EPME Flashcards
The standard Coast Guard uniform of the day, regardless of season or location, is?
Service Dress Blue (SDB) or Tropical Blue (TB) uniform.
How many earrings can a woman wear and what size?
one earring per ear and 4-6mm ball studs (approx. 1/8 – ¼)
The tie bar will be approximately how many inches?
3/16 inches wide
Tie racks must be no more than how many inches in diameter?
3/4 inches in diameter
No portion of the bulk of the hair as measured from the scalp will exceed __?__ inches. (Except a bun, that may extend to a maximum of __?__ inches from the scalp and may be no wider than the width of the female’s head).
2 inches bulk / 3 inches with bun
Hair accessories shall not add more than __?__ inches (3 inches max. for bun) of bulk or interfere with the proper wearing of all style Caps.
2 inches
French nails are authorized with a white tip only. The white tip will be no wider
than __?__ inch?
¼ inch
The bulk of hair for men must not be more than __?__ inches from scalp.
1-1/2 inches
Hair will be no longer than __?__ inches and may not touch the ears, collar, extend below eyebrows when headgear is removed, show under the front edge of headgear, or interfere with properly worn military headgear or safety gear.
4 inches
What are the 4 tabs in CGBI?
Enterprise, Unit, Personal, Cubes/Report
When are the SWE Eligibility Dates (SED)?
1 February preceding the May SWE
1 August preceding the November SWE
1 July preceding the Reserve SWE
What/When is Terminal Eligibility Dates (TED)
TED is the date that members will begin to be advanced from the SWE advancement lists following a SWE cycle. TIR and TIS are computed up to this future date for SWE eligibility and also for TIR and TIS points on the SWE. The TED is 1 January of the year following the October and May SWEs, and 1 July of the year following the November SWE.
What is the maximum amount of sea points you can accrue in 1 year?
2 points – 2.333 on a WMLS
What is the maximum amount of surf time points you can accrue in 1 year?
1 point
What is the definition for first-term when it comes to IDPs?
First 4 years of Coast Guard service
Initiate the IDP as part of the individual check in and ensure the supervisor holds the first counseling within how many days?
30 days
Document IDP counseling in the Training Management Tool (TMT). How long is an IDP valid for in TMT?
180 Days
What is the acronym PEACE?
Planning Event Complexity Asset Communications Environment
What is the acronym STAAR?
Spread out Transfer Avoid Accept Reduce
What are 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 is beyond it
A “Clear” firearm is defined as?
- The slide locked to the rear. This means the slide is in the open position so the inside of the chamber is visible.
- No brass or ammunition in the chamber
- No magazine in the magazine well
The Fire Tetrahedron is made up of four elements. What are they?
Heat
Oxygen
Fuel
Chemical Chain Reaction
Explain the four classes of fire
Alpha Fire – Ordinary Combustible Materials
Bravo Fire – Combustible Liquids
Charlie Fire – Energized Electrical Circuits
Delta Fire – Combustible Metals
What are the 3 methods of heat transfer?
- Conduction – Transfer of heat from one object to another through direct physical contact
- Convection – Transfer of heat through the motion of circulation gasses or liquids
- Radiation – Transfer of heat across an intervening space with no material involved
To help remember the actions to take if you discover a fire use the acronym; A.C.E is what?
“A” – Sound the ALARM
“C” – CONTAIN the fire
“E” – EXTINGUISH or ESCAPE the fire
The SCBA used for firefighting last how long with air and the audible alarm goes off when how much air is left?
SCBA will last approximately 45 minutes
The audible alarm goes off at 25% of air remaining
The Coast Guard standard Vari-nozzle is bail operated with an adjustable spray pattern and connected to what size hose?
1-1/2 inc hose
What are the 3 Vari-Nozzle spray patterns?
- 90-degree wide fog – personnel protection, cooling bulkheads
- 30-degree narrow fog – preferred fire fighting position
- Straight stream – breaking apart debris, long distance fire fighting, jettisons Class D fire material overboard.
Define Stress
Stress is the everyday wear and tear on your body as you respond to the people, places, and things in your life.
What are some Physiological Effects of Stress?
- Increased awareness of aches and pains.
- Increased perspiration.
- Fatigue.
- Dry mouth.
- Shortness of breath.
- Butterflies in stomach.
- Loss of sleep.
What are some Psychological Effects of Stress?
- Mood changes.
- Changes in appetite.
- Withdrawal / loud outbursts.
- Learning difficulty / poor concentration.
- Irritability
- Guilt / anger
What is SAFE in the substance abuse prevention program?
Substance Abuse-Free Environment - SAFE is part of the Coast Guard’s substance abuse prevention program. Training on the dangers of substance abuse and ways to detect substance abuse problems of members and their families is essential to the effective pursuit of the goal of a Substance Abuse-Free Coast Guard.
“DUI” (driving under the influence) is when a BAC between?
.02% - .08%
“DWI” (driving while intoxicated) is
when a BAC above?
.08%
If a member is found to have a Substance Abuse Disorder, within the first __?__ days of their enlistment, they will be discharged from the Coast Guard due to a pre-existing medical condition.
180 days
With suicide prevention what is the acronym ACE?
Ask
Care
Escort
What is the purpose contraception?
