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VESSEL EXAMINER STAFF

DSO-VE REPORTS

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

      - NTRAIN

         MARCH 28 - 31, 2023

         NTRAIN Proceedings Link

- National Safe Boating Week

MAY 20 - 26, 2023

      - PCA Fair

        (Past Commanders Assoc.):
         SEPTEMBER 16 - 17, 2023
         VE Class 0730 - 1600 Saturday &

0730 - 1200 Sunday
Test Sunday 1300 - 1600

HOT LINE MESSAGES

National V News

Ensuring Proper Configuration of Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Equipped Radios Click here
ANSI Form a7012 Rev 4-22 Click here
National Case Study Click here
AUX Uniforms Click here
MANDATORY 2023 VE Workshop powerpoint Click here
2023 Self-Attestation Forms are to be entered into AUXDATA II (AFTER January 1, 2023) by your FSO-IS Click here

Effective immediately; To help reduce the potential for infection, the Coast Guard has updated mask guidance so that all Federal employees, onsite contractors, and visitors (including USCG Auxiliary), regardless of vaccination status or level of COVID transmission in your local area, are required to wear a mask when when working or transiting within any indoor space in all DHS workspaces and Federal buildings. This includes all Coast Guard bases (e.g.: Coast Guard Island, TRACEN Petaluma, small boat stations, etc.)

Current mask requirements when outdoors remain in effect when at CG installations. (Vaccinated individuals are not required to wear a mask outdoors. Unvaccinated individuals are still required to wear a mask on all CG installations at all times.)

ANSC Form 7101 Auxiliary COVID-19 High Risk Assessment Click here
VSC duty assignment requests treated on a blanket basis Click here
Auxiliary COVID-19 High Risk Assessment Click here
Coast Guard Risk Assessment for Enclosed Space Mass Gatherings Click here
D11Aux COVID-19 Reconstitution Phase 3 Click here

Engine Cut Off Switch Flow Chart Click here
New law requiring engine cut-off switches: Effecctive 01 Apr 2021. Click here
ANSC Master Inventory Listing Dec 2020 (xlsx file) Click here

ALL Vessel Examiners must complete Introduction to Risk Management
course #100202. Click here to take the course

VESSEL SAFETY CHECK MISSION STATEMENT

The Vessel Safety Check is a cornerstone of the

Coast Guard's Recreational Boating Safety program

♦ The mission of this program is to minimize the loss of life, personal injury,

property damage and environmental impact associated with the use of recreational

boats, through preventive means.

♦ The Vessel Safety Check is much more than a compliance-oriented examination.

♦ It is an opportunity to help educate boaters through a direct face-to-face boating

information exchange.

AUXDATA RECORDS

Vessel Safety Checks are recorded on ANSC 7038 and submitted to the FSO-IS for entering into AUXDATA II.

Below are two public web addresses for our District public education class and Vessel Safety Check sites. When you place a "For more information" decal (like an AVERY 5160) on your literature, please consider adding both of these addresses to your decal. This will help the boater with important class descriptions, information on other local flotilla classes, and of course Vessel Safety Check information and contact help.

http://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=e-dept

http://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=113

Zebra Quagga Mussel and Vessel Safety Check Explanation

QUALIFICATION, RE-QUALIFICATION, and CURRENCY

Qualification Study Opportunities

    - Study by downloading the VSC Manual COMDTINST M16796.8A (October 2014)

    - In addition, be current with the Errata (changes) 2016 06 13

    - Familiarize with forms below: ANSC-7003, ANSC-7008, ANSC-7012, ANSC-7038

     - Preparation for the exam is available through VSC Review

            VSC Review (PowerPoint)
            Facility Review (PowerPoint)
            SUB (Paddle Craft) Review (PowerPoint)
            VSC Manual Supplement Backfire Flame Adjuster Clarification Diagrams

     - Unit VE training is most successful, such as district Past Captain's Fair (PCF) classes

    - Member Trainer or Instructor may proctor an exam as provided during a VE class,

   OR Use the on-line open book Vessel Examiner Course Exam

    - Compete 5 VSCs under the supervision of a qualified examiner

    - Submit D11NR Form MT-2 used to report qualification to FC for forwarding to DIRAUX.

Submission order for vessel examiner trainees:
1. VE Form submit 7038 with VE and Trainee VSCs (make sure any additional VSCs over the 5 needed are submitted on a separate Form 7038 in the VE's name only).
2. VE fill out and sign MT-2
3. VE take signed MT-2 to your FC to be signed (or take it to the next flotilla meeting to be signed).
4. VE FAX signed original to DIRAUX at 1.510.437.2728 (keep a copy for your records).
5. No 7038s should be submitted to IS for that trainee until the MT-2 clears and is seen in AUXDATA.
6. Once the MT-2 is in AUXDATA, the trainee is a certified VE. Congratulate them and encourage them to go for their RBS Device!
Note: Paddle craft are excluded from a trainee's qualifying (and re-qualifying) VSCs.
Note: On Form 7038, only non-paddle craft are counted in "Vessel Safety Checks - 91A".

