By Zeny C. Rabina

Human errors has been cited as a cause or contributing factor in disasters and accidents in the shipping industry. It is very vital to stress out that “HUMAN ERROR” is the same as “HUMAN PERFORMANCE” which is actually part of the ordinary spectrum of human behaviour.

As the process of errors caused accident is diverse, it can be said that human behavior and mind are not perfect and faultless, therefore it is necesary for each and everyone to research how navigator makes an error, how its error cause marine collision accidents. Basis this, the people concerned msut be able to build an effective preventive measures against accidents as well as how to decrease of actual casualties.

One important steps to make this system work is the seafarers to have proper training regarding emergency preparedness in maritime education which will be implemented to reduce the risk of human error most especially in the operation and maintenance of marine equipment.

We all know that the seafarers plays an important role in working with the sytem. They are the one who make it work/happen. They are the end user of the system, their participation and involvement is required during the development and implementation stage.

We must always remember that “KNOWLEDGE AND TRAININGS” gives the seafarers the best chance to cope with an emergency.

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