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TVIB 2022 Training Calendar Released

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We’re pleased to share with you the 2022 Training Calendar, showcasing the first eight courses scheduled for this year. TVIB will offer multiple opportunities for its Drydock/ISE, TSMS Auditor, and Annual Survey of Towing Vessels courses.

TVIB is committed to protecting the health and safety of our course attendees. Since 2020 TVIB has implemented virtual training courses and over the last two years has expanded its resources to bring a one of kind training experience. TVIB is eager to continue to share the latest advancements with you!

Registration is now open for all Spring Courses.

 

Drydock/ISE Certification

 March 8-10

Virtual

TSMS Auditor Certification

 April 5-6

Virtual

Drydock/ISE Certification

 May 3-5 Virtual
Annual Survey of Towing Vessels June 14-16

Virtual

Drydock/ISE Certification

 August 23-25* TBD
Annual Survey of Towing Vessels September 13-15*

TBD

TSMS Auditor Certification

 October 4-5* TBD
Drydock/ISE Certification November 8-10*

TBD

*course dates are tentative

 

DD/ISE — March 8 Registration 

TSMS Auditor — April 5 Registration 

DDISE — May 3 Registration 

ASTV — June 14 Registration 

USCG: “Final deadline for Subchapter M phase-in arriving in July 2022”

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01/31/2022 – reposted from USCG Maritime Commons

Final deadline for Subchapter M phase-in arriving in July 2022

POSTED BY CWO KURT FREDRICKSON ON JANUARY 31, 2022

Submitted by the Office of Commercial Vessel Compliance (CG-CVC)

As we begin the New Year, towing vessel owners and operators are reminded that the deadline for 100% Subchapter M phase-in is fast approaching.  No later than July 19, 2022, all towing vessels meeting the applicability criteria found in 46 CFR § 136.105 must have on board a valid Certificate of Inspection (COI) issued by the Coast Guard.

Per 46 CFR 136.202, towing vessel owners and operators are responsible for ensuring that all their towing vessels receive a Certificate of Inspection (COI) before July 19, 2022.  Failure to meet vessel certification requirements may result in CG-835V deficiencies, vessel delays, civil penalties, or additional enforcement actions.

Initial certification should be scheduled with the local Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI) at least three months in advance of the desired inspection date.  Therefore, towing vessel owners and operators should schedule vessel initial inspections as soon as possible, but no later than April 20, 2022.  Please note that Coast Guard attendance is required for initial certification for both the Coast Guard Option and Towing Safety Management System (TSMS) Option, as described in 46 CFR § 136.130. Application for inspection should be made using the CG-Form 3752, “Application for Inspection of a U.S. Vessel.”  OCMI contact information can be found on the Marine Inspectors Contact List on the CVC-1 webpage.  For further information, please see the Coast Guard’s Towing Vessel National Center of Expertise (TVNCOE) website.

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USCG: USER FEE NPRM Published – TSMS Option Fee Reduced/USCG Option Fee Raised

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Excerpt:

“1. Establishing Specific Annual Inspection Fees for Towing Vessels Subject to Subchapter M We are also proposing to charge one of two fees for towing vessels inspected under subchapter M:

  • $2,184 for those using the Coast Guard option, and
  • $973 for those using the TSMS option.”