Author: Chris Harshfield

NACO GUIDANCE: INCIDENT OR MISHAP NOTIFICATION

MEMORANDUM                                                 Date:   July 19, 2021

From: Alex Malewski,

National Commodore

To:      All

Subj:   NACO GUIDANCE: INCIDENT OR MISHAP NOTIFICATION

 

References:     a.  Coast Guard Safety and Environmental Health Manual, (COMDTINST             M5100.47 (series)),

b. Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual (COMDINST M16798.3 (series))

c. Auxiliary Manual (COMDTINST M16790.1 (series))

It is critically important that the Auxiliary’s Senior Leadership be informed in a timely manner if an incident or mishap as defined in this Guidance occurs. The need for such notification is not necessarily confined to those situations in which an Auxiliarist was operating under orders.

The procedures detailed in this Guidance are intended to facilitate timely and accurate notification to the Auxiliary’s Senior leadership of the specified types of incidents or mishaps  involving members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, whether or not they occur while a member is assigned to duty.  These procedures are in addition to those in place for reporting mishaps to the Order Issuing Authority (OIA) occurring while members are under operational orders.

A. Procedure:

1. As soon as possible after an incident occurs the member(s) involved, if able, or another Auxiliarist with knowledge of the facts, shall notify the District Chief of Staff (DCOS), and if under orders, the OIA.

2. If the incident occurred during flight operations or associated ground support activities, the member involved, if able, or another Auxiliarist with knowledge of the facts, shall notify the District Flight Safety Officer (DFSO) and the DCOS as soon as possible whether or not the incident occurred while under orders.  The OIA shall also be notified if the incident occurred while under orders.

3. For all other incidents or mishaps described herein, whether or not occurring while the members are assigned to duty, the member involved or another Auxiliarist with knowledge of the facts shall notify the DCOS as soon as possible.

4. The District Flight Safety Officer, and DCOS shall notify the District Commodore (DCO) of the incident or mishap.

a. The DCO shall notify the District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX) and maintain continuing communication with the DIRAUX as needed.

b. If the DCO deems it warranted, the DCO shall notify the Vice National Commodore (VNACO) and the cognizant Deputy National Commodore (DNACO). The VNACO shall notify the National Commodore (NACO).

5. If at any point in the notification process it is not possible to contact the next level as directed herein, or if there is any doubt that the incident notification will be forwarded in a timely manner to the next level, the reporting member will continue to attempt to contact the next higher level until confirmation is received that the information has been successfully passed.

B. Incident or Mishap to be Reported to NACO

1. As noted, this procedure applies not only to an incident involving an Auxiliarist assigned to duty, including incidents occurring during travel to and from the location of the authorized Auxiliary activity, but also includes incidents defined below that did not occur while assigned to duty:

a. Any occurrence causing personal injury requiring medical care beyond basic first aid, death, and any occupational illness, property damage, personal injury, or loss that will generate a claim against the Coast Guardmust be reported.

b. Any occurrence reported to Active-Duty Coast Guard is to be reported to the designated Auxiliary officer as described.

c. Any unusual occurrence which significantly interferes with, or negatively impacts, the performance or outcome of a mission is to be reported.

d. Any occurrence which results in intervention or a response by a federal, state, or local agency must be reported.

e. Any incident which results in damage in excess of $300.00 (Three Hundred Dollars) or more to an Auxiliary facility or structure must be reported to NACO through the process described.

f. Any other incident, whether or not occurring while a member is assigned to duty or executing a Coast Guard mission, which, in the judgment of the member, is likely to result in positive or negative publicity for the Auxiliary, must be reported.

C.  Contents of The Report

1. State the names of the members involved and their District affiliation.

2. Report the date, time and location of the incident.

3. State whether any injuries were sustained, the nature of the injuries, if known, and whether the injured person(s) has (have) been hospitalized.

4. State whether any government agency was notified or responded to the incident.

5.  Without delaying the report, provide any additional information considered significant.

6.  The report should be considered confidential and not shared beyond forwarding as directed. No information should be passed to anyone other than in compliance with this memorandum. Members of the media inquiring with regard to the incident should be referred to the District Director of Auxiliary.

