANSFER TO MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITY. 7.D. RETURN TO WORK GUIDANCE FOR COVID-19 CASES. 7.D.1. OPERATIONAL UNITS. COVID-19 CASES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA TO RETURN TO WORK: (1) AT LEAST 72 HOURS HAVE PASSED SINCE RECOVERY [DEFINED AS RESOLUTION OF FEVER WITHOUT THE USE OF FEVER REDUCING MEDICATION], (2) **FREE** OF ALL SYMPTOMS, AND (3) AT LEAST 14 DAYS HAVE ELAPSED SINCE THE SYMPTOMS FIRST APPEARED. 7.D.2. ALL UNITS EXCEPT OPERATIONAL UNITS. COVID-19 CASES MAY RETURN TO WORK AFTER MEETING ALL REQUIREMENTS OF SYMPTOM BASED CRITERIA OR TEST BASED CRITERIA. TEST BASED CRITERIA MUST USE AN FDA APPROVED MOLECULAR ASSAY FOR DETECTION OF SARS-COV-2 RNA. 7.D.2.A. SYMPTOM-BASED CRITERIA: (1) AT LEAST 72 HOURS HAVE PASSED SINCE RECOVERY [DEFINED AS RESOLUTION OF FEVER WITHOUT THE USE OF FEVER REDUCING MEDICATION], (2) **IMPROVEMENT** IN RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS (E.G., COUGH, SHORTNESS OF BREATH), AND (3) AT LEAST 14 DAYS HAVE ELAPSED SINCE THE SYMPTOMS FIRST APPEARED. 7.D.2.B. TEST-BASED CRITERIA: (1) RESOLUTION OF FEVER WITHOUT THE USE OF FEVER REDUCING MEDICATION, (2) IMPROVEMENT IN RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS (E.G., COUGH, SHORTNESS OF BREATH), AND (3) NEGATIVE PCR TEST RESULTS FROM AT LEAST TWO CONSECUTIVE RESPIRATORY SPECIMENS COLLECTED MORE THAN OR EQUAL TO 24 HOURS APART. 7.E. POSITIVE TEST RESULT FOLLOWING SECTION 7.D. RETURN TO WORK CLEARANCE. CORRECTLY CLEARED INDIVIDUALS MAY CONTINUE TO TEST POSITIVE FOR UP TO THREE MONTHS DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF PERSISTENT NON-INFECTIOUS VIRAL FRAGMENTS. THEREFORE, INDIVIDUALS THAT HAVE MET SECTION 7.D. CLEARANCE CRITERIA AND HAVE A SUBSEQUENT POSITIVE TEST WITHIN THREE MONTHS CAN REMAIN AT WORK. INDIVIDUALS THAT EXHIBIT NEW OR PERSISTENT SYMPTOMS SHOULD BE EVALUATED BY A MEDICAL PROVIDER. 8. POST-DEPLOYMENT/REDEPLOYMENT. 8.A. MILITARY MEMBERS REDEPLOYING TO CONUS WILL COMPLETE A 14-DAY ROM- SEQUESTER AT HOME STATION. MEMBERS RETURNING VIA SHIP OR MILAIR WITH NO HISTORY OF COVID-19, MAY COUNT TRANSIT TIME (BEGINNING ON THE DAY OF DEPARTURE FROM THE LAST PORT OR AIRFIELD) TOWARDS THE ROM-SEQUESTER REQUIREMENT. SERVICE MEMBERS ON POST-DEPLOYMENT ROM-SEQUESTER ARE RESTRICTED TO THEIR PERSONAL RESIDENCE OR OTHER APPROPRIATE DOMICILE AND MUST LIMIT CLOSE CONTACT. IF NECESSARY, ARRANGEMENTS WILL BE MADE WITHIN BARRACKS TO MINIMIZE CONTACT. 8.B. AT THE COMPLETION OF DEPLOYMENT, ALL PERSONNEL WILL COMPLETE A POST- DEPLOYMENT HEALTH ASSESSMENT (DD FORM 2796) AND POST-DEPLOYMENT HEALTH REASSESSMENT (DD FORM 2900) IN ACCORDANCE WITH REF (E). 8.C. REDEPLOYING INDIVIDUALS MUST BE SCREENED AT THE ASSIGNED PLACE OF DUTY OR POINT OF EMBARKATION. AT A MINIMUM, SCREENING WILL CONSIST OF AN ASSESSMENT OF EXPOSURE HISTORY, A TEMPERATURE CHECK, A CHECK FOR COVID-19 SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS LISTED IN PARAGRAPH 2.E., AND REVIEW OF ANY PAST COVID-19 TESTING. 8.D. ALL COVID-19 TESTING WILL BE ENTERED IN A SERVICEMEMBERS MEDICAL RECORD. 9. ADDITIONAL ROM AND MEDICAL SCREENING CONSIDERATIONS. 9.A. COMMANDERS MUST ENSURE ROM AND MEDICAL SCREENING GUIDANCE GIVEN TO DOD CIVILIAN AND CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL CAN BE APPLIED CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND CONTRACT. COMMANDERS SHOULD CONSIDER WEATHER AND SAFETY LEAVE AND TELEWORK AS OPTIONS TO FACILITATE DOD CIVILIAN COMPLETION OF ROM. COMMANDERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CONSULT THEIR SERVICING STAFF JUDGE ADVOCATES, OGC LEGAL COUNSEL, AND/OR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE FOR CASE-SPECIFIC GUIDANCE. 9.B. THIS GUIDANCE DOES NOT ALTER, MODIFY, OR CHANGE THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ANY DOD CIVILIAN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT OR ANY OTHER DOD CONTRACT. ONLY WARRANTED OFFICERS MAY AGREE TO PAY ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH DOD CONTRACTOR ROM. 10. RELEASED BY VADM P. G. SAWYER, DEPUTY CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS FOR OPERATIONS, PLANS AND STRATEGY, OPNAV N3/N5// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

