E-2 Questions Flashcards
Where should Coast Guard voluntary education services inquiries related to tuition assistance be sent to?
ETQC (Education and Training Quota Management Command)
Registrar services provided by ETQC include which of the following?
JST, CST, and ACE
Which directive provides specific guidance on the Coast Guard voluntary credentialing program?
CG COOL/ ETQC Credentialing Assistance
Where are tuition assistance waivers submitted for final review?
ESO then ETQC-SMB-TAG@uscg.mil / ETQC Sharepoint
Where can a link to the ASVAB AFCT Waiver Request Guide be found?
ETQC Sharepoint Page/VolED Services Page
The Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act is also known as the _____.
Forever GI Bill
Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, a Veteran enrolled at more than one-half time can qualify for a monthly housing allowance based on DoD’s Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate for an _____ with dependents.
E-5
The Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty provides up to _____ months of education benefits.
48 or 36
The GI Bill Comparison Tool offers information based on which of the following GI Bill benefits?
Tuition, housing, and books
- In which of the following cases is Tuition Assistance authorized?
- Active duty, Reserve Members affiliated with the selected reserve (SELRES), must be drilling reservists with satisfactory progress in current anniversary year.
- Courses leading to First certification, Associates, Bachelors, and Masters degree
- Members who have a Bachelor, Associate, or no degree, may use TA to pursue their first certificate at any academic level.
- NOT authorized for members pursuing additional degrees at the same or lower level of their first degree.
- NOT authorized for any degree above a Masters degree.
- Members who currently hold a Masters degree, or higher, are not authorized to use TA to pursue a certificate.
- Members may only use TA to fund one vocational/technical program that awards in clock hours.
- Lifetime credit hour limits: 130 semester hours for undergraduate, 40 semester hour for graduate work.
- TA tuition cost: Not to exceed $250 per semester hour, annual cap is $2250.00 per member.
https: //content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCG/bulletins/26407d1
One purpose of the _____ program is to provide developmental incentives for personnel with high ability, dedication and the capacity for professional growth to remain in the Coast Guard.
Advanced Education
Which of the following is a responsibility for a student who has been accepted into the Advanced Education program?
a. Apply to Advanced Education Program Manager approved educational institution(s)
b. Gain acceptance to the educational institution and the specific degree program.
c. Complete necessary prerequisites and route forms.
d. Act as Coast Guard liaison to the institution with regard to their attendance.
e. Liaise with the educational institution’s Military Advocate.
f. Monitor and comply with fiscal requirements.
g. Carry a full credit hour load, year-round, at the respective educational institution.
h. Maintain academic proficiency throughout the program.
i. Complete program of study’s requirements in the allotted time.
j. Maintain Military/Coast Guard requirements and standards.
Who acts as subject matter expert to assist Coast Guard members with voluntary education programs?
ESO
Which of the following is one of the four firearm safety rules?
- Treat all firearms as if they are loaded.
- Always maintain proper muzzle control.
- Keep finger off the trigger until on target and ready to shoot.
- Know your target and what’s beyond it.
Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-3?
6 months in pay grade or satisfactory completion of Class “A” course
Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-4?
Completion of the Apprentice Leadership Program (ALP) is required prior to advancement to pay grade E-4.
The _____ and ASVAB tests are different version of the same battery of tests.
AQFT
Class “A” Course graduates who had their advancement to E-4 withheld upon graduation due to receiving an “UNSAT” conduct while attending a Class “A” Course, are required to complete how many months of good conduct prior to being advanced?
6 months
Which of the following ratings have no direct path of advancement from E-3 to E-4?
IV
DV
Where is the list of ratings open to striking found?
ALCOAST
Where are “A” school rating requirements listed?
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/psc/psc-epm/SitePages/Non-Rates.aspx
Which stress management term is defined as “bad” stress?
Distress: “Bad” stress, perceived as negative and associated with a sense of loss of control
“Good” stress is related to which stress management term?
Eustress: “Good” stress, perceived as positive and associated with a sense of control.
Which term is defined as “the non-specific response of the body to any demands placed upon it or what you feel after you encounter a stressor”?
Stress: The non-specific response of the body to any demands placed upon it or what you feel after you encounter a stressor (anxiety, frustration, depression, etc.)
What are stressors?
Stressors: The causes of stress (transfers, deadlines, etc.)
What term is defined as a stress management tool used to measure a person’s personal stress load?
Stressmap: A stress management tool used to measure a person’s personal stress load.
Stress is defined within the Coast Guard Stress Management Program as:
Stress: The non-specific response of the body to any demands placed upon it or what you feel after you encounter a stressor (anxiety, frustration, depression, etc.)
The services provided by the _____ are available for professional assistance with Stress Management.
Employee Assistance Program Coordinator (EAPC)
What term is defined as any self-reported thoughts of engaging in suicide-related behaviors?
- Suicide-Related Ideations (Page 2)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
Which term is defined as self-inflicted death with evidence, either explicit or implicit, or intent to die?
- Suicide
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
For reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, Self-Harm with no injury is reported as?
- Self-Harm Level 1= No injury
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
For Reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, Self-Harm with injury is reported as?
Self-Harm Level 2 = Injury
For Reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, Self-Harm resulting in death is reported as?
Self-Harm Level 3 = Death
What term is defined as a self-inflicted potentially injurious behavior for which there is evidence, either implicit or explicit, that the person did not intend to kill himself/herself?
- Self-Harm
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What term is defined as any interpersonal action, verbal or nonverbal, without a direct self-injurious component, passive or active, for which there is evidence, either explicit or implicit, that the person is communicating that a suicide-related behavior might occur in the near future?
- Suicide Threat
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What term is defined as a self-inflicted potentially injurious behavior with a non-fatal outcome for which there is evidence, either explicit or implicit, of intent to die?
- Suicide Attempt
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What term is defined as a self-inflicted potentially injurious behavior where intent is unknown?
- Undetermined Suicide-Related Behavior
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
Dismissing _____________ as “manipulation” is one of the surest ways to increase suicide risk.
- Suicidal Ideations
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What would be the cause to report a Self-Harm Level 3 in the Suicide Prevention Program?
Death = Self-Harm Level 3
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What level of self-harm results in injury?
- Level 2
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What level of self-harm results in no injury?
- Level 1
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
For reporting purposes, what level of suicide attempt results in injury?
- Suicide Attempt Level 2
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
In one survey more than half of 26,000 students across 70 colleges and universities reported having at least one _____________ at some point in their lives.
- Episode of suicidal thinking, aka “Suicide-Related Ideations”
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What are any interpersonal acts of imparting, conveying, or transmitting suicide-related thoughts, wishes, desires, or intent; not to be construed as the actual self-inflicted behavior or injury known as?
- Suicide-Related Communications
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What type of suicide-related communications is a proposed method of carrying out a design that can potentially result in suicide-related behavior?
