Some Questions About Wearing the Uniforms of the Coast GuardAuxiliary Including Protocols, Behaviors, and Standards
1. Is it permissible to wear my Auxiliary life vest when not on duty?
Answer: No. See below:
To: ALAUX From: CHDIRAUX Subj: WEARING PPE WITH AUXILIARY MARKINGS -043/09
1. Section 10.A.12. of the Auxiliary Manual (Commandant Instruction M16790.1 series) states, “Auxiliarists may not wear any distinctive part of the uniform or official Auxiliary insignia with civilian clothing.” Coast Guard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is authorized for Auxiliary use while assigned to duty and that has Auxiliary markings (e.g. – “U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary” displayed on the back of a Coast Guard Type III life jacket) falls within the scope of, “…any distinctive part of the uniform…” Auxiliary-marked PPE, including life jackets and float coats, are therefore only authorized for wear by Auxiliarists when in uniform and assigned to duty. The Auxiliary Uniform Procurement Guide has also been changed to reflect this policy.
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2. How much longer may I wear the sew-on insignia with the red A before wearing the sew-on insignia with the blue A is mandatory?
Answer: December 2010 – read below:
To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: AUXILIARY SEW-ON INSIGNIA -033/09
1. Coast Guard specifications for sew-on versions of Auxiliary insignia (i.e. – collar insignia for elected/appointed offices; qualification devices) have been developed and applied to production through the Coast Guard Exchange System (CGES). These new Auxiliary sew-on insignia have begun to arrive at CGES stores across the country.
2. The collar insignia have a black “A” sewn on them. They represent the new sew-on standard for Auxiliary elected/appointed offices, and they replace sew-on insignia that have either a blue or red “A”.
3. Recognizing that many Auxiliarists wear sew-on insignia that have either a blue or red “A”, a phase-in period is established for transition to these new sew-on insignia. The phase-in period shall end on December 31, 2010. After that date, the new sew-on insignia shall be the only authorized sew-on insignia for wear on appropriate Auxiliary uniforms.
4. In addition to availability at CGES stores, these insignia will also soon be available for order through:
- The Coast Guard Auxiliary Association Inc. web site (www.shopauxiliary.com – use the “Members Only” link and login with your Employee ID and Auxiliary e-Directory password).
– The Vanguard web site (www.vanguardmil.com/store/index.php).
5. The Ninth District – Western Region’s Material Store will have these new sew-on insignia at the upcoming National Conference in Chicago, IL.
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information.
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3. What is the latest on the untucked ODU? Is this new uniform available to us?
Answer: Eventually. Coast Guard Forces must be equipped first. Read below:
To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: (Corrected) OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM (ODU) ORDERING -027/09
1. The supply of untucked Operational Dress Uniforms (ODU) for Coast Guardconsumption has been subject to several different challenges since its beginning last year, and this has posed uniform procurement problems for all elements of theCoast Guard workforce.
2. These challenges are being aggressively addressed between the Coast Guardand the provider, but expected resolution to a point where the supply of untucked ODUs will be able to meet not only active duty/reserve but also Auxiliary demands is not expected to be reached until late this summer (August-September). Also of note, new recruits at Tracen Cape May are still being issued the tucked ODU version, and there are still some substantial stocks, albeit of limited sizes, of tucked ODUs.
3. Working with the Coast Guard Uniform System Manager and the Coast GuardUniform Distribution Center (UDC), and in the interest of minimizing Auxiliary orders to new members who need them most, the following process has been put in place to fill orders for new Auxiliarists for one (and only one) untucked ODU until they can open up sales for all Auxiliarists later this summer:
a. The Auxiliarist must fill out the UDC Standard Uniform Order Form (attached, and it can also be found on the UDC web site:
b. The Auxiliarist’s Flotilla Commander must fill out the attached authorization memo (preferably on Flotilla/Auxiliary letterhead)
c. The Auxiliarist must then fax the UDC Standard Uniform Order Form and the Flotilla Commander’s endorsement memo to the UDC at (609) 861-7930 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (609) 861-7930 end_of_the_skype_highlighting (no phone or web orders).
