Marine security concerns

An overview of marine security when conducting marine transfer operations between the vessel and port facility

Marine security concerns have always been an important aspect of marine transfer operations at port facilities throughout the world. Nowadays, post 9/11, its the terrorist threat that adds a new dimension in situational awareness and security of our vital ports. Marine transfer operators are now required to attend classes and instruction in marine security concerning vessels and port facilities. Security is everyone's job now, whether it be the security guard at the main gate or the dock operator at the dock conducting a marine transfer.

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Working as a Loading Master-PIC..

An introduction to marine transfer operations between ships, barges, and marine terminals

Working as a Loading Master or dock operator for several years it has come to my attention that there is no standardized program in the training of dock operators here in the United States like there is for the Tankermen who attend USCG certified schools and subsequently receive a Tankerman PIC endorsement on their Merchant Mariners Document (MMD). Not to take anything away from the professional skills of the tankermen, the dock operators (Loading Master-PIC) position is just as vital and important in conducting a marine transfer operation. So why isn't the training and preparation for the job not up to par with the Tankerman's training and preparation who is also a marine transfer operator?

Hopefully, the marine transfer operation website will assist in filling the gaps in the knowledge and skill areas that dock operators (Lading Master-PIC) need in conducting safe and environmentally compliant transfer operations. I'll be probing into many subject areas across a wide spectrum from maritime security to environmental regulations and the nuts and bolts aspects of how it relates to dockside transfer operations.

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Yachting Fun with Model Sailboats

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A brief introduction into the interesting hobby of radio controlled sailboat racing with a regatta occuring on January 21, 2006 in Pasadena, Texas at the Burke Crenshaw Park with 37 participants from 7 Gulf Coast States. C.J, from Louisiana, a …

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Texas Exquisite Wines 2005

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A backyard surprise is revealed locally when local residents find to their surprise the only winery located in Galveston County, which produces an award winning Blanc Du Bois both dry and sweet tasting labels. Come join your host as he is given a unique …

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