THE European Maritime Safety Agency and European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control have issued joint guidance on the gradual and safe resumption of cruise ship operations in the European Union. The document outlines minimum measures expected to be implemented across the cruise industry, and applies to all ships calling...
THE European Maritime Safety Agency and European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control have issued joint guidance on the gradual and safe resumption of cruise ship operations in the European Union.
The document outlines minimum measures expected to be implemented across the cruise industry, and applies to all ships calling at European Union and/or European Economic Area ports.
The guidance is divided into three parts – recommendations for ships & cruise lines, recommendations for member states, ports & terminals, and recommendations on elements on which parties should agree.
The document suggests a goal-based approach in the development of a COVID-19 management plan, following a tailor-made risk assessment by the cruise line.
It also suggests both parties establish their own procedures and a cooperative framework in case of a COVID-19 outbreak on board.
Measures proposed by the guidance (pictured) include communication of localised risks, overcrowding avoidance strategies, health screening, physical distancing, use of face masks, hand hygiene, enhanced cleaning and more.
“Restoration is vital for the economy and has also an important social dimension,” the document notes – CLICK HERE to access.
