DEPARTMENT OF TH E NAVY
OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT OF MIDSHIPMEN
UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY
101 BUCHANAN ROAD
ANNAPOLIS , MARYLAND 21402-5100
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COMMANDANT OF MIDSHIPMEN INSTRUCTION 1500 . 3
From:
Commandant of Midshipmen
Subj:
NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE (SEAL) SCREENER
Ref:
(a) NAVSPECWARCEN 11102.1F
(b) OPNAVINST 1500.75C
(c) OPNAVINST 3500.39C
Encl :
(1) Evolution Guide
(2) USNA NSW (SEAL) Screener Risk Assessment Worksheet
1.
Purpose.
To promulgate policy , procedures, and reports as it
pertains to the execution of the SEAL Screener Program.
The SEAL
Screener is vital to the selection of Midshipmen for acceptance to the
SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection (SOAS) program during their 1/C
summer and ultimately assignment to Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL
(BUD/S) training following commission.
2.
Scope . This instruction applies to the United States Naval
Academy (USNA) SEAL Program and all supporting elements.
3. Action.
SEAL Program Director and supporting elements will comply
with the instruction throughout the planning and execution of both the
Fall and Spring SEAL Screeners.
4.
Responsibilities
a.
USNA SEAL Program Director
(1) Responsible to the Director of Professional Development
and the Commandant of Midshipmen.
(2) Designated as the overall Officer in Charge (OIC) of the
screener throughout all phases of the program.
(3) Responsible for the Operational Risk Management (ORM)
analysis of the program as well as the proper implementation of
designated controls throughout all evolutions per references (a)
through (c) .
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(4) Provide a confirmation brief to the Commandant of
Midshipmen for decision no later than one week prior to the first
evolution.
(5) Maintain a comprehensive and objective scoring system for
all evolutions and provide a final ranking of all candidates who
complete the screener.
(6) Following the completion of both the Fall and Spring
Screener, provide USNA Summer Training program with a list of
qualified candidates for follow on participation in the SOAS program.
b.
High Risk Training Safety Officer
(1) Responsible to the Commandant of Midshipmen, reports
directly to the Director of Professional Development.
(2) Ensure the planning and execution of the screening program
is in accordance with reference (b) and in line with the guidance
provided by the Commandant of Midshipmen.
(3) Serve as command representative during any Class A
training mishap associated with the screening program. When directed,
convene a training Safety Investigation Board (SIB) subsequent to a
training mishap per reference (c) .
c.
Brigade Medical Unit
(BMU)
(1) Responsible to the Commandant of Midshipmen and supporting
to the SEAL Program Director throughout the duration of the screener .
(2) Provide Medical personnel support throughout the duration
of the event to include both medical officers and corpsman.
(3) Ensure a Senior Medical Officer is assigned to and on call
throughout the duration of all training evolutions.
(4) Provide routine medical evaluations of the candidates both
during and after the screener.
(5) Coordinate with local treatment facilities to facilitate
the CASEVAC of any students injured during the course of the training
evolutions.
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Distribution:
All Non-Mids (Electronically)
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EVOLUTION GUIDE
BOAT CREW RUCK
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To provide students with a challenging
environment in which to demonstrate determination, physical ability,
teamwork, and the ability to communicate effectively throughout a
physically demanding task.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a. Cadre will brief the ruck course, inspect gear, ensure all
students have canteens filled with water, and lead a warm up and
stretch session prior to the ruck run.
b. Students will be split into as many groups of five as
possible. Excess members will be put in a group of three or seven.
group of five will be given three rucks. A group of three will be
given two rucks. A group of seven will be given four rucks.
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c. Students will be instructed to complete the course but they
will not be allowed to shoulder a ruck. The only way to carry a ruck
will be by the frame or the straps by hand.
