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A Brief Analysis of Operation Safety Management and Risk Prevention and Control Strategies for Ship Locks

Author(s)

Peng Wu*, Zhenxiong Wu

Affiliation(s)

Three Gorges Navigation Authority, Yichang, Hubei, China *Corresponding Author

Abstract

This paper studies and analyzes the operational characteristics of ship locks and the necessity of safety management, and identifies the main risk factors, including equipment failures, human errors, environmental factors and management defects. In response to these risks, this paper puts forward such prevention and control measures as improving management systems, strengthening equipment maintenance, enhancing staff competence and optimizing emergency plans. The paper also explores the application of intelligent technologies in ship lock safety management, including intelligent monitoring systems, big data analysis and artificial intelligence technologies. The research shows that the implementation of systematic risk prevention and control strategies and the application of advanced technologies can significantly enhance the safety and efficiency of ship lock operation. This not only provides strong support for the high-quality development of inland waterway transportation, but also helps unblock the "arteries" of inland waterway transportation and serve the coordinated development of regional economy and society.

Keywords

Ship Lock Operation; Safety Risk; Risk Management; Prevention and Control Strategy

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