Epme Flashcards
Where should Coast Guard voluntary education services inquiries related to tuition assistance be sent to?
ETQC
REF: Education & Training Quota Management Command(ETQC
Registrar services provided by ETQC include which of the following?
Joint Service Transcript, Dantesexamination reimbursement, degree reporting, solicitation for voluntary education program award
REF: Education & Training Quota Management Command(ETQC)
Which directive provides specific guidance on the Coast Guard voluntary credentialing program?
Coast Guard VCP Policy COMDTINST 1540.10
Where are tuition assistance waivers submitted for final review?
ETQC
Where can a link to the ASVAB AFCT Waiver Request Guide be found?
Course Support and Testing on ETQC website
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.
36 months
The GI Bill Comparison Tool offers information based on which of the following GI Bill benefits?
Post 9/11, Montgomery, Select Reserve, Veteran Readinessand Employment, Dependant Educational Assistance
Veterans in their second 6 months of OJT & Apprenticeship Training programs may use their GI Bill benefits to receive _____ of the applicable Monthly Housing Stipend.
80%
In which of the following cases is Tuition Assistance authorized for?
Annual cap of $4500 per AD/Reserve member, not to exceed 18.0 semester hour, or 270.0 Quarterly hour, 0.0 clock hours
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
B: Gain acceptance to the Educational institution and the specific degree program
C: Complete necessary pre-reqs
D: Act as a CG Liason
E: Liason with edecational institutions military advocate
F: Monitor and Comply with Fiscal Requirement
G: Carry a full credit hour load year round
H: Maintain academic proficiency
I: Complete program study requirements within time slots
J: Maintain 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?
1: Treat all firearms as if they are loaded
2: Always maintain proper muzzle control
3: Keep finger off the trigger until ready to shoot
4: Know your target is what is beyond it
Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-3?
By the Commanding Officer
Enlistments, Evaluations, and Advancements COMDTINST M1000.2 (series)
Which of the following is a requirement to advance to E-4?
A minimum of 6 months time in service
Enlistments, Evaluations, and Advancements COMDTINST M1000.2 (series)
The _____ and ASVAB tests are different version of the same battery of tests.
AFCT or Armed Forces Classification Test
Performance, Training, and Education Manual M1500.10 (series)
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
Enlistments, Evaluations, and Advancements COMDTINST M1000.2 (series)
Which of the following ratings have no direct path of advancement from E-3 to E-4?
IV (Investigator) and DV (Diver)
Enlistments, Evaluations, and Advancements COMDTINST M1000.2 (series)
Where is the list of ratings open to striking found?
ALCOAST Mesaaging system
Enlistments, Evaluations, and Advancements COMDTINST M1000.2 (series)
Where are “A” school rating requirements listed?
ALCOAST message system by the Rating training Advisory Council
Which stress management term is defined as “bad” stress?
Negative Stress and associated with a loss of control
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
“Good” stress is related to which stress management term?
Positive stress and associated with a sense of control
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
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
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
What are stressors?
Whatever causes Stress
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
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 persons personal stress load
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
Stress is defined within the Coast Guard Stress Management Program as:
The non-specific response of the body to any demands placed upon it after you encounter a stressor
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
The services provided by the _____ are available for professional assistance with Stress Management.
Employee Assistance Program Coordinator (EAPC)
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
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
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
How can you contact the Employee Assistance Program?
1-855-CGSUPRT (247-8778) or www.CGSUPRT.com
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
Who is eligible for the Office of Work-Life Stress Management Program?
Active Duty, Reserve, Spouse and Civilian employees of the Coast Guard
Office of Work Life Programs: Stress Management Program Webpage
Identify a signal of distress which is an expected stress reaction associated with critical incidents.
Emotional, Cognitive, Behavioral Physiological and Spiritiual Responses
CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS MANAGEMENT (CISM) COMDINST 1754.3.9 (series)
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) offers which as an example of a way to manage stress?
Keep a Journal, Eat Healthy, Get Regular Sleep, Relaxation exercises, avoiding excess caffeine, indentifying and challenging negative thoughts, reaching out to friends and family.
