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Where will OPCON and TACON delegation be specified?

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In the OPLAN

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What is TACON?

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Tactical Control is responsible for oversight of assigned assets as well as providing guidance as needed. TACON will normally operate from a location remote to the actual operational area. Larger ops may need a PATCOM to assist with the on scene coordination.

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What is PATCOM?

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Designated by TACON to handle the on scene organization of large operations. Responsible for directing on scene forces and continually updating TACON.

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What are Patrol Orders?

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Are designed to outline the security missions objectives and conditions. Should be issued prior to the mission pre-brief so the RBS crews have time to review them.

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What is an alternative to Patrol Orders?

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IAP (Incident Action Plan)

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What is a Pre-brief?

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At a minimum should be 30 minutes in length and is designed to present the missions plan to security forces.

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What is a VPIT?

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A Vessel Posing Imminent Threat to the HVA or SZPU.

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What are De-briefs are good for?

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They are a valuable tool for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of performance.

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What are the loss of communications procedures?

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  • try contacting any/all units
  • try secondary/tertiary frequencies
  • use alternate planned forms of communications
  • use loud-hailer or siren
  • use colored smoke, flares, or signal flags that were designated in the communications plan to signal lost comms
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Who shall give guidance to PATCOM/coxn’s during the planning phase and pre-brief regarding diverting assets for Urgent SAR?

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TACON

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Is the use of cell phones or texting devices while underway authorized?

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Is not authorized without permission of the coxn. The operator of the boat shall never use a cellphone or texting device.

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What is OPCON?

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OPCON is responsible for developing plans that will use available resources to provide for the protection of a HVA. Most cases it will be the District Commander or will be delegated down to the COPT/Sector Commander.

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What is SV?

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Screening Vessel, is the RB that intercepts incoming vessels to determine its intent. The SV detects, identifies, investigates, classifies, warns off and if necessary engages the TOI.

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What is RV?

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Reaction Vessel, is the RB that is charged with backing up the SV when it is intercepting/investigating a TOI.

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What takes precedence over BOAT Manual Vol. III for operations involving joint USCG and DOD forces?

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Tactical Boat Operations M3120.18

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Where can you find guidance on NVPZ Regulations?

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33 CFR

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Only Level I PWCS units with TBCM’s may enforce what?

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SZ’s with a MAW

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What units are authorized to certify TCOXN’s and TBCM’s?

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Only Level I commands

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What is a NVPZ?

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Naval Vessel Protection Zone, is a 500 yrd regulated area of water surrounding a U.S. Naval Vessel. When within a NVPZ all vessels shall operate at a minimum speed necessary to maintain a safe course. When within a NVPZ no vessel or person is allowed within 100 yrds without authorization.

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A Security Zone is comprised of 5 over lapping areas, what are they?

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  • Boundary line
  • Sectors
  • Patrol area
  • Intercept zone
  • Reaction zone
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What is the area outside of the security zone called?

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Assessment zone

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What is the intercept zone?

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It is the inside area of the security zone where TOI’s should be intercepted and its intent is determined.

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What is the Reaction zone?

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Is the area within the security zone where VPIT’s shall not be allowed to enter

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What is the maximum amount of sectors a security zone should have?

