Introduction to Container Ship Operations and Onboard Safety
eBook - ePub

Introduction to Container Ship Operations and Onboard Safety

  1. 316 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Introduction to Container Ship Operations and Onboard Safety

About this book

Introduction to Container Ship Operations and Onboard Safety is an introduction for students and professionals involved in the maritime industry.

It provides an overview of the merchant navy from its beginnings to the present day, entry and training requirements, shipboard hierarchy and roles and responsibilities, shipboard safety organisation, inductions and new crew member familiarisation, safe means of access to enclosed spaces, general housekeeping, risk assessment and risk management. In addition, it examines specific hazardous activities such as cargo loading and unloading, drydocking, drills, and actions to take in the event of an emergency.

This textbook provides a concise overview of core concepts and practices in the maritime industry that is appropriate for the cadet, experienced seafarer, industry professional, and the general maritime enthusiast.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-Title
  3. Title
  4. Copyright
  5. Contents
  6. List of tables
  7. Preface
  8. Acknowledgements
  9. Author’s note
  10. Abbreviations
  11. PART I The merchant mercantile
  12. PART II Principles of ship architecture and engineering
  13. PART III Ship operations
  14. PART IV Cargo operations
  15. PART V Maritime emergencies
  16. Index