FACTS

1. Falls from heights are one of the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in longshoring.
2. Longshore workers are at risk of being struck by moving machinery or caught in between equipment.
3. Longshore workers face hazards related to the handling of cargo, particularly when dealing with heavy loads or improperly secured loads.
4. Longshoring involves the handling of hazardous materials such as chemicals, and flammable substances.
5. Longshore operations require the use of various types of heavy machinery and equipment.
6. Longshoring is often conducted in challenging environmental conditions, such as adverse weather, rough seas, or extreme temperatures.
7. Longshore workers may need to […]

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