4. ODU orders received and processed this way will be shipping via USPS priority mail (not FEDEX).
5. Though easy to regard these as significant hurdles to jump in order to get an untucked ODU uniform, please regard it in the context of knowing that the Coast Guard is trying to protect a limited supply for at least another 2-3 months and has to make sure all orders are bonafide.
6. The purpose of this list is to keep Auxiliarists as well as all other interested parties abreast of current developments, policies, manuals, etc.
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ALAUX UPDATE 002/10 (January 14,2010
To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: UNTUCKED ODU ORDERS -002/10
1. The Coast Guard Uniform Manager has advised that stocks of untucked Operational Dress Uniforms (ODU) are now arriving at a volume high enough to accommodate Auxiliary orders, but not at unlimited levels. As a result, Auxiliarists may now place orders to the Coast Guard Uniform
Distribution Center (UDC, http://www.uscg.mil/uniform/) for one set of untucked ODUs for themselves. The next advisory will be to announce when unlimited sets of untucked ODUs may be ordered.
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5. What are the regulations for wearing the Coast Guard Unit Ball caps?
Answer: Read below
To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: COAST GUARD UNIT BALL CAP CLARIFICATION -011/09
1. ALAUX 33/08 of 10 November 2008 dealt with several Auxiliary uniform matters. One of these involved the wear of ball caps, specifically Coast Guard unit ball caps. Section 1.C.2. stated:
“If an Auxiliarist is authorized to wear a Coast Guard unit ball cap, such wear shall not extend to activities involving public interaction. This is to ensure that an Auxiliarist is not mistaken by the public as an active member of a Coast Guard unit with commensurate authority. For example, an Auxiliarist may not wear a Coast Guard unit ball cap when performing VSCs.”
2. Questions have arisen as to whether or not the conduct of Auxiliary patrols (e.g. – surface patrols on vessel facilities) constitutes
“…involving public interaction.” The short answer is “Yes, Auxiliary patrols involve public interaction.” As further clarification, the following involve public interaction:
a. Performance of Vessel Examiner (VE) activities involving Vessel Safety Checks (VSC) and Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety Exams (CFVSE).
b. Performance of Program Visitor (PV) activities.
c. Performance of Instructor (IT) activities.
d. Performance of patrol activities (surface, air, shoreside including missions involving mobile radio facilities).
e. Performance of Marine Safety, Security, and Environmental Protection (MSSEP) activities.
f. Performance of public outreach, public affairs, and recruiting activities.
3. Situations in which a Coast Guard unit ball cap may be worn, if authorized, include:
a. Wear of the cap to, at, and from the unit in the course of providing the direct support for which it is authorized (appropriate for commuting, stops for gas, and drive-thru services).
b. Wear of the cap to, at, and from flotilla meetings (appropriate for commuting, stops for gas, and drive-thru services).
c. Wear of the cap to, at, and from flotilla fellowship events (appropriate for commuting, stops for gas, and drive- thru services).
4. If there is any doubt about the propriety of wearing a Coast Guard unit ball cap due to potential interaction with the public, then the Auxiliary ball cap shall be worn.
5. These guidelines will be included in the next change to the Auxiliary Manual.
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All information contained herein and linked is OFFICIAL policy and information.
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6. What other changes occurred at the Coast Guard in 2009 regardinguniforms?
Answer: Read about it at the Coast Guard site:
ALCOAST 074/09
COMDTNOTE 1020
SUBJ: RESULTS OF UNIFORM BOARD NO. 43
A. UNIFORM REGULATIONS, COMDTINST M1020.6 (SERIES)
1. THIS ALCOAST REPORTS THE RESULTS FROM UNIFORM BOARD NO. 43. IT ALSO IMPLEMENTS CHANGES TO THE UNIFORM REGULATIONS THAT WILL REMAIN IN EFFECT UNTIL INCORPORATED INTO THE NEXT CHANGE OF REF A. (CURRENTLY UNDER REVISION).
