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

Part 2 – Operations and Missions
Chapter 3 – Standards of Boat Operations
Section K. Public Affairs Operations
Introduction
K.1. Guidelines
This section discusses when unit boats can participate in community
affairs and who authorizes this request.
Unit boats may be used in support of community and media relations on
a not-to-interfere basis with operations, and in accordance with the
Public Affairs Manual, COMDTINST M5728.2 (series). Unit readiness
shall not be compromised for such participation. Units shall ensure the
Operational Commander is informed of all unit commitments. All
requests should be routed through the unit’s Operational Commander.
K.2. Underway or Various organizations request the participation of Coast Guard boats in
Static Displays local demonstrations and celebrations. Although approval for such
events rests with the CO/OIC, the Operational Commander should be
kept informed regarding all such events and changes in resource
availability, if any, that such participation brings. The provisions of the
Public Affairs Manual, COMDTINST M5728.2 (series), Chapter 3 are
applicable.
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