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This document outlines the specific responsibilities and functions of the PMO Support for the XBT SOOP PMO-III held in Hamburg, Germany, from March 23-24, 2006. Managed by Graeme Ball, the program emphasizes the collection of high-resolution delayed-mode profile data, immediate feedback on XBT drops, and the resupply of essential consumables. It also details the procedures for checking laptop performance, ensuring proper equipment functionality, maintaining crew communication, confirming sampling instructions, and providing training and QC feedback to operators.
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PMO Support for the XBT SOOP PMO-III, 23-24 March 2006, Hamburg, Germany. Graeme Ball VOS Program Manager, Australia Chairman, Ship Observations Team
Specific Functions • Collect paperwork and the diskettes of high-resolution delayed-mode profile data. • View the XBT drops and provide immediate feedback. • Resupply consumables: • Probes; and • Disks & paperwork. • Perform a TEST drop.
Specific Functions • Check the laptop computer: • Date & time; • Screen; • Keyboard; and • Hard disk. • Check cables & launcher: • Wear or damage; and • Intermittent problems. • Check transmitter.
Specific Functions • Maintain & establish liaison with the crew: • Early warning detection of route/crew changes. • Confirm the understanding of the sampling instructions: • Transect start & end points; • Frequency of XBT drops; and • Criteria for repeat drops. • Provide training to new operators.
Specific Functions • Provide QC feedback to the operators: • Compliment on the good drops & any repeat drops; and • Advise when repeat drops should have been performed.