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Name:

Task BCM-04-06-AUX

Task Stand a Lookout Watch

References Chapter 1, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Conditions Performed while underway, by pointing and verbal identification of the range and
relative bearing to objects. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or
use of a reference.

Standards In response to the coxswain, the trainee must, without error, identify objects, state
relative bearing and range. All reports must be repeated until the coxswain
acknowledges the report.

Completed Performance Criteria
1, Identified buoys, fixed structures and other navigational aids.
2. Identified at least four boats or other watercraft encountered.
3. Identified deadheads or other floating hazards to navigation.

4. Identified sound encountered (such as, whistles, bells, gongs, audio aids to
navigation).

5. Stated additional considerations for night lookout watches.
6. Demonstrated the use of binoculars and scanning techniques.

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TASK BCN-03-01-AUX: Identify The Different Parts Of A Line
And Hitches Used In Line Handling

1. The running or free end of a line is called the
2. The long, unused, or belayed end is called the
3. Crossing the over the standing part makes an.

overhang loop.

4. A bight is a formed by turning the line back on
itself.
5. A is a single wind and a is two

complete tums around an object.

TASK BCM-03-02-AUX: Tie Various Knots, Hitches And
Bends

1. The advaniage of a bowline is that they do not

2. The best all-around hitch for securing a line to a ring, spar, or other round or near
round object is the

3. Timber hitches are used to secure a line to logs, planks, or other
objects.
4, are used to lengthen one line by bending one to another.

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Introduction

In this section

Section B. Physical Fitness, First Aid

and Survival

The following are objectives of Section B:

¢ State the physical requirements for participation in the Auxiliary

Boat Crew program.

e State Auxiliary crew members responsibilities for rendering First

Aid.

« Identify the symptoms and state the treatment for various medical

conditions that may be encountered while on patrol.

« Identify and demonstrate proficiency in those skills necessary for

coping with open water survival situations.

¢ Effectively use all standard boat crew signaling and survival

equipment.

This section contains fifteen tasks.

Task Number Task See Page

BCM-02-01-AUX Personal Physical Requirements And 2-8
Policy

BCM-02-02-AUX Crew First Aid Responsibility 2-9

BCM-02-03-AUX State The Symptoms And Treatment For 2-10
Shock

BCM-02-04-AUX State The Symptoms And Treatment For 2-11
Anaphylactic Shock

BCM-02-05-AUX Demonstrate Direct Pressure, Pressure 2-12
Points And Tourniquet Method To
Control Bleeding

BCM-02-06-AUX. State The Signs And Treatment For Burns 2-13

BCM-02-07-AUX State The Symptoms And Treatment Por 2-14
Hypothermia

BCM-02-08-AUX Don An Anti-Exposure Coveral! Or Dry 2-15
Suit And Enter The Water (Optional)

BCM-1)2-09-AUX Identify Boat Crew Survival Equipment 2-17

BCM-02-10-AUX Use The Emergency Signaling Mirror 2-18

BCM-02-11-AUX Describe The Use Of Hand Held Distress 2-19
Flares

BCM-02-12-AUX Describe The Use Of Aerial Flares 2-20

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TASK BCMN-07-10-AUX: Identify The Different Classes Of
Fires And State The Fuel And Primary Extinguishing Agents
Associated With Each

1. Fire is a chemical known as combustion.

2. The three elements of a fire are oxygen, heat, and

3. Fires fueled by common combustible materials, such as wood, cloth, or paper, are
classified as Class fires. The best extinguishing agent for this class fire is

4, Fires fueled by flammable or combustible liquids, flammable gases, or similar
material are classified as Class fires. The primary extinguishing agent for

this class fire is

5, Fires involving combustible , with fuel sources such as sodium,
potassium, or magnesium, are classified as Class fire. Given that these fires
are not easily extinguished, the best agents to use for control of the fire are

or

6. Fires involving energized equipment, such as conductors or
appliances, are classified as Class fires.

7. The principle remedy for these fires is to secure the and to apply

or dry chemical to the fire.

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U.S, Department United States Coast Guard Washington, DC 20593-0001
of Transportation Staff Symbol: G-OCX

United States

Phone: (202) 267-1001

Coast Guard

COMDTINST M16794.52

COMMANDANT INSTRUCTION M16794.52

Subj: AUXILIARY BOAT CREW QUALIFICATION GUIDE, VOLUME I CREW

MEMBER

Ref: (a) Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual, COMDTINST M16798.3 (series)

IO mMIe0m>

(b) Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual, COMDTINST M16794.51 (series)
(c) Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

. PURPOSE, This Guide establishes minimum performance standards for qualification as an

Auxiliary crew member on a Coast Guard Auxiliary vessel facility.

ACTION. Area and district commanders, commanders of maintenance and logistics
commands, and commanding officers of headquarters units shall be.sure that the units and
Auxiliarists under their command adhere to the provisions of this Guide.

. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The qualification tasks for the crew member position in Chapter

8 of the Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Qualification Guide—Crewman and Coxswain,
COMDTINST M16798.28, may be used through 31 December 2001. After that date, only
this Guide may be used to qualify Auxiliary members for the coxswain position.

DISCUSSION. This Guide is part of the complete revision of the Coast Guard’s family of
boat crew training and qualification publications, which started with the issue of the Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5B, in 1998, This Guide is one of a
series of three qualification guides (crew member, coxswain, and personal watercraft (PWC)
operator) used in conjunction with the Boat Crew Seamanship Manual and the Auxiliary Boat
Crew Training Manual to qualify Auxiliary members in the boat crew program, These
publications are being revised to reflect the best and safest practices in the Coast Guard boat
fleet. Major changes in this Guide include:

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Section C. Reading Assignments —
Marlinespike Seamanship, Boat
Nomenclature and Basic Stability
Overview
Introduction The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning
instruction of each task.
In this section This section contains the following reading assignments.
‘Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-03-01-AUX Chapter 7, Section D, Boat Crew 7-33
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)
BCM-03-02-AUX Chapter 7, Section D, Boat Crew 7-33
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINSTM16114.5 (series)
BCM-03-03-AUX Chapter 7, Section E, Boat Crew 7-65

Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

BCM-03-04-AUX

None assigned

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11. Identified the miles and yards scale.

12. Identified aids to navigation.

13, Identified the symbol for prominent local landmarks.

14. Identified the compass rose and indicated the purpose of each of its prominent
parts.

15. Identified the symbol for a wreck, rock, or other submerged object.

16. Identified latest changes to the chart determined by Notice to Mariners and
Local Notice to Mariners.

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-07-02-AUX

Participate in a Man Overboard Evolution as a Recovery/Pickup
Man

Chapter 16, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Performed during daylight in calm sea conditions, while underway on an
Auxiliary Facility. Under no circumstances will any person enter the water
to simulate a victim. The use of a fender, floating device, or a life-like dummy,
(“Oscar”), is recommended. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or
use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must move to his/her correct station and
perform the task steps without hesitation.

Performance Criteria

1. Hearing the alarm of a Man Overboard, (“CMAN OVERBOARD
PORT/STARBOARD SIDE”). Proceeded immediately to assigned position
(should be lowest point of free board away from screws).

2. Prepared rescue heaving line, or other floatable retrieving device, if PIW is
conscious.

3. Oncommand, threw rescue heaving line, or other floatable retrieving device
to PIW.

4. Simulated pulling PIW along side the boat.

5. Simulated pulling the PIW aboard using a personal retrieval line, or other
means (swim ladder, sailboat headsail, etc.).

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date.

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Appendix A: Record of Completed Tasks

Section F
Navigation (continued)
Task Description Mentor Initials | Date
BCM-06-06-AUX | Measure Distance On A Nautical Chart
(old ACX-1-2-04) (Optional)
BCM-06-07-AUX | Compute Time, Speed And Distance
(old ACX-1-2-04) (Optional)
BCM-06-08-AUX | Determine The Depth Of Water Using A
(old ACW-2-3-03) Fathometer And/Or Sounding Pole
Section G
Mission Oriented Operations
Task Description Mentor initials | Date

BCM-07-01-AUX
(old ACW-2-4-01)

Participate In A Man Overboard
Evolution As A Pointer

BCM-07-02-AUX
(old ACW-2-4-02)

Participate In A Man Overboard
Evolution As A Recovery/Pickup Man

BCM-07-03-AUX
{old ACW-3-2-01)

Participate In A Basket Hoist (Optional)

BCM-07-04-AUX
(eld ACW-3-1-01)

Bend A Heaving Line To A Bridle And
Pass The Heaving Line To Another Boat

BCM-07-05-AUX
(old ACW-3-1-02&
ACW-3-1-03)

Pass A Towline (Bridle) To Another Boat
And Take In Stern Tow

BCM-07-06-AUX
(old ACW-3-1-05)

Stand A Towing Watch

BCM-07-07-AUX
(old ACW-3-1-04)

Connect A Towline To A Trailer Eye
Bolt Using A Shackle Or Kicker/Skiff
Hook

BCM-07-08-AUX
(old ACW-3-1-06)

Take A Boat In Alongside Tow
(Waiverable by DIRAUX)

BCM-07-09-AUX
{old ACW-1-3-02)

Prepare A Portable Pump For Operations
And Obtain Suction (Optional)

BCM-07-10-AUX
(old ACW-1-3-03)

Identify The Different Classes Of Fires And
State The Fuel And Primary Extinguishing
Agents Associated With Each

BCM-07-11-AUX
(old ACW-1-3-04 &
ACW-2-4-03)

Locate And Operate The Boat’s
Dewatering Equipment

BCM-07-12-AUX
(old ACW-1-3-05)

Operate A CO2 Fire Extinguisher
(Simulate)

BCM-07-13-AUX
(old ACW-1-3-05)

Operate A Dry Chemical Fire
Extinguisher (Simulate)

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TASK BCM-04-03-AUX: Identify The Common Navigation
Lights Displayed By Ships And Boats

1. Lights must be used from to and in
times of restricted visibility.

2. A green side light means you are looking at a vessels side.
3. A red sidelight means you are looking at a vessels side.
4. If you see both a red and green light it means you are looking at the vessel
5. A power driven vessel 50 meters or more in length must display and
sidelights, a masthead light, a stern light, and a
light.
6. A power driven vessel less than 50 meters in length must display red and
sidelights, a masthead light, and a
light.
7. A power driven vessel less than 7 meters and whose maximum speed does not exceed
7 knots only has to show a light.
8. Sailing vessels less than !2 meters (international) or 20 meters (inland) in length

must display red and green side lights, or a red and green
hight, along with a stern light.

9. On sailboats and rowboats less than 7 meters in length, if regular running lights are
unavailable they may display or torch.

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TASK BCM-05-02-AUX: Use The VHF-FM Radiotelephone To
Give A Position Or Ops Normal Report

1, Every transmission should be ended with the word or

2. Message should be sent so that the receiving party
will have a chance to copy the entire message.

3. The microphone should not be until you are ready to
speak.
4, Unofficial conversation should/should not be transmitted.

s. The voice call sign for CG Auxiliary patrol boat #2765
is:

6. The alphabet is used to spell difficult words that are
hard to understand over a radio.

7. In cases where a pause for a between transmissions is necessary, use the
proword . If the pause is to be than few , use

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Conditions

Standards

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Task BCM-06-07-AUX

Compute Time, Speed and Distance (Optional)

Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 Geries)

Use a nautical chart of the local area, a nautical slide rule and the positions,
courses and distances calculated in tasks BCM-06-04-AUX through BCM-06-06-
AUX. The nautical slide rule may not be used for steps 1 and 5. Trainee must
accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference. All answers should be
given to the nearest tenth of an hour, knots, or nautical mile as indicated in the
steps. Trainee must accomplish tasks without prompting or use of a reference

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, calculate the answer
indicated for each step within six minutes.

Performance Criteria

1, Calculated the time, in hours, a boat traveling at a speed of 8 knots would
take to get from point A to point B.

2. Calculated the speed, in knots, a boat would have to make to get from point B
to point C in 30 minutes.

3. Calculated the speed, in knots, a boat would have to make to get from point C
to point A in 2 hours.

4. Calculated the speed, in knots, a boat would have to make to travel 200 yards
in 3 minutes.

5. Calculated the distance, in nautical miles, a boat would travel in 2.4 hours at a
speed of 12 knots.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Task BCM-02-06-AUX

Task State The Signs And Treatment For Burns
References Chapter 5, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)
Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.
Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, state the signs and
treatment for burns.
Completed Performance Criteria
1. Stated the three degrees of burns and their signs.
2. Stated the treatment for minor burns.
3. Stated the treatment for serious burns.
4. Stated the treatment for chemical burns.
Accomplished Mentor signature Date.

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Task BCM-02-12-AUX

Task State The Use Of Aerial Flares

References Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16! 14.5 (series)

Manufacturer’s Operating Instructions

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task using the manufacture guidelines and safety precautions.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must identify the CG approved aerial flare,
(used on the Auxiliary Facility), and describe the sequence required safely to
ignite the flare.

Completed Performance Criteria

1. Aerial flare broken out and identified.

2. Described the proper use of the aerial flare in accordance with manufacturer’s
instruction.

3. Demonstrated the safe use (a walk through without igniting) of the aerial
flare.

4. Described the proper disposal of a used flare.
5. Stated conditions when the aerial flare would be most effective.

Accomplished | Mentor signature Date

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Task BCM-05-01-AUX
Task Operate a VHF-FM Radiotelephone
References Manvfacturer’s Operators Manual
Conditions Performed at any time aboard an Auxiliary facility. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting. Use of references is allowed.
Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, identify the different operating parts
of the radio, and operate the controls.
Completed Performance Criteria
1. Identified on/off switch and radio turned on.
2. Identified channel selection switch/button and selected channel.
3. Identified and adjusted volume and squelch controls.
4, Identified microphone and operating button and demonstrated operation
(transmission light observed).
5. Identified high/low power switch and explained its use.
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TASK BCM-07-09-AUX: Prepare A Portable Pump For
Operation And Obtain Suction

1. Pull the handle to release a on the storage container.
2. Connect a discharge hose and lay it out on deck so there are no or
3. A pump can run dry for . It was designed to be started only after

suction has been taken.

