MARINA FIRE SAFETY: CRITICAL UPGRADES BEFORE WINTER
Marina Fire Safety: Critical Upgrades Before Winter As cold weather approaches and marinas shift to winter operations, now is the time to review marina fire safety systems. Heaters, closed buildings, dry storage equipment, and a reduced work staff can all increase fire risk—especially if inspections are overlooked. A few preventive upgrades in October can protect […]
TRICK-OR-TREAT SAFETY: A MUST FOR WORRY-FREE FAMILY MARINA EVENTS
Trick-or-Treat Safety: A Must for Worry-Free Family Marina Events Marinas are becoming increasingly popular as destinations for festive fall events, especially among boaters with young families. Halloween weekend brings the perfect opportunity to host a trick-or-treat path across docks or a waterfront trunk-or-treat. These family marina events are beloved traditions in many communities, but they […]
FALL MARINA INSPECTION: SMART PREP BEFORE THE FREEZE
Fall Marina Inspection: Smart Prep Before the Freeze While temperatures begin to dip and boating activity slows, fall becomes the ideal time for marina operators to conduct a thorough walkthrough of all facilities. A comprehensive fall marina inspection doesn’t just help you catch wear and tear, it prevents costly winter damage, ensures safety, and supports […]
MARINA CYBERSECURITY TIPS: SHIELD AND SECURE YOUR DOCK FROM DIGITAL THREATS
Marina Cybersecurity Tips: Shield and Secure Your Dock from Digital Threats The digital systems marinas rely on today—cloud-based reservation platforms, Wi-Fi networks, point-of-sale terminals, and smart dock controls—offer major operational benefits. But they also open the door to potential cybersecurity threats that can compromise customer data, financial records, or even dock infrastructure. That’s why understanding […]
CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK 2025
Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week 2025 Child Boating Safety Deserves the Spotlight This September Every September, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launches Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week, an annual observance aimed at educating parents and guardians on the importance of properly securing children in vehicles. But for marina communities, this week offers a valuable […]
OPEN BOATING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
Open Boating Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Invisible Danger: Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Open-Air Boating Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can quickly build to dangerous levels around running engines—even in open, outdoor environments. While many associate CO poisoning with enclosed cabins or winter boating, the risk in open-air situations is just as […]
MID-SEASON MARINA MAINTENANCE TIPS
Mid-Season Marina Maintenance: Keeping Operations Smooth Through Peak Boating Months As summer hits full stride, marinas are at their busiest. Docks are filled, fuel docks are working overtime, and marina maintenance teams are responding to daily wear and tear. By mid-season, many operators find themselves too caught up in customer service to stop and assess […]
STAFFING SOS: SOLVING MARINA LABOR WOES
Staffing SOS: Solving Marina Labor Woes With Memorial Day behind us, the busy season is already here. For many marinas, that means juggling increased boat traffic, daily maintenance, and high customer expectations—often with too few hands on deck. While the need for dockhands, techs, and support staff ramps up fast, filling those roles hasn’t gotten […]
HOT DAYS AND HARD WORK KEEP STAFF HYDRATED AND HEALTHY
Hot Days and Hard Work: Keep Staff Hydrated and Healthy Staying Afloat: Hydration and Heat Safety for Marina Staff Summer at the marina isn’t just busy—it’s demanding. Long hours under the sun, physical work, and exposure to heat and humidity make dehydration a serious concern for marina staff. While most safety conversations focus on guest […]
PHONES DOWN EYES UP
Phones Down Eyes Up™: What Marinas and Boaters Need to Know About a Life-Saving Message The most dangerous moment on or near the water isn’t always during a storm or a mechanical failure—it’s the quiet moment when someone stops paying attention. Drowning is often silent, fast, and preventable, especially when children are involved. That’s why […]