Episode Details

In Part 2 of this safety-focused series, I continue the conversation with Coast Guard Safety Examiner Steven Kee.

This time, Steven walks us through practical advice and emotional insight, and I give empowering reminders and discussion prompts to have with your fisherman that matter more than you may realize.

You’ll learn:

• Having a spouse or family member present during dockside safety exams often leads to better outcomes.
• How often fishermen need to prepare for examinations.
• Tips for starting the safety convo at home—and actually being heard
• The one thing Steven wishes every partner and family member knew

Mentioned in this episode:

• Text a picture of your life raft on board to see if it’s secured correctly. Steven can be reached on his government work phone during work hours at (504) 957-4794
• AMSEA (Alaska Marine Safety Education Association): https://www.amsea.org
• NIOSH - https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/fishing
• FishSafeWest.info - Generate a checklist for your fishing vessel using their checklist generator and pass your exam on their first visit.
• Kent Safety Products episode 
• Contact your local Coast Guard safety examiner (you can usually find them through your regional Coast Guard office or by asking at your local harbor)
  
  

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