The results are analyzed and provided with feasible solutions and suggestions according to risk problem. To decrease cargo vessel accidents at the coasts and open seas of Turkey, some improvements can be achieved including the human reliability, fire-fighting, life-saving equipment, strength and stability and information availability. Human error is one of the most common types. Therefore, it is of great importance to reduce the human errors that will affect the safety and reliability of the vessel. Some factors can contribute to human errors mainly such as exposure to dangerous situations or stress due to making incorrect decisions. These contributions can cause the major human errors as follows (Mentes et al., 2015):
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Misjudge effects (wave, wind, current, speed),
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Improper communication,
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Crew inattention,
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Failure to ascertain position,
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Watch keeper incapacitated on bridge,
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Failure to utilize available navigation equipment.