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Obtaining a USCG Captain's License
This page has information about obtaining your USCG Captain's License. Included are DVDs and books on getting your USCG captain's license as well as links to other important products and services.
Who Needs a Captain's License?
In the USA, any operator of a boat for hire is required to be licensed. These licenses are issued by the United States Coast Guard Regional Exam Centers. To obtain the contact information for the Regional Exam Center nearest your location visit: http://www.uscg.mil/stcw/index.htm.
Captain's License DVD and CD-ROMs
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Captain's License Books
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Charter Boat Captains MUST Obtain a TWIC Card! - Updated
May 2, 2008
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced that the final compliance date for the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program will be April 15, 2009, which reflects a realignment of the Sept. 25, 2008 compliance date set in the final rule. The seven month extension is a direct result of collaboration with port officials and industry, and realigns the enrollment period with the original intent of the TWIC final rule.
TWIC was established in the Maritime Transportation Security Act and the SAFE Port Act to serve as an identification program for all Coast Guard credentialed mariners and personnel requiring unescorted access to secure areas within a port. The program is on track to complete enrollment for a substantial number of jurisdictions by the end of 2008, and several ports will be required to comply with TWIC regulations this year.
Owners and operators of facilities located within Captain of the Port Zones Boston, Northern New England, and Southeastern New England will need to comply by October 15, 2008. These three ports were selected based on favorable conditions that facilitate near-term implementation. These ports are ideal for initial compliance based upon geographic proximity, the size of their TWIC enrollment population, and respective enrollment efforts to date. Additional ports will be announced in the coming weeks, and the Coast Guard will provide at least 90 days notice prior to enforcement.
The TWIC program is progressing steadily and has opened more than 100 fixed enrollment centers and dozens of mobile sites nationwide. More than 250,000 workers have enrolled to date and thousands more are processed each week. Enrollment began at the Port of Wilmington, Del. in October 2007.
Workers can pre-enroll online at www.tsa.gov/twic. Pre-enrollment can accelerate credentialing by allowing workers to provide biographic information and schedule a time to complete the application process in person. This eliminates delays at enrollment centers and reduces total enrollment time for each worker.
Although the compliance date has been extended seven months, workers are encouraged to enroll as soon as possible. Additional information can be found on the U.S. Coast Guard's Homeport site, http://homeport.uscg.mil, and on the Transportation Security Administration's web site at www.tsa.gov/twic.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced that the final compliance date for the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program will be April 15, 2009, which reflects a realignment of the Sept. 25, 2008 compliance date set in the final rule. The seven month extension is a direct result of collaboration with port officials and industry, and realigns the enrollment period with the original intent of the TWIC final rule.
TWIC was established in the Maritime Transportation Security Act and the SAFE Port Act to serve as an identification program for all Coast Guard credentialed mariners and personnel requiring unescorted access to secure areas within a port. The program is on track to complete enrollment for a substantial number of jurisdictions by the end of 2008, and several ports will be required to comply with TWIC regulations this year.
Owners and operators of facilities located within Captain of the Port Zones Boston, Northern New England, and Southeastern New England will need to comply by October 15, 2008. These three ports were selected based on favorable conditions that facilitate near-term implementation. These ports are ideal for initial compliance based upon geographic proximity, the size of their TWIC enrollment population, and respective enrollment efforts to date. Additional ports will be announced in the coming weeks, and the Coast Guard will provide at least 90 days notice prior to enforcement.
The TWIC program is progressing steadily and has opened more than 100 fixed enrollment centers and dozens of mobile sites nationwide. More than 250,000 workers have enrolled to date and thousands more are processed each week. Enrollment began at the Port of Wilmington, Del. in October 2007.
Workers can pre-enroll online at www.tsa.gov/twic. Pre-enrollment can accelerate credentialing by allowing workers to provide biographic information and schedule a time to complete the application process in person. This eliminates delays at enrollment centers and reduces total enrollment time for each worker.
Although the compliance date has been extended seven months, workers are encouraged to enroll as soon as possible. Additional information can be found on the U.S. Coast Guard's Homeport site, http://homeport.uscg.mil, and on the Transportation Security Administration's web site at www.tsa.gov/twic.
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Essential Charter Boat Links
- Worldwide Charter Boat Directory
- List your charter business here.
- Charter Boat Website Design
- This company specializes in charter boat and outdoor website design. They can also promote your charter boat business and provide excellent advertising services.
- U.S. Coast Guard Regional Exam Centers website
- Visit this site to obtain the contact information for the Regional Exam Center nearest your location
- Hampton Roads Virginia Business Directory
- This business directory accepts free listings for charter boat operators near Hampton Roads Virginia.
Setting up a Charter Boat Business
There are several steps to setting up a charter business. Owners will need a business license, captain's license, boat, safety equipment, insurance, advertising, website and more.
Charter Boat Websites
Setting up a website for your charter boat business is one of the most important decisions of your business. The most important aspect of a charter boat website is its ability to be found by your customers. Before the website is constructed, the business owner should learn the basics of keyword research and create a list of important search terms that relate to their business.
