You might not know it, but recreational boating is more dangerous than driving. That’s not to say you shouldn’t enjoy the open waters, but it does mean you should boat safely. Just as you need to drive safely when you get behind the wheel. Every year, the U.S. Coast...
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When do ship masters need to report illnesses?
Because commercial vessels sail between numerous ports, they can serve as vectors of disease. A single vessel could bring disease from foreign ports to domestic shores, and lawmakers have long recognized this threat. That’s why there are laws for reporting...
Why are container ships so dangerous?
Container ships transport roughly 90% of the world’s goods. Thousands of them sail the seas every day. They provide work for hundreds of thousands of sailors and crew. And they claim the lives of thousands.According to some estimates, roughly 2,000 seafarers die...
Fishing ranks as the nation’s second deadliest industry
Commercial fishing has long ranked among the nation’s most dangerous industries, and that still holds true today.A CNBC survey of the ten deadliest careers, released at the end of 2019, once again found commercial fishing ranked right near the top. This time, it...
Common shipboard injuries and how to recover from them
Commercial shipping is among the world’s most dangerous industries. Even though humans have sailed for thousands of years, we have not yet tamed the sea, nor rid our ships of all possible hazards.That means you want to stay mindful of the dangers that surround...
6 mistakes to avoid after you are injured at sea
When you work in a maritime industry, you are surrounded by workplace hazards. As a result, you likely received safety training to help you avoid workplace accidents. But accidents can happen despite our best intentions. This makes it a good idea to also learn how to...
How should crew deal with outbreaks at sea?
Though it originated in China, the coronavirus outbreak has now become a global problem. Quarantines in China, Singapore, South Korea, Russia, Australia and elsewhere have dramatically impacted the shipping industry. Ports have refused to let tanker crews transfer off...
Ergonomic injury risks for commercial fishermen
As a California resident who makes your living working on a commercial fishing vessel, you probably understand all too well just how dangerous your job is. While spending the day on unpredictable coastal waters presents numerous dangers, many of the injuries faced by...
Maritime workers can seek special benefits after injury
As a seaman, you may be entitled to maintenance, cure if you are hurt on the job. People who work at sea or within the maritime industry and suffer injuries on the job have additional benefits. These include the entitlement to pay for medical treatment. You also have...
Are you at risk of falling on your ship?
Employees are frequently injured by falls at their workplaces in California and elsewhere. When it comes to falls on the job, people might consider those that occur at industries based on land, such as the construction industry, the nursing field and even office jobs....
