CO's Standing Orders

Question 1

Role of the OOD

Answer 1

Nothing compares to the degree and range of responsibility placed on the OOD. Direct representative of CO

Question 2

Guiding principles

Answer 2

(1) My action or inaction directly impacts th safety of the crew and cutter. They depend on me.

(2) Respect the responsibility I have been entrusted, my shipmates, and myself

(3) Foresight. Always look ahead and rehearse what actions I might take so I am never caught unprepared

(4) Be present and attentive, be curious, never assume, question often, verify always

(5) Foster a sense of dignity, humility, hospitality, confidence, and diligence in my watchstanding

(6) We have onboard the future of Coast Guard. Demand professionalism and proficiency. Understand the people you’re standing with. Make it fun and rewarding.

(7) Show grace under pressure to maintain a climate where open communication is the norm. Everyone should have a voice and feel valued.

Question 3

Calls to CO

Answer 3

Safety of the crew, safe navigation, and general operation of the ship, if in doubt or want another set of eyes, any immediate message traffic of which we are the action addressee, prior to hailing out to a vessel when we don’t want to disclose our position

Question 4

Calls to XO

Answer 4

POD, safety, and administrative matters

Question 5

Round

Answer 5

All weather decks (bring EPIRB and notify bridge), visit all manned spaces (non-berthings) and machinery spaces, all spaces with high potential for casualties, ECC, CIC