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FOREST SERVICE MANUAL
ALASKA REGION (REGION 10)
JUNEAU, ALASKA
FSM 1200 – ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Supplement No.: R10 1200-2015-7
Effective Date: October 20, 2015
Duration: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
Approved: /s/ Beth G. Pendleton
Beth G. Pendleton
Regional Forester
Date Approved: 10/20/2015
Posting Instructions: Supplements are numbered consecutively by title number and calendar
year. Post by document; remove the entire document and replace it with this supplement. Retain
this transmittal as the first page(s) of this document. The last supplement to this title was R-10
Supplement 1200-2015-6 to chapter 1230.
New Document
1239.1_ex06_7000-7700
9 Pages
Superseded Document(s) by
Issuance Number and
Effective Date
1239.1_exhibit06_7100-7700
(1200-2003-6, 1/29/2003)
7 Pages
Digest:
1239.1
Entire Exhibit 6:
Adds file code sub-headings for quick reference.
Includes regional-specific direction only and deletes verbiage that is consistent with
Agency-wide manual/handbook directives. This supplement accurately reflects R10
direction only and should be considered together with the Agency-wide directive for the
appropriate file code, in totality, for complete direction.
Citations under ‘Reference’ column given for R10 Supplement directive, Agency-wide
directives, and any other appropriate reference for ease of use.
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 1200-2015-7
EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Digest--Continued:
Includes sentence explaining that it is inherent that the Regional Forester (RF) and
Deputy Regional Forester (as delegated by the RF) have been delegated authority from
the Chief unless otherwise noted.
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 1200-2015-7
EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
1239.1 - Exhibit 01
Delegated Authority for 7000-7700
SUMMARY OF SPECIFIC DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
X - Authority has been delegated to this level.
X* - Authority has not been, but can be re-delegated.
A number listed with sentence indicates the number of the corresponding paragraph in the Supplement.
“No R10 Supplement” - no R10 supplement for file code or one exists but contains no delegated authority direction.
It is inherent, pursuant to FSM 1236.11 and 1236.12 that the Regional Forester (RF) has authorities for each matter
addressed herein and that the Deputy Regional Forester (DRF) is delegated authority to perform all duties and to
exercise all functions vested in the Regional Forester for the matters addressed herein, unless otherwise noted.
FSM/FSH
Reference
Delegated Authority
RF /
DRF
Dir
FS /
DFS
DR
-
ENG
-
-
-
-
X
X
7100 – ENGINEERING OPERATIONS
7100 Zero Code
No R10 Supplement
7110 Engineering Management
R10 7100-2003-1
Signs construction certification certificates for the
Alaska Region.
7115.04d
7120 Equipment Development
No R10 Supplement
7130 Fleet Equipment Management
R10 7100-2006-1
Approves the storage of any government-owned or
leased motor vehicle at an employee’s home for the
purpose of home to work transportation.
7132.1
7140 Geometronics
R10 7100-2014-1
7150 Land Surveying
R10 7100-1992-3
1. Coordinates and monitors Forest land survey
programs to ensure compliance with Regional
standards and direction.
7151.04
X
-
-
-
2. Develops and monitors the land survey program on
the Forest by:
a. Providing the necessary technical expertise to
accomplish the CDA boundary survey program.
b. Assigning a licensed land surveyor to:
(1) Perform work and/or provide technical
direction or supervision to others doing the
work;
7151.04
-
-
X
-
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 1200-2015-7
EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
FSM/FSH
Reference
Delegated Authority
(2) Train employees to assist in program
accomplishment;
(3) Assure minimum location and
measurement standards comply with the
approved written description and meet site
conditions;
(4) Establish budget request utilizing
program priorities;
(5) Maintain a record system.
7151.04
7160 Signs & Posters
No R10 Supplement
7170 Materials Engineering
No R10 Supplement
7180 Internal Energy Conservation
No R10 Supplement
RF /
DRF
-
Dir
-
FS /
DFS
X
DR
-
(7200 not used)
7300 – BUILDINGS AND OTHER STRUCTURES
7300 Zero Code
R10 7309.11-2003-1
The Region 10 Director of Recreation is jointly
responsible, with the Director of Engineering, for the
Region 10 Capital Investment Program (CIP).
