In Port Watch Standing

Daily Ship Routine, Honors, and

Ceremonies
Learning Objectives
Understand the basic shipboard
organization
Know the key positions in the shipboard
watch organization
Understand each persons duties and
responsibilities within the watch
organization
Know requirements to conduct an efficient
quarterdeck watch
Typical Shipboard Chain of Command
Shipboard Chain of Command
Command Master Chief
Chief Petty Officer
Division Officer
Department Head
Executive Officer
Commanding Officer
CRUDES Shipboard Organization
Main Propulsion
Assistant "MPA"
Electrical
Officer
Auxiliaries
Officer
Damage Control
Officer
Engineering
DivO
Engineering
"CHENG"
First LT
(CRUDES)
Communications
Officer
Electronic
Warfare Officer
CIC Officer
(AWO)
Operations
"OPS"
Fire Control
Officer
Electronic
Materials Officer
AntiSub
Warfare Officer
Ordnance
Officer/GUNNO
Strike Officer
Combat Systems
"CSO" /
Weapons
"WEPS"
Food Services
Officer "FSO"
Disbursing
Officer "Disbo"
Supply
"SUPPO"
Navigation
Division
Training Officer
Medical
(Department
on big decks)
Navigation /
Administration
"NAV"
Amphib Shipboard Organization
Training
Officer
Nav / Admin
First Division
(topside)
Second Division
(well-deck)
Third Division
(weapons)
Deck
CIC Officer
Comms Officer
EMO
Operations
Main Propulsion
Assistant
AUXO
Electrical
Officer
DCA
Engineering
Officer
Engineering
Food Services
Officer
Disbursing
Officer
Supply
Medical
Dental
Medical
Operations Department
OD / First Division 1
st
LT
Boatswains Mate (BM)
OC / Radio Commo
Information Systems Technician (IT)
OI / Combat Information Center CICO
Operations Specialist (OS)
OW / Electronic Warfare EWO / SIWO
Electronic Warfare Technician (EW)
Intelligence Specialist (IS)
Cryptologic Technician (CT)

Operations Duties
Primary & Collateral
OD / First Division 1
st
LT
Hull/deck preservation, UNREPS, small boats
Aviation Facilities Coordinator
OC / Radio Commo
Supervises transmission & receipt of all MSGs
CMS Custodian
OI / Combat Information Center CICO
Prepare CIC for EXs, schedule Ops,
SORTS, CASREPS, etc.
OW / Electronic Warfare EWO/SIWO
Prepare Intel briefs for CO, CIC watchstanders