- Suicide Plan
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What type of suicide-related communications is a systematic formulation of a program of action that will potentially lead to suicide-related behaviors?
- Suicide Plan
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
For reporting purposes, what level of self-harm results in death?
- Self-Harm Level 3
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
Which of the following is part of the mnemonic for recognizing warning signs and circumstances associated with suicidal behavior?
- ASK: Ask the question directly “Are you thinking about killing yourself?”
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
Which of the following is part of the mnemonic for recognizing warning signs and circumstances associated with suicidal behavior?
- CARE: Be willing to listen and allow the person to express feelings in private. Talk openly about suicide.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What is a Mnemonic for recognizing warning signs and circumstances associated with suicidal behavior?
- ACE: Ask, Care, Escort
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
Which of the following is part of the mnemonic for recognizing warning signs and circumstances associated with suicidal behavior?
- ESCORT: Never leave the person alone unless you are convinced they are NOT suicidal, escort to the nearest emergency room, HCP, or mental healthcare professional, adopt an attitude that you are going to help him/her.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
_____________ is not an easy thing to do, but it is essential for suicide prevention.
- Step 1: “ASK”
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What may be helpful to lead into the question “Are you thinking about killing yourself?”
- A statement of your observations: “You made a comment about ending your life that concerns me,Are you thinking about suicide?” or “I know you have been going through a lot lately…”
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
What mnemonic is used as an aid for what to do when you suspect someone is thinking of suicide?
- ACE
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
During which step of suicide prevention may the at-risk member attempt to make a joke or attempt to deflect the direct question?
- 1st Step: “ASK”
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
During the _____________ step of suicide prevention you should actively listen.
- “CARE” (Step 1 of Care)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
During which step of suicide prevention you should remove or take possession of any means that could be used for self-injury?
- “CARE” (Step 5 of Care)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
During which step of suicide prevention is it important to not promise confidentiality?
- “CARE” (Step 4 of Care)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
In which step of suicide prevention is active listening likely to produce relief?
- “CARE” (Step 1 of Care)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
During which step of suicide prevention should you encourage the person to seek help?
- “CARE” (Step 2 of Care)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
You may express optimism that the person will be helped and will feel better if it seems appropriate and genuine during which step of suicide prevention?
- “CARE” (Step 3 of Care)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
During which step in suicide prevention will you adopt an attitude that you are going to help the person and this will save his/her life?
- “ESCORT” (Step 3 of Escort)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
During which step of suicide prevention should you escort the person to the nearest emergency room, HCP, or mental healthcare professional?
- “ESCORT” (Step 2 of Escort)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
If you ask a person “Are you thinking about killing yourself?” and they make a joke of the question, what should you do?
- Hang in there and ask the question again, letting the person know you are serious.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
If a person tacitly indicates he/she has had thoughts of suicide, what information should you get on how bad the situation is?
- How? (What’s his/her plan, do they possess the means)
- Situation? (Is he/she alone, drinking, etc.)
- History? (Prior attempts, family history)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
Who can you contact to acquire contact information for specific sources of help for suicide prevention?
- Your Regional Work-Life Office
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1734_1A.pdf
Which personnel are required to develop Personal Fitness Plans, Form CG-6049?
-All AD and SELRES members are required to develop Personal Fitness Plans https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
All active duty members must engage in fitness activity as outlined in their Personal Fitness Plan a minimum of _____________ per week.
- 180 minutes a week (Page 4-1)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
It is strongly recommended that the Personal Fitness Plan include _____________ minutes per week of cardiorespiratory activity.
- 150 Minutes (Page 4-1)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
It is strongly recommended that the Personal Fitness Plan include _____________ minutes per week of strength training.
- 30 Minutes (Page 4-1)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
Physical fitness guidelines for general health as set forth by the CDC include what amount of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week?
- 2 hours and 30 minutes per week
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
Physical fitness guidelines for general health as set forth by the CDC include muscle-strengthening activities for a minimum of how many days per week?
- Performed on 2 or more days per week
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
Who do you submit your completed Personal Fitness Plan to?
- Submitted to your supervisor
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
When must your completed Personal Fitness Plan be submitted?
- In the months of April and October
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
Who is required to keep your most current Personal Fitness Plan must be kept on file or electronically saved?
- By the member and supervisor
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
Because the effects of physical activity are cumulative, exercise sessions may vary in length, with a minimum of _____ minutes, in order to be beneficial.
- Minimum of 10 minutes
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
In general, physical activity should be spread out over at least how many days per week.
- At least 3 days per week
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
What levels of intensity are used to measure a training effect for physical activity?
- Medium to Vigorous level of intensity
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
According to the CDC, adults should perform 150 minutes per week of aerobic activity at what level of intensity?
- Moderate-intensity
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
Coast Guard operations are inherently complex, dynamic, dangerous, and by nature, involve _____.
Acceptance of some level of risk
What is a critical human factor that will increase the potential for error-induced mishaps if not managed?
Research has identified seven critical human factors (mission analysis, leadership, adaptability and flexibility, situational awareness, decision making, communication, and assertiveness) that if not managed will increase the potential for error-induced mishaps
Deliberate use of the Risk Management process _____ by reducing member exposure to hazards.
Increases mission success
The potential gains of conducting the activity or mission must justify, or warrant, the _____.
Expected risk exposure
What provides a framework to identify and assess hazards, evaluate the risk level, and weigh the risk against the potential benefits?
The RM process
What initial deliberate analysis is updated prior to any mission activity throughout the day to satisfy the time-critical risk management requirement, and expedite response actions?
GAR2.0
When is Risk Management (RM) most effective?
When hazards are identified early and there is ample time to evaluate and implement mitigations and controls to reduce risk exposure.
Since all Coast Guard missions and operating environments are fluid and dynamic, the Risk Management process is _____.
Continuous and Adaptive
Where are the steps of Risk Management (RM) described?
COMMANDANT INSTRUCTION 3500.3A
What are units encouraged to use to conduct “what can go wrong” analyses on an as-needed-basis, when new missions/activities are introduced to the unit?
All Units are encouraged to conduct the RAM Risk Assessment Matrix
What is a function of physiological and psychological factors that support the ability of crewmembers to perform safely and effectively?
Crew endurance
Additional elements can be added to GAR 2.0 risk to _____.
To address unique operational realities.
Which is a model used to identify hazards and explore mitigation strategies during risk assessments?
PEACE and STARR models
_____ is defined as the possibility of loss or injury due to exposure to a hazard.
Risk
_____ is defined as a process to identify, assess, control, mitigate and manage hazards associated with an operation or activity.
Risk Management
How many actions are there in the Assess Hazards step in the Risk Management (RM) process?
Which is an action taken during the first step in the Risk Management (RM) process?
What are captured in GAR 2.0 to make warranted risk decisions?
PEACE/STAAR Analysis
What model is used to identify those elements considered essential to the safe and effective execution of an operation or activity?
