FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 13, 2022

CONTACT: Sarah Fisken, Washington Sea Grant: sfisken@uw.edu or 206-543-1225

 Sea Safety and Survival Training in Gig Harbor

Learn the skills to become a drill instructor on commercial fishing vessels

Washington Sea Grant and the Gig Harbor Boat Shop are cosponsoring a Sea Safety and Survival course for commercial fishermen.

This Coast Guard-approved workshop meets the training requirements of the Commercial Fishing Safety Act to conduct drills. Coursework combines lectures and hands-on experience with the safety and survival equipment that is now required for commercial fishing vessels. Participants will learn about emergency procedures and will be trained to develop appropriate emergency drills for their own vessels.

When:    
Friday June 3, 2022
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where:
Gig Harbor Boat Shop
3805 Harborview Drive
Gig Harbor, WA

Fee:
$100 ($50 for commercial fishermen)

Due to limited space, pre-registration is required. Register online here: https://bit.ly/wsg-drill-instructor-6-3-22

Or contact Sarah Fisken, Washington Sea Grant: sfisken@uw.edu or 206-543-1225.

Based at the University of Washington, Washington Sea Grant provides statewide marine research, outreach, and education services. The National Sea Grant College Program is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce.
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