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National 2017 Surface Operations Workshop Sector MD-NCR 1

Policy Review Welcome National & Sector Maryland-NCR Enhance Safety JmcC1 NOT a replacement for TCT Must Sign in For Credit 2 2

Slide 2 JmcC1 Owner, 8/19/2016

MANDATORY Ops workshop is required for all Boat Crew Reported on the 7039 Workshop form Deadline: 01 June If not complete, member goes into REWK IS deadline 30 June If not complete by 31 December, REYR 3 Push deadline as 1 June really 30 June Boat crew includes all crew, coxswains and PWOs The 01 June date comes from the OPM manual [Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual 2.B.7 ] specifically: B.7. Operations Workshops Operations workshops may be mandated on an annual basis by Commandant (G- OCX) or by the Director. When operations workshops are mandated, the requirements apply to all personnel participating in surface operations and programs requiring them to be aboard surface facilities. Auxiliarists must complete such workshops prior to June 1 of the year in question in order to participate in operational missions. workshop attendance credit remains valid through May 31 of the year following. 3

OPS Workshop Facilitator Can be given on Division or Flotilla Level MUST be currently qualified Instructor MUST be experienced Coxswain SHOULD be a QE Report on 7039 for credit 4 4

Ground Rules This Workshop should be Interactive, NOT all lecture Ask questions Answer questions Share experiences (Not Sea Story) Share Insights Participate Participate Participate 5 5

PPE COST 6

RESCUE & SURVIVAL SYSTEMS MANUAL COMDTINST M10470.10F 2017 Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 7 All directions on checking PPE are in the RS & S manual including record keeping all Flotillas and Division must have an RS &S officer 7

Policy: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) R&SS manual ALCOAST 231/15 DIRAUX/SECTOR issue regional guidance PFDs can no longer be shared PPE inspection-biannual requirement PLBs-Monthly testing only Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPCs) Posted on Response website 8 Remind members of testing PLB in the first 5 minutes of any hour monthly but NOT more frequently that once per month Inspections must be done by Auxiliary members who have been trained to do so. If you need PPE inspectors speak to your SO/DSO-MT_OPs or your OTO in the Directors office. When the PFD is issued to you, you are responsible for it and should not loan it out. The Ready Locker concept has been in place for a while so that in cases where trainees, or others need a PFD, or a PFD is damaged & a temporary replacement is needed, the Unit can provide it for temporary use from the ready Locker. Detailed instructions for PPE inspectors are in the Maintenance Procedures Cards posted in the members only section of the web site. These cards are updated regularly so be sure inspectors are using the most current version. 8

PPE (Continued) R&SS Officer Flotilla and Division normally OPs FC recommended, OIA designated staff officer to manage PPE issuance, training, maintenance Inflatable PFDs ONLY PFDs listed in R&SS Manual are authorized They are the MD3183 v22 and MD 0450 v22 PLBs All Coxswain, Crew and those in Training issued one ONLY test on monthly basis. Doing otherwise will harm the PLB battery 9 9

Authorized Inflatables Mustang Survival MD-3183 v22 with survival equipment pocket Mustang Survival MD-0450 v22 MD3031 Not authorized Manual inflatables not permitted Note: RSS manual shows wrong photo. Operational Safety Workshop SECTOR MARYLAND-NCR - 2017 10 10

Coxswain PFD Check Must be done prior to getting underway! Must be GREEN Must be IN DATE Note date is good to 12/31/xxxx Modified for Sector Maryland-NCR If either item fails then PFD must be changed or fixed prior to patrol!!! 11

PFDs required for all crew PPE Reminders PPE must be stowed either in SAR vest, or in pockets of PFD or pouch PPE must be secured with 36 + lanyard with bowline and overhand knot Compliance date was : 01 June 2016 12 Not all crew will have SAR vests & it is permitted to use the PFD as long as all PPE is properly attached. If you have been issues a SAR vest you MUST wear it with PPE properly attached 12

