1. Towing Vessel Examination Program Rollout (Coastal)
LCDR Robert Keister LCDR Craig Toomey Mr. Michael White ENS David McShane
August 11, 2009 MSU Galveston, Texas

2. Housekeeping
Welcome Aboard
Emergency Exits
Bathrooms
Coffee Mess

3. Why are we here?
To get you up to speed on the progress of the towing vessel examination program (a.k.a. the big picture)
To set you up for success by providing you with the materials and tools you need to do your jobs
To meet face to face before we work together to establish a towing vessel inspection regime
To hear your feedback, ideas, and concerns regarding the program
To align expectations on how we can run a successful program

4. Who's who? Headquarters LANTAREA (OPCOM) District Eight
CAPT Eric Christensen
Chief, Vessel Activities (CG-543)
CAPT Richard Kaser
Chief of Staff
CAPT Verne Gifford
Chief, Prevention Division
CAPT Christopher Roberge Prevention
CDR Jeff Johnson
Chief, Inspections and Investigations
CDR Lee Boone
Chief, Domestic Vessel Activities (CG-5431)
Dr. Lewis Fisher Prevention, Inspections
LCDR Rob Keister (Dpi-1)
Chief, Vessel and Facility Compliance
Mr. Scott Kuhaneck
Towing Vessel, National Program Manager
Mr. Peter Squicciarini Towing Vessel Program
Towing Vessel Program
LCDR Craig Toomey
Mr. Mike White
LTjg Christine Dimitroff
ENS Dave McShane
Mr. Patrick Lee
Towing Vessel, National Program Coordinator
CDR Greg Case
Supervisor, National Center of Expertise (Towing Vessels), Paducah, KY

5. Summary of Operation Big Tow
Surge op conducted from Nov 2008 until January 2009
D8 completed 78% of the workload
Checked 4,290 mariner licenses with a 99% compliance rate
Identified 39 licensing deficiencies:
16 with licensing issues (not onboard, expired, or no license)
21 with endorsement issues (expired or not onboard for current route)
2 special (S&R and wanted list)
Industry notified ahead of time, so the number could of been a lot higher in cooperation with AWO

6. Summary of Operation Big Tow
214 safety deficiencies identified on 73 UTVs:
87 firefighting
32 navigation
27 documentation
19 lifesaving
15 operations management
14 communications
12 engineering
4 electrical
4 construction/load line
Most common were missing portable and fixed fire systems.
Double digit defs in fire detection (17), charts and pubs (15), CODs (14), fuel shut offs (13), and navigation lights (12)
Over UTVs in D8 - Do the math

7. What are we trying to Prevent?
UTV Casualties where Licensing was an issue (CY 2007): CG Wide: 7; D8: 3
In CY 2006 alone, MSU Morgan City referred 7 individuals for criminal prosecution for using altered/fraudulent/revoked UTV licenses.

8. What are we trying to Prevent?
Serious Marine Incidents involving UTVs (CY 2007)
Sector New Orleans: 44
Sector Ohio Valley: 28
Sector Mobile: 20
Sector Houston: 18
Sector Lower Mississippi: 15
Sector Upper Mississippi: 11
Sector Corpus Christi: 4 Total for District 8: 140 out of 220 CG wide.
63% of all UTV Serious Marine Incidents in occured in D8 AOR.

9. FY 10 Funding Indoctrination program Offsite Training
Travel costs associated with conducting UTV exams

10. Agenda The Bridging Strategy (Phase I, II, and III) - Mr. White
Towing Vessel Orientation and Indoctrination - ENS McShane
PQS - LCDR Toomey
UTV Exam Guide and Exam Form - Mr. White
Lunch
MISLE - Guidebook and FAQs - Mr. White
Fleets of Responsibility (FOFRs) - Mr. White
4100 boardings and how they tie into compliance (enforcement + compliance = safe and secure towing vessels) - Mr. White
Respect the Mariner - Mr. Dick Frenzel
Subchapter M overview (what you can and can't say about it) - Mr. Pat Lee
National Center of Expertise - CDR Greg Case
Top Ten Things You Should Take Away

11. Where can I find all this stuff?
All info posted on Homeport - you do not need to login to obtain info - (or google "homeport")
Transparency is a key compenent of the program.
TVBP Indoc, Orientation, and Outreach Workbook
TVBP message, policy memo, powerpoint, training message
UTV Exam Form, Instructions, PQS, and MISLE guidebook