4. Then engine will run approximately hours on one tank of fuel, depending
on conditions.

5. A Pump Watch must be alert for around the strainer and must ensure the
strainer remains . Watch for

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Task BCM-02-08-AUX (Continued)

9. Vertical position maintained, ankles crossed upon entry into the water.
10. Entered water.

11. Remained in water for a period of 10 minutes.

12. After exercise, anti-exposure coverall rinsed, allowed to dry thoroughly, and
properly stowed.

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-06-01-AUX

Identify the Basic Parts, Symbols and Abbreviations Found on a
Nautical Chart

Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Chart No.1, Nautical Chart Symbols, Abbreviations and Terms

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock or afloat, using a nautical chart of the
local operating area. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting. Use of a
reference is allowed.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must identify the basic parts, symbols, and
abbreviations found on a chart of the local operating area.

9.

Performance Criteria
Identified the longitude scale.
Identified the latitude scale.
Identified horizontal and vertical clearances of overhead bridges and cables.
Identified one nautical mile using the latitude scale.
Identified sounding numbers (feet/fathoms).
Identified depth curves (contours).
Identified the general information block.
Identified the scale of a chart.

Identified the latitude and longitude in minutes or seconds.

10. Identified different colors and stated meaning of each.

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CHAPTER 3
AUXILIARY CREW MEMBER STUDY GUIDE
OVERVIEW
Introduction The crew member candidate should read the appropriate reading

assignment and answer the related questions prior to beginning
training in each new task. The mentor should then discuss the
candidate’s answers to ensure understanding of the subject matter
prior to beginning instruction for each new task.

In this section This chapter contains eight sections.

Section Title See Page
A Reading Assignment 3-2
B Reading Assignment 3-5
Cc Reading Assignment 3-16
D Reading Assignment 3-19
E Reading Assignment 3-26
F Reading Assignment 3-29
G Reading Assignment 3-36
H Reading Assignment 3-45

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NAME:

Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-04-06-AUX Chapter 1, Section C, Boat Crew 1-13
Seamanship COMDTINST
M161 14.5 (series)
Rule 5, Navigation Rules, 2
International-Inland, a
COMDTINST M16672.2
(series)
BCM-04-07-AUX Chapter 1, Section C and 1-13
Chapter 14, Section C, Boat 14-37

Crew Seamanship COMDTINST
M16114.5 (series)

BCM-04-08-AUX

None assigned

BCM-04-09-AUX

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Task BCM-03-01-AUX (Continued)
8. Made turn around an object.
9, Made round turn around an object.

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-07-08-AUX

Take a Boat in Alongside Tow

Chapter 17, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed underway on an Auxiliary facility in calm sea conditions while
transferring a boat from a stern tow to an alongside tow or free approach.
Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference. This
optional task should be done only in areas where alongside tows are safe,
practical, and/or a normal mission requirement.

In response to the Coxswain, the trainee must, without prompting, correctly tend
and secure the towline and sidelines in accordance with the procedures listed
below. The eye end of the alongside towlines should be passed to the boat being
towed and direction given for its placement to persons on board the disabled boat.

NOTE: May be waived by the Director in accordance with Section 1.B.4.

Performance Criteria

1. Participated in crew brief for alongside towing operations discussed: duties,
type of towing approach, attachment points for towlines (both disabled vessel
and the Auxiliary Facility), verbal commands and/or hand signals to be used,
and any safety concerns.

2. Fenders rigged on the side where tow will be secured and walking fender
ready for use.

3. Identified the following lines and made them ready for alongside tow:
a. Number 1 line (Bowline)
b. Number 2 line (Forward Spring Line or Towing Strap)
c. Number 3 line (Aft Spring Line or Backing Line)

d. Number 4 line (Stern Line).

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B.2.c. Reference

B.2.d. Conditions

B.2.c. Standards

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The name and general nature of the task.

Lists sources of teaching material, background information, and policy.
The primary reference for seamanship skills is the Boat Crew Seamanship
Manual. Other references shown in this guide are Coast Guard policy or
technical directives. However, members are encouraged to use a wide
range of references for small boat handling, navigation, and seamanship
skills. The Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual has an extensive list of
references, including the Auxiliary Specialty courses and the Auxiliary
Public Education courses.

Describes the environment and physical circumstances in which the task
moust be performed. Any tools or special equipment needed for completion
of the task are listed here. The following terms are used in the Conditions
and Standards sections of the tasks:

Boat Operations
Slow: Underway and moving ahead at clutch speed or slower.
Underway: Not tied to a pier or float and not anchored or moored.
Visibility
Restricted: Visibility less than “4 mile.
Clear: All other states of visibility.

Sea Conditions

Calm: Waves less than 1 foot.
Moderate: Waves | to 4 feet.

Heavy: Waves 4 feet and over.

Standards describe the expected outcome of the task. Successful task
completion is a function of how well a student is able to complete the task
without assistance. Generally the task performance standards are as
follows.

© Knowledge Tasks: Candidate must be able to cite, from memory, the
required information. Mentors may wish to ask questions concerning
particular steps for accomplishment in order to measure the
candidate’ s total comprehension of the subject matter.

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Section D

Section E

Section F

Section G

Boat Handling

BCM-04-01-AUX
BCM-04-02-AUX
BCM-04-03-AUX

BCM-04-04-AUX
BCM-04-05-AUX
BCM-04-06-AUX

BCM-04-07-AUX
BCM-04-08-AUX
BCM-04-09-AUX
Communications

BCM-05-01-AUX
BCM-05-02-AUX

Navigation
BCM-06-01-AUX

BCM-06-02-AUX

BCM-06-03-AUX

BCM-06-04-AUX
BCM-06-05-AUX
BCM-06-06-AUX
BCM-06-07-AUX
BCM-06-08-AUX

Mission Oriented Operations .

BCM-07-61-AUX

BCM-07-02-AUX

BCM-07-03-AUX
BCM-07-04-AUX

BCM-07-05-AUX

BCM-07-06-AUX
BCM-07-07-AUX

BCM-07-08-AUX

Assist In Anchoring The Boat
Assist In Weighing The Boats Anchor...

Identify Common Navigation Lights Displayed By Ships
And Boats...

Identify Common Sound Signals Used By Ships And Boats 2-38
Identify And Describe Accepted Maritime Distress Signals2-39
2-40

Stand A Lookout Watch.
Act As A Helmsman And Steer A Compass Course.
Cast Off And Stow Lines And Fenders.
Prepare For, Moor And Secure Boat To A Dock.

Operate A VHF-FM Radiotelephone.

Use The VHF-FM Radiotelephone To Give A
Position Or Ops Normal Report

Identify The Basie Parts, Symbols And Abbreviations
Found On A Nautical Chart.,

Identify Common Aids To Navigation Used In Snail Boat
Piloting
Identify Local Landmarks Used [n Piloting On A
Nautical Chart...

Plot A Position Using Latitude And Longitude.
Plot A Magnetic Course On A Nautical Chart
Measure Distance On A Nautical Chart...
Compute Time, Speed And Distance...

Determine The Depth Of Water Using A Fathometer
And/Or A Sounding Pole .

Participate In A Man Overboard Evolution
As A Pointer.

Participate In A Man Overboard Evolution As
A Recovery/Pick Up Ma

Participate In A Basket Hoist . 2-61

Bend A Heaving Line To A Bridle And Pass The Heaving
Line To Another Boat....

Pass A Towline (Bridle) To Another Boat And Take
In Stern Tow.
Stand A Towing Watch.

Connect A Towline To A Trailer Be Bolt Using A A Shackle
Or Kicker/Skiff Hook... secon pence 2-67

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NAME:

TASK BCM-07-12-AUX: Operate A CO(2) Fire Extinguisher
(Simulate)

1. The range of the extinguisher is approximately feet.

2. The CO(2) is released in the form of a fine white

3. Be careful not to let the extinguisher’s discharge touch your

4. When using the extinguisher, the cylinder should be kept to the deck
at all times

TASK BCM-07-13-AUX: Operate A Dry Chemical Fire
Extinguisher (Simulate)

1. The effective range for a dry chemical extinguisher is feet.

2. When using dry chemical approach the fire from the side of
the fire.

3. The dry chemical should be pointed at the of the fire.

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Conditions

Standards

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Task BCM-02-15-AUX

PFD Swim

Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

This task is not intended to be performed at the dock, afloat, or from the beach,
unless specific permission to do so has been granted by DIRAUX. A swimming
pool (heated if available) should be used. The trainee must enter the water
wearing a PFD. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a
reference.

In response to the QE, the trainee must inspect and properly don a PFD.
(Preferably the approved type of PFD that the trainee would most likely use on
patrol). The trainee must properly enter the water, float for 5 to 10 minutes, and
then swim at least 30 feet. The following tasks must be completed without
assistance.

Performance Criteria
1. Inspected and correctly donned the proper size PFD.
2. Entered water feet first wearing the PFD.
3. Adjusted PFD if needed and floated for 5 to 10 minutes.

4, Swam or used a stroke of the trainee’s choice to travel through the water at
least 25 yards.

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Task BCM-06-06-AUX

Task Measure Distance on a Nautical Chart (Optional)

References Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Conditions Given a nautical chart of the local area, the three positions plotted on the chart, in
Tasks BCM-06-04-AUX and BCM-06-05-AUX, (designated A through C). All
distances must be measured using nautical miles or yards as indicated by the task
steps. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must measure the distance indicated in the
task steps within three minutes. Distance should be accurate to within 100 yards.

Completed Performance Criteria

1. Distance from AtoBis___ nautical miles.

2. Distance from B to Cis___ yards.

3. Distance from CtoAis____ nautical miles.
Accomplished Mentor signature Date.

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References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

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Task BCM-07-04-AUX

Bend a Heaving Line to a Bridle and Pass the Heaving Line to
Another Boat

Chapter 17, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Performed at any time underway on an Auxiliary facility. Heaving line should be
at least 75 feet long. The target boat must be at least 20 feet.away at the time of
the toss. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must pass the heaving line to the target
boat, in accordance with steps listed below. Two throws must be successfully
completed. The heaving line should pass over the target boat, and not hit it.

Performance Criteria
1. Heaving line wetted down to relieve stiffness.

2. Heaving line bent onto a bridle, or towline using a bowline or a clove hitch
with two half hitches, small carbiner or snap hook.

3. Heaving line made into a tight coil, two thirds of coil taken into casting hand.
4, People on other boat instructed to take cover.

5. Heaving line thrown, on command, over the disabled boat and tended.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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of Transportation
United States
Coast Guard

U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

AUXILIARY BOAT CREW
QUALIFICATION GUIDE,
VOLUME I: CREW MEMBER

COMDTINST M16794.52


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NAME:

Section B.

Reading Assignments —

Physical Fitness, First Aid and Survival

Overview
Introduction The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning
instruction of each task.
Jn this section This section contains the following reading assignments.
Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-02-01-AUX None assigned
BCM-02-02-AUX Chapter 5, Section A, Boat Crew 5-4
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(Series)
BCM-02-03-AUX Chapter 5, Section B, Boat Crew 37
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 !4,5
(series)
BCM-02-04-AUX Chapter 5, Section B, Boat Crew 5-12
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)
BCM-02-05-AUX Chapter 5, Section D, Boat Crew 5-23
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5
(series)
$-23

BCM-02-06-AUX

Chapter 5, Section D, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114,5
(series)

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TASK BCM-04-06-AUX: Stand A Lookout Watch

1 Lookouts must report to the everything ; , or while
the boat in that may the boat.

2. When making reports the lookout should first the object then give
the direction in to the object.

3. Lookouts should always remain at their station until

4, Tf a report to the coxswain is not acknowledged it should be

3. Dark adaptation requires or more but may be destroyed in
less than

TASK BCM-04-07-AUX: Act As A Helmsman And Steer A
Compass Course

1. The arc of the compass card is divided into degrees.

2. 000 degrees on the compass card is North.

3. The is on the boat’s centerline and parallel to the
boat's

4. To ensure understanding the helmsman should always ail orders
given to him/her by the coxswain.

5. The helmsman should attempt to maintain a course within degrees.

6. The helmsman should not execute any orders unless by the

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction sseasensenscanensenscanentsnesneconessey ssesencanssees
Section A Purpose
Section B Description Of The Guide
Section C The Qualification Process
Appendix A Record of Completed Tasks, Crew Member.......
Appendix B Auxiliary Crew Member Task Cross Reference
Chapter 2 Crew Member Qualification Tasks
Section A Crew Efficiency Factors, Risk Factors And Team Coordination
BCM-01-01-AUX Crew Fatigue...
BCM-01-02-AUX Sun And Heat Related Factors.
BCM-01-03-AUX Team Coordination Training.
Section B Physical Fitness, First Aid And Survival ....
BCM-02-01-AUX Personal Physical Requirements And Policy.
BCM-02-02-AUX Crew First Aid Responsibility...
BCM-02-03-AUX State The Symptoms And Treatment For Shocl
BCM-02-04-AUX State The Symptoms And Treatment For Anaphylactic
BCM-02-05-AUX Demonstrate Direct Pressure, Pressure Points And
Tourniquet Method To Control Bleeding.
BCM-02-06-AUX State The Signs And Treatment For Burns
BCM-02-07-AUX State The Symptoms And Treatment For Hypothermic
BCM-02-08-AUX Don An Anti-Exposure Coverall Or Dry Suit And Enter
The Water (Optional)
BCM-02-09-AUX Identify Boat Crew Personal Survival Equipmen
BCM-02-10-AUX Use The Emergency Signal Mirror.
BCM-02-11-AUX Describe The Use Of Hand Held Flare.
BCM-02-12-AUX Describe The Use Of Aerial Flares. ....
BCM-02-13-AUX Operate The Personal Marker Light (PML)
BCM-02-14-AUX State Survival Procedures In Event The Boat Capsizes.
BCM-02-15-AUX
Section C Marlinespike Seamanship, Boat Nomenclature, Naut

Terminology, And Basic Stability sees

BCM-03-01-AUX Identify The Different Parts Of A Line And The Hitches
Used In Line Handling...

