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報道発表資料：「知床遊覧船事故対策検討委員会」の設置について<br>～小型船舶での旅客輸送における安全対策を総合的に検討します～ - 国土交通省

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This page announces the establishment of the "Shiretoko Sightseeing Boat Accident Countermeasures Committee" by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism following the April 23, 2022 sightseeing boat accident in Shiretoko, Hokkaido. The committee, composed of experts in maritime law, marine engineering, and crew training, will comprehensively examine safety measures for passenger transport using small vessels. Key discussion areas include strengthening safety checks at business entry, ensuring effectiveness of safety management regulations, auditing and administrative sanctions, improving crew skills, enhancing vessel inspections, and strengthening equipment requirements. The first committee meeting is scheduled for the week of May 9, with an interim summary expected in summer.