The Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee will meet via teleconference, Tuesday, May 16, 2017, from 11 a.m., to 2 p.m. EST, to complete the discussions from its March meetings on various issues related to the training and fitness of merchant marine personnel.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 5/1/2017: Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee teleconference scheduled

This supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking seeks to add regulated navigation areas and safety zones in Green Bay, Lake Erie Islands, and Saginaw Bay.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 4/21/2017: Great Lakes – Regulated Navigation Areas and Safety Zones

Meeting scheduled May 16-17, 2017, in New Orleans.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 4/11/2017: National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee meeting scheduled

A recent inspection revealed evidence of falsely identified fasteners being used as part of the drive train system. Several installed bolt heads separated from their shanks and, as a result, a splined hub coupling loosened and disconnected from the reduction gear / transmission.
Source: Investigations & Casualty Analysis
Link: 4/7/2017: Safety Alert 03/17 – The dangers of counterfeit parts

After a review of the comments received, the Coast Guard has determined that it is not necessary to revise the final report, and therefore considers it to be complete as published.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 4/5/2017: Atlantic Coast Port Access Route Study complete

The interim rule is effective June 1, 2018. Comments and related material must be submitted on or before July 5, 2017.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 4/5/2017: Recreational boat flotation standards-Update of outboard engine weight test requirements

The meeting will take place in Norfolk, Virginia and will be open to the public.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 4/4/2017: National Maritime Security Advisory Committee meeting

The Coast Guard issued Marine Safety Alert 01-17 to remind vessel owners and operators to consider all hazards related to chemical spills. In addition to potential health risks to personal involved with routine handling and clean up of spills, there is also the potential for adverse chemical reactions with vessel components, construction materials, and other items onboard.
Source: Investigations & Casualty Analysis
Link: 3/28/17: Safety alert – Indications of chemical reaction and destruction of aluminum plating

The Coast Guard issued Marine Safety Alert 02-17 to inform those that may lease and occupy portable accommodation modules on board fixed Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) platforms. A recent Coast Guard investigation into a fire onboard one of these platforms revealed the manufacturer of the module (a combination galley and mess deck) had improperly installed a commercial grade electric stove. As a result, the Coast Guard strongly recommends that owners and operators having similar portable accommodations ensure that all commercial grade stoves and ovens are installed with the proper clearances to prevent ignition of combustible materials.
Source: Investigations & Casualty Analysis
Link: 3/28/17: Safety alert – Failure to follow stove/oven installation instructions

The hearing will focus on the cause of the marine casualty, the adequacy of fire fighting protection systems, regulatory compliance including any physical or design concerns, adequacy of the vessel’s safety management system and evacuation procedures, and the Coast Guard’s mass rescue operation and procedures.
Source: Investigations & Casualty Analysis
Link: 3/16/2017: Coast Guard to hold formal investigation hearing for Caribbean Fantasy