PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2011

USS CLEVELAND(LPD-7)
Welcome Aboard
Pre-Deployment Handbook
Pacific Partnership 2011

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PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2011

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 PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2011
MISSION COMMANDER
Congratulations on joining the Pacific Partnership team!

On behalf of the Pacific and 7th FLEET Commanders, I would like to thank
you for joining us aboard USS CLEVELAND (LPD 7). This is a tremendous
commitment on your part, and I am confident the sacrifices you have made to
be here will be well worth it as we travel to Tonga, Vanuatu, Papua New
Guinea, Timor-Leste and the Federated States of Micronesia. Our mission is
a pillar in our Navy’s Maritime Strategy: providing medical, dental, and
veterinary care, repairing bio-medical equipment, working on engineering
and community outreach projects, and participating in subject matter expert
exchanges overseas. We are here by invitation of these host nations, and
each visit is tailored to support the goals and desires they provided us
during preliminary site visits we made earlier this year and late last
year.

This deployment presents a unique and, for many of us, once-in-a-lifetime

opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of people from many different
organizations and countries in such a unique environment. It will be busy.
It will be challenging. It will also be rewarding and fun. The incredible
level of expertise, experience, and commitment to this mission ensures that
we will meet our goal of preparing in calm to respond with our partners in
crisis. Without question, the relationships we develop over the ensuing
months will be vital in responding to future natural disasters or
humanitarian crises.

It is an honor to serve with you and I wish you a rewarding and memorable
deployment. If you ever have any questions or concerns about this vital
mission, please don’t hesitate to contact me or my staff.

Thank you for your service.

CAPT Jesse A. Wilson

Commodore DESRON 23
Mission Commander
Pacific Partnership 2011

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
WELCOME ABOARD FROM THE MISSION COMMANDER. . .................................. 1

I. PRE-DEPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
PRE-DEPLOYMENT CHECKLIST..................................................... 3
MILITARY EMBARKATION FORM.................................................... 4
CIVILIAN EMBARKATION FORM.................................................... 5
US MILITARY AND DOD PERSONNEL PRE-DEPLOYMENT TRAINING ....................... 6
PRE-DEPLOYMENT IMMUNIZATIONS................................................. 7
CIVILIAN MANDATORY MEDICAL/DENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.............................. 8
LETTER FOR CIVILIAN PARTICIPANT’S MEDICAL PROVIDER........................... 9
LETTER FOR CIVILIAN PARTICIPANT’S DENTAL PROVIDER............................ 10
REQUIRED RECORDS/REPORTS..................................................... 11
WHAT TO/WHAT NOT TO PACK..................................................... 13

II. DESTROYER SQUADRON TWENTY-THREE (CDS-23) AND USS CLEVELAND

COMMANDER, DESTROYER SQUADRON TWENTY-THREE, CAPT JESSE A. WILSON............. 15
COMMANDING OFFICER, USS CLEVELAND, CAPT S. ROBERT ROTH....................... 16
MEDICAL CONTIGENCY COMMANDER, FLEET SURGICAL TEAM 9, CDR STEVEN GABELE....... 17
HISTORY OF PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP............................................... 18
CDS-23 HISTORY............................................................... 19
USS CLEVELAND HISTORY........................................................ 23

III. SHIPBOARD LIFE

EMERGENCIES AND SAFETY PROTOCOL OVERVIEW..................................... 25
Basic Information, Rules and Regulations, Man Overboard, General Quarters, Abandon Ship,
Personal Floatation Device, Emergency Escape Breathing Device, TAC Numbers.
SAFETY....................................................................... 29
Safety of Your Shipmates, Electrical Safety, Securing for Sea, Helicopter Operations
SECURITY..................................................................... 30
Security Alert, Off limits Areas.
FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS....................................................... 30
Navy Cash, Cash Cards
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS...................................................... 30
Trash and Garbage, Bio-hazardous Material/Waste, Hazardous Material/Waste and Plastics
RESPONSIBILITIES............................................................. 31
Conduct Ashore, Fraternization/PDA, Military Courtesy and Tradition, Quarterdeck Procedures, Fresh Water,
Cleanliness and Preservation, Responsibilities of NGOs and Non-Navy Members
UNIFORMS AND CIVILIAN ATTIRE................................................. 32
Uniforms, Grooming Standards, Civilian Clothing, Housecoats/Robes, Shower Shoes, Sun-Bathing
FACILITIES AND SERVICES ON BOARD............................................. 33
Bos’n Locker, Barber, Medical/Dental, Operation ID, Cutting Locks, Laundry, Ship’s Store, Gym,
Electrical Checks, Fresh Water, Divine Services, Library, Vending Machines
COMMUNICATIONS............................................................... 34
Personal Computers, Email, Telephone, Mail, Emergencies
LIBERTY/SHIPBOARD INCIDENTS.................................................. 35
Liberty, Criminal Activity, Sexual Harassment

IV. REFERENCES
NAVY-CIVILIAN DICTIONARY.................................................... 36

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 PRE-DEPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

This guidebook is not meant to be all inclusive nor applicable in its entirety due
to the diverse composition of our crew. The purpose of this handbook is to supplement
existing command or organizational pre-deployment requirements as well as other Individual
Augmentation guidance, such as that found in Navy Knowledge On-line (NKO) at
https://wwwa.nko.navy.mil. Requirements in this guidebook are specifically tailored for
those embarking USS CLEVELAND (LPD-7) for the Pacific Partnership 2011 mission.

Proper planning is the most important element of a successful mission. The time and
energy you spend preparing for deployment will ensure a smooth transition to the ship and
significantly minimize many of the problems encountered during a deployment. These
problems include pay and personnel issues, family readiness and professional development.
Ensure you review and complete pre-deployment requirements prior to embarkation. Please
note which requirements apply to civilians and which apply to military personnel.

CHECKLISTS
(Check if completed):

The following pages contain checklists and data sheets that will assist you in your
preparations. It is imperative to complete these checklists and data sheets in their
entirety prior to reporting aboard. Failure to do so will significantly increase your in-
processing time and may negatively affect your pay, family, career progression and
potentially limit your participation in the mission.

ATTENTION NGO and Partner Nation Personnel: For information on where to send
credentialing documents, please refer to the “Required Records/Reports” section. All
other documents should be submitted to Ms. Nutan Patel at nutan.patel@navy.mil (please cc
LCDR Thomas Price at thomas.s.price1@navy.mil, and Mr. Dean Tano at dean.tano@navy.mil).

* Medical screenings, medication requirements, and an additional Isolated Personal

Report (ISOPREP) shall be completed by all DOD personnel. All data will be held in strict
confidence.

 Embarkation Data Form (Military/Civilian)

 Pre-Deployment Training

 Pre-Deployment Immunizations

 Preventative Medication Requirements (Chemoprophylaxis)

 Civilian Mandatory Medical/Dental Questionnaire

 Letter for Civilian participant’s physician, if applicable

 Provider Information/Records

 Required Records/Reports

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 What to Pack
MILITARY EMBARKATION FORM
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT AUTHORITY: Department of Defense Regulation 6025.18-R and the Navy Regulations. To record personal data to support embarking onboard USS
CLEVELAND. NOTE: Records may be maintained in both electronic and/or paper form. PRINCIPAL PURPOSE: To gather necessary information to support embarkation of personnel
ISO Pacific Partnership 2011. ROUTINE USES: None. DISCLOSURE: Disclosure of this information is voluntary; however, failure to provide the requested information may impede,
delay or prevent further processing of this request.

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full Name: ___________________________ ___________________ ___________ ________
Last First Middle Rate/Rank
SSN: _____________________________ Branch of Service: _____________________ Active/Reserve

Designator: ___________ Sex: M F Blood Type: ________ Date of birth: ______________________

(SW/AW/FMF) (MM/DD/YYYY)

Dependency Status: Single Married Number of Dependents: ___________

Personal Email: _______________________________________________

(Yahoo/Hotmail)
Check in Date: _______________________ Projected Check-Out Date:
____________________________
(MM/DD/YYYY) (MM/DD/YYYY)

What is your End of Active Obligated service (EAOS): _____________________ PRD: _______________
(MM/DD/YYYY) (MMM/YYYY)
CAC Card Password Updated: Yes No (Should be updated prior to Deployment)

CBR Gear(Circle)
TROUSER S M L BOOTS S M L MASK S M L

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Primary Next of Kin: _____________________________________ ______________________________
Last First

Relationship: __________________ Home Phone: ______________________ Cell: ________________________

Home Address: _________________________________________________ City: _____________________________

State: __________ Zip Code: __________________ Email: ______________________________________

Secondary Next of Kin: ________________________________________ __________________________________

Last, First Phone

PARENT COMMAND INFORMATION

COMMAND: _________________________________________________ UIC: __________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ____________________________ DSN: __________________________

Supervisor’s Information: ________ _________________________________ ___________________

Rank/ Rate Last, First Phone

Supervisor’s Work Email: ___________________________________________________

FOR PERSONNEL USE ONLY

__ORIGINAL ORDERS __PAGE 2/SGLI __PASSPORT __ADVANCEMENT EXAM __ISOPREP

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__SERVICE RECORD __COPY OF CONTRACT __LAST 3 EVALS/FITREPS __NKO CERTIFICATES _____________________

CIVILIAN / PARTNER NATIONS EMBARKATION FORM

PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT AUTHORITY: Department of Defense Regulation 6025.18-R and the Navy Regulations. To record personal data to support embarking onboard USS
CLEVELAND. NOTE: Records may be maintained in both electronic and/or paper form. PRINCIPAL PURPOSE: To gather necessary information to support embarkation of personnel
ISO Pacific Partnership 2011. ROUTINE USES: None. DISCLOSURE: Disclosure of this information is voluntary; however, failure to provide the requested information may impede,
delay or prevent further processing of this request.

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full Name: ___________________________ ___________________ __________________
Last First Middle
SSN: _____________________________ Citizenship: ______________________________
Sex: M F Blood Type: ________ Date of birth: __________________ Marital Status: Single Married
(MM/DD/YYYY)

Hair Color: ______________ Eye Color:_________________ Height:______________ Weight:_______________

Name of Organization: _____________________________ Supervisor’s Phone: _______________________
Supervisor’s Email: _______________________________ Personal Email: ______________________________________
(Yahoo/Hotmail)

Check in Date: _______________________ Projected Check-Out Date:

____________________________
(MM/DD/YYYY) (MM/DD/YYYY)

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Person to contact in case of Emergency: ________________________________________________________
Last, First

Relationship: ______________________ Home Phone: ______________________ Cell: _______________________

Home Address: _________________________________________________ City: ___________________________
State: __________ Zip Code: __________________ Country: ______________________________________
Email: ______________________________________
Alternate contact: ________________________________________ __________________________________
Last, First Phone

FOR PROVIDERS ONLY

Physician:
ANESTHESIOLOGIST DENTIST ER FAMILY PRACTICE OB/GYN

PEDIATRICIAN SURGEON INTERNAL ORTHOPHEDICS PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

OTHER: ________________________________

Nurse:
ER ICU WARD OR COMMUNITY HEALTH

FNP OTHER:_______________________

Technician Position:
DENTAL TECH MEDICAL TECH OPTOMETRY TECH PHYSICAL THERAPY TECH

RADIOLOGY TECH SURGICAL TECH OR TECH OTHER:____________________________

SPECIALTY:_________________________________________________ BOARD CERTIFICATION________________________________

LICENSE#:_________________________________ CREDENTIALS INFO: ______________________________ DEA#:______________________

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HEALTH STATEMENT:
I certify that I am of sound health and able to stand the physical rigors of embarking aboard a US Naval Vessel. I recognize that shipboard living is arduous,
involves considerable amounts of walking and climbing many flights of stairs and understand that it may be advisable for me to consult with my physicians prior to
embarkation and mandatory for check-in process with Navy Staff.
_____________________________________________ __________________________
Signature Date
EDITED 7 FEB 201

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 US MILITARY AND DOD PERSONNEL PRE-DEPLOYMENT TRAINING

In addition to annual General Military Training requirements, all personnel should

complete the following additional courses prior to reporting aboard. Bring a copy of the
completion certificates/BLS card with you when you report aboard the ship. Additional
training will be conducted during your orientation to the ship and added to your training
record. Required courses can be accessed through Navy Knowledge On-line at
https://wwwa.nko.navy.mil. Click on Navy-E-learning then ‘browse categories’ and enter
part of the subject name (Course ID is in parentheses). Proceed with enrollment once
required topic is found. Bring a copy of all certificates.

