Coast Guard
Rating MLE
Maritime Law Enforcement
Coast Guard MLE (Maritime Law Enforcement) typically involves security and law-enforcement responsibilities.
Common Exposures
🪖 Combat/Stress
Confrontational situations, use of force
💪 Physical Strain
Physical confrontations, wearing heavy gear
🔊 Noise
Weapons qualification, siren exposure
Likely Service-Connected Conditions
| Diagnostic Code | Condition | Likelihood | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5237 | Lumbosacral or cervical strain | High | Physical job demands commonly contribute to chronic back strain |
| 6260 | Tinnitus, recurrent | High | Noise exposure is a strong basis for tinnitus risk in this occupation |
| 5257 | Knee, other impairment | Medium | Running, physical confrontations |
| 9411 | Posttraumatic stress disorder | Medium | Stressful confrontations and critical incidents |
| 9434 | Major depressive disorder | Medium | Shift work stress and critical incident exposure |
☢️ PACT Act & Toxic Exposure
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Vietnam Era
📅 1962-1975
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Cold War Era
📅 1945-1991
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Gulf War Era
📅 1990-2001
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Post-9/11 Era
📅 2001-present
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