TIM CARTER Introduction Seafarers working at sea need to safely and effectively perform a wide variety of tasks. Most involve the seafarer receiving information about their surroundings, analysing ...
... use complex telemedical technologies to communicate with medical practitioners on shore to perform an unfamiliar task whilst also continuing to monitor the patient and communicate the patient’s status. ...
... medical advice. The role of the Master The role of the Master is complex: Confronted with a medical request by a member of the crew he will seek the advice of a medical professional, either by ...
... on this complex area is available in section xxx. Seafarers are referred to medical and surgical specialists and subspecialists for proper and facilitated medical treatment. Coordinators can assist in ...
... not be necessary and the vessel operator tends to take the lead in the medical case management. However, if the medical incident is life threatening, involving many people or otherwise complex, the Club ...
... of exposure. However, information is not always available, particularly on the risks from bulk cargoes in confined spaces or on cleaning operations. In addition, the effect of some complex exposures, ...
... the additional risks of hypothermia, drowning and crushing, as does being swept off the deck by the sea. Rescue can be complex and involve other crewmembers in the risks of launching a boat and picking ...
... can contain a wide range of other contaminants. Residues are variable and complex, hence no single exposure limit is applicable. Risk management Work practices must ensure that no sources of exhaust ...
... arises as to whether these stressors interact with each other. This area is very complex, and little is known about it. In the maritime field, which is greatly affected by this problem, the scientific ...
... the problem been managed before sea service. Those with dentures, bridges or other complex dental work should seek advice in advance on what to do should repair be needed. Crewmembers should be advised ...
... effects in the long term. Abuse of a substance or substance use disorder is defined by the American Psychiatric Association[1] as ‘a complex condition in which there is uncontrolled use of a substance ...
... and very often first aid is not enough, prolonged treatment is required because evacuation is impossible at that time. From a legal perspective, the ship is strange, complex and globalised. International ...
... and on the effectiveness of interventions. This is a consequence of the complexity of investigations in a mobile population of seafarers who are distant from health care and investigation facilities, ...
... aboard. Engineering, occupational hygiene and toxicological expertise will often be essential resolve them. Patterns of ill-health, poor performance or distress in ship’s crew can be complex, they may ...
... using clinical terms may require little specific training for their effective application. Where complex risk-assessments are needed then consistent application will only occur if medical examiners have ...
KIM JEFFRIES Shipowner liability for illness and injury and P&I Insurance Introduction Shipping is global and liability for illness, injury and death is formed from a complex web of international ...
... must be made aware in advance that evacuation or diversion to land for the care of seriously ill or injured patients can be complex and costly and may take days, if it is possible at all. Without breaching ...
... Medical Plans They also warn that due to the remote itineraries and complex logistics challenges specific to cruise ship medicine, emergencies can periodically and temporarily disrupt the full provision ...