Job Description of a Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard is under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The oldest continuous seagoing service, the Coast Guard's role includes ice breaking, environmental protection, search and rescue, aids to navigation, maritime law enforcement, port security and military readiness.
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Maritime Safety
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The Coast Guard duties are to provide the most effective response to distress calls, eliminating injuries, deaths or property damage associated with fishing, maritime transportation, and recreational boating.
Maritime Security
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The duties are to protect America's coastlines from intruders by halting the flow of illegal drugs and contraband, preventing illegal fishing, and suppressing federal law violations.
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Maritime Mobility
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The waterway management of the Coast Guard focuses on the prevention of marine accidents, and improving ways to cope with natural and manmade disasters. The Coast Guard maintains and patrols the navigable waterways system used for domestic trade and our national defense.
National Defense
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The Coast Guard protects our harbors, ports and coastlines from intruders by enforcing increased maritime security measures. The Coast Guard also assists foreign maritime and naval forces through training and joint operations.
Protection of Natural Resources
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The Coast Guard protects endangered species, fights against water pollution, promotes the importance of a clean water environment, and protects our waters from foreign poaching and overfishing.
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