What would YOU do? Closing up our series on Fire safety, this week we are looking at fire in other areas. A fire in any area can very quickly become can be a serious emergency situation! If not contained quickly the fire can go from ignition to a major fire in a matter of seconds. […]
Do YOU know how to deal with it? Continuing our focus on fire safety during National Safe Work Month, this week we are looking at…. Fire in the Engine Room! A fire in the engine room can very quickly become a catastrophic one! If not contained quickly the fire can go from ignition to a […]
Do YOU know what to do? October being National Safe Work Month we felt it important to continue the focus on fire. We have covered extinguishers in the last two newsletters (if you missed them, click here). We will now focus on FIRES – HOW, WHY AND WHAT TO DO! This week, let’s look at… […]
Do you know the most common one? The most common, and most practical portable fire extinguisher in the maritime industry is… …the Dry Chemical Powder is the most common type used in Australia. They are also known as a DCP fire extinguisher. DCP fire extinguishers are easily distinguishable by the white band that is around […]
Do you know what they are? In our last article we focused on the most common fire extinguisher, the dry chemical which is by far the most widely used by vessel owners, marinas and the general workforce. While they are the most widely used they may not be the best for every fire situation. Let’s […]
DON’T GO OUT! Often heard as a surfing term, however, the same applies for going out in the water either in person or by boat! Boating is both exciting and relaxing. However, boating can be a hazardous activity and there are several ways that a boating trip can turn sour if you are not properly […]
How to Avoid Becoming Involved in a Boating Accident Master’s Responsibility It’s vitally important to remember that as the Master you hold the safety and wellbeing of not only the people on your boat but also those who may be in the water or on other watercraft. As the Master you must ensure you know […]
Things you DON’T want to be involved in! This article is focused on the 8 most common boating accidents! With more people taking to the water for their recreation, this means there are more craft out therewhich in turns means the potential to be involved in an accident is becoming greater. No matter if you’re […]
Let Shorlink assist….. Given the success and knowledge of Shorlink in the marine industry, we were approached some time ago, about expanding to include vessel clean, maintenance and management. So that is what we did! Whilst the end of summer is definitely here, the beginning of winter often means less time IN the water and […]
How to do it safely! Tying up to other vessels is a great way to connect and interact with family and friends. But there is still plenty that can go wrong if you do not do it the right way. Just ask the repair guys at your marina or boat repair facility! Fact is, there […]
