Boat Vol I .32E Flashcards
How has the authority to open or close a Station SM early or late and by how many days?
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District Commander by 30 days
What are the 4 requirements to for a HWX station designation?
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- designation as HWX unit
- Minimum of 2 HWX capable boats
- Assignment of HWX competencies
- Certified HWX coxswains
What are the WX requirements for a HWX unit designation?
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- 10’ seas
- 30kts winds
- 10% of the year on a5 year average
what are the coxswain limitations?
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cox 10’ seas 0 surf, 30kts wind
HWX 20’, seas, 8’ surf, 50kts wind
Surf 30’ seas, 20’ surf, 50kts wind
Surf station WX requirements for designation?
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8’ surf in a designated channel for more then 10% of the year on a 5 year average
What are the surf training requirements?(5)
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- 2 surf capable boats
- notify sector
- dedicated land based observer (or notify sector)
- pre brief
- backup VHF
- station will not normally cross a breaking bar >10’ with out a stand by
What are the levels of stand by asset for Surf
P3-15
1 CG surf asset
2 CG helo with hoisting capability to hoist all on board
3OGA with surf capable asset
What is the difference between PWCS and pursuit units?
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PWCS are use in defense of HVAs
Pursuit units are offensive in nature
What are the requirements to be designated as an ice rescue unit?
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- frequently preform ice rescue
- recreational ice activities have historically occurred on federal waterway in units AOR
What is the diference between long haul and short haul as it pertains to ice rescue
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Short- 1/2 nm or less from shore
long-1/2 - 10 nm from shore
What are the requirements to be designated as a flood response unit?
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Every Boatt Forces unit can conduct the flood response mission. If the unit routinely responds to flooding events, Operational Commanders may designate units via request through the Office of Boat Forces (CG-731). Reference (a) explains the certification process for those units who respond to this mission
What are two environmental restriction for flood response operations?
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- ops shall not be conducted in swift water that is flowing at a minimum rate of greater than three (3) knots and is greater than two (2) feet in depth.
- operation shall not occur between sunset and sunrise unless granted a waiver by the Operational Commander.
What six factor should watch organization be based on?
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(01) Mandated response readiness requirement (e.g. Number B-O boats / crews),
(02) Operational Tempo,
(03) Assigned personnel,
(04) Mission(s),
(05) Training requirements,
(06) A goal of no more than a 68 hour workweek
What three positions should a duty section strive to have?
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B0 boat crew
OOD
Withstander
(JOOD, duty section leader, and EOW are optional)
Can a coxswain disembark the vessel during a mission?
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generally the coxswain is not permitted to leave the boat during any operation. However, when a situation exists onboard another vessel, that only the coxswain is capable of alleviating, and the coxswain can ensure the safety of the boat, it may be permissible. The coxswain, in consultation with CO/OIC or their representative, should make this decision.
Can a coxswain intentionally ground a vessel?
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While intentionally grounding a boat is not preferred, it is authorized and can be accomplished with minimal risk when necessitated by mission requirements.
When is it authorized to place a swimmer in the water? (5)
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(01) No other method of assistance exists,
(02) The critical human factors found in Reference (i) have been appropriately assessed,
(03) The potential for success sufficiently justifies the risk,
(04) The action can be taken without unduly placing the crew member’s safety at risk.
(05) The boat swimmer feels comfortable and believes he/she can completed the requested mission.
What two role can an Auxiliary member NOT fill
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- LE
- Command authority (OOD, Coxswain)
What are the 8 BF mission types
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- SAR
- LE
- Marine Safety
- Defensive Readiness
- PWCS
- ATON
- MEP
- LMR
Where does the USCG get its authority to conduct SAR?
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The Coast Guard is authorized by Sections 2, 88, and 141 of Title 14 U.S.C. to:
(01) Develop, establish, maintain, and operate search and rescue facilities.
(02) Perform any and all acts necessary to rescue and aid persons.
(03) To protect and save property at any time and at any place where its facilities and personnel are available and can be effectively used.
What is the OICs authority to approve deployments woth OGAs
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The unit CO/OIC may approve the participation of unit personnel on platforms belonging to other agencies. Although this authority is primarily used in support of law enforcement missions, it may be evoked in support of any Coast Guard mission. Guidance for Coast Guard personnel operating onboard other agency platforms in support of law enforcement missions is found in Reference (h).
The _______ of saving human life warrants a maximum effort. When no suitable alternative exists and the mission has a reasonable chance of success, the risk of damage to or abuse of the boat is acceptable, even though such damage or abuse may render the boat unrecoverable.
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probability
The _______ of saving human life or the probability of preventing or relieving intense pain or suffering warrants the risk of damage to or abuse of the boat if recovering the boat can reasonably be expected.
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possibility
The _______ of saving property of the United States or its citizens warrants the risk of damage to the boat if the value of the property to be saved is unquestionably greater than the cost of boat damage and the boat is fully expected to be recoverable.