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No more than 4 sectors

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What is a patrol area of a security zone?
Is the portion of the security zone and surrounding area in which a unit conducts enforcement operations.
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What is LAA?
Limited Access Area
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What is SZ?
Security Zone
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What is RNA?
Regulated Navigation Area
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What is SZPU?
Security Zone Protection Unit
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How should shouldered fired weapons be fired?
Shouldered fired weapons should be fired from the seated position and the gunner should use the crew restraints.
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What should the gunner do if firing from the aft deck?
If firing from the aft deck, the gunner should be firing from the kneeling position with the gunner restraint system connecting them to the boat.
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When should safety function checks be conducted?
Safety function checks shall be conducted prior to getting underway IAW M3120.18
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Where would you find standard weapon commands?
They are located in M3120.18 in appendix F
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What is the key to a successful night engagement?
Early detection
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What do TBCM's/PBCM's need extensive training on In order to have an effective fire fight at night?
NVD's (Night Vision Devices)
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Who does the coxn notify when they decide to move the gunner from the bow/stern due to the weather?
TACON
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What is required while the boat is outfitted with small arms, including the MAW?
At least 1 armed alert crewman shall be onboard at all times, including brief meal stops.
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Where do you find guidance for loading postures for the MAW?
M3120.18
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Where do you find guidance on pre fire checks?
Pre fire checks will be conducted IAW M3120.18
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How shall the train stops set on the MK16 gun mount?
They shall be set to stop the arc of motion no less than 6" from the cabin and/or fixed structures
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Who is responsible for installing the MK16 gun mounts?
The units servicing armory, when completed the mount number and date installed shall be documented in ALMIS and the units small arms log.
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Who is required to have a unit specific machine gun SOP?
Each unit
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What are LAA's?
- security zones - NVPZ - restricted waterfront areas - safety zones
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What is a security zone?
Established by the COTP or the District Commander if needed, its an area of land, water or combination of both. Its either fixed or moving and are established around HVA's and a minimum of two boats are required for an effective zone.
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Where do you find understanding of LAA's?
CFR 33: Navigation and navigation waters
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What is the Shadow tactic?
Is an effective means of deterrence as it communicates to the operator of the TOI CG awareness of their presence.
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What is the Intercept tactic?
Its used to determine the incoming vessels intent (bow on or opening maneuver)
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What are the four basic boat tactics?
- shadow tactic - intercept tactic - herding tactic - shouldering tactic
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What is the field of fire?
Is the area designated for primary or supporting weapons fire at an incoming TOI as defined by the CGUOFP. FOF shall over lap for complete coverage of the area around the protected asset.
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What is the Herding tactic?
Is a tactical boat maneuver where the SV purposely maneuvers toward the COI in an attempt to force it away from the protected asset.
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What are some maneuvers for escorting TOI's?
- switching sectors - loitering handoff - drop back handoff
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What is a CCV?
Command and Control Vessel
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A single boat escort shall only be undertaken when the HVA has met one of the following conditions?
- is operating in protected waters patrolled by other LE assets - has embarked one or more security teams - is covered by shore side security
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When firing, what is a short round burst?
5 - 10 rounds bursts
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All other UOF outside of the security zone falls under what policy?
CGUOFP and requires an SNO
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If a vessel threatens a CG Law enforcement platform or other U.S. forces in the vicinity, what applies?
(Unit self defense) the general unit self defense principles of the SROE apply.
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If the actions of the vessel pose an imminent threat of death or serious physical injury to individual law enforcement personnel or others, what policy applies?
(Individual self defense) CGUOFP applies
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Units that frequently perform NCV pursuit activities related to CD/AMIO missions are classified as what?
Pursuit Level IV
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What is a PV?
Primary Vessel
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What is SV when dealing with pursuit vessels?
Secondary Vessel
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What is OPF?
Optimum Pursuit Formation
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What are the 3 pursuit phases?
- intercept - approach - engagement
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Units faced with NCV's but is classified as other than Pursuit Level IV, should follow the mandatory checklists for stopping NCV's, what parts?
Step I and Step III only
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What is OSCOOR?
On scene Coordinator
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A SNO is required for which Steps?
Steps II and Steps IV
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What is OPP?
Optimum Pursuit Position
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While conducting a Pursuit, where do you conduct your maneuvers?
Outside of the NCV
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What should a single boat pursuit vessel do if it sees a NCV dump contraband?
The PV shall electronically mark the location and pass the information to TACON
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What is the Echelon formation?
The PV is aft of the NVC and outboard of the NCV's wake and the SV is aft of the PV and outboard of the PV's wake.
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What is 18USC2237?
Its a felony punishable up to 5 years imprisonment for any master, operator or person in charge of a vessel of the US or subject to the jurisdiction of the US to knowingly fail to obey an order to heave to, use of force against such vessel is authorized (guidance is found in the MLEM)
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What happens during the intercept phase?
Typically initiated after visual or electronic detection, the datum time and initial base course and speed of TOI is established.
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What happens during the approach phase?
When the PV closes on a TOI, ends when the RB places the PV in the Optimum Pursuit Position (OPP)
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What happens during the engagement phase?
After initial contact, failure to comply with tasking identifies the TOI as a NCV. This phase is the most complex for pursuit crews and includes the delivery of authorized ordnance to stop NCV.
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Where do you find guidance of weapon commands?