D. Flow Charts

1. The applicable portion of the attached flow chart shall be followed.

a. Members are required to cooperate with Coast Guard personnel designated to investigate the incident or mishap.

b. Members who do not receive confirmation that the notification has been received shall notify the next level in the Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM). In the case of any government agency related incidents, notification up the chain must be completed.

 

 

 

ALAUX 025/21 CHANGE TO THE COAST GUARD AUXILIARY OPERATIONAL SUPPORT PERSONNEL SECURITY INVESTIGATION (OS PSI) POLICY

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01 JULY 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 025/21

Subj:  CHANGE TO THE COAST GUARD AUXILIARY OPERATIONAL SUPPORT PERSONNEL SECURITY INVESTIGATION (OS PSI) POLICY

1. The below ALCOAST COMDT NOTICE (ACN 063/21) announces an update to the Auxiliary Manual (COMDTINST M16790.1G) that formalizes the current initial and annual OS PSI background check processes which are already in place.

2. If you have any questions or comments, please address them within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) prior to reaching out to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX) office.

Respectfully,

Captain Troy P. Glendye, U.S. Coast Guard

Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX)

 

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ACN 063/21

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SUBJ:  CHANGE TO THE COAST GUARD AUXILIARY OPERATIONAL SUPPORT PERSONNEL SECURITY INVESTIGATION (OS PSI) POLICY

A. Auxiliary Manual, COMDTINST M16790.1G

1.  Purpose. This ACN announces an update to REF (A) to formalize the initial and annual OS PSI background check processes needed to enroll and maintain membership in the Auxiliary. This update reflects current Auxiliary enrollment and annual background check policy as developed by the Office of Security Policy and Management (CG-DCMS-34) and the Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety (CG-BSX).

2.  Background. Newly enrolled Auxiliarists started undergoing OS PSI background checks based on a Special Agreement Check (SAC) in 2003. The SAC process proved unnecessarily long and prevented newly enrolled Auxiliarists from quickly and fully integrating into Auxiliary service. COMDT (CG-DCMS-34) in conjunction with COMDT (CG-BSX) identified a more efficient and timely OS PSI process by adopting the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) check as the vetting standard. This process provides proper background checks for Auxiliarists to enroll, serve, and access Coast Guard facilities without undue delay.

3.  Policy. The following changes to REF (A) are in immediate effect:

a. Section 3.C.2. Types and Durations of Personnel Security Investigations (PSI):  There are three types of Auxiliary PSIs:

(1) Operational Support (OS). Applicable for entry level membership and most activities. Must be completed with a Favorable determination prior to enrollment or re-enrollment, regardless if the applicant possesses a current Favorable PSI from any federal agency, as well as on an annual basis thereafter.

(2) Direct Informational (DI). Applicable for Auxiliarists who require logical access to Coast Guard Standard Work Stations (SWS) and/or networks (i.e., the dot mil domain) due to the nature of the support that they provide to a Coast Guard unit.

(3) Direct Operational (DO). Applicable for more advanced and mission sensitive activities that require an Auxiliarist to hold a security clearance or be security clearance-ready.

Favorable OS, DI, and DO PSI determinations reflect an individual’s suitability for different types of service in the Auxiliary as defined in sections C.2.a, C.2.b, and C.2.c of this chapter. At a minimum, applicants for enrollment and re-enrollment must submit to and undergo an OS PSI which is a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) check. Appropriate paperwork to properly conduct the OS PSI must be included as part of any enrollment and re-enrollment package submission. A DI PSI package requires submission of fingerprints in addition to an SF-85 (Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions) package to complete its Tier 1-level PSI (i.e. old National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI)). A DO PSI package requires submission of fingerprints in addition to an SF-86 (Questionnaire for National Security Positions) to complete its Tier 3-level PSI (i.e. old National Agency Check with Law and Credit (NACLC)).

If an applicant or member has undergone a previous DI or DO PSI performed by a federal agency, is still within its effective period, and can provide appropriate source documentation, then the applicant or member must include a copy of such documentation for Coast Guard Security Center (SECCEN) validation in lieu of standard PSI documents in order to avoid having to undergo an entirely new DI or DO PSI process.

