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Command Philosophy

CAPT Dave Klipp
Commanding Officer, USCGC MELLON

MISSION PERFORMANCE

· Successful mission accomplishment is why MELLON exists. It’s what we get paid to do. We shall deliver a high return on the taxpayer’s investment.

READINESS

· Crewmembers must be personally ready to accomplish the mission. We must know our jobs. We must be ready to sail mentally and physically.

· Training is essential to get the job done safely, efficiently and professionally. We will strive to go beyond the minimum training requirements and put forth our best effort to add realism to training evolutions.

· Our ship, her boats, equipment, and the embarked helicopter are the means by which the mission gets done. We must keep them in good condition and operate them within appropriate limits.

PROFESSIONALISM

· We shall keep this ship safe, clean and seamanlike at all times. These traits are a hallmark of a crew that is proud of their ship. They instill confidence with the American public that a capable asset with a competent crew is ready to protect the homeland.

· Our on-duty and off-duty conduct will reflect the high standards of professional seaman and service Core Values. Watch standing, appearance and interaction with the public are particular areas of focus.

LEADERSHIP

· Shipmates pull their own weight. We respect each other. We take care of each other. We take action whenever a shipmate is standing into danger.

· Leadership takes effort. Know your people, their interests and concerns. Assist them with achieving their career goals.

· Good leaders promptly correct substandard performance, provide encouragement, recognize a job well done and strive to achieve esprit de corps across all ranks and rates.

· Leaders endeavor to achieve a balance between Coast Guard work and time off/family time. Leaders know such balance is essential to personal readiness.

SAFETY

· Safety is paramount both in port and underway. Our safety programs and risk management processes will reflect this emphasis.

· There may be times when we are called upon to place ourselves in harm’s way. Risk must be thoroughly evaluated and minimized where possible before doing so. The benefit must always justify the risk.

· Crew and mariner safety come before saving property.

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Last Modified 1/26/2012