The purpose of this book is to introduce the fundamental aspects of ship operations that can provide a safe working environment for all on board, from the regulations & guidance that governs & controls safety, to the basic onboard measures that can be used to mitigate risk. These will include the shipboard safety organisation, inductions & familiarisations for new crew, safe means of access to & on board ship, general housekeeping, risk assessments, permit to work systems & specific hazardous activities such as dry-docking, lifeboat launch & recovery, entry into enclosed spaces & mooring operations.