Which of the following is an intention of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program?
to provide training, education, treatment and administrative processing resources in support of Coast Guard’s policy governing substance use, abuse and chemical dependency.
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
The National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) low-risk guidelines suggest that “zero” drinks is the low risk option when _____.
when one is driving, using machinery, cleaning a weapon, pregnant, or on certain medications
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
Key behaviors for low-risk alcohol use include what model?
Zero, One, Two, Three model
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
Where can you find additional clarification on low-risk drinking guidelines?
CG-111 or rethinkingdrinking.gov
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
Which of the following is an intention of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program?
Prevention education. An evidence based alcohol program for members who show signs of misuse
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
What is one responsibility of a Command Drug and Alcohol Representative (CDAR)?
The CDAR will facilitate placing members into treatment and will ensure that all documentation required by the facility is complete.
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
What is Substance Abuse Prime for Life training used for?
Prevention education. An evidence based alcohol program for members who show signs of misuse
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
One intention of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program is to _____.
The CG SAP Program strategy is to reduce the negative consequences related to substance use.
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
What is the definition of substance abuse?
Abusing Substances such as drugs or alcohol.
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
What is considered substance abuse?
When you are taking drugs and alcohol in excess
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Manual COMDTINST M6320.5 (series)
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), as an individual’s BAC increases, the risk of _____ increases.
Harm
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) - Alcohols effects on Health/Understanding Alcohols Impact on Health
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.
Alcohol associated
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) - Alcohols effects on Health/Understanding Alcohols Impact on Health
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.
178000
Being able to “hold your liquor” or having a high tolerance for alcohol is _____.
A concern
What is considered binge drinking for men?
5 or more drinks in two hours
What is considered binge drinking for women?
4 or more drinks in two hours
Binge drinking is a pattern of drinking that brings BAC to what percent or higher?
0.08%
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 woken up, puking while asleep, has cold clammy or pale skin, breathing is slow and irregular
Youth who drink alcohol are more likely to experience _____.
-School problems-
-Social problems
-Legal problems
-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
-Memory problems.
-Misuse of other substances.
-Changes in brain development that may have life-long effects.
-Alcohol poisoning.
Which of the following is a reason women face higher risks of drinking alcohol?
Pound for pound women have less water in their bodies than men
What is a standard drink for 80 proof hard liquor?
1.5 oz
How many grams of pure alcohol is in a “standard” drink?
14 grams
How many fluid ounces of table wine are in a standard drink?
5 oz
How many fluid ounces of beer are in a standard drink?
12 oz
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.
AUD or Alcohol use Disorder
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?
Requesting through CDAR, Chaplain, Command, SAPS, or health care provider
Which statement reflects Coast Guard policy on tobacco use and abuse?
CG discourages all forms and use of tobacco to protect people and environment.
Which example would constitute unauthorized use of a prescription drug?
No current prescription within 6 months or verified medical use that would account for popping on the urinalysis
Which of the following is considered prohibited substance abuse?
Controlled or Synthetic substances
Which of the following constitutes a drug incident?
1: Intentional use of druugs for non-medical purposes
2: Wrongful possesion of drugs
3: Traffiking of drugs
4: Intentional use of inhalants
5: A civil or military conviction for wrongful use, possesion
Urinalysis is the procedure employed to obtain urine samples under controlled conditions, maintaining a chain of custody on each sample, and_____.
Scientifically analyzing the samples to detect the presence of drugs
Which of the following would be the consequence of a drug incident?
Separation
Which term is defined as self-inflicted death with evidence, either explicit or implicit, or intent to die?
Suicide
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
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
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
For reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, self-harm with no injury is reported as _____.
Self Harm level 1
For reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, self-harm with injury is reported as _____.
Self Harm level 2
For reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, self-harm resulting in death is reported as _____.
Self Harm level 3
For reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, suicide attempt resulting in injury is reported as _____.
Suicide attempt level 2
For reporting purposes within the Suicide Prevention Program, suicide attempt resulting in no injury is reported as _____.
