Publisher's Synopsis
Per reference (a), the Commanding Officer of a vessel is responsible for the safe navigation of that vessel. Cutter and station Commanding Officers (COs) and Officers-in-Charge (OICs) must draft unit-specific Navigation Standards to support this instruction. This Manual provides guidance and procedures for CO/OICs in the development of Command NavigationStandards that enable safe navigation of cutters, cutter boats, and shore-based boats during mission execution within varied, challenging, and unique Areas of Operations (AORs).2. ACTION. All Coast Guard Unit Commanders, COs, OICs, Deputy/Assistant Commandants, and Chiefs of Headquarters staff elements must comply with the provisions of this Manual. Internet release is authorized.3. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. Coast Guard Navigation Standards, COMDTINST M3530.2D, is cancelled
