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CHAPTER I, SECTION 1
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struction requirements similar to CASTLE, provided for a gradual build-up to a peak of approximately 1,970 men. This peak was to be
reached during February 1956 when the scien-
plished in accordance with a long range program
which was based on anticipated useful life of
the equipment. The replacement items and such
be at maximum activity. Mobilization proceeded
additions as were considered essential for REDWING were included in budget estimates. The
development of the scientific program, neces-
requirements expanded in scope and area, forecasts of manpower were increased accordingly.
The build-up in personnel is shown on Chart
1-3; the peak of H&N employment at Jobsite,
the sphere of operations, called for careful evaluation of additional equipment needs and necessitated exact planning for utilizing available
tific construction program was anticipated to
on this basis in the early stages. As construction
2,717
1956.
individuals,
was
reached
on
30
May
Because of a concentration of the work
load during the latter months of the construction phase of REDWING, shortages arose in
certain classifications of personnel and consider-
able overtime was necessary. Due to the long
processing period required for security clearances
and the short period of probable employment,
it was impracticable to recruit the additional
personnel required to eliminate the overtime.
Replacement of construction and other
equipment at the Proving Ground was accom-
sitating simultaneous construction of many
items within a limited time and the widening of
equipment. The need for certain additional items
became urgent; as funds were available, these
items were quickly acquired.
Budget estimates were prepared for use by
AEC offices in preparing a Financial Plan. The
budget estimates were so formulated as to agree
in all details with the Contractor’s Chart of Accounts. Cost estimates, prepared when few details were known, were based on cost estimates
of similar items during previous test periods.
A Mid-Year Review reflected changes in the
budget estimates and/or the Financial Plan.
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