 DoD Information Assurance Awareness, Version 9 (DoD-IAA-V9.0)

 ATFP Level 1 Awareness Training for Service Members (OCONUS) (CANSF-ATFP-OCONUS-1.0)
 Trafficking in Persons (jkddc-tip-1)
 Level B – Code of Conduct (SERE 100) (found on the E-learning home page, scroll down
to the bottom)

The Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP) form is required to be completed for ALL DoD
personnel onboard USS CLEVELAND for PP11 within 6 months of travel. For all military and
civilians with access, ISOPREP forms will be submitted to Personnel Recovery Mission
Software (PRMS) System prior to reporting via their ISOPREP coordinator/PRMS manager. The
website is https://prmsglobal.prms.af.smil.mil and can be accessed on a SIPRnet computer.

Documentation of successful submission is required for training record such as a

memorandum from the command’s POMI officer/PRMS manager.

All documentation and questions can be sent to LTJG Eric Eriksen at eric.eriksen@navy.mil.

U.S. Military/DoD personnel/Military Contractors embarking at a port other than San Diego
or Pearl Harbor, the following additional requirements apply:

 AOR Location specific brief within 90 days of travel

 A completed individual anti-terrorism plan (long form required for embarking in Papua
New Guinea, https://iatp.pacom.mil )
 Review worldwide threat levels at https://iatp.pacom.mil/threat_matrix
 Review DOS Travel warnings, travel alerts, and country specific information document
for your destination. These can be found online at http://travel.state.gov/travel.
 Review OSAC Warden messages located online at http://www.osac.gov.
 Contact CDS-23 Force Protection Officer, LTJG Eric Ericksen at eric.eriksen@navy.mil
to provide itinerary and ensure that you have met all travel requirements.

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 PRE-DEPLOYMENT IMMUNIZATIONS/CHEMOPROPHYLAXIS
All DoD personnel reporting aboard USS CLEVELAND are required to be current on all
immunizations listed below. NGOs and Partner Nations personnel are required to follow the
regulations of their sponsoring organizations. Immunizations are the responsibility of
the member. The Medical Staff aboard USS CLEVELAND is NOT responsible for providing
immunizations to embarking personnel and does not maintain adequate immunization inventory
to do so. All military, Interagency and civilians must have the following immunizations
documented in the records before reporting aboard the CLEVELAND. All immunizations and
PHAs should be current through August 2011.

 Typhoid
 Hepatitis A series
 Hepatitis B series/TWINRIX (only for medical, Seabees, public affairs, advance teams
and security personnel)
 Tetanus-Diphtheria
 MMR
 IPV
 Influenza
 Meningococcal (MGC)
 Yellow Fever
 Varicella/Varicella Titer
 JEV (min 2 shots of 3 shot series)
 Rabies Vaccine (only for animal handlers and Seabees)
 Current HIV Test
 Current PPD Test: Personnel reporting to CLEVELAND from non-endemic Tb areas must
have either a recent (within 1 year) negative PPD or a normal X-ray. Documentation of
the negative PPD must be available for review. Personnel reporting to the CLEVELAND
from areas where Tb is endemic are required to have a chest X-ray in their possession
that demonstrates no evidence of active tuberculosis. The X-ray must have been
obtained within three months of boarding the ship.
 Current PHA (must not expire prior to August 2011)

USS CLEVELAND will provide malaria prophylaxis to USS CLEVELAND personnel only. Attached
U.S. Military, NGO and Partner Nation personnel will be required to provide their own. If
you are allergic to standard medications, please communicate this to your medical provider
and discuss whether you need to bring special medications specific to you. Any medication
allergy MUST be documented either in your Medical Record for DoD personnel or on the PP11
Civilian Medical/Dental Questionnaire.

 Doxycycline, 100mg tabs x 120 tabs OR Mefloquine, 250 mg tabs x 17 tabs.

CONTRAINDICATIONS TO MEFLOQUINE INCLUDE QUININE, QUINIDINE OR RELATED ALLERGY; NOT FOR
PROPHYLACTIC USE IN PATIENTS WITH PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS OR HISTORY OF DEPRESSION OR
SEIZURES; IF THEY SUFFER FROM SEVERE CARDIAC ARRYTHMIA OR ARE IN A CURRENT FLIGHT
STATUS.

AND

 Primaquine, 30 mg tabs x 14 tabs

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All embarked personnel are required to bring a personal supply of prescription and over-
the-counter medications to last the entire deployment period as refills may be difficult
to obtain while overseas.

 Permethrin. All uniforms and clothing for use ashore will be sprayed with
permethrin. For US Military personnel, all attempts shall be made to deploy to USS
CLEVELAND with your uniforms already sprayed. For NGO, PN and personnel unable to
spray prior to deployment, spraying will be conducted while inport Pearl Harbor.
PP11 CIVILIAN MANDATORY MEDICAL/DENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT AUTHORITY: Department of Defense Regulation 6025.18-R and the Navy Regulations. To record medical data to be used to screen potential underway
guests onboard USS CLEVELAND and to assist in providing appropriate medical response if medical services are needed. NOTE: Records may be maintained in both electronic and/or
paper form. PRINCIPAL PURPOSE: Screen riders for health risk. ROUTINE USES: None. DISCLOSURE: Disclosure of this information is voluntary; however, failure to provide the
requested information may impede, delay or prevent further processing of this request.

Name:(Last)_____________(First)______________(Middle)____________JR/SR/III
1. HAVE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING? (CIRCLE YES OR NO)
YES NO SHORTNESS OF BREATH YES NO HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
YES NO SEIZURES YES NO CHRONIC BONE AND/OR JOINT PAIN
YES NO WHEEZING/ASTHMA YES NO STROKE
YES NO DEPRESSION YES NO SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTIONS
YES NO CHEST PAIN YES NO DIABETES REQUIRING INSULIN
YES NO ANXIETY ATTACKS YES NO KIDNEY STONES
2. Do you have any other medical conditions that our medical department should be made aware of?
YES NO (IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN ON REVERSE SIDE OF PAGE)

3. THE NEXT FOUR QUESTIONS REFER TO HARDSHIPS THAT YOU MAY FACE WHILE ONBOARD
3a. The ship has steep and narrow stairs to travel from one floor to another. Would you have to stop due to chest
pain, shortness of breath or leg pain? YES NO
3b. To maintain air conditioning boundaries, you may have to crawl through scuttles (man holes) to get from
one floor to another. Is your waist greater than 50 inches? YES NO
3c. Are you susceptible to motion sickness? YES NO
3d. Are you claustrophobic? YES NO
4. Do you have any drug or food allergies? YES NO (IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN)

5. Do you require a special diet? YES NO (IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN)

6. Are you currently under a medical or dental physician’s care? YES NO (IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN)

7. WHAT MEDICATIONS DO YOU TAKE AND HOW OFTEN?

MEDICATION DOSAGE FREQUENCY INDICATION

8. You are responsible to bring a 5 month supply of all your prescription and/or over the counter medications.
Initial here:_____________
9. Do you have any pre-existing or current dental issues such as orthodontic treatment, impacted wisdom teeth,
cavities, infections, etc.? YES NO (IF YES, PLEASE
EXPLAIN) .
10. When was your last dental exam? (Highly recommend within the last year)
11. IF YOU ANSWERED “YES” TO ANY QUESTIONS IN NUMBER 1, 2, 3 or 9 OR YOU HAVE NOT
HAD A DENTAL EXAM IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS, OBTAIN A LETTER FROM YOUR MEDICAL OR
DENTAL PROVIDER. (SEE EXAMPLES PROVIDED)

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12. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST
OF MY KNOWLEDGE. YES NO
HEALTH STATEMENT: I certify that I am of sound health and able to stand the physical rigors of embarking aboard a US Naval Vessel. I recognize that
shipboard living is arduous, involves considerable amounts of walking and climbing many flights of stairs or ladders and understand that it may be advisable for
me to consult with my physicians prior to embarkation and/or during the deployment.

____________________________________________________________________________ __________________________
SIGNATURE OF EMBARKING VOLUNTEER Date
LETTER FOR CIVILIAN PARTICIPANT’S MEDICAL PROVIDER

Dear Doctor,

Your patient,___________________________, has requested to participate in PACIFIC

PARTNERSHIP 2011, which consists of spending up to 5 months onboard a U.S. Navy ship. Navy ships are a
challenging and potentially dangerous environment with steel decks, trip hazards, powerful radars, potential
hazardous fumes, and loud noises. Vertical ladders between multiple levels will have to be climbed throughout
the day. It may be hot and humid without air conditioning. In short, conditions are very unlike those found on a
cruise ship.

It is our goal to allow maximum participation in PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2011. However, individual
patient safety is our primary concern and your input is critical to help us decide if your patient can participate
without risking their health. A helicopter evacuation in case of a medical emergency is a dangerous evolution
for both patient and aircrew.

Please list all of your patient’s medical problems. You must comment on stability of conditions and
include details about any hospitalizations or ER visits within the past 2 yrs, you must provide details of those
events; failure to provide this information will result in your patient’s disqualification to participate. Use
reverse side of this page if you need more space.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________

Please list all of your patient’s medications and information about any recent dosage change:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________

PATIENTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN SUPPLY OF MEDICATIONS. Please provide the necessary
prescriptions for your patient.

Do you feel your patient may safely embark a US Naval Ship and participate in PP-11? YES_____NO_____

Signature:______________________________

Physician Stamp or Printed Name:_____________________________

City___________________________________State______________

If you have any questions, you may contact the PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2011 Civil-Military Liaison Officer,

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Ms. Nutan Patel (nutan.patel@navy.mil). Additionally, we may need to contact you to discuss your
patient’s request. You must provide a phone number where our physician may contact you directly. Phone
numbers that connect to a central automated answering menu are not acceptable. Please provide your direct
physician-to-physician number below.
(______) _______________________

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 LETTER FOR CIVILIAN PARTICIPANT’S DENTAL PROVIDER

Dear Doctor,

Your patient,___________________________, has requested to participate in PACIFIC

PARTNERSHIP 2011, which consists of spending up to 5 months onboard a U.S. Navy ship. Navy ships are a
challenging and potentially dangerous environment with steel decks, trip hazards, powerful radars, and loud
noises. Vertical ladders between multiple levels will have to be climbed throughout the day. It may be hot and
humid without air conditioning. In short, conditions are very unlike those found on a cruise ship.

It is our goal to allow maximum participation in PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2011. However, individual
patient safety is our primary concern and your input is critical to help us decide if your patient can participate
without risking their health. A helicopter evacuation in case of a medical and/or dental emergency is a
dangerous evolution for both patient and aircrew.