BCM-03-02-AUX Tie Various Knots, Hitches And Bends
BCM-03-03-AUX Secure Lines To Cleats, Bitts And Post:
BCM-03-04-AUX Assist The Coxswain With A Pre-Underway Check-Off

sess 2-30

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NAME:

Task Number

Reading Assignment

See Page |

BCM-02-07-AUX

Chapter 5 Section E and Chapter
16, Section B, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

5-23
16-33

BCM-02-08-AUX

Chapter 6, Section B and
Chapter 16, Section B, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5.
(series)

6-17
16-33

BCM-02-09-AUX

Chapter 4, Paragraph F.12,
Auxiliary Operations Policy
Manual, COMDTINST
M16798.3 (series)

Chapter 6, Section D, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

4-20

6-29

BCM-02-10-AUX

Chapter 6, Section D, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114,5
(series)

6-31

BCM-02-11-AUX

None assigned

BCM-02-12-AUX

None assigned

BCM-02-13-AUX

None assigned

BCM-02-14- AUX

Chapter 6, Section H, Boat Crew
Seamanship COMDTINST
M16114.5 (series)

BCM-02-15-AUX

None assigned

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Task BCM-02-04-AUX

Task State The Symptoms And Treatment For Anaphylactic Shock
References Chapter 5, Boat Crew Seamanship. Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)
Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.
Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, state the common
symptoms and treatment for Anaphylactic Shock.
Completed Performance Criteria.
1. Defined Anaphylactic shock.
2. Stated the causes of anaphylactic shock.
3, Listed the symptoms of anaphylactic shock.
4. Stated the treatment for anaphylactic shock.
Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-07-09-AUX

Prepare a Portable Pump for Operation; Start and Obtain
Suction (Optional)

Chapter 18, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at any time at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish task
without prompting or use of a reference. Use of a CG-P1 or CG-P5 pump to
complete this task is preferred, if available.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, prepare the pump and
put it into operation in accordance with the procedures listed below. The pump
must take suction in order for this task to be considered successful.

Performance Criteria
1. Pump can opened and pump removed.
2. Checked oil and fuel tank.
3. Fuel tank mounted and connected.
4, Discharge hose connected and unrolled.
5. Suction hose connected.
6. Suction hose strainer placed in water.

7. Pump primed.

8. Pump engine started within 6 pulls.

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References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

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Task BCM-07-06-AUX

Stand a Towing Watch

Chapters 1 and 17, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Performed at any time underway on an Auxiliary facility while taking another
boat in tow. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a
reference.

Tn response to the mentor, the trainee must state and demonstrate how to stand a
towing watch in accordance with the guidelines listed below.

Performance Criteria

1. Stated predetermined danger signals/emergency communications for towed
boat.

2. Stated signs of danger to watch for during a stern tow. (Towed boat’s yawing,
jerking, strain on the towline, shockloading, or too taut or slack, etc.)

3. Kept both the towline and towed boat under constant observation.
4. Kept chafing gear riding in place.
5. Identified tow as in or out of step and proper catenary maintained.

6. Reported important developments to the coxswain, in a loud clear voice, and
continued reporting unti! receiving confirmation from the coxswain.

7. Kept deck, (snapback danger area), clear of all unnecessary lines, gear and
personnel.

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Appendix A - RECORD OF COMPLETED TASKS

CREW MEMBER
Trainee’s Name: Member Number:
Section A
Crew Efficiency Factors, Risk Factors and Team Coordination
Task Deseription Mentor Initials | Date

BCM-01-01-AUX | Crew Fatigue
(old ACW-1-2-05)

BCM-01-02-AUX | Sun And Heat Related Factors

BCM-01-03-AUX | Team Coordination Training

Section B
Physical Fitness, First Aid and Survival
Task Description Mentor Initials | Date

BCM-02-01-AUX | Personal Physical Requirements And
Policy

BCM-02-02-AUX | Crew First Aid Responsibility

BCM-02-03-AUX | State The Symptoms And Treatment
(old ACW-1-2-01) For Shock

BCM-02-04-AUX | State The Symptoms And Treatment For
Anaphylactic Shock

BCM-02-05-AUX | Demonstrate Direct Pressure, Pressure Point:
(old ACW-1-2-06) And Tourniquet Method To Control Bleedin:

BCM-02-06-AUX | State The Signs And Treatment For Burns
(old ACW-1-2-02)

BCM-02-07-AUX | State The Symptoms And Treatment For
(old ACW-1-2-04) Hypothermia

BCM-02-08-AUX | Don An Anti-Exposure Coverall Or Dry
Suit And Enter The Water (Optional)

BCM-02-09-AUX | Identify Boat Crew Personal Survival
(ald ACW-1-3-0]) Equipment

BCM-02-10-AUX | Use The Emergency Signaling Mirror
(old ACW-1-3-01)

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Task BCM-04-01-AUX
Task Assist in Anchoring the Boat
References Chapters 1 and 10, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,

COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Conditions Performed at any time onboard an Auxiliary facility while anchoring the boat.
Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must demonstrate, in the proper sequence,
the correct method for handling the boat’s ground tackle to anchor the boat.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Crew briefing conducted and information received from coxswain.
2. Line broken out and anchor attached, (if applicable).
3. Anchor lowered over the side at coxswain’s command.

4. Anchor line payed out (veered), coxswain informed of the direction line
tending at all times.

5. Anchor line secured and tied off at the coxswain’s command.
6. Explained how to apply chafing gear.

7. Described the duties of the anchor watch.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Task BCM-08-01-AUX

Task Basic Knowledge of Boating Skills
References Chapter 3, Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual, COMDTINST M16794.51
(series)
Conditions Auxiliary member must complete the requirement prior to entering the Auxiliary
boat crew qualification program.
Standards Auxiliary members must show proof of having satisfactorily completed one of
the following prerequisites for basic knowledge of boating skills.
Completed Performance Criteria
1. Completed the Auxiliary Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course, or
2. Completed the Sailing Fundamentals (SF) course, or
3. Completed the Sailing and Seamanship (S&S) course, or
4. Completed the Boating Safely (BSC) course, or
5. Completed the U.S. Power Squadron’s basic boating course, or
6. Challenged and passed the closed book exam for one of the above courses.
Accomplished QE’s signature Date

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Accomplished

Name:

Task BCM-06-08-AUX

Determine the Depth of Water Using a Fathometer and/or
Sounding Pole

Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Manufacturers Operators Manual

Performed anytime underway, in calm weather conditions, onboard an Auxiliary
facility. Demonstration should be done in an area that is known to have accurate
charted soundings. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a
reference. When operating in shallow water a sounding pole may be used.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, identify different parts of the
fathometer. Soundings should be within 10% (allowing for range of tide) of the
charted depth when working in water under thirty feet.

Performance Criteria
1. Fathometer turned on and adjusted.
2. Fathometer placed on appropriate range, (Feet, Fathoms, or Meters).

3. Readings taken in three different positions, (mentor should fix position and
verify readings).

4, Discussed relationship of the transducer’ s location on the boat to the actual
depth of water.

5. Conducted two soundings with a sounding pole (if applicable).

Mentor signature Date

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Task BCM-02-09-AUX

Task Identify Boat Crew Personnel Survival Equipment

References Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)
Chapter 4, Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual,

COMDTINST M16798.3 (series)

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, state the policy for
wearing PFD’s, and the survival equipment required while on a surface patrol or
mission.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Stated the types of PFD’s required to be worn when on patrol.

2. Stated the required survival equipment that must be on the PFD.
3. Stated the type of flares/smoke that must be used and the policy as to when
required to be carried on the PFD,

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Task BCM-03-03-AUX (Continued)
12. Made figure eights around both horns, (if applicable).
13. Identified and located Sampson post(s) on boat, (if applicable).

14. Made complete round turn around the base of the Sampson post, (if
applicable).

15. Made several figure eights around horns of the post, (if applicable).

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NAME:

TASK BCM-02-09-AUX: Identify Boat Crew Personnel
Survival Equipment

1. The equipment in a Boat Crew Personnel Survival kit provides crewmembers a means
to on the

2. List the Boat Crew Personnel Survival Equipment that must be attached to each PFD:
a.

b.

TASK BCM-02-10-AUX: Use The Emergency Signal Mirror

1. The emergency signaling mirror is used to attract the attention of passing
> or boats.

2. Reflected light from the emergency signal mirror can be seen at a
origin.

from the point of

3. It does this by light at them.

4. Touse the mirror you should face a point about between the sun
and the object you wish to signal.

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Introduction

In this section

Section D. Boat Handling

The following are general objectives for Section D:

* Demonstrate ability to assist in anchoring evolutions.

* Demonstrate the ability to participate in the common watches

performed aboard Auxiliary facilities.

* Demonstrate ability to perform line-handling duties.

This section contains nine tasks:

Task Number Task See Page
BCM-04-01-AUX. Assist In Anchoring The Boat 2-35,
BCM-04-02-AUX Assist In Weighing The Boats Anchor 2-36
BCM-04-03-AUX Identify Common Navigation Lights 2-37
Displayed By Ships And Boats

BCM-04-04-AUX Identify Common Sound Signals Used By 2-38
Ships And Boats

BCM-04-05-AUX Identify And Describe Accepted 2-39
Maritime Distress Signals

BCM-04-06-AUX Stand A Lookout Watch 2-40

BCM-04-07-AUX Act As A Helmsman And Sicer A 2-41
Compass Course

BCM-04-08-AUX Cast Off And Stow Lines And Fenders 2-42

BCM-04-09-AUX Prepare For, Moor And Secure Boat To A 2-43
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15. Ranges are indicated by the symbol for lights and a
indicating the direction.

16. Day beacons are indicated by small

TASK BCM-06-02-AUX: Identify Common Aids To Navigation
Used In Small Boat Piloting

1. When steering on a range if the top and bottom marks are in line it means you are
of the center of the channel.

2, A conical, unlighted buoy is called a buoy.

3. Channel buoys that are painted green should be taken on the
side of the boat when entering a harbor.

4. are aids to navigation that are attached directly
to the earth’s surface.

5. White and yellow lights have significance.

TASK BCM-06-03-AUX: Identify Local Landmarks Used For
Piloting On A Nautical Chart

1. Prominent landmarks such as towers smoke stacks, and flagpoles are pinpointed by a
standard symbol of a dot surrounded by a

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-03-04-AUX

Assist The Coxswain With A Pre-Underway Check-Off Aboard
An Auxiliary Facility

Chapter 1, and Appendix 1-C, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Chapter 2, Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual,
COMDTINST M16798.3 (series)

Performed on board an Operational Auxiliary Facility. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting. A pre-underway check-off sheet may be used. A line
diagram of the equipment location on the facility may be used.

Tn response to the mentor, the trainee must conduct a Pre-Underway check-off for
the facility to locate and check for proper operation, condition and stowage of
required equipment. Routine mechanical, electrical and engine checks shall also
be done. Check-off’s should be performed using Appendix 1-C or an up to date
prepared checklist for the facility that covers the specific performance criteria
listed below.

Performance Criteria
1. Verified appropriate Coast Guard Patrol Orders have been issued.

2. Located and verified the proper operation, condition and stowage of the
following equipment:

a. Personal Floatation Device (PFD)

Ss

. Fire Extinguishers
c. Visual Distress Signals
d. Anchor(s) and anchor line(s)

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Task BCM-07-01-AUX

Task Participate in a Man Overboard Evolution as a Pointer

References Chapter 16, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Conditions Performed during daylight in calm sea conditions, while underway on an
Auxiliary facility. Under no circumstances will any person enter the water to
simulate a victim. The use of a fender, floating device, or a life-like dummy,
(“Oscar”), is recommended. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or
use of a reference.

Standards Tn response to the mentor, the trainee must perform the task steps without
hesitation.
Completed Performance Criteria

1. Seeing a person fall overboard sounded the alarm (“MAN OVERBOARD
PORT/STARBOARD SIDE”).

2. Kept PEW continuously in sight.
3. Kept Coxswain informed of the PIW’s position, both vocally and by pointing.

4. On command from the Coxswain, moved to assist with the pickup of the
PIW.

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Task BCM-07-08-AUX (Continued)

4,

Used walking fenders as needed, did not use hands or feet to fend off,
Passed and handled alongside lines as directed by Coxswain.

Made off alongside lines with round turn and at least 2 figure eights on the
designated cleat and stood by to adjust lines as directed by Coxswain.

Repeated and executed all commands, and made reports as all line-handling
evolutions were complete. (Continued to repeat completed reports until
acknowledged by the Coxswain).

All lines adjusted and secured at Coxswain’s direction.

Stood alongside tow watch in accordance with Task BMC 07-07-AUX,

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Introduction

In this section

Section C.

Marlinespike Seamanship,
Boat Nomenclature,

Nautical Terminology, and

Basic Stability

The following are general objectives for Section C:

« Identify and explain the use of and be able to consistently tie the
basic knots and hitches used aboard Coast Guard Auxiliary

facilities.

* Demonstrate the ability to secure lines of various sizes to several
types of deck and dock fittings.

« Locate and identify equipment carried aboard Coast Guard
Auxiliary facilities

This section contains four tasks.

Task Number Task See Page

BCM-03-01-AUX Identify The Different Parts Of A Line. 2-25

And The Hitches Used In Line Handling
BCM-03-02-AUX Tie Various Knots, Hitches And Bends 2-27
BCM-03-03-AUX Secure Lines To Cleats, Bitts And Posts 2-28
BCM-03-04-AUX Assist The Coxswain With A Pre- 2-30

Underway Check-Off Aboard An

Auxiliary Facility

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TASK BCM-04-04-AUX: Identify The Common Sound Signals
Used By Ships And Boats

1. A short blast is a blast of about second(s) duration.

2. A prolonged blast is from to seconds in duration.

3. Vessels 12 meters in length or more must carry a along with a
whistle.

4. If you hear a gong you know the vessel is at least meters long.

5. Vessels under 12 meters in length are required to

6. A power driven vessel underway in conditions of reduced visibility sounds

7. Sailing vessels during periods of reduced visibility sound

8. Vessels thatare_  CC~—“*;‘“‘S*S*SCCUie@’ bells: and ong.

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TASK BCM-02-05-AUX: Demonstrate Direct Pressure,
Pressure Points, And Tourniquet Methods To Control
Bleeding

1. Arterial bleeding is red and tends to out,
2. Venous bleeding is red and flows
3. The three methods used to stop bleeding are pressure,
pressure and
4. They should be used in what order?
a)
b)
c)
5. A tourniquet should only be used when both other methods have ___

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Section C. Reading Assignments —
Marlinespike Seamanship, Boat
Nomenclature and Basic Stability
Overview
Introduction The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning
instruction of each task.
jn this section This section contains the following reading assignments.
Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-03-01-AUX Chapter 7, Section D, Boat Crew 7-33
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)
BCM-03-02-AUX Chapter 7, Section D, Boat Crew 7-33
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINSTM161 14.5 (series)
BCM-03-03-AUX Chapter 7, Section E, Boat Crew 7-65

Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5
(series)

BCM-03-04-AUX

None assigned

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TASK BCM-04-01-AUX: Assist In Anchoring The Boat

1. The of the anchor dig into the bottom to provide holding power.

2. The chaffing chain tends to the angle of pull of the anchor and assists in
of the anchor line on the

3. A is used to attach the chain so that the anchor line can spin
freely.

4. Never stand in the of an anchor line.

5. The anchor should be over the side, never

6. The anchor line should always form an angle of or less with the bottom.

TASK BCM-04-02-AUX: Assist In Weighing The Boat's
Anchor

1. Slack in the anchor line should be as the boat is
moved ahead.

2. As the line is brought aboard it should be faked or stowed below

3. Tf the anchor refuses to break free the line should be around the
forward bitt while the coxswain moves ahead a few feet to break it free.

