Lashing Safety

The process of securing cargo to prevent movement or shifting during transport by securing it with lashings such as ropes, straps, or bars.

The crew on a vessel responsible for securing cargo using lashings and related equipment to prevent movement during transit.

The process of removing lashings or restraints used to secure cargo, thereby releasing the cargo for handling or unloading.

Port safety refers to the conditions and measures to protect people, assets, and operations at a port from hazards, accidents, and security threats, i...

Safety stock is the extra inventory held above expected demand to buffer against variability in demand or supply lead times and prevent stockouts.

Safety stock is the additional inventory held above the expected demand to protect against stockouts caused by demand and lead time variability, ensur...