Coordination between Directors will include:
development of a process for program management;
project selection, prioritization and funding, and
project implementation monitoring. Forest
Supervisors will periodically be given an opportunity
to send in capital investment project proposals to
compete for position on the Region 10 CIP Project
Priority List.
20.4
7310 Buildings & Related Facilities
R10 7300-2004-1
3.a. Review and approve building designs,
foundations, and construction proposals for all
buildings, owned or authorized by the Forest Service.
-
ENG
RLM
-
-
7310.42
-
ENG
-
-
3.b. May re-delegate design authority for buildings
and foundations on a case-by-case basis upon receipt
of a written request for delegated authority from a
Forest Supervisor.
7310.42
-
ENG
X*
-
3.c. Review and approve site development plans and
designs when developments involve a water and/or
sanitation system.
7310.42
-
ENG
RLM
-
-
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EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Delegated Authority
FSM/FSH
Reference
RF /
DRF
Dir
FS /
DFS
DR
3.d. Approve acquisition of buildings.
7310.42
-
ENG
-
-
3.e. Review and approve design teams.
7310.42
-
ENG
RLM
-
-
7. Develop and implement a regional strategy for
making Fire, Administrative and Other (FA&O)
facilities accessible to persons with disabilities.
7310.42
X
-
-
-
8. Approve short-term developments (7310.42 Exhibit 02). Cannot be redelegated.
7310.42
-
-
X
-
9. Approval required prior to extending the life of
short-term developments beyond five years.
7310.42
X
-
-
-
7. Develop and implement a strategy for making
forest facilities accessible to persons with disabilities.
7310.43
-
-
X
-
8. Establish design teams, in writing, for all facility
developments.
7310.43
-
-
X
-
9. Request delegated authority for approving site
development plans and designs for FA&O
developments, as appropriate.
7310.43
-
-
X
-
1. The Region 10 Director of EAM is jointly
responsible, with the Director of RLM, for the Region
10 Capital Investment Program (CIP) process.
Coordination between Directors will include:
development of a process for program management;
assessment and selection of proposed projects;
recommendation of project priorities; development
and management of a 5-year CIP Project Priority List;
management of capital investment funds; and project
implementation monitoring. Forest Supervisors will
periodically be given an opportunity to send in capital
investment project proposals.
7312.3
-
ENG
RLM
-
-
7320 Tramways, Ski Lifts & Tows
No R10 Supplement
7330 Aerial Adventure Courses
No R10 Supplement
7400 – PUBLIC HEALTH AND POLLUTION CONTROL FACILITIES
7400 Zero Code
No R10 Supplement
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EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Delegated Authority
FSM/FSH
Reference
7410 Public Health & Pollution Control Facilities:
Administration
No R10 Supplement
7420 Drinking Water
R10 7400-2002-1
6. Approve the design of all construction,
reconstruction and modifications of drinking water
systems. May re-delegate design authority for
drinking water systems on a case-by-case basis upon
receipt of a written request for delegated authority
from a Forest Supervisor.
7420.41
7430 Waste Water
R10 7400-2003-2
6. Approve the design of all construction,
reconstruction and modifications of wastewater
collection and treatment systems. May re-delegate
design authority for wastewater collection and
treatment systems on a case-by-case basis upon
receipt of a written request for delegated authority
from a Forest Supervisor.
7430.41
7440 Effluents
R10 7400-2003-3
6. Approve the design of all construction,
reconstruction and modifications of effluents disposal
systems. May re-delegate design authority for
effluents disposal systems on a case-by-case basis
upon receipt of a written request for delegated
authority from a Forest Supervisor.
7440.41
7450 Air Quality Stationary Sources
No R10 Supplement
7460 Solid Waste
No R10 Supplement
RF /
DRF
Dir
FS /
DFS
DR
-
ENG
X*
-
-
ENG
X*
-
-
ENG
X*
-
-
ENG
-
-
(7470 not used)
(7480 not used)
7490 Food Service
R10 7400-2003-4
6. Approve the design of all construction,
reconstruction and modifications of food service.
