Marine Safety Information

Rear Admiral Jim Watson narrates four video clips providing basic information on marine safety - why it's important, who is involved, where it takes place, and how the Coast Guard and maritime community collaborate to achieve safety and security at sea.


Last Global Commons: Unlike on land, the sea is vast, harsh and ungoverned.

Marine Safety Today: The global economy depends on safe, secure marine transportation

Marine Safety History: Coast Guard has provided a critical role in the nation's maritime history

Modern Marine Safety: Today's ships and crews benefit from marine safety improvements following marine casualties of the past