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Coast Guard Headquarters is

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the administrative and operational command and control center for the Coast Guard. The senior officer is the Commandant.

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The Commandant

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- Plans, supervises, and coordinates the overall activities of the Coast Guard- Directs the policy and administration of the Coast Guard under the general supervision of the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Provides immediate direction to Headquarters units

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Activities Europe is

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responsible to the Commandant for the administration and command of European Units

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The Coast Guard is organized into two specific regions

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- Atlantic - Pacific

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These regions contain

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- District offices - 1 MLC - Cutters

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Three star Admirals lead

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the Atlantic and Pacific areas

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Areas have direct oversight of

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- High Endurance Cutters - Medium Endurance Cutters - Marine Safety and Security Teams

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One or Two star Admirals lead

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MLCs, which provide support to all operational units and personnel within their respective areas.

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Districts are commanded by

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Rear Admirals and are responsible for the administration and general direction of units under their authority and assuring that the functions and duties of the Coast Guard are performed efficiently, safely, and economically within their districts

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Cutters over 180' in length fall under

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command of Areas

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Cutters under 180'

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length fall under the command of Districts.

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How many Coast Guard units report directly to Headquarters

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35

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Traditionally the Coast Guard's role in wartime has been to

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- Augment the Navy with cutters and manpower - Embark on special missions utilizing the Coast Guard's unique skills

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QUASI-WAR

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During the war with France in 1798 Revenue Cutters captured 18 prizes unaided and assisted in the capture of two others. The Cutter PICKERING captured 10 prizes one of which carried 44 guns and 200 men. The Cutter EAGLE recaptured the American vessels NANCY and MEHITABLE

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WAR OF 1812

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The Coast Guard augmented the Navy with shallow-draft craft. The Cutter JEFFERSON captured the first prize of the war. The Cutter SURVEYOR battled the British NARCISSIS in which their gallantry was praised by the British victors. The Captain of the SURVEYOR was Captain Samuel Travis The Cutter EAGLE defended itself against the DISPATCH even after it had been run ashore on Long Island from 9a.m. until late afternoon. When the crew ran out of cannon ammo they used pages from the logbook. Their flag was shot away 3 times.

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MEXICAN - AMERICAN WAR

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The Navy required the use of the Revenue Cutter's steam-propelled cutters The cutters performed the following missions: - Performing scouting, convoy, and towing duties - Blockading harbors - Transporting troops and supplies - Executing forays up the Alvarado and Tabasco rivers - Conducting river expeditions - Carrying mail and dispatches - Quelling a mutiny of troops on the MIDDLESEX

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CIVIL WAR

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The Cutter HARRIET LANE fired the first shots of the Civil War. CG Cutters performed blockade duty along the Atlantic Coast, Chesapeake Bay, and Potomac River. Cutters not assigned to the Navy: - Patrolled the shipping lanes to safeguard trade against Southern privateers - Assisted distressed vessels at sea - Continued the normal duty of protecting the nation's customs revenue as this income was critical to the Union war effort

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SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR

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8 Cutters carrying 43 guns joined Rear Admiral William Sampson's North Atlantic Squadron on blockade duty off of Cuba's coast.The cutter MCCULLOCH was engaged in the battle at Manila Bay, and subsequently became the escort and dispatch boat with Commodore George Dewey's Asiatic Squadron.11 cutters served under the Army's tactical control, guarding our important east and west coast ports.On May 11. 1898 in Cardenas Bay, Cuba, the cutter HUDSON and torpedo boat WINSLOW were engaged in battle with Spanish gunboats and shore batteries. The HUDSON rescued the crew of the WINSLOW

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WORLD WAR I

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The first time the entire Coast Guard was transferred to the Department of the Navy.A major duty of the Coast Guard was to provide port security in the U.S.A higher percentage of coastguardsmen killed than any other service.

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WORLD WAR II

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The Dangerous Cargo Act was passed giving Coast Guard jurisdiction over ships carrying explosives and dangerous cargos.The Coast Guard was given responsibility of cold weather operations in Greenland.The cutter NORTHLAND took the Norwegian trawler BOSKOE making it the first capture of the war.Coast Guard manned ships sank 11 enemy submarines.Coast Guard cutters performing convoy duties are credited with sinking 12 German U-boats.

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Douglas Munro

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(WWII)the Coast Guard's only Medal of Honor recipient earning it for action during the Battle of Guadalcanal

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Coast Guard craft rescued more than

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(WWII)1500 survivors of torpedo attacks off the U.S. coast. Cutters on convoy duty rescued another 1000.

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Armed Coast Guardsmen patrolled

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(WWII)the beaches and docks

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Less publicized actions were(WWII)

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- Providing port security - Supervising the movement of dangerous cargoes - Controlling merchant vessel traffic - Maintaining aids to navigation - Breaking ice to allow ship passage

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KOREAN WAR

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The Coast Guard's role was marginal, primarily a role of support.

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VIETNAM

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The Coast Guard was utilized during operation "Market Time" by using shallow-draft warships

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DESERT STORM/DESERT SHIELD

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Coast Guard LEDETs enforced UN sanctions against Iraq. Reserve PSUs provided coastal patrols, anti-terrorist operations, and overall port security

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WAR ON TERRORISM

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Units from Activities New York were on of the first to respond . Other operations include: - Operation Liberty Shield - Operation Enduring Freedom - Operation Iraqi Freedom

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During Operation Noble Eagle

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the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard deployed jointly under Coast Guard command

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SEARCH AND RESCUE

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Roots back to the 19th century when America experienced an in flux of immigration. Many of the immigrant ships would be lost to winter storms. The Lifesaving service was created to assist.

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The equipment of a lifeboat station was

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o A fully equipped iron boat on a wagon o A mortar apparatus for propelling a rescue line, powder and shot o A small covered "life car"

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The leader of the life boat station was known as the

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wreckmaster.

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In 1871__________recreated the lifesaving service with new stations and new equipment

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Sumner Kimball

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The largest number of immigrants rescued from a single vessel was by

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the CGC DAUNTLESS rescuing 578 migrants from a 75 foot coastal freighter.

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

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Started in 1822, when Congress created a timber reserve for the Navy. Due to the value of their furs Alaskan seals had to be protected from poachers giving the cutters authority to enforce Alaskan game laws.

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FISH CONSERVATION

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The Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976 created a 200 mile offshore fishing zone to be controlled by the U.S. and enforced by the Coast Guard. The Coast Guard enforces the UN moratorium on High Seas Drift Net Fishing.

