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Fishing Vessel Stability

Model 5-Hour

USCG-accepted 5-hour course on fishing vessel stability and flooding response that satisfies stability training requirements for fishing vessel masters.

Description

The Fishing Vessel Stability class provides practical information and hands-on training on vessel stability and emergency responses to flooding problems, which cause many stability casualties. Oriented towards the commercial fishing environment, the course is U.S. Coast Guard-accepted and satisfies the requirements for stability training for the master of a fishing vessel in Sec. 604 of the USCG Authorization Act of 2010 (PL 111-281).

Key features

  • Requirements and responsibilities
  • Stability terminology, stability principles and the stability curve
  • Operational considerations
  • Understanding stability reports
  • Flooding control and prevention

Applications

  • Masters and crew of commercial fishing vessels

Specifications

Course length5 hours
RegulationSec. 604, USCG Authorization Act of 2010 (PL 111-281)

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