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The Complete Guide to Longshore Coverage for Shipyards
Running a shipyard means managing a workforce that faces real hazards every day. Welding sparks, heavy rigging, confined spaces, and overhead loads are part of the routine. Federal law requires you...
Heat Stress: Why “I’m Fine” Could Be a Warning Sign
When working in the heat, sometimes “I’m fine” means “I’m not.”
Uninsured Employers Under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act
There are employers who need coverage under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) (33 U.S.C. sections 901 et seq.) but don’t have it. These employers have employees who met the...
The Jones Act Waiver: What Maritime Employers Should Know
A March 17, 2026, Jones Act waiver has stirred conversation across the U.S. maritime industry, and with it, some understandable confusion.
Spring Cleaning for Maritime Operations: Housekeeping Practices That Support Safety
Spring cleaning is a familiar tradition this time of year. At home, it usually means clearing out clutter, organizing neglected spaces, and finally dealing with the things that have been building up...
The Longshore Act: Familiar Terms, Different Meanings
Maritime employers, brokers, and claims professionals often find that Longshore terminology sounds familiar until a claim puts those words to the test. Terms such as situs, status, injury,...
The History of Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Coverage
March 4, 1927: Waterfront Workers’ Comp Begins March 4, 1927 is the enactment date of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, commonly called USL&H. The date marks the moment the...
Learning Strategy: Demonstrating Return on Investment | SOS Podcast
In a world where every dollar spent is scrutinized, learning and development can no longer be seen as a low-value expenditure. In this episode, host Joe White shares why demonstrating a clear return...
The Coverage Divide: Jones Act vs Longshore Act
A recurring issue for maritime employers continues to be the uncertain boundary separating the Jones Act and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. In this Longshore Insider blog,...
Longshore Insider Podcast | Promoting Safety with Incentive Programs
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Director of Loss Control Jason Lake joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how incentive programs can be developed, promoted, and implemented to...
Longshore Insider Podcast | Injury Analytics for Safety
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Bobby Anderson joins host Mike Jernigan to explain how injury analytics moves beyond basic incident reports to uncover...
Part Two: Review of Insurance Compliance Provisions Under the Longshore Act
In Part One, we reviewed the provisions in the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA, the Act, or the Longshore Act) that deal with the maritime employer’s obligation to insure...
Longshore Insider Podcast | Earning Trust and Credibility
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Brad Whitney joins host Mike Jernigan to explore how supervisors and safety professionals can earn trust, strengthen their...
Understanding Subrogation Under the Longshore Act: How Employers Can Reduce Claim Costs
What Is Subrogation in Workers’ Compensation In workers’ compensation, subrogation is a legal doctrine that allows an insurer to recover certain claim costs from a third party responsible for an...
Supervisor Development: Implementing Strategic Plans | SOS Podcast
Creating a learning and development strategy for supervision is essential for organizations that want to improve operational performance outcomes. In this third episode of a four-part series on...
Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Effective Safety Programs
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager John Bloess talks with Mike Jernigan to discuss what it takes to identify and develop an effective safety program.
Noise Is Expensive: How a Simple Program Can Prevent Costly Hearing Loss Claims
Why Maritime Employers Should Prioritize Hearing Conservation Noise exposure is one of the most persistent hazards in maritime environments. From shipyards to docks, the roar of machinery and heavy...
Part One: Review of Insurance Compliance Provisions Under the Longshore Act
We’ve discussed several times the provisions outlining what constitutes exposure under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). We’ve also periodically reviewed the important...
Longshore Insider Podcast | Developing Safety Supervisors
In this episode of the Longshore Insider Podcast, AEU Loss Control Manager Leo Alaniz sits down with Mike Jernigan to discuss strategies to develop safety leaders through clear training, disciplined...