Loss Prevention Advice
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The heavy rains recorded since the end of last month caused the Guaiba River to overflow and cause unprecedented flooding in the capital, Porto Alegre, affecting many ports.
Ports of Porto Alegre and Pelotas are underwater. There is no forecast for the resumption of operations.
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Seafarers spend much of their working day wearing head protection, a crucial precaution in an industrial setting where the risk of head injuries is prevalent. Shipowners and operators should provide clear procedures and rules stipulating where and when head protection is necessary, ensuring the seafarers receive the appropriate safety equipment for their roles, free of charge. While the provided headgear is typically in a good condition, it is imperative for seafarers to handle and use it appropriately.
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As most fires on board ships start in the engine room, is fire safety of engine rooms, based on observations made during condition surveys of vessels.
There are a number of built-in safety features on board a vessel, designed to limit the risk of fire and the spread of it, and the officers and crew must have full knowledge of these and maintain their integrity.
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The high volume of rain is having a dangerous impact on the behaviour and appearance of a number Group A cargoes being exported. The materials seeing the most impact are Mineral Concentrates, Nickel Ore, Iron Ore Fines and Bauxite Fines.
In the IMSBC Code, the cargoes have been divided into three groups. Group A consists of cargoes that may liquefy. Group B are cargoes with a chemical hazard. Group C cargoes are neither liable to liquefy nor to possess chemical hazards.