The Trident Program

An Auxiliary Program for Direct Support and Augmentation

Marine Safety Training Ribbon    Trident Device    

Trident & MS Ribbon Resources/ PQS Updates       

Marine Safety Training Ribbon (MSTR)

The below listed courses do not need to be done in any order, however going through the courses in order will help members to understand the program.

Good Mate Course - This course is your first setup in the MSTR. This course can be done completely on-line (e-course). To get started  study the Good Mate Course Study Guide...link Once you have studied this and feel comfortable with the content you can go the National Testing Center to take this test. 

Introduction to Marine Safety and Environmental Protection - This course is the bases for the USCG IIMS course. This test is also an online (e course) the IMSEP Study Guide  and the IMSEP test are provided in this website for easy access by members.

Completion of Incident Command System (ICS210 or 300) Must be taught by USCG certified Instructors.  (4 Hours)  - or - Completion of Incident Command System NIMS Intermediate (ICS300 - FEMA) Must be taught by FEMA Certified Instructors (3 Days). Please remember that the ICS 100,200,700,800 as listed above are also required.

Marine Safety (IIMS) - Completion of Initial Indoctrination to Marine Safety (IIMS) Test must be given, proctored by USCG Active Duty. Members can download the IIMS Study Guide by clicking here. The Bldg number for the location of the IIMS test is Bldg 3 (the white bldg near the exchange and the main gate). Please contact your FSO-MS or  FSO-MT for more information.

Marine Safety Training Ribbon Application - After you have completed the requirements for the Marine Safety Training Ribbon complete the application and send it to your DSO-MS for completion.  If you need help with the training, work with your FSO-MS and/or FSO-MT for assistance.

Note: There is one possible requirement/pre-requisite for Trident that is NOT a requirement for the MSTR, obtaining a satisfactory PSI for a Direct Operations (DO) Clearance.  This is determined by the local unit you will be working for, based upon the type of augmentation duties you will be performing.  As this requirement varies from district to district and according to the needs of the local unit check with your local MS staff Officer to see if you need to obtain one.  If you do, you might want to start the paperwork now, as it may take 6 months or more to complete.  Forms and instructions can be obtained on the US HR Departments website

Trident Device

The Trident program is a good model for the development of your skills and experience in Marine Safety. We strongly recommend you pursue your Trident qualification. But remember that the Trident program is only a guide; that your progress in marine safety will depend on your commitment and dedication to the program. Moreover, we do not want people to pursue Marine Safety qualifications unless they intend to remain active in the field, both in support of the Coast Guard and in training other Auxiliarists.
 

There are several prerequisites in the Trident program: Introduction to Marine Safety and Environmental Protection, Initial Indoctrination to Marine Safety, Incident Command System, and Good Mate. Completion of these courses will provide you with an excellent foundation in the marine safety area.

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