Who is responsible for training their personnel and determining the level of proficiency for those personnel involved in sling load operations?

• A. Safety officer
• B. Platoon leader
• C. Flight engineer
• D. Unit commander

Answer: (D)

Training and proficiency determinations for sling load operations come from the command structure. The unit commander has the authority to identify training needs, approve training plans, assign qualified personnel, and decide when individuals meet the required proficiency to perform sling load tasks. This ensures consistent standards across the unit and that readiness aligns with missions. The safety officer focuses on safety policies and risk management, not final proficiency approval. The platoon leader oversees day-to-day operations but doesn’t set unit-wide proficiency standards. The flight engineer handles aircraft systems and rigging support, not training approval. So, the unit commander is responsible.