7490.41
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EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
FSM/FSH
Reference
Delegated Authority
RF /
DRF
Dir
FS /
DFS
DR
ENG
-
-
7500 – WATER STORAGE & TRANSMISSION
7500 Zero Code
No R10 Supplement
7510 Water Storage & Transmission Project
Administration
7520 Dam Planning, Investigation & Design
No R10 Supplement
7530 Water Storage & Transmission Construction
No R10 Supplement
7540 Design Standards & Criteria for Channels &
Other Water Control Structures
No R10 Supplement
No R10 Supplement
(7550 not used)
(7560 not used)
No R10 Supplement
7570 Dam Management System
7600 – ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
7600 Zero Code
No R10 Supplement
7610 Electrical Systems
No R10 Supplement
7620 Electrical Transmission
No R10 Supplement
7630 Electrical Distribution
No R10 Supplement
7640 Electrical Service
No R10 Supplement
7650 Premises Wiring System
No R10 Supplement
7660 Electrical Utilization Equipment
No R10 Supplement
7700 – TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
7700 Zero Code
No R10 Supplement
7710 Transportation Planning
No R10 Supplement
7720 Transportation Management Development
R10 7700-2004-2
4.a. Responsible for preparation, review and approval
of designs, drawings, specifications and contract
change orders for bridges and other major road and
trail structures designed wither in-house or by
contract.
7721.04b
-
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EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
CHAPTER 1230 – DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Delegated Authority
FSM/FSH
Reference
RF /
DRF
Dir
FS /
DFS
DR
4.b. Designs, drawings, specifications, and contract
change orders for bridges and other major road and
trail structures shall be reviewed by the appropriate
Regional Office Staff and shall be approved by the
Director of Engineering and Aviation Management
and the Regional Structural Engineer.
7721.04b
-
ENG
-
-
4.c. Re-delegate authority for structural design, design
review, and approval for major transportation
structures upon receipt of a written request for
delegated authority from a Forest Supervisor.
7721.04b
-
ENG
X*
-
4.d. Determine which individuals on the Forest are
qualified to design minor road and trail structures.
7721.04b
-
-
X
-
4. Follow the planning, design, review and approval
process contained in FSH 7709.56b, Drainage
Structures Handbook (see R-10 supplements) for all
transportation structures.
7721.04c
-
-
X
-
5. Ensure that value analysis is completed and
documented for each project costing in excess of $1
million. (See FSM 7721.13)
7721.04c
-
-
X
-
1. Approve Forest Special Project Specifications
(SPS) for use in road construction contracts, except
those required for structures.
7721.14a
-
-
X
-
1. Approve in writing all SPS related to structures
before the SPS is included in a Public Works or
Timber Sale contract.
7721.14a
-
ENG
-
-
7730 Road System Operation and Maintenance
R10 7700-2004-1
6. Inspect and, where necessary, perform structural
analyses to determine appropriate loading and use
criteria for retaining walls, log transfer facilities and
other transportation structures.
7731.04b
-
-
X
-
6. Approve alternative posting criteria and supporting
rationale for trail bridges that have particularly unique
conditions of use that appear to justify rating or
posting criteria (other than that presented in Region 10
supplement to FSM 7736.2) when submitted by the
Forest Supervisor.
7731.04b
-
ENG
-
-
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EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/20/2015
DURATION: This supplement is effective until superseded or removed.
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FSM 1200 - ORGANIZATION
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Delegated Authority
FSM/FSH
Reference
RF /
DRF
Dir
FS /
DFS
DR
3. Responsible for traffic management on Forest
Development Roads, including off-road vehicles
(ORVs) and over-snow vehicles.
7731.13
-
-
X
-
4. Maintain a 5-year inventory of accident location on
the Forest.
7733.04c
-
-
X
-
5. Provide Regional assistance in the inspection,
structural analyses and operation of transportation
structures.
7736.04c
-
ENG
-
-
7740 Federal Lands Highway Programs
No R10 Supplement