enclosed space entry

[Watch] Enclosed Space Entry – Stop, Think, Stay Alive

The International Group has collaborated to produce a safety training animation that draws attention to the risk of entering such spaces without first taking preventive and protective measures.

Disclaimer: This video is intended for informational purpose only. This may not be construed as a news item or advice of any sort. Please consult the experts in that field for the authenticity of the presentations.

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Never A Wrong Time To Review Enclosed Space Procedures

The Gard P&I Club has reiterated the need for ship managers to constantly review their enclosed space entry procedures and revise them if needed, says a recent update published on their website.

Enclosed space entry 

Following the continuing occurence of enclosed space incidents on ships, the Gard P&I Club reiterated the need for ship managers to constantly review their enclosed space entry procedures and, if necessary, revise them to ensure they comply with the applicable requirements.

The call...

https://mfame.guru/never-a-wrong-time-to-review-enclosed-space-procedures/

American Club Member Alert (March 5, 2021) re- loss prevention : International Group of P&I Clubs launches enclosed space entry safety animation

American Club Member Alert (March 5, 2021) re- loss prevention : International Group of P&I Clubs launches enclosed space entry safety animation

MARCH 05, 2021

LOSS PREVENTION: INTERNATIONAL GROUP OF P&I CLUBS LAUNCHES ENCLOSED SPACE ENTRY SAFETY ANIMATION 

The International Group of P&I Clubs has launched a safety animation to help prevent the loss of life in enclosed spaces onboard ships. It can be found by clicking here. 

Enclosed spaces are present on ships of all types and sizes. The depletion...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2021/03/05/american-club-member-alert-march-5-2021-re-loss-prevention-international-group-of-pi-clubs-launches-enclosed-space-entry-safety-animation/

Guide To Safe Confined Space Entry Onboard Ships

Confined space entry is a matter of great discussion in the maritime industry as a number of lives are lost in these restricted areas. Marine Insight, in effort to provide guidance has published a pocket guide to Safe Confined Space Entry Onboard Ships.

Here’s an excerpt from that guide.

Enclosed spaces on ships

Confined or enclosed spaces on ships are restricted places with limited openings for entry and exit, unfavorable or negligible natural ventilation and not designed for continuous working.

Da...

https://mfame.guru/guide-to-safe-confined-space-entry-onboard-ships/

RMI investigation: Cadet’s death in enclosed space associated with failure to identify hazard

A Deck Cadet lost his life in an enclosed space onboard the RMI-registered bulk carrier LA DONNA I, in August 2018. The Republic of the Marshall Islands issued its investigation report on the accident, identifying lack of familiarity with procedures as contributing factor to the fatality.

The incident

The Republic of the Marshall Islands-registered bulk carrier LA DONNA I, managed by FML Ship Management Ltd., arrived in the Port of Paradip, India on 12 August 2018 to discharge a cargo of 61,557...

https://safety4sea.com/rmi-investigation-cadets-death-in-enclosed-space-associated-with-failure-to-identify-hazard/

RMI investigation: Fatality in enclosed space

A crew member lost his life after entering an enclosed space onboard the oil/chemical tanker LINUS P in an attempt to rescue another crew who had lost consciousness, in November 2018. The Republic of the Marshall Islands issued an investigation report on an enclosed space fatality onboard, identifying failure in following enclosed space entry and other procedures.

The incident

The Republic of the Marshall Islands-registered oil/chemical tanker LINUS P was cleaning cargo tanks while underway off...

https://safety4sea.com/rmi-investigation-fatality-in-enclosed-space/

Shipowners focus on dealing with stevedoring risks onboard

Confined-space entry accidents have been the centre of attention for several years, leading to injuries and fatalities. Now, the industry is taking a closer look at the issue by launching a first-of-its-kind project.

Specifically, the Asian owner-operator China Navigation Company, member of the Swire Group is conducting a project to deal with the issues it faces when calling at some of the smaller island Pacific ports with its liner and tramp services.

The problem, which often leads to fatalities,...

https://safety4sea.com/shipowners-focus-on-dealing-with-stevedoring-risks-onboard/

Lessons learned: Crew faints after work in water ballast tank

In its latest Safety Flashes, IMCA presents an incident of a crew member fainting after working in an enclosed space. The crew member reported he had smelled a strong odour after dislodging a large caked piece of sediment from the bell mouth.

The incident

The incident occurred following the work of a four-person team on rust removal maintenance of the water ballast tanks.

The team spent the day removing bottom sediments and rust scales in a tank and came out in the late afternoon for dinner.

One...

https://safety4sea.com/lessons-learned-crew-faints-after-work-in-water-ballast-tank/

Year in Review: Top shipping stories to remember from 2019

If we had to choose one – or maybe two – words to describe 2019 for the shipping industry, these would be: human-focused. Despite the fact that 2020 sulphur cap was on everyone’s mind this year, we saw many significant developments in key human areas. From mental health issues, to women in shipping and safety culture, the industry seems to be putting its people first, trying to boost equality and – most importantly – safety.

Women in Shipping

During 2019, shipping forwarded a great message to...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-year-in-review-top-shipping-stories-to-remember-from-2019/

Fire during hot work in confined space causes fatality, serious injury

Transport Malta’s MSIU issued an investigation report on a fatality and another serious injury of two crew members onboard the Maltese registered bulk carrier MV Balgarka, while involved in hot work in dry-docking at the Bulyard Shipyard, Bulgaria, in October 2018.

Summary

While working inside the forepeak tank, a fire erupted inside the space. One of the fitters managed to escape from the space, albeit with serious burn injuries. The second crew member on the lower platform was unable to escape...

https://safety4sea.com/fire-during-hot-work-in-confined-space-causes-fatality-serious-injury/

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