CI 13520.1D 12/15/23 Flashcards
How do you request changes to the manual
Units and individuals may recommend changes via their chain
of command using the Coast Guard memorandum to Commandant (CG-41) at HQS-DGLST-CG-41@uscg.mil.
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How do you give recommendations for equipment changes, configurations, or deletions
To ALC, the ALSE program manager, via tech request
1-1
Who is the Rescue Swimmer Program Manager and Aviation Life Support Requirements Manager.
The Office of Aviation Forces, Commandant
(CG-711)
1-1
Who sets the operational requirements for ALSE
CG-711
1-1
Who is the ALSE Systems Manager
Office of Aeronautical Engineering, Commandant (CG-41)
1-1
Who is the ALSE product line manager
ALC ALSE tech services
1-1
Who acts as the project manager for new ALSE acquisitions, manages in-service ALSE, and works along with ALSE Prime Unit to resolve field level technical requests.
ALC ALSE Technical Services
1-1
ALSE Technical Services receives tasking from whom
Commandant (CG-41)
1-1
Who is responsible for providing a constant review of field level maintenance management practices? They develop, review, and update Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPC) and Maintenance Text Cards (MTC). They also maintain the ALSE 13520.1 (series) and ALSE CGTO PG 85-00-310-A.
ALSE Prime Unit, located at ALC
1-1
This Instruction is prepared and released under the authority of whom
Commandant
1-1
What manual contains policies, guidance, and descriptions pertinent to configuration, modification, application, and use of Coast Guard Aviation Life Support Systems and Rescue Equipment as well as the work environment used to maintain these systems and equipment.
CI 13520.1 series
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What directive covers detailed information about current equipment used in Coast Guard aviation and details such as forms, testing procedures, equipment configuration, reporting procedures, inspection intervals, and general information are included in applicable chapters.
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
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Comments concerning this Instruction should be submitted to whom using a technical request form
ALSE Prime Unit
1-2
What is the Pyrotechnics, Screening, Marking, and Countermeasures Devices manual
NAVSEA SW050- AB-MMA-010 (Volume 1)
1-3
AS A LAST RESORT during increased operations, air
station Engineering Officers may authorize whom to perform QA inspections to ALSE equipment.
primary Quality Assurance (QA)
1-3
Units which require the maintenance of rescue and survival equipment, to include airborne, (i.e. DSF, etc.) will be designated in writing by whom
Aviation Life Support Equipment Program Manager (ESD-ALSE) ALC
1-3
What has precedence over all other
maintenance and inspection procedures
MSR Cards
1-3
No extensions are authorized at the unit level on life support equipment. Under special circumstances, extensions may be authorized by whom
ALC ALSE Program Manager (ESD-ALSE).
1-4
Policies and procedures for use of Aviation Life Support Systems and Rescue Equipment in Coast Guard aircraft are contained where
Air Operations Manual, COMDTINST M3710.1
1-4
The issuance of inflatable equipment shall be IAW what directive
Air Operations Manual COMDTINST M3710.1
1-4
Aviation units shall maintain sufficient quantity of the type of parachutes needed to meet the mission requirements of what manual
Air Operations Manual, COMDTINST M3710.1
1-4
The issuance and maintenance of parachutes used in life support equipment shall comply with what Instruction.
Chapter 3 of M13520.1
1-4
Aviation units shall maintain a sufficient quantity and type of
survival items and kits to meet the mission requirements of
Air Operations Manual, COMDTINST M3710.1
1-4
Aviation units shall maintain sufficient oxygen equipment to
meet the requirements of
Air Operations Manual, COMDTINST
M3710.1
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Oxygen equipment shall be maintained IAW instructions stated in what directive
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
1-4
Oxygen shops will comply with requirements set in what directive
CI 13520.1 (Chapter 5) and the Aviators’ Breathing Oxygen Process Guide, PG-85-00-3070
1-4
Aviation units shall maintain sufficient quantity and type of the
specified types of rescue equipment to meet the mission requirements of what directive
Air Operations Manual, COMDTINST M3710.
1-4
All aircrew members shall be permanently issued the minimum flight clothing and equipment as described in what directive
Air Operations COMDTINST M3710.1
1-5
All protective equipment (example: clothing for winter or tropical climates) shall be issued, configured, and maintained IAW what directive
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
1-5
Pyrotechnic ordnance and ordnance equipment shall be maintained IAW what directive
Ordnance Manual, COMDTINST M8000.2
1-5
Where would you find the list of tactical items used by Airborne Use of Force missions in addition to the normal aircrew issued personal protective equipment and its the only equipment authorized for use by the Aviation Gunner community
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
1-5
What is used to obtain procurement information for all components of life support equipment
or personally issued gear
The Aviation Life Support Information and Procurement Sheet (ALSIPS), applicable MPC and the AST Authorized Chemical List (ACL)
1-5
Who can authorize procurement of survival equipment commercially to augment the ALSIPS.
