Posted on Jun 11, 2019
What is the difference between DRV/MECH and DMB-DWV?
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I was awarded the drivers badge with "w" a few years ago. A few weeks ago I go in for a color guard interview and was told to have DMB-DWV taken off because I couldn't wear it. Fine. Contacted S1 who helped me get it removed. But I am still confused as to the distinction between the two different awards. I have a photo highlighting my confusion.
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Is it to differentiate between the different tabs on the badge? I can't find the IPPS-A translation sheet, but here is the para from 600-8-22
8–32. Driver and Mechanic Badge
a. The Driver and Mechanic Badge is awarded to drivers, mechanics, and special equipment operators to denote the attainment of a high degree of skill in the operation and maintenance of motor vehicles.
b. Commanders of brigades, regiments, separate BNs, and any commander in the rank of LTC/O–5 or higher may approve award of the Driver and Mechanic Badge.
c. Component bars are authorized only for the following types of vehicles and/or qualifications: (1) Driver-W (for wheeled vehicles).
(2) Driver-T (for tracked vehicles).
(3) Driver-M (for motorcycles).
(4) Driver-A (for amphibious vehicles).
(5) Mechanic (for automotive or allied vehicles).
(6) Operator-S (for special mechanical equipment).
Is there a difference SFC (Join to see) on the menu inside the SRB?
8–32. Driver and Mechanic Badge
a. The Driver and Mechanic Badge is awarded to drivers, mechanics, and special equipment operators to denote the attainment of a high degree of skill in the operation and maintenance of motor vehicles.
b. Commanders of brigades, regiments, separate BNs, and any commander in the rank of LTC/O–5 or higher may approve award of the Driver and Mechanic Badge.
c. Component bars are authorized only for the following types of vehicles and/or qualifications: (1) Driver-W (for wheeled vehicles).
(2) Driver-T (for tracked vehicles).
(3) Driver-M (for motorcycles).
(4) Driver-A (for amphibious vehicles).
(5) Mechanic (for automotive or allied vehicles).
(6) Operator-S (for special mechanical equipment).
Is there a difference SFC (Join to see) on the menu inside the SRB?
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This is the response I got from the personnel who handle my SRB/PPW issue:
"5. Commanders (CDRs), Brigade (BDE)/Battalion (BN) S1 s, and Military Personnel Divisions (MPDs) must correctly update eMILPO to reflect one entry of the ORV/MECH badge and at least one type of authorized component bar in order for a Soldier to receive 1O promotion points on their PPW."
So the DRV/MECH reflects me or anyone being awarded the driver badge. The second row denotes my specific bar for "wheeled" vehicles.
"5. Commanders (CDRs), Brigade (BDE)/Battalion (BN) S1 s, and Military Personnel Divisions (MPDs) must correctly update eMILPO to reflect one entry of the ORV/MECH badge and at least one type of authorized component bar in order for a Soldier to receive 1O promotion points on their PPW."
So the DRV/MECH reflects me or anyone being awarded the driver badge. The second row denotes my specific bar for "wheeled" vehicles.
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So my belief is DRV/MECH is the Badge itself and DMB(Driver Mechanic Badge)-DWV(Driver-Wheel Vehicle)
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