Pt. 1: The Truth About Coast Guard Inspections with Coast Guard Safety Examiner, Steven Kee

If you’ve ever felt helpless watching your fisherman head offshore, this episode will empower you to know how boats are regulated to stay safe. In the first half of a two-part series, you’ll learn:

• Common myths about Coast Guard examinations.
• What happens during a safety inspection, and how to prepare.
• Have questions about your life raft? Steven is offering direct support to POCFs and fishermen. You can text him a photo of your life raft at 503-957-4794 to check if it’s properly secured.

Mentioned in this episode:

• 📸 Need help with your life raft? Text a photo to Steven Kee’s official Coast Guard work number at 503-957-4794 to check if it’s secured correctly. He’s happy to help support fishing families directly. Note: This is his official Coast Guard work number for non-emergency safety support.
• AMSEA: https://www.amsea.org
• Kent Safety Products Episode
• Follow Megan on Instagram: @megan.waldrep

Don’t miss Part 2, where Steven shares what actually happens during a dockside exam, and the one thing he wishes every fishing family knew.

 

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