FACTS

1. Working at heights on land, such as scaffolding, ladders, or elevated structures, can lead to falls.
2. Improper operation, equipment failure, lack of training, or inadequate maintenance can cause serious injuries or fatalities.
3. Marine contractors working on land may encounter struck-by or caught-in/between hazards. These hazards occur when workers are struck by falling objects, swinging equipment, or moving vehicles.
4. Land-based activities may involve handling hazardous materials such as chemicals, fuels, or asbestos.
5. Marine contractors engaged in trenching or excavation work on land face risks such as cave-ins, collapses.
6. Working with electrical equipment, power lines, or in proximity to electrical installations […]

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