ISF Certified Programs
India's ports handle millions of tonnes of cargo annually. Port operations involve heavy machinery, cargo handling, and maritime hazards requiring specialised safety training for workers and stevedores.
500,000+ workers | Critical trade infrastructure
Falling containers, shifting cargo, and rigging failures.
Crane tip-overs, load drops, and swing hazards.
Falls into water from quays, vessels, and gangways.
Handling dangerous goods including chemicals and explosives.
Collisions with port vehicles and equipment.
Legislation governing port operations and safety.
International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code for hazardous cargo.
Safety regulations for dock and port workers.
A container fell from a gantry crane during loading, injuring workers below. Investigation revealed worn rigging, inadequate inspection procedures, and lack of exclusion zones.
Regular rigging inspections, load testing, exclusion zones during lifting, and comprehensive crane operator training.
ISF delivers port safety training covering stevedoring operations, crane safety, and dangerous goods handling. Our programmes address the unique maritime environment and cargo operations.