VE two day classes including exam, are available during the Past Captains Fair, Coast Guard Island, in February and August as listed on the
D11NR Calendar...link

Re-qualification

Within 5 years, a re-qualifying examiner needs to perform 2 VSC's with a qualified examiner who receives the credit. A separate 7038 is to be completed and the MT-2 form is then signed by the examiner, the FC, and then faxed or mailed to the DIRAUX office.

In addition, 5 VSC's MUST be performed prior to the end of the calendar year.

After 5 years, retake the test and perform 5 VSC's with a qualified examiner.

D11NR AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

VSC

AWARD

PRESENTATION

District Member Recognition Awards

30
or more

District Outstanding Achievement Recognition

Website and Flotilla Meeting

40
or more

National Certificate of Recognition at STAR level from the National Commodore, usually about mid-year after achievement

Flotilla Meeting

60
or more

National ribbon and miniature medal or Bronze star
for repeat performance through the DIRAUX office

District recognition will be presented

Flotilla Meeting

Division COW

240
or more

National RBS Device
within 2 consecutive years
OR achieve combination 240 hours with any of the following:
Vessel Safety Check, Public Affairs, Public Education,
Legislative Outreach, State RBS Outreach

Division COW

If you have any questions regarding the District/National Vessel Examiner awards program,
please contact Mike Lauro DSO-VE

BASIC LIST OF VSC MATERIALS

These required materials may be owned by the individual examiner or supplied by the Flotilla. If supplied by the Flotilla, the FSO-VE and FSO-MA should be responsible for maintaining and providing the materials.

For the 2022 composite list of stock items available at the Auxiliary National Supply Center (ANSC) Click Here

BANNERS/SIGN Purchased by individual members or the flotilla.
To buy Click here

    1-31042            LARGE 4’x 8”VSC Banner                   $59.00

    2-31044            SMALL 18”x 48”VSC Banner               $30.00

    3-31043          12”x 30” MAGNETIC VSC sign           $25.00

NON-UNIFORM ACCESSORIES The following are NON uniform components that may be worn in place of the uniform shirt or ball cap. Prices may have changed.

    1-81333            LIGHT blue VE golf shirt            $36.50 until XXL-$39.00
    To buy Click here

    2-1234              Tilley  Sun Hat                             $61.00
    To buy Click here

HANDOUTS Flotilla or Examiner owned Materials each Vessel Examiner should have in their personal stock are available from ANSC at NO CHARGE to the Flotilla and need to be ordered by local FSO/SO-MA or Flotilla Commander. In addition, the FSO-MA and FSO-VE should also carry surplus stock.

VE Order Supply FormRev 01/2021

1-3000     VSC Tri-fold pamphlet

2-3003c    8½” X 11” VSC Poster

3-3005c    CO Decal

4-3006     Federal Requirements Booklet

5-3020     VHF Radio Instruction Placard

6-3026a   America’s Waterway Watch Placard

7-3504     VSC Event Poster

1-4063     Marine Pollution Placard

2-4064     Oil Pollution Placard

3-4067     MARPOL Trash Placard

4-7012     VSC form

5-9017     3X5 VSC card

FORMS should be maintained in stock by the examiner

1-MT-2

D11NR Qualification and Re-Certification form.

2-7003

Vessel Facility Inspection form

3-7008

PWC Facility Inspection form

4-2001

16796.8-Vessel Safety Check Manual

5-ML-1

Trash Disposal Plan

BOATING LAW BOOKLETS Information is available from local state boating law administrator and may be ordered in limited quantities by individuals or in volume by the FSO-MA:

       1-California ABC’s of Boating:            http://www.dbw.ca.gov/

       2-Nevada Handbook of Boating Laws: http://www.ndow.org/boat/

      3-Highlights of Utah’s Laws & Rules:   http://stateparks.utah.gov/boating/

CLIPBOARDS Examiner owned: Clipboards come in many styles and price ranges. Clipboards should have at least one storage compartment to hold spare forms, decals, etc. Clipboards may be purchased at Staples, Office Max, Office Depot, etc. and vary in price from $10.00 for plastic to $30.00 for a multi-compartmented aluminum.

Additional supplies are available at various other boating safety organizations such as BOAT/US or The National Safe Boating Council. There may be a charge for materials and shipping and handling. Each state may have additional promotional materials available only thru the FSO-MA. Check with your FSO-MA or local state boating law administer for possible prices and shipping or handling charge.