Doctors on the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt warned in a March memo that dozens of sailors would die of the coronavirus if the ship was not evacuated immediately, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday. The memo, which was reviewed by the WSJ, was sent to Navy medical officials the same day Capt. Brett Crozier wrote the letter that later resulted in the loss of his command. https://news.yahoo.com/doctors-uss-theodore-roosevelt-warned-182633337.html

PENSACOLA, Fla. (NNS) -- Sailors planning to take summer or fall college courses using Tuition Assistance (TA) or Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE) should begin to submit their application requests. Sailors can submit their command-approved TA/NCPACE applications as early as 120 days in advance, but no later than 14 days prior to the term start date of the course. “Submitting applications early allows sufficient time to resolve any issues,” said Navy College Program Counselor Desmond Pierre-Louis. “That way, funding authorizations can happen in a timely manner.” Service members are required to obtain approval for TA/NCPACE funding before the official start of a course. There is no risk in applying early, but there are eligibility requirements that Sailors must meet before they can submit a request and funding can be authorized. “Sailors must have a minimum of two years of military service before becoming eligible to use TA or NCPACE funding,” said Pierre-Louis. “After that, and with approval from their command, they can do the required online training and speak directly with a counselor to define their education goals.” Sailors planning to attend college classes are required to complete two training courses prior to using TA/NCPACE for the first time. The training products are accessible in MyNavy Education or through the Navy College Program mobile app. The specific steps a Sailor has to take to request TA/NCPACE funding are located on the Navy College Program website. After the command-approved TA/NCPACE application is authorized by the Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC), an authorization voucher is generated. Once printed and signed, the Sailor can then forward the voucher to the academic institution for payment. Sailors can also save and digitally sign the authorization voucher prior to sending to their school electronically. With recent efforts by the Navy to demonstrate the importance of education to the overall warfighting strategy, such as creating the Naval Community College and giving more weight to education in FITREPs, it is the perfect time for Sailors to attain their higher-education goals. “Sailors continue to embrace lifelong learning as they strive to improve themselves,” said Voluntary Education Program Deputy Director Lt. Cmdr. Adam Walski. “This helps foster the culture of learning that we strive for within the Navy to maintain our advantage around the world.” One of the rewards of higher-level learning is that it is mutually beneficial for the Sailor and the Navy as a whole. “A Sailor utilizing the program takes control of their future, whether in pursuit of a certificate or degree, and it provides advantages towards promotion,” said Walski. “What cannot be overlooked is the influence this now empowered Sailor brings back to the command.” For additional information on the Navy College Program, visit www.navycollege.navy.mil to start the education process and complete required training. Normal business hours for the NCVEC are Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, and Friday, 7 a.m.-12p.m. Eastern Standard Time toll free 1-877-838-1659. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the NCVEC is continuing to provide customer service support to the fleet. For a list of contact options, including scheduling appointments for counseling or requesting a counselor call back, visit the Navy College Program website at https://www.navycollege.navy.mil/contact.htm. For OCONUS Navy College Office (NCO) information, visit https://www.navycollege.navy.mil/resources/find-open-navy-college-offices.htm. As part of the MyNavy HR Force Development team, Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center (NETPDC) provides products and services that enable and enhance education, training, career development, and personnel advancement throughout the Navy. Primary elements of the command include the Voluntary Education Department, the Navy Advancement Center and the Resources Management Department.

NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- In a new message to all Navy Reservists, Commander, Navy Reserve Force (CNRF) is extending the current postponement of on-site Reserve drill weekends until June 30, and providing additional guidance resulting from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. ALNAVRESFOR 012/20, released today, provides guidance for the following topics: drill weekends, teleworking, Annual Training (AT) waivers, Navy Operational Support Centers (NOSC) re-opening, selection boards, the Direct Commissioning Program, High Year Tenure (HYT), and civilian personnel. Here are some of the highlights (the full message can be read at https://www.public.navy.mil/nrh/Pages/library_messages.aspx): June drill weekends will be conducted virtually. Regular on-site drill weekends remain postponed until June 30. Telework for drills remains authorized until further notice. All Reservists should strive to obtain their AT requirements without a waiver, but the deadline remains June 30 for those Sailors who have a hardship. Sailors with concerns about achieving a “Qualifying Year” for retirement and a “Satisfactory Year” for annual participation should review the latest brief from the Reserve Force Career Counselor (https://www.dvidshub.net/publication/issues/52995). The National Command/Senior Officer (O5/O6) Non-Command Billet Screening and Assignment Board (APPLY) is scheduled for 7-19 Dec. Expect an updated COMNAVRESFORNOTE 5400 in the coming weeks. Officer Development School (ODS) classes will be restricted to 100-110 seats to accommodate social distancing requirements; FY21 ODS classes will also be limited to 100-110 seats until further notice. There are new waiver processes for Full Time Support (FTS) and Selected Reserve (SELRES) Sailors within High Year Tenure (HYT). “Extending our COVID-19 mitigation policies for another month protects our Sailors and provides stability for themselves, their careers, and their families,” said Rear Adm. John Schommer, deputy commander, Navy Reserve Force. “Virtual drills via Commercial Virtual Remote is working, and we continue to see our Reserve leaders take innovative approaches to ensuring our Reservists complete drills and earn points for a satisfactory and qualifying year.” Although in-person drills are postponed for another month, Reservists should anticipate some Navy Reserve Activities (NRAs) to begin conducting regular drills later this summer. “We want to start re-opening our NOSCs as soon as possible, but we want to be deliberate and methodical about it,” said Capt. Errin Armstrong, chief of staff, Commander, Navy Reserve Forces Command. “It won’t be a situation where one day all the NOSCs are closed, and the next day all are completely opened. NOSC commanders will have to consider guidance from their Navy region, state, and local governments before they begin hosting regular drill weekends.” A diverse planning team of subject matter experts from across the Navy Reserve Force has already started creating a framework for a phased re-opening. “Our planning team is comprised of Full Time Support (FTS) and Selected Reservist (SELRES) members from different NOSCs, Navy Region Reserve Component Commands (RCC), Reserve medical staffs, and operational planners who are working together to see what makes the most sense for bringing our Navy Reservists back,” said Armstrong. “But we must do so while protecting them from unnecessary health risks.” “From the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, our message to the Force has been that we have our Reservist’s backs and are focused on providing them with maximum flexibility in these challenging times,” said Schommer. “Regardless of when or how we start to return to in person drills, that guidance will not change.” For more information regarding the Navy Reserve and its policies for COVID-19, please go to https://www.mynrh.navy.mil

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 211828Z MAY 20 MID110000722815U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 150/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/MAY// SUBJ/SEPTEMBER 2020 (CYCLE 248) NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAMINATIONS FOR ACTIVE-DUTY AND FULL-TIME SUPPORT PETTY OFFICERS (E-4 THROUGH E-6)// REF/A/DOC/BUPERS/19SEP18// REF/B/MSG/SECNAV WASHINGTON DC/052044ZMAR13// REF/C/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/201449ZDEC18// REF/D/MSG/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/272057ZDEC18// NARR/REF A IS BUPERSINST 1430.16G, ADVANCEMENT MANUAL FOR ENLISTED PERSONNEL OF THE U.S. NAVY AND U.S. NAVY RESERVE. REF B IS ALNAV 015/13, PERSONNEL SECURITY INVESTIGATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS. REF C IS NAVADMIN 312/18, ADVANCEMENT POLICY UPDATE. REF D IS NAVADMIN 316/18, ENLISTED ADVANCEMENT WORKSHEET.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces the September 2020 (cycle 248) Navy-wide advancement examinations (NWAE) for advancement in rate of Active-Duty and Full-Time Support (FTS) Sailors. Canvasser Recruiters with special program indicator code *W* will no longer take Active-Duty exams. Canvasser Recruiters will now take Selected Reserve (SELRES) exams, commencing with the September 2020 NWAEs for advancement in rate of SELRES Sailors (cycle 107). a. Exam dates for Active and FTS Sailors are: E-6 - 3 September 2020 E-5 - 10 September 2020 E-4 - 17 September 2020 b. In addition to the requirements in chapter 6 of reference (a) and this NAVADMIN, educational services officers (ESO) must follow the pre-exam preparation requirements in the exam verbatim, which can be found on the Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS) website via MyNavy Portal (MNP) at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/. Select