Suicide attempt level 1
What term is defined as any self-reported thoughts of engaging in suicide-related behaviors?
Suicide related ideations
What would be the cause to report a Self-Harm Level 3 in the Suicide Prevention Program?
Death
What term is defined as a self-inflicted potentially injurious behavior where intent is unknown?
Undetermined Suicide Related Behavior
Dismissing _____ as “manipulation” is one of the surest ways to increase suicide risk.
Suicidal Ideations
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
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 communication
What type of suicide-related communication is a proposed method of carrying out a design that can potentially result in suicide-related behavior?
Suicide Plan
What type of suicide-related communication is a systematic formulation of a program of action that will potentially lead to suicide-related behaviors?
Suicide Plan
Which of the following is part of the mnemonic for recognizing warning signs and circumstances associated with suicidal behavior?
Ideation, substance abuse, purposelessness, anxiety, feeling trapped, hopelessness, withdrawal, anger, recklessness, mood changes
Suicide Prevention Program COMDTINST 1734.1 (series)
_____ is not an easy thing to do, but it is essential for suicide prevention.
Asking
What may be helpful to lead into the question “Are you thinking about killing yourself?”
To consider how the conversation will go in your mind and role play to consider all the possibilities, help ease you into the ocnversation
What mnemonic is used as an aid for what to do when you suspect someone is thinking of suicide?
A.C.E. Ask Care Escort
During which step of suicide prevention may the at-risk member attempt to make a joke or attempt to deflect the direct question?
Ask
During the _____ step of suicide prevention you should actively listen.
Care
During which step of suicide prevention should you remove or take possession of any means that could be used for self-injury?
Care
During which step of suicide prevention is it important to not promise confidentiality?
Care
In which step of suicide prevention is active listening likely to produce relief?
Ask
During which step of suicide prevention should you encourage the person to seek help?
Care
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
During which step in suicide prevention will you adopt an attitude that you are going to help the person, and that this will save his or her life?
Escort
During which step of suicide prevention should you escort the person to the nearest emergency room, HCP, or mental healthcare professional?
Escort
If you ask a person “Are you thinking about killing yourself?” and they make a joke of the question, what should you do?
Ask Again
If a person tacitly indicates he/she has had thoughts of suicide, what information should you get on how bad the situation is?
How? Situation? History?
Who can you contact to acquire contact information for specific sources of help for suicide prevention?
Regional Work Life Office
Which personnel are required to develop Personal Fitness Plans?
All AD and Select Reserve must submit a CG-6049
Who do your submit your completed Personal Fitness Plan to?
Supervisors in April and October
When must your completed Personal Fitness Plan be submitted?
Supervisors in April and October
The most current Personal Fitness Plan must be kept on file or electronically saved by _____.
The member or supervisor
Physical fitness guidelines for general health as set forth by the CDC include what amount of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week?
Muscle strengthening activities on two or more days a week that work all major muscle groups
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?
2 days per week
All active duty members must engage in fitness activity as outlined in their Personal Fitness Plan a minimum of _____ per week.
Engage in a fitness activity as outlined in their PFP, minimum 180 mins a week
It is strongly recommended that the Personal Fitness Plan include _____ minutes per week of cardiorespiratory activity.
150 mins/ week
It is strongly recommended that the Personal Fitness Plan include _____ minutes per week of strength training.
60 mins
Because the effects of physical activity are cumulative, exercise sessions may vary in length, with a minimum of _____ minutes, in order to be beneficial.
10 mins
Coast guard health promotion manual COMDTINST M6200.1
In general, physical activity sessions should be spread out over at least how many days per week?
3 days/week
Physical activity should produce a training effect, as measured by a _____ level of intensity.
Medium to vigorous level
According to the CDC, adults should perform 150 minutes per week of aerobic activity at what level of intensity?
Medium intensity
What is the form number for the Personal Fitness Plan?
CG-6049
Coast Guard operations are inherently complex, dynamic, dangerous, and by nature, involve _____.