Keep current, visit D11NR Vessel Examiner Web Site often

If you wish additional information on the VE website, please contact
Mike Lauro DSO-VE

VE FORMS (COPIES should be kept of ALL documents)

MT-2

D11NR Form, member completes, FC signs and submits to DIRAUX

ANSC 7003

Vessel Facility Examination and Offer for Use: Submit annually to DIRAUX (local copy Rev 06-11)

a7008

PWC Facility Examination and Offer for Use: Submit annually to DIRAUX

ANSC 7012

Vessel Safety Check: Present to boater and retain a copy

ANSC 7012A

Sport Utility Boat Safety Check Form (kayaks, canoes, rowboats, paddlecraft)

Electronic
E-Forms

Activity Report Vessel Examination: Submit to IS Officer and retain a copy. Note that Form ANSC 7038 has changed. Paddlecraft are NOT to be included in the High Focus column.
Continue to place the following vessels in the High Focus column:
PWC, < 16 feet excluding PWC, 16 - 25 feet

ML-1

Rental Vendor instructions

ML-1A

Rental Agency VSC Changes

ML-2

Paddlecraft Tips

ML-3

Rental Vendor Instruction Letter

ML-4

Rental Vendor Agreement

ML-6

Goals

ML-7

VSC Ettiquette

ML-8

Vessel Examiner Tips

ML-11

CO Decal explaination

ML-12

Trash Disposal Plan

ML-13

How to Perform a VSC on a PWC

ML-14

Vessel Safety Check - Making A Difference

ML-15

New Life Jacket Label

ML-16

FACILITY REVIEW powerpoint

ML-17

Paddle CraftVSC REVIEW powerpoint

ML-18

VSC Review powerpoint

ML-19

Wear It California powerpoint

ML-20

How to Obtain the RBS Device

ML-21

CA NV & UT VSC Requirements by Vessel Length

ML-23

USCGAUX Uniform Presentation powerpoint

VSC Manual

Vessel Safety Check Manual (M16796.8A) October 2014

VSC Manual Supplement

Supplement Diagram to help clarify “BACKFIRE FLAME CONTROL ADJUSTERS (46 CFR 25/58)” for Vessel Safety Check Manual (M16796.8A)

Manual Errata

COMDTCHANGENOTE 16796: Changes for Vessel Safety Check Manual (M16796.8A)

OPFAX

USCG Auxiliary Facility Vessel Requirements

http://rbsafety.d11nuscgaux.info/ve/rbsimages/decal-2023.jpg Decal Graphics (jpg)

Decal Graphics (png)

2023 Decal

San Francisco Bay Area and Delta Clean Boating Maps

SF Bay Area Free Maps Order Form:Marinas With Pollution Prevention Services

Free Map Order Form:Pump Out Guide of Marinas in the Bay and Delta

USEFUL LINKS - Organizations Focus on Recreational Boating Safety

SAFETY SEAL HOME PAGE - USCG Auxiliary 'V' Department

AUX Uniforms - "2022 "

DISTRICT PV - Website for Program Visits

AMERICA'S BOATING CLUB - United States Power Squadron

BOAT NEVADA - Nevada Department of Wildlife

BOAT US - Boat Owners Association of America

BOATING - Utah State Parks

BOATING SAFETY - United States Coast Guard

CAL BOATING - California Department of Boating and Waterways

DOCKWALKERS PROGRAM - California Division of Boating and Waterways

NASBLA - The National Association State Boating Laws Administrators

RBOC - Recreational Boaters of California

SAFER BOATING THROUGH EDUCATION - National Safe Boating Council

SETTING STANDARDS FOR SAFE BOATING - America Boat and Yacht Council

USCG Safety Alerts and Lessons Learned

NSBC - National Safe Boating Council



National Safe Boating Week   May 20 - 26, 2023

http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/

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JOB DESCRIPTIONS

- NTRAIN MARCH 28 - 31, 2023 NTRAIN Proceedings Link

- National Safe Boating Week MAY 20 - 26, 2023

- PCA Fair (Past Commanders Assoc.): SEPTEMBER 16 - 17, 2023 VE Class 0730 - 1600 Saturday &

0730 - 1200 Sunday Test Sunday 1300 - 1600

HOT LINE MESSAGES

ALL Vessel Examiners must complete Introduction to Risk Management course #100202. Click here to take the course newbieflag("April 19, 2019"); //

The Vessel Safety Check is a cornerstone of the

Coast Guard's Recreational Boating Safety program

♦ The mission of this program is to minimize the loss of life, personal injury,

property damage and environmental impact associated with the use of recreational

boats, through preventive means.

♦ The Vessel Safety Check is much more than a compliance-oriented examination.

♦ It is an opportunity to help educate boaters through a direct face-to-face boating

information exchange.

Vessel Safety Checks are recorded on ANSC 7038 and submitted to the FSO-IS for entering into AUXDATA II.

