Innovate methods of propaganda.
During a fire prevention and firefighting skills training session, many fishermen in Van Tuong commune were informed in detail about common fire and explosion risks on fishing boats, such as electrical short circuits, fuel leaks, or negligence in daily life.
Beyond theory, maritime workers also get hands-on practice using on-site firefighting equipment.
Training on fire prevention and firefighting skills for fishermen in Van Tuong commune.
Fisherman Truong Khac Linh from Tuyet Diem village, Van Tuong commune, shared: “Thanks to direct guidance, we understand each step of the process. From how to pull the safety pin, point the nozzle at the base of the fire, to the optimal spraying distance.”
“With a solid understanding of the techniques, if an incident unfortunately occurs at sea, the crew on board will be fully prepared to respond promptly.”
To ensure the highest effectiveness of the awareness campaign, the relevant authorities have proactively innovated their approach, adapting it to the specific working conditions of fishermen.
Authorities are instructing fishermen on the use of assistive applications at sea.
Major Pham Ngoc Kha, Deputy Political Officer of Binh Thanh Border Guard Station, said that the unit has concretized common dangerous situations at sea into visually illustrative video clips.
This helps fishermen easily understand and remember the procedures for handling situations such as mechanical failures, loss of tracking system connectivity, or responding to natural disasters.
Working alongside fishermen to remove the IUU “yellow card”
Currently, Quang Ngai province has more than 4,800 fishing vessels with over 38,000 workers directly involved in seafood exploitation. Among them, the offshore fishing fleet operating in the Hoang Sa and Truong Sa waters plays a crucial role in both developing the marine economy and protecting national sovereignty .
Authorities presented the national flag to the fishermen.
Offshore fishing operations are always faced with many unexpected risks from nature and technical incidents. Alongside the fishermen, the Border Guard forces of the province and the Command of Coast Guard Region 2 maintain a 24/7 communication system and are ready with rescue vehicles in case of emergencies.
In addition to rescue and relief efforts, the management and monitoring of fishing vessel operations, linked to the task of combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, is being implemented vigorously.
Border guards from Binh Thanh Border Post are disseminating information about regulations under the Law on Marine Fisheries Exploitation.
Fisherman Le Van Ha from Van Tuong commune said: “Before starting the engine and setting off, the first thing we do is check all the safety equipment and the vessel tracking system. Throughout the fishing trip, the vessel tracking device must operate continuously 24/7 so that the authorities can monitor it.”
“If any technical equipment malfunction occurs, the captain must immediately report it to the relevant authorities and agencies for guidance on how to handle it according to regulations.”
Authorities are always there to support fishermen, ensuring they have safer voyages at sea.
Captain Pham Viet Quoc – Deputy Political Officer of Squadron 23 (Command of Coast Guard Region 2) emphasized that the unit regularly coordinates propaganda and mobilization efforts to encourage local people to strictly comply with legal regulations, absolutely not encroach on foreign waters to exploit marine resources, maintain VMS equipment connectivity, and carry all required professional documents and certificates.
The proactive approach of the authorities, coupled with the increasing awareness of the people, is creating confidence for each fishing trip. Thoroughly equipped safety skills help protect the lives and property of fishermen.
At the same time, it plays a crucial role in helping the whole country remove the IUU “yellow card”; affirming that each fishing vessel venturing out to sea is a “living landmark” safeguarding the sovereignty of the nation’s seas and islands.
Text and photos: T. Phuong – T. Nhan