Favorable DI and DO PSI determinations reflect readiness for the granting of more extensive access within Coast Guard information systems and to classified information, respectively. Favorable DI and DO PSI determinations do not have an expiration date unless the Auxiliarist is granted a security clearance in which case applicable security clearance renewal and associated PSI update requirements apply. An Auxiliarist with a Favorable DI or DO PSI may otherwise retain that PSI status indefinitely without further review unless otherwise directed by the Coast Guard. Auxiliarists with a Favorable DI or a DO PSI must still participate in the annual NCIC-III check.

b. Section 3.C.2.a. Operational Support (OS):  Operational Support (OS) is defined as all Auxiliarists who are not designated as Direct Informational (DI) or Direct Operational (DO) in terms of a PSI. The FBI NCIC-III check is the vetting standard for all new enrollees, re-enrollees, and subsequent annual Auxiliary OS PSI background checks. A Director or Coast Guard command may also authorize the conduct of an OS PSI as part of a disciplinary investigation or as precursor to potential disciplinary investigation. The NCIC-III check will:

(1) Identify criminal convictions or other issues that would result in an Unfavorable (UNFAV) PSI determination.

(2) Conduct a wants/warrants check.

(3) Conduct a sex offender check.

(4) Look at the Terrorist Watch List.

(5) Conduct a Foreign Fugitive File Check.

(6) Assist DIRAUX offices in determining suitability for Auxiliary Service and physical access to Coast Guard facilities and installations. (Note: Suitability determinations are based off of the results of the NCIC-III check. Results from the check will be compared to the “Criteria for Denying Unescorted Access” document found on the CG-DCMS-341 Coast Guard Portal page which is classified as For Official Use Only (FOUO).)

Essential elements of an OS PSI are: the Auxiliary Enrollment Application (ANSC 7001) with Full Name (first, middle, and last), Social Security Number, Date of Birth; a signed consent to release information for the purpose of a background check (NCIC-III Check); and acceptable form(s) for proof of identity and proof of U.S. citizenship as per page 4 (Lists of Acceptable Documents) of the USCIS Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

c. Section 3.C.2.a.(1). Verification of U.S. Citizenship: The only Auxiliarists who may verify an applicant’s status as a national of the United States are those who have qualified as an Auxiliary Fingerprint Technician (FT) or Citizenship Verifier (CV). Such verification may also be performed by Coast Guard or federal, state, or local law enforcement personnel who are authorized to perform such functions. Such verification must be noted in the appropriate section of the Auxiliary Enrollment Application (ANSC 7001).

An Auxiliarist must have at least a Favorable OS PSI in order to qualify as a Fingerprint Technician (FT) or Citizenship Verifier (CV). Qualification is based on successful completion of the FT/CV training programs available through the Auxiliary Human Resources Directorate web site at:

(Copy and Paste Below URL into Browser)

http://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=H-DEPT&category=resource-toolkit

The CV qualification is a sub-element of the FT qualification. There is no FT or CV currency maintenance requirement once qualified.

d. Section 3.C.2.a.(2). OS PSI Results: Results of the OS PSI process will be entered into AUXDATA II by DIRAUX personnel. Visibility will normally be limited to DHS, USCG, and the federal Office of Personnel Management (OPM) on a need-to-know basis only. However, all information is eligible for official sharing to other federal agencies for official purposes on a need-to-know basis. Auxiliarists shall only know that the results were FAV or UNFAV. No specific or personal data shall be disclosed to other Auxiliarists.

