Nov 25, 2024
USCG has issued a new bulletin (MSIB Number 07-24, dated November 7, 2024) announcing an important update to the VHF marine radio system....
Oct 08, 2024
The USCG issued Policy Letter 23-05, Change 1, updating surveillance requirements for certain non-passenger vessels....
Sep 18, 2024
The United States Coast Guard issued Safety Alert 05-24, on 5 September 2024, regarding the urgent recall for Cummins marine engine throttles....
Sep 16, 2024
USCG Safety Alert 04-24 highlights dangers of untrained forklift operators on vessels and stresses the need for proper training to ensure safety....
Sep 11, 2024
USCG issued safety alert 03-24 warning of the critical need to ensure a gas-free environment before performing hot work on vessels....
Aug 23, 2024
USCG issued Commandant Instruction COMDTINST 5527.4 providing detailed guidelines on how to earn the Special Agent Insignia....
Aug 22, 2024
USCG has issued a policy letter outlining guidelines for the construction, survey, and maintenance of certain commercial fishing vessels (CFIVs)....
Aug 07, 2024
USCG has issued a revised commandant instruction providing updated policies for the management and oversight of MMAs for Coast Guard cutters....
Jun 28, 2024
USCG Marine Safety Center updated its Design Verification Guideline DVG H1-18 regarding the general arrangement plans for towing vessels....
Jun 27, 2024
USCG has issued policy letter No. 02-24 to address temporary reductions in sea service requirements for certain deck ratings....
Jun 26, 2024
USCG has issued a Marine Safety Information Bulletin providing clarification on the STCW endorsements necessary for able seamen....
May 24, 2024
USCG issued COMDTINST 6000.8 which implements the policy for compliance with the HIPAA Privacy Rule in CG Health Care Programs....