Some level of risk
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
What is a critical human factor that will increase the potential for error-induced mishaps if not managed?
mission analysis, leadership, adaptability and flexibility, situational awareness, decision making, communication, and assertiveness
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
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 _____.
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?
using GAR 2.0 to consider PEACE and STAAR elements.
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
When is Risk Management (RM) most effective?
RM is 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?
The five-steps of RM are described in “Risk Management Fundamentals”
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?
Units are encouraged to use the Risk Assessment Matrix (RAM)
What is a function of physiological and psychological factors that support the ability of crewmembers to perform safely and effectively?
Crew endurance is a function of physiological and psychological factors
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
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?
The GAR 2.0
_____ is defined as the possibility of loss or injury due to exposure to a hazard.
RISK
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
_____ is defined as a process to identify, assess, control, mitigate and manage hazards associated with an operation or activity.
RISK
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
How many actions are there in the Assess Hazards step in the Risk Management (RM) process?
The Coast Guard has adopted a 5-step RM process that consists of 1) Identifying Hazards, 2) Assessing Hazards, 3) Developing Controls and Making Decisions, 4) Implementing Controls, and 5) Supervising and Evaluating Controls
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
Which is an action taken during the first step in the Risk Management (RM) process?
Identifying Hazards
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
What are captured in GAR 2.0 to make warranted risk decisions?
The PEACE/STAAR analyses are captured in GAR 2.0
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
What model is used to identify those elements considered essential to the safe and effective execution of an operation or activity?
PEACE MODEL
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
What deliberate risk assessment should units perform at the start of each day or watch?
GAR 2.0
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
At a minimum, units must include all elements of which model in their GAR 2.0?
PEACE MODEL
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
What model outlines potential strategies to mitigate and/or control risk?
GAR 2.0
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
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/STAAR analyses
RISK MANAGEMENT (RM), COMDTINST 3500.3A
Which models can also be applied to activities outside the workplace that are often spontaneous and dynamic?
PEACE/STAAR analysis
What shall all units use to conduct a real-time risk assessment prior to engaging in operations or activities that expose personnel to hazards?
GAR 2.0
Who determines whether a particular use of a government motor vehicle is for official purposes?
unit commander, commanding officer, or officer-in-charge.
When are CG owned motor vehicles authorized to transport spouses and dependents?
Motor vehicles are authorized to transport an employee, spouse and dependents 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. No additional cost must be incurred by the Government and there must be free space available that is not needed for official purposes.
MOTOR VEHICLE MANUAL, COMDTINST M11240.9D
Which of the following would be an authorized use of a CG owned motor vehicle?
OFFICIAL PURPOSES, CEREMONIES, NON-CG EMPLOYEES IN OFFICIAL CAPACITY, SPOUSE AND DEPENDANTS WITH MEMBER, MILITARTY RECRUITS, OFFICIAL TRAVEL
Transportation of a member’s dependent would be authorized in a CG owned motor vehicle in which case?
Motor vehicles are authorized to transport an employee, spouse and dependents 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. No additional cost must be incurred by the Government and there must be free space available that is not needed for official purposes
Only Government employees that possess a _____ state, territorial, or District of Columbia driver license are permitted to operate a motor vehicle.
current and unrestricted
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
MOTOR VEHICLE MANUAL, COMDTINST M11240.9D
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
MOTOR VEHICLE MANUAL, COMDTINST M11240.9D
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 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
1740.8
The definition of which term includes prudent day-to-day management of personal finances?
Personal financial readiness
1740.8
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 counselling
1740.8
The Personal Financial Management Program (PFMP) consists of how many elements?
7
Which of the following is an element of the Personal Financial Management Program (PFMP)?
Education and training
Counselling
Information and referral
Command financial specialist program
Outreach
Collaboration and coordination
Cg suprt personal financial wellness program
Commands with at least _____ personnel assigned, must have a trained Command Financial Specialist (CFS).
25
What is the early withdraw penalty tax for the Thrift Saving Plan?
10% if under 59.5
1740.8
The compliance tab in CGBI is broken down into _____ categories, based on level of compliance.
