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device is reportedly the world's most advanced smoke hood that provides up to 20 minutes of breathable air in a toxic environment. The cruise line's primary purpose for providing the smoke hoods is to protect against smoke inhalation in the event of a shipboard fire. Princess is deploying between 350 and 700 units per vessel. Currently, Brookdale Inter- national Systems Inc., the manufacturer of EVAC-U8, has received an order for 4,000 units; deliveries began in May 1999.

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Fast Ferry Crews Train At MSI

MarineSafety International's (MSI)

Newport Simulator Center is offering captains and first mates five-day courses in High-Speed Craft (HSC) Maneuver- ing and HSC Safety.

Aimed at increasing safety of their high-speed fast ferries, the maneuvering course concentrates on the use of Radar,

ARPA, and other instrumentation used in heavy traffic and reduced visibility, and the safety course also covers avia- tion-type Cockpit Resource Manage- ment (CRM) and incorporates the use of

Electronic Chart Display Information

System (ECDIS.) Both courses include case studies, simulator exercises, and response models based on fast-ferry experiences.

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WE HAVE QUITE A WEIGHTING LIST

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Ten out of ten boot specialists recommend a salt-free diet

Ask a boat manufacturer, a repair yard, a mechanic and the opinion is unanimous. Eliminate salt spray from the engine room and you'll improve performance and safety, while you reduce downtime and maintenance.

A Munters Marine Salt Spray Eliminator protects your hull, your electronics and nurses your bottom line. Talk to your boat specialist or call Munters, today. 0 Munters 108 Sixth Street, Southeast • Fort Myers, Florida 33907 1-800-446-6868 • Fax: 941-278-1316

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