Combat Systems / Weapons
Department
CE Electronic Materials Officer EMO
Electronics Technician (ET)
Interior Communications Technician (IC)
CF Fire Control Officer FCO
Fire Controlman (FC)
CO Ordnance Officer ORDO/Guns
Gunners Mate (GM)
CA ASW Officer ASWO
Sonar Technician (Surface) (STG)
Torpedoman (TM)
CS Systems Test Officer STO
CSMM (Maint Mgr)
Combat Systems / Weapons
Department
CE Electronic Materials Officer EMO
Maintains ships signals (radar/comms) equipment
CF Fire Control Officer FCO
Maintains ships FC systems (consoles, illuminators, etc.)
CO Ordnance Officer ORDO/Guns
Maintains ships guns, CIWS, ordnance, small arms
Force Protection Plans Security Alert Force
CA ASW Officer ASWO
Maintains ships sonar/acoustic equipment & torpedoes
CS Systems Test Officer STO
AEGIS billet which ensures integrity of AWS
Engineering Department
MP Main Propulsion Division MPA
Gas-Turbine SystemsTech Mechanical (GSM)
Gas-Turbine SystemsTech Electrical (GSE)
R Repair Division DCA
Damage Controlman (DC)
Hull Maintenance Technician (HT)
Machinery Repairman (MR)
E Electrical Division Elec-O/ELO
Electricians Mate (EM)
A Auxiliaries Division AUXO
Engineman (EN)
Engineering Department
MP Main Propulsion Division MPA
Maintains main engines and periphery equipment
R Repair Division DCA
Ensure ships survivability
Implements ships DC training program
E Electrical Division Elec-O/ELO
Maintains ships power distribution system
Electrical Safety Program
A Auxiliaries Division AUXO
Maintains ships AUX spaces & associated equip (Evaps,
boats engines, etc.)
Navigation/Administration
Department
NX Ships/Personnel Office
Navigator typically acts as DivO/DH for
Yeoman (YN)
Personnelman (PN)
Navy Career Counselor (NC)
Master-At-Arms (MA)
Navigator also DivO for Quartermasters (QM)
MX Medical / Dental
Hospitalman (HM)
Dental Technician (DT)
Supply Department
S-1 Ships Store / Vending
Storekeepers (SK)
S-2 Laundry
Ship Serviceman (SH)
S-3 Food Services FSO
Mess Specialists (MS)
S-4 Disbursing DISBO
Disbursing Clerk (DK)
In Port Watchstanding
Primary duty of in port watch section is to
ensure the safety and security of the ship
Command Duty Officer (CDO)
The Command Duty Officer in port is that
officer or authorized Petty Officer
designated by the Commanding Officer to
carry out the routine of the unit in port and
to supervise the Officer of the Deck in the
safety and general duties of the unit. In the
temporary absence of the Executive Officer,
the duties of the Executive Officer will be
carried out by the Command Duty Officer.
OPNAVINST 3120.32C
Command Duty Officer
Officer-in-charge of the entire in port duty section
for 24 hour period
set the tone for the performance of the duty
section
conducts frequent inspections and drills
Responsible for the safety and security of the
entire ship
Reports to the XO, or, in his absence, directly to
the CO regarding the discharge of their duties
XO ashore = CDO performs XOs duties
taking reports from DH, conducting messing and berthing
inspections, signing the Plan of the Day
Prepared to get the ship u/w at a moments notice
Duties of CDO
conduct frequent and random inspections
throughout the ship, keeping an eye out for
hazards, cleanliness, crew appearance, work in
progress, etc
always inform the Quarterdeck of whereabouts
attempt to be on the Quarterdeck for
arrival/departure of CO and XO so they can pass
on necessary information
conduct drills by emergency response teams and
critique them
inform CO and XO of drill if they are onboard
observe colors and sunrise
watch for sudden or unexpected changes in
weather
know status of ships boats
frequently spot check hazardous storage areas
know status of engineering plant
mental preps to respond to
emergencies.numbers to contact personnel
ensure preps made for an upcoming event
inspect each Quarterdeck watch throughout the
day
if in doubt, call CO and XO
Officer of the Deck (OOD)
The Officer of the Deck in port is that officer or
petty officer on watch designated by the
Commanding Officer to be in charge of the unit.
He/she is primarily responsible for the safety and
proper operation of the unit.
OPNAVINST 3120.32C
OOD
stands watch on the ships Quarterdeck
smart appearance = initial impression by visitors
carries out daily ship routine
responsible for the proper performance of all
duties prescribed to his watch
ensure watchstanders are at their stations,
attentive, alert, and ready for duty
Quarterdeck
The Commanding Officer of a ship shall establish the
limits of the quarterdeck and the restrictions of its use. The
quarterdeck shall embrace so much of the main or other
appropriate deck as may be necessary for the proper
conduct of official ceremonial functions.
NAVY REGs, ARTICLE 1256
Quarterdeck
command and control center for ships daily
administrative activities and for conduct of ships
in port routine
normally main deck near brow
first line of security for ship - one way on and off
should be maintained in a professional manner
arrivals greated in professional manner
OOD - before relieving the watch
walk the pier - check services, lines, vehicles,
boats, parts and cleanliness of pier
inspect your watch team and quarterdeck
know the engineering plant status
know firewatches, men aloft/over side, divers in
water, etc
know location of key personnel
upcoming eventsrequired personnel onboard
review Visitors tags and Pass Down Log
Watch Organization
The Commanding Officer will establish the
watches necessary for the safety, security, and
proper operation of the command.
OPNAVINST 3120.32C
Petty Officer of the Watch (POOW)
The petty officer of the watch is the primary
enlisted assistant to the officer of the deck in
port.
OPNAVINST 3120.32C
POOW
Assist the OOD throughout the watch in carrying
out the ships routine
Overall in charge of the watch team
Answers the phone, makes 1MC announcements,
and tasks the messenger
Assists in training and inspecting watches
Normally armed with pistol
Messenger of the Watch (MOW)
Usually a junior, non-rated sailor
Detailed by the OOD and POOW to perform
various duties
wake watch reliefs
escort visitors
clean quarterdeck
Must be qualified = know their way around the
ship!!
Sounding and Security Patrol
Makes random and continuous rounds about the
ship, in search of fire, flooding, or security
problems
Reports to DCC or OOD
Roving Security Patrol
Patrols the ship in a continuous random manner
checking various sensitive spaces to guard against
security breaches
CMS vault
armory
Carries web belt, holster, 9mm, 2 ten round
magazines, capstun, light, and whistle
Required to report to the quarterdeck no less than
once per half-hour
Failure to report = security alert
Pier Sentry
Watch placed at gate to allow only authorized
visitors to enter the pier
Carries web belt, night stick, whistle, flashlight,
hand-held radio
Watch bill provided by Pier SOPA
Duty Department Heads
Report to the CDO
Responsible for running their respective
departments after working hours when DH ashore
Interact with OOD as necessary to conduct routine
maintenance and evolutions
Consist of the following: Duty OPS, Combat
Systems, Supply, Air, Master-at-Arms, and EDO
Duty Master-at-Arms
Petty Officer First or Second Class on duty
Conducts periodic musters of restricted crew
Supervises performance of extra duty
Conducts routine inspections of spaces for
cleanliness
In Port Fire Party
Members pulled from all divisions on duty
Must be onboard and able to deal with casualty
situation
Security Alert Team
Called away to deal with a breach in security
unauthorized persons on ship
sabotage
hostile mob on pier
Consists of SAT, BAF, Reserve Force
Report to armory for weapons issue then report to
area of security violation
Those not involved should stand fast and out of
the way!
Section Leader
Chief Petty Officer or Senior Petty Officer who
assigns watches in the duty section
Contact if necessary to replace a watchstander
Not required to stand watch
Inport Daily Routine
Watches
Quarterdeck
Engineering
CCS Watch
Sounding and Security
CSMC
Radio
Typical Routine
0730 - Duty Section turnover
08-1600 - Normal work day, duty section
personnel man all watches and are to
respond to fires, security alerts
1600- everyone else goes home
1630- Fire drill
Typical Routine
1800- Security alert drill
1900- Duty section muster for debrief/trng
1930- 8 OClock reports
2130- Everyone out for sweepers
2200- Taps
0730- Duty Section Turnover, get back to
work
Quarterdeck Watch
0800-1200
muster color detail and conduct colors
Sunday fly holiday Ensign and chruch pennant
sweepers/trash
1200 reports
1200-1600
ring 8 bells at 1200
sweepers/trash
muster restricted personnel
1600-2000
sweepers/trash
muster color and lighting detail and conduct
colors
2000-2400
muster restricted personnel
2130 all visitors depart ship
taps
2400-0400
MOW comes on watch in dungarees and cleans
Quarterdeck
0400-0800
muster lighting detail for sunrise
revellie/chow
muster restricted personnel
sweepers
muster color detail