3
What will you need to do if your preferred email address is not listed as an option when signing up for email notifications in CGBI?
update your contact info in DA to include your preferred email
If your personal readiness data in CGBI need corrections, select the _____ icon in the top-right corner of the “Skills” Tab.
get more information
What is a purpose of the EES?
A.To set standards by which to evaluate the performance and behavior of all enlisted members.
b. To inform enlisted members of the performance standards they will be measured against.
c. To provide a means by which enlisted members can receive feedback on how well they are measuring up to the standards.
d. To capture a valid, reliable assessment of enlisted members’ performance so the Coast Guard may advance and assign members with a high degree of confidence.
e. To provide the Coast Guard with a tool to support a wide variety of human resource decisions including discharges, reenlistments, conduct determination, advancement eligibility, assignments and reductions in rate.
f. To provide members’ of boards and panels with the necessary information to make selections and decisions based on enlisted members observed performance and potential
Which of the functions is the evaluee’s responsibility within the EES?
Familiarization, performance, evaluation input, acknowledgement, verification
The _____ comprised of designated members who execute the enlisted evaluation report process for enlisted members.
Rating chain
Which of the following is a factor type of performance within the EES?
Military- Measures ability to bring credit to CG Performance- measures willingness to acquire and use knowledge Professional Qualities- measures qualities the CG Values in it’s people Leadership- measures ability to direct, guide, develop, influence and support others
Enlistment Eval Manual M1000.2C
A new period of eligibility for the Good Conduct award begins _____.
The day after the effective date of the EER in which an UNSAT conduct mark was awarded. If confinement is imposed by NJP or CM, eligibility starts on the day of release regardless if on probation. IF no confinement is included in sentence, starts the day following conviction or awarding of NJP.
The recommendation for advancement portion on the evaluation report _____.
… may not be appealed to an appeal authority. page 4-25
Enlistment Eval Manual M1000.2C
Who is normally the appeal authority for an EER?
Written Appeal. If this meeting does not lead to an agreement between the approving official and the member, the member can appeal in writing and submit the appeal to the appeal authority indicated in the Enlisted Evaluation System Procedures Manual, PSCINST M1611.2 (series), via the commanding officer. If the member has been reassigned, they must submit the appeal to the appeal authority for the former command, via the commanding officer of that command.
What is the definition given in the Recruit Training Master Pamphlet for effective communication?
An effective communicator is successful in establishing an active two-way link with another individual or group.
What are the common barriers to effective communication?
Physical / Distance * Ambient Noise * Distracting Movement * Language (dialect, accent) Perceptual Barriers * Past experience - can lead to assuming intentions or behaviors of individuals. * Stereotypes - making large sweeping generalizations with different groups of people. * Emotional blocking - fear or worry can cloud the thought process. * Social status - people treat each other based on economic conditions
How can you overcome the common barriers to effective communication?
Practice active listening to overcome barriers to communication. * Suspend judgment by practicing nonjudgmental listening. * Resist distractions; focus on the person. Make eye contact. * Wait before responding. Listen with an open mind before responding. * Make nonjudgmental comments. Ask open-ended questions. * Observe body language and voice tone. Overcoming Barriers Deterrents * Avoid assumptions; listen to the whole story. * Eliminate external and internal distractions. * Avoid push-button issues that you know have the potential to make the listener upset. * Avoid daydreaming. * Do not prepare your response while someone is talking.
What is a means to test understanding of a message for effective communication?
Parroting - repeat back the same words you heard.
* Paraphrasing - the idea in words you can understand. This allows the sender to confirm the idea they sent.
* Clarifying - ask open-ended questions
What is one type of listening for effective communication?
- Inactive - This is the kind of listening you want to avoid. It is inefficient and unproductive. “In one ear and out the other.”
- Selective - This kind of listening is probably the most common. It’s when you hear what you want to hear.
- Active - Listening is a conscious effort to listen for the complete message.
- Reflective - Listening to the whole message and reflecting back on what was said. Reflective is used to clarify what is being said.
What is a reason for feedback in effective communication?
