Super swaggy SWE flashcards
Who sets minimum crew sized for standard boats
Commandant
Who sets minimum boat crew sizes for non standard boats
Area and District Commander
Trailering: Which hitch has greatest towing capacity
Class V
Chains Trailering:
The safety chains on the towing mechanism should be
crisscrossed under the coupler and attached to the tow
vehicle’s frame. When attaching the chain to the vehicles frame
make sure that the open end of the hook goes up and through
the hole, not just down through it, to prevent the hook from
simply bouncing out.
Rust Lines can lower a line’s performance by as much as
40%
At what circumference do you replace a line do to flattening or
elongagtion
5%
P Card Thresholds
$2,500
How many Days Past Due until GTC Suspended
61 Days
0-9 in Army
LT General
0-2 in Marines
1LT
Fix interval when vessel is within 1000 yards of anchorage
When the vessel is within 1000 yards, fixes should be plotted and taken every 30 seconds.
Fix interval for anchoring approach
The fix interval at initial approach should be 2 minutes or less
Whats on Property
Aircraft, Electronic, General Purpose Property, Anything greater than 5,000 in historical cost, ) Less than $5,000 in historical cost, but highly pilferable, Silver, Service, and Silverware), Canines used in support of CG missions (excluding mascots), Foreign gifts, All Boats, Internal-Use Software greater than $2,500 in historical cost, All Vehicles (including trailers), All Vessels, All Sensitive Personal Property, Leased, rented orborrowed property, Heritage Assets
Preferred Turn for MOB Pickup
Williamson
Anderson Turn
An advantage of the Anderson turn is that it is the fastest recovery method.
Williamson Turn
If an individual falls overboard during periods of darkness or restricted visibility, and the exact time of the incident is unknown, a maneuver known as the Williamson turn should be used to search for the person overboard.
Towing What is Tripping:
Tripping is when a boat is pulled sideways by an opposing force. If the towline is out of alignment (not in line) and pulls sideways, the towing boat will heel over, often beyond its ability
to right itself.
Take compass bearings to three separate objects spread
at least 45° apart
Drag Circle
Hawsepipe to pelorous plus scope of chain
Letting Go Circle
Distance between the hawse pipe and the pelorous
Swing Circle
Length of Ship plus scope of chain
Short Stay:
Just short of breaking from the bottom. Straight up and down.
Preferred Bottom for anchoring
Sandy or Muddy
In Brake Method, what does command “let go” mean
Slowly let brake go
Nav Eval will take fixes how often for the first 30 minutes after anchored?
Every 3 minutes
How often will you take fixes in low vis while anchored
Every 3 minutes
How far apart are you distance circle for the first 1000 yards on a chart?
Every 100 yards
After Passing chain stoppers, make anchor ready for …?
Riding, Veering, and Heaving around
Never anchor in depths deeper than
100 Fathoms
Final Approach to anchorage is at least
1200 Yards
Preferred scope of chain
5-7
Unit Training Board Participants
Unit Training Board membership shall, at a minimum, include the executive officer (XO) or executive petty officer (XPO),training officer or training petty officer and/or assistant, all department heads, educational services officer (if assigned), damage control assistant (if assigned) and corpsman (if assigned)
Who grants waivers for search pattern tasks?
District Commander
Two types of mission briefs?
Command Brief and Individual Team Brief
Paper ALMIS logs keep for how long after being entered?
90 days
What is the optimum angle between objects when shooting
LOP’s?
60, 120
What is the reference ship vector designator?
e-r
How long after an ammo transaction do you have to complete an ATR?
24 Hours
PLR’s must be submitted NLT the ___ day of the month?
8th
The breaking strength of nylon line is reduced by X% when it is wet.
15
When can the CSS detach themselves from the tending line?
entangled in debris, embarking a vessel or any unforeseen circumstance
How long is the tending line for CSS
600 Feet of 3/8s poly pro
How many components are there in DHS
16
E-4 in AF?
Senior Airman
E-8 in USMC
Master SGT
09 in USMC
LT Gen
O1 in army
2nd LT
O3 in USAF
Capt
Which 165’ cutter rammed a sub
Campbell
Who can Frock
CG PSC EPM-2
Credited saving 10 lives
Midgett
When must supervisors complete a special EER
On the day NJP is awarded
Formal award recommendations are made on form
CG1650
Length of NSN
13 (NIIN is the last 9 of the NSN)
CG751
Office of Cutter Forces
Navy Create Rank of Chief
1893
First Time Entire Cg was Transferred to the Navy
WWI
Wet Strength Compared to Dry Strength
Manilla, Sisal, and Cotton up to 120%, Nylon 85-90%, and Polyester and Polypropylene 100%
Plain Laid
when 3,4 or 6 strands are twisted together, opposite of the strands
Cable Laid
When 3 or 4 plain laid, three stranded ropes are twisted
together
How many Surface Swimmers are deployed for an uncooperative PIW?
2
How long should it take the CSS and their Tender to be manned and ready at word of a man overboard or use of CSS?
3 mins
Line of Positions
An error of 1 degree at 1 mile will result in an error of 100 feet.
