Regular inspection and maintenance of mooring lines are essential for ensuring safety in maritime operations. By identifying issues like wear and damage early on, timely repairs or replacements can be carried out, reducing the risk of accidents during mooring procedures.
Properly maintained mooring lines enhance safety by minimizing unexpected failures and ensuring their resilience to external factors, ultimately contributing to a secure environment for personnel and vessels.
Highlights:
This course aims to provide enhanced guidelines for inspecting mooring equipment, uncover best practices for maintenance, and emphasize the critical role of a robust safety culture in ensuring the safety of mooring operations.
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Describe the inspection and maintenance guidelines for mooring lines, included in IMO’s Circular 1620.
- List several best practices for equipment maintenance.
Legislation & References:
- Industry Best Practices
- IMO, MSC.1/Circ.1620, Guidelines for inspection and maintenance of mooring equipment including lines
Duration: 30m
Who should attend: Αll seafarers regardless of department and rank.
Approval: ABS
