The example division organizational chart (fig.5-4) shows the relationship of the senior sectionleader and section leader within the division.SUMMARYAs a senior petty officer, one of the duties youare in line for is the officer of the deck and theorganizational relationship with other membersof the watch team. It is important that you knowhow to prepare for the watch, set it, and relieve it.Also, you should know the correct procedurefor keeping the deck log, as it is a chronologicalrecord of all events occurring during your watch.You should know the different types ofrestraint in the event a member of your commandis apprehended and returned.You should also know what to do if someoneseeks asylum or temporary refuge aboard yourship or station. The information given in thischapter should give you an excellent foundationfor standing the OOD watch.Security, as well as safety, is the responsibilityof all hands. Increased awareness of all aspectsof security should be added to your list ofresponsibilities as a senior petty officer. Yourship’s visitors bill provides you with informationon general visiting, how to handle visitors withand without clearances, and what to do if anunauthorized visitor attempts to board your ship.You should also know what watches are requiredin U.S. and foreign ports.Another responsibility of a senior petty officeris the senior section leader and section leader. Youwere introduced to both of these important duties.Remember, no matter what duties you areassigned as a senior petty officer, dedication,pride, and professionalism are what being a pettyofficer is all about.REFERENCESDepartment of the Navy Information andPersonnel Security Program Regulation,OPNAVINST 5510.1H, Office of the Chiefof Naval Operations, Washington, D.C.,1990.Manual for Courts-Martial United States, 1984,Office of the Secretary of Defense,Washington, D.C., 1984.Figure 5-4.—Example of division organizational chart.5-14
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