COMDTINST 16711.14
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a.
(3)
Group commanders, commanding officers/officers-in-
charge shall:
(a)
Request scheduling of district-provided fishing
vessel training through the district fishing
vessel safety coordinator for their respective
personnel, including augmenting reserve and
auxiliary personnel.
(b)
Ensure that a minimum level of personnel are
trained consistent with the unit mission and
role in the Commercial fishing industry vessel
safety program.
(c)
Review qualification checklists and
certification letters signed by the district
fishing vessel safety coordinator and endorse
as appropriate.
(4)
Commanding officers of MSOs:
(a)
Request scheduling of fishing vessel training
through the district fishing vessel safety
coordinator for their respective personnel,
including augmenting reserve and auxiliary
personnel.
(b)
Ensure that a minimum level of qualified
personnel are trained consistent with the unit
mission and role in the commercial fishing
industry vessel safety program.
(c)
Review qualification checklists and
certification letters signed by the district
fishing vessel safety coordinator and endorse
as appropriate.
b.
Commandant (G-MVI) shall:
(1)
As program manager, continue to develop policies and
guidance concerning the enforcement of fishing
vessel safety regulations.
(2)
Work closely with G-M, G-N, G-O, and G-R program
managers to ensure a consistent level of quality
training.
(3)
Develop and distribute educational materials for
fishermen, boarding officers and examiners, and
support similar efforts at the district level.
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