E8 EPME (Brennan)

What are the four primary units in the Coast Guard?

- Cutters - Small Boat Stations - Air Stations - Marine Safety Units

As an individual who leads the enlisted members and reports directly to the command structure, the Chief walks a fine line between ________, ___________, and __________

- Leader - Mentor - Technical Expert

Both the Comdts Quality Award (CQA) Program and the COMDTs Performance Challenge (CPC) Colllaberative Assessment Program are embodied in what seven categories?

- Leadership -Strategic Planning - Customer Focus - Infromation and Analysis - Human Resource Focus - Process Management - Business Results

What are the Comdts Responsibilities?

- Prescribe broad policies for the government of the service - Guide legislative programs and required compliance with the statutory obligations of the service - Serve as the principal advisor to the Secretary - Serves on interdepartmental and international bodies -Keeps informed of the approved policies and programs of the Secretary

What are the Comdts guiding principles?

- Steady the Service - Honor our profession - Strengthen our Partnerships - Respect our Shipmates

What three factors are you evaluating when conducting an inspection?

- The uniform is in good condition - The uniform is being worn properly - The member meets grooming standards

Shoes need to be ______________, ___________, and of an ________ and ___________: oxfords, pumps, or flats, boots well _________ and edges ___________.

- in good condition - shined - authorized style - blackened - dressed

How many rings per hand may be worn while in uniform?

1 ring per hand

What is the hair bulk criteria for males?

1-1/2 inches from the scalp. No longer than 4 ins.

If a male has authorization from his CO/OIC for a shaving waiver, how long can the beard be?

1/4 in

Women's fingernails can not exceed?

1/4 in

What size earrings can a female wear?

1/8 to 1/4 (4-6 mm) in diameter. Plain gold or silver, plain diamond, or natural white pearl.

How many major directorates report to the Comdt?

15

How far back can the title "Chief" be traced back to?

1865 during the Civil War Era

Earlier use of the title chief can be traced back to when/what war?

1865/ Civil War

What year did the Revenue Cutter Service and US Lifesaving Service merge?

1915

What is the hair bulk criteria for females?

2 inches from the scalp

Jackets when worn are to be buttoned or zipped up at least _______ of the way up.

2/3

How wide should the tie tack be?

3/16 in

Analysis is required to document the perfomrance of the EPQ (task) by _______ % or higher of the rating at the level (paygrade) at which it is written.

30 % or higher

Men's hair cannot exceed in bulk no more that 1-1/2in from the scalp when groomed and no longer than ______ in length?

4in

What U.S. Congress approved and established the CG Chief Petty Officer grade?

55th US Congress

Which tool is best used to develop an action plan?

A contingency diagram

What are the CG Missions under Maritime Mobility?

ATON and Ice Operations

CG Auxiliaries have a number of missions, which one does customs and border protection fall under?

Agency support missions

When did the Navy create the rank of Chief Petty Officer (nautical origin)?

April 1, 1893

The administrative and operational command and control for the Coast Guard is ________________ ?

Coast Guard Headquarters

Watches must be?

Conservative

The primary purposes of the Comdts Award Programs: Comdts Quality Award (CQA) and Comdts Performance Challenge (CPC) are?

Encourage Publicize Recognize Educate

CG Auxiliaries have a number of missions, which 2 do courtesy marine examinations fall under?

Enviromental missions and Surface Water missions

A Preliminary Inquiry Officer (PIO) is a manager of the command designated by the _______ to conduct a preliminary inquiry board based on offenses alleged on a CG-4910.

Executive Officer

True/False A male's hair can be no longer than 5 inches, as long as it does not touch the eyebrows when headgear is removed.

False, 4 inches

True/False Males are authorized to wear wigs/hairpieces.

False, only females

When is the ODU worn?

In any situation where any form of dress uniform is not required nor more appropriate or while commuting, including brief stops for gas and drive-thru business. Not a liberty uniform.

Which manpower pool in the reserves, principally consisting of individuals who have had training and previously served on active duty?

