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Supplement 56 Update Webinar (2016)

ABYC Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft Supplement 56 Update Webinar. This webinar presents the significant changes that occurred in this years revision of the ABYC Standards. It is presented by Brian Goodwin, ABYC Technical Director and David Broadbent, Technical Standards Specialist.

13 standards were revised and published for the 2016 supplement. These standards were:

  • A-16, Electric Navigation Lights
  • A-27, Alternating Current (AC)Generator Sets
  • E-10, Storage Batteries
  • H-5, Boat Load Capacity
  • H-25, Portable Marine Gasoline Fuel Systems
  • H-26, Powering of Boats
  • H-28, Inflatable Boats
  • H-33, Diesel Fuel Systems
  • P-6, Propeller Shafting Systems
  • P-14, Mechanical Propulsion Control Systems
  • S-8, Boat Measurement and Weight
  • T-1, Aluminum Applications
  • T-5, Safety Signs and Labels

Brian Goodwin

ABYC Technical Director

ABYC

As the Director of Standard and Compliance at the American Boat and Yacht Council, Brian is responsible for the managing the day to day operations of the department and the review and publication of over 80 standards. He also insures the execution of numerous grants awarded to the Standards and Compliance Department. Additionally, he addresses standards and compliance questions related to standards in the Hull, Machinery, and Product Interface divisions. Brian is also actively liaisons with other industry groups including NMMA, NASBLA, SAMS®, NAMS, NFPA, and SAE. Prior to assuming role as the Director, Standards and Compliance, he was the Technical Standards Manager at ABYC.

In addition to having a dual degree in Biology/Marine Environmental Science, Brian has a broad range of marine industry experience including roles as a Captain, Dockmaster and Navigation Officer on a hydrographic survey vessel.

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