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NAME:

Section H.

Auxiliary Specific Tasks

Reading Assignments —

Overview
Introduction The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning
instruction of each task.
In this section This section contains the following reading assignments.
Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-08-01-AUX * None assigned

BCM-08-02-AUX

@ ~=None assigned

BCM-08-03-AUX

* None assigned

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COMDTINST M16794.52

a. Establishment of the Boat Crew Seamanship Manual as the primary training reference for
the Auxiliary boat crew program.

b. Separation of the qualification tasks contained in the Auxiliary Boat Crew Training and
Qualification Guide—Crewman and Coxswain into two separate volumes, plus the
introduction of a new set of qualification tasks for PWC operator, in a third volume.

c. Incorporation of team coordination, operational risk management, and crew efficiency
factors into the Auxiliary boat crew program.

d. Changing the qualification task numbering system to that used by the active duty program.
e. Formatting the manual in “information mapping” style for easy reading and reference.

f. Establishment of a requirement for a dockside oral examination and an underway check
ride prior to certification.

5. PROCEDURES. Auxiliarists who are currently in training under the Auxiliary Boat Crew
Training Qualification Guide—Crewman and Coxswain, COMDTINST M16798.28, may
continue to use the qualification tasks (chapter eight) in that Guide until 31 December 2001.
Most qualification tasks under the old program can be transferred to the new program using
the cross-reference table in Section 1.B.

6. FORMS AVAILABILITY. All forms required by this Guide may be ordered from the
Auxiliary National Supply Center.

TERRY M. CROSS
Assistant Commandant for Operations


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NAME:

TASK BCM-07-03-AUX: Participate In A Basket Hoist

1. There are emergency exits on the HH-60] helicopter.
2. The HH-60] is amphibious. TRUE/FALSE
3. There are emergency exits on the HH65A.

4, The HH6SA is not amphibious. TRUE/FALSE

5. The basket should be before being touched by any
crewmember,
6. Trail line, basket slings, or hoisting cables should never be to be boat during

the operation

7. The hoisting cable and trail lines should be at all times.

8. During breakaway procedures the CREWMEMBER is responsible for
the litter or basket, line, and loose cable over the slide.

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NAME:

TASK BCM-01-01-AUX: Crew Fatigue

1. Mental and physical fatigue are among the

during rough weather operations.

2. The primary symptoms of fatigue are: (list three)
.
.
.
3. Some preventive measures are: (list three)
.
e
°
4. Some other environmental conditions that also promote fatigue are: (list two)

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In this section

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Section F. Navigation

The following are general objectives for Section F:
« Demonstrate the use of a nautical chart.

« Demonstrate the ability to identify navigation and general
landmark symbols on a nautical chart.

* Demonstrate the ability to plan a voyage by laying down a
trackline across safe water and through marked channels.

¢ Demonstrate the ability to take a fix and plot a position on a chart.

* Demonstrate ability to calculate actual speed of vessel, determine
amount of water beneath keel, and recommend adjustments to
vessel’s course and speed to match voyage plan.

This section contains eight tasks:

Task Number Task See Page

BCM-06-01-AUX Identify The Basic Parts, Symbols And 2-48
Abbreviations Found On A Nautical
Chart

BCM-06-02-AUX {dentify Common Aids To Navigation 2-50
Used In Small Boat Piloting

BCM-06-03-AUX Identify Local Landmarks Used In 2-51
Piloting

BCM-06-04-AUX Plot A Position Using Latitude And 2-52
Longitude (Optional)

BCM-06-05-AUX Plot A Magnetic Course On A Nautical 2-53
Chart (Optional)

BCM-06-06-AUX Measure Distance On A Nautical Chart 2-54
(Optional)

BCM-06-07-AUX Compute Time, Speed And Distance 2-55
(Optional)

BCM-06-08-AUX Determine The Depth Of Water Using A 2-56
Fathometer And/Or Sounding Pole

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Task BCM-03-04-AUX (Continued)
b, Secured boat for sea (no loose gear)
c. Displayed proper flags and signboards
d. Opened sea suction.
e. Ventilated the engine compartment before starting engine(s)
f. Started the engine(s)
g. Engine/marine gear oil pressure satisfactory (if equipped)
h. Checked cooling water overboard discharge
i. Energized the electrical and electronic systems (bilge pumps, etc.)
j. Engine/Marine gear oil pressure satisfactory (if equipped)
k. Disconnected shore tie
6. Tested the following electronic equipment (if equipped):
a, VWHE-FM radio(s)
b. Loudhailer
c. Fathometer
d. LORAN C/GPS/DGPS
e. RADAR

7. Tested engine controls in forward and reverse with lines still attached to the
dock, noted the reaction.

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-08-04-AUX

Underway Check Ride

Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)
Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual, COMDTINST M16794.51 (series)
Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual, COMDTINST M16798.3 (series)

District SOPs, Policy Manuals, and other local Instructions

Performed underway on an Auxiliary Facility in calm sea conditions. Trainee
must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the QE and as directed by the coxswain, trainee must answer
questions on, and perform the below listed evolutions as the crewmember.

NOTE: The QE may add tasks to the performance criteria if he/she feels it
necessary to evaluate a trainee’s readiness for qualification. The addition of any
tasks will be reported to Commandant (G-OCX-2) via the Director of Auxiliary
for possible inclusion in future revisions of the program.

Performance Criteria
1. Assisted coxswain with a pre-underway check-off.
2. Participated in a pre-underway brief.

3. Correctly donned a PFD and demonstrated an understanding of the use of
personnel survival equipment.

4, Efficiently and safely handled mooring lines while getting underway and
secured the boat for sea.

5. Stood an alert helm watch, with the correct responses to the coxswain’s
commands.

6. Stood an alert lookout watch, correctly reporting distance and relative
bearings of objects and sounds encountered.

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In this section BCM-02-13-AUX Operate The Personal Marker Light 221
. PML,
(Continued) (PML)
BCM-02-14-AUX State Survival Procedures In Event The 2-22
Boat Capsizes
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Task BCM-01-01-AUX

Task Crew Fatigue
References Chapter 3, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)
Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.
Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must either demonstrate knowledge or
perform each task to the minimum standards included in each performance step.
Completed Performance Criteria
1. Described the situations that may cause fatigue.
2. Stated the crew’s responsibility.
3. Described the primary symptoms of fatigue.
4. Described the prevention measures.
Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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NAME:
Section A. Reading Assignments — Crew
Efficiency Factors, Risk Factors and Team
Coordination
Overview
Introduction The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning
instruction of each task.
In this section This section contains the following reading assignments
Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM_O1-01-AUX Chapter 3, Section B, Boat Crew 39
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)
BCM-01-02-AUX Chapter 3, Section H, Boat Crew 3-29

Scamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

BCM-01-03-AUX

None assigned



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Standards

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Task BCM-02-08-AUX

Don An Anti-Exposure Coverall Or Dry Suit And Enter The
Water (Optional)

Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Chapter 3, Coast Guard Rescue and Survival Systems Manual,
COMDTINST M10470. 10 (series)

Must be completed by entering the water. Trainee should be wearing all other
survival gear consistent with the weather and water temperature. Trainee must
accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

Anti-exposure coverall or dry suit must be broken out and donned four minutes
after receiving an instruction from the memtor. Anti-exposure coverall should fit
snugly against the body and all straps must be secured. Trainee must enter the
water in the manner prescribed in the steps below. If dry suit is used, proper
undergarments and PFD must be worn.

Performance Criteria
1. Anti-exposure coveralls donned
2. All wrist and ankle seals secured.
3. All other zippers and/or seals secured.
4, Hood pulled up over head and secured.
5. Gloves donned.
6. All signaling gear attached.
7. Surrounding water checked for debris.

8. Eyes straight ahead.


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NAME:

TASK BCM-02-07-AUX: State The Symptoms And Treatment

For Hypothermia

1. Hypothermia is defined as an abnormal loss of body heat

2. Victims with temperatures down to 95(0) may exhibit

3. As victims get colder they wil! exhibit mild clouding of capacity and
shivering will

4, As the victim’s temperature drops below 86(0) his breathing rate will be

5. The first step in treating hypothermia victims is to remove them from the

environment.

6. Lay unconscious or semi-conscious victims up, with
their head slightly than the rest of their body.

7. Victims should be insulated from further heat loss by wrapping them in a

8. Victims should / should not be offered food or drink.

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NAME:

Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-06-06-AUX e Chapter 14, Section D, Boat 14-61
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)
BCM-06-07-AUX * Chapter 14, Section D, Boat 14-61

Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

BCM-06-08-AUX

None assigned

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References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Accomplished

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Task BCM-04-05-AUX

Identify and Describe Accepted Maritime Distress Signals

Chapter 11, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Rule 37, Navigation Rules International-Inland,
COMDTINST M16672.2 (series)

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, identify and describe at
least six of the seventeen accepted maritime distress signals.

Performance Criteria
1. Named at least six of the 17 accepted maritime distress signals.

Mentor signature. Date



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NAME:

TASK BCM-02-04-AUX: State The Symptoms And Treatment
For Anaphylactic Shock

1. Anaphylactic shock is a rapid, extreme

2. Eating ingesting particular types of berries or
can cause anaphylactic shock.

3. Symptoms of anaphylactic shock include:
. Skin:
. Swelling of lips; tongue; feet; throat; hands
° Respiratory tract:
4. Anaphylactic shock requires medication to counteract the

to the substance. If the victim carries an
kit, you may assist them in administration, if trained.

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In this section

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Section G. Mission Oriented Operations

The following are general objectives for Section G:

¢ Demonstrate actions to take during a Man Overboard emergency.

¢ Demonstrate procedures to signal an emergency.

¢ Demonstrate procedures for helo hoist operation.

¢ Demonstrate procedures for towing astern and alongside.

© Demonstrate procedures for dewatering another vessel.

* Demonstrate procedures to combat a fire onboard own vessel or

another vessel.

This section contains thirteen tasks:

Task Number Task See Page

BCM-07-01-AUX Participate In A Man Overboard 2-59
Evolution As A Pointer

BCM-07-02-AUX Participate In A Man Overboard 2-60
Evolution As A Recovery/Pick-Up Man

BCM-07-03-AUX Participate In A Basket Hoist (Optional) 2-61

BCM-07-04-AUX Bend A Heaving Line To A Bridle And 2-63
Pass The Heaving Line To Another Boat

BCM-07-05-AUX Pass A Towline (Bridle) To Another Boat 2-64
And Take In Stern Tow

BCM-07-06-AUX Stand A Towing Watch 2-65

BCM-07-07-AUX Connect A Towline To A Trailer Eye 2-67
Bolt Using A Kicker/Skiff Hook

BCM-07-08-AUX Take A Boat In Alongside Tow 2-68
(Waiverable by DIRAUX)

BCM-07-09-AUX Prepare A Portable Pump For Operations 2-70
And Obtain Suction (Optional)

BCM-07-10-AUX Identify The Different Classes Of Fires 272
And State The Fuel And Primary
Extinguishing Agents Associated With
Each

BCM-07-11-AUX Locate And Operate The Boat’s 2-73
Dewatering Equipment

BCM-07-12-AUX Operate A CO2 Fire Extinguisher 2-74
(Simulate)

Continued on next page

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Conditions

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Completed

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Task BCM-02-02-AUX

Crew First Aid Responsibility

Chapter 5, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Chapter 4, Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual,
COMDTINST M16798.3 (series)

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

Trainee must demonstrate knowledge of key elements of crew responsibilities for
tendering first aid.

Performance Criteria

1. Stated the policy for rendering first aid, including CPR, by an Auxiliary
member.

Mentor signature Date.

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References

Conditions

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Completed

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Task BCM-07-13-AUX

Operate a Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher (Simulate)

Chapter 18, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Fire extinguisher’s operating instructions

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must demonstrate the use of a Dry
Chemical fire extinguisher in accordance with the guidelines below and the
extinguishers operating instructions.

Performance Criteria

1. Identified the safety pin.

2, Explained how puncture lever is activated, and why this is done.

3. Demonstrated approaching the simulated fire from the windward side.
4. Remained at least 8 feet from the fire.

5, Extinguisher pointed at base of fire, discharge procedure explained while
sweeping the fire with the extinguishing agent.

Mentor signature Date

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B.2.e. Standards
(Continued)

B.2.f. Performance
Criteria

B.2.g. Verification

B.3. Optional Tasks

B.4. Waiverable
Tasks

@ Skill Tasks: Candidate must be able to perform all performance tasks
without prompting or assistance from the mentor. Each task
demonstration must follow the correct sequence with little or no
hesitation between the steps for accomplishment.

These steps delineate the procedure that is best followed for performing
each task. They can be utilized two basic ways.

© To Aid in Learning the Task: Some steps for task accomplishment
follow exact procedures which are required for performing a particular
operation or using a specific piece of equipment, while others serve as
genera! guidelines for task completion.

®@ To Provide a Performance Check: The steps provide a check list
which can be used by the mentor to evaluate the trainee’s
performance.

The designated mentor must print his/her name, sign and date this line
attesting that the candidate successfully performed the task in accordance
with the prescribed standards. The mentor does not need to initial or sign
each performance criterion.

Some tasks are designated as optional, Completion of these optional tasks
is not required for qualification. Optional tasks are intended to give trainees
additional opportunities to learn valuable boat crew skills, either during or
after the qualification process.

Optional tasks may not be made mandatory. Further, no additional tasks
may be added or required to achieve qualification or certification. See
additional guidance regarding certification in Auxiliary Boat Crew Training
Manual, Section 4.A.4.

Tasks involving certain boat handling evolutions may be waived by the
Director, as indicated in the Standards section of the task. The Director
may waive these tasks if, given the mission requirements, the nature of the
waters, and/or the types of Auxiliary facilities in the district, the evolution is
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Chapter 2: Crew Member Qualification Tasks

In this section
(Continued)

Task Number

Task

See Page

BCM-07-13-AUX

Operate A Dry Chemical Fire
Extinguisher (Simulate)

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-07-05-AUX

Pass a Towline (Bridle) to Another Boat and Take in Stern Tow

Chapter 17, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at any time underway on an Auxiliary facility while taking another
boat in tow. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a
reference.

