Tag: safety measures

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) released Marine Safety Information Bulletin MSIB No. 04-23 to emphasize the need of proper voyage planning, which includes selecting acceptable cargo stowage arrangements and ensuring that the vessel will comply with all obligatory rules and regulations.

The Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) provides safety recommendations for vessels featuring battery systems in order to protect them against humid, salty air and seawater intrusion.

In the context of the 2023 World Day for Safety and Health at Work celebrating on April 28th  the recognition of a “safe and healthy working environment” as a fundamental principle and right at work, a new ILO report provides information on the global implementation status of some of the key provisions contained in the fundamental Conventions Nos 155 and 187.

The IMO Navigation, Communications and Search and Rescue Sub-Committee (NCSR) 10 will take place 10 – 19 May 2023 where all matters related to navigation and communication, search and rescue and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System will be discussed.

During the 2023 SAFETY4SEA Limassol Forum, Dr. Maria Progoulaki, Senior Consultant, Green-Jakobsen A/S, focused on the link between human factors and human performance, highlighting that we must manage people-related situations and promote a culture where we act before anything goes wrong.

Working aloft or overside means a work being performed at a height and involves risk of falling, resulting in an injury. Generally, personnel should not be permitted to work overside when the vessel is underway unless it is necessary and as determined by the Master.

Permits are a means of communication between those who carry out the work, the person responsible for their safety and someone who could introduce a hazard if they were unaware the work was taking place. It can also coordinate different work activities to avoid conflicts.

European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) announced recently that a remotely piloted aircraft will be flying over North Sea for enhanced maritime surveillance in support of Danish Authorities. 

ClassNK has released "Guidelines for Wind-Assisted Propulsion Systems for Ships (Edition 2.0)", which specify requirements for ensuring the safety of ships equipped with wind-assisted propulsion systems based on the latest insights obtained from the involvement in actual installation projects. 

The International Group of P&I Clubs (IGP&I) has released a safety guide to help prevent injuries and loss of life during mooring operations due to lack of proper communication.