The PEACE model
What deliberate risk assessment should units perform at the start of each day or watch?
GAR2.0
At a minimum, units must include all elements of which model in their GAR 2.0?
All the PEACE Elements
What model outlines potential strategies to mitigate and/or control risk?
The STAAR Model
Which models, when used in tandem, generate the necessary information to establish a shared mental model up and down the chain of command, assist in decision making, and encourage robust risk management?
PEACE and STAAR models
Which models can also be applied to activities outside the workplace that are often spontaneous and dynamic?
PEACE and STAAR models
What shall all units use to conduct a real-time risk assessment prior to engaging in operations or activities that expose personnel to hazards?
GAR2.0
Who are required to use installed occupant restraints while operating or riding in a motor vehicle on any Coast Guard installation?
- All Personnel
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5100_47C.pdf
Who determines whether a particular use of a government motor vehicle is for official purposes?
- Unit Commander, Commanding Officer, or Officer-In-Charge
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6200_1E.pdf
When are CG owned motor vehicles authorized to transport spouses and dependents?
- When they are transported together from the workplace to an official function to which the spouse and dependents were invited and the employee is participating in an official capacity.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_11240_9D.pdf
Which of the following would be an authorized use of a CG owned motor vehicle?
- Motor Vehicles are authorized for non-CG employees invited to participate in an official capacity in CG activities if no additional cost is incurred by the Government.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_11240_9D.pdf
Which of the following would be an authorized use of a CG owned motor vehicle?
- Motor vehicles are authorized for military and civilian personnel officially participating in public or military ceremonies and parades directly related to official activities, and are also authorized to transport prospective military recruits in connection with interviewing, processing and orientation.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_11240_9D.pdf
Transportation of a member’s dependent would be authorized in a CG owned motor vehicle in which case?
- Dependent was invited and traveling together with CG employee to function employee is participating in.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_11240_9D.pdf
Only Government employees that possess a _____ state, territorial, or District of Columbia driver license are permitted to operate a motor vehicle.
Valid / Current
To reduce the potential for traffic mishaps caused by operator fatigue, commands must identify hazards and reduce risks when assigning long-distance driving duties to personnel who have been on-duty within the previous _____ hours.
8 Hours
To reduce the potential for traffic mishaps caused by operator fatigue, members must not exceed _____ hours of combined duty-hours and driving hours.
14 Hours
Which form is used to report accidents involving a government motor vehicle?
SF-91
Personnel convicted of a serious moving violation while operating a GMV, must _____.
Complete a driver improvement course
What is the early withdraw penalty tax for the Thrift Saving Plan?
- 10% Early withdrawal penalty tax
https: //www.tsp.gov/publications/tsp-536.pdf
What term is defined as the process (or steps) involved in managing one’s personal finances, including income, expenses, and investments, for an individual or family?
- Personal Financial Management
https: //media.defense.gov/2017/Mar/06/2001707730/-1/-1/0/CI_1740_8.PDF
The definition of which term includes prudent day-to-day management of personal finances?
- Personal Financial Readiness
https: //media.defense.gov/2017/Mar/06/2001707730/-1/-1/0/CI_1740_8.PDF
What term is defined as the act of evaluating an individual’s or family’s income and expenditures and recommending short- and long-term actions to achieve financial goals and ensure individual, family and mission readiness?
- Financial Planning and Counseling
https: //media.defense.gov/2017/Mar/06/2001707730/-1/-1/0/CI_1740_8.PDF
The PFMP consists of how many elements?
- Seven Elements
https: //media.defense.gov/2017/Mar/06/2001707730/-1/-1/0/CI_1740_8.PDF
Which of the following is an element of the PFMP?
-1) Education and training
2) Counseling
3) Information and Referal
4) Command Financial Specialist (CFS) Program
5) Outreach
6) Collaboration and Coordination
7) CG SUPRT Personal financial wellness program
https://media.defense.gov/2017/Mar/06/2001707730/-1/-1/0/CI_1740_8.PDF
Commands with at least _____ personnel assigned, must have a trained Command Financial Specialist (CFS).
25 Personnel
https: //media.defense.gov/2017/Mar/06/2001707730/-1/-1/0/CI_1740_8.PDF
Onboard a ship salutes shall be dispensed with after the first daily meeting with what exception?
- To the Commanding officer and officers senior to the commanding officer
- To visiting officers
- To officers making inspections
- To officers when addressing or being addressed by them (Page 119)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5000_3B.pdf
You must render salutes to which of the following?
- All officers senior to themselves on each occasion of meeting or passing near or when addressing or being addressed by such officers. (Page 119)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5000_3B.pdf
When are salutes rendered by persons in motor vehicles?
- Persons OPERATING moving motor vehicles should not render or return salutes. Passengers will render and return salutes. (Page 120)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5000_3B.PDFs
You will not render a salute if the person to be saluted does not approach within what distance?
- 30 paces (Page 2-9)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5060_11B.pdf
NTAS consists of how many types of advisories?
- 2 types: Bulletins and Alerts
https: //www.dhs.gov/ntas-frequently-asked-questions
Which FPCON applies when an increased and more predictable threat of terrorist activity exists?
- BRAVO (Pg 5-5)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5530_1C.pdf
Which FPCON require the movement of cars and objects at least 25 meters from buildings?
- BRAVO (Measure 14) (Pg 5-7)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5530_1C.pdf
Which FPCON applies when a general threat of possible terrorist activity exists but warrants only routine security posture?
- 1) FPCON NORMAL (Pg 5-5)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5530_1C.pdf
Which FPCON requires that the implemented security measures must be capable of being maintained indefinitely?
- ALPHA (Pg 5-5)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5530_1C.pdf
Which FPCON requires weapons to be issued to guards?
- CHARLIE (MEASURE 35) (Pg 5-9)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5530_1C.pdf
Which Type I PFD provides greater mobility when the use of law enforcement or other types of gear are required?
- Stearns Model I600 Type 1 (Pg 2-26)**
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_10470_10G.pdf
Boat characteristics include which types of frames?
- Transverse and Longitudinal (Pg 8-12)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/nsfcc/Shared%20Documents/NSF%20References/NSF%20PQS%20Master%20Reference%20List%20-%20NEW/New%20References/BOAT%20CREW%20HANDBOOK%20SEAMANSHIP,%20BCH%2016114.4.pdf
Members with a PFB waiver will trim facial hair as to not to exceed what length?
- ¼ Inch (Pg 2-14)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1020_6K.pdf
Which grooming standard applies to moustaches?
- Must be neatly groomed
- Will not extend below the top of the upper lip or beyond the corners of the mouth
- For the purpose of uniformity: Ceremonial Honor Guard, Academy Cadets, Officer Cadets, Cape May Recruits will be clean-shaven.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1020_6K.pdf
Who can grant a permanent shaving waiver for personnel who are diagnosis with Pseudofolliculitis Barbae (PFB)?