Not all web design companies understand and specialize in search engine optimization, so it is important to review past examples of success when choosing a web design company. Do they have existing clients that rank high in search engine results?
A reputable designer can explain all the factors that influence a website's search engine rankings, suggest which key phrases might be important and offer services to help your site perform well on Google, Bing and other search engines.
After all, the most exquisite and artful website in the world cannot put paying customers on your boat unless they can find you.
For a free phone consultation and no nonsense help with setting up a charter boat website, improving your search engine rankings or local, national and international advertising, visit Daybreak Web Designs.
Charter Boat Websites
Setting up a website for your charter boat business is one of the most important decisions of your business. The most important aspect of a charter boat website is its ability to be found by your customers. Before the website is constructed, the business owner should learn the basics of keyword research and create a list of important search terms that relate to their business.
Not all web design companies understand and specialize in search engine optimization, so it is important to review past examples of success when choosing a web design company. Do they have existing clients that rank high in search engine results?
A reputable designer can explain all the factors that influence a website's search engine rankings, suggest which key phrases might be important and offer services to help your site perform well on Google, Bing and other search engines.
After all, the most exquisite and artful website in the world cannot put paying customers on your boat unless they can find you.
For a free phone consultation and no nonsense help with setting up a charter boat website, improving your search engine rankings or local, national and international advertising, visit Daybreak Web Designs.
Boating and Fishing Information
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Marine Electronics
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This lens covers all aspects of marine electronics, including fish finders, depth finders, chart plotters, radar, auto pilot, telematics, vhf radio and other marine electronics.
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Transportation Workers Identification Credential
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This lens has information about the Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) program.
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Charter Boats and Guided Trips
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This lens has tips on chartering a boat or guide for fishing. Also listed are charter boats, nature cruises, site-seeing tours, fishing charter trips, head boats and fishing guides from all over the world. We would like to hear input and any suggesti...
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Saltwater Fishing
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This page has basic information on saltwater fishing. Recreational fishing is the most popular outdoor activity in the USA and much of that is done in saltwater. Saltwater fishing has many forms with something for nearly everyon...
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United States Coast Guard
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This lens has information on the United States Coast Guard (USCG) as well as a selection of Coast Guard-related books, DVDs T shirts and apparel.
U.S. Coast Guard's 2007 Boating Safety Statistics
90 percent of drowning victims were not wearing life jackets.
The U.S. Coast Guard's 2007 Recreational Boating Statistics show:
685 fatalities, 3,673 injuries, 5,191 accidents and $53 million in property damage.
90 percent of drowning victims were not wearing life jackets.
Alcohol was the leading contributing factor in approximately one-fifth of all boating fatalities.
Only 14 percent of all boating fatalities occurred on boats where the operator had received boating safety instruction.
The most reported type of accident was a collision with another vessel. However, capsizing and falls overboard are the most reported types of fatal accidents and accounted for the majority, 60 percent of all boating fatalities.
Overall, operator inattention, carelessness or reckless operation, excessive speed and passenger or skier behavior are the leading contributing factors of all reported accidents.
Tips for boaters on how to stay safe while boating:
Make sure a friend or relative knows your float plan. A float plan states where you are going and how many people are on board your vessel. It also gives a vessel description, details your destination and what time you expect to arrive there. If you are delayed for some reason, make sure you let someone know.
Make certain to check the local weather prior to departing the dock. Weather can change very rapidly and you should keep a watchful eye on the forecasted conditions.
Have nautical charts of the area you are boating in, a global positioning device and a reliable means of communication on board your vessel. VHF radio is the best method of communication while on the water. Although cell phones are a good backup, they can be unreliable due to gaps in coverage area and an inevitable dead battery.
Wear your life jacket! In an emergency, there might not be enough time to put one on, so wearing one at all times may save your life.
685 fatalities, 3,673 injuries, 5,191 accidents and $53 million in property damage.
90 percent of drowning victims were not wearing life jackets.
Alcohol was the leading contributing factor in approximately one-fifth of all boating fatalities.
Only 14 percent of all boating fatalities occurred on boats where the operator had received boating safety instruction.
The most reported type of accident was a collision with another vessel. However, capsizing and falls overboard are the most reported types of fatal accidents and accounted for the majority, 60 percent of all boating fatalities.
Overall, operator inattention, carelessness or reckless operation, excessive speed and passenger or skier behavior are the leading contributing factors of all reported accidents.
Tips for boaters on how to stay safe while boating:
Make sure a friend or relative knows your float plan. A float plan states where you are going and how many people are on board your vessel. It also gives a vessel description, details your destination and what time you expect to arrive there. If you are delayed for some reason, make sure you let someone know.
Make certain to check the local weather prior to departing the dock. Weather can change very rapidly and you should keep a watchful eye on the forecasted conditions.
Have nautical charts of the area you are boating in, a global positioning device and a reliable means of communication on board your vessel. VHF radio is the best method of communication while on the water. Although cell phones are a good backup, they can be unreliable due to gaps in coverage area and an inevitable dead battery.
Wear your life jacket! In an emergency, there might not be enough time to put one on, so wearing one at all times may save your life.
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