4.  These changes will be incorporated into the next revision of REF (A), which will be released within the next year.

5.  This message will be canceled on 28 JUN 2022.

6.  POC: General policy questions may be directed to COMDT (CG-BSX-1), at: USCGAUX@uscg.mil.

7.  Released by RDML J. W. Mauger, Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy (CG-5P).

8. Internet release is authorized.

 

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

 

ALAUX 024/21 AUXDATA II UPDATE – PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

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01 JULY 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 024/21

 

Subj:  AUXDATA II UPDATE – PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

 

(a) Rescue and Survival Systems Manual, COMDTINST M10470.10 (series)

1. Effective today, AUXDATA II has a new functionality to track the issuance and maintenance of issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The PPE function can be accessed from the Member Record on the PPE tab. In order to utilize the PPE functions, selected Auxiliarists will need specific PPE Manager permissions to enter PPE data and manage the PPE process. These selected Auxiliarists will likely be the same people who currently track PPE issuance and maintenance per reference (a). Only District Directors of Auxiliary (DIRAUX) or Operations Training Officers (OTO) can grant PPE Manager Permissions.

2. The Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety (CG-BSX) will work with DIRAUX offices to begin the process of training PPE Managers to enter PPE information into AUXDATA II. This effort will be a phased-in approach to ensure the PPE design is working as intended and to make improvements based on initial user feedback. If your DIRAUX office has not given you PPE Manager permissions, please be patient. This will be a significant effort for PPE Managers to learn the process and to enter all of the PPE that is already in circulation in the field. We anticipate that it will likely take between 6-12 months to get all issued PPE entered into AUXDATA II.

3. Thank you to all of the Auxiliarists and OTOs who were instrumental in the development of the AUXDATA II PPE Management functionality.

4. If you have questions, please use the Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM).

 

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

 

ALAUX 023/21 NEW CHIEF DIRECTOR OF AUXILIARY

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25 JUN 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 023/21

Subj:  NEW CHIEF DIRECTOR OF AUXILIARY

To all Coast Guard Auxiliary Personnel:

It is a true honor to relieve the watch this week as your Chief Director. Since 1939, the Coast Guard Auxiliary has had and will continue to have a myriad of ever-evolving missions that includes our ultimate responsibility to promote and improve Recreational Boating Safety as well as provide the Coast Guard with high quality operational, administrative, and logistical support. This is an incredible and humbling responsibility to shoulder, and one that requires an unfailing commitment to excellence in mission execution and support. I look forward to leading this highly motivated and talented group of 23,000+ Auxiliarists!

I can still remember the first time that I was introduced to the Coast Guard by a Coast Guard Auxiliarist in my home town of Plymouth, Massachusetts. I am forever grateful for this introduction and experience. Over the past 21 years, I’ve had the privilege to serve my country and the Coast Guard as both an Aviator and Aero Engineering Officer. I’ve led Coast Guard personnel in both operational and mission support roles.  Now, as your Chief Director, I look forward to learning more about your missions and working with National Commodore Malewski and his staff to carry out the goals laid out in the Auxiliary Strategic Plan for us by Admiral Schultz and Commodore Malewski.

When I’m not in uniform, I’m a family man and I enjoy spending quality time with my wife Sara and four children that are between the ages of 20 and 8.  We recently moved to Charlotte, North Carolina and enjoy numerous outdoor activities to include boating on Lake Norman. To find out a little more about me, please visit my Biography page at: CAPT GLENDYE BIO

Ladies and gentlemen, you have my commitment that I will strive to work with you and lead in a way worthy of our mission, your respect, and the sacrifices that so many of you have made and continue to make to keep us safe and worthy of the public trust. Thank you for your dedicated service and commitment to our nation, Semper Paratus!

Sincerely,

Captain Troy P. Glendye, U.S. Coast Guard

Chief Director of Auxiliary

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

ALAUX 022/21 UPDATE TO AUXILIARY OPERATIONS POLICY MANUAL: AUXILIARY NAVIGATION STANDARDS – CG-BSX POLICY LETTER 21-02

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25 JUN 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 022/21

Subj:  UPDATE TO AUXILIARY OPERATIONS POLICY MANUAL: AUXILIARY NAVIGATION STANDARDS – CG-BSX POLICY LETTER 21-02

To all Coast Guard Auxiliary Personnel:

1.  On 25 June 2021, the Chief Director of the Auxiliary signed CG-BSX Policy Letter 21-02, Update to Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual: Auxiliary Navigation Standards.  The purpose of this policy letter is to update the Order Issuing Authorities’ (OIA) and facility operators’ responsibilities regarding Navigation Standards requirements for Auxiliary surface operations.  All OIAs and facility operators must comply with the provisions in this Policy Letter.

