Shellback

Name: Shellback
Rating: 3.2 (38 reviews)
Author: Program Executive Office for Enterprise Information Systems, Sea Warrior Program

Reference

Free · Designed for iPad

38 Ratings
Ages

13+
Years
Category

Reference
Developer

Program Executive Office for Enterprise Information Systems, Sea Warrior Program
Size

74.5
MB

What is the Shellback app? Shellback, formerly known as eDivo, is a free mobile app developed to support US Naval Surface Force (SURFOR) personnel in an easy-to-access offline environment. What is a Shellback? In naval tradition, a Shellback is a nickname for a Sailor who has crossed the Equator and thus transitioned from a novice Sailor, or Pollywog, to an experienced Sailor. Why do I need Shellback? Shellback provides Sailors the ability to download key SURFOR information on their own portable devices and access it while underway without the need for an internet connection. Shellback provides the most relevant and current information to SURFOR Sailors in one location. Content is scheduled for annual updates. What type of info can I find in Shellback? The information in Shellback is separated into several main categories: -Admin/Training: Contains the Correspondence Manual and the SURFOR Training and Readiness Manual. -Medical: Includes the Manual of the Medical Department, information on medical and physical readiness, mental health, Medical Evaluation Board procedures, the Disability Evaluation System, family member readiness, and more. -Operations: Includes information and training on bridge management, navigation basics, watch team tools, crew endurance, operating procedures for air-capable ships, Air Certification for Naval Surface Force Ships, and manuals for amphibs, maintenance, and other general ship operation resources. -Personnel Management: Provides documents on Navy personnel policy and administration. Also includes legal handbooks and manuals, resources for Surface Warfare Officers, and a variety of general personnel management resources. -Safety: Provides documents related to lessons learned, mishap reporting, notices, safety-related awards, and general safety resources. -Rules of the Road: This quiz tests a Sailor’s knowledge of maritime navigation rules.

Ratings & Reviews

3.2

out of 5

38 Ratings

RoR feature
08/26/2022

MuhamadX
The RoR feature is a good way to practice, however I wished it would provide feedback with the right answer and maybe even show the rule related to the question from the COLREGs
RoR feature
08/26/2022

MuhamadX

The RoR feature is a good way to practice, however I wished it would provide feedback with the right answer and maybe even show the rule related to the question from the COLREGs
Not just for divos
04/22/2017

Erikuchama
A fantastic all-in-one app for any leader in the U.S. Navy. Whether a Divo, Chief, LPO, WCS, or even the fresh-out-of-bootcamp sailor, this app contains references and instructions that are essential for all. If you hate looking up naval instructions on policy, this is the app for you! When new instructions come out, this app updates and you have it available to you. As a Chief, this app has been a great reference tool when questions arise in my divisions.
Not just for divos
04/22/2017

Erikuchama

A fantastic all-in-one app for any leader in the U.S. Navy. Whether a Divo, Chief, LPO, WCS, or even the fresh-out-of-bootcamp sailor, this app contains references and instructions that are essential for all. If you hate looking up naval instructions on policy, this is the app for you! When new instructions come out, this app updates and you have it available to you. As a Chief, this app has been a great reference tool when questions arise in my divisions.
Rules of the Road and Feedback need improvement
09/15/2022

Caveman724
The Rules of the Road quiz portion is a valuable tool to work on skills, but should be updated to show what the correct answer should have been when you get one wrong. On the iPhone 13pro, the app crashes when I try to put my name in the feedback bar, preventing me from actually giving this feedback as actual feedback.
Rules of the Road and Feedback need improvement
09/15/2022

Caveman724

The Rules of the Road quiz portion is a valuable tool to work on skills, but should be updated to show what the correct answer should have been when you get one wrong. On the iPhone 13pro, the app crashes when I try to put my name in the feedback bar, preventing me from actually giving this feedback as actual feedback.
Had potential
11/13/2018

EL HEFE2
This app at its inception had great potential. At this current moment it still has just potential to be a great tool utilized by naval personnel but the failure of the development team to continue updating this app has likely led many Sailors astray. Major updates to policy and instructions have occurred and this team which I presume is paid well with a nice contract or the contract is over has failed to update it. In conclusion if you need any references just use the NPC website.
Had potential
11/13/2018

EL HEFE2

This app at its inception had great potential. At this current moment it still has just potential to be a great tool utilized by naval personnel but the failure of the development team to continue updating this app has likely led many Sailors astray. Major updates to policy and instructions have occurred and this team which I presume is paid well with a nice contract or the contract is over has failed to update it. In conclusion if you need any references just use the NPC website.