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1 – 1 of 1Alexandros M. Goulielmos, Georgia Lathouraki and Costas Giziakis
The purpose of this paper is to show the link between human error and marine accidents.
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to show the link between human error and marine accidents.
Design/methodology/approach
The authors carried out field research and also used empirical evidence.
Findings
Until 1998, the human side has been neglected, for centuries, in favor of the technical side. Even after 1998 improper focus did not eliminate marine accidents.
Research limitations/implications
Lack of data between human error and marine accidents.
Practical implications
The paper is addressed to the maritime community and its safety administration in the EU and IMO, to eliminate human error.
Social implications
There is potential for reduction of human injuries, deaths and marine pollution.
Originality/value
The paper is of value as no prior research, in depth, has been done to see what is behind the standard etiquette “human error” in marine accidents.
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