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

Part 2 – Operations and Missions
Chapter 3 – Standards of Boat Operations
CHAPTER 3
Standards of Boat Operations
Introduction
This chapter provides guidance for operating Coast Guard boats. It
is intended to supplement other applicable directives.
In this chapter This chapter contains the following sections:
Section
Title
See Page
A Introduction 2-58
B Readiness 2-59
C Minimum Equipment for Operation 2-60
D Passengers and Guests 2-61
E Position and Status Reports
2-62
F Team Communications 2-64
G Float Plan 2-66
H Navigation Rules, Emergencies, and
2-67
Maneuvers
I MAB Procedure and Mishap Policy 2-70
J Offshore Operations 2-74
K Public Affairs Operations 2-75
L Trailered / Beach Operations 2-76
M Use of Personal Watercraft (PWC) 2-78
N Surface Swimmers 2-79
O Boat Forces Advisory Council 2-80
2-57