Maritime Industry
Resources and Solutions
Find publications, videos, and other resources to identify, reduce, and eliminate hazards in the maritime sector.
Publications
- Recordkeeping: Recordable Injuries and Illnesses: What Workers Need to Know Fact Sheet
(English: PDF, OSHA 4444) (Español: PDF, OSHA 4445) - Five Ways to Respond in an Emergency
(English: PDF, OSHA 4431) (Español: PDF, OSHA 4432) - Stay Safe at Maritime Facilities
(English: PDF, OSHA 4433) (Español: PDF, OSHA 4434) - 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).
- 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)
- Fall Protection in Shipyard Employment Fact Sheet
(English: PDF ) (Español: PDF ) NEW - Shipyard Employment: Safe Use of Small Boats in Shipyard Employment Fact Sheet (English: PDF) (Español: PDF)
- Preventing Fires on Vessels Brochure (English: PDF) (Español: PDF)
- Maritime - Protecting Workers from Heat Illness in Confined Spaces (PDF) Español (PDF) Portuguese (PDF) Vietnamese (PDF)
- Protecting Workers from Physical Hazards in Confined Spaces (OSHA FS 4198 – 2022) (English: PDF)
- 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).
- Shipyard Industry Standards. OSHA Publication 2268.
- 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).
- Line Handling Safety Fact Sheet (OSHA 4392 - 2023), (OSHA 4393 – 2023) (Español: PDF) NEW
- Marine Terminals: Five Ways to Stay Safe When Working with Rail Cars in Marine Terminals Poster (OSHA 4367 - 2023), (OSHA 4368 - 2023) (Español: PDF)
- Protecting Workers during Lashing Operations (OSHA FS 4182 - 2022)
- Six Ways to Stay Safe When Working in Marine Terminal Mechanic Shops (OSHA FS 4171 - 2022) (English: PDF)
- 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)
- 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
Fatal Facts
E-Tools
Safety and Health Topics Pages
- Asbestos
- Cadmium
- Chemical Hazards and Toxic Substances
- Commercial Diving
- Competent Person
- Confined Spaces
- Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
- Crane, Derrick, and Hoist Safety
- Diesel Exhaust
- Electrical
- Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Ergonomics
- Fall Protection
- Hand and Power Tools
- Hazard Communication
- Heat Illness Prevention
- Isocyanates
- Lead
- Machine Guarding
- Medical and First Aid
- Metalworking Fluids
- Occupational Noise Exposure
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Powered Industrial Trucks
- Respiratory Protection
- Scaffolding
- Shipbuilding and Ship Repair
- Silica, Crystalline
- Solvents
- Spray Operations
- Toxic Metals
- Ventilation
- Walking/Working Surfaces
- Welding, Cutting, and Brazing
OSHA Cooperative Programs
Crane Safety
- Certification Agencies Accredited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration under the Regulations of Title 29, Chapter XVII, Part 1919. OSHA.
- Explanation of OSHA's Cargo Gear Accreditation & Certification Program. OSHA.
- Guidance for OSHA 29 CFR Part 1919 Accredited Agencies - Use of OSHA Official Certification Forms. OSHA.