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

Part 5 – Readiness and Standardization
Chapter 3 –Readiness and Standardization Team Assessments
B.4.c. Written
Testing
B.4.d. Training
Program Review
B.4.e. Materiel
Inspection
Immediately following the unit in-brief, certified boat crew personnel
will take a written exam for their highest qualification level.
Each examination has a 90 minute time limit.
These exams will provide feedback as to the knowledge level of boat
crewmembers about the platform, identifying areas of strength and
weakness to enable tailoring of th e unit’s training program. Areas of
knowledge emphasized include boat handling, procedures,
navigation/piloting, rules of the road, operating boat equipment, first aid,
and rescue and survival equipment.
The STAN Team will review the unit’s training records in AOPS/TMT
up to 30 days prior to the visit for assessment/score purposes. Once the
score is established, the STAN Team may contact the unit to address
concerns. The score will not be altered based on any corrections made
after the initial review. This review will allow the STAN Team to
evaluate unit compliance with Boat Forces Command Cadre Course
completion and boat crew training, qualification, and certification
requirements. Also, it will help identify the unit’s ongoing efforts to
foster a strong training program, professionally develop boat crew
personnel, and properly maintain the standard boat assigned.
A thorough materiel inspection is conducted on each standard boat to
ensure compliance with Commandant directed configuration
management. This inspection is also an excellent opportunity for
information sharing, the latest platform news, helpful hints, supply
sources for unique items, and a little personalized training between the
STAN Team and boat crew personnel. The materiel inspection usually
lasts until mid-afternoon (at a one standard boat unit). Materiel
inspection procedures are discussed in the next chapter. Materiel
inspection checklists for each standard boat are found in the applicable
boat operator’s handbook. For non-standard boats, use the District boat
outfit list.
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