Students may carry a ruck
together or alone.
d. Students will be able to stop and rest to switch out positions
or go over strategy only after executing 20 push-ups as a group.
e. A Cadre member will follow each group to record scores and
observe.
f . Certain checkpoints will be in place to ensure students have
ample water.
g. At the completion of the ruck run students will be given
water, food, and an opportunity to stretch.
h. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
3.
SCORING:
a.
(+2) Student is actively involved in the leadership and
problem solving of the group.
Student is actively involved in
carrying his share of the weight.
Student is en~ouraging others and
striving to win.
Student puts his personal discomfort aside for the
success of the group.
b.
(0) Student is somewhat involved in the decision making
process, however is not exhibiting a desire to ensure the group is
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performing at the highest level.
Student is neither displaying
exceptional performance nor poor performance.
Student is trying to
make it through the evolution rather than excelling or failing.
c.
( - 2) Student offers little to no input on group success.
Student lags behind both physically and mentally.
Student is not
carrying their fair share of weight and is a hindrance to the success
of the boat crew.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Cadre will spread out along the course in case student
requires attention.
If a student requires to see a Corpsman the Cadre
will radio or call into the OIC/CPO who will then direct medical
support.
b.
The primary medical vehicle will be staged at the anchors.
c. Students who are drastically falling behind and well below
normal walking pace will be checked for medical issues.
If student is
medically cleared but unable to perform at a minimum standard, the
OIC/CPO will be notified immediately.
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EVOLUTION GUIDE
BOAT PADDLE
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To transit, by boat, from USNA to Naval
Station Annapolis (NSA) by crossing the Severn River. Transit period
will be done as a group with boat support.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Cadre will brief the course and ensure students are wearing
life jackets.
b.
Cadre will ensure all vehicles and supporting elements are
ready to move and aware of the route to NSA.
c.
Cadre will ensure that support boat(s) are on station and
ready with medical support on board.
d.
Cadre will release the students to paddle following the Naval
Academy Bridge and then heading along the shore to the landing site.
3.
SCORING. Boat paddle will not be scored unless Cadre members ride
along in the boat.
Scoring will be based upon the 1 , 0, -1 criteria.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Support boat will have medical personnel on board as well as
communications with OIC/CPO on shore.
b.
Students will have life jackets on.
c.
Before releasing students to paddle , Cadre will ensure that
boat crew leaders are briefed on the route and how to wave down boat
support for an emergency.
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BOAT PT
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To provide students with a competitive and
challenging environment in which to demonstrate determination,
physical ability, leadership, and teamwork. Additionally, this
evolution reminds the students of the importance of winning races and
the rewards that come along with strong performance.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a. Boat PT will be organized so as to work upper body exercises
the first half, followed by an instructor led land portage for the
remaining half.
b.
Each boat will have at least one 1/C assigned to monitor
safety and record performance. SEAL Cadre will be present during the
entire evolution.
c.
For upper body exercises, students will perform: up boat/down
boat drills, 4-count boat push-ups, extended arm carry, seated
extended arm flutter kicks, and head carry sit ups.
d.
Lower body portion will consist of an instructor led brisk
walk/slow jog. Boats will be expected to remain bow to stern with
each boat crew member carrying their weight.
e. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
3.
SCORING:
a.
(+3) Student is aggressively attacking every exercise,
motivating crew and classmates.
Student is demonstrating physical
strength and determination while closely following the instructor's
commands.
b.
(0) Student is performing averagely.
Student is neither
displaying exceptional performance nor poor performance.
Student is
trying to make it through the evolution rather than excelling or
failing.
c.
( - 3) Student is using poor form during exercises or not
meeting the standard.
Student lags behind both physically and
mentally.
Student is not carrying their fair share of weight and is a
hindrance to the success of the boat crew.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Boat PT will be conducted in an area that safely allows for
ample range of movement of students and boats.
b.
group.
Corpsman and safety observers will be in close proximity to
c.
point.
