Safety Flash

Some positive findings and good practices

IMCAInternational Marine Contractors AssociationIMCA SF 02/26

Some positive findings and good practices

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Summary

This flash presents four positive marine safety observations: thorough safety-zone entry checks on a PSV, a fabricated mesh guard protecting an open mud-tank hatch during ventilation, simulator-based officer training in Papua New Guinea, and crew-led deck upkeep. It reinforces procedural discipline, hatch protection, competence development and maintenance beyond dry-dock schedules.

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About This Record
Publisher
International Marine Contractors Association
Type
Safety Flash
Reference
IMCA SF 02/26
Date
22 January 2026
Topic
Falls from Height, Leadership and Safety Culture
Activity
Inspection and Maintenance, Marine Operations
Control
Competence and Training, Fall Prevention, Operating and Work Procedures, Preventive Maintenance
Sector
Marine Industry
Setting
Vessel
Link
Checked , working
Record
imca-sf-02-26-some-positive-findings-and-good-practices · added 1 September 2026

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