Refers to: Ship-owners, Operators, Masters and Managers of PHRS certified vessels
Effective Dates: N/A
This Newsletter aims to inform all interested parties about the publication of Marine Advisory: 12/26 and Marine Advisory: 13/26 by the Liberia Maritime Authority.
- SCOPE & PURPOSE: MARINE ADVISORY 12/26
The purpose of this Marine Advisory is to reinforce Safety Management System (SMS) requirements and operational controls related to the prevention of fatalities and serious illness associated with the consumption of alcohol, unknown or unverified liquids, and substances not intended for human consumption aboard Liberian-flagged vessels.
Recent incidents demonstrate that consumption of alcohol or unidentified substances, particularly those obtained from uncontrolled sources or involving high concentration ethyl alcohol products, can result in rapid deterioration of crew health and fatal outcomes despite onboard medical assistance.
This Advisory highlights regulatory obligations, identifies recurring safety deficiencies, summarizes recent casualty cases, and outlines required preventive actions.
For the full text please follow the link bellow.
Marine Advisory: 12/26
- SCOPE & PURPOSE: MARINE ADVISORY 13/26
The purpose of this Marine Advisory is to reinforce mandatory safety, welfare, and operational controls related to the prevention of:
- Crew suicides
- Missing persons / Man Over Board (MOB) incidents
- Unexplained personnel disappearances onboard or at sea
Recent casualty data indicates continued fatalities related to deliberate acts (suicide) and missing personnel, often involving delayed detection and inadequate crew accountability.
These incidents highlight the importance of:
Effective crew welfare and mental health management
- Robust watchkeeping and accountability systems
- Early recognition of behavioral and psychological risk indicators
For the full text please follow the link bellow.
Marine Advisory: 13/26
For any questions or further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at technical@phrs.gr. or Liberia’s Investigations Department at investigations@liscr.com.
