OSG is committed to cultivating a strong safety culture whereby it provides equipment, education, training and an open environment of communication that fosters awareness, improvement and teamwork. Through a combination of an engaged and committed staff on shore and a variety of onboard initiatives that teach and encourage seafarers to think and act safely, OSG strives for continual improvement in its safety performance.
| LTIF |
2009 |
2010 |
| International Fleet |
0.63 |
0.60 |
| U.S. Tanker Fleet |
1.52 |
3.03 |
U.S. ATB Fleet
|
7.78 |
1.37 |
| TRCF |
2009 |
2010 |
| International Fleet |
2.23 |
1.13 |
| U.S. Tanker Fleet |
4.55 |
4.76 |
U.S. ATB Fleet
|
7.78 |
5.48 |  OSG strives to keep seafarers injury-free by providing proper tools, PPE and training Fire safety drills are conducted on board to test equipment and personnel response and readiness in the case of an emergency
Safety Metrics
The operational performance of OSG's fleet is monitored and measured through a series of key performance indicators. Safety metrics such as LTIF and TRCF are used to measure safety performance.
LTIF, or lost time injury frequency, measures injuries whereby an individual is unable to carry out his or her duties and return to work as scheduled within 24 hours.
TRCF, or total recordable case frequency, is the sum of all work related, lost time injuries, restricted work injuries and medical treatment injuries.
Safety Awareness Ship and Shore
OSG strives to minimize work-related risks to its employees' health and safety through a variety of proactive measures.
- Near miss reporting enables OSG to analyze data and potentially intervene, address or reverse a negative trend before it results in injury, damage or loss.
- Open reports provide a mechanism for mariners to anonymously report non-compliance with safety and environmental policies and regulations and make recommendations for improvements.
- Tool box meetings, held at the start of the day and at the job site prior to commencing a task are encouraged to ensure the crew is aware of hazards and risks.
- Safety day promotes safety awareness by dedicating a half day on board each month to share knowledge about safety methods, review near miss reports, incident case studies, new safety policies, safe job procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- OSG's management system enables OSG to provide a consistent level of service to customers. For more information, click here.
- Wherever possible, senior officers receive permament assignments to specific vessels to create continuity and rapport among officers and crew on board as well as instill as sense of pride and ownership.
- OSG's vessel safety performance is recognized annually by the Chamber of Shipping of America at the yearly John F. Devlin Awards
- The health, fitness and mental well-being of seafarers is vital to the success of OSG's business. Nearly all vessels are equipped with gym equipment. Awareness programs and campaigns for both seagoing and shoreside employees provide education and coaching on weight management, smoking cessation and health improvement.
To read more about OSG's approach to safety and health, read pages 8-11 in the 2010 Health, Safety and Environmental Report.
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