To which office should MISHAPs ultimately be reported?

MISHAPs, which refer to incidents that result in damage or injury, should ultimately be reported to the CG-113 office. This office is responsible for overseeing safety and accident investigations within the Coast Guard. Reporting to this office ensures that the information is processed by the appropriate authority that can analyze the incident, track trends, and implement necessary safety measures to prevent future occurrences.

Understanding the specific roles of the different offices can help clarify why CG-113 is the appropriate point of contact for MISHAP reporting. Other offices, such as CG-114, CG-111, and CG-112, have different responsibilities, such as policy formulation, operational oversight, and planning. Therefore, they do not specifically handle MISHAP reports with the same focus and expertise as CG-113 does. This distinction is crucial in ensuring that incidents are managed effectively and that the appropriate oversight can promote a culture of safety within the Coast Guard.