Students will not run with the boat on their head at any
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BREAKOUT
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To introduce students to the high intensity
environment of the screener while providing them an opportunity to
demonstrate determination, situational awareness, and teamwork in the
face of adversity.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Instructors will create an environment of stress and confusion
by giving commands in rapid succession.
b.
Instructors will attempt to split up boat crews and swim
buddies by giving commands which force students to "hit the surf",
drop, perform buddy carries, and perform flutter kicks.
c. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
3.
SCORING:
a.
(+1) Student is aggressively attacking every exercise,
maintaining boat crew integrity, motivating crew and classmates.
Student is situationally aware and not overcome by events.
b.
(0) Student is performing averagely. Not seeking out
leadership opportunity nor shying away from his responsibility as a
boat crew member.
c.
(-1) Student is using poor form during exercises or not
meeting the standard.
Student seeks guidance from classmates and lags
behind both physically and mentally.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Ratios:
b.
Cadre will escort all students who hit the surf.
c.
Water will be available to prevent dehydration.
d.
group.
1 1/C Cadre minimum per boat crew.
Corpsman and safety observers will be in close proximity to
e.
Instructor positions:
Instructors will be in close proximity
to students/observers performing the evolution.
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DOWN MAN E COURSE
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To provide students with a challenging
environment in which to demonstrate determination, physical ability,
teamwork, and the ability to communicate effectively through difficult
terrain.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Cadre will brief the E course, inspect gear, and ensure all
students have canteens filled with water.
b. Students will be divided into as many groups of five as
possible.
Excess students will form a group of six.
c.
Students will be instructed to complete the E course while
carrying a down man.
d. All boat crew members except for the down man will be required
to complete all obstacles while ensuring that the down man does not
touch the ground.
If students require, some may proceed through the
obstacle while others hold the down man up and then return to carry
him while all finish the obstacle. The rope bridge will be the only
obstacle without a down man to ensure all students cross safely.
e.
Every five minutes the crew will be instructed to switch out
the down man with another member.
f.
At the completion of the E course students will be given
water, food, and an opportunity to stretch.
g. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
3.
SCORING:
a.
(+2) Student is actively involved in the problem solving
decisions of the group.
Student has a clear vision for successful
navigation of obstacles while listening to the inputs of crew members.
Student is actively involved in carrying his share of the weight.
b.
(0) Student is somewhat involved in the decision making
process, however is not exhibiting a desire to ensure the group is
performing at the highest level.
Student is neither displaying
exceptional performance nor poor performance.
Student is trying to
make it through the evolution rather than excelling or failing.
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c.
(-2) Student offers little to no input on group success.
Student lags behind both physically and mentally.
Student is not
carrying their fair share of weight and is a hindrance to the success
of the boat crew.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a. A Cadre member will stay with each crew as they navigate the E
course.
b.
If a student requires to see a Corpsman the Cadre will radio
or call into the OIC/CPO who will then direct medical support.
c.
The primary medical vehicle will be staged at the main parking
lot by the double anchors.
d. A Corpsman will roam the halfway point of the E course and
stage at the high wall ladder climb.
e.
At no time will a down man be maneuvered through an obstacle.
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INDIVIDUAL RUCK
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To provide students with a challenging
environment in which to demonstrate determination, physical ability,
and the drive to win. Additionally, this evolution serves the purpose
of collecting quantifiable data from an individual effort evolution.
Ruck sand bags should weigh 40 lbs.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Cadre will brief the ruck course, inspect gear, ensure all
students have canteens filled with water, and lead a warm up and
stretch session prior to the ruck run.
b.
Students will begin the ruck run.
c. Cadre will position themselves throughout the course to ensure
students are on the correct route and give direction as necessary.
d.
Certain checkpoints will be in place to ensure students have
ample water.
e. At the completion of the ruck run students will be given
water, food, and an opportunity to stretch
f. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
3.
SCORING:
a.
data.
Scoring for this evolution will be made based upon finish time
b.
