Applying Physical Ergonomics to Modern Ship Design

This book combines and summarizes the myriad rules, regulations, guidance, and guidelines that pertain to the human factor element of vessel design and marine operations. With a focus on physical ergonomics, the book is thoroughly researched and draws on the most current Class rules and industry regulations promulgated by the IMO and other organizations. As such, this book serves as a single point of reference for professionals and students involved in human factors and ergonomics at sea.

PART 1 INTRODUCING THE HUMAN ELEMENT AND ERGONOMICS TO THE MARITIME ENVIRONMENT.- Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. Controls.- Chapter 3. Displays.- Chapter 4. Alarms.- Chapter 5. Integration of Controls, Displays and Alarms.- Chapter 6. Computer Workstation Design.- Chapter 7. Manual Valve Operation, Access, Location and Orientation.- Chapter 8. Labelling, Signs and Graphics.- Chapter 9. Stairs, Ladders, Ramps, Walkways, Platforms and Hatches.- Chapter 10. Maintenance Considerations.- Chapter 11. Materials Handling.- Chapter 12. Crew Habitability.- Chapter 13. Anthropometric Design Principles and Dimensions.- Chapter 14. Application of Human Elements to Maritime Design.- PART 2 APPLYING HUMAN ELEMENTS AND ERGONOMICS TO THE MARITIME ENVIRONMENT.- Chapter 15. Navigational Bridge Layout and Arrangements.- Chapter 16. Requirements for Class Notations relating to Bridge Layout.- Chapter 17. Requirements for Class Notations relating to Bridge Layout and Equipment.- Chapter 18. Bridge Arrangements and Working Environment for Coastal/Offshore Vessels.- Chapter 19. Requirements for Class Notations relating to Integrated Bridge Systems.- Chapter 20. Ergonomic Bridge Design Introduction Terminology.- Chapter 21. Bridge Functionality Introduction Terminology Bridge functions.- Chapter 22. Bridge Arrangement and Layout.- Chapter 23. Console and Workspace Design.- Chapter 24. Design of Displays, Controls and Information on the Bridge.- Chapter 25. Design of Alarms and Warnings.- Chapter 26. Procedures, Codes and Aides Memoires.- Chapter 27. Working Environment.- Chapter 28. Bridge Facilities.- Chapter 29. Evaluating Bridge Design.- PART 3 HABITABILITY IN THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT.- Chapter 30. General Provisions.- Chapter 31. Accommodation Areas.- Chapter 32. Vibration.- Chapter 33. Noise.- Chapter 34. Indoor Climate.- Chapter 35. Lighting and Illumination.- Chapter 36. Requirements for Class Recognised Test Specialists.- PART 4 HABITABILITY ON WORKBOATS.- Chapter 37. General Provisions for Workboats.- Chapter 38. Accommodation Areas on Workboats.- Chapter 39. Vibration on Workboats.- Chapter 40. Noise on Workboats.- Chapter 41. Indoor Climate on Workboats.- Chapter 42. Lighting and Illumination on Workboats.- PART 5 HABITABILITY ON OFFSHORE INSTALLATIONS.- Chapter 43. General Provisions for Offshore Installations.- Chapter 44. Accommodation Areas on Offshore Installations.- Chapter 45. Vibration on Offshore Installations.- Chapter 46. Noise on Offshore Installations.- Chapter 47. Indoor Climate on Offshore Installations.- Chapter 48. Lighting and Illumination on Offshore Installations.- PART 6 LIVING AND WORKING IN LOWTEMPERATURE MARINE ENVIRONMENTS.- Chapter 49. Weather Conditions of Interest.- Chapter 50. Crew Safety in Low Temperature Conditions.- Chapter 51. Crew Welfare in Low Temperature Conditions.- Chapter 52. Crew Training for Low Temperature Conditions.- ANNEXES.- References.- Glossary.

Alexander is Senior Consultant for the Italian Shipping Registry, RINA SpA, with a focus on training development, design, and delivery. This book is the culmination of two years research into the human factors which inform the design of the marine environment onboard ships, which was then used by RINA in the publishing of Class rules for newbuild vessels under the RINA classification regime.