by Richard Timony | Oct 10, 2026
1 Introduction 1.1 Aims and main learning objectives The aims of this Course is to give the participants awareness through theoretical and practical training to encourage Confined Space Awareness and perform activities in a safe manner in the environment of a port...
by James King | Jul 9, 2023 | Engineering, Seamanship Centre News, Ship Safety
The Seamanship Centre ran the MCA Approved Engine Courses 1 & 2 over the last fortnight with all successfully meeting the course requirements. This post is simply a big thank you to our attendees past and present for their determination, support and adding to the...
by James King | Mar 11, 2022 | Seamanship Centre News, Ship Safety
The inspection and maintenance requirements for any enclosed space needs to be categorised as a high-risk operation regardless of vessel type, due to the multitude of hazards, complications and unknowns that can unfold. Some key questions that must be asked each time...
by James King | Nov 29, 2021 | Engineering, Seamanship Centre News, Ship Safety
‘Maintenance’ begins and ends with me! Here we have a duplex type fuel filter unit which has ‘flagged’ indicating fouling/contamination whilst in service. Note the red hatching closing over on the display. By switching over to the stand-by...
by Seamanship Centre | Apr 20, 2019 | Seamanship Centre News
The Unites States Coast Guard have issued a Marine Safety alert 04-19 Confined Spaces: Silent & Invisible Killers. “This is a reminder that despite decades of work by to improve confined space entry by maritime safety organizations, training institutions,...
by Seamanship Centre | Apr 8, 2019 | Ship Safety
Check out the MCA Fisherman’s Safety Guide for safety information boarding arrangements, enclosed spaces, etc. Click here for information MCA Fisherman’s Safety Guide