2. THE FOLLOWING CHANGES WERE APPROVED AND ARE EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED:
A. CHANGE NAMING NOMENCLATURE FROM TROPICAL BLUE LONG UNIFORM TO TROPICAL BLUE UNIFORM.
B. CHANGE NAMING NOMENCLATURE FROM SERVICE DRESS BLUE BRAVO UNIFORM TO SERVICE DRESS BLUE UNIFORM.
C. FEMALE DRESS PUMPS ARE REMOVED FROM THE REQUIRED SEA BAG LIST AND ARE NOW LISTED AS AN OPTIONAL ITEM BEGINNING IN FISCAL YEAR 2010.
D. AUTHORIZE THE CAMPAIGN COVER (SMOKEY COVER) TO BE WORN WITHUNIFORMS SERVICE DRESS BLUE AND BELOW, AT TRACEN CAPE MAY ONLY.
E. AUTHORIZE THE FOOD SERVICE (FS) “A” SCHOOL INSTRUCTORS TO USE A BLUE COLLAR TRIM FOR INSTRUCTORS E4-E6 AND A GOLD COLLAR TRIM FOR INSTRUCTOR E7 AND ABOVE, ON THE CHEFS COAT RIGHT BREAST AUTHORIZE EMBROIDERED WORD INSTRUCTOR IN 1/2 INCH BLUE OR BLACK BLOCK LETTERS, ON THE CHEFS COAT LEFT BREAST IS A SEWN ON PATCH OR VELCRO PATCH WITH THE WORD INSTRUCTOR REMOVED, AND AUTHORIZE WEARING OF AN EIGHT INCH TALL CHEF HAT.
F. SUPPORT THE COAST GUARD AUXILIARY PROGRAM BY AUTHORIZING THE AUXOP DEVICE MADE IN AN EMBROIDERED STYLE.
G. AUTHORIZE ENLISTED AIDES/DRIVERS FOR FLAG OFFICERS TO WEAR AIGUILLETTES. AIGUILLETTES MUST BE SINGLE-ROPED AND SOLID BLUE IN COLOR. THE BLUE AIGUILLETTES MAY ONLY BE WORN WITH SERVICE DRESS BLUE, TROPICAL BLUE, AND WINTER DRESS UNIFORMS.
H. AUTHORIZE CLASS ADVISORS AND INDOCTRINATION PETTY OFFICERSAT TRACEN PETALUMA AND TRACEN YORKTOWN TO WEAR RED AND OR GREEN AIGUILLETTES FOR EASY IDENTIFICATION. THE RED AND/OR GREEN AIGUILLETTES MAY ONLY BE WORN WITH SERVICE DRESS BLUE,
TROPICAL BLUE, AND WINTER DRESS UNIFORMS.
I. AUTHORIZE STANDARDIZATION OF THE COMMAND ASHORE AND COMMAND AFLOAT DEVICES, REGULAR-SIZED AND MINIATURE-SIZED.
3. THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS APPROVED FOR FURTHER DEVELOPMENT AND/OR FUNDING. THIS ATTIRE IS NOT APPROVED FOR IMPLEMENTATION UNTIL DIRECTED–ADDING PHYSICAL FITNESS CLOTHING TO THE REQUIRED SEA BAG LIST.
4. THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS REVIEWED AND HELD FOR DETERMINATION AT A LATER DATE–CREATION OF A MAJOR SYSTEMS ACQUISITION PROGRAM MANAGERS INSIGNIA.