12. Towing Vessel Bridging Program

13. Towing Vessel Bridging Program

15. Towing Vessel Bridging Program

16. Towing Vessel Bridging Program August 11, 2009 MSU Galveston, Texas
Mr. Michael White
August 11, 2009 MSU Galveston, Texas

17. A Bridge to Inspection Commander Lee Boone
Office of Vessel Activities (CG-543)
Domestic Vessel Compliance 17 17

18. TVBP CG-543 in consultation 1. LANT and PAC Area
2. Towing Vessel Industry Representatives
(AWO Members)
Developed the TVBP (old Strategy)

19. Four Working Groups WG1 – Industry Indoctrination Workbook
WG2 – Developed PQS
WG3 – MISLE Guidebook and Exam Worksheet
WG4 – Measures of Success

20. TVBP MSG – COMDT 121639Z JUNE 09 MEMO Attached
Both Located on Homeport/Domestic Vessels/Towing Vessels

21. TVBP
Comprised of three Phases
Five Key Elements

22. Phase I Commenced June 2009 18 – 24 Months (Approximately) NPRM
Publish Fall?? 2009
Presently Under Review

23. Notice of Public Rule Making
Sub Chapter M
Communicate with Industry about the NPRM and Encourage them to Comment during the Comment Period (180 days)
Public Meetings – Workboat Show in New Orleans
Any other Towing Vessel Meetings

24. Outreach (Key Element 1)
All levels of CG Command to Conduct Extensive Outreach with Towing Industry
1. Discussing the TVBP
2. Explain and Encourage Industry Initiated Exams
3. Socialize details of NPRM and encourage comment
4. MSIB Template

25. Towing Vessel Bridging Program PPT
Located on Homeport
Domestic Vessels/Un inspected Vessel
Towing Vessels/ TVBP
Developed and used by CG-543 w/notes
(Excellent PPT for CO’s to use)

26. Industry Initiated Exams (Key Element 2)
Two Key Parts
1. Industry Calls local COTP/OCMI Schedules Exam
2. Decal Issued to Towing Vessel in Compliance with Existing Regulations

27. Education and Qualification (Key Element 3)
Qualification of New Examiners
Complete Outreach, Orientation and Indoctrination (BAIT)
Complete CG PQS (Not CGAUX PQS)
Both Items to be completed prior to doing Exams

28. Phase I Goals Every Examiner completes the PQS
Every Examiner completes the Industry Indoc
50 percent of Towing Vessels in D8 receive Decal by end of FY2010 ( 2000 Vessels)
Exam and Regulation Continuity

29. Phase II Commence after Ample Time for Phase I
Every Opportunity for Industry to Get an Exam
Industry Initiated Exams will continue to be done in Phase II
Subchapter M Outreach and education will continue

30. Risk-Based Targeted Exams (Key Element 4)
Targeting Matrix Similar to Port State Control Matrix to be Developed by NCOE
Focus will be Towing Vessels with No Current Decal
If Industry Initiated Exam was performed but no decal issued, vessel will be targeted

31. Target Vessel Identify Locate Contact Owner/Operator
Conduct Exam at our Convenience

32. Boarding’s and Surge Ops (Key Element 5)
At Operational Commanders Discretion
Success of Industry Initiated Exam should drive Tempo of Law Enforcement Boarding’s
Surge Operations (Big Tow)

33. Phase III Implementation of Sub Chapter M Towing Vessel receives COI
TVNCOE and Yorktown online and conducting formal Towing Vessel Inspection Training

34. Towing Vessel Outreach, Orientation and Indoctrination
ENS David McShane District 8 Prevention
August 11, 2009

35. What is Towing Vessel Outreach, Orientation and Indoctrination?
This program is designed to complete two goals… Goal one is to
Create an effective towing vessel industry orientation and indoctrination program for all new Coast Guard personnel assigned to Towing Vessel Examinations billets.

36. Goal two
Create an outreach program designed to effectively communicate the Towing Vessel Bridging Program to all members of the towing industry and Coast Guard

37. A good working relationship
So the idea is to gain a good understanding of the towing industry by actively participating in this program.
To do this begin by researching a company that has agreed to participate in this program
You can do this by going onto the Coast Guard homeport site.

