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Ship Operations Cooperative Program (SOCP)
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The purpose of this program is to provide assistance for projects involving studies and innovations related to shipping, vessel operations, shipyards, maritime financing and insurance, and all other maritime activities in support of the policy of the United States Government to encourage and aid the development and maintenance of a merchant marine.
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Delivery of study on Analysis of Vessel related Energy Efficiency and Conservation Technologies; Delivery of study on Analysis of Vessel related to Energy Efficiency and Conservation Technologies.
Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment (SA/SH) DVD Training Product, SA/SH Best Practices Document and SA/SH Tool Kit that provides materials, tools and strategies to promote safety and respect in the maritime workplace.
Delivery of study on Analysis of Vessel related to Ballast Water Technology, Clean Air Emissions and Conservation Technologies.
expenditures supporting Cooperative Agreements from previous Fiscal Years
Through a Cooperative Agreement signed in 2016, MARAD and SOCP worked together to develop, produce, distribute, and promote the use of a Computer Based Training (CBT), consensus Best Practices/Guidance Document, plus other pertinent materials and tools (Best Practices Tool Kit) for the U.S. Merchant Marine industry to address issues affecting shipboard climate in the U.S. Merchant Marine. The specific issues addressed included sexual harassment, sexual assault, bullying, retaliation, and other coercive behaviors. The training resources aggressively promote a culture of zero tolerance for such behavior. The CBT and Best Practices Tool Kit content addressed MARAD required items and best practices.
As a result of this joint effort MARAD was provided with copies of the DVD, and additional copies of the CBT were distributed to other maritime industry interests. In addition to the CBT, a Best Practices Guidance Document, and a Best Practices Tool Kit that include a SASH Classroom Facilitator Guide, SASH Classroom Student Workbook, SASH brochures, and SASH posters were made available to industry and the public via the web at no charge.
Through a Cooperative Agreement signed in September 2022, MARAD and SOCP collaborated to develop, update, produce, and distribute the use of training resources and best practices for the U.S. Merchant Marine to address issues that promote a zero tolerance of sexual assault and sexual harassment (SASH) and promote a safe and inclusive culture wherein all are treated with respect. The training resources updated and developed include the Best Practices Guide on Prevention of SASH in the U.S. Merchant Marine, the Computer-Based Training on Maritime SASH Prevention, and the SASH Tool Kit which includes posters that promote a respectful and inclusive workplace culture. The resources produced will be made available to industry and the public via the web at no cost.
Cooperative agreement issued to provide funding to the National Academies of Sciences NAS to accomplish a public purpose of providing collective expertise of an independent board appointed by the National Academies. The members have extensive knowledge, expertise, and experience in a broad range of Marine and Maritime issues.
Single Audit Applies (2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F):
For additional information on single audit requirements for this program, review the current Compliance Supplement.
OMB is working with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and agency offices of inspectors general to include links to relevant oversight reports. This section will be updated once this information is made available.
