Learning by example: an incident during a berthing in a port
A recent incident in one of the ports showed how important it is to take into account the actions of neighboring vessels: 🟢 A neighboring vessel passed too close and used bow thrusters. As a result, waves arose, the shore aluminum gangway on board touched the hull and was damaged ❗️ Always evaluate the maneuvers […]
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The pilot’s safety is the crew’s responsibility!
On board, every little thing matters: the correct installation of the ladder, serviceable rails, sufficient height of the fastening and the absence of obstacles – all this guarantees safety during the boarding and disembarking of the pilot. Responsibilities of the responsible officer:1️⃣ Know the rules for installing the ladder.2️⃣ Establish communication with the bridge.3️⃣ Monitor […]
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Accommodation Ladder Fall — an Incident Without Casualties, but with a Lesson
In one of the ports, an accommodation ladder broke and fell onto the pier. The reason was a cable break when the ladder was being pulled out of a fixed position No one was hurt, the terminal was not damaged, no complaints were received ❗️But such cases are a direct signal: do not neglect checks […]
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🚢🇱🇻 Training and work for Ukrainian seafarers in Riga (Latvia)
Seamen’s Club UA opens the opportunity to undergo real training in Riga and obtain a legal working diploma of the Latvian Maritime Administration, which gives the right to work on European ships 📚 Training courses: ⚙️ Ordinary: 🎓 Officers: An officer’s diploma gives the opportunity to work on the European coastal fleet and yachts ⛵️ […]
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🎓 Greek Institute of Maritime Education
If you dream of continuing your maritime career onshore, BCA College can help you obtain specialized education in the following fields: 🔼 Online Masters degrees in Ship Management 🔼 Masters degree in Marine Engineering Management 🔼 Bachelors (1 year – Top-Up Degree) in Maritime Business 🔼 Masters Degree in Maritime Logistics 🔼 Masters Degree in […]
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