While OSHA has set forth a comprehensive set of standards regarding fall protection, it remains one of the foremost ongoing concerns for the agency. All maritime facilities must have a clear approach...

The rate of change organizations face has grown over the past decade. Most subject matter experts agree this trend will only increase with time. In this episode, podcast host Joe White highlights the...

Section 13(a) (33 U.S.C. 913(a)) of the Longshore Act states: “Time to file. Except as otherwise provided in this section, the right to compensation for disability or death under this Act shall be...

The statistics are staggering. Slips, trips, and falls (STFs) are the second most common form of injuries across all types of industries. These injuries account for workers missing an average of 38...

More than ever, increasing importance is placed on an employee's soft skills. Soft skills or personal attributes enable a supervisor to interact well with other employees and customers. Technical...

Most supervisors find themselves in a race with the clock every day. A universal norm is that there’s seemingly never enough time to get everything done. Developing skills and employing best...

It is important to embrace the reality of getting older and the need to take better care of ourselves. Aging gracefully involves having a positive mindset, accepting the lifestyle changes we must...

Workplace shoulder and back injuries are a significant cost for maritime employers. Muscle-related strain injuries are a leading cause of injuries for the maritime industry and generally account for...

On January 11, 2012, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in the case of Pacific Operators Offshore LLP v. Valladolid, which I discussed here on January 19, 2012. In Valladolid the issue was...

Are you curious about what an "ownership mindset" is? An ownership mindset in the workplace is one where employees feel a personal stake in the company's performance. Employees who are allowed the...

Safety management systems have evolved with time and great advancements have been made in injury prevention efforts. That said, employees still take short cuts and routinely engage in at-risk...

This is Part 4 of the Longshore Insider blog series examining the circumstances surrounding unique cases decided during 2022.

By designing work based on “internal productivity” (i.e., not overburdening or fatiguing the employee, allowing them to produce more output with less effort), waterfront employers can optimize the...

In the world of workers' compensation, reporting injuries in a timely manner is important. Section 30(a) of the Longshore Act lays out a deadline for reporting injuries or deaths. Failure to report...

In today's world, only one thing is constant: Change. In the past, leaders have often focused on managing change. But maybe that isn't the best approach. Perhaps we could focus on changing our...

Rethinking Ergonomics: More Than Your Office Chair, Keyboard and MouseWorkplace strain injuries are among the costliest for maritime employers. Though often associated with office environments and...

Reaching and connecting with employees requires more than an exchange of information. To do so most effectively, supervisors must learn to convey details using communication styles that align with...

The Longshore Act does not define "navigable waters of the United States," although this phrase is central to the Longshore Act's "situs" requirement for coverage.

Conflict in the workplace is inevitable. More than ever, supervisors must recognize signs it exists and intervene for the purpose of helping bring about resolution. In this episode, host Joe White...

Good leaders are important, but great leaders can significantly impact the success of their teams and organizations. Great leaders can connect with their teams through open communication, regular...