Fishguard crew member Jessica has become the first at the station to hit 200 hours at sea in 2024. What better time to reach this incredible milestone than during our 200th year!
Her dedication and hard work have resulted in the most sea hours seen at the station in eight years - an outstanding achievement 👏
Join us in congratulating Jessica 👇
This post has now been marked as 'sensitive', which I think is correct. It is not pleasant to witness people being seriously injured.
However, I feel very strongly that one of the major problems with our attitude to risk assessment is that our RAMS can be fatally dependent on the (lack of) imagination of the person drafting the risk assessment.
Traditionally industry relied upon slow promotion, decades of experience, and crew bar gossip which imparted wisdom hard-won by others. Such traditional solutions seem to be of waning importance, and in reduced supply. And with decreased literacy among digitally-native young people now entering the workforce, real life incident footage may offer a powerful solution that builds empathy and imagination.
Therefore, I think we should look at the unpleasant things that happen in our industry with open eyes.
Watching videos tricks our brain into thinking we are really there. Admittedly this is something that can be problematic with action movies and voyeuristic entertainment. But when it comes to safety education, I think videos like this are gold. If victims of serious marine casualties are to be seriously honoured, then let their misfortunes be used to prevent unnecessary risk taking.
This week, we have focussed on hawser snapback #danger. Here, a towline comes under sudden tension and severely injures a crewman. We don't assign fault, but the lesson here is to be aware of the direction of the towline, and always stand on the upward side relative to the possible tension. Better yet - avoid #people working on the line at all if tension is possible (slack down the tow if possible). This horrendous #injury of an innocent crew member reminds us of the danger of highly energized maritime forces.
#maritime#safety#management
Today, we have published our second collection of cases for 2024 detailing accidents involving vessels from the merchant, fishing and recreational sectors. Special thanks to our three intro writers. #safety#Mariners
Understanding waterway rules is crucial for every boater’s safety.
Whether you’re a maritime pro or a weekend enthusiast, each mariner should familiarize themselves with their local and state regulations, standard buoys, and safety precautions before heading out onto the water.
Our Know Your Buoy White Paper reviews the U.S. Coast Guard standards, decodes the buoy symbols found in U.S. waterways, and highlights the importance of boater safety.
Your safety is our priority at Sealite. Stay informed, stay safe! https://bit.ly/3vgQX5Z#sealiteusa#knowyourbuoy#buoys#marinesafety#inlandwaterway#safeboating#spx
Understanding waterway rules is crucial for every boater’s safety.
Whether you’re a maritime pro or a weekend enthusiast, each mariner should familiarize themselves with their local and state regulations, standard buoys, and safety precautions before heading out onto the water.
Our Know Your Buoy White Paper reviews the U.S. Coast Guard standards, decodes the buoy symbols found in U.S. waterways, and highlights the importance of boater safety.
Your safety is our priority at Sealite. Stay informed, stay safe! https://bit.ly/3vgQX5Z#sealiteusa#knowyourbuoy#buoys#marinesafety#inlandwaterway#safeboating
𝗔𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴𝘀!
The Alpha flag (blue and white) and The Diver Down flag (red with a white diagonal stripe) are your best allies in preventing accidents, especially propeller injuries. These incidents can cause severe harm and are entirely avoidable with proper precautions.
As part of our safety campaign against propeller injuries, remember to always make your dive flags clearly visible.
Learn more about the campaign: https://lnkd.in/dd2cpd-F
President and CEO, Association of Canadian Port Authorities
"Located on the Detroit River, the Windsor Port serves as the passageway between Lake Huron and Lake Erie, navigating between 6,000 and 9,000 cargo vessels annually. In addition to commercial ships, over 10,000 small fishing boats and other recreational watercraft make their way through the port each year. With so many vessels passing through, Windsor Port Authority realized that it needed better visibility into happenings along the river to be able to keep the waterway running safely and smoothly."
#Canadas_Ports #Windsor Port Authorityhttps://lnkd.in/gq_qP2YY
Ship Cats 🐈⚓️
Ship cats were valued members of the crew in the mid-20th century. They were skilled rodent catchers, and their presence helped control the population of rats and mice on ships. These pests were notorious for damaging supplies and spreading diseases, so having cats aboard was essential to the safety of the crew.
To acknowledge the cats' contribution and ensure their safety during international travels, they were given passports. These passports were not legally recognised, but they were a unique and lighthearted tradition. They typically consisted of a small booklet with pages that included the cat's name, description and an area for their paw print (their very own "paws-sport!")🐾
When a ship cat passport was presented to the authorities at a foreign port, it was a fun way to document the feline's presence onboard. The cat's paw print, obtained using ink or paint, was added to the designated page, providing a personalised and whimsical touch to the document. This practice not only amused the sailors but also showcased the camaraderie they shared with their feline companions. 💕
(Source: hempwell.com)
#arkangelvet#drpatrick#peteuthanasia#athomeeuthanasia#peteuthanasiaperth#peacefulpassing#petloss#griefsupport#petsofperth#cats#shipcats#catpassports#cathistory#historicalcats
Education/Water safety Presenter (RNLI)/Book Author/Private Talks
3moWell done Jessica great achievement!