Ensuring all required entries are made in the deck log, and signing the log at the end of  the  watch Carrying  out  the  routine  as  published  in the  plan  of  the  day,  ensuring  the  executive officer,  CDO,  and  department  heads  are informed   of   circumstances   requiring changes in routine or other action on their part Ensuring boats are operated safely and all boat  safety  regulations  are  observed Supervising  the  operation  of  the  general announcing  system;  the  general  and chemical  alarms;  and  the  whistle,  gong, and bell Displaying  required  absentee  pennants, colors,  and  general  information  signals; and  supervising  the  rendering  of  honors Making  all  required  reports  to  the  CDO, executive officer, and commanding officer as directed by standing orders to the OOD Supervising and conducting the on-the-job training  for  the  JOOW,  JOOD,  and  the enlisted  personnel  of  the  quarterdeck watch The  duties  of  the  OOD  are  far  less  complex in port than at sea, but the in-port watch is still a  very  demanding  job.  The  OOD  supervises  the quarterdeck and gangway and greets all visitors. The  OOD  maintains  the  security  of  the  unit, inspects packages and liberty parties, and carries out the ship’s routine. While performing all these duties simultaneously, the OOD sometimes finds the job overwhelming. Having complete authority over the ship, under the CDO, enables the OOD to  control  all  the  functions  of  the  job. DIVISION OFFICERS As  mentioned  earlier,  your  first  assignment will probably be as a division officer. The size of a division varies. Some divisions may have as few as  5  personnel,  while  others  may  have  as  many as 300. Regardless of division size, as the division officer  you  will  be  responsible  for  ensuring  the division  operates  properly  and  efficiently.  Some of the duties and responsibilities of the division officer  are  as  follows: • • • • • • Assuming   responsibility   for   the   duties assigned   to   the   division   and   for   the conduct  of  subordinates Promptly  reporting  to  the  department  head repairs required or other defects needing correction that are beyond the capabilities of  the  division Ensuring  optimum  material  readiness within  the  division Directing  the  operation  of  the  division through  leading  petty  officers Supervising the performance of the work centers within the division in carrying out the ship’s maintenance and material man- agement Ensuring   damage   control   equipment, fittings,   and   checkoff   lists   in   assigned spaces  are  in  proper  working  condition  and are  properly  labeled These duties and responsibilities represent only a  portion  of  the  division  officer’s  tasks.  Other responsibilities  may  be  assigned  by  department heads,  the  executive  officer,  or  the  commanding officer.  Many  of  the  division  officer’s  duties  are performed daily, while others are performed less frequently. Sometimes   you   may   feel   you   don’t   have enough  hours  in  the  day  to  perform  all  of  your duties. This is where proper time management and the effective use of your division personnel come into  play.  To  run  your  division  effectively,  you have to delegate some of your authority to your chiefs  and  leading  petty  officers.  Keep  in  mind, however, that while you may delegate authority, you  cannot  delegate  your  responsibility  or accountability. INSPECTIONS One  way  the  division  officer  can  ensure  the division meets all of its requirements is by holding inspections.  By  personal  supervision  and  frequent inspections, the  division  officer  can  ensure personnel  satisfactorily  maintain  spaces,  equip- ment,   and   supplies   assigned   to   the   division. Through  these  inspections,  the  division  officer  can 4-5