摘要: |
Most of us have spent the last 18 months taking dramatic steps to protect the health of our passengers and crew. Looking back, I am astounded at how quickly the passenger vessel industry developed and implemented a host of effective measures to help combat the spread of Covid-19 aboard our vessels. These measures are now an important part of our overall safety practices and culture. It is time for the maritime industry to critically assess its current safety measures and take the necessary steps to reach the next level. But how do we accomplish this? My company, BB Riverboats, has decided that implementing a Safety Management System (SMS) is the best path to achieving continuous safety improvement. We are adopting the Flagship SMS developed by the Passenger Vessel Association. It's a structured and documented system that permits our shoreside and vessel personnel to better manage safety and, at the same time, establish a culture of continuous improvement. |