Safety

Coming up in January’s Safety Scuttlebutt: a concise guide to your Merchant Mariner License annual review, Wellness Corner tips on making smart daily choices to stay watch‑ready, and risk‑management best practices for keeping bilges clean and corrosion‑free. We’ll remind you to verify your W‑2 mailing address and highlight the new 2025 401(k) contribution limits. Our Safety Refresher revisits watertight‑door protocols, we celebrate the latest Safety Stars, reveal December safety metrics, and share...

Get ready for December’s Safety Scuttlebutt! We’ll break down the new Mariner Credentialing Program Final Rule, spotlight fresh compliance‑focused openings in NS, and share risk‑management tips for keeping walkways clear and slip‑free. In Wellness Corner, we explore practicing gratitude on board, while the Safety Refresher zeroes in on spotting—and stopping—winter hazards before they strike. December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, so we’ve packed in practical guidance to keep every watch free of alcohol and...

Coming in November’s Safety Scuttlebutt: quick end‑of‑year accounting tips, easy password‑reset and reboot guidance, fire‑hose upkeep best practices, a wellness bite on high‑protein breakfasts, MARPOL Annex V waste‑disposal reminders, the rollout of our mobile Defect Reporting System, a call for Safety Star nominations, October safety metrics, and the latest company milestones. Dive in to stay shipshape as 2024 wraps up!

Stay informed and inspired with this month's newsletter! Highlights include the USMMI Recruitment Program, essential gangway risk management tips, better sleep strategies, an electrical safety refresher, SMS policy updates, and September's safety metrics. Celebrate USMMI’s 1st Anniversary, recognize our Safety Stars, and catch up on company news and the PPE Matrix updates. Don't miss out on SIMOPS insights and the latest from OCEAN TG!

In the September issue, USMMI focuses on the mental health of its mariners, particularly during Suicide Prevention Month. It emphasizes available resources such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and wellness apps to help crew members manage stress. Additionally, the newsletter highlights risk management practices for deck machinery safety, offering practical tips like regular maintenance checks and the importance of snap-back zone awareness to ensure crew safety during mooring operations.

The August issue addresses the growing importance of cybersecurity, urging the use of strong, unique passwords and multi-factor authentication to protect against attacks like the RockYou 2024 breach. Alongside cybersecurity, the newsletter provides a safety refresher on handling chemicals aboard ships, stressing adherence to Safety Data Sheets (SDS), proper use of PPE, and correct storage practices to prevent accidents and exposure.

Welcome to the July 2024 edition of the USMMI Safety Scuttlebutt Newsletter! This issue includes security updates, credentialing delay news, a revitalized near miss policy and procedure, safe lifting techniques- even an awesome 4th of July crew BBQ!

Welcome to the June 2024 edition of USMMI Safety Scuttlebutt! USMMI is pleased to announce that we will be sending out a Safety Scuttlebutt Newsletter every month! This issue brings you NS Updates, USMMI’s Prescription Medication Requirements, Ladder Safety, and some Summer Safety Reminders. Meet some of the dedicated members of our Purchasing Department and celebrate our Spring Photo Contest Winners. Stay informed with company news, including new editions to...

Welcome to the Spring 2024 edition of USMMI Safety Scuttlebutt! As we continue to navigate through exciting changes and growth under our new ownership by Maritime Partners, we remain steadfast in our commitment to safety and excellence. This issue brings you updates on payroll, the new SMS policy functionality, and our ongoing dedication to preventing slips, trips, and falls. Meet some of the dedicated members of our Operations and Crewing...