Chapter 12 of the Ordnance Manual
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What does weapons stowed mean?
Boat weapons are placed in a clear and safe condition in accordance with the Ordnance Manual M8000.2, stowed in the ready air position with the gun mount stow pins in place, weapons not loaded and the chambers are clear.
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Who orders weapons free?
Ordered by TACON only
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What does weapons free mean?
After order is given, the coxn is free to commence firing at his/her discretion.
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What does weapons tight mean?
When the order is given, the gunner will train weapons in a safe direction away from contacts in a non threatening manner, gunners will make certain that their chambers are clear.
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Who orders weapons tight?
Ordered by TACON only
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What is ramming considered?
It is considered an act of unit self defense or deadly force
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What is OPFOR?
Opposing Force Operator, they set the level of training, its assigned to a designated trainer who passes the competency, maturity and demeanor to instruct.
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Where do you find the TCOXN/TBCM pqs?
BOAT Manual Vol III
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Where do you find the PCOXN/PBCM pqs?
BOAT Manual Vol III
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For pursuit, what does cover mean?
It is the act of protecting the PBCM in the event the NCV poses an imminent threat of death or bodily injury. The boatcrew member responsible to provide cover may do so using the PDW or a shoulder fired weapon.
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What is the pinch approach?
Is used in calm weather when boarding teams from both RB's are preferred to maintain control of the situation.
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What is the foul weather approach?
Is used anytime the weather conditions prevent the use of the pinch approach
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What does weapons ready mean?
Gunners have positive control of the weapon, mount stow pins are removed, may be loaded at the discretion of the coxn but not chambered, weapons on safe and weapons trained in a safe direction.
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What is CBRNE?
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive
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What is a tactical boat?
Its defined as a watercraft that is less than 65' in length
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Our statutory basis for the USCG LE mission is found where?
In Title 14 USC 2
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What gives the primary authority for Maritime Security (MARSEC)?
Maritime Transportation Act
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How many tiers are in the MARSEC system?
3
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What is MARSEC LVL 1?
MARSEC LVL 1 is the CG's baseline security posture.
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What is MARSEC LVL 2?
MARSEC LVL 2 is an increased security posture, normally set when there is a perception of heightened general risk.
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What is MARSEC LVL 3?
MARSEC LVL 3 is the CG's most focused security posture. Normally set when attack is deemed imminent or has already occurred.
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Who changes the status of the MARSEC LVL?
Changes in the MARSEC LVL is set by the Commandant
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How are the status changes in the MARSEC LVL promulgated?
They are promulgated through EXORDS (Executive Orders). May be changed either nationwide, by district or by a port.
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Can anyone else change the MARSEC LVL?
On lone exceptions the MARSEC LVL can be increased by the COTP.
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Changes in the MARSEC LVL's is informed by what advisory system?
NTAS (National Terrorist Advisory System)
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How are CG units informed on MARSEC LVL changes?
Changes in the MARSEC LVL's are sent out by message traffic.
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How is the public informed about MARSEC LVL changes?
The public is informed by VTS or by Broadcast Notice to Mariners.
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What advisory system did the NTAS replace and when?
It replaced the HSAS in April of 2011
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Significant risk is associated with what MARSEC LVL?
1
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Heightened risk is associated with what MARSEC LVL?
2
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Terrorist incident imminent or post incident is associated with what MARSEC LVL?
3
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What is NSSE?
National Special Security Event
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Why was the NTAS established?
It was established and designed to more effectively communicate information about terrorist threats by providing timely, detailed information to the public, government agencies, first responders, airports and other transportation hubs and private sector.
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Whats the campaign slogan for the NTAS?
If you see something, say something
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Where do you find the guidance on the weapon requirements for boarding team embarkations and debarkations?
The guidance for weapon requirements is found in Appendix O of the MSRO.
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What are the three carriage postures for vessels carrying a MAW?
- Clear Weapon - Half Load - Full Load
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Where do you find the guidance for the loading and downloading of the MAW?
Guidance can be found in the Ordnance Manual.
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Except for MCI/KR patrols, vessels actively conducting all MSRO activities shall be in what kind of weapons posture?
Half load posture
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What is the purpose of a security boarding?
It is an intervention by an armed boarding team of a vessel designated by the COTP.
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Where shall HIV boardings be conducted?
They should be conducted prior to the vessel entering a US port.
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Small Vessel Security Boardings are normally conducted in the vicinity of what?
Normally conducted in the vicinity of MCI/KR's, security zones or KPA's (LAA/RNA)
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What is the weapon requirement for a CAT-1 unit conducting security boardings?
A MAW is required
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What is the weapon requirement for a CAT-2 unit conducting security boardings?
The MAW is optional
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What is the weapon requirement for a CAT-3 unit while conducting a security boarding?
Boatcrews will be armed with a shotgun/M-16 and a PDW
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What is the boarding team manning requirement for conducting a non-security boarding/security boarding on a vessel less than 300 gross tons?
The boarding team shall have a minimum of 2 qualified armed LE personnel.
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What are the 4 types of security boardings?
- HIV - Non-HIV - Small vessel security boarding - Suspect vessel security boarding
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Security boardings on vessels larger than 300 gross tons shall have a minimum of how many boarding team members?
At a minimum the boarding team will be comprised of 6 qualified LE personnel.
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What are somethings to consider when it comes to deciding on the size of the boarding team?
- suspicion of criminal activity - size and condition of vessel - number of personnel on board - vessel activity being examined or regulated - need for interpreters - recent experience in the operation area - mission complexity and risk
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