the Career and Life Events tab, Advancement and Promotion tab, Navy Advancement Center tab and then the command info for ESOs. 2. Eligibility requirements are found in chapter 2 of reference (a). The following information is specific only to cycle 248: a. The terminal eligibility date used to compute time-in-rate (TIR) is 1 January 2021. b. The minimum TIR date must be on or before: E-6 - 1 January 2018 E-5 - 1 January 2020 E-4 - 1 July 2020 c. E-6 candidate TIR requirements for early promote Sailors can be waived by one year with the commanding officer (CO)/officer-in- charge (OIC) approval, in line with paragraph 214.e. of reference (a). d. High-year tenure (HYT) date must be effective 1 January 2021 or later. All HYT waivers must be approved prior to 1 September 2020. e. Candidates in a rating requiring a security clearance must have a favorable investigation adjudication by the Department of Defense Central Adjudication Facility reflected properly in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) prior to 1 September 2020. If the CO of the candidate grants an interim clearance, JPAS must be updated prior to 1 September 2020. Candidates who do not meet the outlined criteria should not be allowed to participate in the exam. Candidates must maintain security clearance eligibility throughout the advancement cycle to be eligible for advancement. If for any reason a clearance is denied or revoked, an exam is not authorized until a new clearance is granted. Ratings requiring a security clearance are AC, AE, AG, AO, ATI, ATO, AWF, AWO, AWR, AWS, AWV, AZ, CTI, CTM, CTN, CTR, CTT, EOD, ET, FC, FCA, GM, HT, IC, IS, IT, LN, MA, MC, MN, ND, OS, QM, SB, SO, STG, YN, as well as all nuclear and submarine ratings. Refer to references (a) and (b) for additional guidance. f. For candidates taking E-4 and E-5 exams, compute performance mark average (PMA) using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with an ending date that falls within the following time periods: E-4 exam - 1 January 2020 to 31 August 2020 E-5 exam - 1 June 2019 to 31 August 2020 g. For candidates taking E-6 exams, compute the reporting seniors cumulative average (RSCA) PMA, as outlined in reference (c), using all evaluations in the current pay grade of the candidate with the ending date that falls within the following time period: E-6 exam - 1 September 2017 to 31 August 2020 h. For guidance in establishing PMA for new accessions who have graduated from *A* school and do not have a current evaluation, refer to paragraph 308.b. of reference (a). i. Professional military knowledge - eligibility exams are mandatory for cycle 248 and must be completed prior to 1 August 2020. j. For guidance on establishing enlisted advancement worksheet (EAW) user roles and completing worksheets, refer to reference (d). EAW is mandatory for cycle 248 and will be the authority for PMA, RSCA PMA and awards. 3. Exam Ordering. Order exams in line with chapter 4 of reference (a). a. Deploying commands and candidates departing to Congressionally- Designated Combat Zones and Approved Contingency Operations Areas (CDCZ/ACOA) can order exams up to 6 months prior to the scheduled exam date. Refer to chapter 4 and paragraph 614 of reference (a) for additional guidance. b. Regular Exams: (1) Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Exams. Cryptologic-Technician Interpretive (CTI)/Cryptologic-Technician Network (CTN)/Cryptologic Technician-Collection (CTR) SCI exam ordering dates can be found on the NEAS website via MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/. Select the Career and Life Events tab, Advancement and Promotion tab, Navy Advancement Center tab and then the Command info for ESOs. ESOs must verify initial active TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website for exam ordering. Supplemental TIR SCI exams are ordered via preferred message formatted e-mail to sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil or naval message following the guidelines in chapter 4 of reference (a). The deadline for ordering supplemental TIR SCI exams is 31 May 2020. (2) Non-SCI Exams. Exam ordering for non-SCI regular exams begins 27 May 2020. ESOs must verify TIR eligibility lists on the NEAS website during the following time periods: (a) Initial TIR lists will be available: E-6 27 May 2020 to 21 June 2020 E-5 27 May 2020 to 5 July 2020 E-4 27 May 2020 to 16 July 2020 (b) Supplemental TIR lists will be available: E-6 22 June 2020 to 28 July 2020 E-5 6 July 2020 to 2 August 2020 E-4 17 July 2020 to 2 August 2020 (3) Exams ordered after the TIR lists have closed shall be ordered using preferred message formatted e-mail to sfly_N321_exam_order(at)navy.mil or naval message following guidelines in chapter 4 of reference (a). Ensure a point of contact is included in the submitted e-mail or message. Orders submitted after supplemental TIR list closure will result in a substitute exam being sent. c. Substitute Exams: (1) The deadline for ordering SCI substitute exams is 30 September 2020. The deadline for ordering non-SCI substitute exams is 30 September 2020. (2) Naval Education and Training Professional Development Center (NETPDC N321) is the approval authority for all substitute exams. (3) Recent graduates of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program training pipeline on transfer leave in route to their first at-sea assignment during the E-4 and E-5 examination dates will have substitute examinations ordered for them by their ultimate duty station if dates permit exam ordering before the published deadline. (4) Substitute examinations may be administered with the regular exam administration or in line with paragraph 606 of reference (a). d. ESOs must verify examination orders at the *View Previous