38. Where it is all at….
All info posted on Homeport - you do not need to login to obtain info - (or google "homeport")
Transparency is a key compenent of the program!
TVBP Indoc, Orientation, and Outreach Workbook
TVBP message, policy memo, powerpoint, training message
UTV Exam Form, Instructions, PQS, and MISLE guidebook

39. Towing Vessel Bridging Program

40. Towing Vessel Bridging Program

42. Towing Vessel Bridging Program

43. Where to find the company Names
After you are on the website click on TVBP Indoc, Orientation, and Outreach Workbook link to the right.
Once you open the link you will have access to the guide which will provide you with companies in your area.
Page 42

44. Example
The 1st column is the unit…. 2nd column is Company name ….. 3d Column Company contact info…. Fourth column…. What to expect…. 5th column type of operaions…. The 6th column is the company location

45. How to begin Call the company rep in column three Set up a time period
Familiarize yourself with the towing orientation and Indoc booklet…
Allow at least one week to devote to this program
Pick a time when the boats will be underway

46. Your responsibilities
On page 16 there is the vessel particulars sheet which you will need to fill out for every vessel you are on
On page 21 there will be over 50 items to check off
This will guide your questions throughout the indoc

47. Subjects on checklist Safety Management System
Physical characteristics
Vessel handling
Maintenance and repair
Crew life
Licensing
Vessel Security
Injury prevention
Emergency Response
Pollution prevention
Engineering
Traffic management
Personnel issues
Tailor questions towards what you would like to learn

48. My schedule 0900 meeting with company heads 0930 security exercise
watch dispatch and learn company objectives for Safety
1130 Lunch
1200 security program
1300 Responsible carrier program
1400 Engineering
1500 shore maintenance
1600 drug testing procedures

49. What to bring and expect
You should bring coveralls, eye protection, helmet, gloves, flashlight, TVBP Indoc, Orientation, and Outreach Workbook, and good attitude

50. My experience was great
Never dull
Everyone was eager to teach
Pro active
Vast amount of information
Gained a greater appreciation for industry
Made some good contacts
Tailor the program around your experience and your questions
Stay positive and keep an open mind
The company does not need to be in AWO

51. FILL OUT SURVEY
On page 28 there is an Industry background survey complete this when you are through and scan the survey into an adobe format, and forward it as an attachment through the chain of command to the Towing Vessel National Center of Expertise (TVNCOE).

52. Please remember…
Be polite, professional, and be sure to ask a lot of questions
We would like a strong positive relationship with a mutual understanding and respect

53. UTV Guidebook Developed fall 2006 Updated Winter 2009
CG and Mike Rushing of Rushing Marine

54. Requirements for Uninspected Towing Vessels
Previously LANTAREA INST
New Version
Picture on Front
Change 1 March 2009

56. Contact Phone Numbers First Page
District Prevention Numbers Change D8 (504)
Change NCOE Info (Next Page)

57. TVNCOE Contact Info
Detachment Chief
US Coast Guard
Towing Vessel National Center of Expertise
504 Broadway #101
Paducah, 42001
Address

58. Table of Contents Page 2 A Quick Reference
Too suggest additions or Changes section on this page. (NCOE or Area)

59. Western River Specific
Text will be in Brown
Examples –
Page 9 refers to term Mate
Again pages 30 and 31

60. Great Lakes Specific
Text will be Green
Example Page 36

61. Enclosures in Back Enclosure 1 (Page 54) Control of Vessel Operations
Hazardous Condition 33 CFR
Examples that may warrant COTP Action

62. Enclosure 2 Report of Marine Accident, Injury or Death (CG-2692)
Barge Addendum (2692A)

63. D8 Goal Every Company gets a copy of the Guidebook
Every Towing Vessel gets a copy of the Guidebook
If you need more Guidebooks send me an

64. Decal
Show the new decal
Explain the difference in the Old and New

65. Decal Decals are good for three years Placement of Decal
Bottom of Exam Form

66. UTV Exam Form UTV Form 001 (6/09)
Cover Page Needs to be filled out completely as possible during exam
Information to be used for Risk Based Targeting and Measurement in Future
UTV MISLE Incomplete or not accurate

67. What to Check Vessel Name - Document VIN - Document
Hailing Port – Check Stern & Document
Year Built
Number of Engines

68. What to Check (Cont’d) Total HP Number of Shafts
Fuel Tanks and Capacity
Length
Route – Look on Document

69. What to Check (Cont’d) Crew Endurance Management System
SMS – What type (RCP, ISM)
QS – Quality System (ISO)
Class Society
Location – LAT n LONG

70. Vessel Service Under Service on Form: Line Haul Canal Locking River
Fleeting
PX Barge Assist
Seagoing Tug
Harbor/Ship Assist/Escort
Other: Specify (write it in)

73. Supervisor Control Case can be closed with out approval
Need some unit oversight of each case
D8 will take random looks
Should we communicate directly with ????