- The prevention of pregnancy
- Some contraceptives have an added benefit as they may also help prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.
What are some types of Contraception?
- Abstinence
- Birth Control Pills
- Ortho-Evra
- Nuva-Ring
- Depo-Provera
- Intrauterine Devices (IUD)
- Implanon
- Spermicide
- Female Condoms
- Male Condoms
- Plan B
A fitness plan should consist of the five components:
- Cardio-Respiratory Endurance (CRE)
- Muscular Strength (MS)
- Muscular Endurance (ME)
- Flexibility (F)
- Body Composition (BC)
What are the three major nutrients are body needs?
- Carbohydrates
- Protein
- Fats
What are the 5 major food groups?
- Grains
- Vegetables
- Fruits
- Dairy
- Protein Foods
What are mandatory and provide information on proper use, potential hazards, protective measures, protective equipment, and emergency first aid procedures to be followed.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
85 dB or greater continuous sound level (such as in an engine room) requires what hearing protection?
single hearing protection
140 dB or greater peak sound pressure level or greater (such as gunfire) requires what hearing protection?
double hearing protection
Greater than 104 dB continuous sound level requires double hearing protection (such as aircraft) requires what hearing protection?
double hearing protection
What are the 5-Step Risk Management Process?
- Identify Hazards
- Assess Hazards
- Develop Controls and Make Decisions
- Implement Controls
- Supervise and Evaluate
When was The Thrift Savings Plan established?
By Congress in the Federal Employees’ Retirement System Act of 1986
Under the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of (what year?), you are entitled to receive one free credit report from the big three credit bureaus every 12 months without affecting your credit score.
2003
Supporting remarks are required for any recommended mark of?
1, 2, 3, or 7.
How many calendar days must you submit your appeal once you sign your EER?
15 calendar days
When using the Enlisted Evaluation Report Support Form (3788G) how many days prior to the end of the marking period should you submit your bullets?
14 days
What are the 3 modes of communication?
- Symbolic or visual, nonverbal (up to 55 percent of message)
- Vocals (up to 38 percent of message)
- Verbal (up to 7 percent of message)
When is the Coast Guard birthday?
04 August 1790
What five federal agencies and services merge to create the Coast Guard?
Lighthouse Service Revenue Cutter Service Steamboat Inspection Service Life-Saving Service Bureau of Navigation
When and Where was the first lighthouse built?
The first lighthouse was built in 1716, and is known as Boston Light.
When was the Bureau of Navigation created?
In 1884, the Bureau of Navigation was created within the Treasury Department.
What date did the US Coast Guard become official when the Revenue Cutter Service and Life-Saving Service became one service?
28 January 1915
When did the Coast Guard move to the Department of Transportation?
01 April 1967
When did the Coast Guard move to the Department of Homeland Security?
01 March 2003
Who was the first woman in SPAR?
Captain Dorothy C. Stratton
Who was the only Coast Guardsman to receive the Medal of Honor?
Signalman First Class (SM1) Douglas Munro
What Coast Guard cutter was destroyed by a German U-boat?
USCGC TAMPA
Who was the first commandant of the US Coast Guard?
Commodore Ellsworth P. Bertholf
How many battle streamers does the Coast Guard have for parades and ceremonies?
43 battle streamers
What are the 3 fundamental roles of the Coast Guard?
- Maritime Safety
- Maritime Security
- Maritime Stewardship
What is the Auxiliary’s primary mission?
Recreational Boater Safety
What are the four performance factors on your EES?
- Military Factor.
- Performance Factor.
- Professional Qualities Factor.
- Leadership Factor (only E-3’s & above).
What is Sexual Assault?
Sexual Assault is any sexual contact that is against a person’s will or without consent.
What is Sexual Harassment?
Sexual Harassment is any “unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature” when used as a term of employment or a basis of employment decisions, or to create a hostile or offensive working environment.
Sexual Assault, if witnessed by or disclosed to a Coast Guard member other than disclosure to those designated to receive restricted reports, must be reported and handled by?
CGIS
What are the two reporting options when you become a sexual assault victim?
Restricted Report & Unrestricted Report
What flag is used when transferring hazardous cargo that is highly flammable or extremely dangerous?
Bravo Flag
What flag is flown when someone goes overboard?
Oscar Flag
What flag is flown to recall all personnel immediately back to the ship?
Papa Flag
What pennant is flown to identify the most senior commissioned officer in a group of military vessels?
SOPA (Senior Officer Present Afloat) pennant - is also the “STARBOARD” pennant
What pennant is to show when there are five minutes to the start of either the morning or evening colors ceremony.
PREP pennant
What pennant is to inform anyone who can see the pennant that the Commanding Officer of that vessel is absent.
THIRD SUB Pennant
How thick is the Belt worn with Full Dress Blues?
1 ¼ inches
What is the standard knot for ties?
Four-in-hand. Double Windsor. Not to exceed 3 inches in width
How many steps are there in the risk management process?
5
In step 2, Assess Hazards, what 3 things are you evaluating?
Probability, severity, exposure. (or SPE)
All non-rate active duty members are required to serve___months at their first permeant duty station prior to applying for A school.
04 months(can be waived)
Fire extinguishers are present and visually inspected how frequently?
monthly
How often is the emergency action plan reviewed?
annually
