COMDTINST 1750.4G — Ombudsman Program

COMDTINST 1750.4G governs the Coast Guard Ombudsman Program, including family readiness, command participation, training, and support.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 1750.4G
  • Title: OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
  • Date: 3/31/2026
  • Proponent: CG-WFS-2

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The publication establishes policies for Ombudsman program management, command participation, training, confidentiality, reporting, and spouse participation. It also sets requirements for appointments, funding, reimbursement, administrative support, and Ombudsman duties.

Applies to: All Coast Guard unit commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chiefs of headquarter directorates shall comply with the policies in this Instruction.

Topics covered

  • Coast Guard Ombudsman Program
  • Family readiness and resilience
  • Command participation
  • Ombudsman training
  • Confidentiality and reporting
  • Command cadre spouse participation
  • Ombudsman-at-Large duties
  • Reimbursement of incidental expenses

Questions and answers

What must Coast Guard commanders provide to Ombudsmen?

All CO/OICs shall provide necessary training and support to the unit Ombudsman as an essential part of their leadership team. (paragraph 5)

How soon must Coast Guard Ombudsman training be completed?

Coast Guard Ombudsman training is required within three months of appointment.

What confidentiality standards apply to Ombudsmen?

Contact and communications with an Ombudsman are considered confidential, except in those circumstances described in this policy.

What must an Ombudsman do when learning of a life-threatening situation?

If an Ombudsman learns of information indicating a life-threatening situation, the Ombudsman shall immediately call emergency services (911).

What must an Ombudsman report about possible sexual assault?

If an Ombudsman learns of information about a possible sexual assault, whether from a victim or third party, the Ombudsman shall as soon as possible report that information to the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC).

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