Exam Orders* link via the NEAS website within 7 to 10 days of placing the order. If exam order discrepancies are noted, contact the Fleet Services Branch (NETPDC N321) as listed on the NEAS website on the NETPDC N321 point of contact table. e. Exceptions to policy for exam orders will continue to be submitted in line with reference (a). f. Candidates in the following ratings are separated into the following competitive groups: (1) CTI: Group 1 Middle East/North Africa Group 2 East/Far East Group 3 Latin/South America Group 4 Eastern Europe (2) EMN, ETN, and MMN: Group 1 Submarine Group 2 Surface Group 3 Training 4. Exam Administration and Answer Sheet Returns a. For exam administration and answer sheet return instructions refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). b. ESOs must check the exam tote board on the NEAS website often to ensure answer sheets have been received and processed. The tote board can be accessed via MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/. Select the Career and Life Events tab, Advancement and Promotion tab, Navy Advancement Center tab and then the command info for ESOs. Answer sheets that are in error will not be counted until they are processed successfully. c. A detailed discrepancy list can be found on the NEAS website. For guidance on discrepancy correction requirements, refer to chapters 3 and 7 of reference (a). d. Post-exam administration discrepancy correction correspondence with NETPDC N321 is to be submitted using the EAW post-exam administration comments function outlined in reference (d). All corrections must have a CO/OIC letter and supporting documentation included as attachments. Education point corrections require a submission of the joint service transcript indicating the degree type and date of completion. e. For guidance on E-4 through E-6 candidates with missed exams due to assignment in CDCZ/ACOA refer to chapter 6 of reference (a). 5. Examination Results. Refer to chapter 7 of reference (a). 6. Any additional information regarding this cycle will be posted on the NEAS website. 7. Points of Contact a. MyNavy Career Center (MNCC) is available 24/7 by phone at 1- 833-330- MNCC (1-833-330-6622) or via e-mail at askmncc(at)navy.mil. b. SCI exam questions and orders can be reached at (850) 473- 5867/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_cryptologic.products(at)navy.mil. c. Non-SCI exam questions and orders can be reached at (850)473-6148/DSN 753 or via e-mail at sfly_N321_exam_order(at)navy.mil. d. Records and discrepancies can be reached at (850) 473- 6148/DSN 753 or via the EAW on MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy-advancement- center/my-eso. 8. For further NEAS information, to include exam verbatim and other related documents, visit MNP at https://www.mnp.navy.mil/group/navy- advancement-center/my-eso. 9. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 10. Released by Vice Admiral John B. Nowell, Jr, N1.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The U.S. Navy’s 2019 Sailors of the Year (SOY) will be recognized for their outstanding achievements over the next few weeks, May 21 – June 2. Every year the office of the Master Chief Petty Officer hosts a week-long series of events recognizing the Sailors of the Year in the nation’s capital. But due to safety and health concerns, this year’s events were shifted to localized events, to minimize risk and respect social distancing measures. Although the annual SOY recognition was cancelled, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, Russell Smith still wanted to make sure the Navy’s top SOYs could be recognized for their achievement. Notably, each recipient will also be meritoriously promoted to Chief Petty Officer during their respective Fleet ceremony. The 2019 SOYs who are slated for advancement are: - Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Carolina Berrio, U.S. Fleet Forces Sea Sailor of the Year - Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Jason C. Webley, U.S. Pacific Fleet Sea Sailor of the Year - Chief Aviation Ordnanceman Kimber N. Dominguez, Navy Shore Sailor of the Year - Chief Naval Air Crewman Mechanical Amanda Alcantar, Navy Reserve Sailor of the Year “These four Sailors of the Year represent the best of our Navy,” said Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday. “These Sailors have demonstrated the highest standards, and have proven themselves by their performance, knowledge, and leadership on the deck plates time and again. I could not be more proud to have them leading our Navy as Chief Petty Officers.” MCPON echoed CNO’s sentiments. "These Sailors reflect a level of performance that clearly demonstrates readiness to be Chief Petty Officers. Their technical expertise within their specific rating and specialty, as well as their performance as leaders across the breadth of the Navy community in which they live and serve, has led to their selection as Sailors of the Year and subsequent promotion to Chief Petty Officer" said MCPON Smith. "I’m proud to welcome them to the Mess, and I know these new Chiefs are keenly aware that this advancement is not a reward - rather, it is a clear recognition that they are ready for increased responsibility and accountability, an opportunity to do more for the Navy. I’m excited to see them step up to even greater challenges – leveraging those anchors, with an unselfish focus, to have an even greater impact on our Navy.” The Sailor of the Year Program has recognized Sailors who represent the best of our Navy for almost 50 years. The program was established in 1972 by the Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Elmo Zumwalt and MCPON John Whittet to recognize outstanding Atlantic and Pacific Fleet and top Shore Sailors of the Year.