PPE Survival Vest Carriage 13 13

MD-3183 V22 PPE POUCH OPERATION WORKSHOP Sector Maryland -NCR 14 14

PPE Reminders Auxiliary PPE is for Auxiliary use only DO NOT wear Coast Guard PPE unless its also marked Auxiliary (flag) Use only inflatable PFDs that are listed in the R&SS Manual MD-3183 V22 or MD-0450 V22 only NO MANUAL INFLATION PFDs 3031 15 PFDs with Coast Guard Auxiliary name on the back must NOT be worn on private vessels/facilities when you are not in uniform and under orders PFDs with Coast Guard on the back must NEVER be worn even if you are under orders. 15

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) PPE inspection-biannual Requirement Reports to OTO twice a year for all members by SO-OP, in April and August. Documentation on Equipment Maintenance Reports Member is required to keep a record of each time the PPE is inspected. This is for any Audits by the CG. It is the members responsibility to have this record, not the Flotilla or Division. Inspection interval is noted on the MPC for the item. All operations shall use the Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPCs) They are posted on CGA Response website FSO-OP should review the Equipment Maintenance Records (EMR s) twice a year Sector Maryland-NCR 16 Remind members of testing PLB in the first 5 minutes of any hour monthly but NOT more frequently that once per month Inspections must be done by auxiliary members who have been trained to do so. If you need PPE inspectors speak to your SO/ADSO/DSO-OP or your OTO in the Directors office Detailed instructions for PPE inspectors are in the Maintenance Procedures Cards posted in the members only section of the web site. These cards are updated regularly so be sure inspectors are using the most current version. Inspections list shall be provided to the OTO twice a year by the SO-OP. Inflatable PFDs must be inflated manually twice a year and recorded. Documentation Records are being worked by the ADSO with the OTO at this time. A single record sheet is being developed. But at this time you should be using the sheets as noted on the MPC cards. 16

PPE MAINTENANCE RECORD 2017 OPS Workshop Sector Maryland-NCR 17 17

NavRules Latest Nav Rules revision: August 2014 Required for all surface facilities Hard copies are available commercially and thru GPO Can be an electronic version but must be accessible in less than two minutes Light list and Tide tables may also be an electronic version (Per the OTO) 18 18

NavRules (continued) Download link on Response website: DIRAUX/OTO/OIA may have (Sta.NavStandards) Periodically updated, stay alert for changes from Stations check AUC 19 19

Training and Safety Keys to Achieving Safety Train to proficiency (Sta. Nav. Standards) Know all standard Procedures TCT Crew qualifications (OSC Nav., SC &E) Don t just be a member of the 12 Hour Club Always strive to exceed minimum U/W hours 20 Train to proficiency, not just to meet minimum qualifications Know and follow ALL standard procedures Remind crew about TCT during crew briefing Know your crews qualifications, abilities, and restrictions BEFORE your leave the dock and make crew assignments accordingly All crew must be current on their TCT (from last year or current year). Taking the 4 hour TCT in any year qualifies in place of the 1 Hour but the 1 hour does NOT qualify for the 4 hour requirement. 20

Join the 50 U/W Hour Club As CREW OR COXSWIN 21

MISHAP REPORTING All Operational and MISHAP forms may be downloaded from the D5SR website under Members only Then check Operations Operational Safety Workshop Sector Maryland-NCR - 2017 22

AUXSITREPS,Mishap Reports & OPSUMS OPSUP* provides instructions. On District Website Members only Ops Pg Change in policy Report Not sent to DIRAUX or the OTO Sent to OIA and Aux leadership COL Sent to OPS COL SO-OPs need to adapt OPSUP to their Sector/Division Operational Safety Workshop Sector Maryland-NCR - 2017 23 23

