Final Report of the Manpower Availability Study

Abstract : Ways to expand the Navy manpower pool by qualifying more applicants for enlistment and retaining them longer were explored. They include (1) alternative enlistment standards, (2) separate recruit screening procedures for Class A school and apprenticeship trainees, and (3) rating assignments to increase retention. Attitudes toward Navy jobs and military life that affect first-term and career enlistment decisions differently also were identified.