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Maritime Safety Awareness bulletin issue 11—Fire prevention on vessels

In issue 11, read about how fire prevention is essential for maritime safety and learn ways to mitigate the risk of fire at sea.

24 March 2020

In this issue, we explore safety factors associated with fire, highlighting the risks and ways to mitigate fires at sea including information on the following key safety factors:

  • Maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Maintenance of fire protection equipment
  • Importance of safety culture
Last updated: 20 June 2023