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The Nicos J. Vardinoyannis
Seafarers' Handbook

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Dedication
Welcome

Part One, The Seafarer

Seafarers’ Rights
Services Available from the Port Chaplain
Religion On Board Ship
Smuggling, Piracy and Stowaways
First Aid

Part Two, Ports

Ports of the World

Part Three, The Sea and Regulations

The Sea Environment
What is Pollution?
Weather
Navigation
Overview of International Regulations

Part Four, The Ship

Ship Talk
General Ship Safety
Ship Systems
Fire Safety
Hazardous Cargo

Appendices

Measurement Conversions
Sea Distances
Clothing-Size Equivalents
Languages
World Time Zones
Flags and Ensigns