COMDTINST 6230.3D — Coast Guard Anthrax Vaccine Immunization Program (avip)

COMDTINST 6230.3D governs the Coast Guard Anthrax Vaccine Immunization Program, including vaccination policy, tracking, and reporting.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 6230.3D
  • Title: COAST GUARD ANTHRAX VACCINE IMMUNIZATION PROGRAM (AVIP)
  • Date: 2/19/2019
  • Proponent: CG-112

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The publication addresses unit prioritization, communications and education, military and civilian personnel guidance, exemptions, and medical reporting. It requires immunization data and exemptions to be recorded in designated tracking systems and vaccination documentation to be made in the service treatment record.

Applies to: All CG Commanders, Commanding Officers, Officers-In-Charge, Deputy/Assistant Commandants, and Chiefs of Headquarters staff elements must comply with the provisions of this Instruction.

Topics covered

  • Anthrax vaccine mandates
  • Unit prioritization
  • Administrative exemptions
  • Medical exemptions
  • Medical reporting
  • Immunization tracking systems
  • Vaccine education

Questions and answers

Who must comply with COMDTINST 6230.3D?

All CG Commanders, Commanding Officers, Officers-In-Charge, Deputy/Assistant Commandants, and Chiefs of Headquarters staff elements must comply with the provisions of this Instruction. (paragraph 2)

Who authorizes administrative exemptions from anthrax vaccination?

Administrative exemptions from anthrax vaccination are authorized for personnel by the individual’s Commanding Officer or Officer-In-Charge for the reasons found in Reference (e). (paragraph 9)

Are there absolute contraindications to anthrax vaccination during an anthrax emergency?

In an anthrax emergency, there are no absolute contraindications to vaccinating people with a high-risk exposure to anthrax spores.

How are anthrax vaccination exemptions recorded?

The servicing CG clinic or assigned IDHS will record all exemptions (exceptions), both medical and administrative, in the ITS.

What records must document anthrax vaccinations?

Documentation of all anthrax vaccinations must be made in the STR on DD Form 2766 (MRRS version is acceptable).

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