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Publications

Maritime Industry

Person in Water -- Prevention, Recovery and Survival in the Maritime Industry. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3651), (2013).
Hazard Communication: Hazard Communication in the Maritime Industry. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3694), (November 2013).
Oil Spill Response: Training Marine Oil Spill Response Workers under OSHA's Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard. OSHA Publication 3172, (2001).
Fire Hazard of Polyurethane and Other Organic Foam Insulation Aboard Ships and in Construction. OSHA Hazard Information Bulletin, (May 10, 1989).
Employees' Exposure to the Hazard of Being Struck or Run Over By the Wheels of Travel Lifts. OSHA Hazard Information Bulletin, (March 5, 1986).

Commercial Fishing Industry

Confined Space Safety on Commercial Fishing Vessels. OSHA Fact Sheet, (June 2011).
Fall Protection Safety for Commercial Fishing. OSHA Fact Sheet, (June 2011).
Shipboard Pedestal Crane Safety (OSHA Publication 3913)
Safe Housekeeping and Sanitation Practices (OSHA Publication 3871)

Shipyard Employment Industry

Protecting Workers from Physical Hazards in Confined Spaces (OSHA FS 4198 – 2022) (English: PDF) NEW
Evaluation and Control of Hazards from Preservative Coatings during Hot Work on Vessels (OSHA FS 4169 - 2022) (English: PDF)
Understanding Your Role as a Shipyard Competent Person (OSHA 4138 - 2021) (Spanish)
Shipyard Employment: Walking-Working Surfaces and Personal Fall Protection Systems Standard Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). (2019).
Shipyard Employment: Personal Protective Equipment Fact Sheet. (OSHA Publication 3951).
Shipyard Employment: Safe Use of Portable and Hand-Held Power Tools Fact Sheet. (OSHA Publication 3950).
Evaluation of Fire and Rescue Services. (OSHA Publication 3925).
Evaluating Shipyard Competent Person Programs. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3923), (2017).
Hazards Associated with Spray Painting in Shipyard Employment. (OSHA Publication 3897).
Shipyard Employment Hazards during the Repair and Maintenance of Refrigeration Systems on Vessels. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3836), (2015).
Revised Shipyard Industry Standards. OSHA Publication 2268, (2014).
Safe Lighting Practices in the Shipyard Industry. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3677), (November 2013).
Ventilation in Shipyard Employment. OSHA Publication 3639, (2013).
Shipbreaking. OSHA Fact Sheet, (2001). (Spanish).
Guidelines for Safely Entering and Cleaning Vessel Sewage Tanks. OSHA Fact Sheet, (March 2013).
Hot Work Safety on Hollow or Enclosed Structures. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3585), (2013).
Safely Performing Hot Work on Hollow or Enclosed Structures in Shipyards. OSHA Fact Sheet, (March 2013).
Safety While Working Alone in Shipyards. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3591), (March 2013).
Fire Watch Safety during Hot Work in Shipyards. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3494), (2012).
Eye Protection against Radiant Energy during Welding and Cutting in Shipyard Employment. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3499), (2012). (Spanish).
Hanging Staging (Marine). OSHA eTool.
General Working Conditions in Shipyard Employment - Final Rule.
General Working Conditions in Shipyard Employment - Medical Services and First Aid.
General Working Conditions in Shipyard Employment - Sanitation.
Aerial Lift Fall Protection Over Water. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3452), (2011). (Spanish).
Safe Work Practices for Shipbreaking. OSHA Guidance Document (Publication 3375), (2010).
Deck Barge Safety. OSHA Publication 3358, (January 2009).
Spud Barge Safety. OSHA Fact Sheet, (January 2009).
Ergonomics for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders: Guidelines for Shipyards. OSHA Publication 3341, (March 2008).
Abrasive Blasting Hazards in Shipyard Employment. OSHA Guidance Document, (December 2006).
Shipyard Fire Protection Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). OSHA, (March 2006).
Fire Protection in Shipyard Employment. OSHA Slide Presentation.
Safe Work Practices For Marine Hanging Staging. OSHA Guidance Document, (April 2005).