Tn response to the mentor, the trainee must in accordance with the procedures
listed below, perform all line handling related to passing a towline. All
commands by the coxswain must be confirmed by repeating the command, and
must be stated, in a loud and clear voice to the coxswain, when accomplished.

Performance Criteria

1. Passed the towline to the disabled boat (a heaving line may or may not be
used).

2. Tended towline while people on disabled boat made attachment.

3. Tended towline away from propellers, made fast to towing bitt or cleats (if
not already secured), and paid out towline until proper catenary is obtained as
directed.

4. Rigged chafing gear where needed and at the command of the coxswain.

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date

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NAME:

TASK BCM-02-03-AUX: State The Symptoms And Treatment
For Shock

1. List four signs and symptoms of shock:
a.
b.
c.
d.
2. Initial treatment for shock ineindes limiting , ideally have the
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Task BCM-07-03-AUX (Continued)

7. Placed or described placing a person to be hoisted in the basket, (properly
wearing a PFD), and directed them to keep limbs inside the basket.

8. Demonstrated or described reattaching rescue device to helicopter’s rescue
hook, which is connected to the hoisting cable.

9. Demonstrated giving the “ thumbs up “ sign to the helicopter when ready to
hoist.

10. Demonstrated or described tending trail line hand over hand while basket is

lifted from the boat by the helicopter. DID NOT THROW WEIGHTED
END OF TRAIL LINE.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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NAME:

TASK BCM-01-02-AUX: Sun And Heat Related Factors

L Continuous exposure to the sun can cause and
such as
2. For additional information on heat related injuries, refer to
COMDTPUB.
3. Personnel, who are not accustomed to strenuous physical activity in hot and humid
environments, are to heat injuries.

contributes to this susceptibility.

4, Many synthetic fabrics reduce the and
of sweat needed to achieve optimum heat loss by

5. Clothing and equipment should be worn so that there is
.between the uniform and the body
surface.
6. Cumulative fatigue may develop
7. The body needs water only in quantities sufficient to prevent
and imbalances that result from
. Under conditions of profuse sweating, each
person will require or more of fluid intake per
8. The average diet provides from to grams of salt daily. This

amount of salt is adequate for the prevention of most heat related illnesses.



Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

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Task BCM-07-11-AUX

Locate and Operate Boat’s Dewatering Equipment

Auxiliary Facility Pre-Underway check-off list and/or diagram

Manufacturer’s Operating Instructions

Performed onboard an Auxiliary facility. Dewatering equipment should be listed
on the facility’s pre-underway check-off sheet and/or displayed on the facility’s
diagram. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting. Use of a reference is
permitted.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, locate, set up and operate the boat’s
dewatering equipment (gasoline-powered pump, high capacity, manual or electric
bailing pump). Demonstrating proficiency with a simple bailing bucket will be
sufficient for passing this task.

Performance Criteria
1. Located dewatering pump.
2. Correctly set up dewatering pump.
3. Monitored pump and all hoses while dewatering.

4. Pump drained, flushed, fueled, (as applicable), and secured after use.

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date

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References

Conditions

Standards

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Task BCM-04-07-AUX

Act as a Helmsman and Steer a Compass Course

Chapter 1, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Performed underway in calm conditions. Trainee must accomplish task without
prompting or use of a reference.

Tn response to the coxswain’s command, the trainee must repeat and perform
various helm, throttle, and shift commands. Al! commands must be repeated, (in
a loud clear voice), until acknowledged by the coxswain.

Performance Criteria
1. Checked with coxswain for any special instructions and course to steer.

2. Altered course, (at least 35 degrees), steadied up on the new course and
maintained course within 5 degrees for a 10 minute staged run, (minor
changes in heading to avoid debris and other objects in the water are
acceptable).

3. Monitored the engine(s) gauge(s), fathometer, and other electronic gear as
needed.

4. Responded to engine speed commands.

5. Kept careful watch of the surrounding area.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Accomplished

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Name:

Task BCM-04-03-AUX

Identify Common Navigation Lights Displayed by Ships and
Boats

Part C, Navigation Rules International-Inland, COMDTINST M16672.2 (series)

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock or afloat, naming the signals listed
when presented with a picture or actual light by the mentor. Trainee must
accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

in response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, identify verbally, the
navigational light and/or rule listed below.

Performance Criteria
1. Port sidelight.
2. Starboard sidelight.
3. Stern light.
4. Masthead light.
5. Anchor light.
6. Small boat combination light.
7. State when boats are required to display navigational lights.

Mentor signature Date.

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Appendix B - AUXILIARY CREW MEMBER TASK CROSS

REFERENCE

OLD TASK NEW TASK
ACW-1-1-01 BCNE03-03-AUX
BCM-03-01-AUX

ACW-1-1-02 BCM-03-02-AUX
BCM-03-03-AUX

ACW-1-1-03 BCM-04-09-AUX
ACWA2-01 BCM-02-03-AUX
ACW-1-2-02 BCM-02-06-AUX

ACW-1-2-03 None

ACW-1-2-04 BCM-02-07-AUX
ACW-1-2.05 BCM-0LOFAUX
ACW.1-2-06 BCM-02-05-AUX
BCM-02-09-AUX

BCM-02-10-AUX

ACW1-3-01 BCM-02-12-AUX
BCM.02-13-AUX

ACW-1-3-02 BCM.07-09-AUX
ACW-1-3-03 BCM-07-10-AUX
ACW-1-3-04 BCM-07-11-AUX
BCM-07-12-AUX

ACW-1-3-05 BCM-07-13-AUX
AGW1306 BCM-03-14-AUX
ACW.1-4-01 BCM-05-01-AUX
BCM-02-11-AUX

ACW-1-4-02 BCM-04-05-AUX
ACW15-01 BCM-03-04- AUX
ACW2-101 BCM-04-08-AUX
ACW.2-1-02 BCM-04-09-AUX
ACW-2-1-03 BCM.04-09AUX
ACW-2-2-01 BCM-05-02-AUX
ACW.2-3-01 BCM-04-06-AUX
ACW.2-3-02 BCM-04.07-AUK
ACW-2-3-03 BCM-06-08-AUX
BCM-06-02-AUX

ACW-2-3-04 BCM-06-03-AUX
BCM.06-01-AUX

ACW-2-3-05 BCM.06-03-AUX
ACW2-3.06 BCM.04-03-AUX
ACW.2.3.07 BCM-04-04-AUX
ACW.2-3-08 BCM.04-01-AUX
AGW.2.3-09 BCM-04-02-AUX
ACW-2-4-01 BCM.07-01-AUX
ACW-2-4-02 BCM.07-02-AUX
ACW-2-4-03 BCM.07-11-AUX
ACW-3-1-01 BCM.07-04-AUX
ACW-3-1-02 BCM.07.05-AUX
ACW-3-1-03 j BCM-07-05-AUX
ACW.3-1-04 BCM-07-07-AUX

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Standards

Completed

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Task BCM-03-03-AUX

Secure Lines To Cleats, Bitts And Posts

Chapter 7, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Performed ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish task without
prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, demonstrate the correct method for
securing a line to cleats, bitts, and posts. Once the line is secured, it must not slip
or jam, and must be easily slackened for casting off.

9.

Performance Criteria
Located all cleats on boat.
Placed complete round turn around the base of the cleat.
Led line over the top of the cleat and around the horns to form a figure eight.
Secured additional figure eights until the line is secured.

Fed eye of the line through the opening in the base of the cleat, (if
applicable).

Looped line back over horns and pulled taut, (if applicable).
Placed eye of first mooring line over the cleat.
Ran eye of second mooring line through the eye of the first.

Placed eye of second mooring line over the cleat.

10. Identified and located all bitts on boat, (if applicable).

11. Made a complete turn around the near horn, (if applicable).

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Task BCM-03-04-AUX (Continued)

y. Current Rules of the Road publication
3. Completed required mechanical, electrical and engine checks listed below:
a. Oil level
b. Water level
c. Reduction gear oil level (if applicable)
d. Fuel system and fuel shut off valves
e. Ventilation system
4. Participated in crew briefing, including:
a. Purpose of the mission
b. Any special circumstances concerning the mission
c. Working radio frequency to be used for the mission
d. Expected weather and sea conditions
e. Crewmembers in proper uniform and equipment, (PFD’s, etc.)

f. Confirmed crewmembers are physically capable to perform the
mission

g. Discussed Operational Risk Management and encouraged team
coordination

h. Discussed the policy on the wearing of jewelry. Crew is in
compliance

5. Made the following preparations for getting underway:

a. Secured all openings

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Task BCM-07-03-AUX

Participate in a Basket Hoist (Optional)

Chapter 19, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at any time ashore or underway, during daylight in fair weather
conditions. If possible, the facility should coordinate with the local Coast Guard
unit an actual lift during a scheduled helicopter ops-training session. All
crewmembers should wear helmets, PFD’s or anti-exposure coveralls and
goggles. Basket and/or line must not become entangled or otherwise attached to
the boat at any time. The basket must be grounded to the boat before the
crewmember handles it. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use
of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, demonstrate or describe during a
walk through, the following concerns during helicopter hoisting operations.

Performance Criteria

1. Described the causes of static electricity build up on helicopter hoisting
cables and rescue devices.

2. Demonstrated or described safety requirements.

3. Demonstrated or explained the use of the trail line and the situations where its
use would be required.

4. Secured all loose gear, (hatch covers, canvas covers, seat cushions, and
anything else that may fly). Lowered boat’s antennas and outriggers before
operations.

5. Explained or hauled in trail line using hand over hand method, keeping a
steady strain on the line.

6. Demonstrated or explained grounding of the basket/stokes litter to the deck
and the use of a “Deadman Stick”.

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NAME:

Overview

Introduction

In this section

Section G.

Mission Oriented Operations

Reading Assignments —

The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning

instruction of each task.

This section contains the following reading assignments.

Task Number

Reading Assignment

See Page

BCM-07-01-AUX

Chapter 16, Section A, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

16-3

BCM-07-02-AUX

Chapter 16, Section A, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
{serics)

BCM-07-03-AUX

Chapter 19, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5
(series)

BCM-07-04-AUX

Chapter !7, Section C, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

17-17

BCM-07-05-AUX.

Chapter 17, Section D, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

17-37

BCM-07-06-AUX

Chapter 1, Section C, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

1-13

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Overview

Introduction

In this section

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

NAME:

Section F.

Reading Assignments -

Navigation

The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning

instruction of each task.

This section contains the following reading assignments.

Task Number

Reading Assignment

See Page

BCM-06-01-AUX

Chapter 14, Sections A and B,
Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

14-3
14-15

BCM-06-02-AUX

* Chapter 13, Boat Crew

Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

13-3

BCM-06-03-AUX

Chapter 14, Section B, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTNIST M16114.5
(series)

14-15

BCM-06-04-AUX

Chapter 14, Section D, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

14-61

BCM-06-05-AUX.

Chapter 14, Section C, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

14-37

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Appendix A: Record of Completed Tasks

Section B

Physical Fitness, First Aid and Survival (continued)

Task

Description

Mentor Initials

Date

BCM-02-11-AUX
(old ACW-I-4-02)

Describe The Use Of Hand Held Distress
Flares

BCM-02-12-AUX
(old ACW-1-3-01)

Describe The Use Of Aerial Flares

BCM-02-13-AUX
{old ACW-1-3-01)

Operate The Personal Marker Light
(PML)

BCM-02-14-AUX
(old ACW-1-3-06)

State Survival Procedures In Event The
Boat Capsizes

BCM-02-15-AUX

PFD Swim

Section C
Marlinespike Seamanship, Boat Nomenclature, and Basic Stability
Task Description Mentor Initials | Date
BCM-03-01-AUX | Identify The Different Parts Of A Line
(old ACW-1-1-02) And The Hitches Used In Line Handling
BCM-03-02-AUX | Tie Various Knots, Hitches And Bends
(old ACW-1-1-02)
BCM-03-03-AUX | Secure Lines To Cleats, Bitts And Posts
(old ACW-1-1-01 &
ACW-1-1-03)
BCM-03-04-AUX | Assist The Coxswain With A
(old ACW-1-5-01) Pre-Underway Check-Off Aboard An
Auxiliary Facility
Section D
Boat Handling
Task Description Mentor Initials | Date

BCM-04-01-AUX
(old ACW-2-3-08)

Assist In Anchoring The Boat

BCM-04-02-AUX
(old ACW-2-3-09)

Assist In Weighing The Boats Anchor

BCM-04-03-AUX
(old ACW-2-3-06)

Identify Common Navigation Lights
Displayed By Ships And Boats

| BCM-04-04-AUX
(old ACW-2-3-07)

Identify Common Sound Signals Used
By Ships And Boats

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NAME:

TASK BCM-06-01-AUX: Identify The Basic Parts, Symbols
And Abbreviations Found On A Nautical Chart

10.

ll.

12.

14.

One degree is equal to minutes.

One minute of is equal to one nautical mile.

Lines running from side to side normally indicate
of latitude.

Latitude scales are normally indicated along the margins.

The meridian that passes through Greenwich, England is designated as
degrees.

All meridians intersect at the

Charts are oriented with at the top.

Any location on a chart can be expressed in terms of

and
True direction is printed around the of the compass
rose.
The sounding numbers show the water level at tide.

The scale of a chart is a ratio of a distance on the chart and the actual distance on the

The basic symbol for a buoy is a anda

The color of a buoy symbol indicates the of the buoy.

The symbol for a lighthouse or other fixed light is a black witha
magenta

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Task
References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-04-02-AUX

Assist in Weighing the Boat’s Anchor

Chapter 10, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Performed at any time onboard an Auxiliary facility while weighing the boat’s
anchor. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must demonstrate, in proper sequence, the
method for handling the boats ground tackle to weigh the boat’s anchor.

Performance Criteria
1. Crew brief conducted and hands signals established (if needed).

2. Slack taken out of anchor line, (hand over hand method), as boat moves
ahead. (Indicate direction line tends by hand signals to the coxswain).

3. Signal to coxswain when the anchor line is tending vertical (up and down).

4. Anchor broken free from bottom, (if anchor did not break free, snubbed
anchor line to bitt/cleat while coxswain moved the boat ahead to break it
free).

