USCG Publishes Safety Considerations for Retractable Pilot Houses

U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Alert 15-26 revisits a 2019 safety alert that highlights the hazards of retractable pilot houses and offers safety measure recommendations including physical barriers, warning systems, policy development, and training. USCG MSA 15-26 was published 9/23/2026 and a copy is downloadable here.