Marine safety and survival course scheduled in Charleston Nov. 8-9
Wednesday, October 19, 2005 |
Under the auspices of Alaska Marine Safety Education Association, the U.S. Coast Guard will present a free, two-day, hands-on safety and survival workshop for commercial fishermen in Charleston Nov. 8-9.
The Coast Guard-approved training on marine survival equipment, procedures and onboard drills training meets USCG requirements for commercial fishing vessels operating outside the boundary line.
Participants will practice with emergency equipment that should be onboard any commercial fishing boat or other sizable vessel - PFDs, life rafts, immersion suits, EPIRBs and fire extinguishers. They will learn and practice emergency procedures, including man overboard retrieval, abandoning ship, firefighting and flooding control.
Mariners who have already taken the course are encouraged to attend again to refresh their skills. A study by NIOSH determined that after five years, the effectiveness of training in reducing fatalities declines significantly.
For additional information or to register, those interested can call Brian Marotta at 888-1416.
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