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WATERWAYS POLLUTION

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The Refuse Act of 1899 addressed the problem of water pollution. The framework of the Coast Guard's Marine Environmental Protection program is the Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972.

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The Coast Guard Strike Force consists of three teams

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The Coast Guard Strike Force consists of three teams: o Pacific o Gulf o Atlantic

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LAW ENFORCEMENT

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Law enforcement is one of the Coast Guard's oldest missions. Alexander Hamilton authorized ten cutters to enforce tariff laws in1790.Smuggling was considered patriotic duty until after the War of independence.Cutters ALABAMA and LOUISIANA captured the BRAVO and Jean LaFarge, lieutenant of Jean Lafite of New Orleans.

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Intercepting contraband

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was the Coast Guard's prime responsibility prior to World War II.

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On August 31, 1890

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a cutter made the first narcotics seizure

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The USRC WALCOTT

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discovered an undeclared amount of opium on a ship in the Straits of Juan de Fuca.

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During prohibition the Coast Guard started the

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"Rum war at sea".

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ICE OPERATIONS

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The ice operations of the U.S. Coast Guard began after the RMS TITANIC struck an iceberg and 1500 lives were lost. Cutters Seneca and Miami were assigned to conduct the patrol in 1913. The sinking of the TITANIC caused the creation of the International Ice Patrol on February 7, 1914.

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AIDS TO NAVIGATION

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On August 7, 1789 all existing lighthouses and aids were federalized. There were no tenders only lone keepers to maintain the light.

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The lighthouse Service

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fell under the Treasury Department.

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In 1838 Congress passed the

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federal steamboat inspection law enfoced by the Coast Guard.

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Abbie Burgess

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served 38 years at Matinicus Rock and White Head Light Stations Maine while caring for her family.

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Ida Lewis

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served 39 years at he Lime Rock Lighthouse, saving 18 lives

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Marcus Hanna

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served at the Cape Elizabeth Light. The only man in history to be awarded the Medal of Honor and the Gold Lifesaving Medal.

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BOATING SAFETY

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One of today's most visible Coast Guard missions

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The motorboat act of 1910

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established a credible boating safety program.

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The creations of the Coast Guard Auxiliary

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helped better manage the enforcement of boating safety.

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The motorboat Act of 1940

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brought out improved safety standards.

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MILITARY READINESS

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The Coast Guard is a military, multi-mission, and maritime service. Title 14 of US code cites that the Coast Guard is a military service, unceasingly, not just in wartime. The Coast Guard has served in all of our nation's wars as a naval augmentation force. According to the Memorandum of Agreement the Coast Guard has five specific national defense missions: o Maritime interception operations o Military environmental response operations o Port operations security and defense o Peacetime military engagements o Coastal sea control operations

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Title 14 of US code cites

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that the Coast Guard is a military service, unceasingly, not just in wartime.

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The Coast Guard has served in all of our nation's wars as

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a naval augmentation force.

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According to the Memorandum of Agreement the Coast Guard has five specific national defense missions

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o Maritime interception operations

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COAST GUARD RESERVE

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The reserve is a part time force, composed of approximately 8,000 specially trained people. They serve one weekend a month and two weeks a year.

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Reservists were classified under two categories

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o Regular Reservists - served on active duty until the end of World War II o Temporary Reservists - volunteers and former Auxiliary members both paid and unpaid performing coastal patrol and port security.

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SPAR

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the women's branch of the reserves means simper paratus always ready.

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The first organized reserve unit was established in

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Boston in October, 1950.

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COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

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Created on June 23, 1939 by the Coast Guard Reserve Act to promote safety on navigable waters, efficient operation of motorboats and yachts, better understanding and compliance with motoring laws, and to assist the Coast Guard in certain operations.

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The three classifications were

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Senior Navigator, Navigator, and Engineer.

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During the war the Auxiliary performed

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o Patrolled waterfront facilities and inlets o Manned lookout and lifesaving stations o Performed rescue missions o Served as a recruiting and training agency for the Coast Guard Reserve o Filled gaps left by Coast Guardsmen who were deployed outside the U.S. o Served in many other important ways

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Now there are five branches of training available to Auxiliarists

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o Seaman o Artificer - Radio o Artificer - Engine Room o Aviation o Special Branch - Yeomen, Storekeeper

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The Courtesy Marine Examination

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is one of the Auxiliary's most important assignments.

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Today's Auxiliary is organized into four units

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o Flotilla o Division o District Regions o National

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Flotilla is the

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basic unit of the Auxiliary, headed by a Flotilla Commander and consisting of 15 or more members

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Divisions are

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groups of Flotillas from the same geographical region headed by a Division Captain.

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Regions are

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groups of Districts headed by District Commodores. At this level Coast Guard officers are assigned to oversee the programs.

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National officers are

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responsible for the administration and policy-making for the Auxiliary.

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After September 11, 2001 the Department of Homeland Security was created. On______________ the Coast Guard was officially transferred.

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February 25, 2003

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1918 - ________________the first uniformed women to serve in the USCG.

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Twin sisters Genevieve and Lucille Baker become the first uniformed women to serve in the USCG.

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1945 - The first five African-American females enter the SPARs

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Byrd, Cooke, Hooker, Cumberbach, Mosley

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1958 - First Master Cheif YN

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Master Chief Yeoman Jack Kerwin becomes the first E-9

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1959 - Alex Haley

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retires as Chief Journalist after serving in WWII and Korea. Haley authors the book Roots and the Autobiography of Malcolm X

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1962 - Master Chief Yeoman first SPAR E-9

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Pearl Faurie becomes the first SPAR E-9. The Pearl Faurie Leadership Award is established

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1969 - ____________ was instated as the first MCPOCG

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BMCM Charles L. Calhoun

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1972 - The first women's REBI classes established with these ratings

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Yeomen - Storekeeper - Radioman - Hospital Corpsman

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1973

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Women's Reserve ends/ Women integrated into Active Duty/ Women admitted to OCS/ Combat exclusion for women ends/ Alice Jefferson sworn in as first SPAR

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1978

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All officer career fields and enlisted ratings are open to women

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1981

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Enlisted women are assigned to isolated units

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1982

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1st CPOA convenes

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1987

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BMCM Donald Horsley retires after 44 years of service

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1988

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first female OIC afloat Dianne Bucci/ Pamela Autry is the first female engineer and African-American female to make E-7/ Grace Parmalee first Asian-American appointed to Warrant Officer.