5. Anchor determined to be clear, clean, and hauled aboard the boat.

6. All ground tackle made up and stowed.

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date

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Chapter 2 Crew Member Qualification Tasks - (continued)

Section H

Chapter 3

Section A

Section B

Section C

BCM-07-09-AUX

BCM-07-10-AUX

BCM-07-11-AUX
BCM-07-12-AUX
BCM-07-13-AUX
Auxiliary Specific Tasks
BCM-08-01-AUX
BCM-08-02-AUX

BCM-08-03-AUX
BCM-08-04-AUX

Crew Member Study Guide.

Reading Assignments -
BCM-01-01-AUX
BCM-01-02-AUX
BCM-01-03-AUX
Reading Assignments ~
BCM-02-01-AUX
BCM-02-02-AUX
BCM-02-03-AUX
BCM-02-04-AUX
BCM-02-05-AUX
BCM-02-06-AUX
BCM-02-07-AUX
BCM-02-08-AUX
BCM-02-09-AUX
BCM-02-10-AUX
BCM-02-11-AUX
BCM-02-12-AUX
BCM-02-13-AUX
BCM-02-14-AUX
BCM-02-15-AUX
Reading Assignments -
BCM-03-01-AUX
BCM-03-02-AUX
BCM-03-03-AUX
BCM-03-04-AUX

Prepare A Portable Pump For Operations And Obtain
Suction (Optional) .......

Identify The Different Classes Of Fires And State The Fuel

And Primary Extinguishing Agents Associated With Each.2-72
Locate And Operate The Boat’s Dewatering Equipment...,.2-73
Operate A CO2 Fire Extinguisher (Simulate)..
Operate A Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher (Simulate,

Basic Knowledge Of Boating Skills

Perform As A Crew Member During A Night Navigation
And Piloting Exercise .

Dockside Oral Examination.
Underway Check Ride .....

None assigned

None assigned

None assigned
None assigned
None assigned

None assigned

None assigned

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Name:
Task BCM-06-05-AUX
Task Plot a Magnetic Course on a Nautical Chart (Optional)
References Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)
Conditions Given a nautical chart of the local operating area and the three positions in task
BCM-06-04-AUX, the trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of
a reference.
Standards in response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, plot the courses within
six minutes.
Completed Performance Criteria
1. Course from point A to point B degrees M.
2. Course from point B to point C degrees M.
3. Course from point C to point A degrees M.
Accomplished Menter signature Date

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Name:

Task BCM-02-01-AUX

Task Personal Physical Requirements And Policy

References Chapter 1, Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual,

COMDTINST M16798.3 (series)

Chapter 3, Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual, COMDTINST 16794.51

(series)

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must state the physical requirements to be
demonstrated and policies required to be practiced to participate as an Auxiliary
crewmember, in the Auxiliary Boat Crew program.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Stated the physical requirements necessary to participate in the Auxiliary

Boat Crew program.

2. Stated the policy and responsibility of a crew member when that member is
unable or unfit to perform required duties on an ordered mission.

3. Stated the policy and responsibility of a crew member that becomes aware of
an incapacity, disability, or other disqualifying condition in another crew
member.

4. Stated who is responsible to abort the operational mission if the crew member
or coxswain is reported to unfit to perform assigned duties.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Name:

Task BCM-06-03-AUX

Identify Local Landmarks Used in Piloting on a Nautical Chart

Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed while underway, using a nautical chart of the local operating area.
Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must point out prominent landmarks.
Trainee must, correctly identify on the chart those objects pointed out.

Performance Criteria
1. Identified major piers and docks in local operating area.

2. Identified any prominent submerged or partially submerged object in the local
operating area, (such as rocks, wrecks, etc.).

3. Identified prominent navigational landmarks in the local operating area (such
as antennas, towers, buildings, etc.).

4, Identified prominent buildings and structures used as navigational landmarks
in the local operating area.

5. Identified all prominent landmarks in the local operating area.

6. Identified all bridges and their types in the local operating area.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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NAME:

TASK BCM-07-04-AUX: Bend A Heaving Line To A Bridle
And Pass The Heaving Line To Another Boat

1. You cannot tow beyond the design characteristics of any towing boat simply by
the size of the towline.

2. Thimbles are designed to load on the eye and provide
maximum. protection to the inner top of the eye.
3. The towline should be inspected frequently for damage resulting from cutting,

, fusing, and snagging.

4, A towing bridle should be used in cases where a
attachment point is not available on the boat to be
towed.
5. The messenger is a length of light line used to

TASK BCM-07-05-AUX: Pass A Towline (Bridle) To Another
Boat And Take In Stern Tow

1. Where conditions permit and the towing boat can maneuver enough, the towline
should be passed to one of the people on the other boat.

2. Before attaching the towline, make certain the fitting attachment it is to be attached to
is to the deck with through bolts and backing
plates.

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Section E.

Communications

Introduction The following are general objectives for Section E:

« Demonstrate the ability to operate a VHF-FM radiotelephone.

* Demonstrate the ability to use the radiotelephone to give a position
or operations normal report.

In this section This section contains two tasks:
Task Number Task See Page
BCM-05-01-AUX Operate A VHF-FM Radiotetephone 2-45
BCM-05-02-AUX Use The VHF-FM Radiotelephone To 2-46

Give A Position Or Operations Normal
Report

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Chapter 2

Crew Member

Qualification Tasks

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

In this chapter

This chapter contains eight sections:

Section Title See Page

A Crew Efficiency Factors, Risk Factors and 2-2
Team Coordination

B Physical Fitness, First Aid, and Survival 2-6

Cc Marlinespike Seamanship, Boat 2-24
Nomenclature and Basic Stability

D Boat Handling 2-34

E Communications 2-44

F Navigation 2-47

G Mission Oriented Operations 2-57

H Auxiliary Specific Tasks 2-76

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Name:

Task BCM-02-10-AUX

Task Use The Emergency Signaling Mirror

References Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Manvfacturer’s Operating Instructions

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee should be wearing
personnel survival equipment. Mirror should have lanyard attached to the PFD.
Sunlight should be reflected onto a predetermined target (boat, location on a wall,
etc.). Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, using the mirror, reflect light rays
from the sun onto the predetermined object within one minute.

; Completed ~ Performance Criteria

1. Signal mirror located and broken out.

2. Sunlight reflected from the mirror onto a nearby surface, (hand, wall, or
boat).

3. Mirror brought to eye level, target sighted through sighting hole, and mirror
manipulated so that light spot was on designated target.

4, Used horizon sweep to demonstrate attention-attracting technique.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date



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Name:

Task BCM-04-04-AUX

Task Identify Common Sound Signals Used by Ships and Boats

References Part D, Navigation Rules International-Inland, COMDTINST M16672.2 (series)

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock or afloat, naming the signals listed
when presented with an imitated or actual sound signal by the mentor. Trainee
must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, identify verbally, the
sound signals listed below.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Identified a short blast and stated its duration.
2. Identified a prolonged blast and stated its duration.
3. Identified the danger signal and stated when it is used.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-01-02-AUX

Sun And Heat Related Factors

Chapter 3, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must either demonstrate knowledge or
perform each task to the minimum standards included in each performance step.

Performance Criteria

1. Described the symptoms, explained the preventative measures and stated the
treament for sun burn.

2. Defined dehydration. Described the symptoms, preventive measues.and
treatment for dehydration.

3. Defined heat rash (Prickly Heat). Stated the causes, symptoms, preventative
measures and treatment for heat rash.

4. Defined heat cramps. Stated the causes, preventative measures and treatment
for heat cramps.

5. Defined heat exhaustion. Stated the causes, symptoms, preventative
measures and treatment for heat exhaustion.

6. Defined heat stroke. Stated the causes, symptoms, preventative measures,
and treatment for heat stroke.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date.



Chapter 3: Crew Member Study Guide

NAME:

TASK BCM-07-01-AUX: Participate In A Man Overboard
Evolution As A Pointer

1. The first CREWMEMBER to observe a person overboard should sound the alarm by

yelling "MAN " followed by either “ side "
or “ side."
2. The pointer should proceed to his/her
station.
3. The pointer will keep the victim in and continuously

to the victim’s position.

TASK BCM-07-02-AUX: Participate In A Man Overboard
Evolution As A Recovery/Pick Up Man

1. The recovery/pickup man heaving line to be used in the
person in the water.

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Task BCM-07-09-AUX (Continued)

9. Suction taken and water discharged from the pump.
10. Pump drained, flushed with fresh water, refueled and secured.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date.

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Name:

Task BCM-03-01-AUX

Identify The Different Parts Of A Line And The Hitches Used In
Line Handling

Chapter 7, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at any time, ashore, at the dock, or afloat, Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

Tn response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, identify the different
parts of a line and basic knots.

Performance Criteria

1. Defined different types of line:

a. Double braided

b. Regular lay
2. Defined line material:

a. Polypropylene

b. Nylon

c. Natural fiber
3, Identified bitter end of line.

4, Identified standing part of line.

wn

Made bight in the line.
6. Made overhand loop in the line.

7. Made underhand loop in the line.

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Task BCM-07-06-AUX (Continued)
8. Adjusted towline at Coxswain’s command.
9. Maintained tow watch until properly relieved or until tow terminated.

Mentor signature Date

Accomplished

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Name:

Task BCM-04-09-AUX

Prepare for, Moor and Secure the Boat to Dock

Chapters 7 and 10, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at any time on board an Auxiliary facility. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference. The coxswain who will be
maneuvering the boat should supervise trainee.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, under the direction of the coxswain of
the boat, demonstrate the correct method for securing the boat to a dock using its
mooring lines.

Performance Criteria
1. Fenders properly spaced for height of dock or boat or pilings.
2. Did not use hands or feet to fend off the dock.

3. At the direction of the coxswain, secured lines to the proper dock cleat, post,
or ring and tended them on the boat.

4, Demonstrated how to dip a mooring line.

5. Atcoxswain’s command, made fast all fines to cleats, (posts or rings),
adjusted all lines, and doubled up if required for expected tidal or weather
conditions.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Accomplished

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Name:

Task BCM-07-07-AUX

Connect a Towline to a Trailer Eye Bolt Using a Shackle or
Kicker/Skiff Hook

Chapter 17, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed underway on an Auxiliary facility in calm sea conditions, while taking
another boat in tow. Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a
reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, in accordance with the procedures
listed below, perform all line handling related to connecting a towline to a boat’s
trailer eyebolt. All commands by the coxswain must be confirmed by repeating
the command and must be stated, in a loud and clear voice to the coxswain, when
accomplished.

Performance Criteria.
1. Prepared towline with kicker/skiff hook assembly or shackle attached.

2. Connected towline to trailer eyebolt using kicker/skiff hook assembly or
shackle while disabled boat is off either quarter. (If a shackle is used, the
shackle pin should be moused.)

3. Tended towline, made fast to towing bitt or cleats (if not already secured),
and towline paid out until proper catenary is obtained or as directed by
coxswain.

4. Kept coxswain informed how the towline was tending and kept excess slack
out of the water.

Mentor signature Date.

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NAME:

TASK BCM-03-03-AUX: Secure Lines To Cleats, Bitts And
Posts

1. Deck fittings permit easy handling of lines and reduce and friction
on lines.
2. When securing a line to a cleat, bitt, or post you should first take a
around the deck fitting.
3. You should finish securing the line by forming several figure and
securing them with a half over each horn.
4. To facilitate speed and safety the dipping the method should be used

when two mooring lines have to be placed on the same cleat.

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NAME:

TASK BCM-03-03-AUX: Secure Lines To Cleats, Bitts And
Posts

1. Deck fittings permit easy handling of lines and reduce and friction
on lines.
2. When securing a line to a cleat, bitt, or post you should first take a
around the deck fitting.
3. You should finish securing the line by forming several figure . and
securing them with a half over each horn.
4, To facilitate speed and safety the dipping the method should be used

when two mooring lines have to be placed on the same cleat.

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Name:
Task BCM-02-05-AUX
Task Demonstrate Direct Pressure, Pressure Points, And Tourniquet
Method To Control Bleeding
References Chapter 5, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)
Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.
Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, demonstrate methods
used to control bleeding.
Completed Performance Criteria
1, Direct pressure method demonstrated.
2. Identified and demonstrated at least three pressure points.
3. Tourniquet method demonstrated.
Accomplished Menter signature Date



Chapter 1: Introduction

B.1. Format

B.2. Qualification
Tasks

B.2.a, Designation

Section B. Description of the Guide

The Qualification Guide consists of three volumes:
* Volumel: Crew Member
®@ Volume II: Coxswain

e@ Volume UI: Personal Watercraft (PWC) Operator

Each volume has three chapters:
© Chapter 1: Introduction
© Chapter 2: Qualification Tasks
®@ Chapter 3: Study Guide (not included in Volume III: PWC Operator)

Each qualification task represents a certain skill or piece of knowledge
required in the performance of duty as an Auxiliary boat crew member.
Collectively, the complete set of tasks represents the minimum performance
standard for the position. Each task has seven parts:

© Designation

® Title

© References

© Conditions

© Standards

e Performance Criteria

© Verification

Each task is designated by a number in the following format:

BCM-02-03-AUX

Indicates that the task must be accomplished on an
Auxiliary facility

Task designation number

Division designation number (corresponds to
Section headings)

Volume designation (BCM = crew member;
COX = coxswain; PWC = PWC operator)

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NAME:

TASK BCM-06-04-AUX: Plot A Position Using Latitude And

Longitude
1. To measure latitude, put one point of a pair of dividers on the
nearest the object.
2. To measure longitude, put one point of a pair of dividers on the
nearest the object
3. For latitude, use the scale.
4. For longitude, use the scale.

TASK BCM-06-05-AUX: Plot A Magnetic Course On A
Nautical Chart

1.

Direction, generally referred to as a bearing, is measured in degrees
through

Tn small boat navigation you will usually use courses and
bearings.

When measuring magnetic direction using a parallel rule place the rule so the edge
passes through the of the compass rose and the bearing
number on the inner ring.

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NAME:

TASK BCM-07-07-AUX: Connect A Towline To A Trailer Eye
Bolt Using A Shackle Or Kicker Hook

1. The trailer eye bolt is normally located on the

2. Connecting the towline with a shackle should only be done in weather
conditions.

3. After tightening the shackle it should be moused.

TASK BCM-07-08-AUX: Take A Boat In Alongside Tow

1. When taking a boat alongside the takes
the strain of forward movement.

2. When taking a boat alongside the takes
the strain of backing down.

3. Always rig to prevent hull damage.

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Name:
Task BCM-03-02-AUX

Task Tie Various Knots, Hitches And Bends

References Chapter 7, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must tie an assortment of Knots, hitches and
bends quickly and confidently. The bitter ends must be of sufficient length to
preclude the knot from working loose. All knots, bends and hitches must hold
fast under a strain.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Tied a square (reef) knot.

