BlueSkiesKel 0 #1 February 26, 2007 Ok, so many of you know I stand a watch, 12 hr night shifts to be exact, and my watch consists of 2 qualified watch officers in charge of the floor (I fill one of these) So, I got off the phone with my boss last nite, and he's like, Kelly, i've decided to permanently GAP you on the watch! (which means I'll be the only qualified watch officer, no partner) which we ONLY do in rare circumstances, when short on folks. So now, basically until July, EVERY time i'm at work, I have to do the job of 2 people!! and he didnt even sound like it was a big deal 5 watch sections, i'm the only one that now only has 1 officer, grrrr, I just think its crap that he wasnt at all concerned about it, taking away my watch partner and not giving me one in return. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildcard451 0 #2 February 26, 2007 he could have at least used some lube Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #3 February 26, 2007 You didn't give enough details about your job to answer that question. WHY is it tough with just one person? What kind of watch are you doing? Are you guarding from break-in, or fire? Big difference.~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSkiesKel 0 #4 February 26, 2007 its doing a lot of work on computers, i cant reveal much, but lets just say at least 50% of the time there is at least enough work for 2 people to do work.. on a class computer and an unclass computer.. so now i have to monitor both systems all the time! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #5 February 26, 2007 Quoteits doing a lot of work on computers, i cant reveal much, but lets just say at least 50% of the time there is at least enough work for 2 people to do work.. on a class computer and an unclass computer.. so now i have to monitor both systems all the time! Without revealing too much, I can say that I did something similar in the army. We always had 2, for security reasons. There wasn't a lot of work...just monitoring and communication. I guess now and then we'd get 2 things at once that had to be done at the same time...but mainly we had 2 people for security (har-har. not like we got anyone out there that was a 'threat' accept soldiers' ex-girlfriends or the wives the girlfriends were competing with. I worked with a few real slobs.) ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSkiesKel 0 #6 February 26, 2007 Quotehe could have at least used some lube seriously brandon! this is a total.. BOHICA (bend over, here it comes again) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #7 February 26, 2007 Is there a liability issue for when you take your breaks and no one is there to spell you? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSkiesKel 0 #8 February 26, 2007 QuoteIs there a liability issue for when you take your breaks and no one is there to spell you? this is why i'm mad.. i cant really take breaks since i'll be the only qualified person here.. i'm stuck... usually when there are 2 of us here, we can take a workout break or walk around base for a bit if we are tired.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #9 February 26, 2007 I'd be pissed too. Is the coast guard the same as the military or do you have actual contractual rights? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSkiesKel 0 #10 February 26, 2007 QuoteI'd be pissed too. Is the coast guard the same as the military or do you have actual contractual rights? lol.. we're military Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #11 February 26, 2007 Ah well, no hope then. Good luck though! You'll need it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nanook 1 #12 February 26, 2007 Quoteits doing a lot of work on computers, i cant reveal much, but lets just say at least 50% of the time there is at least enough work for 2 people to do work.. on a class computer and an unclass computer.. so now i have to monitor both systems all the time! AAHH. . .one of those. I'm thinking you Toastie Coasties are the same with the Navy in protocol with classified stuff. In the Instructions, there is always a two-man rule. I say, check to see if this is legal, or you do not have a prayer if something goes down._____________________________ "The trouble with quotes on the internet is that you can never know if they are genuine" - Abraham Lincoln Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHusband 0 #13 February 26, 2007 here's the deal. you may be getting screwed, i don't know. the best thing you can do is suck it up and do the best you can. when handed a pile of shit, you can either bitch and moan, or you can use this as an opportunity to shine. next time you need bullets for your fitrep or eval (i don't know if you're officer or enlisted) you can use this. I spent 6 years in the navy, and if the coast guard is anything similar, you just have to expect that you will get screwed constantly. and just remember, the reward for good work is more work. "Your scrotum is quite nice" - Skymama www.kjandmegan.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