5. THE FOLLOWING UNIFORM BOARD ITEMS WERE REVIEWED AND DISAPPROVED:
A. DE-AUTHORIZE FEMALE COMBINATION COVERS.
B. PLACING RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION ON CHAPLAINS BALL CAP.
C. WEARING TWO QUALIFICATION INSIGNIA ON THE OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM.
D. WEARING POST-COMMAND DEVICE ON THE OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM.
E. WEARING OF MERCHANT MARINE SERVICE INSIGNIA.
F. WEARING OF TEMPORARY QUALIFICATION ON THE OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM.
G. WEARING E4-E6 COLLAR DEVICES ON THE WINDBREAKER.
H. WEARING OF THE U. S. FLAG ON THE OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM.
I. DESIGNING A CUFFED SHORT-SLEEVED ODU SHIRT AS AN OPTIONAL ITEM.
J. WEARING FOREIGN LANGUAGE FLAG ON PLASTIC NAME TAG.
K. REMOVING BUTTON PLACARD ON FEMALE DRESS SHIRT.
L. WEARING MIX AND/OR MATCH UNTUCKED AND TUCKED OPERATIONAL DRESS
UNIFORM ITEMS AT THE SAME TIME.
M. CREATION OF SUMMER WHITE UNIFORM FOR E7 AND ABOVE.
N. ADDING TWO LOWER POCKETS ON THE OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM.
O. DEVELOPMENT OF DRESS KHAKIS FOR E7 AND ABOVE.
P. DEVELOPMENT OF SHORT-SLEEVED WINTER DRESS BLUE SHIRT.
Q. ADDING WAIST TABS TO THE UNTUCKED OPERATIONAL DRESS UNIFORM.
6. THE ABOVE ITEMS WERE THOROUGHLY RESEARCHED AND DEBATED AT GREAT
LENGTH. THE UNIFORM BOARD MEETS AT LEAST ANNUALLY TO DISCUSS NEW RECOMMENDATIONS AND INITIATIVES. THE FOLLOWING MEMBERSARE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION FOR MAKING THIS UNIFORM BOARD A SUCCESS: COMMODORE HENRY PRATT (AUX), CDR JAMES BLOW, LCDR JENNIFER SINCLAIR, LCDR CAROL STUNDTNER, LT THOMAS STOKES, LT LATARSHA MCQUEEN, MCPO BRYAN CLEMONS, MCPO KEVIN ISHERWOOD, MCPO CLAUDE TAYLOR, MCPO ANN TUBBS, MCPO MARVIN WELLS, MCPO JOSEPH SMITH, YNC OLIVIA WINCHESTER, AND CAPT ANTHONY GENTILELLA, CDR ROBERT LAAHS, MR. CAROL BREWTON, MR. WILLIAM BROADAWAY, MR. JOSEPH DEBLASE, CWO DAVID MCLOUGHLIN, AND CWO TARVIN GREENE.
7. UNIFORM BOARD 44 DATE IS TO BE DETERMINED AT A LATER DATE. ALLMEMBERS OF THE U.S. COAST GUARD ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT SUGGESTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO COMMANDANT (CG-1221), THRU THE CHAIN OF COMMAND AND THEIR PROGRAM MANAGER.
8. AREA AND DISTRICT COMMANDERS, COMMANDERS OF MAINTENANCE AND LOGISTICS COMMANDS, SECTOR COMMANDERS, COMMANDINGOFFICERS AND OFFICERS IN CHARGE, ASSISTANT COMMANDANTS FOR DIRECTORATES, CHIEF COUNSEL, AND SPECIAL STAFF OFFICES AT HEADQUARTERS, PLEASE ENSURE WIDE DISSEMINATION OF THIS ALCOAST.
9. FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT CWO GREENE AT (202)475-5369 OR TARVIN.T.GREENE (AT) USCG.MIL.
10. RDML DANIEL A. NEPTUN, DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT, SENDS.
11. INTERNET RELEASED AUTHORIZED
7. What sew-on devices and how many sew-on devices are permissible on the ODU?
Answer:
To: ALAUX From: CHDIRAUX Subj: AUXILIARY SEW-ON QUALIFICATION INSIGNIA -045/09
1. The Coast Guard Auxiliary sew-on qualification insignia announced in ALAUX 033/09 are authorized for wear on the Operational Dress Uniform (ODU), Working Blue, and Hot Weather Uniform (i.e. – only the Coast Guard dark blue short-sleeve shirt alternative) described in the Auxiliary Manual (Commandant Instruction M16790.1 series).