Please list all of your patient’s dental issues or concerns. You must comment on stability of conditions
and include details about any dental health issues or ER visits within the past 2 yrs, you must provide details of
those events; failure to provide this information will result in your patient’s disqualification to participate. Use
reverse side of this page if you need more space.
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________

Please list all of your patient’s medications and information about any recent dosage change:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________

PATIENTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN 5 MONTH SUPPLY OF MEDICATIONS. Please provide the
necessary prescriptions for your patient.

Do you feel your patient may safely embark a US Naval Ship and participate in PP-11? YES_____NO_____

Signature:______________________________

Physician Stamp or Printed Name:_____________________________

City___________________________________State______________

If you have any questions, you may contact the PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP 2011 Civil-military Liaison Officer,
Ms. Nutan Patel (nutan.patel@navy.mil). Additionally, we may need to contact you to discuss your
patient’s request. You must provide a phone number where our physician may contact you directly. Phone
numbers that connect to a central automated answering menu are not acceptable. Please provide your direct
physician-to-physician number below.
(______) _______________________

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 REQUIRED RECORDS/REPORTS
U.S. MILITARY/DoD personnel/Contractor REQUIREMENTS
 Valid Military/USPHS Identification Card current through deployment
 PP11 U.S. Military/USPHS Embarkation Form
 Isolated Personnel Report (ISOPREP) submitted to Personnel Recovery Mission
Software System prior to embarking
 DoD Information Assurance Awareness Version 9, Antiterrorism (AT), Trafficking
In Persons Training (TIP), Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) 100
Code of Conduct/Level B Training Certificates (See page 6 for further details.)
 Government Travel Card (Activated)
 U.S. Passport (official no-fee government passport OR tourist passport is required)
Military only:
Pay and Personnel Records. The duration of the deployment necessitates that each embarking
crewmember report with all the records necessary to affect pay and personnel transactions
(advancement exams, promotions, training, special pays and other entitlements, emergency
leave, TAD, reenlistments, evaluations, fitness reports, awards, etc.). The following
checklist identifies the minimum records that must be hand carried with service members
when reporting aboard.
 Service Record:
o Page 2 or DD Form 93
o SGLI
o Last 3 FitReps/ChiefEvals/Evals
o Copy of most recent enlistment contract
o Relevant Printouts from Electronic Service Record
 Family Care Plan (for single parents or dual-military personnel only)

 Abbreviated Medical Record, to include at minimum:

 Completed DD Form 2766 with the following annotated:
o Date completed Pre-Deployment Health Assessment (PDHA)
o Blood type and RH factor
o HIV Test
o G6PD
o Sickle Cell
o DNA completed
o Medication Allergies/Allergies
o Current medications (bring 5 month supply)
o Special Duty Qualifications
o Corrective Lens prescription (bring two pairs of glasses)
o Summary Sheet of current and past medical and surgical problems
o Immunizations
 Completed DD Form 2795, PDHA
 Dental Record
 Immunization Record (PHS Form 731)
 SAMS Data Disk, if applicable

Enlisted Advancement Exam information: Parent Commands should ensure that any individual
eligible to participate in the March 2011 Navy-wide advancement examination has an
individual plan for how they will participate in the exam. Exams may be forwarded to USS
CLEVELAND ESO via registered mail. A completed worksheet MUST accompany the exams. In
addition, it is recommended that the service member travel with a copy of their worksheet.
For further information, contact PSC Reynoso at edgar.reynoso@lpd7.navy.mil. Mail exams
to:

COMMANDING OFFICER
ATTN PSC REYNOSO-COMMAND ESO
USS CLEVELAND (LPD 7)

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The following items should be verified up to date prior to individual reporting aboard
CLEVELAND.
 Update myPay account via https://mypay.dfas.mil
 Update address information at DMDC via https://www.dmdc.osd.mil

US MILITARY Healthcare Providers only:

 Copy of medical school diploma (Physicians only)
 Copy of qualifying degree (non-physician provider, i.e. pharmacist, PAs,
nurse practitioners, etc.)
 Abbreviated Credentials File (Interfacility Credentials Transfer Briefs-ICTBs)
o Parent commands should suppress appendix Q function for the ICTBs
 Copy of curriculum vitae
 Copy of Residency Training Certificate
 Copy of current medical or RN license including specialty certification
 2 copies of the passport-size pictures

Completed clinical staff documents may be scanned and emailed to Ms. Barbara Beinbrink
at barbara.beinbrink@navy.mil or faxed to 619-437-2700. If sending by mail, use address
below. Contact Ms. Beinbrink at 619-437-2860 if you have any questions.

CREDENTIALS FOR PP-11 PLEASE SEND DOCUMENTS ASAP FOR

ATTN: BARBARA BEINBRINK SUBMISSION AND APPROVAL, BUT NO
2841 RENDOVA ROAD LATER THAN 7 MARCH 2011.
SAN DIEGO CA 92155

Optional but strongly encouraged for all US Military:

 Copy of Birth certificate
 Another Identification card current through deployment (driver’s license)
 Updated Will and/or Power of Attorney left with Next of Kin prior to deployment

Health/Dental Records. Routine and emergent healthcare needs for crewmembers can be met
onboard CLEVELAND. However, due to the limited pharmaceutical formulary on board, in
addition to the records listed below, personnel on long-term or maintenance medications
MUST BRING WITH THEM a sufficient supply of these drugs to last through the duration of
the deployment.

NGOs and Partner Nation Participants only:

 Copy of curriculum vitae
 License(s); any other documentation for credentialing
 Documentation of Board Certification
 Copy of medical school diploma (Physicians only)
 Copy of qualifying degree (non-physician provider, i.e. pharmacist, PAs,
nurse practitioners, etc.)
 Attestation letter from current privileging authority (employing agency) stating
provider's authorized scope of practice
 Copy of Passport
 Flight Itinerary
 Country visas, as necessary, for countries you plan to enter/exit mission
 Partner nation Military ID

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Completed clinical staff documents may be scanned and emailed to Mr. Dean Tano at
dean.tano@navy.mil (please cc Ms. Nutan Patel at nutan.patel@navy.mil) or faxed to 808-
474-7806. If sending by mail, use address below. Contact Mr. Dean Tano at 808-471-
2463 if you have any questions.

CREDENTIALS FOR PP-11 PLEASE SEND DOCUMENTS ASAP FOR

ATTN: DEAN TANO SUBMISSION AND APPROVAL, BUT NO
COMMANDER US PACIFIC FLEET (NO1H) LATER THAN 40 DAYS PRIOR TO
250 MAKALAPA DRIVE REPORTING ABOARD.
PEARL HARBOR HI 96860

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 WHAT TO PACK
NOTE:

FEMALE SERVICE MEMBERS MUST BRING TROUSERS FOR ALL UNIFORMS. MOST RECEPTIONS WILL
TAKE PLACE ONBOARD CLEVELAND, AND THE WEARING OF SKIRTS OR DRESS SHOES (PUMPS/HEELS)
IS NOT AUTHORIZED ABOARD SHIP.

THERE WILL BE LIMITED UNIFORM ITEMS IN THE SHIP’S STORE.

NON-U.S. NAVY MILITARY PERSONNEL SHOULD BRING UNIFORM EQUIVALENT SPECIFIED. NGO
PERSONNEL SHOULD BRING AT LEAST TWO PAIR OF SLACKS (SKIRTS ARE STRONGLY DISCOURAGED
FOR FEMALES), SHORT-SLEEVE, COLLARED SHIRT AND CLOSED-TOE SHOES.

REQUIRED UNIFORMS/ITEMS
** Denotes acceptable civilian equivalent
 Sea bag, soft duffel
 Service Dress Blues, all active duty
 Full Dress Whites w/ Full Sized Medals (Staff Only)
 Summer Whites (E7/above) or Service Dress Whites (E6/below)
 Service Khakis, E7/above (1 set)
 Navy Working Uniforms, All Hands (4 complete sets with nametapes)
 OPTIONAL FOR WEAR AFLOAT- Coveralls, Blue (2-3 sets) with embroidered insignia and
nametapes
 Camouflage uniform, woodland pattern for Security and Seabee Details
 Appropriate Collar devices, Ribbons, Warfare devices and nametag
 **Slacks/Khaki pants, polo/button-up collared shirt. Women can wear dresses below
the knee or slacks (flat shoes, no heels) and modest blouses (no spaghetti straps)
 Uniform Covers: Combination cover for Dress Uniforms; garrison cover with insignia;
NWU cover; Navy Ball Cap, only needed if wearing coveralls
(CLEVELAND ball caps will be available in the ships store for wear with coveralls)
 Neckerchiefs, E6/below
 Neckties, E7/above
 White and Blue Undershirt, All Hands (5 blue/2 white shirts)
 Uniform Belts with buckle: white, black, khaki
 Underwear (7 pairs)
 Black Boot Socks, All Hands (7 pairs)
 Black Dress Socks, All Hands (2 pairs)
 White Dress Socks, E7/above (2 pairs)
 Dress shoes, black, All Hands
 Dress shoes, white, E7/above
 **Jeans/Khakis, T-shirt or better
 Steel-Toed Boots
 **Close-toed sturdy shoes
 Combat Boots for camouflage, if required to wear
 Flight Suits (only authorized for personnel in a flying status when required)
 Checkbook/credit card/cash. (ATM Machines are not available and credit cards are not
accepted on USS CLEVELAND)

RECOMMENDED ITEMS
 Uniform Jackets with appropriate devices
 **Jacket or sweater
 Windbreaker
 Additional Uniform Blue Undershirts/Underwear/Socks/Headwear/Boots
 Rain Gear (Poncho/Parka)
 Laundry Bags (Mesh Nets) with Safety Pins (2 bags)
 Shower Shoes

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 Bath Towels (2)
 Face Towels (2)
 Padlocks (2)
 Medications, if any
 Long pants and collared shirts are required in many liberty ports. Slacks are
recommended.
 Pajamas/sleepwear
 Bathrobe or PT gear to go to the showers
 1 pair of khaki pants and collared shirt for potential COMSERVS
 Physical fitness clothes/workout gloves (shirts must have sleeves)
 Providers: Several white lab coats for MEDCAP participation.
 Backpack/Daypack with hydration device or sports bottle
 Alarm Clock, Battery-Powered (limited/no power outlets at racks)
 Flashlight
 Extra Batteries for electronic devices
 Extra pair eyeglasses/contact lens
 Hygiene Kit, i.e. toiletries, toothbrush/paste, dental floss, razor, shaving cream,
soap, deodorant, shampoo, wipes, sanitizer, nail clipper, etc.)
 Lotion
 Baby Wipes/Towelettes
 Foot Powder
 Lip Balm
 Extra Feather Pillow/Bed Sheets/Blanket or light sleeping bag (cotton/wool only)
 Earplugs
 Zip Lock bags
 Detergents
 Hiking Boots
 Sun Block SPF30 or higher
 Insect Repellant lotion or spray if sensitive to DEET
 Work gloves
 Baseball Cap or Hat
 Sunglasses

NICE TO HAVE ITEMS

 Camera with extra film or memory card

 IPOD/MP3 Player
 Small Musical Instrument that will fit in your personal locker
 Study Materials

WHAT NOT TO PACK

 Alcohol
 Haircutting Tools
 Personal Weapons or Firearms (With the exception of Leatherman-type folding pocket
tools having blades 4” or less in length. No fixed blade knives allowed.)
 Personal electronic devices that are not UL approved, damaged or have been altered.
 Pornography
 Hard suitcases

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 Captain Jesse A. Wilson Jr.
United States Navy

Captain Jesse Wilson was born in Norfolk,

Virginia, and was raised in California, Maryland.
The son of a retired Master Chief, he received a
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics from the
United States Naval Academy in May 1986.
During his initial sea tour aboard USS REASONER
(FF 1063), he served as the Main Propulsion Assistant
and Combat Information Center Officer from January
1987 to August 1989. As a Department Head, he served
as Engineer Officer aboard USS ANTRIM (FFG 20) from
June 1992 to November 1993. As a second department
head tour, he served as Space Examiner in the gas
turbine branch of CINCLANTFLT’s Propulsion Examining
Board from November 1993 to November 1995. During his
follow-on sea tour, he served as the Executive
Officer aboard USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) from April
1999 to July 2000. CAPT Wilson’s first command was
serving as the sixth Commanding Officer of USS
HIGGINS (DDG-76) from November 2004 to November 2006, where he led HIGGINS during
a six-month Western Pacific deployment with the USS NIMITZ Carrier Strike Group
as part of OPERATIONS IRAQI FREEDOM and ENDURING FREEDOM. Most recently he served
as Sea Combat Commander for the USS NIMITZ Carrier Strike Group during the 2009-
2010 Western Pacific deployment. In December 2010, he assumed command of
Destroyer Squadron 23. He is also currently the Mission Commander for Pacific
Partnership 2011, COMPACFLT’s annual humanitarian and civil assistance mission to
Southeast Asia and Oceania.
Ashore, CAPT Wilson was assigned to the U.S. Naval Academy from December 1995
to November 1998 where he served as the Twenty-Seventh Company Officer. From June
2001 to June 2004, he served at the Pentagon on the Joint Staff, J8-Force
Structure, Resources, and Assessments Division as a joint warfighting analyst.
During his most recent tour at the Pentagon, he was assigned to the Campaign
Analysis Branch of OPNAV N81 Assessment Division before transferring to serve two
Chiefs of Naval Operations as the Deputy Executive Assistant.

