comdtinst m16114.32c - U.S. Coast Guard

Part 2 – Operations and Missions
Chapter 3 – Standards of Boat Operations
Section J. Offshore Operations
Introduction
J.1. Operational
Limits
J.2. Waiver and
Final Decision
This section discusses the boat limitations and waivers for offshore
operations.
Operational limits for standard boats are contained in the appropriate
specific boat type operator’s handbooks. All elements of a boat’s
limitations must be considered including the distance offshore, weather,
sea state, and sustained winds prior to proceeding. Additional crew
should be considered for missions beyond the prescribed distance
offshore, or when a mission will be of an extended duration.
In insta nces where a waiver of a boat’s operational limits is granted, the
final decision regarding the safety of the mission rests with the boat
Coxswain and unit CO/OIC. See Table 2-1 for waiver authority.
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