Classification society ABS has launched a quick reference guide to enhance the protection of seafarers against piracy, Seatrade Asia online reports. The guide will assist ship's crew in implementing the industry's 'Best Management Practices for the Protection of Seafarers from Somali Based Piracy' or BMPs.
“It is not intended to replace the BMPs but rather act as a supplement designed especially to give the crew a quick reference guide for protection against these threats. It can also be used as a training tool in shipboard drills and exercises,” said Hemant Juneja, ABS director of management systems certification.
Designed specifically for onboard use, the guide summarises the recently published version 4 of the BMPs to assist the master and the ship security officer in preparing the vessel for transit through a high-risk area.
It also identifies actions to take should the vessel and its crew be attacked.
“It is not intended to replace the BMPs but rather act as a supplement designed especially to give the crew a quick reference guide for protection against these threats. It can also be used as a training tool in shipboard drills and exercises,” said Hemant Juneja, ABS director of management systems certification.
Designed specifically for onboard use, the guide summarises the recently published version 4 of the BMPs to assist the master and the ship security officer in preparing the vessel for transit through a high-risk area.
It also identifies actions to take should the vessel and its crew be attacked.