COMDTINST 16711.13B
(3)
Neither of the above abbreviated boardings is intended to limit the authority of
boarding officers, but rather to focus the boarding party on some of the most crucial
safety equipment. When significant deficiencies are noted during an at-sea boarding,
a more comprehensive examination may be warranted, either at sea or upon the
vessel's return to port.
(4) Violations noted during at-sea boardings shall be processed for penalty action in
accordance with standard policies. District commanders are empowered to implement
programs and policies, whereby, a penalized vessel may mitigte any fines by
undergoing and successfully completing a dockside examination. This would
encourage vessel operators to fully comply with the requirements, and will go a long
way in furthering the Coast Guard's goal of reducing vessel casualties and losses.
(5) When especially hazardous conditions are noted during a boarding, the operations of
the commercial fishing industry vessel may be terminated. Termination decisions
shall be made with the concurrence of the district commander. Enclosure (1) provides
guidance on the gravity and types of some especially hazardous conditions which may
warrant termination.
(6)
Commercial fishing vessel at-sea boardings shall be recorded on the Boarding Report
Forms CG-4100, CG-4100F, and the Supplemental Boarding Report Form CG-4100S
as appropriate. The Boarding Report should be annotated to indicate whether or not
the boarded vessel displayed a current examination decal. The CG-4100F shall be
completed in accordance with the instructions printed on its reverse side.
(7)
When a vessel's operations are terminated, steps shall be taken to ensure the safety of
the vessel and crew. If the vessel is considered unseaworthy, it shall be escorted to a
safe mooring or harbor, unless more urgent operational priorities arise. The basis for
all terminations shall be indicated on the CG-4100S. A vessel which is terminated
shall undergo a comprehensive CG-4100 boarding (to include all items on the CG-
4100F) upon arrival at a mooring or safe harbor. Assistance in completing this
comprehensive boarding, and any follow-up validation for compliance, shall be
requested from the nearest Marine Safety Office (MSO). The MSO will conduct a
post termination dockside examination as per 6.a.
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