Abstract:Despite several improvements to promote safe navigation , accidents , collisions , and grounding have not decreased . The following causes of maritime accidents including collisions and grDunding have been identified : Ship operators fail to obey navigation rules ; OperatQrs maneuver improperly ; Operators do not verify the ship ' s position ; Operators keep insufficient lookout ; Operators fail to observe conditions of the waterway . To address these known causes of accidents , instruments to support the navi… Show more
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