The MDE’s are shifted to the pilot house and tested how long before getting u/w?
15 Min
The HH65 has an endurance time of what?
3 hours
Level 1 Inspection
This inspection is the most frequent, simplest, and involves the least amount of disassembly of the equipment
What publication has the info for foreign waters and ports?
Sailing directions
An individual suffering from either air emboli or the bends
should be positioned how
Laid down on their left side head down
When u/w, the national ensign is flown from where?
Gaff
The reference for the order of pennants for full dress is
NTP 13
A sound of 3 blasts when rendering honor denotes what?
Carry on
For ships, close aboard is __________yards?
600 yds, 400 yds for Boats
Previously opened cans of 2 part epoxy stored in a sealed container in ambient conditions will be good for
3-4 years
On memorial day, when no gun salute is possible, the flag is full masted at
1220
The temporal pressure point should not be put under pressure for more than _________ to prevent cutting off blood supply to the brain?
30 sec
What kind of clouds are parallel and look like waves when moving with the wind?
Stratocumulus
Hearing protection (single) is required at what decibel?
85 Db
Anchoring on a bottom that slopes at ___ degrees or more will increase the likelihood of the anchor dragging?
40
Rear Admiral and Vice Admiral Side Boy Count
6 and 8
Sharp clear flashes on the depth sounder indicates what?
Hard Bottom
Level 2 inspection
This inspection is a more in-depth inspection, requiring some disassembly and overhaul. Level 2 inspections include the items required in Level 1 plus additional items.
How do you abbreviate freezing rain in the weather log?
ZR
Loose Cargo inspection Annual and 5-Year
Loose cargo gear shall be visually inspected at least once annually for cracks, corrosion or evidence of stress at least once annually, with a report
Loose cargo gear shall be pull tested to 200% of the WLL of the component at least once every 5 years. A test certificate shall be provided for retested equipment.
A 10% reduction of the original dimensions shall be cause for removal from service
How long before U/W do you energize the radar?
2 hours
True Azimuth Angle
ZN
Azimuth Angle
Z
IALA “B”
New Zealand
Single Unit Square Search
90 Degrees to STBD
Inertia and Moment of Intertia
are two different properties of static forces that cause resistance in towing vessels
Inertia is the tendency for a vessel at rest to stay at rest.
Inertia
Is tendency for a vessel at rest to stay at rest.
The moment of inertia occurs
when a towed vessel resists effort to turn about a vertical axis to change heading
where is the third sub flown
port yardarm outboard
Which flag is not included in international bag of pennants
prep
Which flag may be raised above National Ensign
Jewish Service Pennant, and Church Pennant
Level 3 Inspection
This inspection is the most comprehensive and requires disassembly and overhaul of the hydraulic system. Level 3 inspections include the items required in Levels 1 and 2 plus additional items.
When did USCG Transfer to DHS
March 1st 2003
What is international distress signal in flags
November Chairlie
How much blood can an average person lose prior to going into shock
2 pints
what pub do u use to calculate amplitude
bowditch
changes to international code of signals
international maritime organization
How many hours after missing pyro do u have to report it
4 hours
status of force agreement
an international agreement providing approval for us personnel to enter foreign territory for defense purposes
which clouds indicate fair weather
cumulus
sins routes and waypoints
200 routes with 35 waypoints
tralering crews should rest for 8 hours after traveling how many miles
350
alcohol not within how many hours with sea sick meds
12 hours
What level are Warrant billets for
w4
applicant must submit package for warrant by what date
january 1
how many years active service for warrant package
8
if you are an e-6 you have to place in top ___ of SWE competition
50%
warrant: Cant have and mark lower than a 3 or NJP for at least ___ years immediately prior to jan 1 deadline
3 years
Applicants for bosn or naval engineering must have ___ years of sea time as an e-6
1 year
BM are required to be certified OIC for advancement to
BMCS and BMCM
Flag Golf
requires pilot
Throw Bag handle
for the survivor
Article 31
Miranda Rights
Article 15
NJP
Side Boys for Governor
8
Harbor Charts
Larger than 1:50,000
General Charts
1:150,000-600,000
Sailing Charts
1:600,000 and smaller
Coastal Charts
1:50,000 and 1:150,000
Small Craft Charts
1:40,000 and larger
High laying clouds
continued fair weather
UV Light Resistance
Polyester is Excellent, Nylon, cotton, sisal, and manila are all “good”, polypro and polyeth are “fair”
Song for President Arriving
Admirals March
Gun Salute for Sec of Homeland Sec
19
1966 Bronze Star Recipient from Point Welcome
Patterson
Breaking Strength of Line of Throw Line Bag
500
Initial Testing for Cargo Gear and General Rigging Systems
Cargo gear and general rigging installations shall receive Visual, No-Load, Static, Dynamic and Full Load inspections and tests. An inspection report shall be prepared or provided
A common seamanship practice says that the WLL of a line should be not more than _____ of its BS
1/5th
Breaking Strength Remaining in Line with a Square Knot
54%
Breaking Strength Remaining in Line with a Bowline
63%
Breaking Strength Remaining in Line with a Double Becket Bend
59%
Breaking Strength Remaining in Line with a Clove Hitch
60%
Breaking Strength Remaining in Line with a Eye Splice
90-95%
Boat Forces Command Cadre shall become basic coxswain and then (Aton/Tactical/Pursuit/Heavy WX) Coxswain within how many months
6 months for basic 1 year for everything else