DISTRICT OPSUP Sector Maryland-NCR 24 24

SECTOR MD-NCR Mishap Sector Maryland-NCR 25 25

SECTOR MD-NCR OPS SAFETY PLAN OPS WORKSHOP 2017 Sector Maryland-NCR 26 26

Mishap Reporting The Means to Improved Surface Safety Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual (M16798.3E) requires any individual or unit with first hand knowledge of a mishap to report these incidents, with or without injuries as soon as possible after event No personal identifying information is collected or retained by National staff Operational Safety Workshop Sector Maryland-NCR - 2017 27 27

MISHAP Workshop Operational Safety Workshop Sector Maryland-NCR - 2017 28 28

Mishap Reporting Reporting Mishaps Procedure Notify OIA (Station) soon as possible after the mishap by cell phone Written report of MISHAP and Injuries must be submitted to the OIA and Auxiliary Chain of Leadership within 48 hours Mishap forms and operational information available in District Dropbox, Sector Web pg Operational Safety Workshop Sector Maryland-NCR - 2017 29 29

Mishap Reporting ALL mishaps must be reported to the Order Issuing Authority (OIA) As Soon As Possible after event Do not equal punishment Accidents happen. Reporting them will not always result in punitive action Not reporting a mishap can lead to punitive action 30 30

Mishap Reporting Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual requires any individual or unit with first hand knowledge of a mishap to report these incidents as soon as possible to the Controlling Station All Crew members must report mishaps religiously and without fear of criticism through their COL up to District and OIA. 31 Mishap reporting is not just policy and a good idea, it is MANDATORY The reference to reporting mishaps to the AUX COLM, as well as your OIA is consistent with well established requirements that we must report any occurrence or incident to our AUX leadership, whether it be a surface mishap, as in this case, or any information that our leadership should be aware of as a general good practice 31

C.G. Station Line Standards 32 32

Navigation Standards Every OIA has a set of Nav Standards for their CG Station AOR(s) that contains vital information on the AOR Auxiliary standards version are being developed and will be promulgated to every Coxswain/Owner as they will be a must read for all surface operations boat crew members. 33 Each CG command from small boat station to Sector has navigation standards for their crews- local hazards, problems or issues that must be known to crews. AUX crews should also have that information from the OIA or OTO. 33

Coxswain Responsibilities Obtain orders from OIA-AOM Ensure currency: Of Facility Inspection Of Crew certifications by checking in AOM under each member search info Responsible for ENTIRE crew From pre-mission brief to debrief Ensuring each member knows their role AND is capable of filling that role 34 34

Coxswain Responsibilities Designate primary lookout(s) Should NOT leave the helm station area Exercise DIRECT supervision when facility is being operated by crewmember Coxswain is responsible at all times even if the owner is on board and at the wheel Ensure crew follows fatigue standards in Aux Ops Policy Manual 35 Crew fatigue is critical to the GAR score and cause to shorten or cancel the patrol entirely. The Cox should endeavor to stay at or near the helm in order to be alert and in good position to respond to issues. Common sense applies when it is advisable for the Cox to change his/her position. 35

Must Use Installed Cut Off Switch If your vessel is equipped with a cut off switch it must be used. 36

Crew Responsibilities Safety is paramount If you see something, say something Use your TCT, your ideas/fears count Ensure you are well rested prior to getting underway 37 37

Mobile Devices Important Reminders Use of Mobile Devices (phones, tablets, etc.) is PROHIBITED without permission from Coxswain If necessary, come to dead stop to use mobile device A proper lookout must be maintained at all times 38 If a facility is manned by a Coxswain and one crew, the facility must come to a full stop before the use of a cell phone or mobile device. 38

GAT1 Important Reminders Forms Use the most current forms SAR Incident Report Current form dated 01 APR 10 Offer For Use Forms 7003 (Vessel Offer For Use) Current form dated 06/11 7008 (PWC Offer for Use) - Current form dated 06/11 39 39

Slide 39 GAT1 I would reference the ALCOAST Number and only put the action line as a bullet - it will be easier to read. Gary Taylor, 9/6/2010

