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South Korea implements additional emission reduction initiatives in major port areas
ALERT11 JUN 2020
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Updated 19 August 2020
From 1 September 2020 all ships anchored or at berth in the Korean ports of Incheon, Pyeongtaek-Dangjin, Yeosu-Gwangyang, Busan and Ulsan must burn fuel with a maximum sulphur content of 0.10%.
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Signing on with a pre joining medical condition? Carry and take prescribed medication on time
ALERT09 JUN 2020
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Every seafarer has to go through a pre-joining medical examination where a doctor verifies their fitness for the upcoming contractual period. Some seafarers may be declared fit for the tour of duty under conditions that may require regular medication. In Gard, we see a significant number of cases where the seafarer who was declared fit for the contractual duration under medication, reports sick because of either a lack of medication or simply not being able to manage his or her medication routine.
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Impacts of marine fauna on shipping
ALERT04 JUN 2020
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While shipping traffic is one of many human activities in the ocean that may have an adverse impact on marine life, the opposite is also true. The presence of marine fauna in some geographic regions can pose a serious threat to the safety of ships and the individual seafarer.
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Don’t forget the real purpose of risk assessments
ALERT27 MAY 2020
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When doing a risk assessment, we often overcomplicate it and forget its real purpose.
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A permit to work contributes to safety but you make a job safe
ALERT20 MAY 2020
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A permit to work (PTW) is a formal authorization system to control work activities and is considered to be an integral part of safe work systems.
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New COVID-19 guidelines focus on safe interface between ship and shore staff
ALERT12 MAY 2020
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At a time when the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the global population, it is important that ships’ crew and port workers protect each other from being exposed to the virus.
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Anchor awareness
ALERT07 MAY 2020
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In the current trading environment with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and worldwide economic downturn, the period spent waiting at anchorage outside ports around the world may increase for some ships. Lost and dragging anchors are the root causes of many groundings and collisions occurring while waiting at anchorages, and ship operators, Masters and crew need to be aware of the risks involved and thoroughly assess the limitations of a vessels’ anchoring equipment.
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Three things to watch out for when welding - wetness, improper earthing and inappropriate PPE
ALERT06 MAY 2020
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Welders onboard face an array of hazards, with electric shock being the most serious. The human body is a good conductor of electricity and even low currents can lead to paralysis, burns or even death.
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#HeroesAtSeaShoutOut - Supporting the unsung heroes of global trade
ALERT30 APR 2020
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Gard joins the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) and other fellow industry bodies to call on ships across the globe to sound their horns when in port at 12.00 local time on 1st May 2020.
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Fixed gas detection systems – are you sure the correct gas concentration is displayed?
ALERT28 APR 2020
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During routine port state control inspections, the USCG found that fixed gas detection system sensors on a few LNG carriers were outside the tolerances established by the manufacturer and failed subsequent calibration checks.
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What does it mean for leaders to “walk the talk”?
ALERT22 APR 2020
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The way crew work onboard, is very much reflective of the way leadership is in the company. “Safety First” may be the largest stencil on board all ships, but the essence of the message is not the size of the characters, but in the commitment of the top management ashore and also on board.
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High water season in the Mississippi River - be prepared
ALERT16 APR 2020
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The changing conditions with currents and shoaling during the period of high water can lead to loss of, fouled or entangled anchors, groundings and broken moorings.
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Incident investigation: search for the cause, not the villain
ALERT14 APR 2020
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When investigating incidents, it is not just about the individuals involved in the incident, but the interacting causes which make up the conditions surrounding the incident.
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International Group launches online COVID-19 tracker
ALERT08 APR 2020
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A new interactive tool launched by the International Group of P&I Clubs (IG) can assist parties in identifying commercial risks and physical threats to global shipping caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Best Management Practices West Africa
ALERT02 APR 2020
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The International Group, in partnership with other shipping industry associations, have launched new best management practices to deter piracy and enhance maritime security off the coast of West Africa including the Gulf of Guinea.
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Does your organisation’s culture dictate the engagement of your seafarers?
ALERT31 MAR 2020
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An organisation’s culture dictates how seafarers engage with their leaders on routine matters and leaders in the organisation have a significant impact on the organisational culture.
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The importance of a good safety culture
ALERT24 MAR 2020
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The majority of accident investigations reveal some sort of human failure preceding the incident. Our response to such findings is usually look at curing the symptoms by adding more procedures or imposing additional training on the seafarers. Does this approach establish a good safety culture?
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Steady on the stairs!
ALERT17 MAR 2020
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When walking up or down stairs onboard, apply the old adage of ‘one hand for yourself and one for the ship’ and keep one hand free to grasp the handrail.
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Managing COVID-19 cases onboard
ALERT13 MAR 2020
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The World Health Organization has now upgraded the staus the COVID-19 outbreak from epidemic to pandemic. Early detection, prevention and control of COVID-19 cases onboard ships must be a number one priority to protect the health of crews and passengers and to avoid further transmission of the virus.
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Safety management systems require support from top management
ALERT10 MAR 2020
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Top management’s commitment to safety must go beyond the signatures appearing on policies and procedures.
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