After the Costa Concordia disaster, the cruise industry has begun working on a major overhaul of safety procedures and policies.
Two of the major cruise associations, Cruise Lines International Association and the European Cruise Council, announced at least 3 new safety policies for the industry related to heavy object storage, bridge operating procedures and life jacket storage.
One of the new policies specifies that life jackets must be provided in equal or greater numbers to international regulations. They must be stowed at the important lifeboat embarkation areas on each cruise ship and near muster stations.
Additionally, cruise ships must have strict procedures in place for securing heavy object in bad weather conditions, and crewmembers must inspect the ship to ensure heavy objects — including TVs, pianos, other furniture, etc. — are properly secured.
When safety regulations aren’t adhered to, both passengers and crewmembers alike are in danger. Lack of personal protection equipment, slippery floors, fire hazards and other safety hazards pose a serious injury risk for everyone on board the vessel.
At Schechter, Shaffer and Harris, cruise ship injury lawyers are available to help passengers and crew who have been injured in maritime accidents.
After the Costa Concordia disaster, the cruise industry has begun working on a major overhaul of safety procedures and policies.
Two of the major cruise associations, Cruise Lines International Association and the European Cruise Council, announced at least 3 new safety policies for the industry related to heavy object storage, bridge operating procedures and life jacket storage.
One of the new policies specifies that life jackets must be provided in equal or greater numbers to international regulations. They must be stowed at the important lifeboat embarkation areas on each cruise ship and near muster stations.
Additionally, cruise ships must have strict procedures in place for securing heavy object in bad weather conditions, and crewmembers must inspect the ship to ensure heavy objects — including TVs, pianos, other furniture, etc. — are properly secured.
When safety regulations aren’t adhered to, both passengers and crewmembers alike are in danger. Lack of personal protection equipment, slippery floors, fire hazards and other safety hazards pose a serious injury risk for everyone on board the vessel.
At Schechter, Shaffer and Harris, cruise ship injury lawyers are available to help passengers and crew who have been injured in maritime accidents.