Patrol Reminders Maritime Domain Awareness on all patrols Proper Signage/Flags Same uniform Consistency Well Maintained Properly Fitted Represent the Coast Guard 40 Re-enforce that everything you say and do as well as how you look represents and reflects upon the US Coast Guard and the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Consistency of uniforms means that all crew are dressed in the uniform of the day, no exceptions. Sleeves are rolled up Apr 1 and down Nov 1, same as for the active duty (gold) side. Clearly, common sense may require a change depending on the weather, etc. The spirit here is to avoid free lancing and maintaining military bearing with respect to uniformity of dress. 40

Happen Upon Policy Reminder If you discover a vessel during routine patrol that requests assistance and that vessel has not been in contact with the CG or Commercial Co. Call Station by cell phone You may render assistance including tow if capable Notify the Operational Commander, identity and location of vessel and where you will be towing them If vessel is in danger and you are unable to safely tow, you may endeavor to safely remove persons from the vessel until additional help can arrive on scene 41 41

Notes: Review of Happen Upon Policy Coxswain has ultimate decision on whether or not to assist vessel Based on consultation with crew and GAR assessment, Update GAR to station Inform CG Sta/SMC (SAR Mission Coordinator) of your intentions, not ask for permission to tow The CG SMC may override your decision if warranted by an evaluation of the circumstances or if your facility is needed on a higher priority task 42 If the boater called for help you may also pickup a tow in some instances if a commercial tower is not available in a Reasonable amount of time. From the CG Addendum 4.11 When specific alternate assistance is not requested or available, mariners will be informed that a broadcast can be made to determine if someone in the area can come to their assistance. Coast Guard resources or Auxiliary vessels may also be directed to respond if no alternate responder can do so within a reasonable period of elapsed time. Factors governing the elapse of a reasonable period of time for assistance to arrive on scene are discussed below, but such a period should not normally exceed one hour from first awareness of the case. 42

Assistance to Auxiliary Facilities Coast Guard resources or Auxiliary facilities may be used to help Auxiliary facilities in need of assistance at any time An Auxiliary Facility is defined as an Operational Facility having a current accepted offer of use whether under orders or not It is NOT just any boat owned by an Auxiliary member 43 43

Towing Requires a high degree of awareness Many potential hazards Know limitations of facility, crew and towing components How the vessels are loaded will affect maneuverability Brief your crew and the disabled vessels owner Always plan an escape route in case things go wrong because they will and at the worst possible time 44 Most facilities do not have many opportunities to tow a distressed vessel other than in training an crew/coxswain currency signoffs. Briefing the crew on what will happen and in what sequence is a critical task for the Coxswain BEFORE attempting to connect the tow. 44

Towing (continued) Ensure a knife is always immediately available in case the towline needs to be cut in an emergency Ensure Aux crew has removed all jewelry prior to beginning the towing evolution (this should already have been done at/before the briefing) use tape Ensure you ascertain whether there are any known hazards on the vessel to be towed prior to beginning the towing evolution (e.g. flooding, lines in the water, steering inoperable) and take steps to mitigate the risks imposed by them 45 Sailboats often present special problems for towing make sure you know how to do it safely 45

Safety is Always Priority 1 Remember safety of the crew, the public, and the vessel are more important than the mission PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) All crew have it on your person at all times when underway Check the battery expiration date Keep it registered with NOAA (every 2 years) As of 1 June 2016, all crew, trainees and coxswain on board must have and wear a PLB HAZMAT Remember to steer well clear of ANY HAZMAT situation unless you have a certified HAZMAT responder on your crew 46 Please emphasize that safety is the top priority, and if the environment or other factors increase the risk the GAR must be reviewed to determine what should be done to reduce the risk to an appropriate level. This includes aborting the mission if necessary. 46

