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February 2019
Hydraulic Trailer Safety Training
A new members-only training opportunity from MMTA! This course covers best practices for hydraulic trailer operations, loading safety, basic equipment maintenance
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Hydraulic Systems Training
This is a members-only training opportunity from MMTA. This course will cover: Hydraulic fitting identification Basic theory of hydraulic systems Overview of basic systems used in the marine industry and the best...
Find out more »October 2019
The Maine Boat Show
The Maine Boat Show opens this fall at Thompson’s Point in Maine’s largest city during the peak of fall foliage season. The event is produced by the Maine Marine Trades Association and will be held the weekend of October 4-6 in Portland.
Find out more »December 2019
ABYC Marine Electrical Certification – FAST TRAC
This 2-day electrical certification review and exam is for marine professional with at least 3 - 5 years of experience working with marine electrical systems.
Find out more »Waterfront First Aid
Midcoast First Aid, LLC will provide training specifically for marina & boatyard staff, sailing programs, yacht clubs, coastal sailors, crew, and yacht racers
Find out more »January 2020
MMTA Annual Conference January 2020
Conference Agenda and Program from January 16 Presentation: Marijuana in the Workplace PDF Maine DOL Guide to Marijuana in the Workplace Presentation: Abandoned/ Derelict Boats PDF Presentation: Flood Insurance PDF Presentation: Amplify Your Voice In Augusta PDF Conference invite and registration.
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Crane Operator Training
Crane Operator & Rigging Safety Course Description: Crane operators will gain better understanding of safe practices in rigging and hoisting. This class will cover the following topics: Overview of Crane Operations 179 Load Capacities & Chart Interpretations/Reading Crane Accident Causes & Control Safe Rigging Practices & Applications 184 Rigging Accidents & Control Inspection Practices for Cranes and Hoisting Gear Crane Safety Test Below the Hook Rigging Test Instruction will include hand out materials, films, workshops, Power Point. Ample time has…
Find out more »March 2020
OSHA 10-Hour Training for Maritime Industry
About the OSHA 10-Hour Certification This 2-day course will be instructed by SafetyWorks! of the Maine Department of Labor and hosted right at a boatyard. The course contains basic information about: Intro to OSHA Walking working surfaces (incl. scaffolding & possibly a section on cranes/hoisting equipment) Emergency Action Plan/Fire safety Electrical Flammable/Combustible liquids Personal Protective Equipment (incl. respirators) Machine Guarding Hazard Communication (incl. new GHS requirements) Intro to Industrial Hygiene incl. ergonomics and typical boatyard exposures to noise/styrene/wood dust Safety…
Find out more »Straddlelift Training
This course covers best practices for haul & launch preparations, lift operational safety, sling placement, basic equipment maintenance including slings & cables, as well as blocking and boat stand usage – all with an eye toward the safe operation of the machine. The class is comprised of two components – classroom & demonstration. Participants who successfully complete the written test will receive a Certificate of Completion. Course fee includes handout materials, morning coffee & lunch. Who Should Attend: Equipment operators, members…
Find out more »October 2020
Straddlelift Training – Rescheduled
Straddlelift Training -October 2 (Alternate weather date will be October 9) This course covers best practices for haul and launch preparations, lift operational safety, sling placement, basic equipment maintenance including slings and cables, as well as blocking and boat stand usage – all with an eye toward the safe operation of the machine. The class is comprised of two components – classroom and demonstration. Participants who successfully complete the written test will receive a Certificate of Completion. Course fee includes…
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