Commanding Officer’s discretion when authorized by ALC ALSE System Manager
1-5
Who maintains ALSIPS
The ALSIPS will be maintained at ALC and available on the ALC ALSE Technical Services CG Portal web page
1-5
Who designates ALSE Collateral QA Inspectors
Engineering Officer IAW the Aeronautical Engineering Maintenance Management, Process
Guide CGTO PC-85-00-110-A
1-6
Decks where rafts are maintained shall be covered with what
vinyl, polished or epoxy coated concrete, linoleum, polished stone, tile, coin grip rubber flooring, or similar surface.
2-1
The raft shop maintenance area should be big enough to accommodate what
Big enough to service the largest inflatable item, as well as the greatest number of inflatable items per set
2-1
All shop space lighting shall be what
recessed or shrouded fluorescent or LED light source lighting that provides illumination adequate for maintenance tasking.
2-2
Windows shall be fitted with what
protective blinds or drapes to exclude extended sunlight exposure periods which degrade synthetics and polybonded fabrics
2-2
The temperature and humidity ranges shall be maintained between what range
inlatable shop conditions
65 °F and 75 °F and 40-60% humidity
2-2
Shop air source pressure will be regulated, maintained at no higher than what
100 PSIG
2-2
The DCAT program and enrollment, requirements, and procedures shall be maintained IAW what
Chapter 8 of the Aviators’ Breathing Oxygen Process Guide, CGTO PG-85-00- 3070
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Following review of the circumstances or conditions to which the life raft has been subjected, who will determine the
extent of the special inspection. If another inspection is warranted the _______ will direct the appropriate inspection, regardless of the last inspection date.
shop supervisor
2-3
Life rafts shall be considered beyond unit level repair for any of the following reasons
a. Porous fabric areas on tubes that cause a visible leak
b. Open seam or seam tape separation that causes a visible leak
c. Holes or tears on non inflatable floors larger than 7 inches
h. Internal bulkhead leakage
there are others but not specific enough to note
2-4
How will Shop Supervisors have non rfi rafts marked for drill
the raft and/or container shall be marked in a contrasting color, “DRILL ONLY” in 4-inch letters on raft buoyancy tubes and containers
2-4
Where are life raft deployment procedures found
All life raft deployment procedures are found in the applicable aircraft flight manual.
2-5
All passenger and aircrew survival vests will be inspected on a routine basis IAW what directive
PG-85-00-310-A
2-5
Whose responsibility is it to train unit aircrew to perform preflight and post flight inspections, including SEAS-1, as well as proper operation of the passenger and survival vests used on each aircraft type at their unit
AST shop personnel
2-5
When and who performs a preflight inspection on an aircrew and passenger vest
before each flight and by the member wearing it.
2-5
When is a post flight inspection done on a seas-1 bottle
after each flight and by the member that wore it
2-5
It is the responsibility of whom to ensure aircraft checks for critical components are completed at constant intervals
Involving ALSE inspections
AST shop supervisor
2-6
Who determines the appropriate inspection for an aircrew vest if a special inspection is warranted
AST shop supervisor
2-6
What is the most common cause for the need to clean a bladder and/or case on rotary wing aircraft.
