If you are a maritime worker, you may be exposed to fumes from diesel, gasoline or jet fuel on a regular basis. This exposure can have significant health impacts over time.
Concussions are common work injuries, especially in the offshore environment. While slips and falls are among the leading causes of work-related concussions, these traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can result from many other types of offshore accidents as well.
Working onboard a push boat (also known as a pusher, pusher boat, pusher craft, pusher tug or tow boat) is a good way to earn a living. It is both challenging and rewarding, as you are responsible for helping ensure that barges and container ships get to port or out of the harbor safely.