2.  The policy letter can be found on the Coast Guard Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX) website at: CG-BSX Policy Letters.

3.  Internet Release is authorized.

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

 

ALAUX 021/21 RESUMPTION OF IN-PERSON AUXILIARY C-SCHOOLS – REVISION TO CG-BSX POLICY LETTER 21-01

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25 JUN 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 021/21

 

Subj:  RESUMPTION OF IN-PERSON AUXILIARY C-SCHOOLS – REVISION TO CG-BSX POLICY LETTER 21-01

To all Coast Guard Auxiliary Personnel:

1.  On 24 June 2021, the Chief Director of the Auxiliary signed the first revision to CG-BSX Policy Letter 21-01, Resumption of In-Person Auxiliary C-schools.  The purpose of this policy letter is to provide expanded guidance for the resumption of in-person Auxiliary C-schools as restrictions and limitations imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic evolve.  Auxiliarists vaccinated against COVID-19, as well as unvaccinated Auxiliarists, are now authorized to attend in-person Auxiliary C-schools subject to provisions of this policy letter.

2.  The policy letter can be found on the Coast Guard Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX) website at: CG-BSX Policy Letters.

3.  Internet Release is authorized.

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

ALAUX 020/21 82ND BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

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23 JUN 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 020/21

Subj:  82ND BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

1. Today marks the 82nd birthday of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. I wanted to thank each and every one of you for your continued vigilance and professionalism over the past year. Your commitment to service and drive to overcome the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic are truly inspirational. Let us continue to serve with pride and forge ahead into the future.

2. Also, please find the link here for an article written by my staff celebrating the Auxiliary’s Birthday: Happy Birthday to the Coast Guard Auxiliary! > United States Coast Guard > My Coast Guard News (uscg.mil)

3. Happy Birthday, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary!

Respectfully,

Captain Scott L. Johnson

Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX)

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SUBJ: 82ND BIRTHDAY OF THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

1. Happy birthday and congratulations to all United States Coast Guard Auxiliarists on your 82 years of devoted service to a grateful United States Coast Guard and maritime public.

2. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has forged a rich heritage and stellar reputation since its creation in 1939 when Congress established an organization of volunteers to promote boating safety in the United States and augment the U.S. Coast Guard. As the years have passed, the scope of Auxiliary support of Coast Guard units and missions has incredibly expanded, surpassed only by the enthusiasm, dedication, and compassion of Auxiliarists themselves.

3. In our 21st century Coast Guard, it is not surprising to find Auxiliarists delivering interpreter and translation services in dozens of foreign languages, honing cyber skills to assist the defense of Coast Guard information systems, and providing vital religious ministry support to the District Chaplain community, in addition to exercising their traditional roles and recognized strengths in recreational boating safety, search and rescue, and public outreach. This year we also celebrate the Auxiliary’s commitment to service throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the extraordinary challenges presented, Auxiliary personnel made significant impacts nationwide. Whether flying medical supplies to those in need in remote locations, supplying critical health services support to Coast Guard clinics, or furnishing compassionate chaplain support at Coast Guard units, the Auxiliary consistently answered all bells and facilitated Coast Guard response across the board.

4. Even more impressively, the Auxiliary employed remarkable flexibility in adapting to the necessities of a virtual environment. The Auxiliary rapidly and creatively leveraged technology to successfully conduct more than 1,000 virtual unit elections integral to the continuity of Auxiliary leadership. It also successfully held its first-ever online Auxiliary National Board meeting in which the Vice Commandant and I were privileged to participate.

5. The Auxiliary’s steadfast determination and remarkable ingenuity are hallmarks of National Commodore Alex Malewski’s Watch Words, “Ready, Resourceful, Resilient.” The Auxiliary sets the standard we can all appreciate and emulate in our quest for mission excellence. I am extremely proud of our Coast Guard Auxiliary. Please join me in recognizing this significant milestone in a long and distinguished history of service by congratulating our Auxiliarists for their outstanding performance and 82 years of exceptional adherence to our defining core values of Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty. Semper Paratus.

