Category: Safety Matters

Thirty Years On: The QP Continues to Provide Opportunities for Improvement

Thirty Years On: The QP Continues to Provide Opportunities for Improvement

On May 7, 2026, the PVA/U.S. Coast Guard Quality Partnership (QP) met in person in Alexandria, Va. In the weeks leading up to the meeting there was b [...]
Bring on the New Hires (and Seasonal Employees)

Bring on the New Hires (and Seasonal Employees)

Spring is a time when many PVA vessel members begin the process of staffing up for the busy operating season. Among the many onboarding actions, ther [...]
Recognizing Committee Accomplishments and Looking Ahead to New Challenges

Recognizing Committee Accomplishments and Looking Ahead to New Challenges

The PVA Regulatory and Safety and Security Committees met in person on Feb. 20, 2026, at the PVA Annual Convention at MariTrends 2026 in Covington, K [...]
SASH Update: Definition of Harassment and 2024 Annual Report

SASH Update: Definition of Harassment and 2024 Annual Report

Eric Christensen // PVA Director of Regulatory Affairs & Risk ManagementOn Dec. 18, 2025, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for F [...]

New Coast Guard Cybersecurity Training Requirements

On July 16, 2025, the U.S. Coast Guard updated its maritime security regulations contained in 33 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 101 Subpart F by e [...]
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