I have a question about who can sign off on rating checklists for Technician, Senior and Master ratings.
Looking at the checklist for AE Technician, for instance, the PDO or Mentor initials that the incumbent has answered all the questions and/or complied with requirements. Then the Commander signs the form.
I have heard by way of a few casual conversations that a Senior has to sign off a Tech and that a Master has to sign off a Senior. Not sure who signs off a Master. I could not find that provision in the regulations.
Can someone please clarify that the above is correct/incorrect?
Thanks !!
The specialty track pamphlets are your friend. Different tracks have different requirements. The IG track tech must be signed off by a senior or master IG-rated person. The ES track recommends a senior or master ES-rated mentor, unless the squadron doesn't have one, in which case an alternative may be used.
The AE pamphlet is silent as to required qualifications for a trainer/mentor. The commander's judgement applies.
Thanks, great answer !