Maritime workers should be aware of the different dangers they could potentially face in their work environments. The types of dangers can and do vary, based on the maritime industry, while others can be common to all maritime jobs.

Five of the most dangerous conditions workers could face include:

• Transportation Accidents
• Falls from Elevated Surfaces/Heights
• Falling Objects
• Fires and Explosions
• Respiratory Disorders

It is not uncommon for serious injuries and fatalities to occur when one of these accidents takes place. In order to reduce the risks of potential injuries and death, maritime workers need to ensure they are familiar with safety protocols, maintenance schedules, proper personal protection and safety equipment, and other such things they can do to maintain safe working conditions.

To learn more about how these five dangers pose risks to maritime workers, we encourage you to continue reading and reviewing the following infographic.

If a loved one or you were injured or died from these or any other maritime workplace accidents, please feel free to contact the maritime lawyers at Maintenance and Cure, part of Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P., for a FREE consultation and experienced legal representation today!