Insurer warns of danger in enclosed cargo spaces

摘要

Dangers to shore-based cargo handling workers are highlighted by the two latest risk management guides issued by specialist insurance provider, TT Club.rnA regular cause of fatalities amongst shore-side labour working on board bulk cargo vessels is asphyxiation. Similar incidents are known to occur when workers enter freight containers whether on-board ship, on terminal or during any point on its onward journey.rnICHCA International has joined with the TT Club to produce two pocket guides, which form part of a series of risk management advisories, and warn those who are actively involved in or the supervising of cargo loading or discharge operations of the dangers of atmospheric contamination in both on-board situations and containers. The guides also contain advice on the precautions to be taken. The fundamental message is: before entering, stop and think.