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USCG: Final Rule for Towing Vessel Firefighting Training

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On October 23, 2023, the Office of Merchant Mariner Credentialing issued a final rule revising the training requirements for national Merchant Mariner Credential endorsements as master of towing vessels (limited) or mate (pilot) of towing vessels on inland waters (other than the Great Lakes) or Western Rivers routes.

The modified basic firefighting course is limited to towing vessel endorsements for Western Rivers and inland waters other than the Great Lakes. Mariners seeking towing vessel endorsements for other routes must complete a basic firefighting course.

The effective date of this rule is April 1, 2024.

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USCG POLICY ALERT: Revision CVC-WI-010 (CH 3) OCMI Guidance on Special Consideration for 46 CFR Subchapter M Vessels

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02/07/2023

CVC-WI-010(3) OCMI Guidance on Special Consideration for 46 CFR Subchapter M Vessels has been revised to add guidance on the use of alternative visual distress signals (eVDSD) and the use of alternative line throwing appliances. The new guidance on VDS applies to vessels that operate on the following: Rivers routes, Lakes, Bays and Sounds, Great Lakes or Coastwise.

Click here to access the revised work instruction.

*UPDATE /MSU-Houma to Host Industry Day

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UPDATE: Due to overwhelming response and limited venue space, MSU-Houma is asking that only Internal/ External Auditors, Surveyors, and legal representation attend the event. They will be hosting a separate event for owners and operators later on in the year. 

Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit-Houma is hosting a Third Party Oversight Industry Day event. We would like to encourage our Auditors, Surveyors, and TPO customers to attend if they’re in the area.

Date: January 26, 2023

Location: Houma Public Library @ 151 Library Drive, Houma, LA 70360

Agenda:

  • 9:00 – 9:15am: Meet and Greet
  • 9:15 – 9:45am: Command Remarks
  • 9:45 – 11:00am: General Presentation (FY21 Stats, UWILD, Reportable Marine Casualties, Manning)
  • 11:00 – 11:10: Break / Move to break out sessions
  • 11:10 – 12:00pm: Break Out Sessions
    • ACP
    • TSMS
    • TBSIP

Click here to download flyer 

 

For the individuals hoping to attend:

If you have any industry questions or want more information, please join us for our TVIB Talks Webinar on January 26th, 2023 @ 2:00pm CST

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