Onboard Cutters the Senior BM basic coxswain and then (Aton/Tactical/Pursuit/Heavy WX)
6 months for basic 1 year for everything else
How far away are buttocks from ankles during situps
18 inches
weight testing for stokes
600 lbs, hoisted 5 times, 3 inches above deck 15 minutes, semi annual
How high do you fill up P6 gas tank
2” from the top
How long is the Type I Nylon Cord Attached to the P6 flashlight
24 inches
How many pieces of retro are affixed to the p-6
12 pieces of 2x3
4 on top 4 on the sides and 4 on the bottom
what size stencil is used for the markings on the p-6 can
3”
How long do you pump freshwater through p-6
5 minutes
stokes litter straps
Gray, Red, then remaining straps head to toe
how long is tending lines for stokes litter
2.5 times length of freeboard
stokes litter maintenance
quarterly and post use
hiv on stokes
6 days and 14 days on postmortem tissue
cleaning stokes litter using disenfectant how long
15 minutes soak
rinse chest pads with
1 part bleach to 10 parts water
retro size on ring buoy
2 inches 4 pieces
how large is loop hand hold on rescue bag
15
anti exposure coverall retro
62 square inches
lbs buoyancy anti exposure coveralls
22 to 45 pounds
neoprene hood must be worn at what temperture
50 degrees or less for water
retro on neoprene hood
no less than 24
Immersion suits are required for each person aboard cutters
required units above and below each 32 degree mark
surf cap required
The surf cap is worn by cutter
surface swimmers during all deployments at night and when the water temperature is below 72 degrees Fahrenheit.
neoprene gloves for css
all deployments where the water temperature is below 72 degrees Fahrenheit
cutter surface swimmer drysuit
for water 50 degrees and below
type III buoyancy
15.5 lbs
6 person life raft is used on
49’ BUSL, 41’ UTB, 52 SPC-HWX, and 55’ ANB
service of life raft
20 years
lbs of buoyancy for life float
240
life ring and rescue bag inspection
semi annual and post use
how often does float light flash
50-70
retro on fml
1 2” piece below swivel pins
size snap hook
3-5/32”
tucks for synthetic line
4-5
tucks for natural line
3
point X
is where you pull the cover out of the core
point T
is where you put the core back into the cover
point z
is where the core came through from T
how big is hook tape attaches to plb
2x2”
when do u replace battery for plb
within 60 days of expiration
how often do you have to re-register plb
biannual
battery life span for plb
5 years
drysuit leak test
15 minutes
form for monthly ammo inventory
R-865
FIRING range form
3029
visibility and duration of pml
1 mile 8 hours
whistle
1000 meters 1100 yards
which cutter captured the fist prize of the war of 1812
cutter jefferson
who did we fight in 1812
england
the lighthouse marcus hannah served at
cape elizabeth light
navy established cpo rate
1894
how many cutters were deployed in quasi war
8
how many prizes were caught in quasi war
18 unaided and another 2 assisted in
cg adopted the navy rating
1719
During the spanish american war which cutter was involved in the battle of manila bay escorted george dewey squadrion
cutter mcculloh
who was the quasi war against
france
when did spain declare war on the US
april 24th 1898
cutter that recaptured nancy and mehibitable
eagle
first time cg transfered to the navy
april 1917 WWI
spanish american peace treaty
DECEMBER 10TH 1898 PARIS
which cutter captured 3 german radiomen and took the norwegian trawler boskoe
cutter northlan
what war was the steam boat used in
mexican american war
when was the CG transfered to the Navy in WWII
Nov 1st 1941
which cutter shot first shots in civil war
harriet lane
e-8 and e-9 pay grades were established when
may 1958
SPAR
semper paratus always ready
make up for general courts martial
military judge and at least 5 members
how many days does member have to appeal njp
5 calendar days
make up for special courts martial
45 days
what on radar reduces rain clutter
FTC
how often are small arms racks inspected
quarterly
temporary whippings are made using
sail twine
OICS do standard boat inspections
monthly
Modified Static Test/Brake Test
A load test conducted on existing equipment where the equipment has been removed for non-structural repairs and is being reinstalled or where the installation is being revalidated or conducted to validate brake system operation. A test weight, typically equivalent to 150% of the WLL, is typically applied by external means and held for not less than 10 minutes,
halyard 4th sub is flown
stbd yardarm inboard
for class c and d mishaps, mishap board is conducted where
unit level
how many years do you need for warrant
8
no gun salute when 4th of july is on sunday soooo
its on monday 0800
Full dress ship with two masts where is biggest national ensign flown
flagstaff
what year were women integrated into active duty
1973
when did petty officers start wearing rate insignia with chevrons pointing down
1886
in what year were all rates open to women
1978
when was homeland security act signed into law
nov 25th 2002
how major headquarters directorates are below the commandant
11
first female OIC ashore
1989 krystine carbajal
year women assigned to isolated billets
1981
Tech Sergent
E-6
Two services merged to join the CG
Revenue Cutter Service and Life Saving
avg person in 50 degree water
2.5 hours
What act made the CG responsible for the security of ports and waterways
The Espionage Act of 1917
ORM
identify mission tasks
Identify hazards
assess risk
identify options
evaluate risk vs gain
execute decision
monitor the situation
Cargo gear and General Rigging Systems Annual Testing
Cargo gear and general rigging systems shall receive Visual, No-Load and Full Load inspections and tests on an annual basis. An inspection report shall be provided A 10% reduction of the original dimensions shall be cause for removal from service.
