Asbestos on Ships: Is the Toxic Still in Use?
Asbestos is a material which is banned and prohibited to be used on board ships because of the several health hazards that it poses. However,
Marine Safety
Why Does a Vessel Sinks?
A ship or a vessel will not sink unless and until there is some major hazard or mishap talking place on board it. Though a vessel is built as per the stringent rules and regulations of classification societies, there are still 101 ways which can make a vessel sink.
Look At Different Kinds Of Lightening Protection Systems Before Choosing Any One
It is said that lightening never strikes the same object twice; well it does not have to, once is enough to destroy beyond salvation. This
Marine Safety
What is Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET)?
The emergency training that is offered to people who work in an offshore facility or are about to join offshore vessels is known as BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training). BOSIET is a very simple training program that covers all major and minor points of safe working in the offshore facility. The course duration is mainly of three days.
Facts About Man Over Board Rescue System
The man over board rescue system consists of an absolute rescue gear which is apt to pull up a person thrown overboard, back onto the
Marine Safety
Steps to Prevent Explosion in Battery Room of Ships
The battery room of a ship is always under explosion risk as batteries release hydrogen during charging. Hydrogen is a highly explosive gas and it
Marine Safety
The Intricacies of Marine Salvage
Ever heard about marine salvage? Marine salvage is nothing but rescuing ships which are grounded or have met with similar accidents. Find out more about marine salvage in the article inside.
Marine Safety
What are the Periodic Safety Routines that Should be Carried Out on a Ship?
Onboard ship different machinery, alarms, and safety equipments need to be checked periodically to ensure the overall safety of ship. In case you have to make a checklist of things to make sure the ship runs safe, what are the things that you would include? We have made a list of important things that should be checked without fail for the overall safety of the ship.
The Automated External Defibrillator: Saving Lives – At Sea
Defibrillators play a very important role in terms of providing CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) to patients who have suffered from heart attacks. The medical equipment