Who receives the 12 O'Clock Reports and when are they due?

The 12 O'Clock Reports are critical daily reports received by the Officer of the Deck (OOD) from the Master-at-Arms on Watch (MOOW) before 1200. These reports provide vital information regarding the ship's status, including security, personnel, and other operational statuses at noon.

Since the reports are essential for maintaining situational awareness and are part of standard naval protocol, receiving them by noon ensures that the OOD has the most current information to present to the commanding officer and other leadership. The timing is critical, as it ensures that the information is collected and communicated effectively, maintaining the operational readiness of the ship.