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The physical labor involved in shipyard work is something that puts many people away from the job. Even if you do not mind that labor, it is reasonable to expect that your workplace is free of any unnecessary dangers. Unfortunately, you may face exactly that in the...
It is likely that most Americans would answer “construction worker” when asked to name a job with a high risk of injury. However, workers on the railroad have one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Working on the rails carries with it a very high risk of...
From recreational ships to cargo barges, maritime workers fill crucial roles on vessels that carry products and people across the ocean. However, working in maritime transportation also comes with a higher risk of injury or illness than many other types of...
If you work overseas for a government contractor or subcontractor, the Defense Base Act covers you in the event you become injured. The U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs, explains that your DBA benefits apply to any injury you sustain,...
The Jones Act may affect how you resolve an employment issue if you work onboard a vessel. The Act provides a range of protections, but it may also disqualify you from certain provisions of federal labor laws such as overtime pay. As reported by Reuters, a 2021 U.S....
If you have a loved one who is working on a vessel and that person dies on the job, you may have protection under the Death on the High Seas Act. This legislation allows you to collect benefits if your situation meets the criteria. Marine Insight explains the idea...
Human error causes many maritime accidents. One possible solution to this problem is autonomous technology. How can autonomous technology reduce maritime accidents and injuries? How autonomous technology can help Human limitations in situational awareness and...
As a Tennessee resident who makes a living working on the water, you face heightened injury risks compared to workers in many other professions. However, depending on circumstances, you may also have recourse if your injury is serious enough to disable you and make...
If you work as a bosun or skilled shipman, you undoubtedly have assisted with hundreds of anchor drops and retractions. Depending on the size of your ship, its anchor chains may weigh thousands of tons. Keeping your hands and other limbs far from the chain helps to...
In 2012, the cruise ship Costa Concordia sank in shallow water off the coast of an Italian island. As a group, cruise ships are incredibly safe vessels, yet the Costa Concordia incident brings up the need for passengers to keep safety in mind and prepare for the...
