Limiting Ship Accidents by Identifying Their Causes and Determining Barriers to Application of Preventive Measures

Abstract

When analyzing ship accidents, there may be doubts whether appropriate countermeasures had been taken to prevent known types of accidents. This study aimed to suggest possible solutions by investigating the status and issues associated with the implementation of countermeasures using importance–performance analysis (IPA), Borich’s needs assessment, and locus for focus models based on previously identified causes of the ship accidents. As a result, firstly, we confirmed that there is a need to enhance education and training on specific knowledge, understanding, and proficiency (KUP) regarding ship stability, emergency response, and type specific training. Secondly, we confirmed that there is a need for a system of monitoring a seafarer’s KUP even while onboard a vessel—that is, after completion of identified training. Additionally, it is necessary to improve the seafarers’ working environment, which is subject to regulations. Thirdly, difficulties in solving wrong practice parts of safety and efficiency, such as the costs associated with implementation of safety regulations, were identified as the main reasons for the causes of the “not amended yet” sector after accidents. Lastly, the tools that were employed in this analysis can be used to confirm the implementation status of the actions to be taken after a ship accident.

Advances in Maritime Safety

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Importance-Performance Analysis of Mountain Village Promotion Projects in the Forest Sector by Upper-Level Local Governments

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The Development and Demonstration of an Enhanced Risk Model for the Evacuation Process of Large Passenger Vessels

“…Safety onboard passenger ships, despite its significant improvement throughout the years, still remains a critical challenge for the maritime industry, as it holds the highest occurrence number among all ship types [1], with several well-known accidents, such as Costa Concordia and Norman Atlantic [2]. Navigational accidents, such as collisions, contacts, and groundings, represent approximately 43% of total occurrences, while fire/explosion incidents hold a non-negligible 15%, leading to serious threats for passengers and crew [1].…”

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