Top third will be given a score of 2, middle third a 0, and
bottom third a -2.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Cadre will spread out along the course in case student
requires medical attention.
If a student requires to see a Corpsman
the Cadre will radio or call into the OIC/CPO who will then direct
medical support.
b.
The primary medical vehicle will follow behind the last
student.
c.
Students who are drastically falling behind and well below
normal walking pace will be checked for medical issues.
If student is
medically cleared but unable to perform at a minimum standard, the
OIC/CPO will be notified immediately.
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INSPECTION
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To ensure proper head count and verify
students have all of the required gear as annotated in the warning
order.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Cadre will form up the class and ensure all members are
present.
b.
Cadre will begin inspecting each person and ensuring uniform
and gear are ready to begin training.
c.
Cadre will take possession of each extra gear bag containing
an extra uniform and swim mask.
d. At the completion of inspection, the class will move to the
next training evolution.
3.
SCORING.
Scoring for the inspection will not be given.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Students will not be dropped while wearing a ruck.
b.
Cadre will ensure that canteens are filled.
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BUD / S Surf Conditioning Exposure Limits (FOUO)
59 deg or less:
Cycle 1Cycle 2 Cycle 3 -
IN
10
10
8
OUT
5
3
Finished
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
60 - 64 deg
Cycle 1Cycle 2Cycle 3-
IN
15
10
8
OUT
5
3
Finished
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
65 deg or warmer:
Cycle 1Cycle 2Cycle 3-
IN
20
12
8
OUT
5
3
Finished
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
Maximum exposure limits at any one time:
Static (little or no movement)
59 or less:
10 mins
60-64:
15 mins
64-more:
20 mins
Moderate (constant
59 or less:
20
60 - 64:
25
64-more:
30
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
TIME/TEMP
motion , little exertion)
mins
mins
mins
High (constant motion , high exertion)
59 or less:
40 mins
60 - 64:
50 mins
64-more:
60 mins
USNA
38-45 DEG: MIDSHIPMEN WILL NOT SPEND LONGER THAN 5 MINUTES IN THE
WATER, ALWAYS UNDER DIRECT SUPERVISION.
NO GO CRITERIA:
FAHRENHEIT.
MIDSHIPMEN WILL NOT BE IN THE WATER UNDER 38 Deg
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PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To gain further objective data on candidates'
physical ability in selected exercises in a fatigued state.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Class will muster in the MacDonough Hall gym basketball courts
where they will be briefed on the exercises.
Class will then be put
into formation, at attention, and facing away until groups are called
up to perform exercises.
b. Max Dead Hang Pull-up: Students will perform a maximum set of
pull - ups.
Cadre will watch to ensure perfect form is executed.
Scores will be recorded.
c. Max Bench Press @ 135lbs: Students will move to the weight
room where they will conduct a maximum amount of repetitions with
135lb bench press.
Cadre will spot and monitor for safety and proper
count. Bar must touch the chest and be raised to full lock out for a
complete rep to be counted.
3. SCORING. Scoring for this evolution will record all quantitative
results in each exercise. Top third 1, middle third 0, and bottom
third -1. Each test will be scored so that a student can receive up
to 2 points for this evolution.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Spotters will be placed at each bench station and monitor for
safety.
b.
Students will have canteens present.
c.
Hospital Corpsman (HM) coverage will be at training site.
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3 MILE SANDBAG RUN
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To provide students with a challenging
environment in which to demonstrate determination, physical ability,
and the drive to win. Additionally, this evolution serves the purpose
of collecting quantifiable data from an individual effort evolution.
Ruck sandbags should weigh 40 lbs.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Cadre will brief the course.
b. Students will remove sandbags from their rucks and stage at
the start line .
c.
Cadre will position themselves throughout the course to ensure
students are on the correct route and give direction as necessary.
d.
