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

Part 5 – Readiness and Standardization
Chapter 1 -- Introduction
B.8. Area
Commanders
Area Commanders of cutters with boats assigned shall:
(01) Ensure units with boats are provided adequate support by the
chain of command.
(02) Coordinate Readiness and Standardization Assessment visit
schedules with each STAN Team using the following guidelines:
a) Only units with a standard boat allowance shall be scheduled for
an assessment visit.
b) Do not schedule Readiness and Standardization Assessment
visits less than 30 days before or after planned yard availability.
c) Whenever possible, schedule assessment visits to every
applicable unit before repeating the visit cycle.
d) Ensure STAN Team report discrepancies and recommendations
are addressed and promptly acted upon.
(03) Monitor unit training and operations at subordinate commands to
ensure boat crew readiness is maintained in accordance with
applicable Commandant and District directives.
(04) Ensure unit Commanders maintain operational readiness by
correctly completing prescribed preventive maintenance.
(05) Act on restrictive discrepancy waiver requests and take action on
discrepancies as outlined in this Manual Part 5, Chapter 4,
Section C, Discrepancy Classifications and Required Actions.
(06) Ensure units comply with standard boat configuration
management requirements.
(07) Provide or arrange for training, logistics, maintenance, and
technical support beyond the capabilities of subordinate units.
(08) Take necessary action to resolve deficiencies noted in STAN
Team reports in accordance with the requirements of this Manual
and other applicable directives.
(09) Hold unit Commanders accountable for unreported discrepancies.
(10) Act as final authority for restrictive casualty boat waivers; this
authority may be delegated in writing, but remains higher than the
unit CO/OIC.
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