SEPTEMBER 2000

These orders are issued by authority of the Commanding Officer and are intended only to amplify and summarize but do not supersede CATOs , CRCOs or QR &O Cadets. They shall be known and referred to as Corps Standing Orders (CSOs).

All members of 112 RC(S)CC HOWE, including civilian personnel, are to read and be cognizant of the contents of this volume, as well as all other applicable orders. They are to sign the signature sheet to signify CSOs have been read and understood.

Throughout CSOs, the use of generic terms such as “he”, “his” and “cadet(s)” shall be assumed to include females except where the situation so dictates. Also, the use of the term “cadet(s)” shall be assumed to include all cadet ranks, except where the situation so dictates.

Amendments to CSOs will be issued by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer. Personnel having proposals for amending of CSOs shall forward them to the Executive Officer through the normal chain of command. No unauthorized amendments shall be made.

Exceptions to CSOs may be authorized by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer as dictated by certain situations.

M.A. Veals

Lieutenant (Navy)

Commanding Officer

1.0 CORPS ORGANIZATION

1.1 Command and Functional Organization:

1.1.1 On all occasions, the following officers take command over all other officers and cadets who are part of RCSCC HOWE in the following order of precedence:

a. the Commanding Officer;

b. the Executive Officer / 1^ST Lieutenant during absence of XO; and

c. the Officer of the Day.

1.1.2 The functional organization is based upon a departmental structure and delineates lines of responsibility for administration of the corps. A line diagram of the functional organization of 112 RCSCC HOWE is shown in appendix 1 of this section.

6.2.2 The Training Officer is authorized to assign any Officer, CI or Cadet as instructors.

Command Level

1.2.0 Commanding Officer (CO)

1.2.1 The Commanding Officer of 112 RC(S)CC HOWE shall be an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre, designated by the Region Commander in consultation with Local Branch and Headquarters of the Navy League of Canada, as the Commanding Officer of 112 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps HOWE, in Peterborough, Ontario.

1.2.2 The Commanding Officer is directly responsible for the overall functioning of 112 RCSCC HOWE and shall:

a. comply with regulations and orders as issued by the Minister of National Defense and the Canadian Armed Forces;

b. keep officers, civilian instructors and cadets fully acquainted with regulations and instructions issued by higher authority;

c. keep Navy League, Peterborough Branch, informed of the progress of the corps;

d. bring to the notice of Navy League, Peterborough Branch and the appropriate military authority

any officers or instructors who are distinguished for proficiency in their duties or who, from incapacity or apathy, are deficient in the knowledge of their duties, or do not afford him the support which he has a right to expect, or who conduct themselves in a manner detrimental to the corps' efficiency or which would bring discredit to the corps and/or the Canadian Forces;

e. recommend enrollment, appointment, promotion, posting transfer and release officers of 112 RCSCC HOWE;

f. recommend the appointment and release of civilian instructors;

g. appoint qualified officers/civilian instructors as Executive officer, Administrative Officer,

Supply Officer and Training Officer and ensure deputies are provided during prolonged absence;

h. supervise and control all duties of personnel under his command, ensuring that proper supply, administration and training procedures are carried out;

j. maintain records showing the strength of 112 RCSCC HOWE the name, age, date of enrollment and departure of each cadet, the names of cadets who have joined the Canadian Forces and such other personnel information as is required to enable periodical returns to be completed;

k. maintain records of attendance for instruction and the training progress of each cadet;

l. ensure that prescribed medical examinations and re-examinations are carried out;

m. immediately report all injuries (incurred during corps training) that required emergency medical treatment to the Area Cadet office;

n. report the death of any officer, civilian instructor or cadet to Area Cadet officer;

o. ensure that equipment is not demanded in excess of needs, is properly safeguarded, that personal struck off strength have properly returned all public property issued to them and that records of equipment are kept in accordance with instructions;

p. ensure that returns are promptly and regularly made;

q. report loss or damage of DND equipment to EOA Cadet Detachment immediately on discovery;

r. be the holder of RCSCC HOWE's Distribution Account;

s. foster and maintain good public relations;

t. ensure that the Executive Officer is familiar and knowledgeable with all corps procedures and is, thereby, prepared to assume command;

u. ensure a thorough turnover to a successor;

v. prepare a yearly training budget request for Navy league, Peterborough Branch; and

w. undertake other duties assigned by lawful authority.

1.3.0 Executive Officer (X0)

1.3.1 The Executive Officer shall be an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre, designated by the Commanding Officer as Executive Officer and second-in-command of the corps. All officers, cadets and civilian personnel are required to keep him fully informed in all matters, which he shall report to the Commanding Officer in a timely fashion.

