OSHA Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations Maritime - FY-2007

Number of Serious Violations – FY Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations in Shipyard Employment FY 2007 Guarding edges of decks, platforms, flats, & similar flat surfaces over 5 feet Housekeeping Personal fall arrest systems – Inspection prior to use Protection for employees working at elevations over 5 feet Protection for employees working near unguarded edges of decks of vessels afloat Scaffolding, staging, runways & working platforms - Railings Grinders – Work rests Guards or covers for flush manholes/small openings Written fire safety plan Provision & use of ppe Portable electric tools – Worn cables Ramp access to barges/towboats Defective ladders Guarding of open hatches

Number of Serious Violations – FY Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations in Marine Terminals FY 2007 Oxygen & fuel gas cylinders separated Curbs or barriers at waterside edges of aprons/bulkheads Standard: Specialized terminals – High visibility vests Use of protective footwear Abrasive wheel guards Powered industrial trucks – Safe working order Compressed gas cylinders secured upright

Number of Serious Violations – FY Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations in Longshoring FY 2007 Provision and use of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) Standard: Fall protection – Edge of hatch section or of stowed cargo Clearance beneath lifting gear