UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

1. UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY 2013 NATIONAL VESSEL EXAMINER WORKSHOP OPFAC MODULE 3 Prepared by the NATIONAL DIRECTORATE OF VESSEL EXAMINATION AND RECREATIONAL BOATING SAFETY PROGRAM VISITATION

2. Introduction • Provide updated information regarding: • Auxiliary Vessel (OPFAC) inspection • PWC (OPFAC) inspection. • Highlight: • Important items to remember. • Common errors while doing the inspection.

3. Reference For Facility Inspection • Auxiliary Vessel Examiner Manual, COMDTINST M16796.2E. • Vessel Safety Manual (COMDTINST 16796.8) is for non-facilities. • USCG Auxiliary Facilities Information Sheet for OPFACs

4. OPFAC Inspections • An OPFAC requires an annual inspection. • Inspections must be performed by a currently certified USCG Auxiliary Vessel Examiner.

5. Auxiliary / Operational Ensign • Any Auxiliairist may fly the blue ensign on their private vessel, as long as it has passed a standard VSC. • Only an OPFAC under orders may fly the orange and white operational ensign.

6. Inspection & Offer for Use Forms (ANSC 7003 / 7008) • Outline the requirements for an Operational Vessel (7003) and PWC (7008) Facility Inspection. • Make sure that you are using the most current version of the forms. • Requires the Owner(s), VE, & DIRAUX signatures.

7. Inspection & Offer for Use Forms (ANSC 7003 / 7008) • Upon successful completion of inspection, no decal is affixed to facility. • Decal will be sent from DIRAUX as required after final approval.

8. Form 7003 (version 06-11/pg.1) • Sections I, II, & III completed by Owner(s). • Owner(s) sign and initial Section III. • Section IV completed by VE. • Section V completed by DIRAUX.

9. Form 7003 (version 06-11/pg.2) • Section VI completed by VE. • Section VII completed by Owner(s) and initialed at bottom.

10. Form 7008 (version 06-11/pg.1) • Sections I, II, & III completed by Owner(s). • Owner(s) sign and initial Section III. • Section IV completed by VE. • Section V completed by DIRAUX.

11. Form 7008 (version 06-11/pg.2) • Sections VI & VII completed by VE. • Section VIII completed by Owner(s) and initialed at bottom.

12. Common Errors • On Form 7003 and 7008, Sections III & VII, ensure the owner(s) initial the form on the appropriate lines. • Always check with your respective District for additional requirements.

13. Common Errors • OPFAC markings are in accordance with the Operational Policy Manual COMDTINST M16798.3E (Chapter 3). • Towing gear is inspected for fitness, size, and function. • Owners not initialing the trailering line in Section III – MUST be initialed if trailerable or not.

14. Reminder • OPFACs must have: • Two extra PFDs • One extra fire extinguisher

15. Credit for Inspection • Report passed OPFAC inspections on 7038 under Vessel Facility Inspections. • Report failed OPFAC inspection as a regular VSC on 7038.

16. In Summary • Operational Facilities set the example for safety standards. • As a VE, ensure ALL Auxiliary Operational Facilities are the safest they can be.

17. In Summary • Anytime someone comes aboard a vessel facility (QE, FC, crew, etc.), the mission is at risk of being aborted if any of the required items are not available and in proper working order.

18. 2013 V-Directorate Staff Officers We Save Lives !!! Director (DIR-V) Kelly L. Townsend Deputy Director (DIR-Vd) Michael S. Klacik Division Chief – Vessel Exams (DVC-VE) Perry R. Taylor Division Chief – Visitation Programs (DVC-VP) Vince Cerverizzo Division Chief – Technical Support (DVC-VT) John Yskamp Division Chief – Incentive Programs (DVC-VI) Mark H. Wirtz Division Chief – Communications (DVC-VC) Paul J. Mayer Jr.