Students will begin the run and complete the course.
e. At the completion of the run students will be given water,
food, and an opportunity to stretch.
f.
At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
3. SCORING.
Scoring for this evolution will be made based upon
finish time data . Top third will be a 1, middle third a 0, and bottom
third a - 1. A DNF will be given to students who do not finish the
required distance.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Cadre will spread out along the course in case a student
requires medical attention.
If a student requires to see a Corpsman
the Cadre will radio or call into the OIC/CPO who will then direct
medical support.
b. The primary medical vehicle and water will be staged at the
START/FINISH line.
c.
Cadre will position themselves or chemlights on the course to
alert students of any possible obstacles (potholes, curbs, etc.).
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WATER COMPETENCY PHASE
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE:
a. To provide students with a challenging water-intensive
environment in which to demonstrate determination and composure while
performing physically and mentally demanding tasks . Water Competency
Phase will be broken into four specific evolutions:
(1)
Mask Appreciation
(2)
The Tread
(3)
The Swim
(4)
Down Man Swim
***Students will be led into the pool area AFTER changing into clean
NWUs***
2.
MASK APPRECIATION EVOLUTION STEPS:
a. Students will be told to lie down shoulder to shoulder with
their heads over the edge of the pool with Cadre evenly spaced out to
monitor students .
b. When instructed to do so, students will don their masks and
fill them with water.
c.
Students will be instructed to keep their mask full of water,
eyes open, and heads up.
d.
Once all students have filled their masks, they will begin
flutter kicking as a class for 10 minutes .
e. After 10 minutes has elapsed, students will remove masks and
prepare for The Tread.
f.
Scoring.
Pass or Fail.
(1) (Pass) Student is actively maintaining water in his mask.
Student is refilling mask on his own and when told to by Cadre
regardless of physical difficulty.
Student is performing flutter
kicks and attempting to sound off with the class.
(2) (Fail) Student does not fill mask when told to do so and
student is not performing flutter kicks with the class.
Student is
repeatedly taking their mask off in an attempt to avoid the evolution.
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3.
THE TREAD EVOLUTION STEPS :
a.
The class will be instructed to enter the water and begin to
treading with even ranks that face the Cadre. Students will be told
to maintain their heads above water at all times and to stay off of
the lane lines.
b.
The Tread will consist of:
(1) 10 Minute tread, 100 push-ups
(2) 8 Minute tread, 80 push-ups
(3) 6 Minute tread, 60 push - ups
(4) 4 Minute tread, 40 push-ups
(5) 2 Minute tread, 20 push - ups
c. After the first block of 10 minutes elapses , students will be
told to e x it the pool and drop. They will be instructed to "push them
out" after every set of 20 until reaching 100 push - ups. The lead
instructor will pause momentarily between sets of push - ups.
d. After the push-ups are complete, students will continue the
next round and so forth until all push - ups and t r ead iterations are
completed.
e. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the swim.
f.
Scoring:
(1) (+1) Student is maintaining the tread in its entirety.
Student is seeking out opportunity to mo t ivate his classmates and
encourage others.
Student is motivated when entering and exiting the
pool while aiding classmates.
Student executes push-ups in above
average fashion.
( 2 ) (0) Student is performing the tread a majority of the time
with minimal need to grasp lane lines or take a b r eak.
Student is
focused on himself and executes the evolution without e x erting extra
effort to assist others.
Student executes average pushups.
(3) ( - 1) Student is displaying mental and physical weakness by
taking breaks and hanging on to lane lines.
Student is using poor
form during pushups and resting on his knees .
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4.
THE SWIM EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
Students will be equally split into lane lines and instructed
that they will be conducting a lap swim for maximum repetitions in a
given amount of time.
b.
Students will swim combat side stroke with masks on.
c. As each student completes a lap, he will sound off with "Last
Name and Lap Number".
Cadre will record laps for the duration of 30
minutes.
d. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to Down Man
Swim.
e.
