Types of Lifeboats Used On Ship
Lifeboat is one of the most important life saving equipments onboard a ship, which is used at the time of extreme emergencies for abandoning a ship.
Video: How to Use Maritime Distress Flares & Signals (Pyrotechnics)?
Maritime distress signals are used in case of extreme emergency situations at the sea. Also known as pyrotechnics, these emergency flare and signals are the best way to inform a nearby ship for immediate help.
11 Steps to Enhance Safety of Bulk Carrier Ships
Bulk carrier ships have been involved in several accidents in the past because of constructional and operational loopholes. In this article we enumerate 11 important points which are necessary to enhance the overall safety of bulk carrier ships.
Your Guide to Tackle Emergency Situations On Board Ships
Emergency situations on board ship not only require smartness in order to tackle them but also require cool and calm response to grasp and to deal the situation perfectly. We bring to you a perfect guide to tackle emergency situations on board ships.
A Classification of Dangerous Goods
Transportation of dangerous goods is carried out in large scale through maritime trading modes. In order to ensure utmost safety and to minimize danger from storage of such dangerous goods, they are classified into different categories. Find out more about the dangerous goods classification inside the article.
10 Important Points For Safe Helicopter Operations Onboard Ships
Helicopter operations are now common on board ships for crew changes, pilot embarkations and disembarkations, medical and other emergency lift offs etc. Learn ten important points that must be considered for safe helicopter operations on board ships.
Understanding Boiler Safety on Ships – Common Risks And Safety Features
Understand boiler safety on ships by recognizing common risks involved with its operation. Find out different safety features and devices provided for protection of boiler operator.
Watertight Doors on Ships: Types, Drills, Maintenance & SOLAS Regulations
Learn about watertight doors on ships and their different types, along with important maintenance procedure and SOLAS regulations.
Avoiding “Death Traps on Ships” – Understanding Dangers of Mooring Operation
Mooring operation on ship is considered one of the most dangerous operations. It has been a reason for several deaths on ships in the past. Find out how mooring operation can be fatal to ship personnel on board and how accidents can be avoided.