Tag: safety measures

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency launches "Leading for safety", a comprehensive guide to help leaders promote a safety culture on board.

As part of their Good Catch series, American P&I has published a safety animation to inform interested parties about protection practices of hearing which is vital to personal wellness.

The rapid adoption of the freight container as the dominant unit of cargo transport in the late sixties created complex and new risks as it changed the patterns of cargo operations and world trade significantly, argues Peregrine Storrs-Fox, Risk Management Director, TT Club.

Navigating the vast expanses of the world's oceans is not merely a logistical task but a sophisticated science that underpins the global shipping industry. At the heart of this intricate process lies the concept of navigation, encompassing the art and practice of guiding ships, aircraft, and spacecraft safely from one point to another.

According to Britannia Club, operating ships in icy conditions requires a unique set of skills and precautions to ensure the safety of both the ship and crew.

AMSA published a safety alert which provides guidance to operators of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) on risks associated with ineffective safety management systems that do not adequately consider electrical systems and other potential fire hazards.

Paris MoU announced that it will start to implement short targeted inspection campaigns referred as Focus Inspection Campaigns (FIC). Up to now, similar approach has been followed by AMSA which conducts Focus Inspection Campaigns on specific selected topics targeting specific Ship Types.

West of England P&I Club published a video developed in partnership with Astaara, highlighting the significance of crew awareness regarding cyber risks and essential safety precautions. 

ΒSEE (United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement) has observed a trend of safety issues linked to inadequately maintained electrical connections that compromise wiring integrity.

AMSA has issued a marine notice to advise ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).