b'FOGHORN FOCUSNavigatingPlan ReviewBEST PRACTICESLCDR RACHEL THOMAS // U.S. COAST GUARDT his article is intended to serve as a technical addendum to the U.S. Coast Guard Marine SafetyCenters(MSC)article,NavigatingPlanReview&EmbracingInnovation, published in the August issue of Foghorn. That article discussed the roles of each stake-holder in the plan review process, methods and approval authorities for deviations from the PHOTO: JESSE ADAIR/UNSPLASHregulations, and considerations for specific review types, like novel systems. This addendum outlines best practices and common pitfalls to be avoided when submitting plans for approval. FOGHORN 8'