COMDTINST 16114.32H — Boat Operations And Training (boat), Volume I

COMDTINST 16114.32H governs policy and training requirements for Coast Guard Boat Forces operations and training.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 16114.32H
  • Title: BOAT OPERATIONS AND TRAINING (BOAT), VOLUME I
  • Date: 8/5/2025

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It provides doctrinal guidance for all types of Coast Guard Boat Forces units, including cutters with cutter boats. It requires designated Coast Guard commanders and leaders to comply with its policies and adds the Boat Forces Master Keeper Certificate chapter.

Applies to: This Instruction provides policy and training requirements for Coast Guard Boat Forces operations and is intended for use by all personnel engaged in or supervising boat operations and training.

Topics covered

  • Boat Forces operations
  • Boat operations training
  • Boat Forces unit guidance
  • Boat Forces Master Keeper Certificate
  • waiver requests
  • Operations Status reports

Questions and answers

Who must comply with the policies in COMDTINST 16114.32H?

All Coast Guard unit and training center commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chiefs of headquarter directorates must comply with the policies contained. (paragraph 2)

What happens when a provision in COMDTINST 16114.32H is unclear?

In situations where this Directive does not address a specific organizational construct or relationship and the application of a particular provision is unclear, users should seek clarification from their reporting senior and advise Office of Boat Forces (CG-731) through their chain of command to clarify the provision in question. (paragraph 5)

What updates were included in the reissue of COMDTINST 16114.32H?

The reissue of this Instruction features two updates: a. Updated Note 2 in Table 4-5. b. Added Part 5 Chapter 9 Boat Forces Master Keeper Certificate. (paragraph 7)

What reports are required under COMDTINST 16114.32H?

Operations Status reports are required by shore authority. All Coast Guard programs are subject to internal and external audit. (paragraph 1-3)

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