Information Papers

The OCIMF Human Factors Approach

05 October 2020

This information paper outlines OCIMF’s approach to human factors.

Recommendations on the Proactive Use of Voyage Data Recorder Information

19 August 2020

This information paper updates OCIMF’s Recommendations on the Proactive Use of Voyage Data Recorder Information (published in 2013) to consider the impact of recent updates to VDR performance standards by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Dynamic Positioning Failure Mode Effects Analysis Assurance Framework Risk-based Guidance

19 June 2020

Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is a tool used by reliability engineers throughout the design process.

The Carriage of Methanol in Bulk Onboard Offshore Vessels

12 June 2020

The carriage of methanol in bulk is becoming common in the offshore oil and gas industry, and although there is technical documentation on methanol handling, guidance for offshore carriage by sea is limited.

OCIMF Safety Bulletin - Sanchi and CF Crystal Collision Incident

20 April 2020

This safety bulletin highlights the importance of verifying the level of awareness and familiarity vessel personnel have with key learnings, procedures and regulations affected by this incident.