Which training team is not required on board all cutters?

• A. ITT
• B. MTT
• C. RDT
• D. OTS

Answer: (A)

Training teams aboard cutters exist to keep the crew ready across maintenance, emergency response, and leadership development. Some teams are essential to be on every ship because their duties cover ongoing, ship-specific needs. The team that is not required on board all cutters is the one whose role is typically carried out at training facilities or during shore-based programs, rather than as a permanent shipboard presence.

Maintenance training is needed on every cutter so the engineering and deck crews stay current with the plant, machinery, and systems. The team responsible for emergency readiness supports drills in damage control, firefighting, and rescue—critical activities you practice regularly while at sea. The team that handles officer training support ensures leadership and seamanship skills are developed on board. Since these functions are required aboard to maintain day-to-day readiness, the one whose training occurs off the ship is not required on every cutter.