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91R: Veterinary
Food Inspection Specialist
Major Duties: The veterinary food inspection
specialist supervises the inspection of, or inspects meat,
poultry, water foods, eggs, dairy products, operational rations,
fresh fruits and vegetables in depots, supply points, and
on military installations to assure a safe, high quality food
supply for DoD personnel in all environments with emphasis
on the field wartime environment. Duties for MOS 91R at each
level of skill are:
- Skill Levels
- Skill Level 1 MOSC 91R1O. Inspects
food products designated for human consumption on receipt
and in storage. Selects food samples using statistical
sampling methods, makes sensory evaluations, determines
and records temperatures of products and food in storage
areas. Evaluates packaging, packing and marking requirements
in accordance with DoD standards and contractual documents.
Classifies defects, determines quality of product, advises
supervisor, and prepares subsistence inspection reports.
Collects, prepares, and transmits samples to laboratory
for testing. Identifies unsanitary conditions in food
storage facilities and commissary stores. Operates and
maintains inspection equipment. Packs, unpacks, loads,
unloads, and assists in setting up veterinary unit equipment.
Performs duties in accordance with approved standards
of conduct and reports suspected fraud.
- Skill Level 2 MOSC 91R2O. Performs
duties shown in preceding level of skill and provides
technical guidance to junior personnel. Develops statistical
sampling procedures. Collects, prepares, and transmits
samples to laboratory for testing. Reviews laboratory
test results and compares to product requirements. Records
contractual deficiencies and initiates recommendations
for corrective actions. Conducts subsistence quality
assurance inspections in food handling establishments,
evaluates and recommends corrective actions for unsanitary
conditions. Prepares and maintains quality history record
and product verification record and distributes as required.
Performs pest management, monitoring of packaged water
supplies, and field sanitation procedures. Conducts
sanitary inspections in military and commercial facilities.
- Skill Level 3 MOSC 91R3O. Develops
and directs procurement quality assurance activities
in contractor establishments. Supervises small food
inspection or combined veterinary service unit. Supervises
the food inspection equipment maintenance program, prepares
and conducts technical training. Monitors subordinate
personnel performance, performs counseling, and prepares
evaluation reports. Assists veterinarian in control
of zoonotic diseases and other animal diseases of military
concern and significance. Reviews, consolidates and
analyzes food inspection reports. Conducts sanitary
inspections in military and commercial facilities. Conducts
NBC surveys and decontaminates subsistence supplies.
Utilized as the subject matter expert and team leader
for the food protection quality assurance program.
- Skill Level 4 MOSC 91R4O. Supervises
medium sized or combined veterinary service unit. Coordinates
transportation, administration, and logistical support
of food inspectors and animal care specialists assigned
to local activities and at remote sites. Develops, evaluates,
and directs individual and collective training programs.
Reviews, consolidates, and prepares technical reports.
Reviews and updates publications. Prepares and reviews
correspondence. Serves as advisor to veterinary officer
in developing food product quality assurance programs.
- Skill Level 5 MOSC 91R5O. Supervises
large combined veterinary service units or serves on
veterinary staff. Coordinates veterinary service activities
with all elements of Department of Defense organizations,
veterinary staff elements, and suborinate organizations.
Participates in command review of subordinate unit activities,
evaluates training programs, and provides recommendations
for improvement. Develops budgets, training schedules,
and authorization documents. Assists commander in strategic
planning, risk management procedures, tactical communication
plans, and advises commander on all issues involving
enlisted soldiers.
Physical demands rating and qualifications for initial
award of MOS. The veterinary food inspection specialist
must possess the following qualifications:
(1) Physical Demands Rating:
moderately heavy
(2) Physical Profile: 222221
(3) Normal color vision and good near vision.
(4) Possession of normal olfactory senses.
(5) Minimum score of 100 in aptitude
area ST.
(6) High school diploma or GED with credit for general science,
or mathematics (minimum score of 45 on GED Test 5, High School
level is satisfactory for math requirements).
(7) Formal training (completion of MOS 91R course, or the
RC AOCP nonresident—two week resident course, conducted
under the auspices of the AHS) mandatory.
(8) No pattern of undesirable behavior as evidenced by civilian
or military record.
MOS 91R will change to the alphanumeric designator
of 68R in fiscal year 2007.
The major duties, physical demands, physical profile, and
skill levels were obtained from Army Pamphlet 611-21.
MOS List for Medical Service Corps
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