CAPT Wilson attended the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California,
receiving a Master’s of Science Degree in Operations Research in 1991. He is also
a graduate of the Naval War College, where he received a Master’s of Arts Degree
in National Security and Strategic Studies in June 2001. Additionally, in 2007-
2008 he was a Massachusetts Institute of Technology Seminar XXI Fellow and is a
graduate of the Navy Corporate Business Course at UVA-Darden. His personal awards
include the Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious
Service Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with four gold Stars,
Joint Service Achievement Medal, and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
with one gold star.

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 Captain S. Robert Roth
United States Navy

Captain S. Robert Roth was born in Summit, New

Jersey. He graduated from Lafayette College in Easton,
Pennsylvania, receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil
Engineering in 1982. He earned a Masters’ Degree in
Business Administration from the Florida Institute of
Technology in 1999.
He earned his commission from Aviation Officer
Candidate School, Pensacola, Florida, in 1986. After
earning his wings, he served as a flight instructor
with VT-25 for two years in Beeville, Texas. He
completed his FA-18 Hornet initial training at VMFAT-
101, Marine Corps Air Station, El Toro, Calif.
His first sea duty was with the “Privateers” of
VFA-132 as the Aircraft Division Officer, and
Assistant Operations Officer. In 1992, he joined the
“Golden Warriors” of VFA-87 and served as the NATOPS
Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, and air wing-
qualified Landing Signals Officer. CAPT Roth completed deployments on USS
FORRESTAL (CV 59) and USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71) and participated in
Operations PROVIDE COMFORT and DENY FLIGHT. From 1994-1997, CAPT Roth attended
U.S. Naval Test Pilot School and served in a follow on assignment as an Ordnance
Test Pilot at Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Md.
In 1997, CAPT Roth transferred to the “Knighthawks” of VFA-136 where he
performed department head duties in administration, maintenance, and operations
while deployed aboard USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74). CAPT Roth then attended the
U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island, where he received his Master’s
Degree in National Security and Strategic Studies, graduating with highest
distinction.
CAPT Roth was assigned to Commander Naval Air Forces, Atlantic, as a flag
aide from 1999 to 2000. He then joined the VFA-34 “Blue Blasters” in 2001 and
served as executive officer and commanding officer. The squadron deployed in
support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM onboard USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73).
After attending the Joint Forces Staff College, CAPT Roth joined U.S. Joint
Forces Command and served as an observer trainer, participating in several
combatant command exercises and headquarters assistance visits including Multi-
National Force Iraq, Baghdad and Joint Task Force Horn of Africa, Djibouti. He
completed nuclear propulsion training in December 2007 and reported to USS GEORGE
H.W. BUSH (CVN 77) where he served as Executive Officer from March 2008 to April
2010. In July 2010, he assumed command of USS CLEVELAND (LPD 7).
CAPT Roth has flown more than 3,500 flight hours and has logged more than 800
carrier landings. His awards include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal,
three Meritorious Service Medals, two Strike Flight Medals, three Navy and Marine
Corps Commendation Medals, two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, and
several Unit and Campaign Awards.

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 Commander Steven E. Gabele
United States Navy

A native of Chino, California, Commander Steven E.

Gabele received his Bachelor of Arts degree in biology
from the University of California, Riverside in 1978
and his Physician’s and Surgeon’s degree from the
Autonomous University of Guadalajara, Mexico in 1982.
He completed his internship at Loyola University,
Chicago at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston,
Illinois, followed by a residency in family practice
medicine at the University of Illinois College of
Medicine in Rockford, Illinois in 1987.
CDR Gabele then went into private practice in
Hollister, California from 1987 to 1999, where he
served on multiple committees to include Chief of
Staff of the local hospital.
CDR Gabele initially served in the Navy from 1969
to 1974 as an aviation storekeeper, during which he
served in the Gulf of Tonkin, aboard USS MIDWAY (CVA
41).
In 1999, he received his commission as a
Lieutenant Commander in the United States Navy. His
service as an officer began with Primary Care Group, Naval Training Center and
Military Health Center at Naval Medical Center, San Diego, California.
In June, 2000 he served as a medical officer with Fleet Surgical Team One,
which included deployments on USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6) and USS TARAWA (LHA
1). In August 2002 he was assigned to USS TARAWA (LHA 1) as the senior medical
officer. In September 2004 he served at the senior medical officer at the
TriCare Outpatient Clinic in Chula Vista, Calif, as well as acting department
head for Operational Forces Medical Liaison at NMCSD.
In February 2006 he served as the officer in charge of Shock Trauma Platoon,
Charlie Surgical Company, Marine Logistics Group 1 in Camp Fallujah, Iraq.
Upon returning to San Diego, he took over as the department head of the Branch
Medical Clinic, Naval Base.
In September 2008 he attained his current position as officer-in-charge of Fleet
Surgical Team NINE, COMPHIBRON SEVEN, on board USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6),
which has to date included a Western Pacific deployment, Dawn Blitz and RIMPAC
exercises. He also currently serves as the EXPEDITIONARY STRIKE GROUP 3 Surgeon.
CDR Gabele is a Board-Certified family physician, a fellow of the American
Board of Family Practice, and licensed to practice in California.
Past memberships have included the Illinois Academy of Family Physicians,
American Medical Association, representative to the California Medical
Association, and he is currently a member of the Uniformed Services Academy of
Family Physicians.
His personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy and
Marine Corps Commendation Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal in
addition to having earned the Surface Warfare Medical Officer and the Fleet
Marine Force Officer qualifications.

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 ORIGINS OF PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP
The Navy’s response to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and the widespread
goodwill and cooperation that resulted formed the genesis of PACIFIC
PARTNERSHIP’s mission to proactively deliver humanitarian assistance from
the sea. Following the tsunami response, the civilian leadership of our
country recognized the vital importance of the U.S. military working with
partner nations in time of calm in order to better respond during time of
crisis.

“There was close interaction between U.S. and foreign militaries during
the crisis, and foreign militaries played a vital role in providing relief
to the people of the region. In that light, it is worth reviewing U.S.
capacity to interact with military forces in response to a humanitarian
crisis, and to explore ways the U.S. can increase our training and
capacity building assistance to foreign militaries for such operations”.
Alan Larson, Under Secretary for Economic, Business and Agricultural
Affairs U.S. DoS Testimony [before the Foreign Relations Committee U.S.
Senate On the Response of the U.S. Government and the International System
to the Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunamis Washington, DC February 10,
2005]

“Our early relief efforts in Indonesia would have been somewhat more
effective if we had more experience working with the Indonesian military”
Dr. Paul Wolfowitz, Deputy Secretary of Defense [before the Foreign
Relations Committee U.S. Senate February 10, 2005]

Pacific Partnership is an annual U.S. Pacific Fleet-sponsored training and

readiness mission. This mission works by, with, and through Host and
Partner Nations, Non-Governmental Organizations and other U.S. Government
Agencies to conduct a variety of humanitarian civic action activities in
the Pacific Fleet area of responsibility in order to:

– Support Global and Regional Core Partners

– Build sustainable partner capacity to provide essential services
and to mitigate, prevent and respond to all hazards.
– Build and expand alliances, partnerships and HADR networks

Each new year, Pacific Partnership builds successively on the previous

year’s missions, observing lessons learned and striving to increase
interoperability and mutual understanding with our partners while striving
strengthening relationships throughout the region.

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 COMDESRON TWENTY-THREE HISTORY

The "Little Beaver" Destroyer Squadron 23 was activated 11 May 1943, when Captain M.J. Gilliam assumed command at the Boston
Navy Yard. Of the original vessels of the squadron, only Foote (DD-511), Charles Ausburne (DD-570), and Spence (DD-512), were
present. The remainder of the squadron, Aulick (DD-569), Claxton (DD-571), Dyson (DD-572), Converse (DD-509) and Thatcher (DD-
514), were operating on detached duty as they had been since late December 1942 when most of them had completed their initial
training.

In late May, COMDESRON 23 sailed for the Pacific to join other vessels of the squadron which had preceded him. On 2 June 1943, he
reported for duty to Commander in Chief, Pacific at Balboa, and sailed for Noumea. Here on 29 June, Destroyer Squadron 23 became
part of Admiral William F. HALSEY'S 'Hit hard, hit fast, hit often!' THIRD Fleet, which had been formed 15 March 1943. Less Aulick,
temporarily out of action after running aground in poorly charted waters, Destroyer Squadron 23 assumed duty on patrol and escort in
the Southwest Pacific, calling at Efate, Noumea, Guadalcanal, and Espiritu Santo. From August 1943, the squadron's operations were
concentrated in the Guadalcanal area. As the Battle for Guadalcanal raged, the squadron escorted precious men and material to the
island, and sortied up the infamous "Slot" in the efforts to break up Japanese attacks and efforts to reinforce the island.

Destroyer Squadron 23 won its great fame, and a Presidential Unit Citation, under its second commander, who broke his flag 23
October 1943. This was Captain Arleigh A. Burke. A firm believer in the "attack-attack-attack" school of destroyer tactics, Admiral Burke
led his squadron into action in the Bougainville operations when on the night of 1 November 1943, the squadron bombarded the Buka-
Bonis area and proceeded to cover the landings at Empress Augusta Bay. Here Japanese surface and air forces precipitated the Battle
of Empress Augusta Bay, first of the actions for which Destroyer Squadron 23 was cited. In this battle, Foote and Thatcher were
heavily damaged by the enemy, and put out of action for the remainder of the Solomons Islands Campaign.

Destroyer Squadron 23 continued to cover the movement of forces into the Empress Augusta Bay region, fighting off Japanese air
attacks, attacking Japanese vessels, bombarding Buka and Bonis once again. On 24 November 1943, came the Battle of Cape St.
George where the squadron took on six enemy destroyers. In what has been described by tacticians as the "near perfect surface
actions, the 'Little Beavers' sank four enemy destroyers, and damaged two, one badly, without injury to themselves. In this action,
Admiral Burke gave the squadron its name, and soon after, an appropriate squadron insignia was designed by Fred Harmon, creator of
the "Red Ryder" comic strip.