Longshoring and Marine Terminals Industries

Protecting Workers during Lashing Operations (OSHA FS 4182 - 2022) NEW
Six Ways to Stay Safe When Working in Marine Terminal Mechanic Shops (OSHA FS 4171 - 2022) (English: PDF) NEW
Five Ways to Stay Safe When Working on Refrigerated Containers “Reefers” in Marine Terminals Poster (OSHA 4163 - 2021)
Six Ways to Stay Safe When Working on Cranes in Marine Terminals Poster (OSHA 4164 - 2021)
Five Ways to Stay Safe When Working on Chassis in Marine Terminals Poster (OSHA 4165 - 2021)
Safe Baggage Handling at Cruise Ship Terminals. (OSHA Publication 3924).
Preventing Semi-Tractor Driver Injuries during Container Lifting Operations. (OSHA Publication 3858).
Traffic Safety in Marine Terminals. OSHA Publication 3337, (2014).
Safely Performing Hot Work on Hollow or Enclosed Structures in Marine Terminals. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3732), (May 2014).
Work Safety Zones for On-Dock Container Rail Operations in Marine Terminals. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3711), (May 2014).
Servicing Multi-Piece and Single-Piece Rim Wheels in Marine Terminals. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3654), (May 2014).
Longshoring and Marine Terminals: Safe Plugging and Unplugging Reefer Units. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3652), (2013).
Working Safely While Repairing Intermodal Containers in Marine Terminals. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3626), (April 2013).
Top/Side Handler Safety in Marine Terminals. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3621), (2013).
Safe Operation of Semi-tractors in Marine Terminals. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3653), (2013).
Safely Operating and Working Around Cargo Handling Equipment in Marine Terminals. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3640), (2013).
Servicing Multi-Piece and Single-Piece Rim Wheels. OSHA QuickCard™. (Publication 3584), (2013).
Freeing Inoperable Semi-Automatic Twist Locks (SATLs) in Longshoring. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3583), (2012).
Mechanics Working in "the Yard" on Powered Equipment during Marine Terminal Operations. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3562), (2012).
Mechanics Working in "the Yard" during Marine Terminal Operations. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3561), (2012). (Spanish)
Longshoring Industry. OSHA Publication 2232, (2001).
Working Safely on the Apron or Highline during Marine Terminal Operations. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3539), (2012).
Traffic Lanes and Personnel Safety Zones. OSHA Fact Sheet (Publication 3540), (May 2012).
Roll-on Roll-Off (Ro-Ro) Ship and Dock Safety. OSHA Publication 3396, (2010).
Gangway Safety in Marine Cargo Handling. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3369), (2009).
First Aid in Marine Cargo Handling. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3368), (2009).
Lifesaving Facilities in Marine Cargo Handling. OSHA QuickCard™ (Publication 3367), (2009).
OSHA Guidance Update on Protecting Employees from Avian Flu (Avian Influenza) Viruses. OSHA Publication 3323, (2006).
Radio Communication Can Assist Container Gantry Crane Operators in Marine Terminals. OSHA Fact Sheet, (June 2007).
Marine Terminal Fall Protection for Personnel Platforms. OSHA Fact Sheet, (June 2006).

Safety and Health Injury Prevention Sheets (SHIPS)

Maritime-Related SHIPS

Housekeeping Safety. (July 2016).
Surface Preparation and Preservation. (March 2016).
Control of Hazardous Energy Lockout/Tags-Plus. (April 2014).
Shipboard Electrical. (December 2013).
Rigging. (April 2011).
Shipfitting. (August 2008).
Hotwork - Welding, Cutting and Brazing

Videos


Maritime-Related Videos: OSHA Examining Fatal Shipyard Accidents Videos

E-Tools


Shipyard Employment E-Tool: Shipyard Employment eTool

Safety and Health Topics Pages

OSHA Cooperative Programs


Partnerships: Partnerships
Voluntary Protection Programs: Voluntary Protection Programs

Crane Safety

Maritime Crane Accreditation and Certification Program