It takes hundreds of different professionals to effectively operate a cruise ship. From chefs and maintenance professionals to security workers, there are dozens of different types of workers employed on cruise ships. Cruise ship employees enjoy travel to exciting destinations and sometimes competitive wages, depending on what services they provide. Unfortunately, they also have to deal with some degree of risk because of their work. Cruise ship employees who get hurt on the job usually do not qualify for workers' compensation benefits. Instead, they must pursue a more complex claim based on f ..read more

Maritime work is demanding and can often take a toll on mental health. The nature of the job involves long hours, physical labor and exposure to various hazards. All of this can contribute to stress, anxiety and other mental health challenges. In such a high-pressure environment, it's crucial for maritime workers to have access to mental health resources and support. One effective way to provide this support is through Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training. Recognizing signs of mental health issues MHFA training can equip maritime workers with the knowledge to identify signs of mental health ..read more

A cruise is the ultimate vacation for many adults. Many cruises offer all-inclusive packages that can be quite cost-effective while simultaneously taking the pressure of planning for daily needs off of vacationers. Instead of needing to investigate restaurants and make reservations at popular locations, cruise passengers can show up to any of the restaurants onboard and enjoy food and drinks to their hearts' content in many cases. They don't have to arrange for transportation, as the ship provides that. They can simply sit back and enjoy traveling to a variety of different beautiful destinatio ..read more

Blue-water mariners are employees who go out on the open ocean as part of their regular job responsibilities. They may work on container ships, oil transportation vessels or even cruise ships. They may face a host of different hazards on the job, from injuries caused by heavy machinery to near-drowning incidents. When a blue-water mariner gets hurt on the job, they do not have the standard protection of workers' compensation coverage. Instead, they may have to file a lawsuit based on the Jones Act. The Jones Act allows an injured mariner to request “cure and maintenance” from an employer for i ..read more

Container ships are large and therefore relatively efficient. They can transport huge amounts of cargo for a variety of clients simultaneously. They also provide a stable source of income for the maritime workers tasked with operating the vessel or providing security services. However, as with any job, working on a container ship comes with some degree of personal risk. Employees can end up hurt and in need of compensation. Often, they will need to go to court because standard workers' compensation coverage will not apply in an offshore environment or when a ship is docked at a harbor. There a ..read more

If someone had to create a list of what they thought were the biggest safety concerns for offshore workers, they would very likely not include the most prevalent risk. People might think of oil and gas workers and may then rush to the conclusion that explosions for fires are the biggest safety concern. On the other hand, if they think of professional fishermen and others who work on vessels, they might think of drowning incidents, usually preceded by someone falling overboard, as the biggest safety risk. Obviously, explosions, fires, drownings and similar incidents are reasons for concern amon ..read more

Making a living in New Jersey shouldn't have to cost you your health. Yet, many container ship workers face daily dangerous conditions that put them at risk for serious injury, illnesses or even death. Fortunately, almost all container ship fatalities are preventable with the proper safety measures. Use the correct loading equipment If there is any cargo that you need to load onto a container ship, you must use the correct loading and unloading equipment. This can include cranes, forklifts, stackers and other tools depending on the situation. If your workplace has a single-shot container loade ..read more

New York maritime workers face unique risks in their occupation. Whether they are aboard ships, fishing vessels, or involved in port operations, their safety and well-being are paramount. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays a crucial role in helping them to avoid potential hazards, both on and off the water. Safety in diverse environments Maritime workers often encounter a wide range of environments, including rough seas, extreme weather conditions and hazardous cargo handling. PPE is tailored to safeguard them from specific dangers they might encounter, such as life jackets for flotatio ..read more

When maritime workers in New York are injured in on-the-job accidents or develop illnesses after being exposed to toxic substances in the workplace, they can file workers’ compensation claims because they are covered by the federal Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. However, U.S. Supreme Court rulings have created situations where it is unclear whether state or federal workers’ compensation law applies in maritime worker injury and illness cases. Experts call these areas “twilight zones.” On June 12, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit cleared up this ambiguity when it ..read more

When covered New York employees are injured in on-the-job accidents, they usually receive benefits under the state’s workers’ compensation program. However, workers in some specialized fields are protected by federal rather than state laws. For many maritime workers, that federal law is the 1927 Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. The LHWCA is administered by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Division of Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation, and it provides medical benefits, lost wages compensation and vocational rehabilitation to maritime workers not covered by the Jones Act. L ..read more