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 201903Z MAY 20 MID110000716460U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 148/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N2N6// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N2N6// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N2N6/MAY// SUBJ/UPDATED POLICY FOR THE USE OF EMBEDDED COMPUTER CAPABILITIES AND PERIPHERALS TO SUPPORT TWO-WAY COLLABORATION// REF/A/MEMO/DOD SISO/1MAY20// REF/B/MEMO/DEPSECDEF/22MAY18// REF/C/MEMO/DOD CIO/21APR16// REF/D/MEMO/N2NGI/26OCT15// REF/E/INST/ICD 705/27SEP17// REF/F/MEMO/DOD CIO/13APR20// NARR/REF A IS DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) SENIOR INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER (SISO) MEMORANDUM ON GUIDANCE FOR THE USE OF EMBEDDED COMPUTER CAPABILITIES AND EXTERNAL COMPUTER PERIPHERALS IN TELEWORK ENVIRONMENTS. REF B IS DEPUTY SECRETARY OF DEFENSE MEMORANDUM ON MOBILE DEVICE RESTRICTIONS IN THE PENTAGON. REF C IS DOD CIO MEMORANDUM ON INTRODUCTION AND USE OF WEARABLE FITNESS DEVICES AND HEADPHONES WITHIN DOD ACCREDITED SPACES AND FACILITIES. REF D IS DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF NAVAL INTELLIGENCE MEMORANDUM ON DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY SENSITIVE COMPARTMENTED INFORMATION FACILITY PERSONAL PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICES CLARIFICATION MEMORANDUM. REF E IS INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY DIRECTIVE (ICD) 705 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MANAGEMENT OF SENSITIVE COMPARTMENTED INFORMATION FACILITIES V 1.4. REF F IS DOD CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (CIO) MEMORANDUM ON AUTHORIZED TELEWORK CAPABILITIES AND GUIDANCE.// POC1/SUSAN BRYERJOYNER/CAPT/OPNAV N2N6G5/EMAIL: SUSAN.BRYERJOYNER1(AT)NAVY.MIL /TEL: 571-256-8422// POC2/RANDY AKERS/DON INFOSEC/EMAIL: RANDY.AKERS(AT)NAVY.MIL /TEL: 703-601-0477// POC3/MARK LAWTON/NAVY SSO/EMAIL: MARK.LAWTON1(AT)NAVY.MIL/TEL: 703-604- 5736// POC4/DEIDRA BASS/NAVINTEL ISSM/EMAIL: DEIDRA.BASS(AT)NAVY.MIL /TEL: (301) 669-3213// POC5//ROBERT NITZENBERGER/DON SAP SENIOR AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL /EMAIL: ROBERT.NITZENBERGER(AT)NAVY.MIL/TEL: (202) 284-1301// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN consolidates guidance from references (a) through (f) to provide one authoritative policy for the use of embedded computer capabilities and peripherals to support collaboration in telework environments and government workspaces (unclassified, classified, collateral classified, Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), and Special Access Program (SAP)). For the purpose of this NAVADMIN, the following definitions are provided: a. Computers are electronic devices that store and process data (e.g. desktop/laptop, tablets, smartphones). b. Embedded computer capabilities are a combination of built-in hardware and software designed to provide a specific function (e.g. built-in web cameras, microphones, Wi-Fi). c. Computer peripherals are external devices (e.g. common access card (CAC) readers, web cameras, microphones, keyboards, mice, monitors, printers) that are physically or wirelessly (e.g. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) connected to computers. 2. Embedded computer capabilities Use on Navy-issued computers. a. Authorized in telework environments and unclassified government workspaces only. b. Prohibited in any classified government workspaces, per reference (a). c. The following authorities are responsible for establishing processes for enabling prior to telework and disabling prior to re-introducing these computers back into higher classified workspaces (collateral classified, SCIF, and SAP): (1) For collateral classified spaces, up to the Top Secret level, the Navy Senior Information Security Officer (SISO) is the approval authority and will coordinate with the Deputy Undersecretary of the Navy, as required. (2) For Navy-accredited SCIFs, the Special Security Officer (SSO), with concurrence from the Naval Intelligence (NAVINTEL) Command Information Officer (CIO), is the approval authority. Navy commands that use SCIFs accredited by other agencies (e.g. NSA, DIA) shall comply with guidance from those agencies. (3) For Navy-accredited SAP Facilities (SAPFs), the Director, DON SAP Central Office (SAPCO) is the approval authority. Navy commands that use SAPFs accredited by other agencies (e.g. NSA, DIA) shall comply with guidance from those agencies. 3. Navy-issued peripherals. a. Telework environments. (1) Authorized on personally-owned computers. b. Unclassified workspaces. (1) The use of headsets with microphones and web cameras in unclassified government workspaces is restricted to training and mission essential tasks that require two-way communication. They are NOT authorized for unofficial use. c. Collateral classified workspaces. (1) Authorized up to the Top Secret level, to include common, restricted and collateral open storage areas, with the following limitations: (a) Reference (b) remains in force for mobile devices in any Pentagon workspace that is designated or accredited for the processing, handling, or discussion of classified information. (b) Must be government procured using the network provider Approved Products List (APL). 