Safety in the Shipyard Starts with Communication: 4 Ways to Get it Right

If there is one most important thing in any shipyard, it’s attention to safety. Workers need to trust that their safety will be a top priority while on the job site. Creating a strong safety plan includes special attention to communication. If you want to create a safety process that everyone will understand and adhere […]

Enforcing Policies and Procedures to Your Workforce

Policies and procedures in the workplace are your sets of guidelines to ensure safety and constancy throughout the workflow. Everyone is aware that policies and procedures are essential, but how can you enforce them in a way that encourages everyone to want to participate. Here are a few ways to effectively implement your shipyard’s policies […]

Important Skilled Rigger Qualities 2/5: Verbal & Hand Signal Communication

Rigging is an essential part of the shipping industry. Large materials need to be hoisted into position using very specific equipment. Due to the very nature of the job, communication is essential to prevent injuries, damage, and to ensure that everything is handled as smoothly as possible. But, also due to the nature of the […]