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1989

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First female OIC ashore Krystine Carbajal

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1990

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Operation Desert Shield begins with 14 women reservists in the Persian Gulf

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1992

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First Hispanic American female advanced to E-7 Sonia Colon

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1999

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MCPOCG Patton appointed to the academy board of trustees

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Marcus Hanna

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Awarded Medal of Honor during Civil War, received Gold Lifesaving Medal for rescuing two men from the schooner AUSTRALIA

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Frederick Hatch

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two-time winner of the Gold Lifesaving Medal, first in the Life-saving Service and second in the Lighthouse service.

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Joshua James

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the most celebrated life saver in Coast Guard history. Saved over 600 lives 29 of which from five different vessels off of Hull Mass. In Nov. 1888.

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Ida Lewis

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the official keeper of the Lime Rock Light station called the Bravest Woman in America. The first keeper class coastal buoy tender is named for her.

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Rasmus Midgett

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saved 10 people from the grounded ship PRISCILLA in 1899

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Margaret Novell

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cared for over 200 people in 1903 when a winter strom blew away their houses

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Douglas Munro

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received the Medal of Honor for heroism performed in WWII on the island of Point Cruz at the Battle of Guadalcanal. Munro helped evacuate 500 Marines from the beach giving his life in the process.

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NAVY CROSS

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awarded to persons serving with the Navy or Marine Corps that distinguish themselves with heroism not justifying the MOH

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William Best/ Elam Russell/ Raymond Evans

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crew of the cutter SENECA all receiving the Navy Cross for services to attempt save the British steamer WELLINGTON.

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COAST GUARD DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL

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awarded to persons serving in the USCG who distinguish themselves by exceptionally meritorious service to the United States in a duty of great responsibility

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William Boyce

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crewman of the SENECA received award for services rendered to save the vessel WELLINGTON

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SILVER STAR

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awarded to persons serving with Navy or Marine Corps who distinguish themselves by heroism not justifying the MOH while engaged in military operations against an enemy of the US

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Benjamin Harrison

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saved the cutter CAMPBELL from sinking after a collision with the U-606

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Willis Goff. Larry Villareal

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rescued a 9 man Army detachment trapped by Vietcong platoons.

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LEGION OF MERIT

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awarded to U.S. military personnel for service rendered comparable to that of the Distinguished Service Medal but in a lesser duty.

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John Cullen

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discovered and reported the first landing of German saboteurs on the U.S. coast on June 13, 1942.

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COAST GUARD MEDAL

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awarded to persons serving on active duty in the Coast Guard who distinguish themselves by heroism not involving conflict with the enemy

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William Flores

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died in the line of duty while saving the lives of his shipmates on the CGC BLACKTHORN by using his belt to strap open the lifejacket compartment allowing lifejackets to float free as the cutter sank.

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Charles Sexton

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died in the line of duty responding to the F/V SEA KING after boarding the vessel to treat injuries then attempting to dewater the vessel as the vessel suddenly sinks.

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BRONZE STAR

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awarded to persons serving in any capacity with the U.S. Armed Forces who distinguish themselves after December 6, 1941 by heroic actions, meritorious achievement, or service not involving participation in aerial flight while engaged in enemy action

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Richard Patterson

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saved the lives of the crew of CGC POINT WELCOME when they came under attack in south Vietnam

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GOLD LIFESAVING MEDAL

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awarded for rescues of extreme and heroic daring in saving or attempting to save another from drowning, a shipwreck, or other perils at sea.

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John Midgett

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rescued all but 10 men in a 6 ½ hour ordeal from the burning British tanker MIRLO at the Chicamacomico Lifeboat Station, NC

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John Steadman

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awarded posthumously for endeavoring to save the lives of two persons drowning during a hurricane at Woods Hole, MA in 1938

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SILVER LIFESAVING MEDAL

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awarded for rescue actions slightly less outstanding than that of the Gold Lifesaving Medal.

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Ralph Mace

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posthumously awarded for his attempts to save two persons from the F/V MERMAID disabled in Peacock Spit in the Columbia River

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CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER

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Petty officers can advance to CWO if they are first class or above, and have their commanding officers recommendation if they meet the minimum eligibility requirements.They must Demonstrate character consistent with Coast Guard core values,Have no history of substance/ or alcohol abuse, Have no history of civil/military misconduct,Be financially responsible, Fully support Commandant policies in all areas of civil rights, diversity, and all other human resource initiatives.Minimum requirements must be completed by January 1st of the year in which the CWO appointment board convenes

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Minimum criteria cheif warrant officer

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U.S. citizen,Duty status of at least 8 years total active duty, the last 4 in the Coast Guard and have not applied for separation or retirement,SWE results in the top 50% on the E-7 advancement eligibility list in May prior to the Jan. 1st deadline. Enlisted rate of E-6 or above and have completed one year of sea duty in pay grade of E-6 or above if applying for boatswain, weapons, or naval engineering specialties.Medical must possess normal color perception.Recommendation from unit CO

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OFFICER CANDIDATE SCHOOL

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Candidates are selected based on a competitive system. After 17 weeks of training, candidates receive a commission as USCG ensigns or lieutenants junior grade.Applicants are screened and must meet a qualifying score on the SAT, ACT, or ASVAB exams and sit before a board of commissioned officers for selection interview.

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Officer Eligibility requirements

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U.S. citizen,Between 21 and 28 years of age unless they have served on active duty in the Armed Forces they may exceed the age by number of months served, or are currently serving as CWO and under the age of 40.Meet requirements listed in the Medical Manual.Applicants for temporary regular commissions must be on active duty in the USCG

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PRECOMMISSIONING PROGRAM

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Provides upward mobility for qualified enlisted members to become commissioned officers Also allows select enlisted personnel to attend college on a full-time basis for up to two years with a goal of attending OCS. Selectees have to complete degree within 24 months.

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COAST GUARD ACADEMY

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Cadets are selected by competitive examination. Enlisted personnel are able to compete for direct appointments.

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TDIRECT COMMISSION OFFICER PROGRAM

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Persons with special training or skills have an opportunity to become officers. You may apply to full-time graduate or post-graduate studies and the USCG will pay all tuition expenses. The programs are: Direct Commission Lawyer Program Direct Commission Environmental Management Program Maritime Academy Graduate Program Direct Commission Engineer Program Direct Commission Aviator Program

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to qualify Academy

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U.S. citizen,Between 18 and 22yrs,Unmarried with no dependents,Have graduated high school with credits in the required fields

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SELECTIVE RESERVE DIRECT COMMISSION PROGRAM

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Provides means for persons with no other military service to join the Coast Guard Reserve as an officer. The supervisor's role in the evaluation process is critical. How well the supervisor communicates the member's past performance and methods for improvement are primary in ensuring the member's future success.The supervisor can be an officer, civilian, or enlisted person. If enlisted, at least one pay grade higher than the evaluee except for Command may designate an E-6 as the supervisor. A supervisor who is an E-6 designated as XPO does not have to be one pay grade higher.

