1. Safety Innovation in the Spotlight once more: Annual Awards open to entries
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With a track record of encouraging continuous in safety throughout the cargo handling sector, ICHCA and long-standing sponsor TT Club are proud to announce that entries are open for this year’s Innovation in Safety Awards.
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The inspiring technologies and bold initiatives in operational management that have typified the growing number of entries to this award over the last ten years are testimony to the industry’s commitment to safety. Those wishing to join the ranks of these innovators are invited to share their ideas, successes and safety developments and enter here Entering the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award – ICHCA International. Where the full judging criteria can be studied.
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2. Fumigation Risks On Board Vessels
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Paper CCC 11/5/6 ‘Fumigation-related casualties’ was submitted to the IMO this month as a joint document between several competent authorities and IMO recognised non-governmental organisations. It lists 31 incidents, 25 of which involved workplace fatalities.
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The report notes that “At least 46 seafarers and shore workers have lost their lives after being exposed to hazards associated with the fumigation of cargo holds” since the Recommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships applicable to the fumigation of cargo holds (MSC.1/Circ.1264) was drafted in 2008.
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The predominant cause of death in the data is exposure to fumigant. There were also a smaller number of fatalities associated with fumigation related fire or explosion.
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3. ICHCA Member G2 Ocean, latest Safety Bulletin - Going to work
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This edition is about going to work, and how safety matters even before you get to site where you will do your job.
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Image Above - Case 1: The stevedore above is climbing a ladder at a height of about 13 m: without a safety harness. This ladder is a dead end. It would only come into use if other access points were blocked by cargo. When asked the stevedore said he made a mistake, choosing the wrong route when entering the cargo hold.
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For the full safety bulletin release click "Read More":
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4. Safety Alert: Incidents Involving the Storage and Handling of Steel Plates (not as cargo)
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The Republic of the Marshall Islands, Maritime Administrator has renewed Marine Safety Advisory No. 06-24. Which considers the findings of 11 investigations of incidents where steel plates were being manually handled and fell on seafarers. These incidents have resulted in fatalities and serious life threatening injuries.
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Although focused on shipboard incidents, there are also potentially transferable lessons to other workplace environments where larger, heavy items may be used for work purposes. Potentially contributing factors such as procedures designed for manual handling rather than lifting equipment, tasks seen as ‘routine’ with no pre-task assessment required and storage solutions that may not be well designed for the role are identified in the Advisory.
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For the full safety alert click on "Read More"
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5. Coming Soon: New IMDG Code E-Learning Course
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Stay ahead of the latest IMDG Code changes
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Are you ready for the upcoming changes to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code?
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ICHCA is preparing to launch a new Overview of the Provisions in the IMDG Code e-learning course, updated in line with Amendment 42-24.
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This flexible online course will help port operators, shippers, freight forwarders and maritime professionals stay compliant with international regulations.
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6. Exclusive Member Content
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New Safety Video: Hidden Dangers in Cargo Documentation
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Hidden Dangers in Shipping Documentation
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Learn how simple terms like “household goods” or “tool boxes” can conceal life-threatening hazards. This video explores the real-world consequences of misdeclared dangerous goods and how supply chain partners can work together to prevent them.
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Members can watch the video by following the 'Read More' button below:
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Managing Lithium-Ion Battery Risks in EV Transport Safety
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In this article on Dangerous Goods we address the information available on Lithium-ion battery fire safety. International and national regulators, insurers, industry bodies and other stakeholders have been developing content around this risk for several years. At ICHCA we have built an infographic showing sources of information on this topic. It is designed to be a single page ‘at a glance’ resource, a living document that will continue to develop as new content becomes available.
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Members can click on 'Read More' to access the full article and download the latest version:
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7. The work of the IMO and the latest Current Awareness Bulletin
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ICHCA is proud to be a recognised Non-Governmental Organisation at the International Maritime Organisation. It means that the cargo handling industry has a voice when amendments to international regulations and codes of practice are being made.
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If you want to know what has been happening recently at IMO, one of the helpful options is the Current Awareness Bulletin. The July 2025 issue is now available on our web site along with back issues.
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To access the latest CAB click "Read More":
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