A full day of Safety and Survival Training was held today at Gloucester’s Coast Guard Station. SST is cosponsored by the Fishing Partnership Support Services, Division of Marine Fisheries, and the USCoast Guard. “Fishermen are 37 times more likely to die on the job than policemen. And on top of that, New England’s waters are the most dangerous in the country. Safety and survival training is not something to ignore—it’s desperately needed and can truly be life-saving for everyone on your boat.” Training was conducted in these vital areas:
- Man-Overboard Procedures
- Fire Fighting & Emergency Communications
- Flooding & Pump Operation
- Flares & EPIRBs
- Survival Suits
- Life Raft Equipment
- Helicopter Hoist Procedures
- Basic First Aid
To learn more about the Fishing Partnership Support Services Safety and Survival Training, and all the services provided to fishermen, visit their website here.
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