- Commanding Officer or Officer-In-Charge
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1020_6K.pdf
Whose proposal to Congress resulted in the establishment of the Revenue Cutter Service 1790?
- Alexander Hamilton
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
On August 7, 1789, Congress gave responsibility for constructing and maintaining all of the Nation’s aid to navigation to what entity?
- The Treasury Department
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The Revenue Marine were charged with what single purpose?
- Assistance in the collection of custom duties and tonnage taxes
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
In 1838 Congress enacted legislation in response to steamboat boiler explosions that would evolve over the next several decades into what agency?
- Steamboat Inspection Agency**
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The Revenue Cutter Service began with _____________ cutters at a cost of $1000 each.
- Ten Cutters
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The USCG celebrates its birthday on _____________ of each year.
- August 4th
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
In what year were Revenue Marine cutters ordered to begin limited cruising during the winter months to assist mariners in distress?
- 1832
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The United States Coast Guard was formed when the Revenue Cutter Service and Life-Saving Service were merged on what date?
- January 28, 1915
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
When was the United States Coast Guard transferred to Department of Transportation?
- April 1, 1967
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
When was the United States Coast Guard transferred to the Department of Homeland Security?
- March 1, 2003
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Alexander Hamilton was appointed to be the first _____________.
- Secretary of the US Treasury
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who was the first Commandant of the United States Coast Guard?
- Ellsworth P. Bertholf
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Which Revenue Cutter helped lead the Overland Expedition to rescue of rescue missions of marooned whalers near Point Barrow, Alaska?
- The Bear
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who was the Coast Guard’s first aviator?
- Elmer F. Stone
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
On June 19, 1911, Ellsworth Price Bertholf was named Captain Commandant of the _____________.
- US Cutter Revenue Service
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who was awarded the Medal of Honor for evacuating a battalion of Marines trapped by Japanese forces on September 27, 1942?
- Douglas Munroe
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Where did SM1 Douglas Munro aid a battalion of Marines during landing and rescue?
- Point Cruz, Guadacanal
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
SM1 Douglas Munro was in charge of 24 Higgins boats during an amphibious invasion at Point Cruz, _____________.
- Guadacanal
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
What vessel is credited with firing the first naval shot of the Civil War?
- USS Harriet Lane
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The USCGC TAMPA was sunk by _____________ during World War I
- A German submarine
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The USCGC TAMPA was sunk with how many people onboard?
- 131 People
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
What legislation forced the bulk of the burden for enforcing Prohibition in U.S. waters to the Coast Guard?
- The Volstead Act
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
An explosion that killed more than 1,600 people in Nova Scotia led the Congress to establish _____________ for the United States Coast Guard.
- Established Captains of the Ports offices
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Captain of the Port duties were assigned to the United States Coast Guard during which military conflict?
- World War 1**
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
During World War I, how many USCG cutters went overseas to perform convoy escort duty between Gibraltar and Great Britain?
- Six Cutters
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
When did the Coast Guard begin carrying out neutrality patrols in the North Atlantic?
- September, 1939
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Following the explosion of the French ammunition carrier SS Mont-Blanc in World War I, what was one of the Coast Guard’s major related tasks at home?
- Port Security
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
In what year was the Coast Guard tasked with open-ocean weather patrol duties in the North Atlantic?
- 1940
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
During Vietnam, the United States Coast Guard conducted _____________, which patrolled the South Vietnamese coast to stop the flow of war materials and personnel from going to the Viet Cong.
- “Operation Market Time” ?**
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
During Vietnam, how many 82-foot patrol boats from the Coast Guard were sent to Vietnam to support maritime interdiction operations?
- Twenty Six
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
By the end of “Operation Market Time” the Coast Guard had boarded nearly how many sampans and junks?
- A quarter of a million
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Where did Coast Guard Port Security Units deploy in 1990-1991.?
- The Persian Gulf during Desert Shield and Desert Storm (Pg 54)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who pioneered the use of aviation for law enforcement and search-and-rescue operations for the Coast Guard?
- CDR Elmer F. Archie Stone (Pg 42)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Women and African Americans were integrated into the United States Coast Guard by the end of _____________.
- World War 2 (Pg 48)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
When was the Homeland Security Act passed?
- 2002 (Pg 55)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The United States Coast Guard mobilized more than 2,700 reservists in the largest homeland security operation since World War II, following _____.
- September 11th Terrorist Attacks (Pg 55)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The United States Coast Guard were among the first to respond to the attack on the World Trade Center on _____________.
- September 11th, 2001 (Pg 55)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
In 2005, the United States Coast Guard responded to thousands of oil and HAZMAT spills, totaling over 9 million gallons, following _____________.
- Hurricane Katrina (Pg 56)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Nearly half of the United States Coast Guard’s Selected Reserves were used to carry out homeland security and national defense missions at home and abroad beginning in 2003, as part of what Operations?
- Operation Iraqi Freedom (Pg 56)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
In which year did the United States Coast Guard conducted the largest domestic SAR mission in United States history following Hurricane Katrina?
- 2005 (Pg 56)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who served as Boarding Officer on the USS FIREBOLT (PC 10) in Iraq when he was mortally wounded?
- DC3 Nathan B. Bruckenthal (Pg 69)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
DC3 Nathan B. Bruckenthal was posthumously awarded which award for his actions on 24 April 2004?
- Bronze Star Medal(Pg 69)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who was the first African-American to command a U.S. Life-Saving Station?
- Captain Richard Etheridge (Pg 35)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Captain Richard Etheridge was appointed as Keeper to which Life-Saving Station?
- Pea Island Life-Saving Station (Pg 35)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The Life-Saving Station where Captain Richard Etheridge was appointed as keeper had a reputation as _____.
- One of the tautest on the Carolina Coast (Pg 35)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The Pea Island Life-Saving Station is located near _____________.
- Cape Fear, North Carolina
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
For their actions in saving the entire crew of E.S. Newman, the all African American crew of the Pea Island Life-Saving Station, were awarded _____________.
- Gold Lifesaving Medal (Pg 36)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Which Coast Guard officer took part of the planning effort for the liberation of Cherbourg, France, a key supply depot, as part of Operation Overlord (D-Day) preparations?
- Lt Commander Quentin R. Walsh (Pg 47)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who was awarded the Navy Cross during World War II while serving as a Commanding Officer of a specially trained U.S. Naval Reconnaissance Party?
- Captain Quentin R. Walsh (Pg 47)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
What was awarded to LCDR Walsh for engaging in active street fighting with the enemy during World War II?
- Navy Cross (Pg 47)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Which Coast Guard officer liberated 53 paratroopers who had been prisoners since D-Day?
- Lt Commander Quentin Walsh
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Who was the Coast Guard’s first female helicopter pilot?
- Lt Colleen A. Cain (Pg 71)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
What year did LT Collen A. Cain become the Coast Guard’s third female aviator?
