Ammonia plays a vital role in agriculture, industry, manufacturing, refrigeration, and now as a carbon-free fuel and hydrogen carrier in the clean energy revolution. For LPG and ammonia carrier crews, understanding ammonia’s global significance and mastering its safe handling are crucial for efficient and secure operations. This course covers ammonia’s unique properties, potential hazards, and…
Proper preparation for loading and discharging cargo (LNG) is essential to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Thorough planning helps mitigate risks and enhances communication among crew members and terminal personnel. Each crew member on board must understand their specific duties to facilitate smooth operations and prevent accidents. Highlights: The aim of the course is…
Seafarers routinely work with hazardous machinery and equipment, such as steam pipelines, diesel generators, turbines, blowers, compressors, and live circuits. The ISM Code mandates that ships minimize risks associated with these machines, as improper operation or maintenance can lead to serious injuries or fatalities. Many incidents have occurred due to accidental activation of equipment during…
The Designated Person Ashore (DPA) plays a vital role in ensuring the effective implementation of a company’s safety management system and fostering a strong safety culture within the organization. As the key shore-based individual, the DPA is responsible for overseeing and monitoring all safety and pollution prevention activities associated with the operation of each ship.…
Fumigation is a vital procedure on ships to protect cargo from parasites and pests during transit. Given the vast distances traveled, ships can become contaminated by pests from various locations. The fumigation process involves applying specific chemicals in the cargo hold, requiring a sealed environment to be effective. This safeguards cargo and prevents financial losses…
Ship-to-ship (STS) transfer operations involve securing two vessels alongside each other to facilitate various activities. In the context of bulk carriers, STS operations such as lightering, where excess cargo is transferred to smaller vessels, and bunkering, where fuel is transferred, are crucial for the vessel’s commercial operations. To ensure the safety and efficiency of these…
Working on board a vessel is a dangerous job, especially during crane operations. Any number of errors or missed opportunities for safety precautions could lead to an accident, that may result in injuries or even death. Unfortunately, there are many examples of workers in the shipping industry getting hurt or even killed, during crane or…
Working on board a vessel is a dangerous job, especially during crane operations. Any number of errors or missed opportunities for safety precautions could lead to an accident, that may result in injuries or even death. Unfortunately, there are many examples of workers in the shipping industry getting hurt or even killed, during crane or…
Entering an enclosed space is a risky operation, where many things can go wrong. If a seafarer is in danger, it’s essential to stay focused and alert, to keep everyone safe. Rescue operations in these confined environments are equally hazardous and require careful planning and execution. In this context, understanding the potential hazards, using the…
Enclosed spaces pose significant hazards that can threaten the safety of individuals working within them. These areas can be characterized by limited ventilation, restricted access, and potential exposure to harmful atmospheres. Understanding the associated risks is crucial for anyone involved in operations within these environments. Effective teamwork and clear communication among crew members are essential…