6. POC: CDR Edgardo Cruz, COMDT (CG-BSX-11) at: Edgardo.Cruz@uscg.mi

7. ADM Karl L. Schultz, Commandant (CCG), sends.

8. Internet release is authorized.

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

 

ALAUX 019/21 JUNE 2021 COAST GUARD EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CREDENTIAL BOARD RESULTS

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17 JUN 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 019/21

Subj:  JUNE 2021 COAST GUARD EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CREDENTIAL BOARD RESULTS

1. Please read the following ALCOAST announcement of the June 2021 Coast Guard Emergency Management Credential Board results. Congratulations to Auxiliarists William Steadman, Joseph Gleason, Anthony Marzano, Camilo Olivieri, Stephen Kastensmidt, Joseph Leonard, Jr., and Michael Mason for earning this highly advanced credential! Bravo Zulu!

Respectfully,

Captain Scott L. Johnson

Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX)

 

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SUBJ: JUNE 2021 COAST GUARD EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CREDENTIAL BOARD RESULTS

A. COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC 191056Z APR 21/ACN 043/21

B. U.S. Coast Guard Emergency Management Credential (CGEMC) Application Guide, April 2021

1. This ALCOAST announces the June 2021 Coast Guard Emergency Management Credential Board results, which convened May 31-June 4, 2021 in accordance with REFs (A) and (B).

2. The CGEMC Board was established in 2021 to recommend Coast Guard personnel who have demonstrated the highest levels of expertise and proficiency in the field of Emergency Management (EM) for a credential. This credential is a cornerstone effort designed to advance crisis leadership skills within the Coast Guard by promoting the principles of EM. The CGEMC is available to any active duty (officer or enlisted), civilian, reserve (officer or enlisted), or auxiliary member who meets the training, experience, and test criteria, regardless of specialty or assigned duty station/position. The CGEMC Board was modeled after the ICS Competency Review process.

3. The June 2021 Board was the first CGEMC Board. Members were chosen based on, among other criteria, their current possession of a Certified Emergency Management (CEM) Credential issued by the International Association of Emergency Managers(IAEM) or other comparable agency. CG members who hold a valid CEM from IAEM or other comparable agency are awarded a CGEMC, once applied for, IAW REF (B). Members for future boards will hold the CGEMC. The June 2021 Board reviewed 53 applications resulting in 50 credentials recommended, of the 53, 39 were CEM or other comparable agency credential holders.

4. The Director, Emergency Management, COMDT (CG-5RI), approved the recommendations from the Board and found the following members to have achieved the CGEMC credential as indicated below:

CAPT Kailie Benson, COMDT (CG-OEM)

CDR LuAnn Kehlenbach, Sector Northern New England

CDR Martin Schell, USCGR, Pac-35

CDR Dawn Prebula, Air Station Corpus Christi

CDR Jason Ingram, Sector Virginia

CDR Scott Smith, Sector Anchorage

CDR Michael McGrail, MSST New Orleans

CDR Paul Rooney, USCGR, District 1 Boston

CDR Allison Cox, Sector Guam

CDR David Dixon, District 17 Juneau

CDR Sharon Russell, USCGR, Joint Staff South

CDR Matthew Walter, Sector Sault Ste Marie

LCDR Amanda LeMonde, Pacific Strike Team

LCDR Robert LeMonde, District 14 Honolulu

LCDR Brittani Koroknay, District 5 Portsmouth

LCDR David Vihonski, TRACEN Yorktown

LCDR David Fernandez, Sector San Francisco

LCDR David Ruhlig, COMDT (CG-00-CAG)

LCDR Rhenee Allen, Sector Virginia

LCDR Kristina Butler, COMDT (CG-OEM)

LCDR Ben O’Loughlin, Sector Ohio Valley

LCDR Nathaniel Sargent, Sector Northern New England

LT Daniel Dunn, Gulf Strike Team

LT Enrique Quinones, Sector Maryland-NCR

LT Amber Larson, COMDT (CG-OEM)

