Below are safety training courses, opportunities, and resources for commercial fishermen and aquaculturists. As new courses, opportunities, or resources become available, we will strive to publish them here. See also our partner organizations listed under Feature Links.
Training Opportunities and Resources
Survival Gear Loan Program
Maine Coast Fishermen's Association
The Maine Coast Fishermen's Association has life rafts and survival suits available to loan
PFD's for Fishermen
Northeast Center for Occupational Health and Safety
Lifejackets are provided at a discounted cost to fishermen who attend a safety or first aid/CPR training or meet with FPSS staff.
Comprehensive First Aid and CPR Training
Midcoast First Aid
Provides comprehensive basic first aid and CPR training all over the state of Maine
Date, time, and location TBD
Aging, Injury, and Chronic Illness Support
Fishability
FishAbility supports fishermen, lobstermen, oyster farmers, people working in aquaculture, and family members of fishing businesses who experience barriers to employment such as aging, injury, or chronic illness.