V.W "Woody" Simpson Welcome to the exciting world of the Vessel Examination Program As the District Staff Officer for Vessel Examinations, I am at your service and pledge myself to provide the utmost in customer service and guidance as we represent the Auxiliary in promoting the Recreational Boating Safety program to boaters and the general public. Our Vessel Safety Checks (VSC) are our mainstay. Vessel Examiners all need to know what needs to be done in our ever-changing environment. Technology is changing everyday as we strive to perform our tasks conducting a VSC, answering questions from a boater about equipment, inquiring about becoming a member, or how to register for a boating course. VEs are very visible to the boating public and the Coast Guard and Coast Guard Auxiliary members. In order for us to be successful again this year, I have established one goal for the Vessel Examiners. That is to increase the number of Vessel Examiners which ultimately will result in an increase of VSCs in our district. If we can meet four objectives, we will achieve that goal. The first objective is to consider VSC stations as a division event rather than a flotilla or single VE conducting a VE station. Having two or more flotillas conducting a VE station is a rewarding event with fellowship a by-product of that team working together. Some divisions have done this and have been very successful. Our second objective is to increase the number of Vessel Examiners in every flotilla. It is a great way for new members to contribute to the productivity of the flotilla and to be engaged. There are a number of experienced members who are in REYR. Assist them to become active again. They are great mentors for our new Vessel Examiners. The third objective is to communicate with each other at the division and flotilla level. Let everyone know where and when VSC stations are planned and this allows everyone to become involved. Brief your elected leadership on the benefits as a Vessel Examiner. The last objective is again to communicate more often with each other. We now have some tools to conduct conference calls to provide information on a timely basis for the divisions to disseminate to the flotillas. We will meet our goal if we accomplish these objectives. I am here to help you. We always have challenges that we will encounter and effective communications is the proven way to increase our effectiveness in the Vessel Examination program. The boating season is upon us. Let’s have fun out there.
Subject: Fire Extinguisher Recall
To All DSO-PV & VE:
RECALL INFORMATION
Name of product: Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers Units: About 167,000 Distributor: Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C. Hazard: The pressurized cylinders in the recalled fire extinguishers could lose pressure and fail to operate. In the event of a fire, this failure could put a consumer and property at risk. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves the Kidde XL Fire Extinguishers with model numbers FX340SC, FX340H, FX340GW, XL5MR, FX210R, FX340SC-2, FX210W, XL2.5TCZ-4, E-340-3 and with manufacture dates between October 2007 and April 2008. “Kidde†and the model number can be found on the label on the front of the extinguisher. The manufacture year is on the bottom of the extinguisher. If your extinguisher is one of the listed model numbers and is marked with the year 07 or 08, contact Kidde to determine if you have a recalled extinguisher. Sold at: Department, home, and hardware stores nationwide from October 2007 through April 2008 for about $35. Manufactured in: Mexico Remedy: Consumers should immediately inspect the pressure gauge. If it points to the red zone, contact Kidde to receive a free replacement extinguisher. If the gauge is not in the red zone, but you have questions about an extinguisher within the listed model numbers, please contact Kidde for additional information. Additional details are available at the following web sites. Please cascade to the deckplate http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09151.html Action: RBSPVs: Share this information with retail partners VSC VE: Share this information with boaters
Instructions for Certifying Auxiliary Member Qualifications for Vessel Examiner:
Removal from REYR:
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