Cargo Gear and General Rigging 5 Year Inspection
Cargo gear and general rigging systems shall receive Dynamic and Modified Static testing not less than once every 5 years. An inspection report shall be prepared or provided.
the routing symbol of the CG memo describes what
office of person who orginated emmo
precedence line in message contains what info
DTG
how many entries for 3307
33
what type of discharge is used for most recruit separations
uncharacterized
Booms and Frames Level 1
The intent of this inspection is to ascertain the safety of the rigging and other critical equipment parts that could result in injury, loss of life or equipment damage if failure occurs.
Booms and Frames Level 2
The intent is to accomplish the Level 1 inspection above, and concurrently disassembly, inspect and overhaul all major components whose performance or mechanical condition may have deteriorated. Disassembly shall also be carried out to inspect other components whose performance is not affected by normal wear but whose failure could result in damage, injury or loss of life.
Booms and Frames Level 3
Most likely need a contractor,
In addition to Level 1 inspection, and Level 2 inspection and testing, inspect and overhaul the following items, as applicable, based on condition. Disassemble and overhaul all pneumatic components. Disassemble and overhaul all hydraulic components to include pumps, motors, control valves, accumulators, rams, etc.
Training Plans have to be retained for __ Years
2
3 main stages in cg boat crew training program
qualification certifications currency
how to pull up currency report
pull up comptency report
training board plan
at a minumum monthly
XO XPO
monitors training, qualification, and development of OBTTs, appoints team leader for each OBTT
CO OIC
Unit training board, ensures OBTTs are in place
Status Activity types in AOPS
ABC
everything in almis is in zulu except
mission schedule
interim certifications are good for
60 days
recertification reason
pcs new unit, disiplinary action, failure to meet currency requirements
shooting in FY
12 including fam
for currency cycle in tmt what appears red
task not completed for both current and previous cycle
Boat Inspection criteria are in what manual
Naval Engineering Manual
currency maintenance tasks that are current are
green
who assigns training officer as collatoral duty
XO
SELRES training days
12 active duty 48 paids drills
cg-5288
weekly training plan
boat inspection must be submitted by
10 DAYS of being completed
cart grading process
80%/20% basis. drills failed at 79% or lower need to be repeated. highest score is then a 80
BM1s have to request OIC review board within
one year of making bmc
BM1s OIC board
with 2 years in grade may request
with less than two years that have filled xpo position
BMCs or BMCS who lose certfication must
wait 2 years before being elegible for recertification, cannot go to next paygrade without recertification
OIC board cannot have mark less than 4 for
4 years
OIC Board cannot have AI or NJP for at least
4 years
Initial Qualfication Report (AOPS)
Green task has been completed
Black task has been deferred
red task has not been completed or deferred
Magnetic compass cannot have deviation greater than
5
magnetic compass swinging, chose ranges greater than
1/2 mile apart
a minimum of ___ ranges are needed for cardinal points
4
WLL Working Load Limit
max weight to be handled
standing rigging
includes fixed rigging, guys, bomm pendents, and mooring lines
under no circumstances should rope be soaked in ___
JP5, use turbine oil
Full Load Test
100% of WLL
Dynamic Load Test
125% of WLL
Static
A load test conducted on newly installed, structurally repaired (e.g. by welding) or structurally overhauled (e.g. replacement ofmajor structural sections) systems where a test weight equivalent to 200% of WLL is applied as a force by external means and held for not less than 10 minutes,
Loose Gear
should be tested to 200% at least every 5 years
when coating, surface temp should be
50-90 degrees
Surface prep PSI
3000 psi
Paint remover/stripper, do not remove for
10-20 minutes
heat resistant organic finishes
1200 degrees
two principles of paint
solid pigment and liquid vehicle
conventional air spray
40 degree at least, 70 degree optimum
spray gun holding
6-8 inches away from wall, 1-2 inches away from corners
uncorrecting
true variation mag dev compass
light lists provide
more complete info concerning aids to nav that can be shown on charts
coast pilots provide
sailing directions between points, including recommended courses and distances
max degrees between sling and the horizon
30 degrees
shipboard hoisting equipment is tested
annually, level one
most comprehensive test for weight handling is level
3
replace wire rope when
6 broken wires in one rope lay length, 3 broken wires in a strand
restrictive casualty needs written waiver
within 4 hours of verbal
interior painting should not occur
more than once every 3 years
exterior surfaces should not be painted
more than every two years
non skid surfaces should last for
3-6 years
anchors on deck painted
should be spar
15 fathom
first shot detachable link red, first link on either side are white
30 fathom
second shot detachable link white, first 2 links on either side are white
