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ORIENTATION CHECKLIST

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COMPANY POLICIES

  • Introduction: Provide overview of the brief- Stress importance of understanding the information. Remind to ask questions if not clear on what is being discussed.

  • Chain of Command- i.e. Forman, Supervisor, Mate, Captain<br>

  • Harassment-<br>1. Glacier Fish takes harassment, including sexual harassment, very seriously.<br>2. Harassment policy is posted on bulletin boards and a copy is kept in the wheelhouse.<br>3. Harassment of any kind, on the basis of sex, race, national origin, or any protected basis is strictly prohibited.<br>4. Wrongful harassment is grounds for immediate termination. Crew members agree to this in Crew Member Agreement.<br>

  • No fraternization or harassment of observers tolerated.

  • By Catch Policies reviewed and understood by crew.

  • Complaint Procedure-<br>1. If harassed, or observe harassment- report to foreman, supervisor, or vessel officer immediately (use chain of command- but can go straight to the captain if circumstances dictate.<br>2. Crew can contact office (personnel manager) to discuss a complaint of harassment.<br>3. Complaints are confidential to the extent possible to allow for investigation and resolution of issues.<br>4. Option to report harassment experienced or observed on End Of Voyage Statement (use in addition to required reporting procedures).<br>5. Retaliation- treating a person who has complained of harassment in an unprofessional manner or otherwise taking action against that person is a violation of company policy and is prohibited. Retaliation should be reported in accordance with the Harassment Complaint procedure.<br><br>

  • Drugs and Alcohol: No Drinking or drugs- Zero Tolerance<br>Crew not permitted to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs while under contract.<br>1. This includes prescription narcotics.<br>2. Prescription narcotics must be reported to the medical officer, and surrendered to the medical officer when boarding the vessel. Failure to do so is grounds for immediate termination. Testing positive for prescription narcotics that are not reported is also grounds for immediate termination.<br>3. Do not take prescription medications that do not belong to you. Being in possession of prescription medications that you do not have a prescription for is grounds for termination as well.

  • The company has an Employee Assistance Program available that can assist with a variety of personal issues beyond issues with drugs or alcohol. NSFC's EAP provider is First Choice Health. Employees may access this service at 800-777-4114 or at www.FirstChoiceEAP.com, username: northstarfishing. This service is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

  • General Conduct- Theft and personal items: <br>1. Theft, discourteous or abusive behavior etc as outlined in the crewmembers agreement will not be tolerated.<br>2. Recommend crew members put names on important items.<br>3. Keep valuables locked up.<br>4. Ask to lock substantial amounts of money or valuables in the ships safe until you depart the vessel.<br>

  • Product Tampering- <br>1. Is a violation of the law.<br>2. Persons caught intentionally sabotaging products or materials used in production for Glacier Fish will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

  • Shore leave / port policies<br>

INFECTIOUS DISEASE / COVID-19 SAFETY PLAN

  • Review on board controls and measures in place to reduce introduction and spread of infectious diseases including COVID19. Review Safety Instruction 009 with crew upon arrival and ensure full understanding of requirements.

  • Review company policy stating face masks are mandatory at ALL times to except when eating or sleeping.

  • Remind all crew: <br>Wash hands frequently- before and after using facilities, before and after eating in galley, after coughing/sneezing etc.<br>If feeling sick- fever, coughing, difficulty breathing type symptoms require immediate report to supervisor/wheelhouse.<br>If you are quarantined or isolated in your room due to symptoms, follow all instructions exactly as provided. Wear a mask (will be provided), use the head facility instructed too, and do not interact with other crewmembers.<br>

  • Stress importance of practicing social distancing to the extent possible while on board the vessel.

  • Remind crew that are departing the vessel for any reason to follow all instructions regarding travel, lodging, and social distancing requirements. There are NO exceptions to this; violating company policy is grounds for termination.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES

  • MARPOL- Prevention of Marine Pollution from Ships. Based on International Treaty aimed at preventing ocean pollution. MARPOL is codified under the laws of the United States and is enforced by the US Coast Guard.<br>1. MARPOL prohibits the overboard discharge of oil or oily water.<br>2. MARPOL prohibits the disposal of plastic into the ocean (including incinerator ashes of plastics)<br>3. MARPOL prohibits the intentional release of ozone depleting substances<br>4. Violations can lead to criminal penalties for responsible individuals and companies.<br>5. Everyone on board is subject to these rules; you have a duty to report if violations are observed.<br>6. Accidental spills and discharges are treated as though they were an intentional discharge if they are not reported. Always report accidental discharges immediately.<br>6. The Company has zero tolerance for failing to report environmental issues.<br>7. The Company has zero tolerance policy regarding retaliation against a person making a report.<br>

  • Garbage Management Plan <br>1. Do not throw ANY type of garbage overboard. No Exceptions.<br>2. All garbage must be segregated as per the vessel Garbage Management Plan. <br>3. Florescent light tubes are considered universal waste and must be disposed of accordingly (never thrown in the trash).

