Aloha, Here are the basics of what needs to be done to complete the training for the

National qualified Auxiliary Aids to Navigation (ATON) Verifier.

Download the PowerPoint onto your computer to assist you with the needed information for the

aid Verifier Performance qualification Standard check off booklet.  The PowerPoint parallels and

references all of the National designated training requirements which each new or current aid

verifier must complete in order to become a National qualified Auxiliary Aids to Navigation

(ATON) Verifier. 

Use any qualified and current AV to assist you with this training.  Verifying Officers are available

to check you off as you acquire knowledge and skills. I am also available to assist you at

anytime.

Below is a summary of the program.Contact Denise Ankrum DSO-NS, to schedule a Verifying Officer

Training Prerequisites

A. Completion of the following Auxiliary Training

1.  8-hour TCT Class

B. Completion of correspondence courses

1.  ICS 100

2.  ICS 700

C. BQ or AX membership status

D. Completion of PQS Workbook

E. Successful completion of unit specific requirements

F. Verifying Officer recommendation for certification as a USCG Auxiliary Aids Verifier

G. Documentation sent to DSO-NS for approval and forwarding to DIRAUX for certification

Major Tasks

Tasks

1.0 Auxiliary Aid Verifier - Charts and Nautical Publications

2.0 Auxiliary Aid Verifier - US Aids to navigation System

3.0 Auxiliary Aid Verifier - Private Aids to navigation (PATON)

4.0 Auxiliary Aid Verifier - Aids to Navigation Discrepancies

5.0 Auxiliary Aid Verifier - Private Aids to Navigation (PATON) Documentation

6.0 Auxiliary Aid Verifier - Bridges

7.0 Auxiliary Aid Verifier - Private Aids to navigation (PATON) Certification and Currency Maintenance

8.0 Auxiliary Chart Updater - Charts and Nautical Publications