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Prior to an employee review the supervisor must

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Become familiar with instructions, competencies, and standards Clearly communicate goals and acceptable performance to the evaluee Gather all written and oral reports on the evaluee's performance Ascertain the status of the evaluee's PQS for the next pay grade Establish a method for the evaluee to provide input on their performance

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Route the completed employee review to the Marking Official no later

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than 9 days prior to the period ending date

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Counsel the evaluee on the employee review

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after the Approving Official has completed their actions. Not less than 30 days after the period

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Provide the evaluee with a

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printed counseling receipt and obtain their signature

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Employee reviews with satisfactory marks

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(1, 2,or 7)must be accompanied by an remarks entry.

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Unsatisfactory conduct must be assigned for

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NJP

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Adverse entries dealing with minor infractions should focus on

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patterns of unacceptable behavior and not on one-time minor infractions

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The Approving Official's decision on advancement recommendation is

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final and cannot be appealed

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All reviews submitted for an E-6 or above must include

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supporting remarks, documenting leadership potential and the COs' advancement recommendation. Supporting remarks are required if the rating official believes the individual is not capable of performing the duties and responsibilities of the next pay grade.

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E-6 and below receive reviews

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semiannually, E-7 and above annually

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The mid point for semi annual reviews is

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92 days

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For annual reviews it's

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184 days and for reserve reviews it is 19 drill periods

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Should not be submitted if

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A special review has been completed within 92 days for E-6 and below, 184 days for E-7 and above, or 19 drill periods for reservists,nAn evaluee has been assigned to a new duty station for fewer than 92 days for E-6 and below, 184 for E-7 and above, or 19 drill periods for reservists

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No review should be completed if the evaluee is

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Being discharged, reenlisted or released from AD, or retired

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Reasons for special review

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Advancement or change in rating to pay grade E-7/Detachment for PCS/Detachment for intra-command reassignments if AO changes/Detachment of AO who directly supervises employee/Evaluee completes TAD, ADSW-RC, ADSW- AC for any length of time. Also for NJP/Convicted by Court Martial

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Special disciplinary review

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Awarded NJP or convicted by CM while serving on TAD/Awarded NJP or CM while serving PCS or as a class "A" school student/Undergoing recruit training and is awarded NJP or CM

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COUNSELING A SUBORDINATE

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After the AO reviews the performance evaluation they forward the completed review to the supervisor to counsel and review the evaluation with the evaluee.Counseling must take place no later than 30 days following the employee review period ending date.

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An Individual Development Plan

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can be used to help members reach career goals within the USCG.

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Stress

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the collection of physical and emotional responses to any situation that disrupts a person's equilibrium

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TAKE CARE OF ONESELF

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Recognize and heed stress signals Listen to your body Get 7-8 hours sleep or the amount to needed to feel refreshed Exercise with an elevated heart rate for 30 minutes at least 3 times a week Refrain from smoking or inhaling smoke Drink moderately Maintain healthy weight Have support systems i.e. family, friends Eat breakfast Avoid high fat and high sugar foods

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TRAIN TO RELAX

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Practice deep breathing exercises Practice muscle relaxation exercises Pray, chant, or sing Meditate Practice yoga Cultivate artistic talent Listen to relaxing music Take classes on relaxation techniques

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MINIMIZE STRESS

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Change commuting patterns Listen to music or elaxation tapes in car Avoid exposure to environmental stressors(traffic noise, cigarettes,etc.) Check chairs, desk and workstation for correct fit Regulate extremes in temperature, lighting and noise Learn to deal with aggressive personalities in no stress ways Reduce unnecessary interruptions Anticipate and prepare for change Take regular breaks Laugh more / Take vacations

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CHANGE WAYS TO THINK AND COMMUNICATE

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Replace negative thoughts of oneself with positive ones Focus on positive goals and achievements Ensure realistic personal expectations Praise rather than criticize oneself Clearly communicate, wants, needs, and dislikes Practice listening to others without analyzing what they're saying Act assertively Control anger and conflict Find ways to redirect the energy in conflicts Spend time with friends or loved ones

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The Coast Guard Institute falls under

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the Human Resources Directorate umbrella and is responsible for administering and promoting voluntary education programs.

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COLLEGE TUITION ASSISTANCE

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The program provides funding for off-duty voluntary education. Eligibility and benefits are standardized for CG active duty, civilian employees, select drilling reservists, and Public Health service officers.If a course is less than 18 weeks tuition is paid up front, 18 weeks or more tuition is reimbursed upon completion

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COAST GUARD FOUNDATION GRANTS

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The CG Foundation Enlisted Education Grant program is for active duty personnel E-3 to E-9 with 2 or more years of service. Provides grants up to $350 per year for: Tuition costs not covered by tuition assistance Assessment fees Application fees Other administrative fees Book costs This may be used in conjunction with TA

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COLLEGE AUDIO/VIDEO COURSES

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College Level Examination Program (CLEPS) exams and Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) By working through videotapes and accompanying books you can prepare yourself to take: DANTES Standardized Subject Test CLEP exam Excelsior exam

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DANTES PROGRAM

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High school equivalency credentials College admissions exams Military education programs College credit for successfully passing exams Independent study

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CLEP EXAMS

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2/3 of colleges and universities give credit for successful completion

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EXCELSIOR EXAMS

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Offer 40 undergraduate-level examinations and provide a convenient and affordable alternative. The exams are computer delivered at Prometric Testing Centers

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COAST GUARD PROPERTY POLICIES

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Coast Guard property is intended FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

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EXCESS PROPERTY

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Any item determined by the custodian to be of no current use by the custodial area To determine usefulness ask these questions: Is it dusty? Was the item acquired for a specific project and now no longer in use? When was the last time the item was used.....in the past 90 days?

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SURVEYS

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An administrative action to perform an investigation to look at circumstances pertaining to the loss, destruction, or damage of Coast Guard property. Reports of Surveys are required when an item on the Property Report becomes lost, damaged, or destroyed. For property with a value of less than $500 a Report of Survey is not required, but unit CO has discretion. CG-5269 is the Report of Survey. Damaged property does not include normal wear and tear or property that has reached its end of service life.