45 fathom
3rd shot blue
last two shots
yellow then red is last
when rope bends more than 10 degrees around bitts
the diameter of the surface should be more than 3 times the diameter of the rope
whats boats dont have boat inspection report
outboards
clean guns
semi and post use
paint storage walls
1.5”
PUH limits
bigger boats 5 % smaller 10%
cg 3022
boat inspection form
thrust bearing swivel box
phosphorus bronze
lugs
whelps
sisal is made from
agave
max lead content
0.06
voc anti fouling paint level
400
bending shackle
connect end link to swivel on anchor shackle
anchoring maintenance
semi annual until 2 shots on deck
FML is lit for
36 hours
if width of free surface affect doubles
stability factor changes by 4
medical kits how close to weapons clearing stations
10 ft
anchors are designed to hold in
70 knot winds, 4 knot current, in 40 fathoms of water
when tallow isnt availble use
saltwater soap
1 gallon of AFFF/5 gallon drum
produces 133 gallons/ 660 gallons last for 1.5 minutes
when hauling in anchor more than ___ do not use more than half speed
60 fathoms
rigging has safety factor
5:1
square knot reduces breaking strength by
46%
feige fittings rated up to
85% of rope
three parts to wire rope
core, strands, wire
standard shot
15 fathoms, 90 feet
displacement is measure in
long tons…2240 lbs equals 1 long ton
z lay
right
s lay
left
what type of message is ATR
P
safe water mark
red spear
parts to paint brush
4
pile tape on boat crew helmet
2x3
haz lockers in workspace
3
small arms
50 cal and below
part of anchor stops uncontrollable free fall
cats paw
pms stokes thats stored inside
quarterly post use
stop painting
2 hours before dew point
large dents and gouges filled after
painting
r-865 parts
type serial quanity
sisal has breaking strength of manilla
80%
gallons max in locker
60 flam 120 combustable
wire rope has lowest resistance to wear and highest fatigue life
plow steel
Time spent at a sheltered anchorage can extend underway hours for crew by
50%
Sleep debt occurs when
6 hours or less sleep
crews who perform missions on multiple boat types should not exceed
6-10 hours
Higher risk sleep deprivation
2300-0500
SERA reports directly to
OIC/CO
mishap with PIW
Fall: A PIW as a result of a fall is an event where an individual enters
the water unexpected or unexplained
Ejection: A PIW as a result of an ejection is a situation where the individual enters the water due to inertial force on a moving
platform
peace of the port
U.S. may choose to refrain from asserting its jurisdiction over foreign flag vessels in its territorial sea and internal waters, leaving control of the matter to the flag State.
Boat Forces Insignia: Basic Insignia consists of pewter -tone waves, crossed boathook and oar, superimposed compass rose
waves (representative of
operations), crossed boathook and oar (representative of boats), and a
superimposed compass rose (representing leadership and direction).
3 types of rusting
ASTM D 610 “Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on
Painted Steel Surfaces” uses the terms, spot rusting, general rusting and pinpoint rusting to characterize rust distribution
Cutter Interim Qualification
The commanding officer or officer-in-charge may authorize interim qualification for all watchstations provided that they have verified that the individual has acquired the necessary knowledge and skills to safely assume the watchstation. Interim qualifications are not to exceed 3 months and should be issued in very limited situations. Examples of situations where interim qualification is authorized are as follows:
a.For a newly commissioned cutter when it is difficult to fully qualify all watchstanders.
b.When there is a shortage of qualified watchstanders and an excessive strain is placed on qualified personnel.
c.When use of individuals temporarily or recently assigned aboard as watchstanders is necessary.
OBTT Members must be
Training team members must be approved, in writing, by the commanding officer.
Drill Scoring when failed drill has occured
Drills/exercises scored with grades of 79% or less shall be repeated. If a drill is failed twice, then the best possible grade achievable is 80%. The final score of a drill is based on the last successful drill, not the average of all attempts. All failed drills will be repeated from the beginning
Training Teams that are on all Cutters
DCTT,
Engineering Training Team (ETT),
Navigation and Seamanship Training Team (NSTT)
High laying Clouds mean for weather?
Good Weather/ Continuing Fair Weather
New Platform Interim
New Platform- Interim certifications are provided when unit receives a new boat “type” on which no one has been previously qualified or certified.
Provisional Interim
Interim certifications are provided when unit has an inability to complete training towards a specific competency either due to a new competency designation at a unit or a unit-wide decertification.
Interim Certification should not last longer than ___
60 days
Temporary Deferment of Tasks should not last longer than
60 days
Command Cadre that are unwilling or unable to attain certification or maintain currency ___
shall normally be relieved for cause. Medical situations should not preclude a member for longer than 12 months.
