Specifications

Chapter 5 – Operational Guidelines
Step Procedure
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The coxswain shall immediately notify the CO/OIC with all
pertinent information and a recommendation as to whether to
continue or abort the mission.
2
The CO/OIC shall notify the coxswain as to whether or not
continuing the mission is authorized and the conditions under
which the boat may be operated.
A.3. Major
Discrepancies
Major discrepancies are those that degrade the effectiveness of the boat to
perform one or more missions. Appendix E contains a listing of major
discrepancies.
A.4. Minor
Discrepancies
Minor discrepancies do not affect the operational readiness of the boat.
However, a boat with minor discrepancies does not meet the standardization
criteria established for the boat.
In the event that the addition of portable equipment, not part of the standard
boat outfit, is necessary to meet mission needs, units are authorized to
temporarily carry this extra equipment. This authorization is on a case-by-
case basis only, and care must be taken to properly secure any extra gear and
to ensure it does not interfere with safe egress or the boat’s standard
outfit/systems. Under no circumstances shall permanent alterations be made
to power, stow or in any way accommodate extra equipment.
A.5.
Responsibilities
The coxswain is always responsible for the safe operation of the boat. The
coxswain must decide if the mission warrants subjecting the crew and boat to
the danger defined by the mission, weather, and sea conditions anticipated.
A.5.a. Disabling
Casualty -
Underway
In the event that the boat sustains a disabling casualty while underway, the
boat crew shall inform the coxswain who will immediately contact the
CO/OIC or Operational Commander.
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