Scoring will give a 1 for the top third number of laps, a 0
for the middle, and -1 for the bottom third.
5. DOWN MAN SWIM:
a.
Students will be split up into as many groups of 5 as possible
and instructed to get into a lane with masks off.
b.
One person in each group will represent a down man and be
unable to swim on his own power. Other members of the group will be
instructed to swim him one complete lap.
c. After each lap is completed, a new person will become the down
man and the one who was the down man will now help swim again.
d.
Students will continue to swim for the allotted time of 30
minutes.
e. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
f.
Scoring:
(1) (+1) Student is taking an active leadership role in the
group and motivating others to compete and excel.
(2) (0) Student is performing averagely and not seeking to
lead the group nor being a hindrance.
(3) (-1) Student is not carrying their fair share of weight
and is a hindrance to the success of the boat crew.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Providers, Corpsmen, and oxygen equipment will be staged and
ready near the entry of the pool.
b. At no time will a student be physically moved or touched in
the pool unless for safety reasons.
c.
Students who display distress and exhaustion will not be
forced to continue training against their will.
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WATER FAMILIARIZATION
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To provide students with a mentally
challenging environment in which to demonstrate determination,
teamwork, and the ability to thrive and acclimate to conditions of
cold and fatigue.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a.
water.
Students will line up side by side on the land facing the
They will lock arms and await further instructions.
b. On the command "forward, march", students will take a step
forward into the water. This will continue until the Phase Commander
deems it deep enough.
c. On the command "about face" students will turn to face the
shoreline.
d. On the command "take seats" students will sit down in the
water and submerge their bodies up to the neck, while remaining locked
at the arms.
e.
Students will remain in the water until the command "recover".
f.
Students will reverse the process out of the water.
g. Repeat steps 2 - 6 for the approved amount of time determined by
the OIC, Corpsman, and safety observer.
3.
SCORING.
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Scoring for this evolution will not be made.
Cadre will spread out evenly to monitor the entire class.
b. Water Familiarization will be conducted in an area that
provides ample room for students to lie down in an unobstructed area.
The beach at Hospital Point is preferred.
c. Medical providers, Corpsman, and safety observers will be in
close proximity to group.
d.
Medical van will have rewarming equipment ready and heaters on.
e. Students who display signs of hypothermia, are in obvious
distress, or fail to respond to stimuli will be sent to a Corpsman
immediately.
f.
BUD/S immersion tables will be followed at all times based on
the water temp.
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EVOLUTION GUIDE
WHISTLE DRILLS
1. OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE. To provide students with a physically
challenging environment in which to demonstrate determination and
physical ability. Whistle drills will test a student's drive to
perform well without the presence of apparent rewards.
2.
EVOLUTION STEPS:
a. The entire class will be instructed on whistle drills during
protocol brief, however, a brief refresher will be given for the first
session of the Screener.
(1) 1 Whistle
over ears.
=
Drop in place with ankles crossed and hands
(2) 2 Whistles
Low crawl towards the whistle.
(3) 3 Whistles
Stand up at attention.
(4) When a student has reached the person who is signaling,
they will remain in the prone position with ankles crossed and hands
over ears.
b. After instructions are given, students will begin whistle
drills.
c. Whistle drills will be executed so that the students are low
crawling approximately 25-30 yards each time.
d.
Instructors will continue signaling in order to keep the
students moving and allowing only the top finishers to rest
momentarily.
e. At the completion of the evolution students will muster,
accountability will be taken, and students will move on to the next
evolution.
3.
SCORING:
a.
(+1) Student is aggressively attacking the low crawl and
making every attempt to consistently be in the first group to reach
the instructor.
b.
(0) Student is performing averagely.
Student is content to
remain in the pack without exerting extra effort to be first or
lagging behind.
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c.
(-1) Student is low crawling slowly and without a sense of
urgency. Student is consistently in the back of the pack and trailing
his classmates.