74. Activity is Done Exam Form is scanned in to the MISLE Activity
Actual Form becomes part of the Case File

75. New Forms At LANT Area Available now D8 will get 4000 copies to start
Will update before next printing

76. And Finally PDF of Form on Homeport
Domestic Vessels/ Towing Vessels/ TVBP

77. Marine Information for Safety and Law Enforcement
Mr. Michael White
August 11, 2009 MSU Galveston, Texas

78. MISLE
Not Teaching MISLE
Hitting some High Points
FAQ’s

79. Entering a New Vessel Anyone with access can make a new vessel
All Documented vessels are in MISLE
Make sure the vessel does not already exist in MISLE
State numbered vessels may need to be entered.

80. Chance to Make a Difference
Towing Vessels in MISLE have little or no information
We have a Chance to do it right
Each time we go into MISLE take a minute to check the Vessel Details (Update if needed)

81. Vessel Details
You can update vessel details without opening an Activity.
Go to the vessel description Summary page, select the Particulars Highlights.
Look at the last subject on the Legend to the right.

83. In Vessel Details You can update: And more Vessel Service Propulsion
FOFR
Firefighting
And more

84. You can check Past and Current
Deficiencies on the Vessel
Operational Controls
Emergency Data
Notes

85. Fleet of Responsibility
D ZJUN09
D8 Generated List by States
Not perfect but best solution
General FOFR Versus MTSA FOFR
Goal 100% assigned to FOFR by 9/01/09

86. FOFR Down the Road Exam Conducted on TV not in your FOFR
Do you Take ownership ????
FOFR may be use to determine workload/billets/$$$$ in the Future

87. Vessel Service

88. FOFR

89. Towing Vessel Exam This is an actual inspection type
Do not use Inspection/PSC for Towing Vessel Exams

90. TYPES of Exams Administration Annual Inspection (to be deleted)
DAPI Audit (New)
Damage Survey (Just added)
Deficiency Check

91. Types of Exam Cont’d Examination of Repairs (New)
Hawser Check (to be deleted)
Industry Initiated Exams $$$$$$ (New)
Joint Vessel Security (Messina) (New)
Load Line (New)

92. Exam Types Cont’d MTSA Verification MTSA/ISPS Verification
Marine Casualty Follow Up (New)
New Construction (New)
Risk Based Targeted (New)

93. Exam Types Cont’d Security Plan Amendment Review – Done at HQ
Security Plan Amendment – HQ
Review VSP – HQ
Spot Check
Definitions of all Exam Types on page 65 of MISLE Guidebook

94. Vessel Class/Types/Subtypes
Class is Towing Vessel
Most of these are correct
Majority have a Type of General
Subtype of None or General
These Need to be updated

95. Towing Vessel Types (NOW)
Pushing Ahead
Towing Behind
Harbor/Ship Assist
Salvage/Fire Emergency
Integrated Tug and Barge
Log Bronc

96. Towing Vessel Types (New)
Line Haul
Canal
Locking River
Fleeting
PX Barge
Sea Going Tug
ITB or ATB
Harbor Assist
Other -

97. Scan Documents Actually Add document
So scan document and save in your documents
Under documents in activity click add document

98. Which Documents Scanned into the Activity
Exam Form
Professional Engineer letter for fire detection system
Other documents from exam

99. Reviewing Official
Each Unit should Designate Supervisor to review cases
D8 Recommendation ( Towing Vessel MILSE POC for D8)
D8 (dpi) will spot check cases
D8 will provide feedback on regular schedule

100. FAQ’s Narratives – No canned MISLE Guidebook on Homeport
MISLE work completed in three (3) Working days
MISLE Enhancement Request Tracking System
SMS – Comment in MISLE (MERTS)

101. Ten Items to Take Home Industry Outreach is Vital/Key
(At all Level of Command)
Complete the Indoctrination and PQS (not CGAUX PQS)
GrandFathered Examiners – PQS/INDOC

102. Ten Items to Take Home Only Qualified Examiners do exams
MISLE Oversight – Supervisor Level
Decal –
Three Years
Old verses New Decal
Some where forward and on right side window

103. Ten Items to Take Home FOFR - Will be used to make decisions in future
Homeport
Safety Management System
Your gear

104. Questions?