While every job can have its challenges, work in the maritime industry can be especially demanding. Whether it is engineering, operating machinery or working close to choppy waters, the varying tasks -- as well as uncertain weather conditions -- make this line of work...
A cruise is supposed to provide relaxation and an escape from the pressures of the everyday world. It is a break from the routine. Perhaps it is a reward to yourself after years of hard world. Maybe it is an annual vacation that you splurge on with your tax returns.No...
California residents who work on towing vessels may be encouraged by the declining fatality rate of crew members. It is still important for them to be aware of the hazards of falling overboard, however, and to understand what they should do if this happens.Falling...
Fishing boats use deck winches for winding ropes that control the fishing equipment used by fisherman. These winches, however, are dangerous and deadly. Those who have worked on fishing boats may have witnessed the horrible dangers presented by these vital pieces of...
When you book a cruise in California or anywhere along the West Coast, you are probably anticipating nothing but sunshine, relaxation, exploration and great food. One of the last things you would expect to encounter is unruly guests ruining the trip for everyone else...
Your son got married last month. He and his new bride decided to take a cruise to Alaska for their honeymoon. It was their dream vacation. But when the ship hit some unforeseen turbulence, it toppled onto some protruding rocks. Your son did not make it out alive.In...
You've spent the last decade working in the maritime industry, and you avoided major injuries for years. It's a sometimes chaotic, dangerous profession, so you know how lucky you were.Now, though, that injury bug has finally struck. You can't work, the medical bills...
There is always the possibility of suffering an injury whenever a person spends time on a seafaring vessel of any kind. This is simply the nature of being out on the water, which can change from calm to rough and choppy very quickly. One of the most common and poorly...
A ship deck is an unsafe place to work, but many people still need to do this work to earn a living and provide necessities to fellow countrymen. The injuries that can occur might mean that the worker has to take time off of work and get medical care. The safety of...
A seafaring vessel has many different hazards that can have a negative impact on the men and women who work on them. It is crucial for anyone who is on a ship, boat or barge, regardless of the type, to understand the hazards and how to fight back against them.When...
