MSIB 005-17 clarifies the U.S. policy on vessel inspections and issuance of certifications as it pertains to IHR 2005.
Source: Domestic Vessels
Link: 5/5/2017: MSIB 005-17 Ship sanitation control
Category Archives: News
5/5/2017: Comment period extended – Great Lakes 2017 pilotage rate review
Comment period extended through June 5, 2017.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 5/5/2017: Comment period extended – Great Lakes 2017 pilotage rate review
5/1/2017: Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee teleconference scheduled
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
4/21/2017: Great Lakes – Regulated Navigation Areas and Safety Zones
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
4/11/2017: National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee meeting scheduled
Meeting scheduled May 16-17, 2017, in New Orleans.
Source: Federal Register Notices
Link: 4/11/2017: National Offshore Safety Advisory Committee meeting scheduled
4/7/2017: Safety Alert 03/17 – The dangers of counterfeit parts
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
4/5/2017: Atlantic Coast Port Access Route Study complete
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
4/5/2017: Recreational boat flotation standards-Update of outboard engine weight test requirements
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
4/4/2017: National Maritime Security Advisory Committee meeting
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
3/28/17: Safety alert – Indications of chemical reaction and destruction of aluminum plating
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