USCG Merchant Marine Drug Testing
I had no problems with the drug testing, but I had more problems finding a place that is acceptable to the USCG. Arrgh… A helpful young... »
USCG Merchant Marine Physical
The only requirement for getting started in the US Merchant Marine is getting a CG-719 K/E physical. This physical is required to get a Merchant Mariners... »
Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
All maritime personnel are now required to get a TWIC card before they can get their Merchant Mariners Document (MMD) issued. The TWIC is issued by... »
US Merchant Marine
I am in the process of renewing my USCG 3rd Assistant Engineer - Unlimited license. The process is complex to say the least. I have been... »
Svetasvatara Upanisad II Book I : On Yoga
I have been reading The Upanisads. They are spiritual commentaries from Hinduism. They are very interesting and in many ways like more like Christian proverbs. I... »