2. Tied a bowline in the end of a mooring line and around an object.

3. Tied a round turn and two half hitches.

4. Secured a line to a rail using a clove hitch.

5. Attached heaving line to a towline using any one of the following: sheet
(becket) bend, double sheet bend, snap hook, bowline, or clove hitch with two
half hitches.

6. Added length of mooring line to a towline using any of the above knots.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Overview

A.1. The
Qualification
Guide

A.2. Training Goal

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Chapter 1. Introduction

The Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guides are an integral part of the
boat crew qualification and certification process. Each volume contains a
collection of tasks which must be learned, practiced, and performed by the
trainee. These tasks represent the minimum elements of skill and
knowledge necessary for safe and effective performance as a Coast Guard
Auxilary boat crew member. This chapter contains three sections:

© Section A: Purpose
e Section B: Description of the Guide

@ Section C: The Qualification Process

Section A. Purpose

This Qualification Guide is used in conjunction with the Auxiliary Boat
Crew Training Manual, COMDTINST M16794.5 1 (series), and the Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series), to train and
qualify Auxiliary members to serve as crew members on Auxiliary vessel
facilities.

This Qualification Guide contains a series of tasks that are performed by
Auxiliary members to demonstrate that they possess the knowledge and
skills required to serve as an Auxiliary crew member. Upon completion of
all tasks in the Qualification Guide, including the dockside oral exam and
underway check ride with a Qualification Examiner, the member is
qualified.

The goal of the training program is to enable people to learn and perform up
to their full potential in Auxiliary surface operations missions. This
qualification guide, together with the mentoring process, is designed to lead
members through a training program at a learning pace suitable for each
individual. The purpose of the boat crew training program is not to “weed
out” or exclude people. Rather, it is to qualify and certify as many
volunteers as possible, without compromising mission integrity and safety.

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Name:

Task BCM-02-13-AUX

Task Operate The Personal Marker Light (PML)

References Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)
Manvfacturer’s Operating Instructions

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat, trainee should be wearing
personnel survival equipment and must accomplish task using the manufacturers
guidelines.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must properly operate and explain the
characteristics and maintenance of the PML.
NOTE: If PML is a “Chem Lite” type, task steps may be described vice
actually activating the PML.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. PML located on, and retrieved from the PFD, (PML should be attached to

PED by a lanyard).

2. Activated (or described activation of) the PML.
3. Describe the characteristics and maintenance of the specific PML being used.

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date.

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NAME:

TASK BCM-03-01-AUX: Identify The Different Parts Of A Line
And Hitches Used In Line Handling

1. The running or free end of a line is called the

2. The long, unused, or belayed end is called the

3. Crossing the over the standing part makes an
overhang loop.

4, A bight is a formed by turning the line back on
itself.
5. A is a single wind and a is two

complete turns around an object.

TASK BCM-03-02-AUX: Tie Various Knots, Hitches And
Bends

1. The advantage of a bowline is that they do not

2. The best all-around hitch for securing a line to a ring, spar, or other round or near
round object is the

3. Timber hitches are used to secure a line to logs, planks, or other
objects.
4. are used to lengthen one line by bending one to another.

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Appendix B: Task Cross Reference

OLD TASK NEW TASK
ACW-3-1-05 BCM-07-06-AUX
ACW-3-1-06 BCM-07-08-AUX
ACW-3-2-01 BCM-07-03-AUX

None BCM-01-02-AUX
None BCM-02-01-AUX
None BCM-02-02-AUX
None BCM-02-04-AUX,
None. BCM-02-08-AUX
None. BCM-02-15-AUX
None BCM-08-01-AUX,
None BCM-08-02-AUX
None BCM-08-03-AUX.
BCM-06-05-AUX

ACX-1-2-04 BCM-06-06-AUX
BCM-06-07-AUX

ACK-2-3-08 BCM-06-04-AUX

ACKX-2-3-09

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Section D
Boat Handling (continued)
Task Description Mentor Initials | Date

BCM-04-05-AUX | Identify And Describe Accepted
(old ACW-1-4-02) Maritime Distress Signals

BCM-04-06-AUX | Stand A Lookout Watch
(old ACW-2-3-01)

BCM-04-07-AUX | Act As A Helmsman And Steer A
{old ACW-2-3-02) Compass Course

BCM-04-08-AUX | Cast Off And Stow Lines And Fenders
(old ACW-2-1-01)

BCM-04-09-AUX | Prepare For, Moor And

(old ACW-1-1-03, Secure Boat To A Dock
ACW-2-1-02 &
ACW-2-1-03)
Section E
Communications
Task Description Mentor Initials | Date

BCM.-05-01-AUX | Operate A VHF-FM Radiotelephone
(old ACW-1-4-01)

BCM-05-02-AUX | Use The VHF-FM Radiotelephone To
(old ACW-2-2-01) Give A Position Or Ops Normal Report

Section F
Navigation

Task Description Mentor Initials | Date

BCM-06-01-AUX | Identify The Basic Parts, Symbols And

(old ACW-2-3-05) Abbreviations Found On A Nautical
Chart

BCM-06-02-AUX | Identify Common Aids To Navigation

(old ACW-2-3-04) Used In Small Boat Piloting

BCM-06-03-AUX | Identify Local Landmarks Used In

(old ACW-2-3-04 & Piloting On A Nautical Chart
ACW-2-3-05)

BCM-06-04-AUX | Plot A Position Using Latitude And
(ald ACX-2-3-08& Longitude (Optional)

ACKX-2-3-09)
BCM-06-05-AUX | Plot A Magnetic Course On A Nautical
(old ACX-1-2-04) Chart (Optional)

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Chapter 3 Crew Member Study Guide - (continued)

Section D

Section E

Section F

Section G

Reading Assignments -
BCM-04-01-AUX
BCM-04-02-AUX
BCM-04-03-AUX
BCM-04-04-AUX
BCM-04-05-AUX
BCM-04-06-AUX
BCM-04-07-AUX
BCM-04-08-AUX None assigned
BCM-04-09-AUX None assigned
Reading Assignments -
BCM-05-01-AUX
BCM-05-02-AUX
Reading Assignments -
BCM-06-01-AUX
BCM-06-02-AUX
BCM-06-03-AUX
BCM-06-04-AUX
BCM-06-05-AUX
BCM-06-06-AUX
BCM-06-07-AUX en
BCM-06-08-AUX None assigned
Reading Assignments —
BCM-07-01-AUX
BCM-07-02-AUX
BCM-07-03-AUX
BCM-07-04-AUX
BCM-07-05-AUX
BCM-07-06-AUX None assigned
BCM-07-07-AUX
BCM-07-08-AUX
BCM-07-09-AUX
BCM-07-10-AUX
BCM-07-11-AUX None assigned
BCM-07-12-AUX
BCM-07-13-AUX



Chapter 3: Crew Member Study Guide

NAME:
Section E. Reading Assignments -
Communications
Overview
Introduction The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning
instruction of each task.
In this section This section contains the following reading assignments.
Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-05-01-AUX © Chapter 11, Section A, Boat 113

Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

BCM-05-02-AUX

Chapter 11, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5
(series)

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NAME:

TASK BCM-02-02-AUX: Crew First Aid Responsibility

1. Stop and access the overall condition of the

2. Unprotected crewmembers that come in direct contact with
, Should immediately report each incident to their
operational commander servicing medical facility and follow professional medical
advice.

3. Transporting injured persons aboard boats to is
a serious problem regularly encountered by boat crewmembers.

4. It is the responsibility of the and crew to safely transport the
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Chapter 2: Crew Member Qualification Tasks

Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Accomplished

Name:

Task BCM-06-02-AUX

Identify Common Aids to Navigation Used in Small Boat Piloting

Chapters 13 and 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Performed while underway, using a nautical chart of the local operating area.
Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

Tn response to the mentor, the trainee must identify and point out common aids to
navigation used in small boat piloting. Trainee must, correctly identify on the
chart those objects pointed out. Trainee must discuss each aid to navigation
listed below even if not in the local area.

Performance Criteria
1. Identified a mun and a can buoy.
2. Identified a preferred channel (junction) buoy and stated its purpose.
3. Identified a day beacon.
4. Identified an ICW buoy and stated its markings. (If applicable)
5. Identified ranges and stated their purpose.

6. While underway, identified by type, number, and characteristic, the primary
aids to navigation used in the local area of operations.

Mentor signature Date.



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Name:

Task BCM-01-03-AUX

Task Team Coordination Training

References Team Coordination Training, COMDTINST 1541.1 (series)
Operational Risk Management, COMDTINST 3500.3 (series)

Conditions Task should be performed at any time, at facilities available to the member.

Standards Trainee must attend the training as prescribed in the reference above.
NOTE: Ifa TCT class is not readily available, the member may be qualified
and certified without signing off this task. However, TCT must be
completed at the earliest opportunity after certification. Completing an on-
line TCT course, when available, is an alternative to meeting this
requirement.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Date initial TCT training completed.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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NAME:

Task Number

Reading Assignment

See Page

BCM-07-08-AUX

Chapter 17, Section D, Boat
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M161 14.5
(series)

17-37

BCM-07-09-AUX

Chapter 18, Section I, Boat Crew
Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

18-69

BCM-07-10-AUX

Chapter 18, Section C and D,
Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

18-13
18-17

BCM-07-11-AUX

None assigned

BCM-07-12-AUX

Chapter 18, Sections E and F,
Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

18-19
18-29

BCM-07-13-AUX

Chapter 18, Sections E and F,
Boat Crew Scamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)

18-19
18-29

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C.1. Process
Summary

C.2. Sign-Off
Process

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume 1. Crew Member

Section C. The Qualification Process

For a complete description of the training and qualification process and
policies, refer to the Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual. The process is
summarized below.

A series of qualification tasks defines the knowledge and skills required for
each boat crew position. Each task describes a certain job skill, and states
performance criteria for that skill. For example, a qualification task for the
coxswain position is to take a vessel in stern tow. The trainee completes the
task by reading the reference material listed, reviewing the skills with a
mentor, then practicing the task. When the trainee demonstrates mastery of
the task, the mentor signs off the task. When a mentor signs off all tasks for
a certain position, the trainee is then scheduled for a check ride for
certification with a Qualification Examiner, or (QE). The QE is an
experienced Auxiliary coxswain appointed by the Director of Auxiliary to
verify the proper completion of tasks. When the QE signs off the trainee’s
Dockside Oral Exam and Underway Check Ride tasks and is satisfied with
the trainee’s ability, the QE submits a recommendation to the Director; who
then certifies the member. The member maintains currency of certification
by periodically mecting annual minimum standards

The process for learning and signing-off tasks is summarized below:

1. The mentor and trainee develop a work plan. This includes how many
tasks will be assigned, whether tasks will be learned individually or in
groups, scheduling on-the-water sessions, and so on.

2. For each task, the mentor and trainee gather necessary reference material
for the trainee to study. The trainee should complete the applicable sections
of Chapter Three (Study Guide) that apply to the assigned tasks. Through a
combination of self-study of written material and hands-on practice, the
trainee learns skills required for the task.

3. The mentor demonstrates the task using procedures outlined in the
qualification guide.

4. The mentor walks the trainee through the task until satisfied that the
basic principles are understood.

5. The trainee practices the task until the mentor is confident that the
trainee is able to consistently meet the task standards on his/her own.

6. When satisfied that the trainee meets the standard, the mentor verifies
completion by signing off the task at the bottom of the task page.

Continued on next page

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NAME:

TASK BCM-06-07-AUX: Compute Time, Speed And Distance

1. In working time, distance, and speed problems when piloting a boat, the distance is
always measured in miles, the speed in
, and the time in

2. Distance should be expressed to the nearest of a nautical mile,
speed to the nearest of a knot, and time to the nearest
3. The nautical was designed to

solve time, distance, and speed problems.

4. By setting any two of the values on their opposite scales, the third can be read from
the appropriate

5. D=____—X T/60.

6 S=_ DW.

7 = 60. ‘S

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Name:

Task BCM-02-03-AUX

Task State The Symptoms And Treatment For Shock

References Chapter 5, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards Tn response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, state the common
symptoms and treatment for shock.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Defined shock and stated the causes of shock.
2. Stated four common symptoms of shock.
3. Stated the treatment for shock.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Task BCM-08-02-AUX (Continued)

7. Assisted the coxswain in piloting the facility by dead reckoning and
“Seaman’s Eye.” Considered and adjusted for the effects of:

a. Tide

b. Currents

c. Wind and sea conditions
d. Navigation hazards

8. Used manual and electronic navigation equipment, (if trained), to assist the
coxswain to determine facility’s position.

9. Performed the following crewmember duties:
a. Lookout
b. Helm watch
c. Assist with navigation
d, Radio communications
e. Other duties as directed

10. Effectively used risk management and team coordination with crewmembers.

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date

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NAME:

TASK BCM-06-06-AUX: Measure Distance On A Nautical
Chart

1. In piloting distance is measured in or

2. The mile is used for measurement on most navigable waters.
3. One nautical mile is approximately yards.

4. Distance should be measured using the latitude scale to. the

latitude where the distance is being measured.

5. When the distance to be measured is greater than the span of the dividers, the dividers
should be set at a given number of minutes and then used to
off the distance between the points to be measured.

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-07-10-AUX

Identify the Different Classes of Fires; State the Fuel and
Primary Extinguishing Agents Associated with Each

Chapter 18, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error state the answer called
for in the steps below.

Performance Criteria

1. Stated most common fuels for a Class A five, and the primary extinguishing
agent for use on a Class A fire,

2. Stated most common fuels for a Class B fire, and the primary extinguishing
agent for use on a Class B fire.

3. Stated most common fuels for a Class C fire, and the primary extinguishing
agent for use on a Class C fire.

4. Stated most common fuels for a Class D fire, and the primary agent used to
contain a Class D fire.

5. Explained the safety precautions that must be used when using CO2 and
Halon.

Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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Chapter I: Introduction

C.2. Sign-Off
Process
(Continued)

C.3. Qualification
Examination

C4. Study Guide

See Chapter 3 of the Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual for a complete
description of the qualification process.

The final step in the qualification process is examination by a Qualification
Examiner (QE). Under the QE’s direction, the trainee will complete a
dockside oral examination and an underway check ride. Upon successful
completion of these task, the member is now qualified. The details of this
process are described in Chapter 3 of the Auxiliary Boat Crew Training
Manual.