1.3.2 The Executive Officer is directly responsible to the Commanding Officer and shall:

a. assume command of the corps in the absence of the Commanding officer;

b. publish corps Routine Orders, as a minimum, twice per month;

c. ensure the maintenance of the highest possible dress and deportment standards amongst the officers and civilian instructors;

d. ensure the maintenance of the highest standard possible of corps administration, training and supply;

e. make recommendations to the Commanding Officer for promotion/appointment/recognition of deserving personnel;

f. assign and ensure the training of Duty Personnel;

g. ensure control of accessibility of reference material to instruction staff;

h. ensure prompt and proper submission of all travel claims;

j. ensure the completion of cadet, Officer and CI P.E.R.s;

k. organize cadet corps drill ceremonial parades and inspections as per CFP201; and

6 assume other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer

6.2 First Lieutenant (1^st LT)

1.4.1 The First Lieutenant shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.4.2 The First Lieutenant is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. assume all responsibilities of the Executive Officer in his absence.

b. publish corps Routine Orders, as a minimum, once per week as per Executive Officer’s instructions;

c. act as Divisional Officer for Officers and CI’s.

d. assume other duties as assigned by the Executive Officer or Commanding Officer;

Department Heads

1.5.0 Administrative Officer (Adm O)

1.5.1 The Administrative Officer shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.5.2 The Administrative Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. maintain an adequate stock of forms for the administration of RCSCC HOWE;

b. ensure the correct circulation of all incoming and outgoing correspondence, orders and

directives;

c. maintain the custody and control of relevant publications, the entering of amendments upon receipt, and ensure that unauthorized persons do not have access to them;

d. maintain a register of all incoming and outgoing correspondence;

e. maintain the corps' filing system;

f. prepare and expedite all reports, documents and other correspondence for the Commanding Officer's signature;

g. maintain accurate attendance records for officers and civilian instructors, ensuring that pay documents are kept up to date;

h. maintain records showing attendance of each cadet;

j. maintain complete personal files on each member of RCSCC HOWE;

k. advise the Supply Officer of names of cadets enrolled and released; and

l. assume other duties as assigned by the Executive Officer or Commanding Officer,

1.6.0 Supply Officer (Sup O)

1.6.1 The Supply Officer shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian Instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.6.2 The Supply Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. maintain the following records affecting the accounting of material on loan to the cadet corps:

(i) voucher register,

(ii) voucher files,

(iii) customer account, and

(iv) individual loan cards;

b. demand, receive and return all equipment in accordance with established DND procedures and authorized scales of issue;

c. conduct cadet kit inspections as required and as a minimum, once yearly;

d. ensure the security and proper care of all materiel, in particular weapons and ammunition;

e. issue, exchange and receive materiel;

f. undertake measures for the recovery of uniforms from cadets no longer parading with the corps;

g. carry out distribution account verifications at designated intervals, on appointment as Supply Officer and on change of Commanding Officer;

h. submit a written report to the Commanding Officer on discovery of loss or damage to materiel;

j. assume other duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.

1.7.0 Training Officer (Trg O)

1.7.1 The Training Officer shall be an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre and designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.7.2 The Training Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. develop the corps training plan in accordance with established training directives;

b. prepare and maintain the annual training charts and cadet training records;

c. plan the monthly training schedule and assign qualified instructors to individual courses/classes;

d. assist and supervise instructors and senior cadets in the preparation and presentation of their courses/classes;

e. arrange to obtain guest speakers and other voluntary instructors to supplement corps staff;

f. advise the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer on, and coordinate corps special training projects, exercises and citizenship tours;

g. select and submit demands for training films and other visual aids;

h. ensure RCSCC HOWE is in possession of all required training materiel and reference manuals;

j. ensure the ongoing individual training and development of all instructional staff;

k. ensure that an adequate system of examinations is used to monitor the efficiency of training and individual cadets' progress;

l. compile all training and examination results;

m. ensure that the training programme is complete;

n. ensure that an adequate sports programme is in place and utilized;

6 assume such other duties as assigned by the Executive Officer or Commanding Officer.

Special Programs

6.2 Uniform Human Rights Advisor & Environmental Officer (UHRA/TREESO)

1.8.1 The Uniform Human Rights Advisor & Environmental Officer shall be an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre and designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.8.2 The Uniform Human Rights Advisor responsibilities lie out side the regular Chain of Command but is to keep the Commanding Officer informed of on going cases and shall:

6 be responsible directly to the Commanding Officer for instituting a CHAPS and SHARP program at the corps level in accordance with DND policies and procedures.

b. work in conjunction with the appropriate local authorities as required.

c. institute and monitor a local training program for all corps staff

d. arrange for all quest speakers in conjunction with the TrgO with regards to such training.

e. undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.

1.8.3 The Environmental Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. be responsible directly to the Commanding Officer for instituting an environmental awareness program at the corps level in accordance with DND policies and procedures.

b. ensure that all local field training areas are properly assessed and prepared prior to the training exercises.

c. ensure that all environmental impact studies are carried out in accordance with DND policies and procedures.

