07/29/2021
It's hot out there, y'all! Make sure to take proper precautions when working outdoors.
Excessive heat warning issued as 17 states across U.S. hit by dangerously hot weather
The heat advisories have been issued while at least 12 states in the U.S. are tackling blazes caused by excessive temperatures earlier in July.
07/26/2021
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40 Under 40 Awards: Powell, Reno, Rohlfing and Shantz - The Waterways Journal
For the fourth year, 40 of the industry’s future leaders were honored at the Inland Marine Expo with the “40 Under 40” award, which recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to the inland marine transportation industry in a variety of fields. All 40 honorees were nominated by ...
06/17/2021
The U.S. Coast Guard has recently noticed an increasing failure rate amongst the inspected towing vessel fleet with regards to fixed and portable emergency dewatering equipment. When there is a situation requiring the use of emergency dewatering equipment; it is imperative that this equipment is readily available and fully operational. This includes preparing the equipment for use in the shortest amount of time in order to prevent a catastrophic event.
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05/26/2021
The scary truth is cyber attacks can disrupt vessel commerce, port operations, and related supply chains. But crewmembers can be an invaluable first line of defense when they know how to spot the risks. Implement cybersecurity risk training into your Safety Management System and Security Plan. USCG NVIC No. 01-20: Guidelines for Addressing Cyber at MTSA Regulated Facilities provides guidance to maritime facility owners and operators on complying with requirements to assess, document, and address computer system network vulnerabilities. USCG NVIC No. 01-20 Guidelines: https://buff.ly/3wvOakY
05/24/2021
Effective cyber risk management should embed a culture of cybersecurity awareness. Personnel at every level of an organization, from crews to company management, should be aware of and trained on the prevention of cyber risks applicable to their daily tasks and routines. Learn more https://buff.ly/3fEJi68
04/19/2021
Harassment can happen anywhere, in the workplace, during work-related travel, or even at an event for work. Illegal workplace harassment can happen between coworkers, an employee, and a client or customer, or an employee and their supervisor. Here are 5 ways you play an important role as a witness by supporting the person targeted.
5 Ways to Respond to Harassment - Moxie Media
Everyone deserves to feel safe and welcome when they go to work. That’s why it is important that employees know how to identify harassment and what to do when they experience or witness it.
04/16/2021
No one should go to work feeling scared, anxious, or depressed. Workplace harassment can seriously damage the health and well-being of affected employees.
01/25/2021
You may be one of the first transgender public officials, but you just made it easier for the many more who will come after you.
Rachel Levine, Biden's pick for health dept. post, is a transgender woman and Tulane grad
Rachel Levine would be the first openly transgender federal official to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
01/21/2021
This will change the lives of the millions of LGBTQ people seeking to be treated equally under the law by finally protecting them from discrimination.
President Biden Issues Most Substantive, Wide-Ranging LGBTQ Executive Order In U.S. History
Today, the Human Rights Campaign responded to the release of an executive order that implements the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in the consolidated cases Bostock v. Clayton County, Altitude Express…
01/13/2021
Make diversity and inclusion a priority for the New Year. Workers are more diverse than ever. Employees are more racially diverse and are more likely to include women, transgender persons, and people of different sexual orientations. Diversity in the workplace has many benefits from a wider talent pool to more innovation. Discover 5 benefits of a diverse workforce. https://buff.ly/3oK8yvg