More than 30 Navy Reserve Sailors completed Reserve Logistics Representative (RLR) Journeyman-level training at Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Norfolk Jan. 10 after four day training period.

According to Lt. Cmdr. Adam Whetstone, NAVSUP FLC Norfolk reserve liaison, the Sailors received the training to enhance their knowledge of command operations while increasing readiness to support the Logistics Support Representative (LSR) positions held in the Logistics Support Center (LSC) at this command and other fleet logistics center sites.

While much of the training across the three levels of RLR certification (Apprentice, Journeyman and Master) focuses on LSR-type functions, training also covers other areas.

"An RLR-journeyman-qualified Sailor stands ready to backfill positions within the FLC in the event of contingency operations or manpower shortages, while also enabling the Sailor to contribute operational support at numerous facilities within the FLC during weekend drills and active duty training," said Whetstone.

He also said the training had a second benefit for Sailors taking advancement exams, as many of the areas covered during the training could be on the exam, while helping them foster relationships with their active duty counterparts.

"This allows for a more seamless integration in contingency and operational support situations," he added.

The students were primarily reservists attached to NAVSUP FLC Norfolk, but a few of the Sailors were from other fleet logistics centers including Sigonella and Bahrain.

"Our reservists have proven to be an integral part of NAVSUP FLC Norfolk's command and operational abilities and with this training, reservists further enhance our ability to meet the needs of the fleet," Whetstone concluded.

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Norfolk, one of seven fleet logistics centers under NAVSUP Global Logistics Support (GLS), provides operational logistics, business and support services to fleet, shore and industrial commands of the Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other Joint and Allied Forces. Services include contracting, regional transportation, fuel, material management, household goods movement support, postal and consolidated mail, warehousing, global logistics and husbanding, hazardous material management, and integrated logistics support.

NAVSUP GLS provides global logistics for a global Navy. The organization is made up of more than 6,500 military and civilian logistics professionals operating from 105 locations worldwide providing an extensive array of integrated global logistics and contracting services to Navy, Marine Corps, joint operational units, and allied forces across all warfare enterprises.

A component of the Naval Supply Systems Command headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, NAVSUP GLS is part of a worldwide logistics network of more than 22,500 military and civilian personnel providing combat capability through logistics.

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