895 Deck Barge Safety

Employees on deck barges can face serious hazards. Between 1997 and 2006, 305 employees were killed on barge/tow combinations, and 379 explosions or fires occurred on barges or towboats, killing 14 employees. This course presents guidance on preventing injuries and illnesses from workplace hazards to which workers are exposed on over 4,000 deck barges that operate in the United States.

OSHAcademy is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for courses that meet ANSI/IACET standards. IACET is globally recognized for promoting the quality of continuing education and training.

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