- Seafarers have to carry out a variety of challenging tasks to ensure optimal maintenance and smooth operation of the vessel.
- Welding and other hot work can be particularly risky. Fires or explosions onboard tankers are especially dangerous as flammable cargoes can potentially cause crew fatality and destroy the entire vessel.
- Hence, proper safety standards and inspections must be enforced to ensure the safety and welfare of crew members at all times.
A recent news article published in the...