Boat Record Form
CG-2580
Four general objectives provide direction for the SAR Program
(1) Minimize loss of life, injury, and property loss and damage in the maritime environment; (2) Minimize crew risk during SAR missions;
(3) Optimize use of resources in conducting SAR; and
(4) Maintain a world leadership position in maritime SAR.
SAR Readiness Standard: How long before getting underway
Coast Guard units with a SAR readiness responsibility shall maintain a B-0 (have a suitable SAR resource ready to proceed within 30 minutes of notification of a distress) readiness
Heavy Weather Definition
8 Feet or winds exceeding 30 knots
Surf Definition
Breaking seas exceeding 8 feet
GMDSS: What Frequency for EPIRBs
406 MHz
DSC Frequency
2187.5
Channel 70
156.525
When a small boat/cutter shall acknowledge of DSC Call
Within 5 minutes if a shore station does not acknowledge
UMIB intervals and length of time
For at least one hour at 15 minute intervals
3 phases of sar
Uncertainty, Alert, Distress
PIW Initial Track Spacing
0.1nm/ 200 yrds in both Good Conditions and Poor Conditions
Search Object Less than 15 feet
Good Conditions (wind < 15 kts/ seas < 3 ft): 0.5 NM/1000 yds Poor Conditions (wind > 15kts/ seas > 3 ft) 0.2 NM/ 400 yds
Search Object more than 15 feet
Good Conditions (wind < 15 kts/ seas < 3 ft): 1.0 Poor Conditions (wind > 15kts/ seas > 3 ft): 0.5
Upon Completion of first VS, Second VS is started
with a heading of first leg 30 degrees to the right of the final course of the first pattern
with a heading of first leg 30 degrees to the right of the final course of the first pattern
90 degrees to the left of the first leg of the first SRU
Federal Law requires all vessels __ feet or greater to carry visual distress signals
16 feet
DSC transmits GPS signal on
channel 70
Falling into Ice Water 1 Minute/10 Minute/1 Hour
If you fall into ice cold water you have 1 Minute – 10 Minutes – 1 Hour.”
(a) 1 Minute to get your breathing under control, don’t panic. (b) 10 Minutes of meaningful movement to get out of the water or attain a stable situation.
(c) Up to 1 Hour until you become unconscious from hypothermia, if you don’t panic and struggle unnecessarily. And if you are warming a PFD, it may take another 1 Hour until the heart stops due to hypothermia.
MARB: How long SMC will wait before directing CG asset after issuing MARB
10 minutes
SLDMB will transmit within
30-90 minutes of deployment/activation
How many launch and recoveries are required for cutter boats currencies
semi annual, 8 day and 2 nights
tracer round color
red
dummy round color
copper or orange
annual inspection for ordnance and how many people
3 total, 2 from outside department
what color is waiting for CO approval in TMT
Purple
what color is waiting for member acknowledement in TMT
Red
Member is certified in tmt what color
Blue
Member is not certified in tmt what color
Black
How many access levels are in AOPS
2, Unit, and HQ
What can an auxilliarist not be on a cg small boat
LE and Coxswain
Anchoring: When do you let the anchor free fall
Pay out the anchor to within 15 fathoms of seabed and free-fall the anchor the remaining distance when
anchoring in depths exceeding 15 fathoms.
Condition 1 of ASTM D610 Standard Test Method for Evaluating Rust
GOOD. Little or no corrosion found. No maintenance action required. Equates to rust grade of 9 or 10 in ASTM D610 (0% to 0.03% of surface)
Condition 2 of ASTM D610 Standard Test Method for Evaluating Rust
FAIR. Some corrosion found but no component/system impairment.
Equates to rust grade 6, 7, or 8 in ASTM D610 (>0.03% to 1% of surface).
Condition 3 of ASTM D610 Standard Test Method for Evaluating Rust
Condition 3 – POOR. Significant corrosion and paint system failure found.
Maintenance action is an immediate concern. Delay of maintenance action could result in component/system failure. Equates to rust grade 4 or 5 in ASTM D610 (>1% to 10% of surface)
Condition 4 of ASTM D610 Standard Test Method for Evaluating Rust
Condition 4 – BAD. Extensive corrosion and paint system failure found. Immediate maintenance action required. Equates to rust grade 0, 1, 2 or 3 in ASTM D610 (greater than 10% of surface).
Live Firing Exercise, How far away from land?
12 miles
Level III Small arms certification frequency
Semi Annual
Level II Small arms certification frequency
Annual
Level I Small arms certification frequency
For Basic Courses
Channel 16
156.800
After how many minutes before a unit needs to contact parent unit of a loss comms situation
60 minutes
Wind is How many knots before categorized as a storm
48 knots
PAN-PAN, SECURITE, AND MAYDAY
Broadcast on 2182 kHz
Gale Warning is how many knots of wind
34-47 knots
Which light list is for the gulf
Volume IV
Nautical miles in a degree of latitude
60
When you get a re-enlistment bonus what form does it go on
3307
what does not require a special set of marks
advancement to e-6
Who prepares the OIC Review Board?
OIC Review Board Coordinator.
