Bulletins - safety

Impact of the EU Ship Recycling Regulation on U.S. flagged ships

From December 31, 2020, U.S. ships in EU waters must carry hazardous materials inventory and certification under EU recycling regulations.

Resources for Voluntarily Establishing a Safety Management System

Coast Guard promotes voluntary Safety Management Systems for passenger vessels, offering guidance and resources to enhance operational safety and compliance.

Cyberattack Impacts MTSA Facility Operations

Ebola Virus Precautions

Ebola virus,hemorrhagic fever,CDC,WHO,Tanzania,EVD symptoms,USCG,MSIB,CG-OEM-2,crew illness reporting

Passenger vessel compliance and operational readiness

Following the CONCEPTION tragedy, USCG urges passenger vessels to enhance compliance, emergency preparedness, and onboard fire safety measures.

Ballast Water Best Management Practices to Reduce the Likelihood of Transporting Pathogens That May Spread Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease

USCG recommends enhanced ballast water practices to limit spread of coral disease threatening Caribbean reefs via vessel discharge pathways. <a href="https://amzn.to/4j94PDE">Buy by United States Coast Guard and U.S. Department of Homeland Security</a>

Seafarers’ Access to Maritime Facilities

USCG mandates MTSA-regulated facilities ensure free, secure access for seafarers and maritime representatives between vessels and facility gates.

NEW PROCEDURE FOR SHIPPING INDUSTRY TO NOTIFY THE US GOVERNMENT OF NON AVAILABILITY OF COMPLIANT FUEL OIL

USCG now handles fuel oil non-availability reports for MARPOL compliance in ECAs; EPA no longer accepts FONAR submissions.

Cyber Adversaries Targeting Commercial Vessels

USCG warns of phishing and malware attacks targeting vessels; urges cyber vigilance, verified communication, and proper incident reporting procedures.

HSE Guidance welding fume 2019

Tecnicomar ECOMAR MED Certification

Parasailing – Navigation Rules and Flight Safety

Guidance on safe parasailing operations, highlighting vessel navigation rules and FAA flight safety protocols to prevent midair collisions.

GPS Week Number Rollover

NPREP Guidelines | Version 2016.1

Announces release of PREP Guidelines Version 2016.1 for oil spill response preparedness, effective October 1, 2018, with updated procedures.

Accidental Carbon Dioxide releases onboard UK Merchant Vessels

Amphibious Passenger Vessel Operations

Advises enhanced safety measures and crew preparedness for amphibious passenger vessels following the Stretch Duck 07 sinking incident.

Authorization of Classification Societies for the Issuance of Statements of Compliance – Fuel Oil Consumption Reporting

Details Coast Guard authorization for classification societies to issue Statements of Compliance for MARPOL fuel oil consumption reporting.

Concentrated Inspection Campaign: Open Lifeboats

Details a Coast Guard inspection campaign targeting U.S. vessels with open lifeboats to ensure serviceability, readiness, and compliance.

Oily Mixtures (“Oily Bilge Water”) Management for Oceangoing Vessels of less than 400 Gross Tons

Outlines regulatory requirements for managing oily bilge water on oceangoing vessels under 400 GT using retention or OWS systems.

Survey Request | National Response Team Improving Area Contingency Planning

USCG requests stakeholder feedback via survey to improve national Area Contingency Plans for oil and hazardous substance response.