The "Little Beavers" added even more glory to their name through
the remainder of the Bougainville operations, at Green Island,
Rabaul, Kavieng, and Truk. During the period 1 November 1943 to
23 February 1944, for which the Presidential Unit Citation was
awarded, the Squadron participated in 22 separate engagements,
and reduced the Japanese Navy by one cruiser, nine destroyers, one
submarine, and several smaller ships sunk and destroyed
approximately 30 aircraft. In addition, a number of other surface
and aircraft were damaged, and great damage inflicted in shore
bombardment actions.

On 27 March 1944, Admiral Burke was relieved by Commander R.W.

Cavenagh, who had temporary command of the Squadron until 8
April 1944, when Captain T.B. Dugan assumed command.

Destroyer Squadron 23's operations in the Pacific continued through

the Liberation of the Philippines, where Spence was lost in a
typhoon 18 December 1944. Months of action off Okinawa saw the
Squadron distinguish itself on patrol and radar-picket duties. Here,
on 12 April 1945, Stanly was badly damaged by a piloted bomb. At Okinawa, Captain Dugan was relieved on 26 July 1945 by Captain
H.H. McIlheny, who had temporary command until 13 August 1945, when Captain W.C. Ford reported as Commander Destroyer
Squadron 23.

The veterans of Destroyer Squadron 23 returned to the United States in the fall of 1945 and on 19 October were met at the
Washington Navy Yard by Admiral Burke and Secretary of the Navy James Forrestal, who presented the Presidential Unit Citation to the
Squadron. In February 1946, the Squadron was inactivated and the ships placed in mothballs at Charleston, South Carolina.

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On April 4, 1956, the Squadron was reactivated under the command of Captain E.K. Wakefield, USN, with the following ships as
Destroyer division 231: USS Picking (DD-685) Flagship, USS Potter (DD-538) USS Preston (DD-795), and the USS Irwin (DD-794). On
17 June 1958 DesDiv 232, formerly DesDiv 92, was redesignated and joined DesDiv 231 in Long Beach to complete the new Destroyer
Squadron 23. DesDiv 232 consisted of USS Maddox (DD-731), Flagship USS Herbert J. Thomas (DDR-833), USS Brush (DD-745), and
USS Samuel N. Moore (DD-747), commanded by H.W. Baker, CAPT, USN. In May 1956 the USS Irwin was replaced by the USS
Fechteler (DDR-870).

Destroyer Division 231 was deployed to Western Pacific on 5 June 1956. This tour included operations under Seventh Fleet until
November. While with Seventh Fleet DesDiv 231 participated in several Task Force Operations and was a part of the Taiwan Patrol.
During this stay she visited ports in Japan, Philippines, Hong Kong and Taiwan. On 18 November 1956 she returned to her home port
in Long Beach.

On 8 July 1956 Destroyer Division 232 completed their Underway Training and on 16 August 1956 DesDiv 232 departed for a tour of
duty in WestPac. Some of the ports included during this tour were Pearl Harbor, Yokosuka, Kobe, Sasebo and Buckner Bay, Okinawa.
Also included in this tour was three months on the Formosan Patrol.

DesDiv 232 arrived back in Long Beach on 17 February 1957. Commander Destroyer Division 232 during this period was Captain H.W.
BAKER, USN, who was relieved by Captain
C.B. CARROLL, USN, in March 1957.

The Squadron was rededicated as the

"Little Beavers" on 12 December 1956 by
Rear Admiral Chester WOOD, USN,
Commander Cruiser Destroyer Force, U.S.
Pacific Fleet in ceremonies at Long Beach,
and on behalf of Admiral Burke the original
oil painting of "The Little Beaver" was
presented to the Squadron.

Captain H.D. Sturr, USN, relieved Captain

Wakefield as Squadron Commander in April
1957. The Squadron remained in the United
States for about eight months and departed
for another Western Pacific tour in August
1957. Destroyer Division 231 enjoyed a
good will tour of the South Pacific and New
Zealand during this period. Destroyer
Division 232's tour took them to Australia
with the exception of the Moore which
remained in Pearl Harbor for repairs, also
included in the tour were operations in the
Philippine Islands and in port at Subic Bay,
Kobe, and Honshu. Hold-down Exercises
were conducted during this period. Other
operations during this tour included for
DesDiv 232 Formosan Patrol and exercises conducted with the Chinese Nationalist Navy. DesDiv 231 returned to Long Beach on 24
January 1958 and DesDiv 232 returned on 1 March 1958. The Squadron then underwent shipyard overhaul and Refresher Training.

In April 1958 Captain Sturr was relieved as Commander Destroyer Squadron 23 by Captain J.E. Smith, USN and Captain S.L. Johnson,
USN, relieved Captain Carroll as Commander Destroyer Division 232. In June 1958 the USS Potter was decommissioned without
replacement and in October 1958 the Squadron departed for WestPac. DesDiv 232's tour included Operations off the coast of Japan
and conducting of ASWEX with the Japanese self-defense Forces. Further operations were conducted off the coast of the Philippine
Islands, Okinawa and Formosa. On 7 April 1959 DesDiv 232 departed for Long Beach via Pearl Harbor, and Midway conducting
operations and type training enroute, arriving in Long Beach on 22 April 1959. DesDiv 231's tour included visits to Japan, the
Philippines, Korea, and Hong Kong, returning to the United States on 27 March 1959. On it's arrival DesDiv 231 was joined by the USS
Edson (DD-946), one of the latest type general purpose destroyer to join the fleet. The Squadron Flag was shifted to the Edson on 4
May 1959.

Captain T.H. Morton, USN relieved Captain Smith as Squadron Commander in May 1959. and Commander E.M. Glenn, USN relieved
Captain Johnson as Commander Destroyer Division 232. During July 1959 DesDiv 232 participated in "WINGOVER" replenishment
exercise and FLEET REVIEW San Francisco. On 1 August 1959 DesDiv 232 was designated a part of "Semi Permanent HUK Group
ALFA". During August 1959 the Squadron participated in ADEX, SLAMEX Exercises and SEAFAIR Pagent in Seattle, Washington. For the
remaining four months of 1959 the Squadron participated in local operations along the coast of California.

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The Squadron departed Long Beach, California on 5 January for a tour of duty in WestPac. At Pearl Harbor the Squadron separated
leaving DesDiv 232 in Pearl Harbor to conduct Anti-Submarine Exercises.

DesDiv 231 arrived at Guam where on 1 February 1960 Captain T.D. Cunningham, USN relieved Captain T.H. Morton as Commander
Destroyer Squadron 23. The Division proceeded to the Formosa Straits for patrol. After completion of this duty and a week in Hong
Kong, the Division then rendezvoused with other units of the Seventh Fleet for amphibious exercise, BLUE STAR. Following this
operation the Division had availability in Yokosuka, Japan, and was then assigned duty with the USS Ranger (CVA-61). When the
Division departed from the USS Ranger it set sail for CONUS. On 31 May 1960 the Division returned to Long Beach, California. On 13
July 1960 Captain J.L. Kelley, Jr., USN, relieved Captain T.D. Cunningham as Commander Destroyer Squadron 23. Following a long
period of major overhaul in the Long Beach Naval Shipyard, which was completed late in October 1960, the Division began Refresher
Training. This Training was completed on 20 January 1961.

Following the departure of the first Division, the second Division began operations in MIDPAC with the USS Yorktown (CVS-10). On 18
February 1960 Commander B.A. Lienhard, USN relieved Captain E.M. Glenn as Commander Destroyer Division 232. The Division
departed from Pearl Harbor on 23 February with the Yorktown enroute to Yokosuka, Japan. During the month of March the Division
conducted extensive exercises. In April the Division took part in operation "BLUE STAR" and on the 28th of April began participation in
Operation SEALION. Operation "SEALION" came to a close on 11 May and the Division returned to Buckner Bay. The 15th of June the
Brush and Preston put to sea to become a part of the unit forming a communication link for the President's flight from Korea to Hawaii
On the 26th of June the Division, with Yorktown, went to sea. In July the Division returned to Yokosuka to make final preparations for
departure from the WestPac area. They then returned to Long Beach on the 28th of July for a thirty day period of "rest and recreation"
during the month of August. In September the Division, less the Maddox, undertook local operations and type training off the coast of
California. In October the Division began overhaul period in Long Beach Naval Shipyard, for a three month period thru December.

Destroyer Division 231, upon completion of Refresher Training participated in local operations along the coast of California. Included in
this Operating period were: operations "Greenlight" and "Tailwind". Beginning 7 June the Division spent four days visiting Portland,
Oregon, for the Rose Festival. On 21 June 1961 Captain J. L. Kelley, Jr., USN, was relieved by Captain F. E. McEntire Jr., USN, as
Commander of Destroyer Squadron 23. The Division departed Long Beach, California on 11 August 1961 for a tour of duty in the
Western Pacific. Upon departure from Pearl Harbor, Destroyer Division 231 became part of the largest Task Force to sail in the Pacific
since the Korean action. The task force consisted of: the USS Ranger (CVA-61), USS Yorktown (CVS-10), USS Helena (CA-75), USS Los
Angeles (CA-135), USS Koontz (DLG-9), Destroyer Division 232, units of Destroyer Division 253, and later the USS Sculpin (SSN 590).
Duty with the Seventh Fleet found DESDIV 231 operating with the USS Ranger (CVA-61) and the USS Ticonderoga (CVA-14). During
the month of December 1961 the Division was split up; the USS Edson and the USS Picking were on the Taiwan Patrol; while the USS
Fechteler and USS Herbert J. Thomas operated with the USS Ranger out of Japan. The ports visited thus far have been: Yokosuka,
Sasebo and Iwakuni, Japan; Subic Bay, Republic of the Philippines; Hong Kong, British Crown Colony; and Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

Destroyer Division 232, upon completion of overhaul and refresher training again Joined the Yorktown to form a Hunter-Killer Group.
On February 18, 1961 Commander K. W. Simmons USN, relieved Captain B. A. Lienhard, USN, as Commander Destroyer Division 232.
The Division conducted ASW operations as a unit of Task Group 14.7 off the coast of California until Deployment on 29 July 1961. The
Division operated in MlDPAC until departure on 26 August 1961 as a unit of Task Force 15. Since the Division's arrival in WestPac it has
operated as a unit of Task Group 70.4. Shortly after arrival in WestPac ships of the Division made goodwill visits to ports in Kokkaido.
Maddox with Commander Destroyer Division 232 embarked visited Wakkanai; Brush and Moore visited Kushiro. The Division
participated in exercise "Base Hit" in November, 1961.

