COMMUNICATIONS CENTER MASTER FILE

Figure 8-2.—Visual communications log (page 1 of 2). On a flagship, if the embarked flag so desires, a separate visual station file will be maintained for flag traffic. If separate ship and flag files are maintained, many messages originated by and filed in the embarked flag's file must, if the address so indicates, also be filed in the ship's file. Duplicate filing is also required when incoming messages are addressed to both the embarked flag and the ship. The visual station file must be classified, safeguarded, and stored according to the highest classification of its contents. The visual station file is retained and disposed of according to SECNAVINST 5212.5. The visual station files must be retained for a minimum of 30 days. The communications center master file will contain a copy or filler of every message sent or received by the center, including visual messages processed by the communications center. Messages/fillers will be filed in date-time-group order. Separate incoming and outgoing communica- tions center master files may be maintained at the command's discretion. CRYPTOCENTER FILE The cryptocenter file will contain a copy of each message sent or received by the communications center that is TOP SECRET, SPECAT, or designated for special privacy regardless of classification. These messages are to be in date-time-group order, and fillers for these messages will be filed in appropriate files. GENERAL MESSAGE FILES General message files will contain a copy of all effective general messages that require retention COMMUNICATIONS CENTER MASTER FILE 8-7