1. Effective immediately, commands will only procure peripherals contained on APLs established by their network providers. a. NMCI APL can be accessed at https://www.homeport.navy.mil/services/downloads/nmcicertifieddevicelist.xls b. ONEnet APL can be accessed at https://navyonenet.com/navy-one-net-products/ 2. Previously procured peripherals that do not comply with this NAVADMIN will be replaced as soon as fiscally feasible, but not later than 31 December 2020. (c) Headsets without microphones, per reference (c): 1. Must be unplugged when not in use. 2. Must be wired. 3. May use either a 3.5mm audio jack or USB port. 4. Cannot contain noise-cancelling functionality. 5. May be used on a system with any classification level, and once disconnected, are not considered classified. (d) Headsets with microphones, per reference (c): 1. Must be unplugged when not in use. 2. Must be wired. (Push to talk preferred, if available.) 3. May use either a 3.5mm audio jack or USB port. 4. Cannot contain noise-cancelling functionality. (e) Web Cameras 1. Use must be approved by the appropriate authority identified in para 2 above. 2. May only be used on systems at the classification level of the space. For example, in a collateral SECRET open storage area an external web camera may be connected to the SECRET workstation only. 3. Waivers regarding use of external web cameras on workstations at a lower classification level than the workspace may be approved on a case-by-case basis by the Navy SISO for select situations (e.g. offices with doors). d. Navy-accredited SCIFs. (1) May be authorized by the Navy SSO or Navy Regional SSO (RSSO) on a case-by-case basis, with the following limitations: (a) Reference (b) remains in force for mobile devices in any space in the Pentagon that is designated or accredited for the processing, handling, or discussion of classified information. (b) All peripherals used in SCIF workspaces must be government procured using the network provider APL. 1. Effective immediately, commands will procure only computer peripherals contained on approved products lists established by their network providers. 2. Previously procured peripherals (e.g. headsets, web cameras, microphones, etc.) used in classified spaces will be replaced as soon as fiscally feasible, but not later than 31 December 2020. (c) Headsets without microphones. 1. Must be unplugged when not in use. 2. Must be wired. 3. May use either a 3.5mm audio jack or USB port. If the headsets connect via a USB port, the Navy SSO will coordinate with the NIA CIO prior to issuing a determination. 4. Headsets cannot contain noise-cancelling functionality. 5. Per reference (d), headsets must be government procured. 6. May be used on a system with any classification level, and once disconnected, are not considered classified. (d) Headsets with microphones. 1. Must be unplugged when not in use. 2. Must be wired and have push to talk capability. 3. May use either a 3.5mm audio jack or USB port. If the headsets connect via a USB port, the Navy SSO will coordinate with the Naval Intelligence Activity (NIA) CIO prior to issuing a determination. 4. Headsets cannot contain noise-cancelling functionality. 5. Per reference (d), headsets must be government procured. (e) Web Cameras 1. Per reference (e), recording capabilities and restricted technologies (e.g. audio and video recorders, cameras, microphones, and devices with USB connectivity) introduce vulnerabilities to information and therefore impact SCIF security. 2. Cameras are considered medium risk portable electronic devices and may be allowed in a SCIF with approval of the CSA or Navy SSO, with concurrence of the NAVINTEL CIO with appropriate mitigations in place. 3. Reference (e) does not distinguish between digital and web cameras. Direct all waiver requests to the Navy SSO. e. Navy-accredited SAPFs. (1) May be authorized by the Director, DON SAPCO on a case-by-case basis. 4. Personally-owned peripherals, wired or Bluetooth-enabled Use on Navy- issued computers. a. Not authorized in any classified workspaces. b. Authorized in telework environments and unclassified government workspaces, with the following exceptions: (1) Per reference (a), peripherals manufactured by any source that is designated by Navy or the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) as being prohibited are not allowed. This includes any company prohibited by law, to include Huawei, Zhong Xing Telecommunication Equipment (ZTE), Hikvision, Hytera, and Dahua. (NOTE: Users are encouraged to use the DISA APL at https://disa.deps.mil/org/SE6/Lists/APL/AllItems.aspx to inform their personal peripheral procurements). (2) Per reference (a), storage devices (e.g. Universal Serial Bus (USB) memory sticks, hard drives, digital cameras, etc.) are prohibited. (3) Per reference (a), external monitors are prohibited, when using USB connections. (a) Per reference (a), external monitors using VGA, DVI, HDMI, or Display Port connections, provided they do not have any memory storage capabilities, are authorized. (4) Per reference (f), any personally-owned device that provides print functions, including multi-function devices, are prohibited. 5. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until cancelled or superseded. 6. Released by VADM Matthew J. Kohler, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare, OPNAV N2N6.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 201215Z MAY 20 MID110000714839U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 146/20 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//DNS// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/DNS/MAY// SUBJ/CANCELLATION OF USS CONSTITUTION CHIEF PETTY OFFICER HERITAGE TRAINING// REF/A/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/021545ZMAR20// REF/B/NAVADMIN/OPNAV/152131ZMAY20// NARR/REF A IS NAVADMIN 056/20, USS CONSTITUTION CHIEF PETTY OFFICER (CPO) HERITAGE TRAINING. REF B IS NAVADMIN 144/20, RECOMMENCEMENT OF SELECTION BOARDS AND ANNOUNCEMENT OF REVISED SCHEDULE.// POC/OPNAV COORDINATOR/ERICA WRIGHT/CPO/COORD/703-695-7068/ ERICA.D.WRIGHT(AT)NAVY.MIL// OPNAV COORDINATOR/ELIZABETH STAFFORD/CPO/COORD/703-695-4948/ ELIZABETH.STAFFORD(AT)NAVY.MIL// RMKS/1. Reference (a) which announced the 2020 USS CONSTITUTION CPO Heritage Week Training is hereby cancelled. Based on the revised dates for the FY21 Active, Reserve, and Full-Time Support CPO selection boards, reference (b), timing does not support the safe execution of training. 2. Direct all questions to the OPNAV Coordinators listed in this message or the OPNAV Command Master Chief. 3. Released by Mr. Andrew S. Haeuptle, Director, Navy Staff.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy issued clarifying guidance for enlisted advancement eligibility due to the postponement of the Spring Navy-wide advancement exam, enlisted promotion selection boards, and suspension of the Cycle 1, 2020 physical fitness assessment (PFA) as a result of ongoing efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. NAVADMIN 145/20, released May 19, provides clarifying guidance to enlisted advancement eligibility issues arising from the suspended spring PFA. The announcement is also intended to head off any potential concerns with Sailors approaching high-year tenure gates, once the postponed advancement exam and selection board cycles resume. “Sailors who were waiting to regain advancement eligibility or have their delayed advancement reinstated will have to wait a little bit longer because of the PFA suspension,” said Lt. Cmdr. Peter Simerman, assigned to the Enlisted Force Plans and Policy branch for the chief of naval personnel. “Once social distancing policies have been relaxed, we will allow passing mock PFAs to count toward Sailors regaining advancement eligibility and also for those who had their advancement withheld due to a PFA failure, to have their advancement reinstated,” Simerman continued. Sailors who were selected for advancement during fall 2019 cycles 105 or 244, or who are a part of an auto or accelerated advancement program, but had advancement withheld due to failing one or more PFAs will receive an additional six months to have their advancement reinstated. “We are also allowing for Sailors in a PFA failure status who have Soft End of Active Obligated Service dates this calendar year the option to extend until December 31, 2020,” said Simerman. “This provides Sailors an opportunity to pass the Cycle 2, 2020 PFA and regain the eligibility to reenlist, participate in the Navy-Wide Advancement Exam and be advanced.” Sailors ineligible for the originally scheduled spring NWAE dates due to PFA failures will not be allowed to establish eligibility as a result of postponed exams. Sailors who were eligible for advancement, but may not receive the results from their advancement until after their HYT date, may request a waiver to remain in service past their HYT date until their advancement status can be determined. Additionally, NAVADMIN 145/20 suspends the requirement for enlisted personnel selected for commissioning through any program to pass a commissioning PFA. However, those individuals selected for commissioning must have passed their most recent PFA and if a member is medically exempt, they must have passed their most recent PFA prior to being medically exempt. Full details, including the procedure for reinstating reenlistment and advancement eligibility due to fitness failures are available in the NAVADMIN. Questions and concerns about this policy clarification can be answered by calling the MyNavy Career Center at 1-833-330-6622 or by email at AskMNCC@navy.mil. The latest DoD policies can be found at: https://www.defense.gov/explore/spotlight/coronavirus.