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 USS CLEVELAND LPD-7, THE STEAMIN’ CLEVE
USS CLEVELAND is an amphibious transport dock ship (LPD), which is one of the most
versatile classes of ships in the Navy. The LPD combines the functions of three different
classes of ships; the landing ship (LSD), the tank landing ship (LST), and the attack
cargo ship (LKA). CLEVELAND is named after General Moses Cleveland, Surveyor who the city
of Cleveland is also named after. Built by the Ingall’s Shipbuilding Company, Pascagoula,
Mississippi, and commissioned in April of 1967, the CLEVELAND is the seventh of fourteen
LPD class ships. The design of the LPD class ship is unique in that it can support all
phases of Amphibious Warfare. Furthermore, USS CLEVELAND was the first of her class to be
configured in such a way as to add the capability for command and control. An extra deck
has been added to LPD-7 through LPD 14 to accommodate Amphibious Squadron Commanders and
their staffs. She is 569 feet, 9 inches in length and has a beam of 84 feet ½ inches
(excluding an extra 30 feet for the catwalks). Propulsion is handled by two six-hundred
pound steam plants which can move the ship in excess of 20 knots. The ship may be
characterized by the large superstructure forward, full flight deck aft and a large well
deck with an aft stern gate access. She is equipped with two Phalanx 20mm close in weapons
systems, two 25mm MK38 chain guns, four six-tube chaff launchers, hand-held anti air
missile launch platforms, .50 caliber machine gun mounts and a crew which stands ready to
defend her under any circumstances. CLEVELAND can carry one Landing Craft Air Cushion
(LCAC), or one Landing Craft Utility (LCU), or four Landing Craft Medium (LCM-8), and six
CH-46 amphibious transport helicopters, or three CH-53 helicopters, and over 800 combat
troops. She can also carry 2,000 tons of supplies and equipment, all in addition to her
crew of 400 officers and enlisted men.
CLEVELAND is unique in having a helicopter platform built over a well deck in the
rear of the vessel. Therefore, the ship contributes to all phases of the amphibious
assault. The well deck is comprised of the upper and lower vehicle storage areas, which
hold most of the embarked troops’ heavy combat equipment, such as tanks, tracked
amphibious assault vehicles (AAV), Humvees and trucks. To facilitate the docking and
loading of various sized landing craft, the ship can ballast down in the water, thereby
flooding the well deck with enough water to enable the landing craft to enter the well
deck through the stern gate. Once docked inside the well deck, troops, supplies and combat
equipment can be loaded into or off the Landing Craft while simultaneously transporting
troops and equipment via helicopter from the flight deck.

General Characteristics of an Austin class

Builders:
LPD 4-6, New York Naval Shipyard
LPD 7 and LPD 8, Ingalls Shipbuilding
LPD 9, 10, 12-15, Lockheed Shipbuilding

Unit cost: $235-419 million

Power plant: Two boilers, two steam turbines, two shafts, 24,000 shaft horsepower

Length: 570 feet (171 meters)

Beam: 84 feet (25.2 meters)

Displacement: Approximately 17,000 tons (17,272.82 metric tons) full load

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Speed: 21 knots (24.2mph, 38.7kph)

Aircraft: Up to six CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters

Crew:
Ship’s Company: 420 (24 officers, 396 enlisted)
Marine Detachment: 900

Armament: Two 25mm Mk 38 guns; two Phalanx CIWS; and eight .50-calibre machine guns.

WELCOME TO USS CLEVELAND LPD-7

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Welcome Aboard! You are our guest on the best “Gator” in the Navy. We want you to enjoy
the experience and to learn all about the USS CLEVELAND (LPD-7).

While you are aboard, we will be conducting our daily routine as usual. You will have the
opportunity to learn many skills and take tours through the ship. We are confident that
you will be impressed with the professionalism, knowledge and dedication of our Sailors
and the capabilities of our ship during Pacific Partnership.

SHIPBOARD EMERGENCIES AND SAFETY PROTOCOL OVERVIEW

BASIC INFORMATION

Onboard every U.S. Navy vessel the subject of SAFETY is stressed on a daily basis.
Besides the challenges of working at sea, the CLEVELAND, like any Navy ship, has numerous
hazards that cannot be overlooked. The ship has two large machinery spaces and carries
thousands of gallons of fuel for its propulsion, helicopters, and Marine Corps vehicles.
CLEVELAND is capable of carrying a wide variety of ammunition and explosives on deck and
in weapons magazines, as well as various oils, lubricants and paints that are flammable,
toxic or otherwise harmful. The ship’s electrical system is ungrounded, which means that
the hull and bulkheads can form part of the electrical circuit under the right conditions.
Many electrical and electronic devices onboard CLEVELAND use high voltage. Additionally,
the ship’s communications and radar antennas emit power that can injure personnel who
stand too close.

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 No less important is the fact that while moving about the ship, one must travel up
and down steeply inclined or vertical ladders, and traverse watertight doors and hatches,
when accessing weather decks, catwalks and the flight deck, as well as the well deck and
vehicle decks. This means an increased chance of having a door shut on a hand, finger or
leg; tripping or falling; striking your head on a metal object. So that all aboard can
enjoy their cruise without injury, the following rules and guidelines are provided.

RULES & REGULATIONS. General rules and regulations apply to all personnel and are
critical to maintaining safety and good order and discipline on board the ship. It is
your responsibility to listen to 1MC announcements for your situational awareness.

 Do NOT lean against, rest feet on, or cross over any rail or safety line.

 Smoking is permitted in authorized areas only. There will be no smoking during

designated evolutions (cleaning stations, handling ammo, refueling, flight deck
operations, etc.) A 1MC announcement will be made to identify this.

 After ‘Darken Ship’ has been announced, all weather decks and hatches leading
outside the ship will be secured and are off limits to personnel not on watch. All
spaces can be accessed within the skin of the ship. Learn an interior route to your
workspace/berthing area! You need to be able to egress your spaces with your eyes
closed.

 Remain quiet in the vicinity of the bridge.

 Flight Quarters: During flight operations all personnel not involved in flight
operations shall remain clear of the flight deck. Hearing protection is required
while viewing flight operations from this area. No covers or material that can
damage aircraft — Foreign Object Damage (FOD) — will be allowed in the vicinity of
the flight deck during flight operations. Flash photography is NOT allowed during
flight operations.

 Do NOT alter troop berthing/racks/ventilation/electrical wiring/CCTV cables.

 DO NOT ENTER any engineering space without a proper escort.

 NO food is allowed in berthing areas. All food, including candy/chips, etc., is to

be consumed on the mess decks. Insects and rodents will become a problem if
personnel disregard this rule.

 Do NOT take food off the mess decks to other areas about the ship.

 Do NOT place foreign objects in commodes, urinals or sinks—including feminine

hygiene products, towelettes, or rags. The sewage system will clog and back up.
Flush only human waste and toilet paper.

 Do NOT hang clothing or other items from pipes or electrical wiring. Do NOT step on
pipes to reach the overhead.

 Extension Cords and plastic power strips are strictly prohibited for use aboard
ship.

 Do NOT operate any switch, button, knob, or hand wheel that you are NOT qualified to
operate! Please contact Damage Control Central and request assistance if you have
questions about shipboard equipment or systems.

 Covered cups are required for drinks transported about the ship.

 Fan rooms shall NOT be used as storage spaces.

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  Sea & Anchor Detail: When the ship is transiting to/from port, the smoking lamp is
out throughout the ship. The only authorized area for personnel topside is the
flight deck.

ALCOHOL. Possession of alcoholic beverages onboard is strictly prohibited. Alcohol

purchased overseas must be turned into the Chief Master-at-Arms (CMAA) for secure storage
and will be returned to personnel upon debarkation.

PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO. Taking photographs and video is permitted aboard ship with a few
guidelines. Do not take pictures of any piece of equipment or machinery that has cabinet
doors, access plates or panels open to expose its interior. You may take pictures and
video of flight operations, as well as welldeck operations but you must remove or turn off
the flash as it will blind our pilots, day or night. If you are unsure about where you can
or cannot take a picture or shoot some video, ask one of the crewmembers.

HOW TO READ A BULLSEYE. Every compartment on the ship has a specific designation which is
posted on a bulkhead in the compartment or passageway.
-1st number: The deck or level you are on. Decks below the Main deck (by the mess decks
area) are numbered as 2nd, 3rd and down. Levels above the Main deck are numbered as 01, 02
and up.
-2nd number: The frame the space is located on. Frames are numbered from the bow to the
stern.
-3rd number: The distance from the centerline of the ship – odd numbers are on the
starboard side of the ship, even numbers are on the port side.
-Letter – what kind of space it is, such as Q for the work space, L for living space.
The second line refers to the forward frame and the aft frame that defines the space.
The third line refers to the department responsible for cleaning and maintaining that
space.

Remember:
 First number is the deck number.
 Middle number is the frame number on the ship. (0 is the bow and going aft the
numbers get bigger to stern).
 Last number is which side of centerline you are on. (Odd numbers are to the port
side of the centerline of the ship and even numbers are to the starboard side of the
centerline of the ship. 0 is mid ship)

SPACE EVACUATIONS. Should it become necessary to evacuate a space during a shipboard

emergency, announcements will be made over the 1MC identifying specific spaces/frames of
the ship to be evacuated, and prescribed escape routes. Master-At-Arms Force/Ship’s
Company/Damage Control Party personnel will direct affected personnel to move
expeditiously along egress routes to locations (flight deck, mess decks, etc.) where an
accurate muster will be taken. An orderly evacuation must be conducted promptly when
directed on the 1MC, so as to ensure the safety of embarked personnel and allow damage

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control personnel access to fight fires, secure flooding, etc. As a rule, move up and
forward on starboard (right) side of ship and down and aft on port (left) side of ship. In
the event of a fire that requires evacuation, Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)
are provided in all spaces. These devices are designed to provide oxygen for 15 minutes to
allow escape to a safe area. It is your responsibility to know how to properly operate an
EEBD. If you do not know how to properly don an EEBD, please contact Damage Control
Central immediately. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO COMBAT A FIRE WHILE USING AN EEBD.

EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT. Fire extinguishers, battle lanterns, fire hoses and emergency escape
breathing devices (EEBD) are staged throughout the ship and in berthing areas. During
General Quarters (see below), all personnel will don flash gear and battle dress, if
possible. GQ gear will remain in the berthing spaces of all personnel not directly
associated with Ship’s Company.
This equipment is critical to damage control of the ship and should not be tampered with,
obstructed, used to hang gear or stow trash in, or pilfered.

** EMERGENCY INFORMATION
Security Alert – Medical Emergency – Fire
Should you hear any of the following over the general announcing system (1MC), “SECURITY
ALERT, SECURITY ALERT, AWAY THE SECURITY ALERT FORCE…ALL HANDS NOT INVOLVED STAND FAST,”
“MAN DOWN, MAN DOWN” or “FIRE, FIRE, FIRE,” it means that there is an emergency on board
that requires either security forces (police), medical response team (paramedics), or
damage control assistance (firemen). Please listen to the 1MC for directions for all
personnel on board without a specific emergency station identified, but most important,
listen to the Sailors on board and they will instruct you on what to do. Stay clear of the
emergency so the parties involved can respond properly.

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES. In the event of a medical emergency, dial 911 from the nearest phone.

FIRE. Fire is the most serious threat a ship can face. Report any fire, smoke or burning
smell immediately to the Bridge. Your report should include the compartment number, type
of fire (if known) and your name. Stop what you are doing, secure equipment and go to your
emergency station. Pay attention to the 1MC (loud speaker) and the person in charge of the
emergency station. You may be called to augment the zone personnel. If you find a fire,
the first thing you do is get the word out and close the space. If possible, stay on the
scene until the fire party arrives.

MAN OVERBOARD. Man Overboard drills are conducted on a regular basis. There is no
difference in mustering procedures while conducting a man overboard drill or if an actual
person fell overboard. When “Man Overboard” is sounded over the 1MC (loud speaker), muster
immediately in your assigned work space. A sight muster is mandatory for ALL personnel.
Special care must be taken to ensure that an accurate muster is made to determine who may
have fallen overboard. Accuracy and speed of the muster are essential in a man overboard
situation. If you see a man overboard, dial 911 from any ship’s phone.
GENERAL QUARTERS/EMERGENCY BILL. This bill provides for the maximum manning of all key
stations and provides organization and procedures to quickly control major shipboard
emergencies such as fire, collision, and man overboard. When the ship’s general alarm is
sounded, report to your assigned station immediately (berthing spaces unless otherwise
assigned), and remain there until the ship is secured from General Quarters. Report to
your station at a quick pace, but DO NOT RUN.