The Pacific Area Commander and Atlantic District Commanders shall designate, in writing, an OIC Review Board Coordinator. The Board Coordinator has the overall responsibility to conduct the Board and supervises the entire process. The Board Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of establishing the Board including determining timelines, location, obtaining supplies, and coordinating with the Board President in the selection of the Board members.
Roles of the Rating Force Master Chief
*Manage the structure of their rating’s workforce
*Ensure that personnel are prepared and trained to meet current and future missions
*Assume a crucial role in unit staffing *Communicate rating issues within the organization.
Supervisor may withhold the following:
Special liberty
Scheduling of leave for a particular period Exchange of duty
Participation in special command programs
Access to base or ship liberties (movies, clubs, etc.) Base parking
Commissary and exchange privileges
Things to be documented on 3307
Accession
Assignment and Transfer
Advancement and Reduction
Performance and Discipline
Separation
Selective reenlistment bonus
Selective reserve enlistment bonus programs
Mishaps Alpha and Bravo are given boards appointed by the ____
Commandant
Mishaps Charlie and Delta are given boards at the_________
Unit level
How many Coast Guard units report directly to Headquarters
35
EMI can last for how long
2 hours
EMI shall not be used instead of what (2 things)
judicial punishment and non-judicial punishment
Two things you shall avoid in Restricted Visibility
(i) an alteration of course to port for a vessel forward of the beam, other than for a vessel being overtaken;
(ii) an alteration of course towards a vessel abeam or abaft the beam.
Which vessel is exempted from impeding the traffic in a traffic separation scheme
vessels restricted in their ability to maneuver when engaged in an operation for maintenance or in laying/servicing a submarine cable
Inland Narrow Channel: Vessel proceeding downbound with a following current shall:
have the right away over an upbound vessel, shall propose the manner and place of passage, and shall initiate maneuvering signals
Tide and Current Tables
This table gives the predicted times of slack water and the predicted times and speeds of maximum current (flood and ebb) for each day of the year at a number of stations on the Atlantic coast of North America. The times are given in hours and minutes and the speeds in knots.
Tide Tables
This table contains the predicted times and heights of the high and low waters for each day of the year at a number of places which are designated as reference stations. By using tidal differences from Table 2, one can calculate the approximate times and heights of the tide at many other places which are called subordinate stations. Instructions on the use of the tidal differences are found in the explanation of Table 2.
High Water and Low Water
High water is the maximum height reached by each rising tide, and low water is the minimum height reached by each falling tide.
Depth of Water on Nautical Charts
The depth of the water is referred to a low water datum corresponding to that from which the predicted tidal heights are recorded. To find the actual depth of water at any time, the height of the tide should be added to the charted depth.
How much longer is the lunar or tidal day than a solar day
50 minutes
Symbol that looks like @ on a chart is a
eddie
To be able to recertify in the selected competency, all of the tasks listed in the requirements section must be completed on or after the date of the member’s latest decertification or unassignment EXCEPT
the Physical Fitness task, which can be completed during the current or previous cycle
The safest point for most boats to take heavy seas is ____
nearly bow on
How many stiches when you are finishing double braid
3 then turn then 3 more
Dead Weight
Is the difference in between the light displacement and the max loaded displacement of a boat expressed in long tons
What are the two primary forces acting upon a floating vessel that affect stability
Gravity and buoyancy
What is Center of Buoyancy
The center of buoyancy is the center of gravity of displaced water.
Equilibrium is affected by
movement of the center of gravity or center of buoyancy or by some outside forces, such as wind and waves
vessel’s moment
The force that causes a vessel to return to an even keel, or upright position
Side Force
For clockwise prop, stern moves to stbd
Bank Cushion/Bank Suction
Bank Cushion pushes bow out, Bank Suction sucks stern in
When a hull moves forward through the
water, the effective pivot point moves _______
forward. The higher the forward speed, the farther the pivot point moves forward.
Tactical Diameter
the distance over the course of a turn, 180 degrees from starting point
The forward quarter spring, or stern spring (#3) should be used to
“spring out” or move the bow away from the dock. By backing down on a boat’s engine with just the forward quarter spring attached to the dock, the bow will move away from the dock
The after bow spring, or bow spring (#2) should be used to
“spring out” or move the stern away from the dock. The stern will move away with the rudder full toward the dock and the engines ahead. With the rudder turned the other direction or away from the dock, the stern will move towards the dock or “spring in”.
Clearing a fouled anchor
Snub the anchor line around the forward bitt or cleat and advance the boat a few feet. Sometimes even this will not free the anchor, and the operator should run in a wide circle, slowly, to change the angle of pull.
Wait vs Wait out (radio transmission)
I must pause for a few seconds/I must pause longer than a few seconds
Slanted roman lettering on a chart
is used to label all information that is affected by tidal change or current
Vertical Roman Lettering is used to label
all info not affected by tides or currents.
