AWO to Hold Subchapter M Info Sessions
The American Waterways Operators (AWO) will hold Subchapter M information sessions open to both members and nonmembers at its summer regional meetings in Portland on August 10, in Pittsburgh on August 17 and in New York on August 24.
Each session will include briefings and updates on:
- The AWO Towing Vessel Inspection Working Group’s assessment of the rule
- The Coast Guard’s process to address questions and concerns raised by the working group and other industry members
- The status of the Coast Guard’s draft Subchapter M implementation policy guidance, and the process for industry review of the draft policy
- AWO’s plans for submittal of the Responsible Carrier Program for acceptance as a Towing Safety Management System and RCP auditing options for AWO members.