Shipboard Response to Stowaways and Distressed People in Small Boats

2025-26 Edition

£175.00 In stock

The primary aim of this book is to advise seafarers in general, and the officers and crew of merchant ships in particular, how best to deal with people encountered at sea as stowaways, distressed people in small boats (including migrants and refugees) and the victims of trafficking. In each case, details of the Master's responsibilities and the required procedures are set out, along with preventative measures, appropriate preparation and the recommended response in stowaway and rescue at sea situations. Practical guidance is provided, focused on saving lives at sea and maintaining ship security and the safety of all on board.

Current trends and regions of higher risk are identified, with reference to the latest industry guidance and regulatory framework.

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A Practical Guide to Shipboard Inspections

First Edition

£185.00 In stock

A Practical Guide to Shipboard Inspections helps shipping companies implement a systematic approach to inspections, better comply with industry regulations and ensure their ships navigate the seas safely and in a manner that protects the marine environment. The recommendations in this guide are relevant to all ship types.

This first edition helps ship’s officers, crews and superintendents prepare for all types of inspections and understand how they interlink — including flag state, port state control, class and masters’ inspections. Firsthand tips from inspectors and a range of checklists are provided to help ship’s crew prepare for, conduct and close out inspections.

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Global Health Emergency Guide: Helping Shipping Companies and Crew Prepare, Act and Recover

First Edition

£190.00 In stock

The ICS Global Health Emergency Guide: Helping Shipping Companies and Crew Prepare, Act and Recover provides a comprehensive and practical framework for shipping companies to get ahead and prepare for any future global health emergency. Each part (before, during and after) comes with a handy toolkit of more than 30 checklists, posters, templates and forms to help companies practically implement these protocols into their safety management system and deliver on their crisis management plan in the event of an outbreak.

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Guidelines on the Application of the IMO International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Sixth Edition

£175.00 In stock

ISM-related deficiencies are in the top three most-reported deficiencies by port state control authorities globally.  The ICS Guidelines on the Application of the IMO International Safety Management (ISM) Code helps shipping companies comply with the code and provides practical guidance for designated persons ashore and crew to develop, implement and maintain an effective, user-friendly safety management system. The sixth edition adds a brand new chapter on internal audits, and an enhanced toolkit of checklists and templates. 

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