Individual Ready Reserves (IRR)

What are the Nations Waterways?

Inland Rivers Ports and Harbors Coastal Areas Offshore Marine Regions

4 Core Values and Concepts which the COA and CPQ are built

Leadership Customer Focus Process Management Business Results

Which hand are backpacks carried in and what color may they be?

Left hand. Black or Navy Blue. Carried on left shoulder to facilitate saluting while in Tropical Blue Long. Both shoulder only in ODUs.

Which hand are briefcases carried in and what color may they be?

Left hand. Black, Navy Blue

The first Coast Guard Chiefs were the former station keepers of the _________?

Life Saving Stations

Who were the first Chief Petty Officers?

Lifesaving Station Surfmen

The first Coast Guard Chiefs were given the title CBM (Chief Boatswains Mate) what did the (L) mean?

Lifesaving: Attached to their rate to distinguish them from their seagoing service counterparts.

Who chaired the SEAT?

MCPO-CG Vince Patton

When were the E-8 and E-9 paygrades established?

May 15, 1958

What date was the USCG Chief Petty Officer grade established?

May 18, 1920

Can a jacket be worn with the zipper left open?

Never

May white boot socks be worn?

No, unless visible portion is black - I think a recent change came our authorizing white socks (Jason)

When was the first Master Chief advanced?

November 1, 1958

What public law established the E-8 and E-9 paygrades?

Public Law 85-422

Your analysis for the EPQ's should be sent to your?

Rating Force Manager

What are the CG Missions under Maritime Safety

SAR and Marine Safety

What is the single most important variable in the Coast Guard's Enlisted Career Developement Program?

Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs must set the Example for the entire fleet

What is SEAT?

Senior Enlisted Advisory Team

What is SENA?

Senior Enlisted Needs Assessment

What does STAAR Stand For?

Spread Out Transfer Avoid Accept Reduce

Where is the CG Ensign flown at shore units?

Starboard Yardarm

What do commands expect from a Chief?

Support Command policy and point out flaws that are detrimental to morale and mission.

What was the SEAT's purpose?

To conduct a cursory review of the language and contents of Public Law 85-422

What color of hosiery should women wear?

To match skin color

Why did the Coast Guard create the position of Chief Petty Officer?

To resolve a clash between the USLSS "Surfman" and the Revenue Cutter Service "Petty Officer" after the merger in 1915

True/False The Commandant is a Four-star Admiral?

True

True/False The MCPO-CG reports directly to the Commandant on all matters pertaining to the well-being of Coast Guard personnel?

True

True/False the effective Chief Petty Officer always imparts factual, timely, and compassionate information and wisdom

True

When may music headphones be worn?

While commuting as a passenger or using public transportation.

On what occasions is the Tropical Blue Long uniform worn?

Year-round at all occasions where coat and tie are not required nor expected or on official business.

When is Full Dress worn?

Year-round during Change of Command, official visits with honors, occasions or state, weddings, solemnities

Are POW/MIA bracelets authorized while in uniform?

Yes

Are undershirts required to be worn on males while in uniform?

Yes

Can tie tacks be adorned with Coast Guard decoration?

Yes

Is a clean shaven head authorized?

Yes

Is a ponytail authorized to be pulled through the back opening of the ball cap?

Yes

The Coast Guard employs a _________ based budget when managers develop a financial approach from the ground up.

Zero based budgeting

Where are ribbons and badges displayed on the uniform?

the left side, over the heart

What are the Comdts watch words?

- Missions - People - Heritage

What color lipstick is authorized?

A color which complements the wearer

The Preliminary Inquiry Officer must advise the person named on the CG-4910 of their rights under Article _______ before asking any questions.

Art 31b

What is the most important job of the Senior and Master Chief?

Being a Coast Guardsman

What title were the first CG Chiefs give?

Chief Boatswains Mate (CBM) with an "L" attached to their rate.

Who was the frist Master Chief Petty Officer in the CG?

Master Chief Yeoman Jack Kerwin

Mirrored lenses are?

Prohibited