Saltwater exposure
2-6
Where are biohazard cleaning instructions for a vest, bladder, or container found
Applicable MPC
2-6
Who deems a NonRFI passenger/aircrew vest suitable for survival training purposes and how shall it be marked
Shop Supervisor, the vest shall be marked, “DRILL ONLY” in ¾-inch black letters on 1-inch white webbing
2-7
Mission specific ADS equipment development, configuration and maintenance will be managed by whom
ALSE Technical Services
3-1
Who is solely authorized to certify aerial delivery systems configurations
US Coast Guard fixed wing standardization units
3-1
What type of windows or skylights should be installed in the parachute wet locker
The wet locker should not have windows or skylights
3-1
If adequate ceiling height is not available in wet locker, ceiling should be high enough to permit the parachutes to be hung full-length without touching the walls, floor, or other parachutes, how shall you hang parachutes
suspension lines shall be chained to prevent entanglement. The hoist lines shall be spaced a minimum of 24 inches apart and at least 12 inches from the wall
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What kind of lighting shall be installed in the parachute wet locker
An adequate number of low heat, flush-type incandescent or LED lighting light fixtures shall be installed in wet locker walls and ceiling
3-2
The shelves of the parachute storage locker should be designed to allow storage of a parachute or an ADS at least how far away from walls and floors
4 inches from walls and 12 inches from the floor
3-2
Parachutes should be inspected, repaired, and packed under
regulated temperature and humidity conditions. Ideal conditions are what
temperature of 75 °F (24 °C) and a relative humidity of 60%
3-3
What are the most desirable types of lighting for parachute inspections
Lighting should be adequate and free of shadows
Fluorescent and LED lighting are the most desirable for this purpose
3-3
Who shall be permitted to service or supervise the servicing of cargo parachute assemblies
Only graduates of Aviation Survival Technicians School (AST-A) or
personnel designated by the ALSE Program manager
3-3
During any one repack and inspection cycle, a parachute shall not be exposed to incandescent light or indirect sunlight for more than how many hours
36
3-4
The equipment or cargo weight limits for ADS can be found where
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
3-5
All inspection intervals or repair procedures for ALSE can be found where
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
page: multiple pages throughout manual
A description of the survival equipment installed in life rafts, passenger and survival vests, and/or survival kits is listed in
CGTO PG- 85-00-310-A, Chapter 4
4-1
It is the responsibility of whom to train unit aircrew on proper usage of survival equipment, pyrotechnics, and signaling devices installed in vests and survival kits
AST shop personnel
4-1
There are how many types of survival kits used in Coast Guard Aviation
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a. Personal Survival Kits
b. Arctic/Antarctic Survival Kit (AASK)
c. Cold Weather Aircrew Survival Kit (CWASK)
d. Aerial Delivery Survival Cannister (ADS-CAN)
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Survival kits contain the basic components to address each element of surviving extreme conditions….what are these elements
shelter, signals, water, food, and medical
4-2
Who approves personal survival equipment to be carried by Coast Guard aircrew on Coast Guard aircraft
Engineering Officer
4-2
What are the 4 types of Survival Kits
Personal Survival Kit
Arctic/Antarctic Survival Kit (AASK)
Cold Weather Aircrew Survival Kit (CWASK)
Aerial Delivery Survival Cannister (ADS-CAN
4-2
Where can you find the contents of Arctic/Antarctic Survival Kit (AASK), Cold Weather Aircrew Survival Kit (CWASK), Aerial Delivery Survival Cannister (ADS-CAN)
PG 85-00-310A
4-2
Survival kit equipment that is better suited for a given unit’s geographical operating area may be purchased at the discretion of whom
AST Shop supervisor
4-2
The Suggested Survival kit equipment is listed where
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A and updated in the ALSE ALSIPS database on the ALSE website
4-2
All activities operating aircraft with gaseous or liquid oxygen (LOX)
systems, servicing equipment, or conducting ABO analysis will comply with the ABO Program detailed in what directive
Aviators’ Breathing Oxygen Process Guide, CGTO PG-85-00-3070-A
5-1
Aviator’s Breathing Oxygen comes in how many types
gaseous (Type I)
liquid (Type II)
5-1
Where can you find a detailed list of safety precautions for both gaseous and liquid oxygen
Chapter 5 of the Aviators’ Breathing Oxygen Process Guide, CGTO PG-85-00-3070 and/or in the applicable MPC
5-1
The ABO facility shall be environmentally controlled and must be able to maintain a temperature of _______ and keep humidity below what
