Working on a cruise ship can be labor-intensive, especially for utility galley workers. These are the employees that perform tasks as part of a cruise ship’s food service, including the handling and clean up of food, utensils and food equipment. Sometimes this kind of...
When an employee sustains an injury at sea, shipping employers should conduct a thorough investigation to uncover the reasons behind the accident. In most cases, accidents are actually preventable incidents. Safety4Sea breaks down the process one company went through...
You enjoy working on Texas's open waters as a seaman, but you understand your occupation comes with certain risks. When was the last time you refreshed yourself on common injuries you face in your sector, injuries your employer may bear responsibility for preventing?...
Passengers on cruise ships want to see the sights. They want to travel in style. They want many things, but nobody wants an injury. Most cruise line operators have strict safety regulations, and most captains run a tight ship. However, onboard accidents still often...
If you are the victim of a serious cruise ship crime, you may seek justice via every possible avenue. One such avenue involves the assistance of the FBI. Whether the FBI can help you depends on a few different factors. The Federal Bureau of Investigations explains...
When people go on a cruise, they may sometimes worry about falling overboard and wonder how these incidents happen. People may fall overboard for many reasons. According to Conde Nast Traveler, people usually fall overboard because of reckless behavior. Drunk...
For many people, going on a cruise is a major vacation excursion. The idea of sailing on the open ocean and seeing far away places is something that they look forward to doing. Being on a huge boat is also a unique experience. A cruise ship is like a floating...