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probability
The _______ of recovering evidence and interdicting or apprehending alleged violators of Federal law does not warrant probable damage to or abuse of the boat, unless in defense of self or others.
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possibility
What aer the 7 factor when considering a baot for a mission?
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(01) Boat limitations,
(02) Boat readiness,
(03) Boat capabilities,
(04) Crew endurance,
(05) Crew experience,
(06) Number of potential passengers/survivors and their condition,
(07) Equipment status
What are the boat and trailer fatigue limits?
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Boat Size
Maximum Underway Hours (within a 24-hour period)
Seas < 4 FT Seas > 4 FT Seas > 10 FT Rest Hours Required
40 FT and above 10 8 6 8
Less Than 40 FT (Note 2) 8 6 N/A 8
Trailering 350 miles or 8 hours 8 hours rest
Note 1: Trailering hours shall be counted towards underway limitations for designated boat crews.
What is the fatigue policy for uw on multiple asset types?
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Although the maximum underway hours varies from boat to boat, crews who perform missions on multiple boat types shall not exceed 10 hours underway in a 24-hr period unless a waiver has been granted. Ultimately, the CO/OIC must make an informed decision based on boat type, environmental conditions, and crew fitness/ability.
What are the ice rescue fatige limits?
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wind>30, and ambient temp ,-4 4 hours
rest and rewarming can increase time by 2 hours in a 24 hour period
What is considered sufficient reast time?
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8 hours
What are the recovery time for missions that begin or end between 2300-0500?
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for sleep between 0-6 hours 6+
for sleep between 6-7 hours 2+
What are the notification requirements when the ready crew reaches fatigue status?
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CO/OIC or their representative shall inform the Operational Commander verbally followed in writing via approved official correspondence (email notification is acceptable) that will include at a minimum:
(01) Subject: SAR Response,
(02) Date and time (local),
(03) “Unable to respond to any mission other than SAR in the Distress Phase due to fatigue.”
(04) Anticipate returning to normal operations (local date/time).
The Operational Commander shall notify all adjacent units affected by SAR coverage responsibilities in accordance with their District Standard Operating Procedures.
What are the UW disabling casualty waiver procedures?
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- OIC will be notified
- if OIC determines the mission can be completed they will request a waiver from OPCON
Can you get a boat with a disabling casualty UW?
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yes for test and repair with approval from the OIC and notification to OPCON
What is the maximum time to inform OPCON of a disabling casualty?
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4 hours
What is the procedure for granting a restricted waiver?
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OIC can grant waiver based on recommendation of crew then notify OPCON
Define FMC.
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A FMC asset is capable of getting underway and performing all missions, including trailering evolutions. (
Define PMC.
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PMC restricts the operation of the asset such that it can perform some, but not all, activities safely and a waiver was provided in support of some missions
Define NMC.
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A vessel classified as NMC (in any category) shall not get underway to conduct any operations or training
What are the 6 waiver categories?
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(01) Operational Parameters,
(02) Disabling,
(03) Restrictive,
(04) Fatigue,
(05) Engineering.
(06) PPE
Who can authorize operation parameter waivers?
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OPCON (verbal followed by written)
Who can authorize restrictive waivers?
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OIC but must notify OPCON (The waiver will specifically state what operations and functions the boat is restricted from conducting and what mitigating actions are put in place to reduce risk)
Who can authorize disabling waivers?
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OPCON
Who can authorize fatigue waivers?
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OPCON
Who can authorize ENG waivers?
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SBPL
Who can authorize PPE waivers?
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OIC
What shall be included in an operational waiver request?(4)
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(01) Asset identification
(02) Type of waiver
(03) Specific condition to be waived
(04) Conditions and risk management measures under which the boat may be operated.
Waiver approval may be _________________.(6)
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a letter, memorandum, e-mail, Cutter log entry, C2OIX, or ALMIS (EAL
Waiver approvals shall include____________(3)
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(1) Date and time waiver was granted,
(2) Name and rank of who granted the waiver,
(3) Detail capturing what operations are restricted and mitigating actions taken to reduce risk.
WHat are the primary means of communication?
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UHF/VHF encrypted
How long after a failed check in should the OIC initiate the loss of comms procedure?
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10mins
Who is authorized to add to the boat outfit list?
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District Commander
What is the kill switch policy?
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Always if the boat has way on.
Can a coxswain us NVGs?
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only pursuit and advanced interdiction and they must have completed the training
What is the laser strike procedures? (4)
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- avert eyes and protect crew(do not look for the source using binoculars)
- members receiving direct eye strike shall be assed by a medical personnel
- minimum class D MISHAP with in 72 hours
- notify OPCON
What are the three mandated training roles for tactics?
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(01) Designated Trainer
(02) OPFOR Operator
(03) Safety Observer
What is short and long haul as I pertains to ice rescue?
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short 0-1/2NM
long 1/2-10NM
What are the 2 main goals of the reserves?
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the primary role is Mobilization
Augmentation is secondary
