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Chemical hazards on ships need PPE

Chemical hazards on ships need PPE

by Mariska Buitendijk | May 21, 2025 | Maritime accidents, News, Shipping, SWZ|Maritime

A new Nautical Institute Mars Report discusses an engineer inspecting the chemical locker. He found that although there was a notice in place instructing crew to use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling the chemicals stored there, there was no easy...
Ladder deficiency allows fall to quay

Ladder deficiency allows fall to quay

by Mariska Buitendijk | Apr 9, 2025 | Maritime accidents, News, Shipping, SWZ|Maritime

Beware of hazards in plain sight, warns The Nautical Institute in a new Mars Report. The report describes an incident in which a crew member fell over 11 metres down to the quay due to a gap between a platform railing and the protective cage of a ladder. The Nautical...
Chemical burn on ship due to inadequate PPE

Chemical burn on ship due to inadequate PPE

by Mariska Buitendijk | Oct 2, 2024 | Maritime accidents, News, Ship repair/maintenance, Shipping, SWZ|Maritime

Cleaning procedures were in progress on a vessel’s empty holds. A solution of water and chemicals with a high alkaline value was being applied via a spray nozzle. Crew were protected with personal protective equipment (PPE) including chemical suits and rubber boots....
Exhaust valve springs fly into face

Exhaust valve springs fly into face

by Mariska Buitendijk | Apr 12, 2023 | Maritime accidents, News, Shipping, SWZ|Maritime

When working with elements that have potential energy, proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and correct body position are vital for safety. The Nautical Institute gives this warning in its latest Mars Report, in which a crew member got injured after being hit by...
Crew member without PPE suffers hot sludge burns

Crew member without PPE suffers hot sludge burns

by Mariska Buitendijk | Nov 16, 2022 | Maritime accidents, News, Shipping, SWZ|Maritime

Don’t forget personal protective equipment (PPE) when carrying out maintenance tasks on board a ship an expect the unexpected. The Nautical Institute gives this advice in its latest Mars Report, in which an engineer suffered hot sludge burns. The Nautical...
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