A shipyard can be an excellent place to build a trade career without a university degree. Shipyards build and repair commercial vessels and Navy ships. Jobs range from welding hulls and repairing engines to installing electrical systems, moving equipment, and...
A pipefitter replacing a valve and a longshore worker unloading cargo might spend the day aboard the same vessel. Their assignments can fall under different OSHA standards. That distinction matters when someone needs to decide which precautions, equipment, or training...
You’ve got your tools ready, a start date, and an OSHA Construction card in your wallet. Then the shipyard asks for OSHA Maritime training. You’ve already completed 30 hours of safety instruction. Why would you need another course? Because the industry on the card...
Working at a shipyard or marine terminal involves hazards different from those at a typical construction site. Workers may spend part of a shift welding inside a military vessel as civilian contractors, handling cargo beside moving equipment, climbing scaffolding, or...
The Naval Safety Command reports a 10-year high in Class A afloat mishaps in FY 2024, highlighting escalating safety concerns within the maritime industry. Electrical hazards are a significant contributor, particularly on military vessels. Illustra Pro delivers...
Rigging is a paramount aspect of shipyard and material handling operation used to build and repair equipment, components, or sections. Individuals working as riggers use a variety of machines and tools such as cranes, hoists, lifting slings, tie-down gear, and other...
Specializing in Occupational Safety for the Maritime industry, Illustra Pro provides premium quality, OSHA-authorized training and compliance certifications.
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