BOSN4 Gale Howerton. Reference AUXILIARY CLAIMS HANDBOOK Encl. (1) to MLCLANTINST 5890.3A of 27 MAR 98.

DAMAGE CLAIMSBOSN4 Gale Howerton

Reference

AUXILIARYCLAIMS

HANDBOOKEncl. (1) to MLCLANTINST 5890.3A of

27 MAR 98

Auxiliary Claims ActThe Auxiliarist must be on orders (written or

verbal; reimbursable or non-reimbursable).The damage must have been incurred within

the scope and limitations of the orders.Special rules for POVs & Trailers.

POVs and TrailersWhen towing a facility the POV and trailer

are considered equipment for which a claim may be filed…

1. Towing the vessel from it’s normal storage

on a direct route to a launch ramp and return, or…

2. While the trailer is parked at the launch

site.

Claim not payableDamage caused by gross negligence or willful

misconduct.Auxiliarist has been reimbursed by private

insuranceRoutine operational expense… fuel, water,

supplies…Damage to, loss of, equipment which was not

reasonable to possess given the assigned duties.

Claim not payableThe damage is attributable to normal wear &

tear or improper maintenance… The damage must be due to a specific/identifiable cause.

However…….

Catastrophic CauseCoast Guard will pay a percentage only after

40 hours of use which constitutes at least 25% of facility total use.

Repair cost must be 10% or greater of the value of the vessel… Anything less is considered maintenance.

Auxiliary ClaimantOn patrol under orders and facility is

damaged. 1. Notifies operational commander of

damage within 24 hours. 2. DOES NOT file orders for reimbursement

or commence repairs.

Operational Commander (OIA)Acknowledges report and informs claimant of

IO.Forwards auxiliary claim packet to claimant.Upon notification , attempts to assess,

photograph, and document the damage… Arrangements for inspection should be made as soon as possible.

Auxiliary ClaimantFills out claim form.Attaches patrol orders, required estimates

and all supporting documents.Returns the claim form back to the

operational commander.

Operational CommanderReviews package and determine if further

investigation is required.Authorizes repairs or executes RIK, if claim is

less than $200.Forwards completed package to DIRAUX.If denied, sends advance notice to claimant to

allow oppurtunity for additional explanation.

Auxiliary ClaimantRepairs facility.Submits Report of Completion of Repairs to

operational Commander.

DIRAUXEndorses claim package.Ensures attached: 1. Aux claim is properly filled out 2. (2) estimates for repair 3. Patrol orders 4. Offer for use formMail to LSC for action.

Common Mistakes Causing Delays in ProcessingInsufficient estimates or receipts.Missing SSN.Missing signatures.No Insurance information.Orders not attached.Sent Damage Claim WS to DIRAUX instead of

Operational Commander.