b'something like that. He did, however, credit the need ofhelped shape his dedication to safety. Though he acknowl-training and how it had helped him in those moments inedged that it may sound clich to give a shout out to the the water. I knew I was a good swimmer and have been toowner of the company where he works, he said that one man overboard training that was provided through work. mentor that sticks out the most is Terry Wirginis, president of the Gateway Clipper Fleet. He is a great man and men-Understanding just how crucial training is, often comestor, Sirbaugh explained. Not only is he full of knowledge fromreallifeexperienceslikethatSeptembernightinabout the industry, he takes the time to actually get to the Emsworth Lock. Most mariners will face unforeseenknow his employees and also gives advice that helps with incidents in their careers that will underscore the need foryour day-to-day life.safety. Sirbaugh is no exception and shared a story from when he was a new deckhand out working on a work floatSirbaugh works to instill in his crew a respect for safety and painting. A pleasure boat went down the river and sent aemergency preparedness so that they, too, are ready and wake over to me. Knocked me right off the float and intoable to successfully face the unexpected. He makes sure his the water. The work vest I had on failed and popped off.team takes drills seriously and doesnt joke around. After I was able to get myself back on to the work float and tomore than 15 years of experience in the maritime industry safety. After that is when I would say that I started to reallythis is the same advice that he shares with other captains focus more on safety. andcrews.Drillasifitstherealthing.Dontjustgo through the motions. You never know when your life or Sirbaugh explained that over the years he has had multiplesomeone elses will be on the line. Theres no such thing as mentors who have offered guidance and advice that alsotoo much training.Kohler Marine is nowCMFrom 6 to 200kW YCMMYCYCMYKAvailable with or without enclosures 6 to 200kWAvailable from AvailableAvailable 20 to 175kW 6 to 200kW 6 to 200kWFor global support, contact John McKinnon at 770-601-6880 or john.mckinnon@kohler.com GLADDING-HEARN*Products shown are not to scale SHIPBUILDINGDuclos Corporation gladding-hearn.com29 MARCH 2025'