65 ºF to 75 ºF
50%
5-1
Mechanical exhaust fans capable of providing a minimum of ____ air changes per hour shall
be used as a positive means of exhausting the air. Although oxygen is about 10% denser
than air, it is not necessary to evacuate the air near the floor because oxygen rapidly
diffuses into the air
10 air changes
5-2
Transformer banks shall be located a minimum of ____ feet from transfer shop or storage areas
For oxygen equipment
50 ft
5-2
What are the only type pens permitted for use in the oxygen shop
ball-type
5-2
What do you use on stainless steel flared fittings when teflon tape cannot be used for oxygen equipment
Molybdenum Disulfide
5-4
Who shall be responsible for conducting a continuing training program stressing the significance of oxygen system cleanliness, personal cleanliness, and the oxygen safety program
Shop supervisors
5-4
Who will be responsible for all servicing operations, airframe system maintenance, and syllabus training pertaining to oxygen
AST shop supervisor
5-4
Where are Unit LOX bulk storage tank requirements outlined
Aviators’ Breathing Oxygen
Process Guide, CGTO PG-85-00-3070
5-4
Specifics relating to the rescue equipment used in Coast Guard Aviation is detailed in the
Aviation Life Support Equipment Systems Process Guide, CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
6-1
Pump tower operating platform will be a minimum of _____ above the source of water used to operate
the pump
10 feet
6-1
Stairs leading up to the platform will be built IAW what
pump tower
OSHA standards 312412R 2003
6-1
Water container must be large enough for fresh water to be circulated at a rate of _____ gallons per minute
120 GPM
6-1
For the pump maintenance and tower area a source of fresh water must be available within ____ feet
50 feet
6-1
The hoist will be inspected IAW what
pump tower hoist
Chapter 14 of the Civil Engineering Manual COMDINST M11000.11
6-2
Load testing of the hoist will be enrolled as what
pump tower hoist
Special Requirements (SR) item in ACMS
6-2
Oil and fuel exchanges shall be performed on what type of surface for pump servicing area
non-porous surface
6-2
The abilities of fully mission capable fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft are found where
speaking about SAR configuration and equipment
Coast Guard Air Operations Manual, COMDINST M3710.1
6-2
What manual lists the minimum rescue equipment to be carried onboard HC- 130H and HC-130J Long Range Surveillance (LRS) and HC-27, HC-144 Medium Range Surveillance aircraft, and MH-
60 Medium Range Recovery (MRR) and MH-65 Short Range Recovery (SRR) to be fully mission capable for SAR during the day and night
CI 13520.1D
6-2, 6-3
What manual lists the supplemental SAR equipment that will be installed on applicable aircraft to be used in conjunction with rescue equipment
CI 13520.1D
6-3
What is considered supplemental SAR equipment
a. RSLR-1
b. Gunner’s Belt(s)
c. Trail Line(s) / Weight Bag(s)
d. Survival Items/Equipment installed in aircraft SAR Board
6-3
Who may assign an aircraft not meeting all mission capability requirements if he or she determines that the mission will have a reasonable chance of success
Speaking about SAR equipment modifications
The unit CO
6-3
Due to the operational environment of each individual unit, supplemental rescue equipment may be added at the discretion of whom
the unit CO
6-3
What manual gives the minimum medical rescue equipment to be placed on board MH-60 Medium Range Recovery (MRR) and MH-65 Short Range Recovery (SRR) medical providers to properly transport, monitor and treat sick, injured, and/or rescued individuals
CI 13520.1D
6-4
Who approves use of EMT Kits with additional items or quantities
the unit’s local Medical Control/Flight Surgeon and shop supervisor
6-4
The main portable electronic devices authorized with medical support are Automated External
Defibrillators (AEDs) and Patient Monitors. A list of approved PEDs for each platform is
located where
under ESD LINKS “Certified PEDS” on the ALC ESD website: ESD -
ALSE_TECH_SERVICES (sharepoint-mil.us)
6-4
How do you get new AED/Patient monitors added to the Certified PEDS List
submit a Technical Request Form that is routed through their command and then to ALC for approval.
The Form can be found on the ALC ESD website: ESD - ALSE_TECH_SERVICES
(sharepoint-mil.us)
6-4
All flight and clothing equipment will be issued IAW the Minimum Flight Gear list which is found where
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
7-1
What is the Personal Clothing and Equipment Record and where is it found
AF Form 538, PG-85-00-310-A
7-1
Whose responsibility is to forward the member’s Form 538 to their next duty station upon transfer
AST shop
7-1
All USCG aviation PPE and ensembles shall be worn IAW the temperature requirements outlined in what manual
Speaking of helmets, ADCs, flight suits, etc.
