As the American Club informs, in a recent study of noted deficiencies cited in Club condition surveys, it was observed that the third most frequent defects cited are associated with labeling, markings and symbols.
Marking, labeling and symbols are defined as shipboard items such as fluorescent markings for safe exit routes, fire safety appliances, vents, piping, machinery and equipment, safe working loads (SWLs) for mooring appliances and crane jibs, etc. In addition, there were notedly missing and worn fluorescent stickers.
The importance of properly maintaining shipboard markings, labels, and symbols cannot be understated from the Human Element perspective by increasing intuitiveness, reduce training requirements and enhancing accurate performance.
