There are many jobs in many industries that require work on the sea. As of today, there are nearly a million and a half people working as seafarers for various purposes, including fishing, navy, oil rigger, and many others. Though most jobs on the water have their differences, the health of all seafarers is critically […]
Fires and explosions are the third greatest cause of ship and cargo loss. Fires and explosions have caused about 118 ships, as well as billions of dollars worth of cargo, to be lost and destroyed at sea. Employees are most often the cause of the fires and not equipment failure, as some may believe. Not […]
Maritime Personal Survival The maritime industry can be very dangerous, and you need to know the personal survival techniques in the event of ship abandonment. On average, there are around 100 deaths and 1,100 injuries of crewmembers each year. There are several guidelines and standards that OSHA has for maritime and personal survival. Check out […]
Even if the weather is nice and warm, the water can be cold enough to be dangerous. In fact, any water under 77 degrees should be considered cold water. Cold water carries the body’s heat away 25 times faster than air of the same temperature. When maritime work brings you to the open waters, it […]
Only a century ago, the idea of worker safety was still a new one. Following the industrial revolution, a new, large-scale approach to work became the new normal. However, little was done to keep employees safe in these new working conditions. Injuries and fatalities at worksites became common. This is no longer the case. As […]
Updates are coming to Canada’s job classification system. These changes could help skilled workers with little schooling find better jobs. There are exciting changes coming to Canada’s job market. The Canadian government has made several important changes to the NOC (National Occupation Classification) which could take effect by next year. The NOC plays an important […]