Shipping is a pillar of global trade, with 90 per cent of the world’s trade in goods and raw materials carried by ship. Despite the economic benefits this delivers, maritime operations can be dangerous, and when accidents occur the consequences are serious. Consequential outcomes from hazards at sea include serious injury, death, loss of cargo and destruction of the marine environment.

This book provides a clear and 'no-nonsense' guide to the responsibilities and will focus on what you need to know to perform this position and help you in developing a good safety culture onboard.

This is a practical and up-to-date guide to undertaking and managing drills on board. It includes drills relating to fire, MOB, collision, groundings, piracy attack, oil spill, hull damage, enclosed space rescue, blackout, lifeboats and emergency towing. Conducting drills at regular intervals is the best way to prepare your crew to deal with likely emergency situations that may arise onboard.

This book is the official text for the RYA Basic Sea Survival Course and the RYA/ISAF Offshore Safety Course and supports ISAF approved Offshore Personal Survival courses. It also highlights the importance of having the correct safety equipment and will also give you the knowledge of how and when to use it, making it invaluable for anyone who takes a boat offshore for racing or cruising.

The guide covers the common causes of this type of accident and how to avoid them, acting calmly and efficiently in the event of an accident or emergency.

This book is a comprehensive introduction to shipboard safety for crews, trainees and shoreside personnel. It summarises the key elements of safety and provides case studies of relevant incidents. It includes sections on international and local regulations and guidelines, permit to work systems, safe means of access, introduction and familiarisation for new crew, risk assessments and specific hazardous activities, such as entry into enclosed spaces and mooring operations.