E-7 Questions Flashcards
When writing an internal command memo requiring command visibility,_____ lines may be used.
“Thru”
What is the primary means of formalized correspondence to communicate both within the Coast Guard and within the framework of the Federal Government?
The Coast Guard Memorandum
Where is the SSIC placed on a memorandum?
One the first, and subsequent pages, top right corner above the date
Where does the signing official place his/her signature on a memorandum?
On the “From” line
Every memorandum must include a _____.
Date
What is used to comment on a memorandum in routing?
Endorsement(s)
When are “Thru” lines used on a memorandum?
When writing an internal command memo requiring chain of command visibility.
What is placed centered two lines below the last paragraph to indicate the end of the memorandum?
The # symbol
Where can the precise title and staff symbol to include on a memorandum be found?
Standard Distribution List, COMTNOTE 5605 (SDL)
During a meeting, who is required to stay out of content discussion?
The Scribe
During a meeting, who has responsibility to capture information as accurately as possible so that non-
attendees can follow the group's train of thought?
Recorder
What is a responsibility of a timekeeper in a meeting?
Keeps track of time, notifies group when allocated times are up
What is a responsibility of a participant in a meeting?
Gives input, ideas, opinions/ Listens to others/ Clarifies/ Uses good team process skills
What is a common team member role assigned during a meeting?
Timekeeper, Scribe, Recorder, Co-Facilitator, Participant
Time spent planning your meeting will ensure _____.
A better outcome
Which step of meeting facilitation are ground rules established?
The 3 rd step of 8
Which step in meeting facilitation involves describing how the meeting will be run, and how decisions will be
made?
Establish Ground Rules
When should the parking lot items from a meeting be discussed?
At the end of the Session/meeting
What is a parking lot within the context of meeting facilitation?
A place where issues that are important but not relevant to the topic at hand can be parked out of the
congestion of discussion
What is another form of parking lot or board used in a meeting?
An Issues, Decisions, and Actions (IDA) Record
After a meeting, action plans should be broken down into manageable chunks that require less than how many
hours to complete?
Less than 80 hours
Consensus discussions are part of what step in facilitating a meeting?
7 th step, Generate an Action plan
The round robin process ispart of what step in meeting facilitation?
8 th step, Evaluate the meeting
What type of meeting evaluation process involves making a chart?
Plus/delta
How many types of meeting evaluation processes are there during the Evaluate the Meeting phase?
4 types - Round robin, Consensus discussion, Plus/delta, Meeting surveys
Who in the evaluee’s chain of command has appeal authority for any annual or semiannual evaluation report?
The first flag officer in the evaluee’s chain of command
Within the EES, each competency is defined in terms of _____ performance standards.
3
Who is responsible for timely processing of an EER so that it may be reviewed by an evaluee no later than 30
days following the report period?
The Approving official
How well the supervisor clearly communicates the member’s past performance and methods in which to
improve are primary to _____.
Ensuring future success
How many days does a supervisor have to counsel a reservist evaluee after the end of the evaluation report
period ending date?
45 Days
How many days does a supervisor have to counsel an active duty evaluee after the end of the evaluation
report period ending date?
21 Days
An Individual Development Plan (IDP) is mandatory for _____.
First term enlisted members and junior officers, both active duty and reservists who are assigned to a
permanent duty station.
For first-term members reporting to a new duty station, supervisors conduct the first formal IDP review and
counseling session within _____ days of reporting.
30 Days
An Individual Development Plan is _____.
NOT a performance evaluation method
Supervisors have which of the following responsibilities in relation to the IDP?
Become familiar with the IDP/EDP form and its purpose to effectively guide individuals. Implement IDP/EDP for all applicable members. Ensure that all other direct reports are aware of the IDP/EDP and encourage its use.
Provide the support and resources required to follow through with the actions agreed to in the IDP/EDP.
Where is IDP counseling documented?
At the unit level
As a general rule, military members are not entitled to _____.
Cash awards, gratuities, gift certificates, or coupons for recognition of superior performance of duty (to include
from other government agencies).
The individual citation for the Meritorious Service Medal and below (not including the LOC) will be prepared
_____.
In “landscape orientation on the award stationery with one-inch side and top margins, and at least a two-inch
bottom margin where a gold seal, two inches in diameter, will be embossed with the awarding authority’s
official seal
Requests for exceptions to policy for awards will be _____.
Prepared in memorandum format with supporting documentation and forwarded through the chain of command
Where can you look to find examples in writing a citation for a member?
Enclosure (24) to COMDTINST M1650.25E CG Medals and Awards Manual
Which mobile appcan you refer members tofor information about the Coast Guard support programs and
services to members and their families?
USCG Work-Life Mobile App
Which mobile app can be used tofind a unit Ombudsman using the “Ombudsman Locator” feature?
U.S. Coast Guard Work-life
Which Office of Work-Life program is responsible for ensuring that necessary financial information and
resources are available to Coast Guard personnel and their family members?
