Understanding ergonomics in the maritime workplace involves recognizing key principles that impact seafarers’ health and well-being. This includes identifying risk factors and injuries related to maritime tasks, as well as implementing essential ergonomic measures onboard vessels. Comprehending effective manual handling procedures is crucial for promoting safety and efficiency in the work environment. Additionally, awareness of…
The Management of Change (MOC) process is a structured approach used to ensure that any changes within an organization are systematically evaluated and managed to mitigate potential risks. This process involves identifying, assessing, and implementing changes that may affect safety, health, environmental protection, and operational efficiency. By following a structured MOC process, organizations can enhance…
The Management of Change (MOC) process is a structured approach used to ensure that any changes within an organization are systematically evaluated and managed to mitigate potential risks. This process involves identifying, assessing, and implementing changes that may affect safety, health, environmental protection, and operational efficiency. An effective MOC program includes clear roles and responsibilities…
Effective ship handling involves understanding key principles that influence a vessel’s maneuverability. This includes design factors that affect handling characteristics, various forces such as hydrodynamic and wind forces, and mechanisms like rudders and engines used for navigation. Recognizing limitations from ship design and external factors is vital, along with adherence to standards set by organizations…
Accurate completion of ORB Part I is vital for managing marine pollution, organizing oil and sludge transfers, and maintaining machinery operations’ safety and orderliness. Demonstrating compliance with environmental and maritime regulations, especially in designated Special Areas with stricter pollution prevention measures, showcases adherence to MARPOL 73/78 Annex I rules during inspections. This precision in filling…
In the maritime industry, the oil record book plays a crucial role in documenting the handling and disposal of oil residues onboard vessels. Accurate and detailed entries in the oil record book are essential for demonstrating compliance with environmental regulations and ensuring proper management of ship-generated waste. Mistakes in recording oil-related activities, such as inaccurate…
Every oil tanker of 150 gross tonnage and above, and every ship of 400 gross tonnage and above (other than an oil tanker), must have an Oil Record Book Part I (Machinery space operations) as per regulation 17 of Annex I to MARPOL 73/78 and 33 CFR 151.25. The Oil Record Book Part I (ORB…
Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) is a colorless and highly toxic gas when inhaled, posing severe health risks. Being 19% heavier than air, it tends to accumulate in low-lying areas and confined spaces. Additionally, it is highly flammable and can spontaneously ignite at elevated temperatures, potentially leading to explosions. Hazardous levels of this gas could exist on…
A typical LNG carrier features four to six tanks aligned along the vessel’s center-line. These tanks are surrounded by a combination of ballast tanks, cofferdams, and voids, creating a double-hull type design for added safety. For transferring LNG from the cargo tanks, each tank is equipped with two main cargo discharge pumps. Pumps that handle…
Oil tankers transport oils of different grades and qualities that can produce flammable vapors and gases during loading, unloading, and transit. Even when empty, hazardous flammable gases may linger in the tanks. When the vapor from an oil cargo mixes with a specific air-oxygen concentration, it can create explosive conditions, leading to property damage, marine…