Unit Name: Boat Nr: Score: SAT/UNSAT Coxswain: Engineer: Date: DD/MON/YR Crewmember: Crewmember: Indicate Search Pattern Used: VS, SS, Other Weather during drill: Winds: T KTS Seas: Swell: FT T FT T Current: T KTS Visibility: NM References a. Applicable Boat Type Operator s Handbook b. Boat Operations and Training Vol I, COMDTINST 16114.32 (series) c. Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINST M16114.5 (series) d. Navigation Rules, International-Inland, COMDTINST M16672.2 (series) e. Scalable Integrated Navigations System Operators Handbook f. Rescue and Survival Systems Manual, COMDTINST M10470.10 (series) g. Navigation Standards Manual, COMDTINST M3530.2(series) h. Operational Risk Management, COMDTINST 3500.3 (series) i. Team Coordination Training, COMDTINST 1541.1 (series) j. U.S. Coast Guard Addendum to the United States National Search and Rescue Supplement (NSS) to the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual (IAMSAR), COMDTINST 16130.2 (series) 1
Changes This drill checklists includes the following changes since the last published version: Change Delete Change Details Tracking codes have been removed. Deploy datum marker at LKP instead of CSP. Drill Structure This drill evaluates the team s ability to execute a drifting-type search pattern, using either SINS or paper based as primary means of navigation. This drill is imposed after the boat is already underway; standard underway preparations shall have been completed and evaluated via the Day/Night Navigation & Piloting or Loss of GPS drill checklist. When safe, the instructor will announce the scenario requiring the execution of a drifting search pattern. 2
Terminal Performance Objective Given an underway CG boat with an operational GPS/Scalable Integrated Navigation System (SINS), up-to-date electronic chart (if used as primary), radar, radio, compass, corrected chart of the operating area, a certified crew operating within prescribed limitations and a SAR scenario with the boat positioned at Commence Search Point (CSP), execute a drifting type search pattern in accordance with the following standards: Deploy datum marker overboard at LKP (VS only). Plot or enter CSP into SINS. Determine direction of set accurate to 45 degrees. Post additional lookouts, coordinate areas of responsibility, and provide target description. Calculate all courses (compass) and turns accurately within 3 degrees. Start pattern within 5 minutes of arrival at CSP. Steer first leg of pattern in direction of set (000º if set cannot be determined). Conduct of own vessel in accordance with the Rules of the Road. Verify displayed position using radar, fathometer, visual ranges, and ATON. Base course and speed on engine RPM and compass course, do not adjust to counter set and drift. Commence turns within plus or minus 15 seconds of stated DR time. Steer on datum marker when on 3 rd, 6 th and 9 th (VS only). Complete minimum five search pattern legs (SS pattern). Plot or enter end search datum marker position. Use GAR/SPE and update as necessary. Evaluate situation and vessel location prior to maneuvering (i.e. change speed and/or course) Wear and use crew safety and survival equipment properly. Do not jeopardize safety of vessel and crew. Wear kill switch lanyard appropriately (if installed) when making way. Inform unit/operational Commander as situation/risk changes. 3
Items identified with an (S) Standard must be met to achieve a SAT ENABLING OBJECTIVES SAT UNSAT REMARKS 1. Preparations: a. Brief crew on initial SAR check sheet items. b. Open windows (if installed), as necessary. c. Roll-up weather curtains prior to evolution. (if installed). 2. Search Pattern Execution: a. Pass position and search plans to communications watch. b. Advise unit/operational Commander of onscene WX and start time of pattern. c. Deploy datum marker overboard at LKP (VS only). (S) d. Plot or enter CSP into SINS. (S) e. Determine direction of set accurate to 45 degrees. (S) f. Post additional lookouts, coordinate areas of responsibility, and provide target description. (S) g. Calculate all courses (compass) and turns accurately within 3 degrees. (S) h. Calculate and state DR times and total time to run. i. Start pattern within 5 minutes of arrival at CSP. (S) 4
Items identified with an (S) Standard must be met to achieve a SAT ENABLING OBJECTIVES SAT UNSAT REMARKS j. Steer first leg of pattern in direction of set (000º if set cannot be determined). (S) k. Use sound signals in accordance with Rules of the Road. l. Conduct of own vessel in accordance with the Rules of the Road. (S) m. Verify displayed position using radar, fathometer, visual ranges, and ATON. (S) n. If using illumination, minimize impact on night vision. o. Provide course guidance to helmsman (Coxswain). p. State speed over ground. q. Base course and speed on engine RPM and compass course, do not adjust to counter set and drift. (S) r. Commence turns within plus or minus 15 seconds of stated DR time. (S) s. Steer on datum marker when on 3 rd, 6 th and 9 th (VS only). (S). t. Complete minimum five search pattern legs (SS pattern). (S) u. Plot or enter end search datum marker position. (S) v. Pass final position of datum marker to SMC (to determine set and drift of datum). 5
Items identified with an (S) Standard must be met to achieve a SAT ENABLING OBJECTIVES SAT UNSAT REMARKS 3. Crew Teamwork and Coordination: a. Use GAR/SPE and update as necessary. (S) b. Brief crew on specific job and mission responsibilities (Coxswain). c. Communicate effectively and assertively during evolution. d. Monitor each other s performance, assist and back-up each other s actions and decisions. e. Provide appropriate and timely guidance throughout evolution (Coxswain). f. Wear and use crew safety and survival equipment properly. (S) g. Do not jeopardize safety of vessel and crew. (S) h. Evaluate situation and vessel location prior to maneuvering (i.e. change speed and/or course). i. Wear kill switch lanyard appropriately (if installed) when making way. (S) j. Inform unit/operational Commander as situation/risk changes. (S) 6
VS Worksheet Leg Course Comment 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7