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Ensure your training record is accurate because

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Selection panels review your record for qualifications, completeness, and accuracy Block 14 of your DD-214 Certificate of Release From Active Duty lists all your military education Military education listed will include formal service schools and in service training courses like: "A" school "C" school Leadership schools It is your responsibility to ensure all of your training is properly recorded All training records can be found in Direct Access Contact your Servicing Personnel Office for any discrepancies found

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Military education listed will include formal service schools and in service training courses like

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A" school/"C" school/Leadership schools. It is your responsibility to ensure all of your training is properly recorded. All training records can be found in Direct Access.Contact your Servicing Personnel Office for any discrepancies found

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The Coast Guard employs two types of training

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Resident/Non-resident

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Non-resident are correspondence courses like

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BM1, AST2, etc. They are Self paced/Completed when time is available

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Resident schools take place

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in a classroom with specific beginning and end dates. A short-term training request is used to place you in the class. Funding is also requested for Travel to School/Temporary lodging/Meals while assigned

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The procurement request/process rapidly (PR) is the

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funding document that provides the Contracting Officer (KO) with the authority to begin the acquisition process

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In order for the requisition to be valid, it must

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Be numbered properly/Contain appropriation and accounting data/Have a valid signature

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In addition you must provide

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Government estimate/Statement of work/Specifications and drawings

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The single most important signature on the PR is the

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certifications of funds availability

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Sources of supply are

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suggested,

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the KO is responsible for

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source selection

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If sole source is the only way

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then a Justification Of Other Than Full and Open Competition is required

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PRs for HAZMAT must be reviewed by the

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unit PPC

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The JOTFOC is

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written determination to restrict competition

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Things to consider when completing a PR

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Does it contain recycled materials? Is it a micro purchase? Less than $2500(3000) only needs a single source of supplyIs it a construction request? Limited to $2000

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SWE PDE

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Provide information to SWE candidates/Adjudicate waiver requests/Distribute the exam's score and results/Publish the advancement eligibility list

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Your PDE includes

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CO's recommendation Awards received Enlisted evaluations Sea duty Creditable sea time Time in service/rate EOCT results Relevant qual codes Eligibility status Most common problems are inaccurate sea duty points, missing data, or missing award points.

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WORKING ON OR AROUND MACHINERY

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All machinery with moving parts that can injure the operator must have installed safeguards. Most common hazards are flywheels, shafts, clutches, and winches

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USING HAND AND POWER TOOLS

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Tools are produced with safety in mind but are not hazard-free Injury is more common because so many people are familiar with these tools Six basic safety rules for hand and power tools: Keep all tools in good condition Use the right tool for the job Examine each tool for damage before use Operate according to the operator's instructions Provide and use the proper PPE Tag defective tools "Do Not Use" and immediately remove them from service

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Six basic safety rules for hand and power tools

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Keep all tools in good condition/Use the right tool for the job/Examine each tool for damage before use/ Operate according to the operator's instructions/Provide and use the proper PPE

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HAND TOOLS

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Non-powered: axes, hammers, screwdrivers etc.

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POWER TOOLS

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Cords, plugs, hoses, casings Grounding and insulation Storage Lighting Always inspect cords, plugs, etc. before use Never carry by the cord Never yank cords or hoses to disconnect plug Keep away from heat, oil and sharp edges Always disconnect tools when not in use

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Electrical tools

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Cords, plugs, hoses, casings Grounding and insulation Storage Lighting Always inspect cords, plugs, etc. before use Never carry by the cord Never yank cords or hoses to disconnect plug Keep away from heat, oil and sharp edges Always disconnect tools when not in use

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To protect from shock tools must have a

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3-wire cord with grounding and be used with grounded receptacles

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Store tools

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in a dry place

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All are classified as confined spaces which have 3 characteristics

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Large enough for a body to enter and perform work Limited or restricted means of entry or exit Not designed for continuous human occupancy

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Non-permit confined space

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does not contain hazards or potential hazards/Permit required confined space - Known or potentially hazardous atmosphere, Material capable of engulfing entrants, entrant can be trapped or asphyxiated, any other safety hazard

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A Gas Free Engineer must

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open a confined space and the space must be ventilated for 24 hours.

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PERFORMING WATCH DUTIES IN MACHINERY SPACES

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Loud noises - single hearing protection is required for up to 85db of noise/ double hearing protection for 105db of noise Moving parts - all moving parts should have guards in place High heat - each unit is required to have a heat stress-monitoring program

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WORKING ON OR AROUND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

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Never work on electrical equipment alone Stay a prescribed distance from energized lines Do not use equipment when wet Ensure equipment is grounded Implement a lockout tagout system to secure electrical equipment Properly secure locking type connectors after connection Handle the insulated portion of plug and receptacle connections

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WORKING ALOFT

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A man aloft chit must be sent before sending a person specifying the safety procedures that must be in place.

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WORKING OVER THE SIDE

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Your unit's SOP should outline the proper safety requirements: Get permission from the OOD Wear a PFD when working over the side as mandated by the Coast Guard Rescue and Survival Systems Delegate someone as safety observer Rig a manrope or Jacob's ladder at one end of the stage Rig a safety runner to both ends of the stage when working over a dry-dock bed Check the position of the staging to ensure it's clear of scuppers or overboard discharges Only use pneumatic tools; do NOT use electric tools

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BIOHAZARDOUS MATERIAL

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May consist of bodily fluids, bandages, needles, scalpels, ampoules, and equipment used to aid respiration Each unit is required to have a written plan for the decontamination of resources and protection of personnel from biohazardous material. Universal precautions shall be used by all members whenever the potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens exists. Universal precautions is an infection control approach developed by the CDC ALL bodily fluids are considered potentially infectious

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WORKPLACE SAFETY INSPECTION

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Safety inspections of a workspace should be performed on a routine basis

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Cords entering equipment should

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Be completely free of damage and deterioration

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Extension cords do NOT

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Use damaged extension cords Use multiple extension cords Use extension cords where permanent wiring should be installed Attach extension cords to building surface Pass extension cords through building walls, ceilings or floors, windows and doorways Conceal extension cords behind buildings walls, ceilings, floors and furniture Cause a tripping hazard by having extension cords in walkways

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PPE covers the

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Eyes, Face, Head and extremities, Protective clothing, Respiratory devices, Protective shields and barriers.The Coast Guard is required to provide this equipment to its personnel and ensure that it is used and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition.