Once qualified, the member is then certified by the Director. See Chapter 4
of the Training Manual for a complete description of the certification
process.

Chapter Three contains a study guide which may be used in conjunction
with completing the qualification tasks in Chapter Two. The study guide
contains reading assignments for most tasks, followed by a group of
questions. Researching and answering these questioins will help prepare the
trainee for sign-off sessions with the mentor and the check ride with the QE.

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-08-02-AUX

Perform as a Crew Member During a Night Navigation and
Piloting Exercise

Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Performed at the dock and underway in calm conditions on a clear night. The
trainee must perform crew member duties and assist the coxswain, using
available equipment to integrate information and safely navigate the facility. All
chart work, including courses, distances, time to run and electronics set up shall
be completed prior to getting underway. Trainee must accomplish task without
prompting or use of a reference.

After receiving a position, (given by the mentor), the trainee should assist the
coxswain in plotting a course and determining an ETA, then perform the duties of
acrew member during a piloting exercise.

NOTE: May be waived by the Director in accordance with Section 1.B.4.

Performance Criteria

1. Assisted in obtaining a compass course laid out on the chart indicating
predicted turns, and ETA.

2. Participated in a pre-underway check off.
3. Participated in a pre-underway brief.

4, Properly donned PED and demonstrated an understanding of the use of
personnel survival equipment. Tested electronic PMLs.

5, Made preparations for getting underway in accordance with coxswain’s
instructions.

6. Efficiently and safely handled lines and communicated effectively with the
coxswain and other crewmembers while getting underway.

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Accomplished

Comments

Auxiliary Boat Crew Qualification Guide, Volume I: Crew Member

Task BCM-08-04-AUX (Continued)

7. Correctly responded to and acted as a pointer in a Man Overboard drill.

8, Correctly responded to and acted as a recovery/pickup man in a Man
Overboard drill.

9. Demonstrated proficiency and safety while performing duties during a stern
tow and a towing watch.

10. Demonstrated proficiency and safety while performing duties during an
alongside tow (optional).

11. Demonstrated proficiency in knot tying and line handling.
12. Demonstrated proficiency in anchoring and weighing anchor.

13.Assisted the coxswain with the safe navigation, identifying aids to navigation
and local landmarks encountered on a chart of the operating area.

14.Correctly made a scheduled Position and Ops Normal report, on the facility’s
VHF-FM radiotelephone.

15.Efficiently and safely positioned fenders and handled mooring lines while the
boat moored.

16.Satisfactorily answered QEs questions on policies and procedures. Questions
should pertain to knowledge required by the above qualification tasks.

QE’s signature. Date

QE’s signature Date

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NAME:

TASK BCM-02-14-AUX: State Survival Procedures In Event
The Boat Capsizes

1. While capsizing, personnel should something sturdy.
2. If trapped in or under a boat, personnel should seek out an

near the
3. Before attempting to escape, an inventory should be made of all

that might be taken along.

4, Because air will eventually leak or run out, every effort should be made to
3. Sometimes it is necessary to your PFD in order to
exit. If necessary, it should be attached to a so can be
after exiting.

6. If the engines are still running you should the stern.
7. When trapped in an open cockpit you should exit by swimming

the gunwales and alongside the boat.
8. If trapped in an enclosed cabin, you must remember that all exits are

when the boat capsizes.

9. Tf line is available, the swimmer should exit first taking an end of the
line with him/her.

10. Tf no line is available, the swimmer should go out first,
followed by the swimmers, and lastly by a
swimmer.

1h. When free, the first swimmer out should contact the people inside by

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Name:

Task BCM-05-02-AUX

Task Use the VHF-FM Radiotelephone to Give a Position or Ops
Normal Report

References Chapter 11, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)

Conditions Performed at any time underway or at the dock. Message to be sent should be
composed by the trainee and the mentor prior to the beginning of the task.
Trainee must accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must transmit message traffic using proper
radiotelephone procedures, including prowords, and phonetic alphabet.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Demonstrated proper radiotelephone procedures.

2. Transmitted an “Underway” or “Assuming Patrol Status” report in
accordance with local Coast Guard procedures.

3. Transmitted hourly “ Operations Normal”, or other required reports.
4. Transmitted a “Request Permission to Secure Patrol.”
5. Transmitted other official traffic as directed by the coxswain.

Accomplished Mentor signature. Date

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Task
References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Accomplished

Name:

Task BCM-06-04-AUX

Plot a Position Using Latitude and Longitude (Optional)

Chapter 14, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Given a nautical chart of the local operating area and three sets of coordinates,
(positions), expressed in longitude and latitude, from the mentor, trainee must
plot the three positions without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, plot the positions
indicated by the coordinates.

Performance Criteria
1. Correctly plotted three different positions on the chart.

Mentor signature. Date

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Section H
Auxiliary Specific Tasks

Task Description Meritor/QE Date
Initials

BCM-08-01-AUX | Basic Knowledge Of Boating Skills

BCM-08-02-AUX | Perform As A Crewmember During A
Night Navigation And Piloting Exercise
(Waiverable by DIRAUX)

BCM-08-03-AUX | Dockside Oral Examination

BCM-08-04-AUX | Underway Check Ride

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Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-08-03-AUX

Dockside Oral Examination

Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M161 14.5 (series)
Auxiliary Boat Crew Training Manual, COMDTINST M16794.51 (series)
Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual, COMDTINST M16798.3 (series)

District SOPs, Policy Manuals, and other local Instructions

Performed ashore or aboard a moored facility. Trainee must accomplish task
without prompting or use of a reference.

The trainee must successfully demonstrate knowledge of qualification tasks
selected by the QE. The QE will select at least one task from each section (A- G)
of the Qualification Guide, plus at least three tasks of the QE’s choice, as
outlined by the performance criteria below. The QE may ask additional
questions based on tasks to ensure that the trainee is fully ready to be qualified.

Performance Criteria
1. Section A, BCM-O01-___ -AUX
2. Section B, BCM-02-___ -AUX
3. Section C, BCM-03-____-AUX
4. Section D, BCM-04-___ -AUX
5. Section E, BCM-05-___ -AUX
6. Section F, BCM-06-___-AUX
7. Section G, BCM-07-___ -AUX

8. BCM-__-_-AUX

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Chapter 2: Crew Member Qualification Tasks

Section A. Crew Efficiency Factors,
Risk Factors and Team
Coordination

Introduction The following are objectives of Section A:

Demonstrate knowledge of the factors that effect crew performance.

In this section This section contains three tasks.
Task Number Task See Page
BCM-01-01-AUX Crew Fatigue 2-3
BCM-01-02-AUX Sun And Heat Related Factors 2-4
BCM-01-03-AUX Team Coordination Training ‘ 2-5



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Task BCM-03-04-AUX (Continued)

f. Watch or clock

g. Boarding ladder (or other means of boarding)
h. Kicker/skiff hook (if required)

i. Binoculars

j. Blanket(s)

k. Fenders

1. Towline

m, Bridle

n. Heaving lines

0. Mooring lines

p. Searchlight

q. Spare navigation light bulbs

t, Boat hook

s. Navigation lights

t. Fathometer or Sounding pole

u. Charts and navigation plotting instruments
y. Tools and spare parts

w. First aid kit

x. Sound Producing Device


Chapter 2: Crew Member Qualification Tasks

Section

H.

Auxiliary Specific Tasks

Introduction The following are general objectives for Section H:

© Demonstrate ability to perform duties of an Auxiliary facility crew

member
In this section This section contains three tasks:
Task Number Task See Page
BCM-08-01-AUX Basic Knowledge Of Boating Skitls 277
BCM-08-02-AUX Perform As A Crew Member During A 2.78
Night Navigation And Piloting Exercise
(Waiverable by DIRAUX)
BCM-08-03-AUX Dockside Oral Examination 2-80
BCM-08-04-AUX Underway Check Ride 2-82

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” ‘Task

Name:

Task BCM-02-07-AUX

State The Symptoms Of And Treatment For Hypothermia
References Chapters 5 and 16, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)
Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.
Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, state the symptoms and
treatment of hypothermia.
Completed Performance Criteria
1. Stated the signs and symptoms for hypothermia.
2. Stated the treatment for hypothermia.
3. Stated the factors that increase the possibility of hypothermia.
4. Stated the preventative measures used to increase the chances for cold water
survival.
5. Stated the survival time for a person in the water in the local area of
operations.
Accomplished Mentor signature Date

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NAME:

TASK BCM-05-01-AUX: Operate A VHF-FM Radiotelephone

1. VHE-FM is used for > marine communications.

2. The radio will automatically monitor channel

3. Channel 13, 156.65MHz, is the to frequency.

4. Channel ___, 156.8MHz, is the international VHF-FM calling and distress
frequency.

5. All vessels equipped witha____-__ radio are required to monitor

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Chapter 2: Crew Member Qualification ‘Tasks

Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-04-08-AUX

Cast Off and Stow Lines and Fenders

Chapters 7 and 10, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST Mi16114.5 (series)

Performed while getting underway in calm to moderate conditions. Trainee must
accomplish task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the coxswain’s command, the trainee must repeat and perform
various line-handling commands. All commands must be repeated (in a loud
clear voice) until acknowledged by the coxswain. After boat clears the dock,
stow all lines and fenders.

Performance Criteria
1. Acknowledged all commands.
2. Cast off and retrieved the mooring line(s).

3. Informed coxswain when lines were onboard.
4. Retrieved all fenders, when directed by the coxswain.
5. Coiled and stowed lines, (neat and accessible).

6. Stowed fenders when directed by the coxswain.

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TASK BCM-04-05-AUX: Identity And Describe Accepted
Maritime Distress Signals

MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY is a distress call of the priority.

A gun fired at intervals of about minute(s) may be used as
an emergency signal.

Rockets, shells, or flares should be of a color to indicate an
emergency.
A square flag above a also can be a distress signal.
A dye marker of color may indicate a vessel or person in
A flashing at regular intervals from to times
per is an acceptable distress signal.
The signal (...)---(...) means and indicates a
situation.

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TASK BCM-02-06-AUX: State The Signs And Treatment For
Burns

lL. Burns are classified as : , or degree.

2. First-degree burns involve only the of skin and produce
, tenderness and

3. Second-degree burns extend through the of the skin. They
produce and are characterized by > , and warmth.
4, Third degree burns are those that of the skin, destroying both
and layers. characteristic of 2"! degree
burns, may be because
3. When treating minor burns an ointment should/should not be applied.
6. Minor burns should be immersed in until pain

is relieved.
7. List six procedures used to treat 3 degree burns.

a.

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TASK BCM-02-08-AUX: Don An Anti Exposure Coverall Or
Dry Suit And Enter The Water (Optional)

L The anti-exposure coverall is the standard garment for Operations
with cockpit boats.

2. The flotation characteristics of the coverall are similar to those of the

3. The anti-exposure coveralls provide hypothermia protection when the wearer is only

to conditions, which cause

4. To provide a better flotation angle, the shall be
inflated in rough sea conditions.

5. Will pump out any between the
body and the and increase the rate of

6. You should put on as much as
possible.

7. While afloat in the water, do not attempt to swim unless it is to reach a

. or
8. You should float as as possible and if others are nearby
together.

9. In cold water you should never use the method to

stay afloat.

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Section H Reading Assignments —
BCM-08-01-AUX None assigned
BCM-08-02-AUX None assigned

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Chapter 2: Crew Member Qualification ‘Tasks

Task

References

Conditions

Standards

Completed

Name:

Task BCM-07-12-AUX

Operate a CO, Fire Extinguisher (Simulate)

Chapter 18, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)

Fire extinguisher’s operating instructions

Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.

In response to the mentor, the trainee must demonstrate the use of a CO) fire
extinguisher in accordance with the guidelines below and the extinguisher’s
operating instructions.

Performance Criteria
1. Demonstrated carrying fire extinguisher in upright position.
2. Identified the lock pin and explained its removal from the valve.
3. Demonstrated approaching the simulated fire from the windward side.

4, Demonstrated pointing extinguisher’s nozzle (horn) at base of the simulated
fire location.

5. Explained discharge procedures.

6. Demonstrated putting out the simulated fire while sweeping the fire with the
extinguishing agent.

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Task BCM-02-11-AUX

Task Describe The Use Of Hand Held Distress Flares

References Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)
Manufacturer’s Operating Instructions

Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task using the manufacturers guidelines and safety precautions.

Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, without error, identify the CG
approved hand held distress flares, (used on the vessel facility), and describe the
sequence required to safely ignite the signal.

Completed Performance Criteria
1. Signal broken out and identified whether day or night flare.

2. Described the proper use of the flare in accordance with manufacturer’s
operating instructions.
3. Demonstrated the safe use, (a walk through without igniting), of the flare.
4. Stated the proper disposal of a used flare.
5, Stated conditions when each distress flare would be most effective.
Accomplished Mentor signature. Date

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Section D. Reading Assignments — Boat

Handling
Overview
Introduction The related reading assignment(s) should be read prior to beginning
instruction of each task.
In this section This section contains the following reading assignments.
Task Number Reading Assignment See Page
BCM-04-01-AUX e ~=Chapter 10, Section H, Boat 10-101
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)
BCM-04-02-AUX * Chapter 10, Section H, Boat 40-101
Crew Seamanship Manual,
COMDTINST M16114.5
(series)
BCM-04-03-AUX « Part C, Navigation Rules, 38

International-Inland,
COMDTINST M16672.2
(series)

BCM-04-04-AUX «Part D, Navigation Rules, u4
International-Inland,
COMDTINST M16672.2
(series)

BCM-04-05-AUX * Chapter 11, Section F, Boat 11-23
Crew Seamanship COMDTINST
M16114.5 (series)

* Rule 37, Navigation Rules, 126
International-Inland,
COMDTINST M16672.2
(series)

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9. BCM- - -AUX
10. BCM- - -AUX

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Name:

Task BCM-02-14-AUX

Task State Survival Procedures In The Event The Boat Capsizes
References Chapter 6, Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series)
Conditions Performed at any time ashore, at the dock, or afloat. Trainee must accomplish
task without prompting or use of a reference.
Standards In response to the mentor, the trainee must, state all steps in the procedure.
Completed Performance Criteria
1. Described the action to be taken during capsizing.
2. Described the route(s) of escape to be taken, in the event of capsizing.
3. Explained the action to be taken if trapped inside an enclosed compartment.
4. Described the action to take if unable to exit the capsized vessel.
Accomplished Mentor signature Date.

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