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Chapter 8 8-10 ATP 3-09.02 16 February 2016 Directs the assistant IPADS or IPADS-G operator for optical transfer or plumb bob emplacement over the SCP or other points to be established. Records IPADS or IPADS-G data and maintains the field notebook, ensuring all entries conform to prescribed format. Briefs assistant IPADS or IPADS-G operators and aircraft crew on the survey mission and zero- velocity correction requirements. Performs or assists in transferring and strapping down/securing the IPADS or IPADS-G for air assault operations. Performs other duties, as directed. FIELD ARTILLERY SURVEYOR (SPC/PFC, 13T10) 8-32. The assistant IPADS operator: Operates and performs maintenance on the IPADS or IPADS-G vehicle as specified in technical manuals and unit maintenance policies. Operates and maintains communications equipment. Maneuvers vehicle for autoreflection or plumb bob emplacement over the SCP or points to be established under the direction of the IPADS or IPADS-G operator. Sets up range poles and establishes survey stations, as directed by the IPADS operator. Assists the IPADS operator in transferring and strapping down/securing the IPADS for air assault operations. Assists the IPADS operator in performing all of his duties. Performs other duties, as directed. UNIT MAINTENANCE 8-33. Preventive maintenance begins with the IPADS or IPADS-G operator. Operator maintenance is one of the most critical aspects to maintaining the IPADS or IPADS-G system in a working condition. Operator maintenance includes the following: Performing before, during, and after operations checks. Performing scheduled PMCS as established in the operator’s manual. 8-34. The operator monitors and determines the functionality of IPADS or IPADS-G equipment and performs noncritical preventative maintenance. Preventative maintenance is performed concurrently with system setup and consists primarily of visual checks and cleaning activities.