Having Trouble Explaining the Difference Between Near Misses and Unsafe Acts?
Is it a near miss? Â Or was it an unsafe act? Â Maybe just an unsafe condition. Â What’s the difference and how do you explain it to your crew when introducing … Read More
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Lac-Megantic Derailment : Lessons Learned
The adage that you can learn something from everyone has been around for a long time. Â The fact of the matter is that what you learn isn’t always what you … Read More
Safety Management System (SMS) – A Fatigue Factor?
When asked about the Manila Amendments, a captain recently quipped, “What?  There’s new regulations for folders?!” The Manila Amendments refer to new wide-ranging changes to the IMO (International Maritime Organization) … Read More