When it comes to keeping your crew safe out on the deep blue sea, having life preservers, emergency rafts, and other floatation devices readily available is a no brainer. You’re prepared for the worst, and that’s a great start—but your ship safety precautions shouldn’t stop there. Ensuring a safe work environment is critical, both on land and sea. Do you have the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) on hand to keep your workers safe through the day-to-day rigors of working aboard the ship? We’ve put together a quick checklist to help you find out.
Non-Slip, Steel-Toed Boots – Wet, metal walkways—as often found on ship decks—are the perfect recipe for slips, trips, and falls. To ensure maximum safety on deck, it’s crucial for all workers to be equipped with boots designed to enhance traction on slippery surfaces.
Ear Plugs or Muffs – Ship engines can produce upwards of 110-120 db of sound—about as loud as a jet plane taking off—which makes engine rooms and other mechanical areas dangerously loud for human ears. Ear plugs or ear muffs should always be on hand to protect workers’ ears from the noise of the ship.
Glasses, Gloves, and Hard Hats – For work that requires any sort of manual labor, it’s important to make sure all workers are wearing safety glasses, protective gloves, and well-fitting hard hats. They’re classic PPE items, but they’re common practice for a reason—to keep workers safe.
Role-Specific Gear – Depending on the size and the type of ship, there might be specialized workers on board, such as welders, window washers, waste management staff, chefs, and a wide range of other roles. Each of these workers should be equipped with proper safety gear (i.e. welding shields, harnesses, chemical-resistant suits, cut-protection gloves, etc.) to protect them from the hazards they might face within their role.
Whether you’re looking to ramp up your on-board safety efforts, or are just looking to restock your arsenal of safety equipment, US Standard Products has what you’re looking for. Call us toll-free today at 844-877-1700 to learn more.
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