ABANDON SHIP. You will be assigned an abandon ship station soon after your arrival on
board. Familiarize yourself with your boat and its muster location. A diagram and list of
lifeboats can be outside of the deck office. When you report to your station, wear a full
set of clothing, to include: shoes/boots, a ball cap, and your personal flotation device
(often called a rubber ducky). Be sure to bring a long sleeve shirt or jacket. Don your
personal floatation device when abandon ship is sounded. Do not jump unless necessary;
Jacob’s ladders (rope ladders) are available. Look below you and ensure that the water is
clear of personnel or floating wreckage. Always jump feet first as far from any obstacles
as you can. When you are in the water, you should:
1) Concentrate on staying calm.
2) Conserve energy

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 3) Keep clear of oil slicks if possible, swimming underwater to clear burning oil
and debris.
4) Use the “Buddy System.” It will improve your morale, conserve body heat and make
rescue easier. Memorize “nearest land mass.”
5) Follow orders of your lifeboat commander.

Remember ODD number of lifeboat/life raft is STBD side. EVEN number of lifeboat/life raft
is PORT side. An easy acronym to remember is PESO (Port Even, Starboard Odd). Another was
to remember is by the saying: “It’s ODD to be RIGHT.”

EMERGENCY EGRESS BREATHING DEVICE (EEBD). All work and berthing spaces below the main
deck have EEBD's on hand for emergency egress. An EEBD’s are for emergency egress only and
not for fighting fires. An EEBD has 15 minutes of air.

 Remove unit from case.

 Tear off red pull strip and remove unit from bag.
 Pull out actuation ring.
 Bend forward and grasp hood opening with thumbs and pull hood over head.
 Pull hood down on forehead to ensure a secure fit.
 Check neck seal.
 During normal operation some parts are hot and air flow noise is heard in hood.
 Remove when noise stops.

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 SAFETY

“Everyone’s Responsibility”

SAFETY OF YOUR SHIPMATES. If you see or hear of someone doing something unsafe or harmful
to the ship or themselves, DO SOMETHING! You may be the only one who saw the error and
your action may be important in saving the ship or a shipmate’s life. Never hesitate to
voice your concerns regarding unsafe situation(s) or something you think is wrong.
Promptly inform senior personnel responsible for a given space or equipment of all unsafe
conditions discovered.

DAMAGE CONTROL. Preparedness to save the ship, at any hour, under any conditions, is a
life and death matter. Damage control is an ALL HANDS effort. Firefighting equipment has a
special and important purpose on board a ship. Do not remove or handle firefighting
equipment unless it is needed for an actual fire.

GENERAL SAFETY STANDANDS. Complying with the following standards may save your life:
 Locate and remember all exits from working and living spaces that you frequent.
Always ensure exits are not blocked with equipment or boxes.
 Know where personal floatation devices are stored in or near your working and living
spaces. Know the location of all lifeboat stations and know how to proceed to them
from the living and working spaces you frequent.
 Always move up or down a ladder with one hand on the railing.
 Know the emergency shutdown procedures for all equipment you use.
 Rings, watches, key rings, and other items that may become entangled or get caught
on projections should not be worn. Carry as little as possible in your pockets.
 Do not lean against lifelines.
 Never straddle or step over lines, wire, and chains under tension.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY. All personal electric or electronic gear must be safety checked and
have an electrical safety tag affixed at all times prior to use on board CLEVELAND. A
personal electrical equipment check will be conducted as part of the CLEVELAND check-in.
Anyone found using unauthorized electrical equipment will have the gear confiscated and
turned over to the Master-at-Arms. CLEVELAND takes checking electrical and electronic
equipment very seriously, because unchecked gear can be a LIFE THREATENING HAZARD!! If the
object does not have a proper ground, YOU may become the ground. The electricity will pass
through YOUR body. The following are approved once they have been safety checked: hand-
held hair dryers, electric razors, radios, electric tooth-brushes, laptop computers, PDAs
and battery operated gear. The following electric and electronic equipment are never
permitted aboard CLEVELAND: personal refrigerators and hot plates.

SECURING FOR SEA. Unexpected heavy weather or sudden maneuvering may cause the ship to
roll and pitch a significant degree. Unsecured equipment, gear and supplies become missile
hazards that could injure or kill a shipmate. Take care of yourself, your shipmates, and
the ship by properly securing for sea before the ship leaves port and heads into the open
seas. Everyone, including officers and chief petty officers, must tour their spaces
looking for proper securing for sea. Securing all hatches and scuttles is a must! So close
them after use! The medical equipment onboard is equipped with wheels for easy movement.
This offers a special challenge for those securing for sea.

HELICOPTER OPERATIONS. Our flight deck is used for a variety of missions associated with
helicopter operations, including search and rescue, personnel transfer, personnel rescue
and delivery of mail. When flight quarters are set, avoid foreign objects damage (FOD) of
helicopter engines which can cause a crash. All personnel will refrain from throwing trash
or other FOD material (cigarette butts, gum wrappers, soda cans) over the side or on the
deck. Observe safety boundaries set by the Master-At-Arms force. Covers shall NOT be worn
on the weather decks; the smoking lamp is out on all weather decks, and no dumping of
trash is allowed during flight operations.

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 SECURITY
SECURITY ALERT. During Security Alert, stay where you are and shut the hatch to your
space, follow announced instructions, stand clear of all ladder wells and passageways, and
do not inhibit the movement of the Security Alert Team. Unless instructed to do so, do not
move about the ship until the Security Alert is secured by an announcement over the 1MC.

FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS

Cash, Credit Cards, Checks, and all other effects that are typically considered legal
tender are not accepted aboard USS CLEVELAND. None of these items can be utilized to
conduct financial transactions when embarked on the ship.

NAVY CASH. Navy Cash is a shipboard banking system that allows users to purchase items in
the ship’s store, at the vending machines, and is used in paying for meals aboard. This
service is available for all embarked personnel including PN Military and NGOs. Upon
checking in, all personnel who do not have an account will have the opportunity to set up
their account. US Navy Members should have their ABA Routing Number and Checking Account
Number in order to register their navy cash card. Other DoD, PN Military, and NGO
personnel will need to “prepay” their card for all use. US Dollars are required in order
to do this, and personnel should bring necessary money when checking aboard.

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
TRASH AND GARBAGE. “Trash” that is non-biodegradable such as aluminum cans, paper, etc.
shall be kept on station for disposal on the shore. While “Wet Garbage” from the Galley
and Scullery that is biodegradable such as food products, kitchen scraps, galley slops,
etc. will be processed during underway for discharged off the ship within the distance
limit regulation.

UNDERWAY. While underway, trash is disposed through the incinerators. Don’t throw trash
and garbage over the side unless authorized to do so. There are very strict international
limits on the dumping of trash and garbage at sea. Plastic wastes are subject to specific
regulations. Never throw plastic waste overboard unless specifically authorized because
of its harmful effects to sea life.

IN PORT. Use dumpsters provided on the pier. Trash and garbage should be taken off ship
immediately when trash containers on the ship are filled.

BIOHAZARDOUS MATERIAL/WASTE. As per OPNAVINST 5090.1A, all biohazard waste shall be

packaged correctly, steam sterilized and retained on station to be off-loaded at a shore-
side facility. All sharps shall be collected in a plastic, autoclavable sharps container
and will be steam sterilized and retained on station for disposal at a shore-side
facility.

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL/WASTE AND PLASTICS PROGRAM. Control of hazardous material/waste and

plastics is a social and legal responsibility. An effective program is in place onboard
CLEVELAND and we need your help to continue it. Material which is normally safe may
become hazardous under certain condition. Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) is defined as any
material that may pose substantial hazard to human health or the environment when
incorrectly used, purposefully released, or accidentally spilled. Such items as bilge
waste, flammable/combustible materials, toxic materials, corrosives, aerosols, compressed
gasses, medical waste, waste from plant products and food waste are part of the
CLEVELAND’s program. HAZMAT will not be brought onboard unless specifically authorized by
the Hazardous Material Coordinator. When permission is granted, all items must have an

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applicable Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and stored in accordance with shipboard
regulations. The Supply Officer is designated as the HAZMAT Officer. All trash will be
separated out by plastic, paper, and metal by divisional personnel.

NOTE: Used batteries are required to be turned-in to HAZMAT (S1 Division) onboard for
disposal on the shore.

RESPONSIBILITIES
CONDUCT ASHORE. We are guests in every country we visit. Our good behavior and respect
for the culture and laws of other countries goes a long way toward fulfilling our
humanitarian mission. We are truly ambassadors of goodwill.

FRATERNIZATION/PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION. At no time will hand-holding, kissing, or

other inappropriate physical interactions be tolerated aboard USS CLEVELAND. SEXUAL
RELATIONS OF ANY KIND, BY ANYONE EMBARKED, CIVILIAN OR MILITARY, ARE PROHIBITED ON BOARD
THE SHIP. Professional working relationships and friendships are encouraged.

MILITARY COURTESY/TRADITION. We adhere to professional forms of address (sir, ma’am,

chief, etc.)and render salutes as appropriate.

QUARTERDECK PROCEDURES. The quarterdeck is the ceremonial area of the ship. It will
always be kept in impeccable condition. No smoking, drinking or eating is permitted in
the area. Loitering is not permitted near the quarterdeck. When in the vicinity of the
quarterdeck, covers will be worn and salutes rendered. Personnel arriving and departing
the ship will request permission to come aboard or to go ashore as appropriate from the
Officer of the Deck (OOD); and when in uniform, salute the colors (aft). When in civilian
attire, face the colors and briefly stand at attention. Quarterdeck procedures and
appearance will reflect the highest standards of military smartness and etiquette. The
brow remains the responsibility of the OOD on the quarterdeck.

FRESH WATER. Water is received from the pier while in port and distilled in evaporators
when underway. CLEVELAND is a steam powered ship. The boilers get fresh water first.
Practice economy in your use of fresh water. Take a Navy shower; wet down, turn the water
off, soap up and rinse. Navy showers are required while underway. Don’t waste water. Do
your part to conserve it and there will be plenty for everyone.

CLEANLINESS AND PRESERVATION. High standards of cleanliness in passageways, working

spaces, offices, berthing compartments and heads, food handling and storage areas will be
maintained. This is an ALL HANDS effort that must be routine; routine sweepers, daily
cleanup, watch-to-watch activities and daily inspections that will contribute to
operational efficiency and make our home at sea a better place to work and live. Use only
covered cups when transporting any beverage anywhere on board CLEVELAND.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF VOLUNTEERS, NGOs AND NON-NAVY SERVICEMEMBERS. Pacific Partnership is

a collegial relationship between U.S. DoD and Interagency members, as well as all embarked
NGO and Partner Nation participants. Like U.S. Navy crew members, our fellow military
service members and civilian colleagues must follow all procedures outlined and directed
by the Commodore and Commanding Officer relating to shipboard safety, appropriate conduct
and customs. You will be provided a ship’s orientation session and undergo emergency
ship’s drills prior to sailing.
Volunteers agree to adhere to, and fully cooperate with, Navy patient safety, quality
assurance and other internal programs while onboard CLEVELAND. A Director/Liaison who
will provide you with appropriate orientations on clinical operations, core privileges and
special procedures will be identified for you. Be sure your credentialing and privileges
documents are current and/or updated prior to sailing.
Volunteers agree to use only those supplies approved by the CLEVELAND CO while
performing work on board CLEVELAND. Any work performed aboard or ashore regardless of
member affiliation, will be under the coordination and supervision of the USS CLEVELAND
CO, the Department of the Navy and the Department of Defense.

