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

Part 5 – Readiness and Standardization
Chapter 1 -- Introduction
B.13.
Standardization
Team
Standardization Teams (BFCO/NMLBS/NATON) shall:
(01) Provide field units with technical information and guidance that
will assist them in complying with program responsibilities.
(02) Disseminate to the field new standard procedures and techniques
used and/or problem areas regarding procedures and techniques
employed by boat crews.
(03) Provide information that would assist units in meeting
standardization program requirements.
(04)
Maintain liaison with Commandant (CG-731) and Commandant
(CG-751) to ensure that Readiness and Standardization Program
requirements are being met.
(05)
(06)
(07)
Coordinate with Commandant (CG-731) to make appropriate
changes to training syllabi, courses, or manuals when deficiencies
are noted during assessment visits.
As members of the Coast Guard’s Boat Centers of Excellence
(BFCO/NMLBS/NATON), assist in maintaining the boat
operator’s handbooks for the appropriate boat class. Propose
interim changes to Commandant (CG-731) as needed and
produce updates to the operator’s handbooks at least annually.
Recommend to Commandant (CG-731) additions or deletions to
boat outfit equipment or stowage plans that would enhance
operational efficiency and/or
safety.
(08) Based on field observations and platform expertise, provide
recommendations to Commandant (CG-731), (CG-45), SFLC and
the MLCs that would increase machinery reliability and
maintainability.
(09) Recommend performance requirements for boat crew positions
that would enhance proficiency and safety.
(10) When directed by SFLC, conduct prototype evaluations to
determine the feasibility of a recommended TCTO. Review
proposed configuration changes and provide recommendations
for location and installation of new equipment.
(11) At the direction of Commandant (CG-731), conduct biennial
Readiness and Standardization Assessments at each shore unit
with standard boat allowance(s). Cutterboat Readiness and
Standardization Assessments will be scheduled through the Area.
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