Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to present a comprehensive analysis of the human element as a factor in marine accidents. This analysis has been part of project SAFECO (for Safety of Shipping in Coastal Waters), sponsored by the European Commission, Directorate General for Transport (DGVII). The analysis investigates relationships between the various probable causes of an accident and the final outcome of the accident.
| Original language | English |
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| Publication date | 1998 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Publication status | Published - 1998 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | IMLA 10: The 10th International Maritime Lecturers Association Conference - St. Malo, France Duration: 14 Sep 1998 → 18 Sep 1998 |
Conference
| Conference | IMLA 10: The 10th International Maritime Lecturers Association Conference |
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| Country | France |
| City | St. Malo |
| Period | 14/09/1998 → 18/09/1998 |
Keywords
- Maritime safety
- Human element
- Accident analysis
Cite this
Psaraftis, H. N., Caridis, P., Desypris, N., Panagakos, G., & Ventikos, N. P. (1998). The Human Element as a Factor in Marine Accidents. Paper presented at IMLA 10: The 10th International Maritime Lecturers Association Conference, St. Malo, France.