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 UNIFORMS AND CIVILIAN ATTIRE

MILITARY UNIFORMS. Required uniforms are listed in the “What to Pack” section of the
guidebook. Bring extra items if they are small and easily lost (such as belt buckles,
boot bands, warfare and collar devices). Only few items are sold in the ship’s store.
Utilities or coveralls are worn pier side by enlisted members, and wash khakis or
coveralls by officers. When working in port (inside the ship) or when underway the
uniform shifts to coveralls for enlisted and officers. Also, invest in warfare pins prior
to deployment if you plan on qualifying for a warfare program (i.e. ESWS or SWMDO).

GROOMING. Military members onboard the CLEVELAND are required to follow Military Grooming
standards to ensure a neatly groomed appearance while wearing naval uniforms. When worn,
jewelry shall not present a safety or FOD (Foreign Object Damage) hazard. Jewelry shall
not be worn while working on or near electricity.
When in-port, covers must be worn when outside the ship. Out at sea, covers are not
required unless dictated by specific evolution (i.e. abandon ship exercise).

PROPER SHIPBOARD CIVILIAN ATTIRE. Appropriate civilian clothing while onboard CLEVELAND
must be neat, clean, and commensurate with good taste. Eccentricities of dress are
discouraged, and personal appearance should be conservative and with due respect to the
working environment that pervades CLEVELAND. Everyone is expected to maintain the highest
standards of conduct, dress, and behavior. Specifically:
 All shirts worn for any purpose (to include PT) are required to have sleeves.
 Clothing should be clean, well-maintained and properly fitted.
 Clothing should be worn to present a neat, orderly appearance (e.g. buttoned, belted
or zipped, or fastened).
 Clothing with printing, insignia or pictures which are sexually or violently
offensive, obscene or suggestive in nature; promote illegal activities; depict
derogatory social, religious, racial or ethnic messages; or present an impression
contrary to good order are prohibited.
 Except when swimwear is authorized by the command, footwear must always be worn; as
a general rule, open-toed shoes are not to be worn while onboard CLEVELAND except
when transiting to/from the shower/head.
 Swimwear will only be worn in cases where the CLEVELAND command MWR program sponsors
a Swim Call.

HOUSE COATS/ROBES. For transiting to and from showers.

SHOWER SHOES. Because everyone shares the same shower facilities, it is vital that
everyone wear shower shoes. These place a barrier between your feet and the decks where
athlete’s foot fungus may be present. Don’t risk it; wear shower shoes. These will be
available for purchase in ship’s store.

SUNBATHING. There is NO sunbathing topside onboard CLEVELAND. Service Members and guests
are invited to the topside decks to enjoy the sunshine, but it is entirely inappropriate
to dress in bathing suits, lay about shirtless, etc. while enjoying the sunshine.

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 FACILITIES AND SERVICES ON BOARD
BOSN’S LOCKER– Furnishes cleaning gear and supplies free of charge. Cleaning gear will be
issued only to compartment Officers in Charge or their representatives. The schedule for
issue is posted outside the locker.

BARBER SHOPS– All embarked personnel are able to use the ship’s barber shop for haircuts.
Haircuts are made by appointment only. Cutting hair in berthing areas/heads is
prohibited. All embarked personnel should recognize that the Sailors employed in the
barbershop received formal Navy training to cut hair in a military style only. There is
no payment for this service, and tipping is not allowed.

MEDICAL/DENTAL– Daily sick call hours are from 0830-1030 Monday-Friday. Emergencies are
handled at anytime.

CUTTING LOCKS– If you lose your locker key/forget your combination, the Master-at-Arms can
cut your personal locks. You must have a new lock at that time. If you require a lock cut
that is within a work center/government lock, an E-7 or above will need to come to the
CMAA Office and authorize that the lock may be cut.

LAUNDRY– Each unit is responsible to clean its own laundry, and will provide a laundry
detail. Officer/Senior Enlisted laundry will usually be picked up twice a week underway
and in port. The ship’s laundry machines are specifically designed to service uniform
items and are of industrial strength not cohesive to servicing civilian clothing.

SELF SERVE LAUNDRY– You must provide your own soap/detergent. Self laundry may be used
for all non-uniform clothing items, including PP specific shirts. Note: the laundry is
the first place to close in the event water levels starts to diminish.

SHIPS STORE–Many daily necessities are stocked in the ship’s store. Also available are
emblematic items to help remember the mission.

WEIGHT ROOM/GYM- The weight room/gym is open all times except for daily cleaning from
0730-0830. Towels and PT gear are a must; no boots are allowed! PT on the Flight Deck is
authorized during daylight hours only. PT will be authorized when flight quarters are not
in effect and the sea state permits.

ELECTRICAL CHECKS– All personal electronic devices must be checked for compliance with U/L
standards, and tagged by the ship’s electrical division prior to use on the ship. Devices
found without proper safety tags will be confiscated. The Electrical Safety Officer will
schedule electrical checks in the POD.

FRESH WATER- Made daily to feed the boilers and provide for crew and embarked personnel.
It is imperative that all personnel conserve water at all times. All personnel are
reminded to implement “Navy Showers” (i.e.; Water On–Rinse–Water Off–Soap Down–Water On–
Rinse Off–Water Off). When water usage begins to exceed water production, it may be
necessary to implement water rationing, i.e. secure showers. Report any water leaks or
flooding to DC Central.

CHAPLAIN SERVICES– Ship’s Chaplain is available 24/7 for all hands. Additionally, Divine
Services are held in the library; schedules for services will be published and listed in
the Plan of the Day (POD).

LIBRARY– Open to all personnel. Hardbacks and paperbacks are provided for loan.
Reference material and periodicals are available for reading within the library. Hours
are posted outside the library.

VENDING MACHINES. Vending machines are located on the port side mess decks.

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 COMMUNICATIONS

OPERATIONAL SECURITY (OPSEC). Balancing the need to stay informed while protecting
intelligence and operational information is a difficult but essential task. We must be
aware that our adversaries have the capability to actively monitor communications, the
news media, the internet and command information channels. Consider carefully the
potential value of information we place in the public domain.

PERSONAL COMPUTERS. Personal computers are authorized aboard for recreational use.
Limited bandwidth expected.

EMAIL FOR NGOs AND FOREIGN MILITARY PERSONNEL. Limited E-mail and internet access will be
available to Partner Nation and NGO personnel through the Partner Nation-NGO Business
Center. This resource will be very limited, so access will be controlled in order to
ensure that all personnel have some degree of access. As a planning factor, expect
approximately 30 minutes per day of internet usage off ship.

TELEPHONE. Limited telephone service will be available on the ship. Calling cards for
use with the ship’s Sailor Phone (satellite pay phone) system may be purchased in the
ship’s store. You may want to bring an international cell phone and/or cell phones
capable of using foreign SIM cards. Phone use while at sea is limited to the POTS (Plain
Old Telephone System) and the Sailor phones. Use of the POTS line is limited and is used
for official business and emergencies if requested through the chain of command.

MAIL. Our Mailing Address while embarked:

1. Military Personnel:
Rate, First Name, Last Name
Department
USS CLEVELAND (LPD-7)
FPO AP 96663-1711

2. NGOs/Civillians
First Name, Last Name
Organization
USS CLEVELAND (LPD-7)
FPO AP 96663-1711

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS. For NGO volunteers, if an urgent or crisis situation arises and
a family member needs to contact you, the family member should contact the appropriate NGO
Liaison immediately. For military crewmembers, family members should contact American Red
Cross.

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 LIBERTY AND SHIPBOARD INCIDENTS

LIBERTY. The liberty policy for Military/DoD personnel will be promulgated prior to each
port and dependant upon Force Protection Conditions (FPCON) of the ports visited.

CRIMINAL ACTIVITY. If you witness or you are a victim of any criminal activity on board
call the Command Master-at-Arms.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT. All hands must understand that any form of sexual harassment on board
CLEVELAND will not be tolerated; IT IS WRONG! Sexual harassment is destructive to morale
and detrimental to our mission. For clarification, sexual harassment is defined as “…
influencing, offering to influence, or threatening the career, pay, or job of another
person in exchange for sexual favors, or deliberate or repeated offensive comments,
gestures, or physical contact of a sexual nature in a work-related environment.” Sexual
harassment is GENDER NEUTRAL; it is not dependent upon the sex of the individuals
involved. It is also in the eye of the beholder. If you feel you are a victim of sexual
harassment, report it to your chain of command, the Command Master Chief, or the
Commanding Officer.

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 Navy Terms and Their Meanings

NAVY TERM MEANING

1MC PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM
AFT TOWARDS THE BACK
ALL HANDS ALL PERSONNEL AND STAFF
BERTHING SLEEPING AREA
BOW FRONT OF THE SHIP
BRIDGE/PILOTHOUSE AREA FROM WHICH SHIP IS MANEUVERED (AKA “WHEELHOUSE”)
BULKHEAD WALLS
BULLSEYE 3-LINE PLACARD TELLING YOU WHERE YOU ARE ON THE SHIP (PAGE 22)
CHOW FOOD
CMAA COMMAND MASTER-AT-ARMS
CMC COMMAND MASTER CHIEF (SENIOR ENLISTED LEADER)
CO COMMANDING OFFICER
COLORS OBSERVANCE OF FLAG HONORS AND NATIONAL ANTHEM
COVER HEADWEAR (BALLCAP OR HAT)
CPO CHIEF PETTY OFFICER
DARKEN SHIP CLOSE ALL PORTHOLES AND HATCHES TO WEATHERDECKS
DC DAMAGE CONTROL
DECK FLOOR
DIV-O DIVISION OFFICER
FLIGHT QUARTERS HELICOPTER OPERATIONS ON FLIGHT DECK
FOC’SLE FORWARD DECK WHERE ANCHOR IS LOCATED
FOD FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE
GALLEY/MESS DECK DINING AREA
GOAT LOCKER CHIEF PETTY OFFICERS MESS
HAZMAT HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
HEAD BATHROOM
LADDER WELL STAIR WAYS
LCPO LEADING CHIEF PETTY OFFICER
LIBERTY OFF TIME
LPO LEADING PETTY OFFICER
LRC LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER
MAA MASTER-AT-ARMS (MILITARY POLICE)
MAN DOWN MEDICAL EMERGENCY
MESS DINING FACILITY
MIDWATCH (THE MID) THE WATCH FROM 0000-0400
MUSTER / LAY TO REPORT TO APPOINTED AREA
NAV NAVIGATION
OVERHEAD CEILING
PASSAGEWAY/P-WAY HALLWAY
PORT LEFT SIDE OF THE SHIP
PORTHOLES WINDOWS
QUARTERDECK MAIN ENTRANCE TO SHIP
REVEILLE LIGHTS ON/TIME TO WAKE UP
SCUTTLEBUTT RUMORS/DRINKING FOUNTAIN
SEA AND ANCHOR DETAIL EXTRA WATCHPOSTS THAT ARE MANNED WHEN NEAR LAND
SECURE STRAP LOOSE ITEMS SECURELY OR TO CEASE
SICK CALL MEDICAL AREA
SKIPPER COMMANDING OFFICER
SMOKING LAMP INDICATES WHERE/WHEN SMOKING IS AUTHORIZED
SQUARE AWAY PUT INTO PROPER PLACE
STARBOARD RIGHT SIDE OF THE SHIP (STBD)
STERN BACK OF THE SHIP
SWEEPERS GENERAL CLEAN UP
TAPS LIGHTS OUT /BEDTIME
WARDROOM OFFICER’S MESS
WEATHERDECK ANY DECK OUTSIDE THE SKIN OF THE SHIP EXPOSED TO WEATHER
XO EXECUTIVE OFFICER (2ND IN COMMAND)
YOKE/ZEBRA CLOSING MARKED HATCHES THROUGHOUT THE SHIP

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