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Vessel Operators Safety Program
The operation of a vessel and employment of Masters and Members of a crew create significant liability exposures under the Federal Jones Act.
Unlike other forms of workers’ compensation coverage, Masters and Members of a crew, if injured, can sue the employer in tort (a civil wrong) under the Jones Act for failure of the vessel owner/operator to provide a seaworthy vessel, a trained and competent crew and other doctrines of negligence.
To reduce the cost of risk a safety educated Captain and Crew is essential.
This written program provides:
- Safety Program Responsibilities.
- Implementation Guide.
- New Worker Orientation.
- Crew Safety Meetings.
- Vessel Hazard Inspection Checklist.
- Hazard Communication Program.
- Screening and Hiring Program.
- Drug Free Workplace Program.
- First Aid Reference.
- Spill Response Program.
- Accident Reporting and Investigation.
- Awareness Posters.
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