- 1979 (Pg 71)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
DC3 Bruckenthal detected a small, unidentified _________ proceeding toward the Al Basra Oil Terminal in Iraqi territorial waters and moved his team into position to screen the oil terminal.
- Dhow (Pg 69)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Lieutenant Colleen A. Cain was awarded the _______ for saving a three-year-old boy involved in a boating accident.
- CG Achievement Medal (Pg 71)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
Lieutenant Colleen A. Cain, Lieutenant Commander Buzz Johnson, and Aviation Survivalman David Thompson made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their nation and fellow countrymen when their helicopter crashed, in route to a sinking vessel, in the State of _____________.
- Hawaii (Pg 71)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/library/doctrine/newlib/CGPub%201.pdf
The Union Jack is flown on the _____________ of the ship.
-The Bow
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The Coast Guard Ensign consists of _____ perpendicular stripes, alternating red and white.
- 16 Stripes
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
How many times has the National Ensign been changed since 1776?
- 26 Times
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ is displayed as a mark of authority for boardings, examinations, and seizure of vessels for the purpose of enforcing U.S. laws.
- Coast Guard Ensign
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ is flown on the bow of a vessel, only while at anchor or moored in port.
- Union Jack
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ is flown on the jackstaff, which is located on the bow of a vessel.
- Union Jack
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ is the canton of the United States Flag.
- Union Jack
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ provided a symbol of authority, as neither officer nor crew had uniforms.
- Coast Guard Ensign
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ was created to fly in place of the national flag while in American waters.
- Coast Guard Ensign
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The current design of the _____________ has 16 red and white stripes.
- Coast Guard Ensign
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The design of the Coast Guard Ensign was ordered by Secretary of the Treasury, Oliver Wolcott, on _____________.
- August 1, 1799
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
What is carried in all ceremonies representing heroic actions in all naval encounters from 1798 to the present?
- Battle Streamers (Pg 335)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
Battle streamers are attached to the _____________, replacing cords and tassels.
- Coast Guard standard (Pg 335)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
During parades and ceremonies, the Coast Guard Standard is adorned with _____________.
- 43 Battle Streamers (Pg 335)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
Individual units may only display those _____________ that they have earned.
- Battle Streamers (Pg 335)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
Only _____________ may display a complete set of battle streamers.
- Major Headquarters
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The design of the _____________ is obscure, but it may have evolved from an early jack.
- Coast Guard Standard (Pg 335)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The presence of the _____________ indicates that a cutter is under the command of a commissioned officer.
- Commissioning Pennant
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The United States Coast Guard adopted battle streamers in 1968, following the practice established by the _____________.
- US Marine Corps
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The United States Coast Guard is authorized a total of _____________ battle streamers.
- 43 battle streamers
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
This flag is the upper left corner of the Coast Guard Ensign.
- Coast Guard Standard
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
This flag is used during parades and ceremonies.
- Coast Guard Standard
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ consists of a wide red bar forward of a narrow blue bar both canted at 64 degrees on the bow with CG emblem superimposed.
- Coast Guard Stripe
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ is used on invitations, programs, certificates, diplomas, and greetings.
- The Coast Guard Seal
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ is used on official documents and records of the Coast Guard.
- Coast Guard Seal
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The _____________ was developed in the 1960s by the industrial design firm Raymond Loewy/Williams Snaith, Inc.
- Coast Guard Stripe
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The Coast Guard _____________ was ordered to be used on the Coast Guard Ensign as a distinctive logo in 1957.
- Coast Guard Emblem
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The first Coast Guard Seal and Emblem were approved by Treasury Secretary Andrew W. Mellon in _____________.
- 1972
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The historical significance of the Coast Guard _____________ dates back to the Revenue Cutter Service.
- Coast Guard Shield
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
Semper Paratus is the Latin word meaning: _____________.
- Always Ready
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
When was the Coast Guard Motto adopted?
- Between October 1896 and May 1897
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The earliest recorded use of the phrase “Semper Paratus” appeared in a newspaper article in the city of _____________, praising the Revenue Cutter Ingham.
- New Orleans
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
What language did Semper Paratus originate from?
- Latin
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
The music for Semper Paratus was written by _____________.
- Captain Fancis Saltus Van Boskerck
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/tracencapemay/ISB/Recruit%20Training/Recruit%20Training%20Master%20Packet.pdf
What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
https://elearning.uscg.mil/warehouse/sco/elearning/ny620/Content/cca/esh_sah_a56_sh_enus/output/html/course_transcript.html#t10
The standard GHS format for a safety data sheet includes _____ sections, in a specified order.
https://elearning.uscg.mil/warehouse/sco/elearning/ny620/Content/cca/esh_sah_a56_sh_enus/output/html/course_transcript.html#t10
What must be readily accessible to all workers while in their work area, when workers are required to use HAZMAT or when workers are at risk of exposure to HAZMAT?
- SDS: Safety Data Sheet
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5100_47C.pdf
Specific hazard information may not be present on a chemical container. As a result, you must consult the _____________ to prevent improper use or handling.
https://elearning.uscg.mil/warehouse/sco/elearning/ny620/Content/cca/esh_sah_a56_sh_enus/output/html/course_transcript.html#t10
GHS provides a standard for the content, layout, and presentation of _____.
https://elearning.uscg.mil/warehouse/sco/elearning/ny620/Content/cca/esh_sah_a56_sh_enus/output/html/course_transcript.html#t10
If the SDS is not available, who must the unit notify to obtain the SDS.
- The Manufacturer
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5100_47C.pdf
What is the Active and Reserve Gold Badges assignment standard tour length?
- 2 years
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1306_1H.pdf
Who must provide the Commander/Commanding Officer endorsement for all CSELs except the MCPOCG and MCPO-CGR?
- First Flag Officer or SES in the Chain of Command
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_1306_1H.pdf
If in a motor vehicle during the National Anthem and conditions permit, the senior person should _____________.
- Get out and salute, if conditions permit?** (Pg 118)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5000_3B.pdf
If in a motor vehicle during the National Anthem, the driver shall _____________.
- Stop the vehicle, and remain seated at attention** (Pg 118)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5000_3B.pdf
When in uniform at a parade, if the flag passes you, you shall ____________.
- Salute**
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5000_3B.pdf
When in civilian attire at a parade, when the flag passes you shall _____.
- Stand at attention**
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5000_3B.pdf
Which Stress Management awareness and skills training promotes an understanding of stress, awareness of support resources, and provides practical stress navigation tools to help build resilience of Sailors, families, and commands?
- Operational Stress Control
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Health-Promotion-Resources/Stress-Management-Program/
How can you contact the Employee Assistance Program?
- Requesting through the Health Promotions Manager on your Work-Life staff, Contacting CGSUPRT
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Health-Promotion-Resources/Stress-Management-Program/
Who is eligible for the Office of Work-Life Stress Management Program?
