The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) in the United Arab Emirates has this morning conducted an eligibility certificate course for driving small marine craft (driving license) for fishermen. The free course was organized in cooperation with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, at the headquarters of the Al Khalidiya Suburb Council in Sharjah. More than 80 fishermen attended.
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The training targeting boat owners was inspired by the need for the EPAA and the Ministry to enhance security and safety procedures, reduce marine accidents, preserve the marine environment, and raise legal awareness about the operation of boats.