E-fact 55 — safe maintenance of fishing vessels
English
Description
This e-fact provides information on the hazards associated with the maintenance of fishing vessels and summarises the essential principles of ensuring safe and effective maintenance operations on board fishing vessels. It also contains some recommendations for preventive measures to control risks during these operations.
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Provider name (Original)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Applying Glues or Sealants
Applying Surface Coatings
Cleaning or Disinfecting
Working Outdoors
Biological hazard
Viruses
Bacteria
Parasites
Hazard - physical state
Other
Hazard - health effects
Asphyxiants
Toxic substances
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Inhalation
Sharps and cuts
Substance Description
solvents, paints, glues, polyester, epoxy resins, wood preservatives, welding fumes, ammonia, freon, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide methane, hydrogen sulphide gases
Prevention measures
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Training / guidance
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Workers