Introduction to Container Ship Operations and Onboard Safety

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.

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.