Crew must understand fire risks at sea

Ensuring that crew members are knowledgeable on incidents related to alternative fuel fires is crucial to being well-prepared, says Marinos Kokkinis, at OneLearn Global

Fires at sea are a real threat to crews onboard given the challenging environments they work in, including confined spaces, flammable materials, and limited means of escape. Whether it is a cargo ship or cruise ship, the risk of fire is ever present and demands constant vigilance and preparedness. Coping with these emergencies demands unique skills, readiness and a resolute mindset from seafarers.