Provide SAR Response Do only what you & your facility/crew are capable of - Safety of Crew Always Comes First Operate at safe speed for the sea conditions and local environment Observe all NO WAKE zones 47 47

Responsibilities of Facility Owners Facility properly equipped/maintained Notify the DIRAUX of significant changes Facility Inspection and Offer for Use valid for 1 year plus 45 days. Orders are no longer valid when offer for use expires Authorized operators when owner not onboard must be designated by name and member # on offer for use and entered in AUXDATA 48 48

Offer for Use Forms Electronic notices are sent to the facility owner(s), FC and SO-OP 45 days prior to the end of the one year date of inspection Owner have 90 days from notice to get their facility inspected and turned into their DIRAUX office If not done prior to the 1 year 45 day expiration, AUXDATA automatically removes the facility from operation status Any patrols approved but conducted after that date are not authorized and must not be conducted 49 The last bullet means that even if the orders make it through the system, if the OPFAC inspection is out of date, the patrol cannot proceed. 49

NEW OPFAC Offer for Use When requesting a new first issued Offer For Use Sector MD-NCR will require that a QE check ride be completed before the first patrol and if the owner is not an Coxswain than a Coxswain named on Offer 50 50

New OPFAC Offer Check Ride First send in New Offer When the SO/OP Receives the accepted OFFER from DIRAUX they will contact the owner to set up the check ride. An Appendix G send to the AQEC will be required. The new OPFAC may do training on orders before the check ride. 51

Are you fit for your mission? I M SAFE I = Illness, Do I have an illness or symptoms of illness M = Medication, Am I taking prescription or over-counter drugs S = Stress - Am I under psychological pressure from the job? Worried about financial matters, health problems or family discord? A = Alcohol, Have I been drinking within eight hours? Within 24 hours? F = Fatigue, Am I tired and not adequately rested? E = Eating, Am I adequately nourished? 52 This is essentially part of the GAR form process, and also consistent with TCT principles. 52

GAR SCORE If you do not think it is safe to get underway, do not feel pressured that you have to. 53

Operational Risk Management GAR Model Green Amber Red Any single item 5 or above should raise a concern even if the total score is in the Green There should be NO zero (no risk) scores and even 1 should be rare for most crews Scoring the GAR is a collective effort of the entire crew not just the coxswain GAR is done before AND updated throughout the mission when ANY condition changes 54 Reinforce the need to update the GAR as needed throughout the mission. 54

Operational Risk Management GAR Model Green Amber Red Use the standard form available on the National Response Department Web site at http://www.cgaux.org/response/surfaceop s/surfaceopsnews.htm Unless your OIA mandates the use of another risk assessment tool 55 Before the patrol season begins, check with your OIA/OTO to be sure you are using the correct GAR form for your AOR. 55

Operational Risk Management Green Amber Red Smart Phone Applications: GAR Model GAR apps are available, including egar, and igar These apps have NOT been approved for Auxiliary use by BSX (Chief Director of Auxiliary) All GAR tools used, paper or electronic, must use the same scoring as the GAR form posted on the website (or as directed by your OIA) 56 56

2017 Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 57 57

GAR SCORE One persons calm is another persons storm Its up to YOU, Coxswain or Crew, to say go or no go 58

Operating in Reduced Visibility Follow all requirements in the Nav Rules Maintain that lookout as far forward on the vessel as possible (remember - safety first) Reduce speed, any change upgrade GAR score Proper Horn Signals Nav lights on Radar on and if equipped monitored. Follow all District or OIA special requirements 59 If there is any chance of fog or other visibility problems before the patrol, the GAR should reflect that condition and in most cases, the patrol postponed or canceled. If you have radar, be sure to brief ALL crew on how to us it. All of these actions are specified in the Rules of the Road, that is, they are the Law, not just good seamanship practices 59

