I would think that the risk assessment protocols were the same as any other
company. In the UK, its the 5 steps to risk assessment (info available on
www.hse.gov.uk).
In the UK health and safety legislation for ships and off shore differs from
that on land, so I would think the differences would need to be considered
within your risk assessment.
The most obvious risk that springs to mind is the need for rat lines for
those working at height, whether on the sails or in the 'lookout'.
Especially when the philosophy of some sailors is that the direct route
through the 'lubbers hole' is not the done thing. The swing of the ship can
mean that someone falling from the top mast may not hit deck - although I
guess that may give them a better chance!!
Rope burns are common and fingered or fingerless gloves can worn.
Moving and handling are issues due to space limitation. Musculo-skeletal
injuries are more likely due to heavy manual work - ? what are the sleepng
arrangements like as far as slung bunks or mattresses - impact on back care.
Other issues would been the lack of direct access to hospital aid whilst at
sea - ? need for health screening prior to departure - the risks being
associated with the length of voyage, the quality/access to medical
assistance, and the ease of access to medical care is emergencies.
The greatest medical problems recorded for tall ship sailors in the 17 and
18th Centurary was following visits to the shore and the pox breakouts a few
weeks later. Sailors were charged for there treatment in these cases, paid
directly to the ships surgeon or physician. A ships physician was an unusual
feature as they required specific training - surgeons did not.
Lighting and clear vision may be a problem depending on arrangements -
issues relating to low lighting need to be taken into account.
Issues relating to hygiene depending on the water supplies - not only clean
drinking but personal hygiene - know as the 'head' in ships today - the
'head' was so called because they used the front of the ship,that was
usually decorated with a figure or "bust", is where they used to hang off
the edge of whilst doing their not-so-daily business! (useless information I
realise - but good for general knowldge quizzes!). Is there a potential for
communicable disease outbreak?
Normal food hygiene precautions need to apply.
I'll let you know if there is anything else I can think of ! Its a first
shot for you!!
Amanda Dowson
-----Original Message-----
From: John Skaczkowski [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: 28 August 2003 05:01
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Masted sail ships
Can anyone point me to information on risk assessment protocols and / or
OH&S issues for replica or renovated tall masted sail ships?
John Skaczkowski
Workrisk Services Pty Ltd
48 Fullarton Road
Kent Town
South Australia
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