The SPECIAL SEA DETAIL is manned wheneverthe ship leaves and enters port. Because of the criticalnature of mooring or anchoring, getting under way, andmaneuvering in restricted waters, only the mostexperienced persons are assigned to these details. Youcan expect to be assigned to a station, however, so thatyou can learn what to do and how to do it.The remaining columns of the WQS bill (except thelast one) show assignments to the ship’s emergencybills. Always be prepared to man your emergencystation and know where to get the equipment you maybe required to provide.For a MAN-OVERBOARD situation, you go toquarters or some other designated place of muster if youare not assigned a specific detail. The final column is forassignments to such miscellaneous details as messcooking, MAA duty, and side boys.ResponsibilitiesIt is your responsibility to check the WQS bill daily.You should check for any changes made in yourassignments and to refresh your memory forassignments to seldom-used details (such as to a prizecrew). When abandon ship drill is held, for instance, youshould not have to take time to find out what your stationis and where it is located. A shipmate’s life may dependon you to be where you’re assigned to be.WATCHESMost of the watches in the Navy are of 4 hoursduration. Time off between watches depends on thenumber of sections and the number of personnel in eachstation. Normally, watches start on the even hours, suchas 0400, 0800, or 1200. However, you should arrive atyour station at least 15 minutes ahead of time toreceive any pertinent information from the person youare relieving. Regardless of the type of watch you stand,observe proper military bearing. Proper groomingstandards and uniform appearance is a must. Stand yourwatch in strict adherence to the eleven general orders ofthe sentry (covered later in this chapter). Know thechain of command as it relates to watch standing. Ifthere is an emergency, it’s important to know who andwhen to call.3-3Student Notes:Figure 3-1.—Watch, quarter, and station bill.
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