Selection and Training of Watchstanders for Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Services

Abstract

Based on operational manuals as well as observations and interviews during several visits to operating Coast Guard Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) centers, some basic problems in the selection and training of VTS watchstanders are identified and evaluated. Recommendations are made with regard to selection criteria and selection tests, and the evaluation of one potential selection test is presented. A training program, including both general preparation at a resident school and special training at the VTS site, is proposed. Progress in establishment of the resident course is reviewed, and guidelines are offered for the development and conduct of on-site training.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA096327

Entities

People

  • D. B. Devoe
  • J. W. Royal
  • N. Moore

Organizations

  • John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Coast Guard
  • Dead Reckoning
  • Employment
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Geography
  • Guidance
  • Hard Copy
  • Job Training
  • Personnel Management
  • Psychological Tests
  • Radar
  • Standards
  • Students
  • Trainees
  • Training
  • Training Management

Readers

  • Maritime Security/Maritime Homeland Security
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.
  • Systems Analysis and Design