The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act provides compensation for any lost payments and health care services provided to maritime workers who are injured on the job. Their injuries must occur at work and in U.S. waters where vessels are being operated. The...
With more people on the water in recreational boating, safety becomes an issue. Residents of New York City and other nearby areas of New York may want to learn more about the reasons for maritime accidents. In 2019, the Coast Guard (USCG) reported 4,168 accidents that...
A lack of communication is not a common excuse for a fatal car crash, but this problem is common for ships that collide with other vessels or objects on the water. The reason why they crash is because the ships send warnings that are frequently ignored. The NTSB has...
Residents and businesses of New York City and other nearby areas of New York may want to learn more about why it is important to focus on safety when it comes to loading docks. According to EHS Today, every loading dock should have a vehicle restraint. In the year...
Marine workers in New York are working in one of the most dangerous industries. Ships have many hazards, and when work-related accidents occur out at sea, it can be more difficult for injured workers to get medical attention. Here are four of the most common accidents...
Maritime workers in New York who are at sea most of their working time understand that the vessel is actually their home as well as their work environment. The boat is clearly much more than a mere work location for most. Vessels are also areas of constant activity,...
Dying on a cruise ship doesn't happen often but only to a small percentage of the millions of annual passengers on these ships. In fact, most cruise passengers are two or three more likely to be killed in motor vehicle accidents in New York. Even so, cruise ship...
Residents of New York City and seaport cities across the country may have an interest in learning more about what is being done, and what management and workers can do, to improve safety on oil rigs. With companies emphasizing safety, the number of injuries has...
Residents of New York who work on ships or shipyards can suffer injuries if an accident happens. While there are often safety measures in place, maritime accidents can still occur. These are some of the most common of those mishaps. Grounded ships One of the most...
A new worker might be apprehensive about staying safe because ships have pipes and wires going in all directions. The Jones Act protects crew while working on complex networks and machines. Proper procedures minimize electrical shock, whether docking at a New York,...