2. In accordance with Coast Guard Uniform Regulations (Commandant Instruction M1020.6 series), only one Auxiliary sew-on qualification insignia is authorized for wear on the ODU. By extension, this also applies for Working Blue and the Hot Weather Uniform authorized for wear by
Auxiliarists. Such insignia shall be centered directly above the “USCG AUXILIARY” cloth tape immediately above the wearer’s left breast pocket. Embroidered insignia shall be the same size as the metal insignia, centered on a tape the full width of the pocket. The tape shall not exceed the width of the pocket. If an Auxiliarist has earned more than one qualification insignia, then the insignia that is worn shall be at the discretion of the Auxiliarist. Temporary/conditional sew-on qualification insignia shall not be worn on these uniforms.
3. Pursuant to ALCOAST 074/09, the Auxiliary sew-on AUXOP device is authorized for wear on these uniforms. It is the only Auxiliary device so authorized. It shall be centered directly above the cloth nametape immediately above the wearer’s right breast pocket.
4. These provisions shall be incorporated into the next change to the Coast Guard Auxiliary Manual.
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8. Give me some tips on wearing my uniform in public especially at Public Affairs events.
Answer: The following is taken directly from the Public Affairs Guide of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Perhaps the most important thing to remember is to wear the uniform correctly. Have on the right undershirt, the correct shoes, the right uniform for the event, and look sharp! Demonstrate your respect for your membership in the Coast Guard by delivering a positive impression of your uniform and official behavior. Every photograph of Auxiliary personnel at an event should be a photograph of every man and woman in correct uniform and appearance.
Personal Appearance:
Of equal importance is appearance. Your uniform must be perfect and your personal presence exemplary. The following points are of utmost importance: Before any public appearance, check your uniform carefully. Be sure it’s the correct one for the time of the year in your area and is neat and clean. Be sure insignia are correct and properly positioned. Men should be careful not to load pants pockets with bulging materials, such as fat wallets. Women should not wear dangling earrings, nor extremely high heels with ankle straps. These are decidedly out of uniform. (If in doubt, check with the Auxiliary Manual.)
Personal Bearing:
All the things you learned about presence before a class or in a public lecture are of equal importance when appearing on television, Your audience numbers in the thousands and TV doesn’t miss a thing.
Things to Watch:
If you are sitting, try not to clutch the chair arm, clasp and unclasp hands, rub your nose or pull your ear lobe. These nervous habits are distracting. The audience will begin to concentrate on your actions, not your words. Try to sit calmly. Cross your legs at your ankles rather than crossing your knees, particularly ladies in skirts.
If standing, try not to jingle the change in your pocket. If you aren’t comfortable with your hands at your side, clasp them loosely behind your back. Avoid the fig leaf position and try not to wrinkle your jacket with your hands in your pockets.
9. Found in the Auxiliary Knowledge Base. The question was, “
“Are Auxiliarists permitted to purchase and wear the “Fitness Shirt and or Fitness Trunks” with USCG Logo on it to wear while engaging in exercise such as running on ones own, mountain biking or exercising at a local gym?”
Answer: Yes.