NIGHT OPS Crew properly trained on radar use? Increased lookout responsibilities Reduce speed, upgrade GAR score Ops/Position reporting requirements (Are they different from daylight ops) Night Vision (check local OIA for any specific requirements) 60 Check the Response web site, Safety Best Practices button to access the Night Operations Guide for more detail. Common sense dictates that conditions at night or reduced visibility are problematic. Although the Night Ops guide does not mention this issue, it any prudent mariner will agree that enhanced communication during night ops is a good practice. 60

Operational Parameters - Communications External: VHF Radio (25 Watt ) is ALWAYS primary, cell phone secondary (Cell Phone MUST NOT be used by the helmsman) Must have 2 way communications at all times, if not return to base Maintain a radio guard. Use intervals as required by your OIA If communications are lost, your orders may be voided 61 The 25 watt reference is a standard regulation designed to ensure that no transmitter exceeds this limit. Please check with your FSO-CM for more detail. 61

Radio Communications It is often not what you say but how you say it, that demonstrates your professionalism Brevity and accuracy supports mission success and safety Remember that during a patrol, the boating public hears you as the voice of the US Coast Guard Practice and use proper radio procedures to achieve success, safety and professionalism 62 Re-enforce that the we are seen and heard as representing the United States Coast Guard when we are out on patrol. Your radio transmissions can be heard by everyone within a range of 25 miles. 62

Radio Communications In all radio communications, we are to act as professionals At no time shall we make reference to ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation or religious affiliations in radio transmissions This is a zero tolerance policy and must be strictly adhered to by all onboard 63 63

Radio Communications Proper Comms Example: Coast Guard Station Annapolis, Coast Guard Station Annapolis, this is Auxiliary Vessel 21637 on 23A, Over. Auxiliary Vessel 637, this is Station Annapolis, Over. Station, 637: (State you message to the station with clarity, using proper radio protocol and brevity) Over. 637, Station, Roger, Out. Note: Practice Script (Radio procedures may be reviewed at this link: http://rdept.cgaux.org/documents/comms/auxradiopatrol1.3.pdf 64 Please be sure that all understand the restrictions on using cell technology on OPFACS especially the policy that prohibits using cell phones alone to maintain radio guard, unless directed by Station. 64

SECTOR MARYLAND-NCR 2017 Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 65 65

Abandoned Vessel Program Program began in late 2009 The Auxiliary reported only 57 vessels abandoned last year Before you leave on patrol check the Abandoned Vessel program for listed A/V in your patrol AOR When you are on Patrol keep a lookout and input the data when you return 2017 Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 66 66

Abandoned Vessel Program NORMAL PROCEDURES Go online and check the AOR your patrol is in for the Abandoned Vessels that have been previously been reported Website: www.avp-balt.org User Name: uscga5 Password: baltavp5 2017 Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 67 67

Select User name Name uscga5 uscga5 Click submit PASSWORD Password baltavp5 68

Abandoned Vessel Program If you find a vessel that is adrift, sinking or leaking fuel, oil, or some other substance immediately call your controlling C.G. station or Sector Maryland-NCR Command Center at 410-576-2525 2017Sector Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 69 69

SECTOR AUXILIARY RFO OPERATION EXCELLENCE D e Sector Safety Workshop 70

Operational Excellence RFO Program This program establishes policies and procedures allowing Auxiliary members currently certified in the boat crew program to earn an Award of Operational Excellence The award will go to a team of coxswain and crew after that team has completed several operational and SAR tasks. 2017 Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 71 71

Operational Excellence / RFO This award does not replace qualification s as referenced in the ABCTM. The tasks include search planning, search execution, pump drill, comm s and the normal three year currency tasks that will be graded on points per task. The CG Sector MD-NCR RFO drills are the same underway tasks & new tests, graded by CG Station personal No Fail/tell 2017 Operations Workshop Department of Operations (Response) 72 72

Operational Excellence Coast Guard Sector Maryland-NCR goal is for twenty-five percent of all Sector Auxiliary OPFACs to complete the Award of Operational Excellence in 2017. 73 73

