Tag: safety measures

On 1 June 2022, the latest version of the IMDG Code, Amendment 40-20, came into force. Following, UKP&I and TT have again collaborated to update their publication 'Book it right and pack it tight' which provides key insights for all participants in the freight supply chain responsible for preparing unitised consignments for carriage by sea.

Wärtsilä ANCS, has delivered to Seaspan, the autonomous SmartDock capabilities to the seas. This delivery marks a significant step towards autonomous docking and undocking operations, making maritime activities safer and more efficient.

The seven industry bodies dedicated to container safety, collaborating as the Cargo Integrity Group, highlight an independent study carried out by researchers at Italian University Politecnico di Torino into shipper and forwarder application of the CTU Code, World Shipping Counsil highlights. 

The World Shipping Council (WSC) has released a Whale Chart which offers seafarers critical navigational coordinates and concise graphics to identify routing measures and areas subject to static speed restrictions designed to protect whales and other cetaceans.

The Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) recently found gas masks with filters containing asbestos on board a bulk carrier during a regular Port State Control inspection.

Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA) published an article to inform of upcoming changes to test procedures for ship security alert systems (SSAS).

West of England P&I Club published a video which highlights the dangers that can occur when incorrect personal protective equipment is used and when procedures are not followed. The content defines working at height and the practical risk control measures to be used in order to reduce the risk of a fall.

The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) has issued a Marine Notice that explains how to use fall preventer devices (FPDs) properly onboard. As explained, their use has been implemented on many ships, allowing lowering and recovery of the boat with personnel inside, with enhanced safety and familiarisation benefits.

The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) has issued a Marine Notice to address the issue of lifeboat safety which has been the focus of considerable efforts over several years at the International Maritime Organization.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its Safer Seas Digest 2022, highlighting the most important lessons learned from 29 maritime tragedies that took place in 2022.