Which international convention specifically focuses on preventing accidents and ensuring the safety of people onboard ships?

The international convention specifically focusing on preventing accidents and ensuring the safety of people onboard ships is the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, universally known by its acronym, SOLAS. This convention is an international treaty, meaning it is a formal agreement signed and ratified by countries, binding them to its provisions. Its genesis lies in major maritime disasters, most notably the sinking of the RMS Titanic in 1912, which highlighted the urgent need for internationally agreed-upon safety standards to protect human life at sea. SOLAS is considered one of the most important international treaties concerning the safety of merchant ships.