Safety recommendations and safety lessons

It is recommended that company Javorak ensure that vessels temporarily withdrawn from service during the winter period are formally laid up in accordance with applicable requirements, supported by a lay-up plan. The plan should include a risk assessment, arrangements...

It is recommended that the Croatian Register of Shipping implement enhanced systematic monitoring of the condition of structural sewage holding tanks as critical structural elements on vessels of the same or similar design as the vessel Pacific.

It is recommended that the Croatian Register of Shipping further specify, within the existing sections of its rules, including the associated tables and checklists, the requirements for internal inspections and thickness measurements of structural sewage holding tanks.

Safety Measures of Vessels during Lay-Up Periods A vessel that is not in commercial use during the winter period or outside the navigation season, and is without a permanent crew, remains exposed to risks such as seawater ingress, fire or technical failure. In such...

Prevention of Progressive Flooding through Watertight Bulkheads Hull damage in way of a watertight bulkhead may result in flooding of a single compartment; however, the principal hazard arises when water spreads uncontrollably into adjacent spaces, leading to...

Prevention of Corrosion in Sewage Holding Tanks Sewage holding tanks constitute a highly aggressive chemical and biological environment in which degradation of internal structural materials may occur. The decomposition of organic matter generates gases and compounds...

Safety Guidance for Charterers and Users of Yachts and Small Craft in Nautical Tourism Yacht and boat skippers, as well as all other participants in maritime traffic, should be aware of the importance of maintaining a proper lookout and of the consistent application...

The Importance of Maintaining a Proper Lookout and Taking Timely Preventive Action to Avoid the Risk of Collision Maintaining a proper lookout and taking timely preventive action to avoid collisions at sea is a fundamental principle of safe and responsible navigation....

Ministarstvu mora, prometa i infrastrukture, Upravi sigurnosti plovidbe, preporuča se s osnove sigurnosti plovidbe izvršiti pregled planova putovanja brodova u javnom obalnom linijskom pomorskom prometu, najmanje prema kriteriju odnosa planova putovanja prema...

Ministarstvu mora, prometa i infrastrukture, Upravi sigurnosti plovidbe, preporuča se u postupku propisanim Pomorskim zakonikom na odgovarajući način označiti najistureniju od hridi jugoistočne orijentacije Mala sika odgovarajućom dnevno-noćnom oznakom, kako bi se...

Preventivne mjere nadzora sredstava za spašavanje -  Naglašava se važnost preventivnih mjera pripreme, kontrole i nadzora sredstava za spašavanje općenito, kao i onih sredstava funkcionalno dizajniranih za samo-otpuštanje prilikom potonuća plovnog objekta, kako bi se...

Situacijska osviještenost – odstupanje percipirane od stvarne navigacijske situacije -  Ova pomorska nesreća primjer je ranjivosti i najiskusnijih navigatora u interpretiranju navigacijske situacije i plovidbenih okolnosti. Unatoč dugogodišnjem iskustvu i...

Poštivanje sustava obilježavanja (balisaže) plovnih putova -  Prilikom plovidbe i pri uplovljavanju odnosno isplovljavanju iz luke, potrebno je da planovi putovanja budu usklađeni sa sustavom obilježavanja (balisaže) plovnih putova, a navigator praktično vodi brod...

Pomagalo za navigaciju (Dubinomjer) -  Ministarstvu mora, prometa i infrastrukture, Upravi sigurnosti plovidbe, preporuča se izmjenama, odnosno dopunama Pravila za statutarnu certifikaciju pomorskih brodova, pomagala za navigaciju (NN 97/2015) na odgovarajući način...

Savjesno izviđanje i poduzimanje preventivnih mjera radi izbjegavanja rizika od nasukanja Savjesno izviđanje i poduzimanje pravovremenih preventivnih mjera radi izbjegavanja rizika od sudara, udara i nasukanja ključno je i osnovno pravilo sigurnog i odgovornog držanja...

It is recommended that RINA Classification Society amend the Rules for the Classification of Yachts to require high-capacity power cables on yachts to be installed exclusively within enclosures and cabinets constructed of materials that effectively limit the spread of...

It is recommended that RINA Classification Society amend the Rules for the Classification of Yachts so as to extend the existing requirements for fixed firefighting systems of appropriate specifications in technical areas and control spaces containing highly flammable...

Fire Protection of Technical Areas and Control Stations Fire protection must primarily focus on prevention. However, if a fire does occur, it is essential to ensure that flames cannot spread rapidly and that the fire can be brought under control as effectively as...

Safety Standards of the Electrical Installations on Vessel Electrical installations are a frequent source of fires. Therefore, the proper design, installation, maintenance, and use of onboard systems are essential for the vessel’s fire safety. Cables installed on...

It is recommended that Ministry of the Sea, Transport and Infrastructure, Maritime Safety Directorate, amends the Rules for Statutory Certification of Seagoing Ships, Navigational Aids (Official Gazette 97/2015) in order to appropriately regulate the requirement for...

Use of technical aids and brightness adjustment At night or in reduced visibility, the vessel’s position relative to nearby shorelines and surrounding objects cannot be reliably determined solely by visual observation. In such conditions, navigation must be conducted...

Medical Fitness of Crew Members for Work on Fishing Vessels Prolonged presence at sea, irregular working hours, and challenging conditions make fishing one of the most demanding offshore professions. Work often takes place at night and over extended periods of time,...