Personal Financial Management Program (PFMP)
Where can you access a comprehensive list of recovery assistance resources for sexual assault survivors?
Sexual Assault prevention, Response, & Recovery (SAPRR) Program (CG-1K4)
Where can you print the two-page document from Office of Work-Life Programs, Personal Financial
Management Program (PFMP) to provide financial counselling resources?
Personal Financial Management Program page –> under current announcements–> Personal Financial
Management Program Fact Sheet
Which Office of Work-Life Program can you refer members to who are seeking a business opportunity for their
spouse by providing child care in a home environment?
CG Family Child Care (FCC) and District Points of Contact
At which Office of Work-Life Program site can you find a list of EAPCs?
Critical Incident Stress Response Program
Which Health, Safety, and Work-Life staff has the overall objective to support the well-being of active duty,
reserve and civilian employees and family members?
Office of Work-life (CG-1K1)
Which Office of Work-Life Program site offers information on psychological first aid?
CISM Critical Incident Stress Response Program
Which Office of Work-Life Program site allows you to download the ACE card?
Suicide Prevention Program
Which Work-Life Program site offers a link to download parental leave policy flyers?
Parent Resources
Where can you find information on the Ombudsman Program, which has served as a vital link between the
Coast Guard commands and families?
Ombudsman Program COMDTINST 1750.4F
What is the purpose of the Sea Legs, found at the Work-Life site?
To help support a smooth transition into military life.
The purpose of the Critical Incident Stress Response (CISR) program is to _____.
Help individuals exposed to critical incidents to identify and cope with their responses to these events.
What is the National Suicideand Crisis Lifeline number?
988
What is the telephone number for the SAPS Duty Line?
757-628-4329
What acronym should you use to respond to a member who is contemplating suicide?
A.C.E
What are members of the Substance Abuse Prevention Team called?
Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist (SAPS)
The objective of the Work-Life Subsistence Program is to _____.
Provide training, education, expedite screening and referral for treatment, and provide administrative
processing resources in support of Coast Guard’s policy.
What type of facilityprovides, on a regularly scheduled basis, developmentally appropriate programs designed
to foster social, emotional, physical, creative, and intellectual growth to groups of children from agesix weeks
to kindergarten that are federally licensed and nationally accredited?
Child Development Centers
Scholarships and school liaison programs within the Office of Work-Life (CG-1K1) are located under which
dropdown tab?
Family Support
Discussions of individual personal finances witha Personal Financial Manager (PFM) are _____.
Confidential
You can download a PDF version to provide members with the SAPRR program’s “How Do I report a Sexual
Assault?” from which program office?
Sexual Assault Prevention, Response, & Recovery (SAPRR) Program
What program can you refer members tofor improving communications between the command and Coast
Guard family members?
Ombudsman Program
Where can you refer members for information about childcare?
Child Development Services (CDS)
How can you view information for Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) provided to TRICARE beneficiaries?
UCanQuite2 Live Chat Resources Guide(Nicotine / Tobacco Cessation Resources) on Tobacco Cessation
Program site
Whatcan you provide to members requesting information about self-referrals and seeking treatment for
substance abuse?
Something with SAPPS (Substance Abuse Prevention Program Supervisor)
Duty SAPPS # – 757-628-4329
COMDINST M6320.5
Which Office of Work-Life Program site offers the Coast Guard Nutrition Video Series by LCDR Trocchio?
Personal Wellness (Weight Management)
The Unit Health Promotion Resources site provides a link to which directive, which includes physical fitness
responsibilities for all CG AD and SELRES personnel?
Coast Guard Health Promotion Manual – COMDTINST M6200.1E
If your roommate confides that he/she has been sexually assaulted, what should you do?
“Confide in Another”
Coast Guard Active Duty Service Members may confide in another person (e.g. roommate, friend, and/or
family member including military or civilian spouse) without affecting their reporting options (does not include
confiding in a superior in the victim’s chain of command or law enforcement).
Who can offer unit-wide tobacco cessation education and training upon request?
Health Program Manager (HPM)
How can you access tobacco cessation resources available through EAP?
CG SUPRT (CGSUPRT.com)
What is a fact about quitting smoking found at the Work-Life Tobacco Cessation Program site?
Within 24 hours your lungs will start to clear out mucous
Within 48 hours your sense of smell and taste will improve
Within 72 hours you can breathe easier and have more energy
Within 12 weeks, coughing, breathing and wheezing problems will improve
Within one year, your risk of heart disease is reduced to 50% of a continuing smoker
Within 10-15 years your risk of cancer is similar to that of someone who never smoked
It is Coast Guard policy to _____ tobacco products.
Discourage
Which Work-Life Program offers telephonic assistance for financial and legal concerns?
Personal Financial Management Program (PFMP)
What information can be found at the SAPRR program site?
SAPRR Eligibility, Victims’ Rights, SAPRR Information, Response and Recovery Resources
“Sexual assault” is defined as _____, characterized by use of force, threats, intimidation, abuse of authority, or
when the victim does not or cannot consent.
Intentional sexual contact
