safety culture

Damaged control cables could lead to unintended opening of hook

USCG published an alert addressing the importance of checking for and replacing damaged control cables that operate between the release handle and hook in a lifeboat hook release system.

As a matter of fact, the USCG is investigating a casualty regarding an unintended on-load release of a lifeboat hook from a davit fall wire. Before the incident, damage was noted to a control cable between the release handle and one of the hooks. However, the damaged cable remained in service. The damage may...

https://safety4sea.com/damaged-control-cables-could-lead-to-unintended-opening-of-hook/

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/

PPE: A critical factor to seafarer’s safety onboard

Seafarers face one of the highest risks of workplace injury or death and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is considered as a first line of defense to keep maritime workers safe while on duty. However, not only seafarers need to start their day by wearing proper PPE but also shipping organizations need to develop a workplace culture that promote the use of PPE at all times.

The shipowner and employer must ensure so far as practicable that PPE is used as instructed – e.g. that it is only used...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-ppe-a-critical-factor-to-seafarers-safety-onboard/

ABS receives $2.1m grant to boost offshore safety

ABS was recently awarded $2.1 million for two of its projects based on enhancing safety in the offshore oil and gas field. The grant was given by the Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine under their $7.25 million investment on 8 projects, aiming to further develop safety offshore.

ABS is a safety leader in the marine and offshore industries. As part of our mission to promote the security of life and property and preserve the natural...

https://safety4sea.com/abs-receives-2-1m-grant-to-boost-offshore-safety/

India passes new Act for safe ship recycling procedures

The Government of India informed that the “Recycling of Ships” Bill has become an Act, with the government setting specific international standards and implementing a statutory mechanism for enforcement of such standards.

Specifically, the ill became an Act after it received the green light of President of India on 13th December, 2019.

The Government aims set certain global standards and the statutory mechanism for enforcement of such standards. This follows India’s addition to the Hong Kong...

https://safety4sea.com/india-passes-new-act-for-safe-ship-recycling-procedures/

ITF Seafarers’ Trust launches new OSH training program

ITF Seafarers’ Trust launched a new three stage occupational safety and health education program for port workers in Aqaba, Jordan.

Specifically, this program features an app based awareness raising component followed by face-to-face training and work place assignments- and is designed to increase worker participation in the OSH agenda, complementing company initiatives where they exist creating a safer environment for both dockers and seafarers visiting the ports.

ITF Regional Secretary, Bilal...

https://safety4sea.com/itf-seafarers-trust-launches-new-osh-training-program/

Thoughts to enhance the training asset

Capt. Yiannis Kapageridis, QA Superintendent, TMS Tankers addresses the topic of training in shipping. As Mr. Kapageridis says, training is crucial, and as such the industry must try to improve its methods and make it a top priority.

Knowledge is power. Dissemination of that knowledge can re enforce shipping industry and promote safety. Thus, training is admittedly important and the compelling need to reinvent existing training process should be prioritized.

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Best practices beyond compliance

During the first SAFETY4SEA Forum in Manila, Mailyn Borillo, President, OSM, discussed the human element, sharing best practices beyond compliance, further underlining that life skills improve seafarer’s wellbeing, yet are the most neglected part of employees’ development. The main challenges of seafarers are challenges on family relationships; mental and physical sickness and further financial burdens, she stressed.

In my opinion, we are so fortunate that in our industry we have a lot of...

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Pleasure vessel safety equipment recommendations

For pleasure yachts of less than 13.7 meters in length there are no statutory requirements for safety equipment other than those required under SOLAS V; whatsoever, safety equipment is an important part of boat preparation and it is advisable that all pleasure craft skippers check that their vessel is properly equipped.

In fact, the UK’s Royal Yachting Association (RYA) suggests that it is essential that you properly equip your boat prior to going on the water and that you ensure that the craft...

https://safety4sea.com/pleasure-vessel-safety-equipment-recommendations/

Maritime NZ for recreational boaties safety

Maritime New Zealand officially announced that the Buller District Council joined the national compliance “No Excuses” campaign. Specifically, the campaign focuses on recreational boaties not carrying or wearing lifejackets and those who speed on the water.

For the records, this is the 4th year in a row of the “No Excuses” campaign, while is the first time that 18 harbourmasters with Maritime officers are participating on this project this summer.

Through Buller District Council’s enter,...

https://safety4sea.com/maritime-nz-for-recreational-boaties-safety/

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