Introduction to Container Ship Operations and Onboard Safety

Alexander Arnfinn Olsen (RINA Consulting Defence, UK)

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Routledge
07 March 2022

Jurisprudence & general issues; International maritime law; Human geography; The environment; Transport planning & policy; Civil engineering, surveying & building; Environmental science, engineering & technology

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.

By: Alexander Arnfinn Olsen (RINA Consulting Defence UK)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
Weight: 594g
ISBN: 9781032155425
ISBN 10: 1032155426
Pages: 316
Publication Date: 07 March 2022
Audience: Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Children's (6-12) , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Part I. The Merchant Mercantile. 1. Introducing the Merchant Mercantile. 2. Officer Training and Professional Development. 3. Ranks, Roles and Responsibilities. 4. Health and Safety. 5. Container and RORO Ships. 6. Maritime Regulatory Framework. Part II. Principles of Ship Architecture and Engineering. 7. Basic Container Ship Architecture. 8. Primary Ship Engineering Systems. 9. Auxiliary Ship Engineering Systems. 10. Principles of Ship Stability. Part III. Ship Operations. 11. Deck Operations. 12. Engine Room Operations. 13. Bridge Operations. 14. Passage Planning and Navigation. 15. Stowaways, Piracy and Drug Trafficking. Part IV. Cargo Operations. 16. Hague-Visby Rules and Bills of Lading. 17. Dangerous Cargoes. 18. Container Specifications. 19. Container Planning, Handling, Stowing and Lashing. Part V. Maritime Emergencies. 20. Maritime Emergencies and Incidents. 21. Ship Fires, Firefighting Systems and Firefighter Equipment. 22. Emergency Distress Equipment and Signals. 23. Lifesaving Appliances. 24. Abandoning Ship.

Alexander Arnfinn Olsen is a Senior Learning and Development Consultant for a leading UK maritime and defence consultancy and freelance writer.

Reviews for Introduction to Container Ship Operations and Onboard Safety

This book will provide the reader with an entry level introduction to some of the key themes of living and working onboard a commercial ship. It touches on a vast array of subjects, all of which are designed to 'open the door' for the reader, who may then go on to read more technically advanced texts. -- Hossein Enshaei, Australian Maritime College This book will provide the reader with an entry level introduction to some of the key themes of living and working onboard a commercial ship. It touches on a vast array of subjects, all of which are designed to 'open the door' for the reader, who may then go on to read more technically advanced texts. -- Hossein Enshaei, Australian Maritime College