**Roster numbers will be recorded from students in roughly the top 1015% as well as the bottom 10-15%**
4.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
a.
Cadre will spread out evenly to monitor the entire class.
b. Whistle drills will be conducted in an area that has been
cleared of any objects which may harm students.
c.
group.
Corpsman and safety observers will be in close proximity to
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USNA NSW (SEAL}
Activity I Exercise Name:
Organization:
Hazards
Strains/
Sprains/
Dislocations/
Trauma/
Mechanical
Injury
2015 Fall Semester NSW Screener
Date:
USNA
Pro})abil,ity
of Misb.ap
Screener Risk Assessment Worksheet
Effects
of
Misb.ap
I Prepared
09-10 Oct 2015
Risk
Level
(RAC)
Control~;~
By:
LT Doug McMahon, Ext. 3-6032
Implemented
- Mids with a history of injuries will be
documented and monitored.
- Safety brief identifies potential hazards.
Cadre will inspect the equipment, training
area, and supervise.
- All participants have completed pre-training to
include physical training.
- Demonstration of evolution provided by cadre to
include proper form.
- Dedicated medical personnel, medical gear, and
transport are available with 2-way comms .
- Teamwork will be emphasized during all
evolutions .
Cadre will provide water at all times to
participants, and regular water breaks will be
conducted between each evolution.
- Mids will carry canteens to all evolutions .
- Water will be available w/Med staff.
- Water breaks will be mandatory for trainees.
- Cadre and medical staff will monitor water
consumption.
Food will also be provided to sustain energy
stores.
- An up-to-date weather forecast and NOAA Tides
and Currents will be used for the evolution
briefs.
- Open water evolutions cancelled if small craft
advisory exists.
- OIC will move events inside IAW with COMDTINST
5090.1C.
Participants given adequate time to prepare
physically with notice provided in Aug.
Participants will be monitored by all training
staff .
Stretching will be performed frequently.
- Dedicated medical personnel, medical gear, and
transport are available with 2-way comms.
- Medical Checks will be done prior to the
screener.
Residual
Probability
Residual
Effect
Residual
Risk
Level
(RAC)
c
III
4
D
II
4
D
I
3
c
IV
5
-
c
III
4
-
Dehydration
D
II
4
-
Inclement
Weather
D
I
3
-
Overuse
Injuries
-
B
IV
4
-
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USNA NSW (SEAL} Screener Risk Assessment Worksheet
Activity I Exercise Name:
Organization:
Hazards
Cold Exposure/
Hypothermia
2015 Fall Semester NSW Screener
USNA
Date:
Probability
of Mishap
B
Effects
of
Mis:Q.ap
II
Risk
Level
09-10 Oct 2015
I Prepared By:
LT Doug McMahon, Ext. 3-6032
Controls Implemented
(RAC)
2
Heat Injury
D
II
4
Swimmers or
Zodiacs struck
by boat I
Vessel Traffic
c
II
3
Residual
Probability
Residual
Effect
Residual
Risk
Level
{RAC)
- Safety brief addresses prevention, signs,
symptoms, and detection of hypothermia.
- All swimmers will have an assigned "Swim Buddy"
prior to any open water evolution and ensure
swim-pair integrity throughout.
- Midshipmen will be monitored at all times for
symptoms of hypothermia.
- At all times, a warming vehicle equipped with
warm/ dry clothes, warming blankets, and
nutritional support will be available.
- Dedicated medical personnel, medical gear, and
transport are available with 2 -way comms.
- NSWC Immersion tables will be followed.
- Signs, symptoms, and management of heat related
injuries will be readdressed during medical
safety brief.
- Fluid intake is emphasized and monitored.
- Dedicated medical personnel, medical gear, and
transport are available with 2-way comms .
- Midshipmen will be monitored at all times for
symptoms of heat injury.
- Wet Bulb Temperature and USNA Flag condition
will be closely monitored.