Things that can happen on Duty
Days
Launching Rhib/Gig
know the boat capacity
comms between boat and OOD
CDO gives permission to put boat in water
12 oclock reports
Chronometer (QM)
Muster (ADMIN)
Mag Temp (GM)
Boat Report (Eng)
Fuel and Water (Eng)
Draft (Eng)
12 oclocks
send messenger for permission to strike 8 bells
at 1200
Captain, the officer of the deck sends his/her
respects and reports the approaching hour of twelve.
All chronometers have been compared. Request
permission to strike eight bells on time, Sir.
8 oclock reports
CDO and Duty DHs
confirm that security and damage-control
inspections have been made and documented in
reports by duty DH
1930 or 2000
turned over to XO in the morning
Personnel over the side
one observer to hold tending line
each person required to wear: life jacket,
harness, hard hat, goggles
fly Kilo ONE
notify other ships
Announce every 15 minutes
Personnel aloft
chit ran through Combat Systems watch
lists area and tag-out requirements
run through Duty IT and ET
OOD last to sign
fly Kilo flag
notify other ships
Announce every 15 minutes
Divers over the side
chit ran through Combat Systems watch
OOD sign and log diver in and out
fly ALFA flag
notify other ships
announce every 30 minutes
Ships coming alongside
need line handlers and safety officer on your
ship
fly India flag
CDO establish comms and oversee evolution
Working party/require linehandlers
determined by working party size and division
Air Ops
FOD walkdown
test alarms and lights
fly Hotel flag
Ordnance Operations
raise Bravo and Lima
set HERO conditions
notify other ships
rope off areas and have fire party manned if
necessary
Crane Operations
rope off areas
safety helmet, goggles, and life jacket
Security Alert - reasons
rover does not report within 30 minutes
rover reports by phone
rover does not report Roving Patrol all secure
duress situation
ship next to you goes to security alert
unauthorized use of 1MC
general, chemical, or collision alarm goes off
Security Alert, security alert; away the
Security Alert Team, away the Back-up Alert
Force, away the Reserve Force; all hands not
involved stand fast; Reason for security alert
______.
Quarterdeck secure brow and move unnecessary
personnel inside
SAT - 2 minutes on station with shotguns
BAF - 3 minutes on station with shotguns and 1
9mm
Reserve Force - 10 minutes on station
Secured by CDO with the letter code of the day
Onboard _____, this is CDO _______, secure from
security alert code _____.
Repeat twice verbatim and show ID card or else cannot
secure
Reporting/Detachment of personnel
Person Seeking Political Asylum vs.
Temporary Refuge
Fuel spills
Bomb threats
Swimmer attack
Deadly force
Sailors in jail
Cops show up onboard
Receive U/A personnel
Medical emergency
Domestic disturbances
Civil Disturbances
Sailors mom calls for CO
AMCROSS
Visit ship
Fire / Flood
Loss of power

