Course Description – 4 DAY COURSE
Our Subchapter M Annual Survey of Towing Vessels course provides surveyors with the knowledge and skills required to perform TVIB TPO Subchapter M annual surveys of towing vessels. It has been designed to teach those who will be performing surveys as a part of an internal survey program, as well as those surveyors who wish to hold the credential to perform external surveys for TVIB. Everyone who successfully completes the course will receive a course completion certificate.
Course attendees who wish to receive the Certified Subchapter M Surveyor for Annual Surveys credential also need to submit a complete application PRIOR to attending the course. The applicant’s credentials and work experience will be reviewed by the TVIB Surveyor Certification Subcommittee to confirm the applicant meets the requirements to become a TVIB Certified Surveyor. Upon successful completion of the course, approval by the TVIB Membership Committee, and receipt of the first year of membership dues, TVIB will submit the applicant to the USCG for final approval as qualified to perform work on behalf of TVIB in its role as a TPO.
Register August 22-25, 2017 in Houston, TX
Who Should Attend
Internal Surveyors: This course is designed for individuals seeking training for Internal Surveyors as specified in section 137.315 – Internal Survey Programs, and are looking to become proficient at at conducting Subchapter M compliant internal surveys under the oversight of a Third Party Organization “TPO.”
Third Party Surveyors: This course is also for those surveyors who wish to become a TVIB Certified Subchapter M Surveyor for Annual Surveys, which is required to perform work for TVIB as a TPO surveyor.
Additional Course Details:
The course fee includes course materials and lunch each day. Note: Please inform us if you have any special dietary needs and we will make every attempt to accommodate you.
Documentation:
Please bring a photo ID with you to class.
Course materials will be provided on site. Students are expected to bring a laptop or tablet, as well as any hard copies of the American Waterways Operators Responsible Carrier Program standard and/or Subchapter M. Practical exercises, quizzes, a final exam and active participation in class are required to earn your certificate.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be submitted one week (7 days) prior to the first day of the course. Please note that a cancellation fee of $150 will be charged. No refund will be issued for non-attendance without notification or for early withdrawal from a class. Please send cancellation notifications to: cindyh@thetvib.org.
ADA Requests:
Please alert us of any ADA needs that you may have upon registration so that proper arrangements can be made to accommodate you. Send your request to: cindyh@thetvib.org.
Accommodation Information:
TVIB has contracted with The Holiday Inn Express to provide a block of rooms at a group rate of $109 per night, plus tax for a King or Double Queen Suite. The rate includes a free hot breakfast and Wifi. Please book your room by calling the hotel directly at: 1-281-479-9888 and referencing the Group Name: TV7 or by clicking the booking link below and following the prompts.
The deadline to book a room is August 16, 2017.
The hotel address is as follows:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
201 West X Street
Deer Park, TX 77536
281-479-9888
