S-3 Operations and Training
Current base logo for MCLB Barstow
Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow
Marine Corps Installations West

S-3's mission is to provide planning, coordination and oversight in matters pertaining to organization, training, operations, anti-terrorism/force protection and contingencies in support of the command and tenant activities. For more information, please contact (760) 577-5804.

Mission

The Business Performance Office promotes Best Business Practices by improving process efficiencies and effectiveness. Perform studies that provide the Command with objective analysis for management decision making. Provide customer support and ensure inter-service agreements meet tenant's need while adquately reimbursing the Command for services provided.
 

Specialized Services:
  • Best Business Practices
  • Business Case Analysis (BCA)
  • Change Management
  • Continuous Process Improvement (CPI)/ Lean Six Sigma(LSS)
  • Historical Program
  • Interactive Customer Evaluation(ICE)
  • Performance Management
  • Support Agreements
  • Survey Support 

Business Manager:  (760) 577-6806
CPI Program Analyst:  (760) 577-6168
Management Analyst: (760) 577-6606
Management Analyst: (760) 577-6288
Management Analyst: (760) 577-6618

Mission:

The mission of the Rail Operations Group is to provide the highest quality rail operations support and training through safe, efficient and effective movement of equipment and materials. Through the implementation of innovative and streamlined processes, we support our customers' missions and the needs of the United States Marine Corps as well as all Department of Defense Agencies.
 

Vision:

The Rail Operations Group has been recognized as the Center for Excellence in Rail Operations and Training for the United States Marine Corps.  We continue to strive to excel in being an efficient and competitive model of excellence for transportation and logistical needs, focusing on customer satisfaction, timeliness, and professional integrity. 

Overview:

Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow offers the only Intermediate-advance rail operations class within the Department of Defense. As the Center for Excellence for Rail Operations training within the Marine Corps, our course is designed to provide our students in relating occupational fields with the necessary knowledge, confidence and experience in conducting rail operations for military movements. The target MOS’s for this course are listed below, but may come from other fields by individuals who have a need for the course curriculum and training.

0402 - Logistics Officer (LtCol to 2ndLt)

0430 - Strategic Mobility / Embarkation Officer (LtCol to WO1)

0431 - Logistics/Embarkation Specialist (SSgt to PVT)

0481 - Landing Support Specialist (SSgt to PVT)

0491 - Logistics/Mobility Chief (MGySgt to GySgt)

3112 - Distribution Management Specialist (SSgt to PVT)

 

MCLB Barstow offers a variety of training courses and opportunities tailored around the needs and mission requirements of the requesting units.  Through our Mobile Training Teams, We can support training at unit’s home stations, mission support, mission planning, and railhead design and utilization streamlining. 

The main course offered is the Railhead Operations Group Training Course offered at MCLB Barstow, CA.  This course runs approximately two weeks and comprised of classroom and field instruction, as well as support for a real world mission.  Each class is designed to place each student in every facet of rail operations, from planning to execution to completion, each student will be trained in their own MOS tasks, as well as the tasks of supporting MOS’s.  This fosters a better working environment and understanding in the coordination efforts needed to effectively and efficiently execute rail operations.  While the length of the class may vary depending on missions being supported, the class is over at the completion of operations.

For additional information on the course, please contact us for a detailed list of course options as well as requirements for potential students.

The following are the FY-21 Rail Course Dates: 

             RHOG-TC Classes

          CLASS 23-01 -- 10 NOV -  24 NOV

CLASS 23-02 -- 25 JAN -  09 FEB

CLASS 23-03 -- 09 MAR - 23 MAR

CLASS 23-04 -- 06 APR - 20 APR

CLASS 23-05 -- 11 MAY - 25 MAY

CLASS 23-06 -- 08 JUN - 22 JUN

CLASS 23-07 -- 17 AUG - 31 AUG

CLASS 23-08 -- 14 SEP - 28 SEP

 

RHOG-IC Classes

RHOG-IC 1-23 -- 08 FEB 2023 - 08 MAY 2023

RHOG-IC 2-23 -- 10 MAY 2023 - 07 AUG 2023

RHOG-IC 3-23 -- 03 JUN 2023 - 28 SEP 2023

   
   

 

Contact:

Operations Supervisor
(760) 577-7781

 

Operations Chief

(760) 577-7535

 

Operations Work Lead

(760) 577-7280

 

Railhead Operations Group Lead Instructor

(760) 577-7243

 

Railhead Operations Group Instructors

(760) 577-7532


Rail Operations Round House
(760) 577-7790

 

Rail Operations Group Email

MCLBB_RailOperations@usmc.mil

Mission:

 To provide planning, coordination and oversight in matters pertaining to organization, training operations, anti-terrorism/force protection and contingencies in support of the command and tenant activities.

  • Rifle, Pistol, and Shotgun Training Programs
  • Training Mock-up Facilities
  • Covered Training Area
  • Gas Chamber
  • Range Operations
  • Support Facilities
    • Barracks
    • Family Restaurant
 
Contact:

Range Control Officer - 760-577-6288
Range Safety Officer - 760-577-6288
Ammunition Chief - 760-577-6288
Training Facilities - 760-577-6288

Mission Assurance:

This department enhances mission capability by protecting U.S. homeland and critical bases of operation through risk management, education, and emergency response. Additionally, it provides effective base mobilization and natural disaster contingency planning.

https://youtu.be/1m0GY3yyIGs 

Resources:

AtHoc Self-Service Link

AtHoc Quick Guide

Force Protection Conditions (FPCON) Levels

Health Protection Condition (HPCON) Levels

Insider Threat Poster

 

Emergency Manager: 760-577-5401

Antiterrorism Officer: 760-577-5401

CBRNE Officer: 760-577-5401

Security Manager: 760-577-5838

Operation Security Manager: 760-577-5838

Critical Infrastructure Program Officer: 760-577-5838

MCLB Barstow Mission Assurance: mclbb_ma@usmc.mil

MCLB Barstow Security Manager: mclb_barstow_security_manager@usmc.mil

Mission
S-3's mission is to provide planning, coordination and oversight in matters pertaining to organization, training operations, anti-terrorism/force protection and contingencies in support of the command and tenant activities.

Infrastructure

Transportation of Assets
  • Ready Access to Distribution Capability & Transportation
  • Transportation Hub Positioned to Support CONUS & MARFORPAC


  • Distribution &/or Deployment
  • Freight Power Projection Support Platform
  • Marshaling, Staging and Pre-Stowed

    Load Planning
  • Regional Short Haul for SPOE, SPOD & APOE
  • C2 infrastructure & Bandwidth Available for IT System Integration

    Logistics

    Equipment Maintenance
  • Maintenance & Testing
  • All Elements of Equipment Life Cycle Management

    Logistics Support
  • Joint Equipment Assets
  • Integrated Supply Chain Providers


  • Service Support

    Operations and Training
  • Command and Control
  • Force Deployment
  • Force Protection

  • Sustainment and Maintenance
  • Infrastructure
  • Services

  • Workforce Management
  • Military
  • Civilian