LT Andrea Prosser, Sector San Francisco

LT Patrick Chamberlin, Sector Detroit

LT Terry Plank, Sector Delaware Bay

LT Leah Roach, DCMS-81

LT David Steele, District 5 Portsmouth

LTJG J. Austin Newcomer, Sector Columbia River

LTJG Andrew Grady, District 5 Portsmouth

LTJG Brandon Young, TRACEN Yorktown

MSSR4 Todd Wardwell, Sector Delaware Bay

MSTC Terry Hasenauer, COMDT (CG-IMAT)

MLES3 Lee Conroy, COMDT (CG-MLE)

Mr. Steven Maynard, COMDT (CG-OEM)

Mr. Robert Gore, COMDT (CG-OEM)

Mr. Paul Stocklin, Sector Puget Sound

Mr. Peter Killmer, MSU Cleveland

Mr. Thomas Tarrants, COMDT (CG-OEM)

Mr. Frank Cesario, Sector Miami

Mr. Patrick Nelson, District 9 Cleveland

AUX William Steadman

AUX Joseph Gleason

AUX Anthony Marzano

AUX Camilo Olivieri

AUX Stephen Kastensmidt

AUX Joseph Leonard, Jr.

AUX Michael Mason

5. Recipients should expect to receive certificates electronically via the email address provided in their applications. COMDT (CG-OEM-1) will enter the CGEMC into Direct Access/ESS.

6. Each Board convening, COMDT (CG-OEM) will implement Board feedback to improve the application submission and review process as well as current guidance. Applicants can expect to see process improvements as well as successful application tips detailed in the Coast Guard Emergency Management Credential Application Guide annually. Furthermore, COMDT (CG-OEM) amplifies the information contained in the Guide through webinars, sample applications, FAQs and announcements all posted to the COMDT (CG-OEM-1) CGPortal Page at: (Copy and Paste Below URL into Browser)

https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/cgcpe1/SitePages/Home.aspx.

7. Members seeking to apply for Credential or require application guidance, can e-mail CG-OEM-1@uscg.mil.

8. Submission timelines and procedures are located in REF (B). All applications for the next Board are due by 15 August 2021 for the October 2021 Board convening.

9. The June 2021 Coast Guard Emergency Management Credential Board membership included:

Name

CDR LuAnn Kehlenbach, Board President

LCDR Amanda Le Monde

LCDR David Vihonski

LT Daniel Dunn

LT Enrique Quinones

MSSR4 Todd Wardwell

Mr. Steven Maynard served as Board Secretary and COMDT (CG-OEM-1) representative.

10. Questions regarding the June 2021 Coast Guard Emergency Management Credential Board results should be directed to CG-OEM-1@uscg.mil.

11. POC: CDR Laura Miller COMDT (CG-OEM-1), 202-372-2143 or Laura.S.Miller1@uscg.mil.

12. Ms. Dana S. Tulis, Director, Emergency Management (CG-5RI), sends.

13. Internet release is authorized.

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

ALAUX 018/21 RESUMPTION OF IN-PERSON AUXILIARY C-SCHOOLS – CG-BSX POLICY LETTER 21-01

united states coast guard

02 JUN 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 018/21

Subj: RESUMPTION OF IN-PERSON AUXILIARY C-SCHOOLS – CG-BSX POLICY LETTER 21-01

1. On 28 May 2021, the Chief Director of the Auxiliary signed CG-BSX Policy Letter 21-01, Resumption of In-Person Auxiliary C-schools.  The purpose of this policy letter is to provide guidance for the resumption of in-person Auxiliary C-schools as restrictions and limitations imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic evolve.

2. The policy letter can be found on the Coast Guard Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX) website at: CG-BSX Policy Letters.

3. Internet Release is authorized.

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.

ALAUX 017/21 ASSOCIATION FOR RESCUE AT SEA 2020 GOLD AND SILVER AWARDS SOLICITATION

united states coast guard

02 JUN 2021

FM:  CHDIRAUX

TO:  ALAUX

ALAUX 017/21

Subj:  ASSOCIATION FOR RESCUE AT SEA 2020 GOLD AND SILVER AWARDS SOLICITATION

1. The Coast Guard recently solicited nominations for the AFRAS 2020 Gold and Silver Medals awards. Please submit nominations in accordance with the guidance below.

