Workplace Transport and Pedestrian Safety
in Marinas and Boat Yards

Health and Safety in Marinas and Boat Yards

Sous health and safety law, employers have a legal duty to ensure, as far as reasonably practicable, their employees’ health, safety, and welfare. Marinas and boatyards are no exception, especially where on-site transport-related hazards exist around the pedestrian-vehicle interface.

Marinas and boatyards are bustling with diverse activities, including boat lifting, launching, service, repairs, and storage operations. These often run alongside onsite marine services, members and visitors accessing berths, general visitor access, contractors, and deliveries.

When a pedestrian comes into contact with vehicles or mobile plant in this environment, the likelihood of any resulting incident being of a serious or fatal nature is very high. To effectively mitigate this significant risk and uphold the employer’s duty, panneaux d'avertissement activés par capteur allow marina and boatyard operators to reduce potential collision risks between pedestrian and vehicle traffic during heavy plant and boat movement operations.

How does Activated Signage Work?

Typically installed near worksite entry/exit points, doorways, or blind corners, these vehicle-activated signs utilize flashing LED lights at the top and bottom to alert anyone nearby to approaching vehicles. Crucially, the signs only flash when a vehicle is present, ensuring alerts are timely and relevant.

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