  • Company open reporting policy:<br>1. Events that endanger the safety of the vessel, crew or environment, ethical misconduct, violations of the law, and/or failure to comply with company policies, procedures or regulations may be reported directly or anonymously by using "openreport@glacierfish.com". Preferred routing of reports, unless desiring to remain anonymous is via the chain of command (supervisor/department head, vessel captain, Operations or Port Engineer, President or CEO).<br>2. All open reports will be investigated.<br>3. No retaliation for notifying office of health, safety or environmental issues.<br>4. Failing to report violations is grounds for dismissal. In other words, if you see something you must take action either via anonymous open report or by filing a report via the chain of command. Failing to do this is grounds for dismissal.

  • Always ASK your supervisor if you have any questions about environmental policies or procedures.

  • Crewmembers who are assigned spill responsibilities must receive an annual orientation to Spill Response Equipment as per the NTVRP. Document this orientation on the NTVRP Checklist.

VESSEL INFORMATION

  • Off limit areas

  • Galley rules and meals

  • Housekeeping: Respect and keep things clean, Toilets- only approved paper, Laundry procedures

  • Staterooms: Meals, Smoking / Smoke Detectors, Keep Clean

  • Staterooms: Prohibitions on extension cords running under mattresses, burning incense or candles (all fire hazards)

  • Personal items- Mark your name on everything

SAFETY- GENERAL

  • Reminder to read/review Glacier Fish Company Safety, Health and Environmental Manual, and Safety Management System Manual. Supervisors need to know policies that are applicable to their respective areas of responsibility.<br>Quick Reference Guide- Reminder of it use and purpose.

  • Our goal is zero accidents<br>1. Safety starts with each individual.<br>2. Know your job, ask questions when in doubt.<br>3. Wear proper PPE at all times.<br>4. Keep your eyes out for shipmates; demonstrate teamwork.

  • Report injuries, illness, and unsafe conditions to your supervisor<br>1. All accidents must be reported within 7 days. Federal Law.<br>2. If involved in an accident, you may be required to take a drug test.

  • Locations of first aid kits, identify first responders<br>1. Explain locations of first aid kits, stations, etc on each boat. Physically point out on tour of the boat.<br>2. Eye wash stations- Do not use for drinking fountains!<br>3. Report to the medical officer if ill (mandatory). Report rashes, boils, coughs lasting more than 3 days (or productive), etc.<br>4. Advise medical officer of medications currently on.

  • Zero Harm Observation Program- program overview, purpose and process

  • Ships Ladders and Stairs- Steep stairs and ladders require you to face the ladder (or stairs) both going up and down. <br>Use handrails provided. <br>Never run or jump up or down. <br>Always keep one had for the ship and one hand for yourself.

  • Watertight Door and Hatches- Never place hands or fingers on the knife edge of the door. Serious injury or amputation could occur if the door inadvertently swings closed with hands/fingers on the knife edge.<br>Watertight doors must be kept closed at sea. Dog closed, and latch open. Hatches are never left unsecured at anytime.<br><br>

  • Offload Safety-<br>1. Wear appropriate clothing and PPE<br>2. Hard hats required on deck and on dock.<br>3. Safety vests required on the dock.<br>4. Cargo hold/freezer crew safety- Change gloves and socks as necessary (often). Know the early warning signs of frostbite (explain).

  • Weather Deck Safety<br>1. In rough weather, always keep one hand for you and one for the vessel.<br>2. Exercise caution on stairs and ladders always, but particularly in adverse sea conditions.<br>3. Use hand rails and bunk safety rails.<br>4. Do not leave loose objects lying around unsecured. <br>5. Learn the feel of the movement of the vessel and react accordingly.

SAFETY- DRILLS & EMERGENCIES

  • General Alarm<br>1. General alarm bell is rung as a test every________________________.<br>2. If you hear a continuous ringing of the general alarm, go to your station.<br>3. Once at your station, muster in your assigned group.<br>4. Identify, physically, the location of the general alarm on the vessel.

  • Fire<br>1. When alarm sounds, go to your station.<br>2. Identify the alarm for fire on the specific vessel<br>3. Know the locations of fire extinguishers on board the vessel. Most fires can be extinguished in early (incipient) stages with a fire extinguisher.<br>4. If you encounter a fire, yell "Fire, Fire, Fire" and close off the space if possible.<br>5. Use remote manual pull stations to sound the alarm (red, marked Fire Alarm).<br>6. Report inoperative alarms and safety devices immediately to the vessel safety officer.<br>7. Know your escape routes from your stateroom, work spaces, and commonly used spaces.<br>8. Smoking only allowed in designated spaces- privilege, not a right- follow the rules.<br>9. If unsure what alarms sounds are, ask for clarification.

  • Flooding<br>1. In the event of flooding, designated crewmembers will close water tight doors and man the emergency pump(s).<br>2. If you see excessive water where it doesn't belong, notify the wheelhouse immediately.<br>3. In inclement weather, exterior doors will be required to remain closed (explain procedures for specific vessel).<br>4. Portholes- policy on keeping closed as per vessel.<br>

  • Abandon Ship<br>1. Signal to abandon ship given by the captain.<br>2. Explain what the abandon ship signal is (demonstrate if possible).<br>3. Know your raft assignments- (Explain where the information is located and ensure all understand).<br>4. Discuss procedures for launching rafts (explain who launches- stress that in an emergency they may be called upon to assist).<br>5. Rafts will self deploy if not launched before the vessel goes down.