- Safety boats control surface traffic.
- Min of 2 safety boats in water for open water
evolutions.
- Comms maintained between shore and water.
- All members have appropriate floatation.
- Dedicated medical personnel, medical gear, and
transport are available with 2-way comms.
- CASEVAC procedures established and implemented
as required.
- Detailed safety brief given prior to evolution .
Students will wear PPE during evolution.
Safety boats will place themselves between
students and vessel traffic.
2
c
II
3
D
II
4
D
II
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USNA NSW (SEAL) Screener Risk Assessment Worksheet
Activity I Exercise Name:
Organization:
Hazards
2015 Fall Semester NSW Screener
Date:
USNA
Probability
of Mishap
Effects
of
Mishap
I
09 - 10 Oct 2015
Prepared By :
LT Doug McMahon, Ext. 3-6032
Controls Implemented
Residual
Probability
Residual
Effect
Residual
Risk
Level
(RAC}
- During all pool skills evolutions, an in-water
safety ratio of cadre safety swimmers to 2 / C
MIDN will be 1:2 (one cadre member per two
MIDN).
- For pool evolutions, the OIC, two duty
Corpsmen, and a lifeguard(s) will be on deck at
all times as safety observers.
Cadre members will be given an unconscious
swimmer rescue safety brief prior to all water
evolutions .
- Cadre will be formally trained on procedures by
OIC/CPO before evolution.
- At no time will 2 / C MIDN be asked to hold their
breath.
- All swimmers will have an assigned "Swim Buddy"
prior to any swim. All swims will be indoors.
Small Boats will be outfitted with chemlites.
- The ratio of safety observers for small boat
operations will be no less than three cadre
members to one boat crew, utilizing cadre on
land and on the water.
- OIC will continuously assess wind/sea-state
conditions . OW evolutions will be cancelled if
small craft advisory is in effect.
- Dedicated medical personnel, medical gear, and
transport are available with 2-way comms.
CASEVAC procedures established and
implemented as required.
- Detailed Safety Brief given prior to the
evolution .
D
I
3
Risk
Level
(RAC}
-
Drowning/
Neardrowning/Loss
of
consciousness
D
I
3
-
-
MODERATE
EVOLUTION RISK (BASED ON HIGHEST RESIDUAL RISK LEVEL) :
Command
Review:
Approval:
-
3
Organization:
Organization:
LT Doug McMahon
COL S. E . Liszewski
3
SEAL Screener OIC
Commandant of Midshipmen
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Risk Ass e s s ment Code
(RAC) Matrix:
RAC Matrix
Likely - A
Hazard
Se verity
Critical - I
Serious - II
Moderate - III
Minor - IV
Mishap Probability
Probably - B
May - c
1
1
2
3
Risk Assessment Code (RAC) : 1 - Critical
1
2
3
4
2 - Seri ous
Unlikely - D
2
3
4
5
3 - Moderate
3
4
5
5
-
4 - Minor
5 - Negligible
Hazard Effe ct s :
Category I - The hazard may cause death, loss of facility/asset or result in grave damage to
national interests .
Category II - The hazard may cause severe injury, illness, property damage, damage to national or
service interests or degradation to efficient use of assets.
Category III - The hazard may cause minor injury, illness, property damage, damage to national
service or command interests or degradation to efficient use of assets.
Category IV - The hazard presents a minimal threat to personnel safe t y or health, property,
national, service or command interests or efficient u s e of assets. (RAC Definition)
Mishap Probability:
Likely - Likely to occur immediately or in a short period of time.
Expe c ted to occur several
times to an individual item or person , or cont i nuously to a g roup .
Probably - Probably will occur in time.
Reasonably expected to occur sometime to an individual
item or person, or continuously to a group.
May - May occur in time.
Reasonably expected to occur sometime to an individual item or person,
or several times to a group.
Unlike ly - Unlikely to occur.
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