Tag: best practices

Given the size and complexity of today’s vessels, problems with engines can quickly escalate into major disasters. Considering the alarming increase in incidents related to engine fires and failures in recent years, strict adherence to established procedures and recognized best practices in engine rooms is more critical than ever.

In 2022, WISTA Norway launched the ‘40 by 30’ Pledge to help organizations actively commit to promoting diversity in the maritime industry, with a primary focus on increasing the proportion of women in leadership positions to 40% by 2030.

According to Britannia Club, the growing scale and complexity of marine transportation necessitate a proactive and multi-faceted approach to risk management. While professional expertise, experience, and regulatory frameworks provide valuable advantages, they cannot anticipate all potential risks.

The American P&I Club has curated a practical guide of ideas and suggestions designed for Masters and Chief Engineers to enhance crew wellbeing and morale onboard.

The Ikarian diet, originating from the Greek island of Ikaria, is renowned for its health benefits and its role in the island's high life expectancy and low incidence of chronic diseases.

Lifeboats and rescue boats play a crucial role in emergency situations, and their proper maintenance and inspection are essential for saving lives.

In the maritime industry, the safety of seafarers is paramount, particularly when it comes to managing the risks associated with hot work.

Gard P&I Club informs that as seafarers are in particular are at risk of being exposed to cold water, it is important for them to know how their body responds to cold water and what they can do to help ward off its effects.

Navigational safety when transiting seas is critical for preventing accidents, protecting marine environments, and enhancing the efficiency of maritime operations.

Whether in a port or dock or on board a vessel, in several circumstances work at height is required, meaning that the necessary precautions must be taken since many of these activities could lead to a fall from height.