Bulletins - safety

04/2021 PORT HEDLAND MARINE SAFETY BULLETIN

Unsafe towline handling by ship crews at Port Hedland prompts safety advisory emphasizing proper equipment use, communication, and hazard awareness.

Use of emery cloth on metalworking lathes

Commercial Fishing Vessel Alternative-to-Class Requirements

The purpose of this bulletin is to apprise fishing vessel owners/operators of requirements that apply to the new construction, survey, and maintenance of certain commercial fishing vessels. In lieu of the commercial fishing vessel classing requirements in Title 46 United States Code (USC) §4503(a), certain vessels may meet alternative requirements as specified in 46 USC §4503(d).

Safety concern over lifting equipment inspections on fishing vessels

Corroded cartridge type fire extinguishers

Towing Vessel International Certificates Requirements and Certificate of Inspection Routes

U.S. flag towing vessel owners and operators are reminded that the vessel must possess the appropriate certificates and endorsements for the intended voyage. International certificates and certain equipment is required prior to embarking on international voyages1 including voyages to Canada and Mexico. Failure to present valid international certificates and demonstrate operation of equipment m

CONTINUED AWARENESS: ACTIVE EXPLOITATION OF SOLARWINDS SOFTWARE

The Coast Guard continues to monitor the maritime impact from the ongoing Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) cyber incident in the United States, as previously reported in Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB): 25-20. For more details, please see the Joint Statement by the recently established Cyber Unified Coordination Group (UCG) composed of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cyber

Improving Fishing Vessel Stability

It has been three years since the release of USCG Marine Safety Alert (MSA) 11-17. Since then, additional commercial crab fishing vessels have sunk, resulting in losses of life due to stability related conditions. In addition to the information communicated in MSA 11-17, this bulletin is intended to be informational to assist mariners in identifying ways to improve their stability awareness. Pl

URGENT NOTICE: ACTIVE EXPLOITATION OF POPULAR NETWORK MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE SOLARWINDS

Effect of the IMO OSV Chemical Code on the Carriage of Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk on U.S. Flagged Offshore Supply Vessels

Updated IMO OSV Chemical Code mandates new safety and carriage standards for hazardous substances on U.S. offshore supply vessels.

Recommendation for Pilot Transfer Arrangements

USCG urges strict compliance with SOLAS standards for pilot transfer arrangements to prevent boarding accidents and ensure maritime safety.

Tecnicomar ECOMAR Range of Equipment

Safety concern over lifting operations on fishing vessels

MALICIOUS EMAIL SPOOFING INCIDENTS

PFDs and retrofitting of PLBs

URGENT NEED TO PROTECT OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES AND CONTROL SYSTEMS

The cyber landscape in the Marine Transportation System (MTS) is continually evolving. Computer systems and technology play an increasing role in systems, equipment, and operations throughout the maritime environment. While advances in systems and technologies can improve the efficiency and scope of operations, there is a heightened risk of increased threats posed by malicious actors. These cyb

GAO Report - Vessel Safety: The Coast Guard Conducts Recurrent Inspections and Has Issued Guidance to Address Emergency Preparedness

GAO audit evaluates Coast Guard’s vessel safety oversight; guidance urges tailored ISM emergency planning and risk assessment for maritime operations.

On-Water Mass Gatherings – Recreational, Sporting, or Cause-Related Events

Coast Guard emphasizes safety and permitting requirements for growing on-water gatherings, ensuring secure, compliant maritime activities and public health adherence.

Maintaining Maritime Commerce and Identification of Essential Maritime Critical Infrastructure Workers

Coast Guard outlines essential maritime workers supporting critical commerce flow during COVID-19, ensuring national security and economic continuity.

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) – Reader Requirements; Delay of Effective Date

TWIC reader requirement for dangerous cargo facilities delayed three years; passenger vessel terminals must comply with 2020 enforcement dates.