SAFETY OF NAVIGATION AS A FACTOR OF INCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF THE COMMERCIAL OPERATION OF THE SHIP

Abstract

Introduction. The article deals with modern problems of the safety of navigation, as well as the reasons for the increased accident rate of ships, taking into account the influence of the human factor, the influence of these processes on the commercial component of sea transportation. Purpose. This article is aimed at a comprehensive analysis of the causes of emergencies at sea and finding effective ways to reduce them, minimize the commercial risks of transportation by improving the management of marine resources. A positive trend was revealed in terms of improving the safety of all types of ships, a decrease in the number of lost ships, casualties and wounded crew members in the period from 2014 to 2019. The main causes of emergencies are analyzed on the basis of EMSA statistical data and it is established that the main cause of increased accidents is the human factor. The classification of accidents caused by the human factor is considered. Established international organizations dealing with the safety of navigation and international conventions under which merchant vessels are currently being inspected. Conclusions. In this article we show the dependence of the safety of navigation on the competent management of marine resources, since the influence of the human factor is undoubtedly the main reason for the creation of emergency situations in the fleet, which leads to inevitable losses from the commercial operation of ships. Advanced training of ship officers and coastal operators involved in the ship’s propulsion operations is a prerequisite for reducing accidents and increasing the financial efficiency of the fleet.