- Active Duty and Dependents
- Reservists
- Civilian Employees of the Coast Guard
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Health-Promotion-Resources/Stress-Management-Program/
Stress is defined within the Coast Guard Stress Management Program as:
- The non-specific response of the body to any demands placed upon it or what you feel after you encounter a stressor (anxiety, frustration, depression, etc.)
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Health-Promotion-Resources/Stress-Management-Program/
Which of the following does the National Institute of Mental Health recommend to manage stress?
-Be observant -Talk to your health care provider -Regular exercise -Relaxing Activity -Set goals and priorities -Stay connected -Consider a clinical trial https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress/19-mh-8109-5-things-stress_142898.pdf
What program is intended to assist you in becoming familiar with your new community and the resources available when you are reassigned?
- Relocation Assistance Program
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Relocation-Assistance-Program/
Who can provide you with community information, demographics information, relocation packages, and state information when you are reassigned?
- Transition/Relocation Managers (TRM’s)
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Relocation-Assistance-Program/
Transition/Relocation Managers may provide _____ with local resource information.
- “Welcome Packages”
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Relocation-Assistance-Program/
How should you contact your Transition/Relocation Manager?
- Through your Regional Work-Life staff or contact Headquarters Relocation Assistance Program Manager
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Relocation-Assistance-Program/
Your _______ can help you utilize the Office of Work-Life Adoption Reimbursement Program.
- Family Resource Specialist (FRS)
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Adoption-Reimbursement/
Who is your point of contact for information relating to the Coast Guard Scholarship Program?
- Family Resource Specialist (FRS)
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Scholarship-Program/
What is the title for staff members at Health, Safety, and Work-Life Regional Practices specifically trained to assist individuals and commands when maltreatment incidents occur?
- Family Advocacy Specialist (FAS)
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Family-Advocacy-Program/
What form is used to enroll my dependent family member with medical special needs into the SNP?
- Family Member Medical Summary, DD Form 2792
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Special-Needs-Program-SNP/Special-Needs-FAQs/
One purpose of the Family Advocacy Program is to _____.
- Address prevention, identification, reporting, investigation, and treatment of intimate partner and child maltreatment.
- Assigns responsibilities for a coordinated community response
- Minimize the occurrence of maltreatment and support CG commands by retaining productive members.
https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Special-Needs-Program-SNP/Special-Needs-FAQs/
The purpose of the _____________ is prevention, identification, reporting, investigation, and treatment of intimate partner and child maltreatment.
- Family Advocacy Program
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/Special-Needs-Program-SNP/Special-Needs-FAQs/
CGSUPRT is part of HSWL’s _____________ CG-111 Site.
- Employee Assistance Program?**
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/
Members can call _____________ 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to speak with an experienced and highly trained counselor.
- CGSUPRT
https: //www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Health-Safety-and-Work-Life-CG-11/Office-of-Work-Life-CG-111/
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-1 is the last day of which months?
- January and July
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-2 is the last day of which months?
- January and July
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-3 is the last day of which months?
- February and August
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-4 is the last day of which months?
- March and September
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-5 is the last day of which months?
- April and October
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-6 is the last day of which month?
- May
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-7 is the last day of which month?
- September
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-8 is the last day of which month?
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The end of marking periods for pay grade E-9 is the last day of which month?
- June
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
How many major categories of performance are there in the EES?
- Four (Military, Performance, Professional Qualities, Leadership)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The Marking Official should route the completed evaluation report to the approving official no later than ____ days after the evaluation report period ending date?
- Five Days
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
____________ is responsible for ensuring your evaluation is based on how you performed in each performance dimension consistently through the period.
- Performance Assessment
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The evaluee must perform which of the following functions within the EES?
-Familiarization -Performance -Evaluation Input -Acknowledgement -Verification
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
When do you need to need to provide evaluation input for your EER?
- Not later than 14 Days Prior to the end of the marking period
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What is done with the original EER counseling sheet?
- It is provided to the Evaluee** (Pg 4-5)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The ____________ has been designed to capture a valid, reliable assessment of enlisted members’ performance, so the Coast Guard can advance and assign them with a high degree of confidence.
- Enlisted Evaluation System (EES)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The ____________ has been designed to inform each member of the performance stands against which they are measured.
- Enlisted Evaluation System (EES)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The ____________ has been designed to provide a means by which each enlisted member can receive feedback on how well the member is measuring up to the standards.
- Enlisted Evaluation System (EES)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The ____________ has been designed to provide information about discharges, re-enlistments, good conduct, advancement eligibility, and reductions in pay grade.
- Enlisted Evaluation System (EES)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The ____________ has been designed to set standards by which to evaluate the performance and behavior of each enlisted member.
- Enlisted Evaluation System (EES)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
Your signature on the member’s signature block of the EER counseling sheet indicates acknowledgement of: ____________.
- The counseling and review of their evaluation report
- The impact of their evaluation report on their Good Conduct eligibility
- The appeal time frame
- Their advancement potential and recommendation
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What competency within a performance assessment must be adhered to every day of the marking period?
- Conduct
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What are the individual elements located under each factor type on which the Coast Guard evaluates its enlisted members called?
- Competencies
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
Which factor type in the EER measures the member’s ability to bring credit to the Coast Guard through personal demeanor and professional actions?
- Military
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
Which factor type in the EER measures a member’s ability to direct, guide, develop, influence, and support others performing work?
- Leadership
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
Performance Standards are the written criteria that outlines the expected performance to receive a mark of _____.
- 2,4, or 6 in each competency
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What are the areas impacted by awarding an “Unsatisfactory Conduct Mark”, as listed in CIM 1000.2(series)?
- Advancement
- Good Conduct Award Eligibility
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
Appeals to the approving official’s decision on the advancement recommendation _____.
-Are not authorized
(“The recommendation for advancement portion on the evaluation report may not be appealed to an appeal authority” Pg 4-25)
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What are the possible choices for advancement recommendations?
-Ready
-Not Ready
-Not Recommended
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What must occur when a member does not receive an advancement recommendation?
- Approving official must counsel the member, and prepare required comments (Pg 4-20)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
The appeals process is designed to review marks the evaluee believes were based on which of the following?
-Incorrect Information
-Prejudice
-Discrimination
-Disproportionately low marks for the particular circumstances
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What must be contained in an appeal letter for an EER?
- The specific competencies in dispute and supporting information
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What responsibility does the member have in the EER appeal process?
-Request an audience
-Written Appeal
-The Appeal Letter
-Submission Deadline
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
As a result of an appeal, what actions may an approving official take?
- Must ensure all enlisted persons are aware of their right to appeal
- May raise or leave marks, but may not lower marks
- Will endorse and send appeal letter to appeal authority within 15 days
- Endorsement will contain specific examples of performances that warranted the assigned marks
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What actions may the appeal authority take?
