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1. PURPOSE. This Handbook provides the safest, most efficient methods, techniques, andinformational guidance possible to navigate boats in maritime environments and situations.Major topics within this handbook are aids to navigation (ATON) and navigation.2. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The Boat Crew Seamanship Manual, COMDTINSTM16114.5C, is canceled.3. DISCUSSION. The subjects and principles discussed herein include U.S. Aids to Navigationsystem and maritime navigation principles and application.4. MAJOR CHANGES. First issue.5. DISCLAIMER. This guidance is not a substitute for applicable legal requirements, nor is ititself a rule. It is intended to provide operational guidance for Coast Guard personnel and isnot intended to nor does it impose legally-binding requirements on any party outside theCoast Guard.6. IMPACT ASSESSMENT. No impact assessment warranted.NER(01): WOW