Symbol on chart: ship that is half in water
“wreck that is always partially submerged”
actual nautical mile in feet
6076
How many BASIC approaches are there for recovering a MOB
2, leeward (against wind and current) and windward (with wind and current)
Leeward Approach
is performed with the bow facing into the greatest force of oncoming resistance at the time of pickup
Windward Approach
The windward approach is performed with the wind coming from behind the boat
In severe weather conditions coxswain should use ______
Leeward Approach
In low visibility the coxswain can use one of ____ types of turns to recover PIW
3turns, Anderson, race track and williamson
Head Reach
The Distance that it takes for a boat to stop after putting the throttle into neutral
Fleet Angle
The angle formed between the wire rope and the centerline of the sheave groove or drum groove.
What Approach for towing in Heavy Seas
The towing approach in heavy weather is to set up down-swell of the disabled boat with the bow into the seas. When the crew is ready, the coxswain drives the boat into optimum position (into swells/Wind)
For missions that begin or end between 2300 and 0500, if the boat crew has had Less than a six-hour sleep period
They need at least a six-hour sleep period to control fatigue on subsequent missions
For missions that begin or end between 2300 and 0500, if the boat crew has had More than a six-hour sleep period but less than a seven-hour sleep period
they need at least a two-hour sleep period to control fatigue on subsequent missions
Heavy Weather Coxn Limitations
20 foot seas, 50 knots wind, surf less than 8 feet
Basic Coxn Limitations on 47
10 foot seas 30 knots wind
What happens when to much weight is in the back end of trailer/truck
causes aft axel to fishtail/tires lost traction
What section of the Deviation Table must be filled out completely, before adjusting the compass?
page 2 or vertical induction data
What are the Maximum underway hours for a 47’ MLB in seas greater than 4 ft?
8 hours
How is the date in EAL formatted?
xx/xx/xxxx zulu
What are the minimum number of ranges required to yield deviation values for cardinal headings?
2
BCEB has how many responsibilities
6
How much line should you unlay for a crown knot?
12 inches
What kind of finish is at the end of a line that allows it to run free through a block or deck fitting?
Permanent Whipping
What is used to actively rewarm a hypothermia survivor?
Emergency Blanket
What is the expected time of survival for a PIW in water temperatures of 50-60 F
1 to 6 hours
When using a fog pattern for fighting a Class C fires, the nozzles should be operated at least how far away from the fire source?
4 feet
1/2 mile of visibility is called considered to be what?
restricted visibility
Who can authorize lights and sirens for trailering operations?
oic/co
Stop how far into driving to check the trailer?
20 minutes
What is the acronym for the total weight of the boat, trailer & crew?
Gross Combination Weight (GCW). The weight of the towing vehicle and fully loaded trailer, including passengers and cargo.
How many years can you reapply for OIC after being relieve for cause?
2 years
How many “tucks” for finishing whipping?
3 or more
What OBTT member makes sure the trainees are following procedures?
Team Leader
When would Coxn use Windward Approach?
When the person overboard is in a confined space or a leeward approach is impossible.
What two lines are used when getting underway to kick out the bow?
Forward Quarter Spring and Line 4 (Stern Line)
What hull design is generally used for faster seagoing types of boats?
Deep V/Planning Hull
How many pressure points are there on the body?
11
How many breaths per minute would be a strong indicator of respiratory distress?
less than 16 bpm
Pressure greater on Port Side of Rudder
Will move the bow to port
When a boat is not mission capable due to lack of parts, what acronym is used in ALMIS?
NMCS
Compass heading differ from magnetic heading?
Deviation
Full Dress Ship from what times
full-dress from 0800 until sunset.
Restrictive casualty, how soon do you notify operational commander?
Coxn Shall immediately notify parent unit, who shall notify OPCON
Innocent passage
is the right of non-interference for a vessel transiting inbound, outbound, or through a foreign territorial sea
Transit Passage
Under international law, the right of non-interference for a vessel or aircraft transiting through a foreign territorial sea that comprises an international strait used for navigation between areas of international waters.
How long do you keep smooth and weather logs for
3 years
Color Vision not Required
DC, CS, MST, PA, SK, YN
How many Majors are there at the Academy
8
What is not flammable
fish oil
What should not be used alone to fight a major fire?
CO2, PKP, like CO2, should never be used alone against a major fire for it presents the same hazard of a reflash as CO2.
Trailering: Wheel Bearing Maintenance
greased every 6 months or before long trips
Trailering: Tires and Hubs require
quarterly inspection and maintenance
Minimum number of people needed to trailer
2
in locations where adequate response capabilities can only be provided by trailering a boat, lights and sirens may be authorized by
OPERATIONIAL COMMANDER
When BEADWINDOW is said over the radio
The unit receiving a beadwindow may only respond by answering “Roger, Out.”
Individuals who possess a GTCC and anticipate traveling less than five times a year shall have their credit limit reduced to
$1.00
When would you not use the GTCC and instead use CBA
When PCS travel exceeds 15 days, including leave, proceed time, and TAD
Summary Courts Martial
consists of one member, ranked LCDR or above. Accused member has right to refuse trial by summary courts martial
Coast Guard Public Affairs release policy
maximum disclosure with minimum delay
SAPP
Security Accuracy Propriety and Policy
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs
Physiological, Safety. Love/Belonging, Esteem, Self Actualization
Coast Guard Academy Age limit
18-22
SRDC Commissioning Program Age Limit
21-37
