Commercial Fishing Vessel Outreach

Members of the Coast Guard and Coast Guard Auxiliary had a chance to train with commercial fishermen at Valdez Harbor on Saturday. A damage control trainer and vessel stability simulator were setup for public demonstrations and training. The damage control trainer actually simulates different problems that can occur on a vessel including things like broken through hull fitting and ruptured pipes. Fishermen had a chance to attempt repairs as water sprayed through the simulated failures.

The stability model showed the effects of various loads and levels of water in the holds. About 20 fishermen had a chance to stop and visit with Coast Guard personnel. A number of educational displays were provided by Alaska Marine Safety Education (AMSE) and an EPRIB tester was also available for use. It was a positive experience for everyone involved.

Tags: CFVE, Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety, USCG, Valdez, Alaska