AOM-AOM 74 74

AOM- WHO IS AUTHORIZED OPFAC owners, Coxswains and crew but not trainees. FSO-OPs and others officers have read only access To gain access have your FC send the AOM facilitator, Jim Farrell an email with your address. 75

AOM Reminders All patrols should start and end with some standby time (23A)for pre and post u/w activities (Gar, briefing, debriefing, etc.) Pre and post standby time is coded based on instructions issued by OIA/OTO Patrol orders are good for a 24 hour period from the first itinerary entry Request multiple orders for multiple days do not combine Time in the itinerary must be consecutive with no gaps. One category ends at 1200, the next begins at 1200, Not 1201 or later 76 The operational issues related to the reporting of pre and post u/w activities are well reported and noted. We recognize that a long term solution is required and that solution is in the pipeline. Until a separate code can be created in the AOM software to account for stand-by time, the local OIA will designate a temporary work around code for this purpose. Orders may overlap calendar days, when the 24 hour period is calculated past midnight. One set for one mission. 76

AOM (continued) Normal Training Mission use 01A If on a QE check ride mission only, use 22A and list the QE as required by your district and note in comments box the QE s name and actual time doing QE activity If a mid-patrol crew change, list all crew members and note times for each in the comments box. The coxswain and/or facility cannot be changed The SO/IS officer MUST adjust the entries in AUXDATA. Check for proper entry 77 77

AOM (continued) When requesting orders, always check the last Facility Inspection Date in AOM. If the patrol date will be 1 year & 45 days from the last inspection, a new offer for use must be submitted before the patrol. AOM will not allow order completion with an out of date inspection If the date you try to complete orders is over 13-1/2 months from the last inspection, AOM will not allow completion of the orders, even if the patrol date was within the 13-1/2 month range 78 78

AOM (continued) Meals are no longer automatically selected - must be selected manually for each member Select only the meals that were actually consumed during the underway portion of the patrol, not before and after Meals are not paid for standby time FINCEN does not pay for water, soda, snacks, etc. If you receive fuel or meals at no cost from the Coast Guard, check Government Provided box 79 79

AOM (continued) Do not claim make-up engine oil; it is included in your SAMA payment Fuel additives are 2-cycle oil and octane enhancer Include receipts as required. SM NCR policy is $25. Districts may require receipts at a lower amount to include any and all claimed expenses Per the Operations Policy Manual, patrol orders must be submitted within 30 days after completion of the patrol 80 80

AOM Boat Crew Quals Check Name Number 81 Faster to look up with member number 81

AOM Boat Crew Quals Check Click on Number 82 Click on member number 82

AOM Boat Crew Quals Check 83 Check for quals 83

AOM Subsistence Payment Reminders Subsistence (meal) payments go to the Owner or Operator as selected on the order request The member receiving the subsistence payment is obligated to either Turn the payment over to each crew member or Provide a meal(s) to each crew member commensurate with at least the subsistence amount paid Subsistence payments are not to be kept by the owner or operator or put in a boat maintenance fund. This is what SAMA is for 84 84

AOM LOCK OUT Number one reason is that your account hasn t been use in forty five days. EXPIRED PASSWORD. Go to the first screen after the Security Message and click on New Account or forgotten password and follow instructions AOM will send you an email with a temporary password 85

Additional Reminders Any other special requirements from your local DIRAUX? How about your OIA? Always ask/check for updates 86 86

Bravo Zulu! Great Job! Thank you for your participation in the. Please share your thoughts about this workshop with us. Send your comments or questions to: Phil Wentz ADSO-OP SM-NCR (wentzpj_1@verizon,net) Sector Maryland-NCR Operations BOSN2 Jack Williams, OTO Bruce Johnson, DCAPT Jeff Foreman, DSO-OP Phil Wentz, ADSO-OP Jim Farrell, AOM Facilitator Sector Maryland-NCR 87 87