How often do sailors salute officers other than the commanding officer?

Sailors salute officers other than the commanding officer once each day upon first meeting them. This practice reinforces respect and acknowledges the rank and position of the officer being saluted. It serves to maintain proper military decorum and establishes a standard protocol in interactions.

Saluting is not performed every time sailors enter a new area, as this would be impractical and unnecessary for routine movements. Similarly, saluting only during formal ceremonies overlooks the importance of daily interactions and does not reflect the everyday respect due to officers. Lastly, saluting only at the beginning and end of each shift would limit the recognition of officers to just those specific times, missing the opportunity to uphold Navy traditions throughout the workday. Therefore, the standing routine is to salute upon first encountering an officer each day, ensuring respectful acknowledgment of their rank consistently.