Enclosed space safety: Shared risks, shared responsibility
FREE webinar
On behalf of the HEIG Human Element Working Group, this webinar will bring together industry experts and stakeholders to examine the continuing risks associated with enclosed-space entry and the practical steps being taken to prevent further incidents and fatalities.
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Panellists:
- Capt Garry Hallett, Marine Professional
- Richard Cowburn, Human factors specialist
- Capt Pradeep Kumar Chawla FNI, CEO, MarinePALS
- Q&A with Capt. Kuba Szymanski, FNI, Secretary General, InterManager
Moderator:
David Patrirko FNI, Director of Projects, The Nautical Institute
The session will highlight the key findings and outcomes of the Inter-Manager survey, providing insight into current industry challenges, recurring safety concerns and areas where further improvement is required. Speakers will share relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements and good practices, together with practical examples of measures already being implemented across the maritime sector.
The webinar will explore how companies are strengthening enclosed-space entry procedures, risk assessments, permit-to-work systems, training and emergency preparedness. It will also consider improvements in ship design and the identification of enclosed and potentially hazardous spaces. Particular attention will be given to the importance of effective supervision, realistic drills and sharing of lessons from incidents and near misses. The aim is to identify practical actions, encourage greater collaboration and support a coordinated industry approach to reducing enclosed-space entry risks.