Dry Dock Safety Rules

Dry docks house ships while they are being built or repaired. These docks secure the ship upright outside of water to allow workers access to all areas of the ship without being impeded by water. Safety is very important when working on a dry dock to prevent worker injury.

Shoes

• When working in a dry dock, make sure that your shoes are slip-resistant and have steel toes. There are many different surfaces both on the ship and in the dry dock itself as well as heavy equipment that can cause injury to workers. Wearing appropriate shoes lessens workers' chances of injuring themselves.

Protective Gear

• When working in a dry dock it is important that you wear appropriate protective gear such as gloves for handling metal or welding, protective eyeglasses, and ear plugs to reduce noise damage to your eardrums.

Security

• Before stepping on to a ladder, platform, or section of the ship, make sure that the area is properly secured to avoid injury.

Report Problems

• Report any workplace injuries or any area that might potentially be unsafe for workers to the site supervisor immediately.

Warning Signs

• Be able to easily recognize and understand all common hazard signs such as those for corrosive, poisonous or flammable materials.