Health and Safety, Quality and the Environment
Dann Ocean Towing, Inc (DOT) is committed to safety, quality and environmental protection in all phases of our operations. Through the wide variety of tug boat services we provide, safety remains our consistent focus, ultimately protecting each member of the project team.
We do it the safe way, the right way, every day
Health & Safety
Dann Ocean Towing is committed to safety through its Towing Safety Management System. This system is approved by the United States Coast Guard and audited by Bureau Veritas to ensure safe towing operations and give the crews the training and resources they require to work in a safe and efficient manner. Dann Ocean Towing will not lower its safety standards to accomplish a task.
Environmental Stewardship
Dann Ocean Towing is an active member of the American Waterway Operators and seeks to negate our impact by placing environmental controls over all aspects of company operations. Dann Ocean Towing is 2013 VGP compliant and ensures vessel systems are maintained at the highest levels of efficiency.
USCG Certification
Dann Ocean Towing has been a leader in meeting and exceeding the USCG requirements for the inspection of towing vessels. Dann Ocean Towing received the first ABS Survey of Compliance with Subchapter M, and the Captain Dann was one of the first tugboats in the country to receive a COI. We are well on our way to exceeding the annual requirements for receiving COIs.
Dann Ocean Towing maintains compliance with the following safety standards:
ISM Code (International Safety Management) – Recognized ISM Compliant by Bureau Veritas
USCG Approved Towing Safety Management System
American Waterway Operators Responsible Carrier Program
American Bureau of Shipping Class and Load Line Certifications
2013 Vessel General Permit (VGP) Compliant
Third Party Ship Inspection Reports (SIRE) for tugs in the petroleum trade