USCG Aux Boat Crew Dry Land Exam
With Complete Q’s and A’s
Factors of Crew Fatigue - -• Operating in extreme hot or cold weather
conditions
Eye strain from hours of looking through sea-spray blurred
windshields
• The effort of holding on and maintaining balance
• Stress
• Exposure to noise
• Exposure to the sun
• Poor physical conditioning
• Lack of sleep
• Boredom
- Responsibilities of the crew related to crew fatigue - -1. Crew members
must watch each other's condition. Note the ability of each member to
respond to normal
conversation and to complete routine tasks.
- Symptoms of crew fatigue - -The primary symptoms of fatigue are:
• Inability to focus or concentrate/ narrowed attention span
• Mental confusion or judgment error
• Decreased coordination of motor skills and sensory ability
(hearing, seeing)
• Increased irritability
• Decreased performance
• Decreased concern for safety
- Prevention measures of crew fatigue - -Some preventive measures are:
• Adequate crew rest
• Dress appropriate for weather
• Rotate crew duties
• Provide food and refreshments suitable for conditions
• Observe other crew members for signs of fatigue
- Physical requirements necessary to participate in the Aux boat crew
program - -There are no specific physical standards for participating in
Auxiliary surface or radio operations. However, Auxiliarists must have
demonstrated the ability to accomplish each task in the Boat Crew PQS and
demonstrated the mobility and endurance to perform in a challenging and
often stressful environment.
, - Policy and responsibility of a crew member when that member is unable or
unfit to perform required duties on an ordered mission - -Use good
judgement and common sense when evaluating their continuing ability to
carry out their assignments. Decline orders when unable to perform the
required duties or when a physician has advised a condition exists which
contraindicates reliable performance.
- Policy and responsibility of a crew member when that member observes
the inability to perform required duties in another crew member - -Bring it to
the attention of the coxswain, flotilla commander, or other commanding
authority.
- Who is responsible to abort the operational mission if the crew member or
coxswain is reported unfit to perform assigned duties? - -The coxswain or
any officer senior to the coxswain.
- What is the policy regarding the administration of first aid, including CPR,
by an Auxiliary member? - -The Coast Guard authorizes crew members to
render first aid, consistent with their training, in their role as emergency
assistants regardless of their first aid qualifications.
You may conduct some lifesaving procedures if being guided through them
by a qualified medical professional (ex. over the radio).
- Symptoms of sun burn - -Sunburn appears as a redness, swelling, or
blistering of the skin. Other effects of overexposure to the sun are fever,
gastrointestinal symptoms, malaise, and pigment changes in the skin.
- Preventative measures for sun burn - -If exposed to the sun for prolonged
periods of time, take precautions.
Stay in the shade when possible. However, just getting out of direct
sunlight is not always enough since sun can be just as harmful when
reflected off a bright surface, such as sand or water. Use sun screen lotion
with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Wear protective clothing; a
hat with a brim and sunglasses with UV protection for eyes.
- Treatment for sun burn - -Most sunburns do not appear fully until after
being exposed to the sun for several hours. Treatment consists of applying
cool wet towels to the affected area. Cooling the skin temperature is very
important. Keep the skin moist but be wary of what product is applied. Many
lotions contain perfumes, alcohol, or wax which will only aggravate the burn.
Several types of first aid sprays give fast but short-lived relief.
- Symptoms of dehydration - -• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Headache
With Complete Q’s and A’s
Factors of Crew Fatigue - -• Operating in extreme hot or cold weather
conditions
Eye strain from hours of looking through sea-spray blurred
windshields
• The effort of holding on and maintaining balance
• Stress
• Exposure to noise
• Exposure to the sun
• Poor physical conditioning
• Lack of sleep
• Boredom
- Responsibilities of the crew related to crew fatigue - -1. Crew members
must watch each other's condition. Note the ability of each member to
respond to normal
conversation and to complete routine tasks.
- Symptoms of crew fatigue - -The primary symptoms of fatigue are:
• Inability to focus or concentrate/ narrowed attention span
• Mental confusion or judgment error
• Decreased coordination of motor skills and sensory ability
(hearing, seeing)
• Increased irritability
• Decreased performance
• Decreased concern for safety
- Prevention measures of crew fatigue - -Some preventive measures are:
• Adequate crew rest
• Dress appropriate for weather
• Rotate crew duties
• Provide food and refreshments suitable for conditions
• Observe other crew members for signs of fatigue
- Physical requirements necessary to participate in the Aux boat crew
program - -There are no specific physical standards for participating in
Auxiliary surface or radio operations. However, Auxiliarists must have
demonstrated the ability to accomplish each task in the Boat Crew PQS and
demonstrated the mobility and endurance to perform in a challenging and
often stressful environment.
, - Policy and responsibility of a crew member when that member is unable or
unfit to perform required duties on an ordered mission - -Use good
judgement and common sense when evaluating their continuing ability to
carry out their assignments. Decline orders when unable to perform the
required duties or when a physician has advised a condition exists which
contraindicates reliable performance.
- Policy and responsibility of a crew member when that member observes
the inability to perform required duties in another crew member - -Bring it to
the attention of the coxswain, flotilla commander, or other commanding
authority.
- Who is responsible to abort the operational mission if the crew member or
coxswain is reported unfit to perform assigned duties? - -The coxswain or
any officer senior to the coxswain.
- What is the policy regarding the administration of first aid, including CPR,
by an Auxiliary member? - -The Coast Guard authorizes crew members to
render first aid, consistent with their training, in their role as emergency
assistants regardless of their first aid qualifications.
You may conduct some lifesaving procedures if being guided through them
by a qualified medical professional (ex. over the radio).
- Symptoms of sun burn - -Sunburn appears as a redness, swelling, or
blistering of the skin. Other effects of overexposure to the sun are fever,
gastrointestinal symptoms, malaise, and pigment changes in the skin.
- Preventative measures for sun burn - -If exposed to the sun for prolonged
periods of time, take precautions.
Stay in the shade when possible. However, just getting out of direct
sunlight is not always enough since sun can be just as harmful when
reflected off a bright surface, such as sand or water. Use sun screen lotion
with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Wear protective clothing; a
hat with a brim and sunglasses with UV protection for eyes.
- Treatment for sun burn - -Most sunburns do not appear fully until after
being exposed to the sun for several hours. Treatment consists of applying
cool wet towels to the affected area. Cooling the skin temperature is very
important. Keep the skin moist but be wary of what product is applied. Many
lotions contain perfumes, alcohol, or wax which will only aggravate the burn.
Several types of first aid sprays give fast but short-lived relief.
- Symptoms of dehydration - -• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Headache