  • Man Overboard<br>1. Demonstrate and explain signal.<br>2. If you see a person go overboard, yell "Man Overboard"!<br>3. Throw something that floats to the person in the water (even if they cannot reach it).<br>4. Do not take eyes off the person- point and continue to do so until properly relieved.<br><br>

  • Reporting inoperative alarms and fire detection systems<br>1. This requirement includes but is not limited too discharged or faulty fire extinguishers, inoperative alarms, anything that looks hazardous or out of the ordinary.

  • Donning immersion suits and other wearable personal floatation devices<br>1. Procedures for donning immersion suits can be found on the vessel Safety Information boards located (explain where on each boat).<br>2. While under contract with Glacier Fish, you will be required to practice donning an immersion suit every 30 days. (CG Requirement)<br>3. In the event of an emergency, suits will be passed out at the muster location. You may be required to assist in passing them out.<br>4. Immersion suits are located (explain location for each respective vessel).<br>5. All employees donned an immersion suit and are familiar with the procedures.

  • Making a VHF radio distress call and using visual distress signals<br>1. Explain procedures for making a distress call on the VHF radio.<br>2. Explain procedures for using visual distress signals (point out stowage locations).

  • Point out locations of skiff(s), embarkation points, who launches and recovers, etc.

  • Discuss evacuation procedures to be used- Routes and Exits. Discuss dockside emergency procedures.

  • Discuss procedures for securing the vessel for heavy weather conditions.

SAFETY- FIRE INFORMATION

  • Location of fire equipment and emergency exits

  • Use of fire equipment<br>

  • Fire and general alarms<br>

  • Smoking and non-smoking areas<br>

SAFETY- PROCESSING, FACTORY ORIENTATION

  • Complete Annual Mandatory Factory Orientation Form separately. The Mandatory Annual Factory Orientation form is required for all employees working in the factory at minimum once per year. Factory Foreman should complete with verification by wheelhouse prior to submission.

  • Has an Annual Mandatory Factory Orientation Form been completed for all employees on this orientation that will be working in the factory?

SAFETY- SPECIFIC PROGRAMS

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); what is available, where is it located, when is it to be worn

  • Chemicals in the workplace- general safety

  • Hazard Communication Program-<br>Employee has right to know what chemicals they are working with. <br>Product labeling- Notify supervisor of any drum or container that doesn't have a proper label.<br>Secondary storage containers must be labeled with the name of the product contained. <br>Master list of chemicals on board the vessel.<br>GHS pictograms for identifying hazards associated with chemicals. (Provide example of the pictogram and review).

  • Safety Data Sheets<br>1. Discuss how employees can obtain an SDS using the electronic format.<br>2. Information contained on the SDS include: Product information / name, hazard identification, physical data of the product, fire and explosion data, reactivity (with other products) data, protective equipment requirements, effects of overexposure, spill or leak containment procedures, transportation data and special precautions.<br>

  • Bloodborne Pathogen<br>1. Wear protection when appropriate.<br>2. Laundry rooms- wear gloves when doing the laundry.<br>3. Galley- Wear gloves when doing dishes and general cleaning.<br>4. If injured, and bleeding (if mobile and injury is not too severe), get to an area where the blood can be contained (example- over a sink).<br>5. Do not go the galley if bleeding. Keep blood out of galley and living areas.<br>6. Notify supervisors when blood is present.<br>7. Do not put blood or urine soiled clothing or sheets in the laundry. Notify someone so they can be put in a plastic bag to be cleaned or incinerated.<br>8. Do not clean up blood- trained personnel only will undertake the task.

  • Respiratory Protection Program<br>1. Fit test requirements for those who will wear respirators.<br>2. Location of respirators and cartridges.<br>3. Explain when required- i.e. painting, welding, grinding, etc<br>

  • Hearing protection- how to properly use; where is it required to be used<br>1. Always wear hearing protection in noisy spaces. Adhere to posted signs (i.e. "double hearing protection required in this space", etc).<br>2. Ear muffs can be purchased in the sea store. Foam plugs are available throughout the vessel for your use.

  • Lockout/Tags-plus<br>1. All equipment is to be locked out prior to conducting service, cleaning or repair.<br>2. Foreman, supervisors or engineer only ones authorized to perform lockout.<br>3. Do not tamper, remove or alter tags on equipment that is locked out.<br>4. Lockout Procedures are contained in the ships LOT+ manual maintained by the Chief Engineer.<br>5. Lockout Tags Plus training for effected persons will be completed separately from this orientation.

  • Potential Hazard areas on board vessel; risk management

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SUMMARY

  • Typed Name & Signature of Person Conducting Training:

  • Take photo of signed roster sheet and attach here (Or have crew sign individually below)

  • I have received an orientation including policy, vessel safety, and general vessel information.

  • Employee Name & Signature
  • Employee: Typed Name & Signature

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