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Safety Devices

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If a piece of equipment was originally purchased with a guard or safety device of some kind, ensure that it is still in place and functioning properly/ examples are Two block alarms, over speed trips, kickback guards on table saws, and radial arms

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Tagged or Locked Out Equipment

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When inspecting tagout and lockout logs that the following is in order: Tagged out or locked out equipment is properly documented in the tag out/lockout log Tags and or locks are properly affixed to the appropriate equipment Tags and locks are only removed by the person(s) who attached them

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Safety and Environment Health Checklists are divided into two categories

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Shore and Vessel

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Good verbal communicator has the following traits

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Good verbal communicator has the following traits: Good posture Good voice control Uses proper enunciation Makes good eye contact Presents information so ideas are clear Natural in delivery style

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GOOD POSTURE

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Stand or sit straight - but in a natural position Avoid leaning on tables or podiums

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Make Sure Ideas are Clear

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The speaker should consider: The experience level of the audience for the topic How the audience will interpret the words Avoid use of: Technical jargon Acronyms Professional language Acronyms should be spelled out the first time they are used

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The most important component of instructing personnel

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is ATTITUDE.Be positive at all times, Be enthusiastic, Be sincere

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Directives

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A written communication that initiates or governs actions, conduct, or procedure

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The five main types of directives are

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Instructions(INST), Manuals(M). Message-Type Notices Notices (NOTES) Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

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Message-Type Notices

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Contain information that has continuing reference value or that requires continuing actionRemain in effect until replaced or canceled by the originator or higher authority Review and validate by originators every four years

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Manuals(M)

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Notices (NOTES) transmitted via CGMS Urgent in nature Provide information required by law or regulation Contain information of a one-time or brief nature Same force as Instruction Automatically cancelled after 12 months if earlier cancellation date not specified Have a table of contents and are organized into chapters and sections Are reviewed annually by originators and cancelled when no longer applicable

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Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

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Set of instructions for operations that lend themselves to definite or standardized procedure For internal procedures at a unit Have no defined format

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ORIGNATORS OF DIRECTIVES

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The Commandant Area, District, and Group Commanders Commanders of Maintenance & Logistics Commands Commanding Officer and Officers in Charge

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IDENTIFYING DIRECTIVES

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COMDT - The Originator INST - Type of directive M1000 - The "M" means manual, the number is SSIC code 6A - The"6" is sixth directive, the "A" is rewritten or revised

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DIRECTORY OF ALL DIRECTIVES

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Directives and Publication Reports Index lists all directives by: Numerically (Chapter 2) Alphabetically (Chapter3)

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FED LOG

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A searchable logistics information system that contains information from the Federal Logistics Information System Allows users to locate management, part, number, supplier, freight and characteristics data for a National Stock Number or an NSN for a description

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Training and C class schools

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The Coast Guard employs two types of training: Resident Non-resident Non-resident are correspondence courses like BM1, AST2, etc. They are: Self paced Completed when time is available May or may not have a completion date Resident schools take place in a classroom with specific beginning and end dates A short-term training request is used to place you in the class Funding is also requested for: Travel to School Temporary lodging Meals while assigned

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Message Traffic

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Flash (Z) - 10 minutes Immediate (O) - 30 minutes Priority (P) - 3 hours Routine (R) - 6 hours

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Date time group has

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12 characters

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ZOJn

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corrected

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ZDK

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retransmitted

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Formatting requirements:

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Cannot contain tabs Cannot be allowed to auto wrap at the end of the line Must be limited to 69 characters per line

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Can only contain approved characters:

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' - : . , ( ? " / The @ sign may be used on CG messages but must be spelled out on messages going outside the organization

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Two types of CGMS messages are:

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Unclassified Classified

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UNCLASS include:

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ALCOAST - messages applicable to the Coast Guard ALCGOFF - for officers ALCGENL - for enlisted ALCGCIV - for CG civilians

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Three categories for a classified message:

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Top Secret: requires the highest degree of protection Secret: requires a substantial degree of protection Confidential: requires protection

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E-6/ 3 CATEGORIES:

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Self: An understanding of one's own abilities, personality, values, preference, and potential Working with others: A leader cannot act alone Performance: It takes a high level of job performance to meet Coast Guard challenges

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COMPETENCIES:

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Self - Accountability and responsibility Aligning values Followership Health and Well-being Personal Conduct Self Awareness and Learning Technical Proficiency

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Working with Others -

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Influencing others Respect for Others and Diversity Management Looking Out for Others Effective Communication Group Dynamics Leadership Theory Mentoring

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Performance -

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Vision Development and Implementation Customer Focus Decision-making and Problem-solving Conflict Management Performance Appraisal Management and Process Improvement Workforce Management Systems

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As a supervisor your limitations for enforcing standards of conduct fall into three categories:

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Extra military instruction Withholding of privileges Search and seizure

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EXTRA MILITARY INSTRUCTION:

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EMI may be assigned only if it is genuinely intended to accomplish specific task improvement

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EMI is:

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Additional instruction in a phase of military duty where an individual is deficient Intended for, and directed toward, the correction of that deficiency A legitimate training technique to improve an individual's duty performance and efficiency

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EMI is not be used as a substitute for

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court martial and NJP It must be logically related to the deficiency in performance for which it was assigned

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You must ensure:

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EMI lasts only for two hours per day EMI is only for the period of time it takes to correct the deficiency EMI is assigned on a day that is not the enlisted member's Sabbath You have the CO's permission if you assign EMI for completion after the normal working hours EMI does not deprive the member of normal liberty

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You CANNOT deprive

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a person of normal liberty as a form of punishment

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You may withhold:

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Special liberty Scheduling of leave for a particular period Exchange of duty Participation in special command programs Access to base or ship liberties (movies, clubs, etc.) Base parking Commissary and exchange privileges

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SEARCH AND SEIZURE: May be conducted:

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When probable cause exists When Probable cause is not required

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Rules for Court-Martial 315 -

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Petty Officers must be performing the following duties to conduct a probable-cause search: MP Guard Shore patrol Investigative duties

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Rules for Court Martial 314 -

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Enlisted members must be in the performance of military law enforcement duties to conduct searches and seizures of properties

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CG-3307 adds

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narrative explanations to other evaluation forms

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Types of administrative remarks are:

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Accession Assignment and Transfer Advancement and Reduction Performance and Discipline Separation Selective reenlistment bonus Selective reserve enlistment bonus programs

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CG-3307 contains:

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The reference for the CG-3307 The responsibility level for completion of the form The entry itself Member's acknowledge entry

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GENERAL - POSITIVE:

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Appends a statement or commendation of an enlisted person GENERAL - NEGATIVE: Documents poor performance in conjunction with an employee review CG-3307 DISTRIBUTION Original is filed in the PERSRU PDR A copy is mailed to Commander(CGPC-adm-3)

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GENERAL - NEGATIVE:

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Documents poor performance in conjunction with an employee review

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GENERAL - POSITIVE:

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Appends a statement or commendation of an enlisted person

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CG-3307 DISTRIBUTION

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Original is filed in the PERSRU PDR A copy is mailed to Commander(CGPC-adm-3) Member counseling receipts replace CG-3307 when completing evaluations in Direct Access The original CG-3307 at the time of separation must be attached to the Discharge Reenlistment Contract or DD-214

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ADVANCEMENT:

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Complete required rating performance qualifications Complete required EPME performance qualifications Complete all rating correspondence courses Meet Time In Service

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TIS:

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2 years in pay grade from E-6 to E-9 E-8 requires 10 years minimum active service E-9 requires 12 years

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

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Sea Duty Vision/Hearing E-7 Advancements: After 01 Jan 1999 must complete CPO Academy Boatswain's Mate: BMCS and BMCM must be certified to command ashore and afloat

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CIRCUMSTANCES THAT PREVENT ADVANCEMENT:

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Unsatisfactory mark in conduct Confinement Approved retirement requests Exceeding maximum approved weight limitations Selection for advancement to CWO No recommendation from the CO Minimum evaluation score

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FROCKING:

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Section 632, Title14 USC gives authority for "frocking" when the higher rate is: Necessary to clearly establish the individual's position when reporting to another agency for duty Necessary to ensure that the individuals will be assigned government quarters commensurate their rate A significant factor in establishing the individual's stature to carry out their duties successfully

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When "frocked" A CG member

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assumes the new rank but does not receive the next higher pay grade

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____________________has the sole authority to frock personnel

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Commandant CGPC-epm-2

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DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY:

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Drug and alcohol abuse will not be tolerated as it undermines morale, mission performance, safety, and health

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Policies three goals:

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Reduce the incidence of substance and alcohol abuse by CG members Detect and separate those members who abuse, traffic, or unlawfully possess drugs Facilitate the rehabilitation of active duty for further useful service in the Coast Guard

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Addiction Prevention Specialist:

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MLC personnel assigned to detached duty at major headquarters commands Their duties include: Assisting CDARs in developing and conducting training Provide recruits with abuse policies surveys, and tests

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Command Drug and Alcohol Representative:

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Provide assistance to the command regarding drug and alcohol abuse policies Establish unit prevention plans Hold annual training Prepare local instructions Coordinate precare/aftercare with CO Provide initial meeting with members having possible abuse problems Obtain treatment and education for personnel Keep COs informed of date of return, prognosis, etc. Provide support for personnel returning to duty Advise MLC of members in the program being transferred Coordinate the transfer of case files with the SAPR

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ALCOHOL SITUATIONS:

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An occurrence where alcohol is involved or present but is not the causative factor for a member's undesirable behavior Counseling must be documented on a CG-3307

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ALCOHOL INCIDENTS:

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Any behavior that: Results in loss of ability to perform assigned duties Brings discredit upon the Uniformed Services Is a violation of the UCMJ, federal, state, or local laws where alcohol is the causative factor

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1,2,3 Incident

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1st Incident: member screened and appropriate action taken 2nd Incident: member screened and discharge procedures commenced 3rd Incident: member processed for separation

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Within ____ days of recruits reporting for training_____________

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7 days of recruits reporting for training CDARs will address the CG Drug and Alcohol Policy

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Petty officers, officers, officer candidates, cadets, and civilian supervisors received additional annual training in:

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Identification of signs of drug and alcohol abuse Documentation techniques Referral procedures

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CG alcohol abuse prevention and rehabilitation levels:

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Awareness/Education Outpatient/Intensive Outpatient Residential Rehabilitation Programs

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Antabuse

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is a drug that interferes when the body metabolizes alcohol

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WORKPLACE POLICY:

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Sustain a professional work environment that fosters mutual respect among all personnel, and bases decisions on sound leadership principles

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SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY:

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Sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination that involves unwelcomed sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct It violates the CG core values of honor, respect, and devotion to duty

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INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS POLICY:

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Interpersonal relationships that raise the perception of unfairness undermine good leadership and military discipline.

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Acceptable Relationships:

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Do not jeopardize impartiality Undermine the respect inherent in rank or position Result in members using relationship for personal gain Violate a punitive article of the UCMJ

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Unacceptable Relationships:

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Supervisor/subordinate relationship Assigned to the same shore unit less than 60 members Assigned to the same cutter Chief petty officer/junior enlisted Disrupts effective conduct of daily business

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Prohibited Relationships:

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Sexually intimate behavior onboard a CG vessel or workplace Romantic relationships outside of marriage between officers and enlisted Personal and romantic relationship between instructor and students

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Hazing:

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Any conduct in which a military member causes another member to suffer or be exposed to any cruel, abusive, humiliating, oppressive, demeaning, or harmful activity, regardless of rank.

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Equal Opportunity Policy: OIC and CO:

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Promote equal opportunity and equal treatment Designate a Collateral Duty Civil Rights Officer Establish a Human Relations Council at units of 25 or more Ensure that their personnel receive Sexual Harassment training annually Ensure personnel receive Human Relationship training triennially Take action to eliminate discrimination within their unit Ensure public affairs programs reflect CG commitment Take action against discrimination

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Collateral Duty Civil Rights Officer:

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Commissioned officer serving as department head or higher or member serving as a department head or higher when no officers are available

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Equal Opportunity Specialist:

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Military or civilian member assigned as a full-time equal opportunity counselor to a district or other major command: Investigates formal complaints Providing assistance to personnel filing complaints Conducting Human Relations Awareness Training

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Human Relations Council:

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An active vehicle through which the CO is kept informed of civil rights matters within his or her unit

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Human Relations Awareness Training:

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Provides members with:Human relations awareness Military and civilian rights and responsibilities Sexual Harassment prevention Individual responsibility Behavioral norms The complaint process Basic precepts of conflict resolution and methods Other topics pertinent to civil rights

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Reserve Component Category:

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Ready Reserve Standdby Reserve Retired Reserve

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Ready Reserve:

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Reservists liable for immediate recall to active duty All ready reservists are considered to be in active status

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Selected Reserve (SELRES):

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essential to initial contingency requirements, required to train for mobilization Authorized 48 paid Inactive Duty for Training (IDT) drills and 12 paid Active Duty Training (ADT) drills per year

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Individual Ready Reserve (IRR):

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individuals who have trained and have previously served in the active forces or SELRES Consists of: Individuals who must fulfill their Military Service Obligation Individuals who have fulfilled MSO and choose to remain in the IRR They may participate in training for points only without pay and perform Active Duty Special Work or Readiness Management Periods for pay