floridadiver81 0 #14 February 26, 2007 I forget the DOD instruction..but somewhere there is a DOD wide instruction stating that you are REQUIRED a 10 minute break for every 1 man hour of work...no matter what kind of work it is. The only exception to that instruction is when standing an armed watch. I know its there becasue i had to use it at my first command for a similar situation like yours. It may behove you to do some research on it. and my personally...i would go higher than the person give the order and bitch to high heaven. Its not fair that they are only doing it to your watch section. If that doenst work..then go to your EOE person...then surely something will get done about it considering they are singling you out from the other 4 sections!!!"Age has absolutely nothing to do with knowledge, learning, respect, attitude, or personality." -yardhippie "Fight the air, and the air will kick your ass!!! "-Specialkaye Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonstark 8 #15 February 26, 2007 Handle it! This is a good opportunity to show the stuff you're made of. Do a good job and no griping. Show 'em you're worthy of promotion! hang tuff. jon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
floridadiver81 0 #16 February 26, 2007 Thats not wise..they they will start abusing the fact that she is a hard worker. There is alot of hard work that goes on in the military that always go unnoticed. Im approaching 7 years in...i have seen it too many times."Age has absolutely nothing to do with knowledge, learning, respect, attitude, or personality." -yardhippie "Fight the air, and the air will kick your ass!!! "-Specialkaye Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHusband 0 #17 February 26, 2007 QuoteI forget the DOD instruction..but somewhere there is a DOD wide instruction stating that you are REQUIRED a 10 minute break for every 1 man hour of work... that only applies if you're a smoker. if you don't smoke, fuck you, get back to work. "Your scrotum is quite nice" - Skymama www.kjandmegan.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
floridadiver81 0 #18 February 26, 2007 it applies to ALL DOD personell. I could look up the instruction being that im at work now..but they are in the Chief's office..which is locked."Age has absolutely nothing to do with knowledge, learning, respect, attitude, or personality." -yardhippie "Fight the air, and the air will kick your ass!!! "-Specialkaye Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSkiesKel 0 #19 February 26, 2007 i know i'm not supposed to bitch and just do my job.. but if i cant have fun and bitch on this site.. then what fun can i have come on now.. let me have some fun! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GravityJunky 0 #20 February 26, 2007 Quote Did my boss totally screw me over? Screwed? Hmm let's see, fucked but not kissed, and without your consensual approval, more like I think you got 'raped' in that instance Kid! He's an ass! That's my vote! Your watch partner should definitely been replaced, if for no other reason at least safety! Where are you stationed? Are you a lifer? well how ever this turns out for you Good Luck kid!*My Inner Child is A Fucking Prick Too! *Everyones entitled to be stupid but you are abusing the priviledge *Well I'd love to stay & chat, But youre a total Bitch! {Stewie} Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #21 February 26, 2007 QuoteThats not wise..they they will start abusing the fact that she is a hard worker. There is alot of hard work that goes on in the military that always go unnoticed. Im approaching 7 years in...i have seen it too many times. Doing a good job in the military is like pissing in a pair of navy slacks. It gives you a good warm feeling, but no one really notices. Same as the FAA. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #22 February 26, 2007 QuoteQuoteits doing a lot of work on computers, i cant reveal much, but lets just say at least 50% of the time there is at least enough work for 2 people to do work.. on a class computer and an unclass computer.. so now i have to monitor both systems all the time! AAHH. . .one of those. I'm thinking you Toastie Coasties are the same with the Navy in protocol with classified stuff. In the Instructions, there is always a two-man rule. I say, check to see if this is legal, or you do not have a prayer if something goes down. Depends on the level of into that she's working at... could be perfectly legal, security-wise, to single up the shift. It sucks, regardless...Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSkiesKel 0 #23 February 26, 2007 QuoteQuote Did my boss totally screw me over? Screwed? Hmm let's see, fucked but not kissed, and without your consensual approval, more like I think you got 'raped' in that instance Kid! He's an ass! That's my vote! Your watch partner should definitely been replaced, if for no other reason at least safety! Where are you stationed? Are you a lifer? well how ever this turns out for you Good Luck kid! i'm stationed on CG island which is basically oakland, CA, lifer?..dont know yet but...good news.. i submitted 5 leave chits to our schedule for a total oa 12 days of leave the next 4 monthshehehe, so if my boss is gonna give it to me...i'm gonna give it right back.. that is of course he tells me to bend over again and denies all my leave we'll see Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSkiesKel 0 #24 February 26, 2007 Quote Depends on the level of into that she's working at... could be perfectly legal, security-wise, to single up the shift. It sucks, regardless... yeah, it's legal, bec there are people on the watch floor that i'm still in charge of.. its just my specific job is usually covered by TWO people but now it will just be me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #25 February 26, 2007 At the risk of stating the bloody obvious why not have a quiet word with him and ask him why he has chosen to roster things in this way. Also explain to him that you are not very happy with the way it will work for you and explain why.You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
