IMO revisits safety data sheets

Article Abstract:

The International Bunker Industry Association dismissed proposals on regulation regarding the supply and carriage of material safety data sheets (MSDS) as flawed and unworkable. Don Gregory, former IBIA chairman, described the proposals as abusing the purpose of MSDSs. The association is due to suggest an alternative proposal on MSDS at the Marine Safety Committee in Copenhagen.

Material safety data sheets, Marine safety

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Life-expired or safety-critical?

Article Abstract:

A resolution has been submitted to the International Maritime Organization's Design and Equipment Sub-committee requesting that the life rafts' annual service interval be extended up to as much as five years, but the shipping industry is divided regarding this matter. Details surrounding concerns on the topic are discussed.

Usage, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Life rafts

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Life outside IACS

Article Abstract:

The removal of Polish Register of Shipping membership from the International Association of Classification Societies, and its attempt to gain the recognition of the European Union, is discussed.

Poland, Membership, European Union, International Association of Classification Societies

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