- Achieve personal growth. * Receiver gains insight into something they may not have observed about themselves. * Feedback creates an open environment * It helps you prepare for the future by not dwelling on the past.
For effective communication, what is a basic rule to follow for giving feedback?
- Be specific and to the point. Express exactly what happened. * Focus on behavior of the person and not on the person. * Direct feedback toward changeable behavior only. * Feedback must be solicited. When someone asks for help, that person is open to feedback. * Feedback must be timely. Do not wait to give it. * Check for understanding. Use active listening skills
For effective communication, what is a basic rule to follow for receiving feedback?
- Try to be open minded and receptive. Don’t be defensive. * Ask for relevant examples that they have seen. * Summarize to ensure understanding of the feedback. * Say “Thank you.” Remember, feedback is a gift and you should treat it that way
What is the Coast Guard’s definition of leadership?
A leader is one who influences and inspires others toward a goal.
The Coast Guard Leadership Development Framework consists of _____ categories of leadership competencies.
5 Categories; leading self, leading others and teams, leading performance and change, leading programs and coalitions, leading the cg
28 Competencies
How do you access and view your pay slip?
Direct Access Global Payroll > View my Payslips (AD/RSV) > select Payment Date
What dependent information in the pay slip is important for eligibility to receive benefits?
Marital Status
Which block of the pay slip contains a member’s basic pay?
Earnings
What information can be found in the tax data section of they pay slip?
FICA-MEDICARE, FICA-OASDI, FITW
With a Current column and YTD
In which section of your pay slip can you validate whether or not you are receiving the correct pay and/or allowances?
EARNINGS
Which information can be found in the bottom section of the pay slip?
REMARKS:
TSP ELECTION, LEAVE CHARGED, YTD ROTH CONTRIBUTIONS
What information is found in the Net Pay Distribution block of the pay slip?
BANK ACCOUNT INFORMATION
Which section of the pay slip will show information unique to each member?
NAME, ADDRESS, EMPLID AND RANK INFO, MEMBER AND DEPENDENTS DOB’S, All of these at the top of the Payslip
Onboard ship salutes shall be dispensed with after the first daily meeting with what exception?
CO of the ship or officers senior to the CO, to visiting officers, officers making inspections, officers when addressing someone.
You must render salutes to which of the following?
All officers of the armed forces, NOAA, Public Health Service, and foreign armed services. Also national ensign
If in a motor vehicle during the National Anthem and conditions permit, the senior person should _____.
Stop vehicle, remain seated at attention
If in a motor vehicle during the National Anthem, the driver shall _____.
Stop vehicle, remain seated at attention
When are salutes rendered by persons in motor vehicles?
By passengers. Never by driver
When in uniform at a parade, if the flag passes you, you shall _____.
salute
When in civilian attire at a parade, when the flag passes you shall _____.
Stand at attention
The Code of Conduct is an ethical guide for members of the Armed Forces that has _____ articles.
6
All members of the Armed Forces of the United States are expected to measure up to the standards embodied in the Code of Conduct _____.
“..while in combat or in captivity.”
Which of the following would be a prohibited political activity for a member of the Armed Forces?
MAY NOT, Speak before a partisan political gathering, including any gathering that promotes a partisan political party, candidate, or cause.
MAY NOT, Participate in any radio, television, or other program or group discussion as an advocate for or against a partisan political party, candidate, or cause.
Which of the following would be an authorized political activity for a member of the Armed Forces?
Attend partisan and nonpartisan political fundraising activities, meetings, rallies, debates, conventions, or activities as a spectator when not in uniform and when no inference or appearance of official sponsorship, approval, or endorsement can reasonably be drawn.
The National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) consists of how many types of advisories?
Bulletins and Alerts
Which FPCON applies when an increased and more predictable threat of terrorist activity exists?
Bravo
Which FPCON requires the movement of cars and objects at least 25 meters from buildings?
Bravo
Which FPCON applies when a general threat of possible terrorist activity exists but warrants only routine security posture?
Normal
Which FPCON requires that the implemented security measures must be capable of being maintained indefinitely?
Alpha