The international shipping industry is the lifeblood of the global economy, responsible for moving 90% of the world’s trade. If the maritime industry stands still, the global economy comes to a screeching halt.

Before you head for the open seas, what maritime safety information does your crew need to have on hand?

There are no two ways around it: shipyard workers have difficult jobs. And yet, the U.S. economy depends on them to stay strong, transporting goods all over the world in an efficient manner.

The hazards of the maritime industry are as diverse as the ships and cargo that pass through your shipyard on a daily basis. Workers face everything from slip and fall hazards to fire hazards to confined spaces.

Any individual organization or industry can have a dozen regulators governing best practices in safety. The maritime industry is no different.

Maritime security is a major buzzword in international relations. It’s also a critical factor in occupational safety for the maritime industry.

In your shipyard, work never stops and your EHS team never stands still. Neither do your employees – and that’s part of the problem.

Have you ever wondered what allows the U.S. maritime industry to operate efficiently? What allows us to use our waterways and navigate the seas, protecting our most important resources while still engaging in business that supports the whole economy?

The maritime industry faces unique environmental, health, and safety challenges which employees are asked to deal with every day.

Shipping is one of the world’s biggest industries – and one of the most dangerous. Whether you’re dealing with a slippery deck or a confined space, there are marine safety hazards everywhere you turn.