10. Do I need to read the regular Coast Guard Uniform Manual?
Answer: Yes. The Auxiliary Uniform information in chapter 10 of the AUXMAN covers Auxiliary-specific instructions. You will find general instructions in the Coast Guard Uniform Manual for ALL service members including the Auxiliary in this book. (Available as a PDF from USCG.MIL)
11. May Auxiliarists wear the boonie hat that was authorized in 2007 for the regular Coast Guard?
Answer: No. The Coast Guard authorized this hat for hot weather operational use by the gold side only. It is not authorized for wear when contacting the public, something that the Auxiliary does quite frequently. See the Auxiliary Knowledge Base article on the subject. The ONLY authorized warm weather hat for the Auxiliary is the sun hat as described in the AUXMAN. The sun hat has the wordsCoast Guard Auxiliary on the front just like the baseball cap. Sew-on Auxiliary insignia is not authorized for Tilley sun hat. According to information included with the hat from AUXCEN the sun hat is considered an “informal” uniform accessory. When the Auxiliarist leaves the boat the Auxiliary Ball Cap must be worn. The same document states that the sun hat may be worn with civilian attire as long as good judgment is used about where it is worn. The Sun Hat is available fromAUXCEN and is described in AUXMAN: 10.D.3.f. Auxiliary Sun Hat.
12. Can the Auxiliary blue crew-neck t-shirt be worn with the tropical blue uniform?
Answer: No. This t-shirt is worn ONLY with the ODU.
13. When am I required to wear cover?
Answer: Cover, your cap, must be worn everywhere but inside a building (some exceptions for memorial services) and in the Ward Room of a Coast Guard vessel. (See also Auxiliary Knowledge Base.)
Protocols
Retirees and Vets Allowed to Salute Flag – Week of October 19, 2009
(JT) Traditionally, members of the nation’s veterans service organizations have rendered the hand-salute during the national anthem and at events involving the national flag only while wearing their organization’s official head-gear.The National Defense Authorization Act of 2008 contained an amendment to allow non-uniformed service members, military retirees, and veterans to render a hand salute during the hoisting, lowering, or passing of the U.S. flag. A later amendment further authorized hand-salutes during the national anthem by veterans and out-of-uniform military personnel. This was included in the Defense Authorization Act of 2009, which President Bush signed on Oct. 14, 2008.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag:
(JT) I believe DCAPT Birrane, has said, in uniform, it is permissible to stand at attention when reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Pledge of Allegiance
To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -049/09
1. There has been considerable concern recently about whether or not Auxiliarists may recite the Pledge of Allegiance when in uniform. The following is provided to re-iterate and confirm associated policy.
2. There is U.S. Code that addresses the Pledge. It is 4 U.S.C. 4 which states, “The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag: “I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”, should be rendered by standing at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. When not in uniform men should remove any non-religious headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart. Persons in uniform should remain silent, face the flag, and render the military salute.”
3. Specific provisional language exists in Coast Guard Auxiliary policy. Section 1.A.5.b. of the Auxiliary Manual (COMDTINST M16790.1 (series)) states, “When the Pledge of Allegiance is given, Auxiliarists, in uniform or not, should face the National Ensign and stand at attention with their right hand over their heart.” This provision is re-stated in Appendix A.6. of the Auxiliary Manual.
4. It is true that some convention exists among active duty and Reserve ranks to remain silent during the Pledge, if in uniform. However, it is also recognized that the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance by Auxiliarists in uniform, with their right hand over their heart, has been a traditional mainstay of Auxiliary custom, ceremonies, and meetings, and that U.S. Code does not prescribe a mandate despite its implication of silence. The option for Auxiliarists in uniform to therefore recite the Pledge with right hand over the heart remains firmly in place, and section 1.A.5.b. and Appendix A.6. of the Auxiliary Manual remain firmly in effect.
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Tex-ting While Driving When on Duty
To: ALAUX
From: CHDIRAUX
Subj: TEXTING WHILE OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE GENERAL ORDER -001/10
1. In an effort to reduce the dangers of texting while driving, the President has issued Executive Order 13513 which mandates a federal government-wide prohibition on the use of texting messages while driving on official business or while using government-supplied equipment. This has implications for Coast Guard Auxiliarists while assigned to duty. Please read ALCOAST 012/10 athttp://www.uscg.mil/announcements/ for details.
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