Qualification Study Opportunities

- Study by downloading the VSC Manual COMDTINST M16796.8A (October 2014)

- In addition, be current with the Errata (changes) 2016 06 13 newbieflag("April 2, 2017"); //

- Familiarize with forms below: ANSC-7003, ANSC-7008, ANSC-7012, ANSC-7038

- Preparation for the exam is available through VSC Review newbieflag("December 25, 2013"); //

VSC Review (PowerPoint) Facility Review (PowerPoint) SUB (Paddle Craft) Review (PowerPoint) VSC Manual Supplement Backfire Flame Adjuster Clarification Diagrams

- Unit VE training is most successful, such as district Past Captain's Fair (PCF) classes

- Member Trainer or Instructor may proctor an exam as provided during a VE class,

OR Use the on-line open book Vessel Examiner Course Exam

- Compete 5 VSCs under the supervision of a qualified examiner

- Submit D11NR Form MT-2 used to report qualification to FC for forwarding to DIRAUX.

VE two day classes including exam, are available during the Past Captains Fair, Coast Guard Island, in February and August as listed on the D11NR Calendar...link

Re-qualification

VSC

AWARD

PRESENTATION

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District Member Recognition Awards

newbieflag("April 17, 2011"); //

30 or more

District Outstanding Achievement Recognition

Website and Flotilla Meeting

40 or more

National Certificate of Recognition at STAR level from the National Commodore, usually about mid-year after achievement

Flotilla Meeting

60 or more

National ribbon and miniature medal or Bronze starfor repeat performance through the DIRAUX office

240or more

National RBS Device within 2 consecutive yearsOR achieve combination 240 hours with any of the following:Vessel Safety Check, Public Affairs, Public Education, Legislative Outreach, State RBS Outreach

Division COW

If you have any questions regarding the District/National Vessel Examiner awards program, please contact Mike Lauro DSO-VE

BANNERS/SIGN Purchased by individual members or the flotilla. To buy Click here

1-31042 LARGE 4’x 8”VSC Banner $59.00

2-31044 SMALL 18”x 48”VSC Banner $30.00

3-31043 12”x 30” MAGNETIC VSC sign $25.00

NON-UNIFORM ACCESSORIES The following are NON uniform components that may be worn in place of the uniform shirt or ball cap. Prices may have changed.

1-81333 LIGHT blue VE golf shirt $36.50 until XXL-$39.00 To buy Click here

2-1234 Tilley Sun Hat $61.00 To buy Click here

HANDOUTS Flotilla or Examiner owned Materials each Vessel Examiner should have in their personal stock are available from ANSC at NO CHARGE to the Flotilla and need to be ordered by local FSO/SO-MA or Flotilla Commander. In addition, the FSO-MA and FSO-VE should also carry surplus stock.

VE Order Supply FormRev 01/2021

1-3000 VSC Tri-fold pamphlet

2-3003c 8½” X 11” VSC Poster

3-3005c CO Decal

4-3006 Federal Requirements Booklet

5-3020 VHF Radio Instruction Placard

6-3026a America’s Waterway Watch Placard

7-3504 VSC Event Poster

1-4063 Marine Pollution Placard

2-4064 Oil Pollution Placard

- NTRAIN

MARCH 28 - 31, 2023

NTRAIN Proceedings Link

- National Safe Boating Week

MAY 20 - 26, 2023

- PCA Fair

(Past Commanders Assoc.):
SEPTEMBER 16 - 17, 2023
VE Class 0730 - 1600 Saturday &

0730 - 1200 Sunday
Test Sunday 1300 - 1600

ALL Vessel Examiners must complete Introduction to Risk Management
course #100202. Click here to take the course

- In addition, be current with the Errata (changes) 2016 06 13

- Preparation for the exam is available through VSC Review

VSC Review (PowerPoint)
Facility Review (PowerPoint)
SUB (Paddle Craft) Review (PowerPoint)
VSC Manual Supplement Backfire Flame Adjuster Clarification Diagrams

VE two day classes including exam, are available during the Past Captains Fair, Coast Guard Island, in February and August as listed on the
D11NR Calendar...link

30
or more

40
or more

60
or more

National ribbon and miniature medal or Bronze star
for repeat performance through the DIRAUX office

240
or more

National RBS Device
within 2 consecutive years
OR achieve combination 240 hours with any of the following:
Vessel Safety Check, Public Affairs, Public Education,
Legislative Outreach, State RBS Outreach

If you have any questions regarding the District/National Vessel Examiner awards program,
please contact Mike Lauro DSO-VE

BANNERS/SIGN Purchased by individual members or the flotilla.
To buy Click here

1-81333 LIGHT blue VE golf shirt $36.50 until XXL-$39.00
To buy Click here

2-1234 Tilley Sun Hat $61.00
To buy Click here

If you wish additional information on the VE website, please contact
Mike Lauro DSO-VE