PERSONAL SAFETY ON GENERAL CARGO SHIPS

Code No: 559

Video Running Time: 9 minutes

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This module shows the personal consequences of gambling with safety on board cargo ships. The presenter tells the story of his misfortune; when he took a chance and ignored some elementary safety precautions during his work on the deck, as an electrician.

His friend gambled by climbing on the railings instead of using a portable ladder. He paid with his dignity and several weeks in hospital.

The module goes through some typical hazards associated with cargo movement on board this type of ship. Moving loads, moving hooks and wires, nails and dunnage can all represent hazards which must be taken into account. Working out of sight of others may also be dangerous. Leaking hazardous material must be dealt with according to the appropriate safety precautions.