Coast Guard Air Operations COMDINST M3710.1
7-1
All protective equipment will be inspected by an AST at intervals not to exceed how long
1 year
7-1
All sizing and maintenance procedures for protective equipment are contained where
PG-85- 00-310-A or applicable MPC
7-1
Where is the Policy for the use of a helmet found
Coast Guard Air Operations
Manual, COMDINST M3710.1CH.6
7-2
Where can you find helmet Fitting procedures, build-up, maintenance intervals, repairs and modifications
Aviation Life Support Equipment Process Guide, PG-85-00-310-A and/or the applicable MSR MPC
7-2
What is the primary method for obtaining rotary flight helmet, fixed wing Night Vision Device (NVD) support helmet and RS special mission protective helmet
ALC ALSE Centralization process
7-2
Guidance for procurement of rotary flight helmet, fixed wing Night Vision Device (NVD) support helmet and RS special mission protective helmet can be found where
Chapter 6 of the Aviation Life Support Equipment Process Guide, PG-85-00-310-A
7-2
Underwear and socks worn under the ADC shall be composed of what
wool or synthetic fibers
7-3
When flying in flight suits, what kind of sock may be worn
synthetic or wool blend sock
7-3
Cold weather insulating socks made from man made fibers are generally manufactured from what kind of fiber, which is hydrophobic (repels water)
polypropylene-based
7-4
Cold weather insulating socks worn with flight boots should extend no further than _____ above the top of
the boot
½-1 inch
7-4
The immersion suit provides approximately ____ pounds of
buoyancy
35 lbs
7-4
The size most commonly used in the immersion suit is Adult Intermediate. This will be found in what color bag from the manufacturer
orange
7-4
ANY INDIVIDUAL WHO IS ___ FT ___ IN TALL OR TALLER WILL NEED TO UTILIZE A JUMBO SIZE IMMERSION SUIT
6 FT 4 IN
7-5
What color is the stowage bag for the jumbo size immersion suit
green
7-5
What style mitts are attached to the immersion suit sleeve
three-finger mitts or
lobster style
7-5
The ADC assembly will afford protection from exposure to ____ °F water for a period up to ____ hours
32 degrees
14 hours
7-5
What manual lists the climate conditions requiring application of the ADC
M3710.1 Air Ops
7-6
Guidance for procurement of the ADC can be found where
Chapter 6 of the Aviation Life Support Equipment Process Guide, PG-85-00-310-A and/or the
applicable MSR MPC
7-6
ADCs are a part of ALCs Centralization program and can be ordered by the Flight Gear Petty Officer from where
ALC website
7-6
Which ensemble is a system of neoprene garments designed for
continuous wear and will protect the rescue swimmer from exposure to moderate water temperatures, wind, and spray experienced during emergency rescue actions at sea.
wet suit
8-1
Where can you find the minimum components for the wet suit ensemble
CI13520.1D
8-1
All repairs for the wet suit ensemble will be completed IAW repair guidelines listed where
CGTO PG-85-00-310-A
8-1
The minimum components of the dry suit ensemble are listed where
CI 13520.1D
8-2
Modifications to the RS dry suit are limited to what
fitting the neck and wrist seals
8-2
Guidance for procurement of the dry suit from the ALC website can be found in
Chapter 8 of the Aviation Life Support Equipment Process Guide, PG-85-00-310-A and/or the applicable MSR MPC
8-2
The minimum components of the inland SAR ensemble are listed where
CI 13520.1D
8-3
Salient characteristics for the components of the inland SAR ensemble are found where
ALSE Process Guide, PG-85-00-310-A
8-3
Modifications and repairs for the inland SAR ensemble are limited to what?
modifications: addition of reflective tape to the SAR Helmet
There are no repairs authorized for the inland SAR ensemble
8-3
Aircraft routine inspection intervals and extensions are defined where
Chapter 5 of the Aeronautical Engineering Maintenance Management Manual, COMDINST M13020.1
9-1
Unit aircraft ALSE inspection sheets will be maintained for _____ and then may be disposed of
90 days
9-1
Due to the varying operational environment of each unit, quantities of ALSE equipment listed in Chapter 10 of PG-85-00-310-A will be at the discretion of whom
Unit Commanding Officer
9-1
What are all the things determined by the shop supervisor
- Following review of the circumstances or conditions to which the life raft has been subjected, who will determine the extent of the special inspection. If another inspection is warranted the shop supervisor will direct the appropriate inspection, regardless of the last inspection date 2-3
- It is the responsibility to ensure aircraft checks for critical components are completed at constant intervals 2-6
- determines the appropriate inspection for an aircrew vest if a special inspection is warranted 2-6
- deems a NonRFI passenger/aircrew vest suitable for survival training purposes and how it shall be marked 2-7
- Survival kit equipment that is better suited for a given unit’s geographical operating area may be purchased at his discretion 4-2
- responsible for conducting a continuing training program stressing the significance of oxygen system cleanliness, personal cleanliness, and the oxygen safety program 5-4
- responsible for all servicing operations, airframe system maintenance, and syllabus training pertaining to oxygen 5-4
- approves use of EMT Kits with additional items or quantities: the unit’s local Medical Control/Flight Surgeon and shop supervisor
6-4
