USL&H Industry – Falling Overboard Injuries for Fishermen
While dramatic “man overboard” scenes have been included in many movies and TV shows, falling overboard is a very real risk for workers in the commercial fishing industry. In fact, accidents involving an overboard fall are the second leading cause of death in the commercial fishing industry.
In the commercial fishing industry, workers can fall off their vessel due to improperly maintained railings or other areas, slippery or uneven surfaces, improperly placed equipment, or accidents involving improperly used or maintained equipment. Rough weather conditions can also contribute to a falling overboard accident.
When someone falls from their commercial fishing vessel and into the water, they can face serious harm or death due to:
- Drowning
- Hypothermia
- Traumatic brain injuries, if they hit their head during the fall overboard
- Injuries from the vessel’s motor or other machinery
If a commercial fishing worker is not wearing a life jacket or other flotation device, their chances of death greatly increase.
Since commercial fishing is a particularly high-risk industry, your USL&H clients may have difficulty with finding the right Workers’ Compensation coverage. At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their USL&H industry clients or other clients in high-risk industries. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and help agents find the best PEO coverage and savings for their insured. To learn how we can help you find coverage for your USL&H industry clients, email quotes@peobrokersnetwork.com to receive a quote.
