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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🛟 Our Go-To Safety Gear - Kent Safety Products
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⚖️ Free Consultation with a commercial fishing lawyer! Contact Attorney Michael Flynn for a FREE consultation via call or text: 617-773-5500, Email: mflynn@flynnwirkus.com, Visit FlynnWirkus.com
RESOURCES FOR POCFS!
⚓️ Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs).
📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community.
💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more!
📘 eBook – Survival Guide 101:The book I wish existed when I began dating my fisherman! Learn how to go from "WTF?" to "F*ck Yeah!" in your relationship with this helpful guide.
🌟 The Lighthouse Collective: A global membership space for POCFs to gain tools, resources, and meaningful community connection—available year-round. Click here to join!
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