MarineSafe 811 Training Meeting
A focused session providing valuable information on safe marine construction practices and the role of 811 in protecting underwater infrastructure.
Date: October 27, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Norfolk Federal Building (REAL ID-compliant ID required for entry)
Address: 200 Granby St. | Norfolk VA 23510
Registration Limit: This meeting is limited to 20 registrants
IMPORTANT NOTE: REAL ID-compliant ID required for entry
Overview: MarineSafe811, Virginia 811, and Virginia State Corporation Commission
- Challenges with underwater infrastructure, accident review, and avoidance measures
- NTSB recommendations and marine safety best practices, including hazard avoidance, prevention strategies, and emergency response
- Understanding Virginia 811 and the State Corporation Commission: process overview, areas of responsibility, and state regulations
- Identifying pipelines, underwater electrical lines, and other utilities: ownership, operation, regulation, emergency contacts, permitting, as-builts, and surveys
- Safety guidelines for mariners to protect themselves and their crews
- Available training, support, resources, and tools
USCG Sector Virginia
- Roles and responsibilities: who handles what and when to engage
- Prevention efforts: waterways safety, inspections, and investigations
- Preparedness and response procedures
- Understanding Notices to Mariners, Marine Safety Information Bulletins (MSIBs), and other communication tools
- Opportunities to support USCG initiatives and strengthen partnerships
- How to contact USCG personnel
- Proactive engagement through the Harbor Safety Committee and other stakeholder groups
Pipeline and Utility Companies
- Overview of Virginia-area companies and their areas of responsibility
- Key waterway infrastructure, ongoing projects, and maintenance activities
- Discussion of near misses, potential threats, and opportunities for communication and partnerships
- Guidance on emergency procedures and contact information
Dredging and Marine Construction Stakeholders
- Overview of the Council for Dredging and Marine Construction Safety (CDMCS)
- National organization: areas of responsibility and mission
- Project planning, safety practices, and risk management
- Operational and communication procedures
- Key considerations for mariners: dredging, discharge pipelines, staging areas, and communication protocols
Waterway Stakeholders
- Virginia Port Maritime Incident Response Team
- NOAA Mid-Atlantic Navigation Manager
- Virginia Pilot Association
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Norfolk District
Roundtable Discussion and Closing
- Open discussion on collaboration opportunities, stakeholder needs, action items, and future engagement
- Final comments and adjournment
Topgolf Outing
An informal networking event where attendees can connect with peers and enjoy a relaxed setting before the conference officially starts.
Date: October 27, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: TopGolf Virginia Beach
Address: 5444 Greenwich Road | Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Presented by Ditch Witch ACE
