Maritime: Intro To Vessel & Barge Equipment & Terminology

Working as a crew member on a towing vessel, you may be exposed to the many different roles, such as a deckhand, pilot, or captain. With a commitment to safety, your crew will develop a rewarding career as a tow/tug boat crew member. Use this online training course to provide your crew with an understanding of the basic terminology to help them find safety and success in the maritime industry.

This course discusses the types of tows used by towing vessels. It also describes the structural components of barges, tugs, and towboats. Learners become familiar with the terminology of barges and towing equipment, along with tips on how to make and break tows safely. An emphasis is placed on the consistent use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as work vests, hard-toe safety shoes, eye protection, work gloves, and sunscreen.

Since barges are the most economical way to transfer goods and materials, it is important to have a properly trained crew who know how to make and break tows, operate a towing vessel, and who understands the safety protocols.

   This course is in the Video On Demand format, to read about Video On Demand features click here.

Towboat, tugboat and push boat crew members

• Introduction To Towing Vessels
• Barges
• Tugs and Towboat Exterior
• Tugs and Towboat Interior
• PPE - Personal Protective Equipment
• Other Tow Equipment
• Making and Breaking Tow

• Maritime: Man Overboard Prevention for the Inland Waterways