The Sub M Spotlight
The Sub M Spotlight is a communication and education series to aid AWO members in transitioning to towing vessel inspection by providing them with important reminders, answers to frequently asked questions, and updates on policy guidance and other developments. Prior to the implementation of Subchapter M on July 20, 2018, the series was called Countdown to Compliance. The Sub M Spotlight and Countdown to Compliance messages are archived below.
The Sub M Spotlight
- Status Report at Halfway Point of Subchapter M Implementation
- Coast Guard Clarifies Interpretation of Subchapter M Internal Survey Requirements
- Coast Guard Addresses Transfer of a TSMS Vessel In or Out of a Charter
- Consider Avoiding Certification Delays By Applying in the Offseason
- Coast Guard Leadership Talks Consistency
- Coast Guard Clarifies Requirements for Closing Exterior Openings When Downstreaming
- Coast Guard Clarifies Navigation Assessment Requirements for Harbor Tugs
- Coast Guard Data on Towing Vessel Deficiencies and Detentions
- Guidance on the Continuation of MTSA Verifications
- Coast Guard Releases Keel Laid Date Work Instruction
- Deactivate CODs for Laid-Up Towing Vessels
- Key Takeaways from AWO’s Sub M Webinar
- First Anniversary of Sub M Implementation; Updated Coast Guard Guidance on Transferring COI Inspections Between Zones
- AWO to Host Sub M Webinar on July 24
- An Update on Towing Vessel Inspection User Fees
- Coast Guard Updates Special Consideration Work Instruction to Address Navigation Lights and Day Shapes
- Reminder to Align RCP and Subchapter M Audit Dates by July 1, 2019
- Reminder of Health and Safety Plan Requirement Effective July 22
- Forthcoming Relief for Manning on Canadian Voyages
- Key Takeaways from Coast Guard CID Conference
- New Policy for Ship Assist Operations Beyond the Boundary Line
- TSAC to Form Three Sub M Working Groups
- Reminder to Plan Time for Coast Guard Processing of COI Applications
- Highlights of the Coast Guard’s Updated TPO Guidebook
- Results from AWO’s Sub M Survey
- Reminder about Sub M’s Stability Requirements For Existing Vessels
- Reminder About Sub M Alarm Requirements
- AWO Wants to Hear From You!
- What Do I Do Now that D7 Has Deferred Enforcement?
- Does My Auditor Need to Witness Emergency Drills?
- TPOs Share Lessons Learned from Audits and Surveys
- Clarification on Coast Guard Plan To Restore Letters of Designation for PIC-Fuel Transfer
- Key Takeaways from the Fall Convention’s Sub M Seminar
- Coast Guard Releases Work Instruction Addressing Low-Risk Requirements
- Coast Guard Clarifies Policy on Credit for RCP Vessel Audits
- Marine Casualties in the Sub M Era
- No Drydocking Required Prior to COI Issuance
- TPO Notification of Marine Casualties Not Required
- AWO Member Leaders Talk Sub M with TPOs, Coast Guard
- Reminder of Subchapter M Notification Requirements
- What Is the Process for Appealing an OCMI Decision?
Countdown to Compliance
- Subchapter M Takes Effect on Friday; Reminder to Document Deficiencies
- Why Do I Need Both a Vessel Audit and a Vessel Survey?
- What Are the Required Elements of a COI Application?
- Your TPO May Approve Alternate Means for Complying with Work Vest Requirement
- Providing “Vessel Particular Information” to the Coast Guard
- AWO Members Share Experiences with Obtaining COIs
- Coast Guard Confirms Shaft Tachometers Not Required Under Subchapter M
- Register and Save the Date for Subchapter M Webinar
- Ensure Crewmember Awareness of Documented Vessel Deficiencies
- Coast Guard Revises Form CG-835
- What Does “Deferred Enforcement” Mean, and What Do I Do Now?
- Talk to Your TPO or OCMI about Existing Fire Protection Equipment and Installations
- AWO Urges Coast Guard to Resolve Issues with Low-Risk Requirements
- Coast Guard Issues Clarification on TSMS Certificates and Existing Safety Management Systems
- AWO Urges Coast Guard to Take Risk-Based Approach to Subchapter M Implementation and Enforcement
- What is a Survey and When Does My Vessel Need One?
- Important Conversations with TPOs and OCMIs
- Towing Vessel Inspection Working Group Meets; Coast Guard Releases New Subchapter M Implementation Policy Letter
- T-Minus Six Months from Subchapter M Implementation
- Coast Guard Announces It Will Begin to Issue COIs to TSMS Vessels
- Coast Guard Issues Guidelines on Subchapter M Vessel Design Verification
- Coast Guard Releases Policy on Deficiencies for TSMS Option Vessels
- Subchapter M Webinar Recording Available
- New Policy to Align RCP Certification, TSMS Certification Dates
- Got a Question? We've Got Answers
- Don't Forget to Register for Wednesday's Subchapter M Webinar
- Register and Save the Date for Subchapter M Webinar on 11/8
- Reminders about Mid-Period External Managment Audits
- Help AWO and the Coast Guard Plan for Subchapter M
- Using the ISM Code to Obtain RCP Certification
- What You Should Discuss with Your OCMI
- What Should You Be Doing Now to Prepare for Subchapter M Compliance
- Third Party-Audited SMS Compliance Is a Condition of AWO Membership
- NMC Accepting Applications for Restricted Tankerman-PIC Endorsement
- Familiarize Yourself with Coast Guard’s Sub M Manning Guidance
- Subchapter M Facilitated Discussion at Safety Committees’ Meeting in Chicago
- T-Minus One Year from Subchapter M Implementation
- Kicking off the Countdown to Compliance