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Deckhand River Barge Training

Job-Ready in 70 Hours

Become job-ready in 70 hours. Classes begin every 2-3 weeks.

Class Topics

  • Back Safety for Inland Water Ways
  • Hazard Communications
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Benzene Cargo Safety
  • Countermeasures on Water
  • Maritime Security Awareness for the Inland and Coastal Towing Industries
  • Safe Line Handling Practices for the Inland Waterways
  • Safe Galley Work Practices
  • Basic First Aid for the Maritime Industries
  • Drug Alcohol Awareness for the Maritime Employee
  • Hydrogen Sulfide Safety
  • Slips Trips and Falls Prevention
  • Barge Winches
  • Security for the Inland Waterways and Marsec Levels
  • Fire Safety
Locations
  • Vicksburg

Important Program Information

Who is eligible?
  • High School Diploma or Equivalency
  • Physical, MRI and Background Check required.
How much does it cost?

Tuition for River Barge Deck Hand Training is the same as any other college course at ̨Íå²Ê¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Community College. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.

How do I apply?

Submit a resume to Deckhand.Training@hindscc.edu.

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