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  Oct 08, 2024

USCG updates surveillance and safety policy for commercial vessels

The USCG issued Policy Letter 23-05, Change 1, updating surveillance requirements for certain non-passenger vessels....

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  Sep 18, 2024

USCG alerts to recall of faulty Cummins marine throttles due to failure risk

The United States Coast Guard issued Safety Alert 05-24, on 5 September 2024, regarding the urgent recall for Cummins marine engine throttles....

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  Sep 16, 2024

U.S. Coast Guard alert: Essential forklift training to prevent maritime injuries

USCG Safety Alert 04-24 highlights dangers of untrained forklift operators on vessels and stresses the need for proper training to ensure safety....

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  Sep 11, 2024

USCG issues safety alert on the importance of gas-free certification and compliance during hot work on vessels

USCG issued safety alert 03-24 warning of the critical need to ensure a gas-free environment before performing hot work on vessels....

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  Aug 23, 2024

USCG Commandant Instruction: Special Agent Insignia policy

USCG issued Commandant Instruction COMDTINST 5527.4 providing detailed guidelines on how to earn the Special Agent Insignia....

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  Aug 22, 2024

USCG: Guidelines on construction and certification requirements for commercial fishing vessels

USCG has issued a policy letter outlining guidelines for the construction, survey, and maintenance of certain commercial fishing vessels (CFIVs)....

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  Aug 07, 2024

Updated USCG policies for cutter Major Maintenance Availabilities (MMAs)

USCG has issued a revised commandant instruction providing updated policies for the management and oversight of MMAs for Coast Guard cutters....

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  Jun 28, 2024

USCG: Updated guideline for towing vessel stability compliance

USCG Marine Safety Center updated its Design Verification Guideline DVG H1-18 regarding the general arrangement plans for towing vessels....

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  Jun 27, 2024

USCG: Temporary reduction of sea service requirements for able seaman endorsements

USCG has issued policy letter No. 02-24 to address temporary reductions in sea service requirements for certain deck ratings....

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  Jun 26, 2024

USCG issues clarification on STCW endorsements for able seamen

USCG has issued a Marine Safety Information Bulletin providing clarification on the STCW endorsements necessary for able seamen....

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  May 24, 2024

Comprehensive guidance on HIPAA privacy rule compliance in CG Health Care Programs issued by USCG

USCG issued COMDTINST 6000.8 which implements the policy for compliance with the HIPAA Privacy Rule in CG Health Care Programs....

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  May 17, 2024

USCG: Guidance on reporting anchoring activities near submerged pipelines

USCG has published a Marine Safety Information Bulletin MSIB 05/24 on reporting anchoring activities in the vicinity of submerged pipelines....

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