Tag: safety measures

Petar Modev, Loss Prevention Executive at UK P&I Club, examines common mooring practices and highlights the relevant actions to take to reduce the risk of accidents

The UK P&I Club has issued the first of a series on current risk topics with a focus on Mooring.

A new safety initiative at the world’s largest proprietary container terminal, APM Terminals Pier 400 Los Angeles, has resulted in the implementation of revised yard layout and procedures to enhance the safety of the 2,000 to 3,000 Over-the-Road (OTR) truck drivers who deliver and pick up containers at the terminal in any given 24-hour period.

The US Coast Guard has issued a policy letter recommending practices for controlling transient fire load created by passenger baggage in very low fire load (Type 5A) spaces.

The Skuld P&I Club has issued circular to provide an overview of the issues surrounding stowaways found onboard vessels destined for Spanish ports. The circular provides advice upon the treatment of stowaways in accordance with the guidelines set out by the Spanish authorities, in addition to MedPandi’s own experience in the handling of stowaways in Spanish ports.

AMSA has issued a new Marine Notice to draw the attention of operators and ship owners to the ongoing prohibition of asbestos on ships, noting that Australian law requires operators to take all reasonable steps to protect the health and safety at work of employees and contractors.

A number of important amendments to IMO treaties enter into force on 1 January 2016, including new requirements for verification of compliance, making audits mandatory under the IMO Member State Audit Scheme.

UK MCA advises owners and operators of automatic water mist sprinkler systems to consult with their original equipment manufacturer to ensure compliance with the applicable IMO revised guidelines.

The UK P&I Club has been advised of the risk of mooring accidents during Ship-to-Ship (STS) transhipments at Kavkaz port, Russia

Two local women are breaking new ground in the maritime industry, in the Torres Strait region.