- Must review and act on the appeal within 15 days
- Raise or leave marks, but may not lower marks
- Distribution of appeal package
- Finality, appeal authority’s decision is final
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What is the deadline for active duty members to submit an appeal for their marks?
- 15 Calendar days after they signed the counseling sheet
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What is the deadline for reservists to submit an appeal for their marks?
- 45 Calendar days after they signed the counseling sheet
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
What are forms CG-3788A-G used for?
- Enlisted Evaluation Report Form- Are optional and may be used by units with limited or no access to Direct Access to include cutters away from homeport.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1000_2C.pdf
Which is true of hazing and bullying?
- Occurs four times more often than sexual harassment or racial discrimination
- Can be conducted through the use of electronic devices or communications, and by other means, as well as in person
- Erodes mission readiness and will not be tolerated
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Subjecting an individual military member to harassment or ridicule for the purposes of “inclusion” is defined as _____.
- Hazing
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Which is true of hazing?
- Any conduct through which a military member or members, or any other persons physically or psychologically injure or create a risk of physical or psychological injury to one or more military members for the purpose of: initiation into, admission into, affiliation with, change in status or position within.
- Can be verbal or psychological, does not need to be physical.
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Which directive requires a commanding officer to “prohibit unit introductory initiations or hazing of personnel”?
- Article 4.1.15 of COMDTINST M5000.3
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Hazing can include which of the following?
- Playing abusive or mean-spirited tricks intended to ridicule, humiliate, or ostracize
- Throwing personnel over the side from a ship or pier
- Tacking on crows or other devices by forcibly applying them
- Forcing or encouraging the consumption of substances not normally prepared for
- Group wrestling matches targeting a member
- Forcibly cutting or shaving hair
- Branting, tattooing or painting another
- etc. Pg 3-3
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
The Discipline and Conduct manual stipulates that coercing or encouraging another member to fully or partially disrobe is an example of _____________.
- Hazing
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
If a person knowingly and voluntarily submits to hazing, _____.
- May be held accountable as well.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
An interpersonal relationship in a professional work environment would be prohibited in what case?
- Engaging in sexually intimate behavior aboard any CG vessel or controlled work space
- Romantic relationships outside of marriage between commissioned officers and enlisted
- Personal and romantic relationships between instructors and students
- Personal and romantic relationships between recruiters and prospective members
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
A romantic relationship involving a former recruiter and a prospective member are prohibited until what point?
- After 365 days have elapsed since their last contact
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Which of the following would be a prohibited relationship?
-Engaging in sexually intimate behavior aboard any Coast Guard vessel, or in any Coast Guard-controlled work place
-Romantic relationships outside of marriage between commissioned officers and enlisted personnel.
-Personal and romantic relationships between instructors at entry level accession programs and other training commands, and students
-Personal and romantic relationships between recruiters, Academy admission officers, Academy admission partners, or personnel assigned to a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS), and family members of students or prospective members
-Romantic relationships between instructors and certain former entry level accession students
-Romantic relationships between former recruiters who have transferred to a new unit and those prospective members who were engaged in the recruiting process while the former recruiter was assigned to recruiting duties.
- Page 2-4
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Engaging in sexually intimate behavior in which of the following situations would be prohibited
- Aboard any Coast Guard Vessel
- In any Coast Guard-controlled work space
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Enlisted instructors at enlisted entry level accession programs engaging in a romantic relationship with an individual who has graduated from, or who last attended, an entry level accession program within the preceding _____.
- 365 days is prohibited
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Officer instructors at officer entry level accession programs engaging in a romantic relationship with an individual who has graduated from, or who last attended, an entry level accession program within the preceding 365 days _____.
- Is Prohibited
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Which of the following would be an example of an appropriate relationship?
- Page 2-7
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Which would be an acceptable romantic relationship?
-Married commissioned officer and enlisted member.
Page 2-3
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Which of the following is an example of unacceptable conduct?
Examples of unacceptable conduct, contact and communication include, but are not limited to:
(1) Supervisors and subordinates gambling together.
(2) Giving or receiving gifts, except gifts of nominal value on special occasions.
(3) Changing duty rosters or work schedules to the benefit of one or more members in a relationship when other members of the command are not afforded the same consideration.
(4) When between instructors and entry level accession program students, or between recruiters, Academy admission officers, Academy admission partners, or MEPS personnel, and prospective members:
(a) Soliciting or providing personal information to or from a student or a prospective member, including telephone number, social media profile, email address, or physical address, for other than official business.
(b) Using personal vehicles to transport students or prospective members, for other than official business.
(c) Providing alcohol to a student or a prospective member.
(d) Lending or borrowing money to/from a student or prospective member.
(e) Employing a student or a prospective member for personal services.
- Page 2-7
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Violating policy on limited personal use of government office equipment and services is punishable under which article of the UCMJ?
- Article 92
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_1600_2.pdf
Which of the following is an example of prohibited use of government office equipment?
- Intentionally and knowingly view, download or store any materials that are sexually explicit
- Creating, copying or transmitting any materials or communications that may be considered hate incidents or discriminatory
- Loading personal or unauthorized software onto a gov. computer or device
- Making unauthorized configuration changes to a gov. computer system or equipment
- Using gov. office equipment or services as a staging ground or platform to gain unauthorized access to other systems.
- Deliberate introduction of viruses or other malicious software into the CG network
- Creating, copying, or transmitting spam, phishing, chain letters
- Subscribing to, downloading or streaming media or other automatic internet services
- Connecting personally-owned IT equipment to the CG network at a CG office
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_5375_1D.pdf
Which of the following is an example of inappropriate use of government office equipment?
- Accessing personal email sites
- Using a CG email address for subscribing to anything other than official websites
- Use of or accessing web-based application, social media or social networking sites
- Engaging in any fundraising activity not sanctioned by the CG
- Using office equipment for commercial purposed to support a private or personal business including assisting friends or other persons
- Using office equipment for private, non-profit, non-commercial business or activities
- Use of government phones, cellular, or smartphone devices that could incur unnecessary government expenses.
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CI_5375_1D.pdf
What is the definition of substance abuse?
- The use of a substance by a member, which causes other (performance of duty, health, behavior, family, community) problems or places the members safety at risk.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
Which of the following is an intention of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program?
- Raise awareness of substance abuse issues
- Encourage, Teach, and Support low-risk guidelines for alcohol use
- Provide periodic prevention training
- Support commands
- Outline zero tolerance for drugs/substance misuse and abuse
- Support mission readiness
- Align with other policy (Pg 1-7)
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
The National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) low-risk guidelines suggest that “zero” drinks is the low risk option when _____.
Driving, using machinery, cleaning a weapon, pregnant, on certain medications
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
Key behaviors for low-risk alcohol use include what model?
- The 0,1,2,3 Model
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
Being able to “hold your liquor” or having a high tolerance for alcohol is _____.
- A reason for caution/ A Myth
https: //www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/
How many grams of pure alcohol is in a “standard” drink?
