 MORE TWIC NEWS
211 days until SEP 25, 2008
Letters to MMI Deck Crewmembers were mailed out on FEB 22, 2008 with instructions on TWIC enrollment.
To check the status of your TWIC after you enroll, go to:
At the Status page, you also can schedule a pick-up time for your TWIC if it is ready.
By now all Wheelmen should at least be pre-enrolled with an appointment at one of the TWIC centers. Most have already enrolled and many have recieved or are awaiting their cards. Do not delay your enrollment because the wait times are only going to increase. |
| Fog Conditions
March - in like a Lion, out like a Lamb
 High water and Fog are facts of life this time of the year. Using the judgement of a prudent mariner and stopping when conditions dictate is not only company policy, but imperative for a safe operation. |
Unauthorized Statements
Reminder of Company Policy
In this age of litigation, we are reminded of our responsibilities when dealing with outside interests that seek information.
The following Personnel Boat Notice went out in July 2004 and needs to be reviewed again:
1. You are reminded that you are not to make any statements or give any information to any attorney or investigator for an attorney or the news media unless specifically authorized by this office.
2. If you are called, and this office has not notified you beforehand, politely advise the caller to contact the Post Oak office for their information.
3. This notice does not apply to Coast Guard boarding officers or other law enforcement officials. You are to continue giving them your full cooperation. However, you are to advise this office of any statements you give as soon as possible.
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 Rules of the Road
Test your knowledge!..... email the correct answer to Gordie
INLAND ONLY Your vessel is proceeding down a channel, and can safely navigate only within the channel. Another vessel is crossing your bow from port to starboard, and you are in doubt as to her intentions. Which statement is TRUE?
a. The sounding of the danger signal is optional.
b. The sounding of the danger signal is mandatory.
c. You should sound two short blasts.
d. You should sound one prolonged and two short blasts
Bonus Question....BOTH INTERNATIONAL & INLAND Which vessel must exhibit a conical shape, apex downwards?
a. A 10-meter vessel engaged in fishing
b. A 15-meter vessel proceeding under sail when also being propelled by machinery
c. A 20-meter vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver
d. All of the above |
