Best management practices to deter piracy in the Gulf of Aden and off the coast of Somalia supported by industry representatives including INTERTANKO, ICS, OCIMF, BIMCO and others.
http://www.simsl.com/Loss-Prevention/IndustryBMPPiracy0209.pdf
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U.S. Medicare Requirements
With effect from 1 October 2009, the Medicare Medicaid and SCHIP Extension Act of 2007 (MMSEA) will require that quarterly reports are filed to Medicare by a Required Reporting Entity (RRE) indicating all payments that are made by the RRE to Medicare beneficiaries.
U.S. Coast Guard issues Maritime Security Directive 104-6
News release from the Coast Guard – requirements for vessel security plans for U.S. flagged vessels operating in high risk waters.
U.S. – Crewmember Identification Documents – Final Rule
The rule as to which documents constitute “acceptable identification” for crewmembers in U.S. navigable waters has now been finalised and will apply from 28 May 2009.
New Piracy Page on Steamship Mutual Website
This page is dedicated to resources giving guidance on measures to avoid piracy attacks
New images on Centenary website
Recent additions include Club Chairmen and Directors and images from a December 1997 dinner in Mumbai to mark the 50 year relationship between the Clubs and Crowe Boda.
Swine Influenza – Guidance Note
The World Health Organization has recently advised that the risk of a swine influenza pandemic has increased. This article gives guidance on measures which will help prevent infection.
Work Safely and Stay Shipshape!
New additions to the Steamship Mutual’s Loss Prevention Posters range.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Vessel General Permit
Following the Club circulars issued in December 2008 this article gives an update on the current situation and requirements.
OCIMF Issue New Piracy Guidance Measures
OCIMF has issued a second edition of its booklet “Piracy – The East Africa/Somalia Situation – Practical Measures to avoid, deter and delay piracy attacks”. The booklet is available to view and download on the Steamship Mutual website.