Travis writes ..
Also ....
If you're the motor pool NCO don't just accept the operator's word that the vehicle is in the same condition that it was when he checked it out.
When you are the ongoing Sergeant of the Guard do the weapon and ammunition count in the armory yourself.
And so on.
Trust but verify are words to live by.
Apparently there is no honor among thieves (or, at least, nurses who were dumb enough to sign an incorrect inventory, and now want to pass the hot potato to the next sucker), and so you should follow some simple rules to avoid being the next sucker.
Also ....
If you're the motor pool NCO don't just accept the operator's word that the vehicle is in the same condition that it was when he checked it out.
When you are the ongoing Sergeant of the Guard do the weapon and ammunition count in the armory yourself.
And so on.
Trust but verify are words to live by.