Anchoring System Maintenance The anchor, along with the chain and other associated equipment, including the anchor windlass, should be classified as a critical ship system, since its failure could lead to uncontrolled vessel movement and consequently all possible...

Communication between ship and VTS The role of the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) is to contribute to the safety of navigation within the VTS maritime area by preventing the development of hazardous situations for the vessel, crew, and environment. This is achieved by...

Required actions while at anchor During the planning phase of the ship's anchorage, the responsible personnel on board must conduct a risk assessment, considering all potential hazards that could endanger the vessel. These include meteorological and hydrological...

Crew members operate and manage various ship systems, devices, and equipment. When transferring to a new ship, seafarers often encounter different system designs that are specific to each vessel. Understanding the technical design and operating principles of these...

The Agency recommends that the Croatian Register of Shipping (HRB) enhance the existing ISM audit checklists ("ISM Audit Checklist QF-PRP-54" for ships and "ISM Audit Checklist" for companies) by providing more detailed specifications for inspection components within...

The Agency recommends that the Croatian Register of Shipping (HRB) ensure additional training for ISM auditors on the principles and guidelines outlined in IACS "Guidance for Auditors to the ISM Code 41" to enhance external audits under the ISM Code and to reduce the...

The Agency recommends that the Croatian Register of Shipping (HRB) align technical supervision of hull door safety systems on RO-RO passenger ships in domestic navigation with both international and national regulations, particularly regarding inspections of ships...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija ensure continuous training and competency enhancement for internal auditors responsible for SMS evaluations, focusing on ISM Code compliance and internal audit procedures. Training should align with the ISO 9001 quality...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija improve internal audit mechanisms within the SMS, as required by the ISM Code, to effectively identify root causes of non-conformities, eliminate them, and prevent recurrence. This includes refining the definitions of "corrective...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija clearly define, structure, and align work procedures, task planning, and risk assessment within the Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure that responsible personnel on board properly apply prescribed procedures when organizing...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija introduce an internal rule requiring that rotating management personnel within the same department (deck and/or engine) meet a minimum cumulative experience criterion for a specific vessel ("Officer Matrix"). A minimum of six...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija conduct a review of the officer staffing levels on deck to ensure that the assigned personnel can effectively perform their duties and responsibilities at the management level, with a primary focus on ensuring the safety of crew...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija provide crew members with a sufficient number of portable VHF communication devices, along with appropriate personal accessories (headsets for noisy environments, holsters, microphone extensions, etc.) to ensure effective...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija improve maintenance records, including data on repairs, replacements, inspections, and incidents involving ship devices, equipment, and components. The system should allow access to such records for responsible personnel on board...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija establish a methodology for identifying critical ship systems and equipment, in accordance with the ISM Code and its implementation standards. The list of critical ship systems and equipment should be reviewed and updated, and...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija implement and promote the "Stop Work Authority" (SWA) principle within its Safety Management System (SMS), allowing any crew member, regardless of rank, to halt any operation they believe is being carried out in an unsafe manner...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija install dedicated visual indicators and audible alarms on the bridge and at each control panel on ships that do not have them, to indicate that the hull doors are closed and that the securing and locking mechanisms are properly...

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija ensure that crew members are familiar with the correct procedures for handling, closing, and securing hull doors during both regular operations and emergency situations, according to the specific technical design of each vessel.

The Agency recommends that Jadrolinija ensure that operating procedures for handling, closing, and securing hull doors, created according to the specific technical design of the system, are available on board and placed at appropriate control locations.

In the practice of investigative bodies, when investigating fires caused by electrical appliances in crew quarters, the most common cause is overloading of electrical circuits due to multiple high-power consumers being connected to a single power source (outlet)....

Ukrcaj nužnog i dovoljnog broja stručne posade i organizacija radnog vremena s vremenom odmora Agencija za istraživanje nesreća u zračnom, željezničkom i pomorskom prometu ističe kako je ukrcaj najmanjeg propisanog broja članova posade s odgovarajućim svjedodžbama o...

Response Procedures in Case of a Marine Accident In the event of an accident, it is essential to act promptly to prevent and limit further dangers to human lives, property, and the marine environment. Therefore, the following response measures are recommended:...

Safe Mooring of Ships in Port The Agency for Investigation of Accidents in Air, Marine, and Rail Transport emphasizes that mooring a vessel with ropes of the appropriate dimensions and characteristics—as per the ship’s mooring system design documentation and certified...

Preventive measures for protecting wooden ships from damage The accident that resulted in the total loss of the wooden vessel (Brijunka) and minor damage to the steel vessel (Supin) highlights the increased vulnerability of wooden ships to damage and accidents,...

Establishment of a monitoring process for the replacement of mooring ropes. It is recommended that shipowners and the public Institution of Brijuni National Park establish a recording and monitoring process for the regular replacement of mooring ropes, ensuring they...

Amendment of rules governing order and safety in the port of Brijuni It is recommended that the Port Authority of Brijuni revise the rules on safety and order in the port based on an expert assessment that considers: - The circumstances and outcome of the Marine...

Necessity of Understanding the Interconnection and Application of Collision Avoidance Rules The Agency for Investigation of Accidents in Air, Marine, and Rail Transport stresses that a complete and comprehensive understanding of the Collision Avoidance Rules...

Necessity of Diligent Lookout and Timely Preventive Actions to Avoid Collision Risk The Agency for Investigation of Accidents in Air, Marine, and Rail Transport emphasizes that diligent lookout and timely preventive actions are fundamental principles of safe and...