Respectfully,

Captain Scott L. Johnson

Chief Director of Auxiliary (CG-BSX)

 

R 131705Z MAY 21

FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC

TO ALCOAST

BT

UNCLAS

ALCOAST 183/21

SSIC 16100

SUBJ: ASSOCIATION FOR RESCUE AT SEA 2020 GOLD AND SILVER AWARDS SOLICITATION

A. Recognition Programs Manual, COMDTINST M1650.26 (series)

B. Auxiliary Manual, COMDTINST M16790.1 (series)

1. Per REF (A), this ALCOAST solicits nominees for the Association for the Rescue at Sea (AFRAS) 2020 awards.

2. Background.

a. Formed in 1976, AFRAS is a non-profit foundation that supports services concerned with saving lives at sea. The AFRAS awards program provides the opportunity for Area and District Commanders, Commanding Officers, and Officers-in-Charge to recognize deserving Coast Guard personnel for bravery in the conduct of search and rescue missions.

b. The AFRAS Gold and Silver Medals are the highest search and rescue awards presented to a Coast Guard member by a civilian organization.

(1) Gold Medal. Established in 1982, the Gold Medal is presented annually to a Coast Guard enlisted person for an act of extraordinary bravery during a rescue at sea.

(2) Silver Medal. Established in 2000, the Silver Medal (silver reflects the distinctive Auxiliary uniform) is presented annually to a deserving Coast Guard Auxiliarist (a collective nomination may be submitted for members of the same boat or aircrew).

3. Awards presentation. Both the Gold and Silver Medals will be presented in a ceremony in Washington, D.C., in the Fall, 2021. Ceremony participants include congressional representatives, AFRAS leadership, the Commandant of the Coast Guard, and other senior Coast Guard leaders. Award recipients will be honored at the ceremony and family members are invited to attend.

4. AFRAS award eligibility. AFRAS selects recipients from among nominations submitted. Award criteria are set forth in REF (A) and reiterated below.

a. Gold Medal nominees must be enlisted members on active duty at the time of the rescue being recognized. Silver Medal nominees must be Coast Guard Auxiliarists at the time of the rescue being recognized.

b. The response must involve a lifesaving rescue from the perils of the sea where the heroic actions of the nominee are uniquely distinguished. However, consideration will be given to all rescues involving life-threatening situations.

c. Nominations must be for Calendar Year 2020 rescues.

5. Administration.

a. Units are encouraged to submit nominations to COMDT (CG-SAR) via their chain of command. District awards boards should review all nominations to ensure compliance with the above criteria. Silver Medal nominations must be submitted in accordance with REF (B), Section 11.C.7.

b. Nominations must consist of:

(1) A cover letter identifying the nominee and pay grade (if applicable), current duty station/Auxiliary Flotilla, and the expiration of enlistment (if applicable).

(2) Coast Guard Award Recommendation, Form CG-1650.

(3) One-page award citation.

(4) 1-2 page summary of the action that fully describes the rescue.

(5) Any additional information pertinent to AFRAS evaluation of the nomination.

c. Forward command endorsed nominations to: COMDT (CG-SAR), U.S. Coast Guard, 2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE, Washington, D.C. 20593-7516. Attn: AFRAS Nomination.

d. Award nominations must be received by COMDT (CG-SAR)

by 18 June 21.

6. COMDT (CG-SAR) AFRAS Awards POC: Mr. Mike Clarke (202) 372-2090. Request an advance copy of the award nomination is emailed to Mr. Clarke at: Michael.E.Clarke@uscg.mil.

7. Ms. Dana S. Tulis, Director, Emergency Management (CG-5RI), sends.

8. Internet release is authorized.

 

If you have a question regarding this ALAUX, please seek resolution within your Chain of Leadership and Management (COLM) including up to your servicing District Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX). If your question still cannot be resolved after that, then please email CGAUX@uscg.mil.