6 ensure that all appropriate environmental protection measures are incorporated into each training exercise and proper recycling procedures are implemented and adhered to.

7 work in conjunction with the appropriate local authorities as required.

8 institute and monitor a local training program for all corps staff

g. arrange for all quest speakers in conjunction with the TrgO in conjunction with such training.

h. undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.

1.9.0 Range Safety Officer (RS0)

1.9.1 The Range Safety officer shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian and shall be appointed by the Commanding officer and shall:

a. have successfully completed a Range Safety Officer course (Small and/or Large bore and/or Air Rifle) as conducted by the Central Region Land Operations Branch;

b. be qualified on the weapon(s) being used in the range practice or exercise; and

c. insure an Officer certified in First Aid (emergency or standard) is present.

1.9.2 The RSO is directly responsible to the Commanding Officer and shall:

a. be in attendance and supervise the safety of all live firing and field firing exercises;

b. ensure the safety of all personnel while on the range;

c. implement and ensure the observance of safety regulations promulgated in appropriate publications;

d. ensure the safe conduct of all activities associated with live range firing and field firing with blank ammunition:

e. cease the firing when, in his opinion, conditions exist which constitute a hazard;

f. appoint either a Regular or Reserve Force member in the rank of Sergeant or above, or a CIC officer to command the butt party when applicable;

g. inspect the range(s) on which it is intended to employ personnel in butts, to ensure:

(i) safety arrangements are adequate, and

(ii) no metal portions of the target frames or butt mechanisms are so situated that they may be struck by bullets fired from the firing point; and

h. report all unsafe range equipment to Range control personnel and/or Commanding officer and recommend changes to existing orders, in the interest of safety.

Section Heads

1.10.0 Director of Music (DMus)

1.10.1 The Director of Music shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian Instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.10.2 The Director of Music is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. be responsible for the musical training of all band personnel. The music program shall be approved by the TrgO.

b. be responsible to the Executive Officer for the parading of the band and the music played by the band.

c. maintain an inventory of all the instruments and music required for the operation of the band.

d. establish and maintain corps standards for bandsman qualifications which shall be approved by the Executive Officer.

e. undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.

1.11.0 Gunnery Officer (GunO)

1.11.1 The Gunnery Officer shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian Instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.11.2 The Gunnery Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

6 be responsible to the TrgO for drill and gunnery trade training.

7 be responsible to the Executive Officer for the parading of the Guard.

c. be responsible for drill purpose weapons, flags and all equipment related to gunnery training in conjunction with the SupO.

d. ensure all guards and other special parties are turned out and correct.

e. be responsible for all parades and is to ensure that all ceremonies are carried out in accordance with CEP 201.

f. undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.

1.12.0 Boats Officer (BoatsO)

1.12.1 The Boats Officer shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian Instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.12.2 The Boats Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. be responsible to the TrgO for the Bos’n and Sail training of all personnel.

b. be responsible to the Executive Officer for the parading of the Bos’n and Sail Divisions.

c. maintain an inventory of all boats and equipment required for the operation of the sail program and applicable trades training.

d. keep Commanding Officer informed via Executive Officer of maintenance and replacement required of all above mentioned equipment.

e. undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.

1.13.0 New Entry Officer (NEO)

1.13.1 The New Entry Officer shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian Instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.13.2 The Boats Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. conduct the New Entry training as per the program promulgated by the TrgO.

b. ensure all applications and pertinent information are issued to the new entry, completed and forwarded to the AdmO for appropriate action.

c. suggest to the TrgO changes or amendments to the new entry training program in order to increase its effectiveness.

d. act as the New Entry Divisional Officer.

e. undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Commanding Officer or Executive Officer.

Divisional Staff

1.14.0 The Divisional Officer (DO) – BandO, GuardO, DivO Bos’n, DivO Sail, and New EntryO

1.14.1 The Divisional Officer shall be either an officer of the Cadet Instructors Cadre or a Civilian Instructor, designated by the Commanding Officer.

1.14.2 The Divisional Officer is responsible to the Commanding Officer via the Executive Officer and shall:

a. be responsible for the welfare, efficiency, good order and discipline of his Division

b. make himself available for interviews with any cadet in his division whenever requested;

c. complete cadet P.E.R.s for cadets in his division, in the time-lines and frequency designated by the Commanding Officer;

d. act as a reference or spokesperson for cadets in his division brought up on defaulters.

Senior Cadets

1.20.0 Coxswain (Cox'n)

1.20.1 The Coxswain shall be appointed by the Commanding Officer. Regardless of seniority, he shall exercise command over all other cadets. He has responsibility for attendance at all musters, parades and rounds conducted by the Executive Officer, Commanding Officer and more senior officers (e.g. ACO, etc.)