UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AUXILIARY

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2013 NATIONAL VESSEL EXAMINER / PROGRAM
VISITOR WORKSHOP INTRODUCTION Module 1
Prepared by the NATIONAL DIRECTORATE OF VESSEL
EXAMINATION AND RECREATIONAL BOATING SAFETY
PROGRAM VISITATION
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Workshop Objectives

• To update Vessel Examiners and Program Visitors,
  and provide them with practical and relevant
  knowledge to assist them in spreading the RBS
  message.
• To review current and new requirements to perform
  their missions.
• To review the latest technology available to the
  recreational boating public.

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National RBS Program MissionStatement
To minimize loss of life, personal injury,
property damage, and the environmental impact
associated with the use of recreational boats
through preventative means to maximize the safe
use and enjoyment of United States waterways by
the public.
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National V-Directorate

• The V-Directorate is part of the Coast Guard
  Auxiliarys Recreational Boating Safety (RBS)
  Directorate.
• This Directorate coordinates and oversees the
  Auxiliary mission in support of the Coast Guard
  Office of Boating Safety Division with the
  development and implementation of various RBS
  programs.

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V-Directorate Key Missions

• The V-Directorate has responsibility for two key
  mission programs
• Vessel Examination
• Recreational Boating Safety Visitation Program

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V-Directorate Key Missions

• Additional responsibilities include liaisons with
  non-profit, commercial, and governmental
  organizations that deal with boating safety
  issues.

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2 Programs 1 Goal
VESSEL EXAMINATIONS
PROGRAM VISITATIONS
SAVE LIVES AND EDUCATE BOATERS !!!
Although the two programs deal with different
audiences, their goal is synonymous To deliver
the RBS message to the greater recreational
boating community through personal interaction.
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The RBS Message

• The message includes
• The value and maintenance of recreational vessels
  and their boating safety equipment.
• Safe boating techniques - the right behavior.

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The RBS Message

• The message includes
• The promotion of additional boating safety
  education that knowledge is the key to a safer
  boating experience.
• Marine Domain Awareness - Americas Waterway
  Watch Program.

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The RBS Message

• The message includes
• Use of personal life jackets.
• Dangers of CO poisoning.
• Cold water safety issues (cold water immersion).

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The RBS Message

• The message includes
• On the water environmental issues.
• The adverse affects of alcohol and drugs (legal
  and illegal) on the recreational boater.
• Boating Responsibly!

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Visualizing The Future

• As the V-Directorate looks to the future, its
  primary thrust is to instill in the minds of our
  Vessel Examiners and Program Visitors that they
  are
• We are Educators.
• Our front line in the mission to promote Boating
  Safety.
• Recruiters for the Auxiliary.

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Visualizing The Future

• Each and every person encountered is an
  opportunity to educate that person with the
  knowledge that one day may save lives.

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Visualizing The Future

• As Vessel Examiners and Program Visitors we
  must
• Continue to support repeat business while placing
  a strong emphasis on reaching new customers.

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Visualizing The Future

• As Vessel Examiners and Program Visitors we
  must
• Take that extra step to explain the value of safe
  boating during Vessel Safety Checks and Program
  Visits.

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Visualizing The Future

• As Vessel Examiners and Program Visitors we
  must
• Work together as a cohesive group in an
• effort to make a difference and help save
  lives.

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2013 V-Directorate Staff Officers

• 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) Keith R. Knotek
• Division Chief Communications (DVC-VC) Paul J.
  Mayer Jr.

We Save Lives !!!