Vessel Examination Program

MISSION STAFF  REPORTS  JOB  D11NR VE INFORMATION QUALIFICATION AUXDATA RECORDS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION MATERIALS FORMS USEFUL LINKS ARCHIVE PHOTO GALLERY

November 2020 VSC Report   Click here
COVID-19 Phase 2   Click here

Evidence-based Measures to Reduce Boating Fatalities   Click here
Performing VSCs during COVID-19   Click here
USCG 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidance/FAQ   Click here

New ANSC Form 7012   Click here

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

  

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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.

 

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AUXDATA RECORDS

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

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WATCH OUR NUMBERS GROW! 

  592 VSCs on 12/04/20

  10.60% of 2020 Goal

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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

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D11NR VESSEL EXAMINER INFO

         DSO-VE Goals for 2020

          National Newsletter, "For Safety's Sake" V Dept Publication

          Literature Distribution: Vessel Trash Disposal Plan

          How to Perform exam for Vessel Facility/Operational Vessel/PWC Facility OPFAC)

          How to Perform a VSC on a Personal Water Craft (PWC)  

          Requirement of the California Carbon Monoxide (CO) Decal

          Examiner Etiquette

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QUALIFICATION, RE-QUALIFICATION, and CURRENCY

Qualification Study Opportunities

    - Required for 2014: online VEX(WK-05) VE Workshop

    - 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

            2020 Vessel Safety Check  Review
            2020 Facility Review
            2020 SUB (Paddle Craft) Review (PowerPoint)
            VSC Manual Supplement Backfire Flame Adjuster Clarification Diagrams
            2020 "WEAR IT!" California Campaign

     - 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.

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D11NR AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

VSC	AWARD	PRESENTATION
	District Member Recognition Awards
20 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

 

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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 2015 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 FormUpdated MARCH 2015           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

 

 

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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)
ANSC 7008	PWC Facility Examination and Offer for Use: Submit annually to DIRAUX
ANSC 7066	7066 Commercial Fishing Vessel Examination
ANSC 7012	Vessel Safety Check: Present to boater and retain a copy
ANSC 7012A	Sport Utility Boat Safety Check Form (kayaks, canoes, rowboats, paddlecraft)
ANSC 7038	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-5	ML-5 IF FOUND PADDLECRAFT DECAL: Paddlecraft ID Labels (does not work with ink jet printer) Avery® White WeatherProof™ Labels for Laser Printers 15513, 2" x 4", Pack of 100 These are WeatherProof™ White Labels that stand up to the toughest weather and temperature conditions and repel water and moisture. They also resist scuffs, tears and smudges so they remain easy to read.
ML-6	2020 Goals
ML-7	2020 VSC Boat Smart From The Start (tri-fold brochure)
ML-8	CA NV & UT VSC Requirements by Vessel Length
ML-9	2020 VSC INFO Flyer
ML-10	2020 VSC Announcement
ML-11	Condensed revision of California Boater Card handout Rev. 04/17
ML-12	Trash Disposal Plan
ML-13	2020 How to Perform a VSC on a PWC
ML-14	2020 Vessel Safety Check - Making A Difference
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
Decal Graphics (jpg) Decal Graphics (png)	For 2020

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San Francisco Bay Area and Delta Clean Boating Maps

Delta Free Maps Order Form:Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta Map

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

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USEFUL LINKS - Organizations Focus on Recreational Boating Safety

SAFETY SEAL HOME PAGE - USCG Auxiliary 'V' Department

USCG AUXILIARY 'V' DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER - "For Safety's Sake"

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

CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS - National Archives and Records Administration

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

SEAWORTHY MAGAZINE ALERTS - Discover how insurance claims could be avoided

SETTING STANDARDS FOR SAFE BOATING - America Boat and Yacht Council

USCG Safety Alerts and Lessons Learned

WEAR IT - National Safe Boating Council

             

National Safe Boating Week   May 22 - 28,  2021

http://www.safeboatingcampaign.com/

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