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Transcript of BOSN4 Gale Howerton. Reference AUXILIARY CLAIMS HANDBOOK Encl. (1) to MLCLANTINST 5890.3A of 27 MAR...
Auxiliary Claims ActThe Auxiliarist must be on orders (written or
verbal; reimbursable or non-reimbursable).The damage must have been incurred within
the scope and limitations of the orders.Special rules for POVs & Trailers.
POVs and TrailersWhen towing a facility the POV and trailer
are considered equipment for which a claim may be filed…
1. Towing the vessel from it’s normal storage
on a direct route to a launch ramp and return, or…
2. While the trailer is parked at the launch
site.
Claim not payableDamage caused by gross negligence or willful
misconduct.Auxiliarist has been reimbursed by private
insuranceRoutine operational expense… fuel, water,
supplies…Damage to, loss of, equipment which was not
reasonable to possess given the assigned duties.
Claim not payableThe damage is attributable to normal wear &
tear or improper maintenance… The damage must be due to a specific/identifiable cause.
However…….
Catastrophic CauseCoast Guard will pay a percentage only after
40 hours of use which constitutes at least 25% of facility total use.
Repair cost must be 10% or greater of the value of the vessel… Anything less is considered maintenance.
Auxiliary ClaimantOn patrol under orders and facility is
damaged. 1. Notifies operational commander of
damage within 24 hours. 2. DOES NOT file orders for reimbursement
or commence repairs.
Operational Commander (OIA)Acknowledges report and informs claimant of
IO.Forwards auxiliary claim packet to claimant.Upon notification , attempts to assess,
photograph, and document the damage… Arrangements for inspection should be made as soon as possible.
Auxiliary ClaimantFills out claim form.Attaches patrol orders, required estimates
and all supporting documents.Returns the claim form back to the
operational commander.
Operational CommanderReviews package and determine if further
investigation is required.Authorizes repairs or executes RIK, if claim is
less than $200.Forwards completed package to DIRAUX.If denied, sends advance notice to claimant to
allow oppurtunity for additional explanation.
Auxiliary ClaimantRepairs facility.Submits Report of Completion of Repairs to
operational Commander.
DIRAUXEndorses claim package.Ensures attached: 1. Aux claim is properly filled out 2. (2) estimates for repair 3. Patrol orders 4. Offer for use formMail to LSC for action.