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Joel Milton works on towing vessels. He can be reached at [email protected].

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Adaptability is key in the towing industry

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Know when to audible

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Sleep deprivation can be deadly

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Leave your troubles at the dock - Part II

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Lack of sleep is dangerous on the water

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The heat is on — Part I

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Baltimore officials made a bad bet

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Ship assist work — Part 5 — Less is often more

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Learn the vernacular

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