- 14 Grams (Pg 6-3)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
How many fluid ounces of table wine are in a standard drink?
- 5 Ounces
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
How many fluid ounces of beer are in a standard drink?
- 12 Ounces
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
Using the BAC calculator, what would be the BAC percentage for a 150 pound male who consumed 3 oz. of 40% alcohol over one hour?
0.05
Across the United States, a recorded Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) test of _____ or higher alcohol is proof of DUI without any other evidence.
0.08
A medical professional must perform an analysis and diagnosis for potential _____ upon commission of an alcohol incident or referral.
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
A member diagnosed within the first _____ days of CG service as drug/alcohol abusive or dependent is considered physically disqualified for enlistment.
180
Which of the following is required for self-referral for potential substance abuse?
A request must be made to a Chaplain, Command, CDAR, SAPS, or health care provider.
There can be no credible evidence of involvement in an alcohol/drug incident
Which statement reflects Coast Guard policy on tobacco use and abuse?
It is CG policy to discourage the use of all forms of tobacco products and to protect people from exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS), unsanitary conditions created by the use of spit tobacco, and the potential addiction to nicotine products.
Which of the following is a reason women face higher risks of drinking alcohol?
- On average, women weigh less than men
https: //www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/
Where can you find additional clarifications on low risk drinking guidelines?
- The National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
What is a standard drink for 80 proof hard liquor?
- 1.5 Ounces
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
What is considered binge drinking for men?
- 5 drinks in about 2 hours (Bringing BAC above 0.08% or higher)
https: //www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/How-much-is-too-much/Is-your-drinking-pattern-risky/Drinking-Levels.aspx
What is considered binge drinking for women?
- 4 drinks in 2 hours
https: //www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/How-much-is-too-much/Is-your-drinking-pattern-risky/Drinking-Levels.aspx
Binge drinking is a pattern of drinking that brings BAC to what percent or higher?
- 0.08% or higher
https: //www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/How-much-is-too-much/Is-your-drinking-pattern-risky/Drinking-Levels.aspx
What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by a person being slightly impaired?
0.08
What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by a person being “sloppy” drunk?
0.16
What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by stupor or blackout?
0.30
What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by coma and risk of death?
0.40
A sign of alcohol poisoning is _____.
-Passes out and cannot be awakened
-Vomiting while passed out
-Has cold, clammy, and/or pale skin
-Breathing is slow and irregular
Youth who drink alcohol are more likely to experience _____.
-School problems, such as higher rates of absences or lower grades.
-Social problems, such as fighting or lack of participation in youth activities.
-Legal problems, such as arrest for driving or physically hurting someone while drunk.
-Physical problems, such as hangovers or illnesses.
-Unwanted, unplanned, and unprotected sexual activity.
-Disruption of normal growth or sexual development.
-Physical and sexual violence.
-Increased risk of suicide and homicide.
-Alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes and other unintentional injuries, such as burns, falls, or drowning.
-Memory problems.
-Misuse of other substances.
-Changes in brain development that may have life-long effects.
-Alcohol poisoning.
What is considered substance abuse?
- The use of substance by a member, which causes other (performance of duty, health, behavior, family, community) problems or places the member’s safety at risk
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), as an individual’s BAC increases, the risk of _____ increases.
-being injured from falls or car crashes
-experiencing acts of violence
-engaging in unprotected or unintended sex
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), drinking too much over time can raise your risk for _____, cancer, liver disease, and other illnesses.
Heart issues
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), more than _____ people die from alcohol-related causes in the United States each year.
An estimated 95,000 people
Which of the following is an intention of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program?
- -Raise awareness of substance abuse issues
- Encourage, Teach, and Support low-risk guidelines for alcohol use
- Provide periodic prevention training
- Support commands
- Outline zero tolerance for drugs/substance misuse and abuse
- Support mission readiness
- Align with other policy (Pg 1-7)
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
What is a responsibility of a Command Drug and Alcohol Representative?
- Contact the SAPS within CO notification of a potential issue
- Collaborate with the SAPS to provide administrative support
- Collaborate with the SAPS to prepare the appropriate administrative remarks
- Schedule and document required unit SAPR training, as needed
- Prepare and prominently display prevention awareness materials
- Collaborate with the SAPS to initiate substance abuse screenings, referrals, treatment, aftercare and support plans
- Ensure that all documentation is complete before arranging treatment or training
- Keep that command informed of the status of members undergoing treatment
- Collaborate with the SAPS to develop support and aftercare plans
- Monitor mandatory treatment/aftercare plans with the CO
- Provide updates to the SAPS
- Provide copies of all documentation to the receiving command when members are transferring
- Complete annual HIPAA training related to substance abuse patient records
- Provide SAPR training minimally one time a year
- Enact and annually review with the unit “Seven steps to an effective command prevention program”
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
What is Prime for Life training used for?
- An evidence-based alcohol and drug program for members who show signs of misusing alcohol.
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_6320_5.pdf
Which example would constitute unauthorized use of a prescription drug?
Medications without a specified end date that are taken after six months are presumed to be unauthorized /
Executive Order 125674 – Drug-Free Federal Workplace?**
https: //www.archives.gov/federal-register/codification/executive-order/10631.html
Which of the following is considered prohibited substance abuse?
Use of a drug or substance for other than its intended legal use.
https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/codification/executive-order/10631.html
Which of the following constitutes a drug incident?
-Intentional Use or Misuse of Controlled or Prohibited Substances
-Wrongful Possession of Controlled Substances
-Trafficking, Distributing, Importing, or Exporting Controlled Substances
-Intentional Misuse of Non-Controlled Substances
-Civil or Military Conviction for Wrongful Use, Possession, or Trafficking of Drugs
-Violation of a Lawful Order
-Violation of a General Order
https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/codification/executive-order/10631.html
Urinalysis is the procedure employed to obtain urine samples under controlled conditions, maintaining a chain of custody on each sample, and_____.
Scientifically analyze the samples to detect the presence of controlled/prohibited substances or their metabolytes
Which of the following would be the consequence of a drug incident?
-Administrative Action
-Discretionary Disciplinary Action
-Medical Treatment Eligibility
-Documentation and Reports
What is the dollar value limit placed on gifts given to an official superior on an occasional basis?
- Total value of $10 or less
https: //cg.portal.uscg.mil/sites/externaldata/Directives/CIM_5370_8B.pdf
The Code of Conduct is an ethical guide for members of the Armed Forces that has _____________ articles.
- 06 Articles
https: //www.archives.gov/federal-register/codification/executive-order/10631.html
The Code of Conduct is an ethical guide that provides members of the Armed Forces with guidance _____________.
- Standards**
https: //www.archives.gov/federal-register/codification/executive-order/10631.html
Which of the following would be a prohibited political activity for a member of the Armed Forces?
- Page 3
https: //www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodd/134410p.pdf