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Standby Reserve:

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Reservists who are not in the Ready Reserve or the Retired Reserve but are liable for involuntary recall Limited to those who have mobilization potential Active Status List Inactive Status List

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Active Status List:

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May be ordered to active duty in time of war or national emergency when there are not enough Ready reserve available Members transferred from Ready Reserve Key employees in public or private employment transferred from the Ready reserve Theology students transferred to the Standby Reserve Commissioned officers in active Reserve status Members retained on the ASL

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inactive Status List:

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May be ordered to active duty when not enough on the ASL are available May not train for points are not eligible for promotion, and do not accrue credit for qualifying years of service Volunteers not required to remain in an active status Members eligible for ASL placement Members with 20 years service or more with less than 30% disability

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Retired Reserve:

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Requested transfer to retired status Been retired for physical disability Former members who have completed satisfactory service creditable for non-regular retirement, but who elected to be discharged from the reserve component are not part of the retired reserve May be recalled to active duty at their own consent as Retired Reserve not ready Reserve

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RET-1:

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Members who have completed qualifying years and are receiving retired pay at or after age 60

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RET-2:

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Members who have completed qualifying years and are not yet 60 or are age 60 and have not applied for non-regular retirement pay

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Disability Retiree:

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Members retired for physical disability that have completed 20 years of service or are 30% or more disabled

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The DPRI COMDTNOTE 5600

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, is a listing of all publications in use by the Coast Guard. They are listed both numerically and alphabetically.

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Chapter 2:

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Pubs listed numerically

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Chapter 3:

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Pubs listed alphabetically

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The DPRI consists of __chapters

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7

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If unable to locate publication while searching DPRI website,

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locate the sponsor in chapter 2 or 3 to determine applicability to your unit

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SDL is your ______

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work center number in Chapter 1, section C of DPRI. Your SDL will match the SDL for approved directives for your unit If the SDL does not match you must order the Directive and request an allowance change:

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To order a directive you must first

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verify its use for your unit then submit a form CG 4428 Request for Directives.

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To request an allowance change,

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fill out form CG 5323

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The seven steps to ORM are:

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Define mission tasks Identify hazards Assess risk Identify options Evaluate risk vs. gain Execute decision Monitor situation

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Define mission/tasks:

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Review current and planned operations describing the mission at hand Construct a chart of major Break down the operation into smaller pieces

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Identify the Hazards:

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Equipment Environment Personnel

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Assess Risk:

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Utilize the GAR or SPE model to assess risk The GAR model (Green, Amber, Red) covers Planning Supervision Team selection Team fitness Environment Task complexity

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Identify Options:

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Using the highest risk identify alternatives to proceed with mission

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Evaluate Risk vs. Gain:

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Determine if the benefits of the mission out weigh the risk associated with the mission Ensure the Chain of Command is included on all high risk decisions

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Execute the Decision:

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Take action

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Monitor the Situation:

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Are the controls and risks balanced? Are changes to the operation, equipment, environment effective in lowering risk?

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A mishap is

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an unplanned event or series of events that may result in death, injury, or occupational illness

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Mishap reports serve two main purposes:

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Initiate corrective action that will prevent future similar mishaps Improve Coast Guard operational readiness and efficiency by reducing unplanned losses due to mishaps

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A reportable mishap must

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involve death, injury, or occupational illness or damage to CG property:Damage to CG facilities Damage to other tan CG facilities as a result of CG operations Member injured or killed on or off duty Reservist injured or killed when on active duty status Civilian employee killed or injured while performing CG related work Auxiliarist injured or killed while under orders Visitors to CG facilities harmed as a result of CG operations Civilian contractor working on CG property Member who develops an illness from an immediate or long term occupational exposure

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Non- reportable events:

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Civilian contractor a t other than CG facilities working on a piece of CG equipment Suicide, homicide, or other malicious acts

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Mishap severity:

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Class A - Most serious or costly and warrant a formal Mishap Analysis Board Class B - Sufficiently serious to also warrant formal Mishap Analysis Board Class C and D - Less serious and do Not warrant a formal board

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Class A:

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Property damage of $1,000,000 or more Missing or abandoned cutter, with recovery impossible Injury or occupational illness resulting in a fatality or permanent total disability

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Class B:

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Property damage of $200,000 or more, but less than $1,000,000 Injury or illness resulting in permanent partial disability Five or more personnel are "in-patient" hospitalized

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Class C:

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Property damage greater than $10,000 but less than $200,000 Nonfatal injury or illness resulting in any loss of time from

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Class D:

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Property damage less than $10,000 Nonfatal injury or illness that does not meet Class C criteria Person overboard, accidental firearm discharge, or electric shock Mishap investigations are conducted to determine why a mishap occurred in order to prevent similar mishaps in the future

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Class A-B Mishap boards

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appointed by Commandant

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Class C-D Mishap boards

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conducted at unit level

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Category I material:

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Privileged Evidence used solely for mishap prevention Statements made to the mishap board Conclusions, recommendations, or opinions made by the board The entire mishap report once signed by the board members Photographs captioned with conclusions or opinions

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Category II material:

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Nonprivileged Pieces of wreckage Flight plans, weather reports, log books, maintenance records Photographs not captioned

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MESSAGE FORMAT:

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Line 1-4: contains routing information computer generated and transparent to drafters

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Line 5:

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Precedence - Always appears first, indicates when the message should be distributed Flash (Z) - As fast as possible with a goal of 10 minutes Immediate (O) - 30 minutes Priority (P) - 3 hours Routine (R) - 6 hours Date Time Group (DTG) - unique fingerprint on each message containing 12 characters for day, time, moth, and year

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Message Instruction -

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Any special circumstances related to the transmissions of the message Corrected - ZOJn Retransmitted - ZDK Administrative type - ZYB

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Line 6:

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Indicate from where the message is being sent Always begins with the code FM

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Line 7:

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The TO line for action addressee(s), not mandatory as long as there is one INFO addressee

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Line 8:

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The INFO line indicates information addressee, not mandatory if there is a TO addressee

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Line 9:

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The XMT line indicates exempt addressee called in a Collective Address Designator (CAD) or Address Indicating Group (AIG) CAD is a single address group that represents a predetermined list of five or more activities linked by an operational or administrative chain of command AIG are predetermined lists of action/information addressees controlled by a cognizant authority

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Line 11:

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The originator includes a BT code to indicate that the body of the text will begin on the following line. The same code is included in line 13

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Line 12:

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Originator composes the body text for the message ClassificationSpecial Handling Special Delivery SSIC Exercise Name if applicable Subject Line References Paragraphs

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