Gard P&I Club has joined forces with DNV GL to create awareness on the correct use of the watertight doors on board.Based on Gard’s analysis of cases involving watertight doors, they have launched an information package identifying the major risks, technical and operational issues, and steps the maritime industry can take to address them.
Gard explains that, during day to day operations of a ship and, particularly in situations where the ship has been damaged, it is usually assumed that all watertight doors are closed and that the vessel’s internal watertight subdivision is 100% effective. On board a ship, the safety of the crew and passengers depends on the safety of the ship and this includes the safe use of watertight doors, so that they do not pose any danger when passengers and crew pass through the doors or operate them. However, the company’s casualty statistics indicate that this is not always the case.
The information package produced by both companies consists of an awareness video, a webinar, case studies and work orders. A pdf of the webinar presentation is also included in the package. Gard informs that the package is available free of charge to its Members and clients.
To watch the video on watertight doors awareness, you may click here.
Source: Gard P&I Club