SOPA Instructions
Fire on other ship
Intoxicated sailors causing disturbances
Broken line on pier
Inspection of packages
Get Underway
Special Evolutions
Sunrise
OOD muster lighting detail and Duty SM
verify sunrise time
Prep closed up: five minutes prior
Prep hauled down: sunrise
secure all lights
SM put up appropriate flags/day shapes
Morning Colors
OOD muster and inspect colors detail 15
minutes prior
correct Ensign and Jack!!
Prep closed up: five minutes prior
Pass over 1MC First call, first call to colors
Prep hauled down: ensign and jack raised
1 whistle - attention
2 whistles - ready two
3 whistles - carry on
Evening Colors
OOD muster and inspect colors detail 15
minutes prior
Prep closed up: five minutes prior
Pass over 1MC First call, first call to colors
Prep hauled down: ensign and jack lowered
1 whistle - attention
2 whistles - ready two
3 whistles - carry on
QM turns lights on and appropriate flags/day
shapes taken down
Honors
rendered between morning colors and
sunset otherwise OOD salutes
Senior vs. Junior passing ships
1 whistle: attention to starboard or 2 whistles:
attention to port
1 whistle: attention - senior member salutes
2 whistles: ready two
3 whistles: carry on
HONORS
Announcing arrival of senior officers
Bells
2 bells - Commander
4 bells - Captain
CO of ship/embarked staff receives stinger when steps
on/off ship

6 bells - Rear Admiral
8 bells - Admiral
Followed by verbal announcements
Captain, United States Navy arriving
do not know who he is
MIDPAC, arriving
PORT ROYAL, arriving
Official visits



consult NAVREGs
BM and QM on deck
Side boys - required by prearranged visit of
Flag Officer or VIP
not required Sundays or from sunset to 0800
Half-Masting
Union Jack and Ensign when required
Hoisted to top before lowered
Church Pennant
flown above the Ensign during church
services conducted by naval chaplains at sea
Absence Indicator Pennants
Absence of important embarked officer indicated
from sunrise to sunset via substitute pennants for
period of 72 hours or less
First Sub - Flag Staff Officer or unit
commander
starboard outboard yardarm
Second Sub - Chief of Staff
port inboard yardarm
Third Sub - CO
port outboard yardarm
Fourth Sub - civil/military official embarked
starboard inboard yardarm
Dos/Donts
When you are in charge, be in charge
As OOD tell CO/CDO what you are going
to do, not ask him what hed like you to do.
Your in the fleet now, not a college student
Set the standard, not what can I get away with
Use military time
Use proper Navy lingo (decks not floors)
Use Alpha, Bravo (not A, B)

Homework
Review for Exam #3 on Wednesday